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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.
Episodes
14 episodes
Communication, Literally: No Hidden Meanings Here (Part 1) - Ep 13
Ep 13 Communication, Literally: No Hidden Meanings Here (Part 1)In Part 1 of our two-part series on why diagnosis can be so complicated, we zoom in on communication — what it looks like, what gets misunderstood, and why “readin...
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Episode 13
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48:39
Neurodiversity in Real Life (Part 2): Info Dumping, Sensory Overload & Being Neuroaffirming - Ep 12
In Part 2 of our series on Neurodivergent terminology, we’re breaking down the everyday terms that shape our lived experience as neurodivergent women of color. We dig into what masking, stimming, sensory needs, and info-dumping ac...
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Episode 12
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51:40
Neurodiversity in Real Life (Part 1): Language, Labels & Masking - Ep 11
In this Part 1 episode of Black Girl, Brown Girl, Squirrel!, Shai and Lex kick off a two-part deep dive into the language of neurodiversity—from what “neurodiversity” actually means to how “neurodivergent” and “neuroty...
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Episode 11
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41:51
The Struggle Continues (Part 2): Masking, Mislabels & Missed Signs in a Neurotypical Society - Ep 10
In Part 2 of our series on the challenges of getting diagnosed as neurodivergent women of color, we’re shifting the conversation from the medical system to society itself.This time, we’re diggi...
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Episode 10
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1:07:34
Why Is Diagnosis So Dang Hard?! Medical Hurdles & Neurodivergent Women of Color - Ep 9
In this episode, we get real about why getting diagnosed as a neurodivergent woman of color can feel like a whole journey, a side quest, and a spiritual test—all at the same time. 🐿️💛We talk ho...
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Episode 9
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1:05:24
Do I Squirrel, Too? — ADHD Types, Symptoms & Late Diagnosis in Women - Ep 8
In this episode, we finally turn the spotlight on ADHD — what it is, how it shows up for us, and why so many women (especially women of color) don’t get diagnosed until later in life.We break down the three types of ...
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Episode 8
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1:02:29
Autism Symptoms: What They Are and How They Felt - Ep 7
In this episode, we open up about our experiences with ADHD and autism — those moments when you realize the things you’ve always done weren’t just quirks; they were clues. We laugh through our shared chaos, talk openly about diagnosis, and u...
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Episode 7
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57:48
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When a Diagnosis Feels Like a Key - Ep 6
In this thoughtful and deeply affirming episode of Black Girl, Brown Girl, Squirrel!, we explore the life-changing clarity that comes with a late-in-life neurodivergent diagnosis. Through personal stories, gentle humor, and honest reflection...
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Episode 6
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55:58
Same Brain Energy: New Name for It? Owning Our Neurodivergent Identities - Ep 5
In this episode, we get real about our journeys with neurodivergence — the ups, the confusion, the “wait, is it just me?” moments, and everything in between. We talk about what it’s been like navigating life with ADHD and autism, the messy m...
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Episode 5
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1:08:06
Sis, We Just Putting A Name on It - Ep 4
“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 ...
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Episode 4
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50:11
So…I Brought Autism Up in Therapy - Ep 3
Sharing her personal journey, Alexis shares her journey from confusion to clarity, highlighting the exhaustion that comes with masking and the liberation found in embracing her true self. This episode focuses on self-discovery, the impact of...
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Episode 3
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52:06
From Chaos to Clarity: My ADHD Journey - Ep 2
In this episode we start exploring our personal journeys with neurodivergence starting with Shai. She shares her emotional journey of receiving an ADHD diagnosis and the subsequent acceptance of her neurodivergent identity. Shai discusses th...
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Episode 2
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49:40