In this episode, Aga Gajownik is joined by Dr Samantha Hiew, scientist, storyteller, and founder of ADHD Girls, to explore ADHD and Autism in women through the lenses of neuroscience, hormones, trauma, and workplace systems.

Together, they unpack what is often misunderstood or left unnamed: the cost of long-term masking, performance variability, nervous system overload, and why so many high-performing neurodivergent women burn out despite appearing "fine" on the surface.

This conversation goes beyond awareness. It looks at what is actually happening cognitively, neurologically, and psychologically in neurodivergent women, and what leaders can do to design genuinely brain-friendly organisations that support sustainable performance.

Topics include:

This episode is especially relevant for AuDHD and neurodivergent women navigating work and leadership, managers and HR leaders who want inclusion to actually work, and anyone interested in brain-friendly organisations and sustainable performance.

Note: This episode includes reflective discussion of abusive relationships and trauma, explored in a professional and educational context.

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ADHD at work is still one of the most misunderstood neurodivergent experiences especially in Singapore. We don’t talk about it enough.

So this week on Innotainment, ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ is joined by ⁠Moonlake Lee⁠, founder of Unlocking ADHD, to unpack what ADHD really looks like in the workplace beyond stereotypes, labels, and “special treatment” myths.

In this episode, they explore:

This conversation moves beyond awareness into practical, brain-friendly design. From communication and check-ins to psychological safety, body doubling, and strength-based work, this episode offers actionable insights for leaders, managers, and neurodivergent professionals alike.

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In this solo episode of Innotainment, Aga Gajownik reflects on the first half of Season 2 and brings together the most important lessons from conversations with neuroscientists, HR leaders and organisational practitioners while sharing what’s ahead for 2026.

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Aga also shares personal reflections on leadership, self-regulation and the invisible emotional labour many managers carry, and outlines what's coming next as Season 2 moves into a deeper dive on neurodiversity at work.

Whether you're a founder, senior leader, people manager or simply trying to work better with your own brain, this episode offers a grounded, human perspective on how to lead without burning yourself, or your team, out.

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In this episode of Innotainment, Aga sits down with Feng Ling Li, a seasoned HR leader helping organisations across Singapore and the region develop true learning cultures that drive performance, resilience and innovation.

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Whether you're an HR leader, founder or people manager, this episode shows you how to build a workplace where learning feels safe, continuous and human-centred, and where your teams can adapt at the speed of change.

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In this episode, Aga Gajownik sits down with veteran benefits leader and founder Andrea Toh to explore what modern employee benefits really mean in today’s workplace.

Beyond insurance plans and surface level perks, Andrea reveals how meaningful benefits are built through culture, communication, and human connection, not just budgets. With 20 years of experience shaping benefits systems across Singapore, she unpacks how organisations can create workplaces where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to stay.

Together, they dive into:

Whether you're a founder, people manager, or HR professional, this episode reveals how benefits can become a daily experience, not a PDF policy, and how leaders can design teams that thrive without burning people out.

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In this episode, Aga Gajownik sits down with Brian Slattery, founder of Teamwork Unlocked and former Head of Culture Club at Google, to explore what really happens inside teamwork when different brains, strengths and cognitive styles collide.

From late ADHD diagnosis and leadership quirks to building escape-room-powered leadership programmes, Brian shares a refreshingly honest look at how trust, psychological safety and better conversations can transform the way teams collaborate.

You'll hear:

Whether you're a senior leader, HR professional or a manager trying to build more brain-friendly teams, this conversation is a masterclass in understanding people, creating trust and designing systems that let every brain contribute.

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In this episode, Aga Gajownik sits down with Larissa Murmann, Digital Chief HR Officer at Unilever International, to unpack how leaders can navigate change, support their teams and adapt new technologies without burning people out. Larissa offers a candid, insider perspective on what's actually changing inside global organisations, from AI adoption and hybrid team design to fractional roles and wellbeing at scale.

Together, they explore the mindset shift leaders must make, why emotional and subconscious intelligence matter more than ever, and how to build high-performing teams when humans and AI increasingly work side by side. You'll hear practical strategies for navigating uncertainty, preventing burnout, and creating workplaces where people feel trusted, empowered and supported, no matter their neurotype, generation or working style.

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Whether you're a founder, HR leader or emerging manager, this conversation will show you how to design more brain-friendly teams and lead with confidence in a rapidly evolving world.

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In our first episode of Innotainment Season 2, Aga Gajownik brings back applied neuroscientist Naomi Glover to dive deep into what’s really happening inside our workplaces and inside our brains.

From burnout and disengagement to the challenges of introducing psychological safety, this episode explores how outdated structures, rigid office mandates, and untrained managers are quietly costing organisations billions.

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Whether you're a senior leader, HR professional, or simply someone tired of bad meetings, this episode offers a science-based perspective on how to make work actually work.

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In this final bonus episode of season 1, ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ sits down with ⁠Lu Li - entrepreneur, author, and founder of Content Gym. They dive into the reality of professional development through entrepreneurship - the pivots, the letting go, and the art of turning “failure” into fuel for growth.

They talk about what it really means to evolve professionally, how to know when it’s time to change direction, and why starting over can be the most strategic move you make.

This one’s for anyone standing at a crossroads - reflecting, recalibrating, and ready to build their next chapter with more clarity and self-compassion.

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In this special episode, ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ sits down with ⁠Romka Walkowiak⁠ - fractional CRO and founder of ⁠GroWise⁠ - to break down the different revenue streams that can fuel your business model.

We’ll explore how to diversify your income, build a sustainable flow of cash, and ensure your financial strategy aligns with your values and energy.

This is about finding the revenue streams that work for you and your business, whether you're in the early stages or looking to scale up.

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