ADHD BCE

In this special episode George is joined by neurodivergent writer and director Nicola Rose who talks about their brand new movie Magnetosphere, which centres around a young girl with synesthesia.

Nicola was late diagnosed with adhd and during research for the movie, which included interviewing upwards of 70 individuals with various forms of synesthesia, they recalled their own childhood experiences of synesthesia.

Nicola is passionate about showcasing neurodivergence in a positive light in film and hopes to make more movies in the future with neurodivergence as the central topic.

The movie is absolutely gorgeous and a must-watch for anyone interested in neurodiversity.

For rough transcripts head over to https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/adhdbce/21

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For millions of years humans have utilised their genius to survive and thrive in all sorts of challenging environments. From the first tools, weapons, fire, farming and science humanity has time and again overcome impossible odds with new solutions.

As we have discussed many times on this show neurodiversity has been essential or at least involved in our collective survival. But what about the future? Where do the geniuses work since the flint mines closed down?

D C Crager is a leader in AI solutions and currently helping over 6,000 neurodivergent minds learn to get the most out of AI. In this episode George discusses the significance of AI, neurodivergence and the future. An absolute listen for any neurodivergent humans currently feeling a little helpless or lost.

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Theophrastus wrote a series of character descriptions in 3rd C BCE Athens. The Obtuse Man describes a fictional character based on Theophrastus' encounters with real Athenians and perfectly describes the distractible and often frustrating symptoms of ADHD.

Dr Gina Musket of the University of Liverpool Classics department talks about 3rd/4th C Athens, Theophrastus and life in Ancient Greece.

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In this episode George is joined by neurodivergent academic and metal fan Dr Jeremy Swist who has identified adhd traits in ancient Roman Emperor Julian.
Jeremy talks about his own experiences with adhd both at school and later as an academic and discusses ancient sources that both condone and condemn the emperor for being impulsive, distractible and thinking outside the box; including the seismic decision to abandon Christianity in favour of older, pager beliefs.

Was emperor Julian neurodivergent? We may never know but what we do know is that neurodiversity predates the Roman Empire by millennia so there’s a likely chance…

Anomalia and Ekstasis: Studying the emperor Julian with ADHD

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While the ancient neurodivergent mind behind microlith technology didn’t leave us a written record, they did leave behind a legacy of precision, adaptability, and cognitive brilliance: the microlith!

In this episode, George dives into the origins and spread of microliths — tiny stone blades that sparked a revolution in human toolmaking. Through a blend of archaeology and imagination, we follow a fictional neurodivergent innovator named Aru who sees what others don’t, crafting the first microlith and passing that knowledge down through generations of clever, creative descendants.

• Wurz, S. (2002). Variability in the Middle Stone Age lithic sequence, 120,000–60,000 years ago, at Klasies River, South Africa. Journal of Archaeological Science
• Shea, J. J. (2013). Stone Tools in the Paleolithic and Neolithic Near East
• Stout, D., Toth, N., Schick, K., & Chaminade, T. (2008). Neurocognition and the emergence of tool use in hominins. Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B
• Fitzgerald, M. (2004). Autism and Creativity: Is There a Link Between Autism in Men and Exceptional Ability?

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In episode 17 George ponders the possibility that infamous Viking leader of the Great Heathen Army, Ivar the Boneless was on the spectrum…

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In episode 16 George and Kathy chat about some glaring neurodivergent traits displayed by legendary Ancient Greek philosopher, Socrates. Ultimately murdered by the state for being, well, Socrates, this potentially ancient neurodivergent individual was famed for his eccentric social skills (or lack of) as well as for his unparalleled ability to see through absolutely anything anyone said or did. In the end, we know nothing, and we will never be able to diagnose Socrates, but George and Kathy had a great time discussing the possibility.

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In this episode George and Kathy discuss the infamous Cleopatra VII and whether her uncanny ability to navigate hostile political environments and think outside the box betray hitherto unrecognised neurodivergent traits?

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In this episode George and Kathy explore the story of lesser known Celtic warlord Caratacus, who defied the Roman Empire for almost ten years. Displaying many neurodivergent traits, Caratacus thwarted countless Roman attempts to capture him until eventually being recognised and respected by emperor Claudius and the Senate. Who was Caratacus and could he have been neurodivergent?

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In this episode, Dr Jessica Secmezsoy-Urquhart returns to talk about neurodivergence, differences and the history of institutional prejudice.

ADHD BCE

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