Most people think ADHD is just “little boys bouncing off the walls.” But what if ADHD looks completely different in women and girls—and we’ve been missing it all along?

In this episode of The Journalism of Everything Podcast, host Darisse Smith speaks with Dr. Kathleen Nadeau, clinical psychologist, author of 15+ books on ADHD, and director of the Chesapeake ADHD Center. Dr. Nadeau has been at the forefront of research and advocacy for ADHD in women and girls for decades.

We dive deep into:

• Why ADHD often goes undiagnosed in girls and women

• How symptoms present differently between boys and girls

• The “hold it together and explode” pattern many girls experience

• The role of anxiety, perfectionism, and societal expectations

• The importance of recognizing ADHD as more than hyperactivity

• Strategies to support girls, women, and families living with ADHD

This interview explores the myths, the science, and the lived experience of ADHD in women—highlighting what’s been overlooked by schools, doctors, and even families.

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• (00:00:00) - Misconceptions about ADHD
• (00:01:00) - Introducing Dr. Kathleen Nadeau
• (00:02:00) - How Dr. Nadeau Entered the ADHD Field
• (00:04:00) - Early Beliefs: “Only Boys Had ADHD”
• (00:06:00) - Adults With ADHD: A New Understanding
• (00:07:00) - Shifting Focus to Girls and Women
• (00:08:00) - Discovering ADHD in Her Own Family
• (00:10:00) - Why ADHD Looks Different in Females
• (00:11:00) - Running the Largest Private ADHD Clinic
• (00:12:00) - Hyperactivity in Girls vs. Boys
• (00:14:00) - Holding It Together at School, Exploding at Home
• (00:17:00) - The “Hold and Explode” Pattern
• (00:18:00) - Parenting Challenges With ADHD Daughters
• (00:19:00) - Why Girls Face Stricter Expectations
• (00:21:00) - Why Girls Are Overlooked in Diagnosis
• (00:23:00) - Misdiagnosis: Anxiety vs. ADHD
• (00:24:00) - Lack of Training for Professionals
• (00:25:00) - Gender Bias in Medicine and Everyday Life
• (00:27:00) - Social Struggles of Girls With ADHD
• (00:29:00) - Why Inattentive Girls Go Unnoticed
• (00:30:00) - Living in a Social Web
• (00:33:00) - The Need to See ADHD Through a Female Lens
• (00:35:00) - ADHD Is Complex, Not One-Size-Fits-All
• (00:37:00) - The Pressures Women Put on Themselves
• (00:38:00) - The Unmade Bed” Story and Defining Your Own Rules
• (00:40:00) - Closing Thoughts and Takeaways

In March 2020, every school in America shut down—something that had never happened before, not even during world wars or the Spanish flu. Parents suddenly became teachers, tech support, and full-time caregivers, all while juggling work and survival during a global pandemic.

In this episode of The Journalism of Everything Podcast, we dive into how COVID-19 school closures permanently changed the relationship between parents, teachers, and public education. From burnout and homeschooling booms to shifting trust and the rise of culture wars in classrooms, we unpack the lasting impact of those years.

I sit down with veteran elementary school teacher Nicole Fox to discuss how parents’ attitudes toward educators have changed since COVID, what teachers are really facing in classrooms today, and why distrust of schools continues to grow.

If you’re a parent, teacher, or just curious about the future of education in America—this episode is for you.

Topics in this episode:

• The nationwide shutdown of schools in 2020

• How parents coped with burnout, job loss, and hybrid learning

• Why parental trust in schools collapsed

• The homeschooling surge and its surprising diversity

• Teacher shortages, culture wars, and mental health crises

• An honest teacher’s perspective on post-COVID classrooms

Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere podcasts are streamed.

#Education #Parenting #Schools #Teachers #Homeschooling #COVID19Education #PandemicParenting #PublicEducation #EducationReform #TeacherShortage #ParentalRights #TheJournalismOfEverything

• (00:00:00) - Introduction
• (00:01:30) - The Great Shutdown: How All 50 States Closed Schools
• (00:04:00) - Hybrid Learning and the Uneven Reopening Across the U.S.
• (00:07:00) - The Parent Experience: Burnout, Job Loss, and Stress
• (00:10:00) - Ripple Effects: Parenting, Discipline, and Family Dynamics
• (00:12:00) - Parents Watch Teachers: Empathy vs. Distrust
• (00:14:00) - The Homeschooling Boom—Who Left Public Schools and Why
• (00:17:00) - Why Parents Distrust Schools Today
• (00:19:00) - Safety, Mental Health, and Overcrowding Concerns
• (00:21:00) - The Lasting Impact: Parents Demand More Choice
• (00:22:00) - Interview with Teacher Nicole Fox
• (00:24:00) - Changing Attitudes Toward Teachers Post-COVID
• (00:29:00) - Accountability, Absences, and Discipline Challenges
• (00:33:00) - Different Paths: Grateful Parents vs. Homeschoolers
• (00:37:00) - How Teachers Handle Negativity and Build Trust
• (00:44:00) - Parent–Teacher Relationships: From Conflict to Friendship
• (00:49:00) - Choosing the Right Teacher & Classroom Fit
• (00:53:00) - Attendance Matters: Why Missing School Adds Up
• (00:57:00) - The Value of Teachers and Public Education
• (00:59:00) - Closing Thoughts: Parents, Schools, and the Future of Education

Every time violence erupts in Israel, prophecy headlines follow: This is it. The end is here! (Repent Now!) But what if prophecy was never about fear — and instead about what we do now?

In this episode of The Journalism of Everything Podcast, journalist Darisse Smith continues her conversation with Bishop William Gregg, diving into the end-times beliefs of Christianity, Islam, and Judaism — and the surprising similarities that unite them. From Ezekiel’s valley of dry bones to the modern-day war in Gaza, we explore how prophecy gets weaponized, why “God’s chosen people” isn’t a free pass, and what it really means to keep going in the face of destruction.

We also ask the unsettling question: What happens when the people once seen as victims become the aggressors? Israel was even the victim to start this most recent war, but now is such an unsettling aggressor that it is difficult to feel any sympathy for its plight.

If you’re ready for a challenging, thought-provoking look at faith, politics, and the end of days, this episode will make you think long after the headlines fade.

#Israel #Gaza #WarInGaza #Palestinians #Genocide #Ezekiel #apocalypse #Christianity #Islam #Judaism, #MiddleEast, #The Journalism of Everything

• (00:00:00) - This Is It: Violence and Prophecy
• (00:02:15) - Who Are God's Chosen People
• (00:03:30) - Islam's View of the End Times
• (00:07:45) - Judaism and the End Times
• (00:10:30) - Why Are We Fighting?
• (00:15:00) - Signs And Scare Tactics
• (00:20:00) - Choosing Thoughtfulness Over Fear
• (00:26:00) - Hope in Ezekiel's Dry Bones
• (00:33:00) - From Prophecy to Action
• (00:36:30) - Saved and Sitting Back
• (00:40:00) - Facing the Hard Truths
• (00:51:00) - Religion as a Political Weapon
• (00:54:00) - Why This Will Never Be Right

Join me with Bishop William Gregg to discuss what it means for Israel to be God's chosen people, and what does that mean for the rest of us, who are not Jewish, and do not live in Israel? Why do people pay attention to Israel as an indicator for the end times?

#israel #gazawar #endtimes #chosenpeople #whatabouttherestofus

Welcome to "The Journalism of Everything Podcast," where curiosity knows no bounds. In today's thought-provoking episode, your host, journalist Darisse Smith, delves into one of the most complex and contentious regions on the planet: Israel. Brought up in both progressive Southern Baptist and Episcopal traditions, Darisse shares her personal journey of the contrasting biblical teachings she encountered as a Southern Baptist and Episcopalian. She then tackles a rapid-fire, condensed history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, from the Balfour Declaration to the ongoing 2025 strife, offering a panoramic view of this century-long territorial and cultural battle.

The highlight of the episode is a profound interview featuring Bishop William Gregg, an Episcopal Bishop with a PhD in Theology from Notre Dame. Together, they explore why Israel holds such significance in the Bible and the intricate layers of modern geopolitical and religious contexts. Are the Israelites still God's chosen people? How do biblical prophecies shape today's world views and conflicts? And critically, can critiquing a nation be separated from condemning a faith? Join us as we peel back the layers on Israel, prophecy, and what being "God's chosen people" means in a modern world of cultural pluralism and political tumult. Don’t miss part one of this captivating discussion, and be sure to tune in next episode for the continuation with Bishop Gregg.

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#Israel #GazaConflict #Palestine #IsraelEndTimes #Theology #IsraelintheBible

• (00:00:00) - Introduction
• (00:01:00) - Two Pews, Two Perspectives
• (00:03:00) - A Lifelong Question: Why Israel?
• (00:05:00) - Modern Israel in 10 Minutes: A Timeline
• (00:14:00) - Religion and Geopolitics Collide
• (00:15:00) - Meet Bishop William Gregg
• (00:17:00) - What Is Israel? Geography, Symbolism, and Theology
• (00:23:00) - Who Are God’s Chosen People?
• (00:27:00) - Is It Antisemitic to Criticize Israel?
• (00:34:00) - Prophecy and the Bible: What Are We Actually Talking About?
• (00:38:00) - Covenant, Judgment, and Redemption
• (00:42:00) - Closing Reflections: Who Speaks for God?
• (00:44:00) - Podcast & Social Media Update

As I was doomscrolling TikTok one day, I came across an intriguing, fast-paced storyteller who described the experience of Tom and Michelle with a ouija board they found in their backyard. Essentially, Michelle became obsessed with using the ouija board, and eventually fell into a psychotic state. I had been warned off of ouija boards before, but my experience with them was largely as a game to play at slumber parties. The only thing our ouija board summoned was uncontrollable giggling from sugar-infused girls. Ouija boards are quite mysterious, though, since there are many anecdotal tales of the board summoning demons or spirits. There are also scientific explanations as to how it works, and how the planchette seems to move by itself.

In this podcast episode, I talk to Ashleeinc, who is a TikTok, Instagram and YouTube content creator with nearly 2 million followers. Ashlee tells Spooky Scary Stories that range from creepy roommates, Appalachia rules, time travelers, and of course, ouija boards. Ashlee and I talk about having skepticism about ouija boards, while also acknowledging perhaps we can't always have an explanation for spiritual things, or someone else's experience. I also talk about the history of ouija boards, which have roots in the spiritualism movement of the late 1800s and early 1900s. While today many people believe ouija boards summon demons, this notion is only from the past 50 years, and is mostly due to a popular horror movie. Which one? You'll have to listen to this episode!

#OuijaBoard #SpookyStories #TikTok #AshleyInc #Spiritualism #TheExorcist #Paranormal #PodcastInterview #IdiomotorEffect #CulturalHistory

• (00:00:32) - Introduction
• (00:06:24) - Ashleeinc Interview
• (00:38:06) - History of Ouija Boards
• (00:46:14) - What's In A Name?
• (00:48:40) - The Movie
• (00:55:50) - The Science
• (01:00:26) - Conclusion

With each new term, Presidents must establish their stance on illegal immigration. Will they work with neighboring countries to process prospective immigrants? Will they work with Congress to reform convoluted immigration laws? Will they treat every immigrant as a criminal who must be prosecuted? President Donald Trump took office on January 20th and immediately shut down legal ways for immigrants to seek asylum at the U.S. southern border. He also ordered dozens of "raids" to track down illegal immigrants. His stance on immigration is clear, but will it stick?

In this episode, host Darisse Smith discusses the broken immigration system, the pseudo-courts that process undocumented individuals, and the language of immigration law with immigration attorney Rekha Sharma-Crawford of the Sharma-Crawford Law Firm, based in Kansas City, Missouri. Rekha has 25 years of experience, serves on the Executive Board of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, and has been an Adjunct Professor at the University of Kansas School of Law as well as Washburn University School of Law.

Rekha and Darisse have a lively discussion about how words like “raid” and “invaders” are designed to evoke anger and panic toward immigrants, while the reality of the law is much less dramatic.

If you have ever wondered about the realities of immigration law in the U.S., this episode is for you.

The Journalism of Everything Podcast is a new show covering every topic you’ve ever been curious about. Host Darisse Smith is a seasoned journalist who brings obsessive research, expert interviews, and a unique spin to every topic.

#ImmigrationLaw #JournalismOfEverything #PodcastEpisode #USImmigration #ImmigrationReform #ICERaids #ImmigrationRights #ImmigrationAttorney #ImmigrationPolicy

Episode Summary – The A1 Education: Inside the War on the Department of Education

In this pertinent and topical episode, journalist and host Darisse Smith delves into the political storm surrounding the U.S. Department of Education. With sharp historical context and a personal lens, Darisse traces the department’s controversial origin story—from post-Reconstruction roots to Cold War-fueled investment, all the way to the present-day push for its elimination by the Trump administration.

Featuring a compelling interview with Barbara Hoblitzell, who was the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Higher Education within the Office of Legislation and Congressional Affairs at the Department of Education, the episode explores what the Department of Education actually does, including its critical role in civil rights enforcement, student financial aid, and support for special education. Together, they unpack the consequences of the recent 50% staffing cuts, the ideological battles over Title VI and IX, and the growing threat to educational equity across states.

With candid personal reflections on navigating special education as a parent, Darisse also raises an urgent question: What is the plan if the Department of Education disappears? Who Will Be Left Behind?

#DepartmentOfEducation#PublicEducation
#EducationMatters
#JournalismOfEverythingPodcast
#EducationalEquity #SpecialEducationRights #IEPAdvocacy #CivilRightsInSchools #AccessToEducation #TitleIX #FederalVsState #EducationCuts #EdFundingCrisis