Working to Work explores the intersection of neurodivergence and employment, asking why autistic people and the wider neurodivergent community often struggle to obtain and sustain meaningful work, and how that significantly shapes not only their working lives but their lives as a whole. Through incisive interviews with neurodivergent creatives, as well as politicians, academics, and business leaders, the series examines interpersonal and structural barriers and practical solutions.
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Working to Work explores the intersection of neurodivergence and employment, asking why autistic people and the wider neurodivergent community often struggle to obtain and sustain meaningful work, and how that significantly shapes not only their working lives but their lives as a whole. Through incisive interviews with neurodivergent creatives, as well as politicians, academics, and business leaders, the series examines interpersonal and structural barriers and practical solutions.
What happens when a scientist turns his attention to his own mind? Assistant professor Youngmin Park shares how he began questioning the science behind ADHD, and what honesty looks like when you’re living the research.
Nanette Mellor, the former CEO of Drake Music and the Brain Charity, joins Sam to speak about her vision for the future of neurodivergent work and education.
Sam speaks with Stephanie Ozuo, a careers advisor, about the support she provides to her clients and the unique challenges faced by women of colour who are neurodivergent.
Sam speaks with Leo Capella, a job coach at the National Autistic Society, about the support he offers both employers and prospective autistic employees.
Working to Work explores the intersection of neurodivergence and employment, asking why autistic people and the wider neurodivergent community often struggle to obtain and sustain meaningful work, and how that significantly shapes not only their working lives but their lives as a whole. Through incisive interviews with neurodivergent creatives, as well as politicians, academics, and business leaders, the series examines interpersonal and structural barriers and practical solutions.
