Embracing Neurodiversity

I had a great chat with the comedian and BBC presenter Robin Ince about the importance of owning your weirdness.

“For many years, I played the part of who I thought I should have been pretty well, while on the inside, I was picking myself apart and finding abject failure in any success… Living in a world that expects us to obey such a rigid set of rules ultimately deprives us of a far more interesting place to live. Of innovation and creativity, of love and friendships.” ~ Robin Ince

I sat down with English comedian, author, and BBC radio host Robin Ince. Known for co-presenting The Infinite Monkey Cage alongside physicist Brian Cox, Robin brings his signature wit and wisdom to a deeply personal and socially relevant conversation.

The episode centers around Robin’s new book, Normal Weird and Weirdly Normal: Adventures of Neurodiversity, in which he champions the beauty of embracing one’s authentic self. We explore the rigid social norms that often stifle creativity, connection, and individuality—and how celebrating neurodiversity can open the door to a richer, more inclusive world.

This episode is a tribute to the magic that happens when we let go of “normal” and celebrate what makes us weirdly wonderful.

See trailer:

Listen to the full episode here.