In this powerful two-part episode, we sit down with Hollie Jones, a former teacher turned neurodiversity practitioner, whose journey out of the classroom is one of resilience, advocacy, and hard-won justice.

Hollie always believed teaching was her lifelong career - until she faced systemic barriers, discrimination, and a lack of understanding about neurodivergent needs in the workplace. What started as a request for simple, reasonable adjustments quickly spiralled into a legal battle for her rights.

In this first part of her story, Hollie opens up about:

• The reality of masking in education and the impact of undiagnosed ADHD.
• The subtle and overt ways workplace discrimination manifests.
• The breaking point that forced her to step away from the profession she loved.

Hollie's journey is one about standing up, speaking out, and setting a precedent for others facing similar challenges.

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