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Black Girl, Brown Girl...Squirrel! A Podcast for Neurodivergent Women of Color

Welcome to Black Girl, Brown Girl… Squirrel! — the podcast for Black, Hispanic, Latina, and Asian women who are Neurodivergent (or wondering if they might be).

We’re your Sista Squirrels 🐿️ Shai and Lex — here to celebrate the chaos, the brilliance, and the hilarity of brains that don’t follow the “default settings.” Around here, tangents are the point.

We talk about life with:

🌀 ADHD — from hyperfocus to forgotten keys (again).
✨ Autism / AuDHD — deep dives, sensory adventures, and social “huh?” moments.
💭 Anxiety & Depression — the not-so-fun side quests.
💡 Self-diagnosis & discovery — figuring it out as we go.

Expect unfiltered stories, laughter that derails into tangents, and the relief of knowing you’re not the only one. Whether you’ve got a diagnosis, are self-identifying, or just suspect your brain might be running on a custom operating system, you belong here.

So grab your snacks, follow the chaos, and come squirrel with us. Life’s way more fun (and way less lonely) when you realize “off the rails” is the best track.

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Black Girl, Brown Girl...Squirrel! A Podcast for Neurodivergent Women of Color

Sis, We Just Putting A Name on It - Ep 4

October 22, 2025 • The Squirrels • Episode 4

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“What do I call myself?” We’re going in…exploring various labels and identities within the neurodivergent community. We frankly discuss the implications of terms like 'neurospicy' and 'Aspies', the importance of self-identification, and the intersectionality of disability in the workplace. We talk everything from self-acceptance to the need for accommodations to the importance of self-care for neurodivergent individuals. Ultimately, we learn to embrace our identities and advocate for ourselves in a world that often misunderstands neurodivergence.

TL;DR

We frankly explore various labels and identities within the neurodivergent community.

TIME STAMPS

00:00 Introduction

02:51 Exploring Labels: Neurospicy and Beyond

07:05 The Complexity of Asperger's and Autism Spectrum Disorder

10:40 Self-Identification and the Importance of Labels

14:52 Navigating Disability and Accommodations

20:37 Intersectionality and Employment Concerns

27:16 Self-Acceptance and Empowerment

36:44 Self-Care and Rest for Neurodivergent Individuals

41:31 Embracing Identity and Authenticity