Brainworms & Tangents Podcast

By Pamela & Keresa

Two ADHD twenty-somethings follow their impulsive ideas (”brainworms”) into small challenges and big tangents. This is a cozy, chaotic, Facetime-style growth podcast about becoming who you want to be:... more

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The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.

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July 15, 2026 Do Habit Trackers Actually Work?
Habit trackers are everywhere—but do they actually help? This week, we unpack how habits are formed, why consistency can feel so different for people with ADHD, and the two different tracking systems we each created to find out what works best with our brains.
Mentioned in This Episode:
Atomic Habits- James Clear
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50min
July 08, 2026 How to Journal with ADHD
Journaling doesn’t have to look one particular way—especially if you have ADHD. In this episode of Brainworms & Tangents, we explore different journaling methods, the many reasons people keep journals, and how embracing imperfect, personal practices has made journaling more meaningful for us.
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53min
July 01, 2026 Bring Back Summer Reading
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What makes summer reading programs so memorable, and why do they work? In this episode, we share our reading journeys, celebrate the role libraries play in our communities, and introduce the Brainworms & Tangents Summer Reading Program with a free reading tracker for anyone who wants to join us.
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46min
June 24, 2026 The Rise of Analog Bags
What is an analog bag, and why has this trend taken over social media? In this episode of Brainworms & Tangents, we explore the origins of the analog bag movement, unpack the debate surrounding it, and share what’s inside our own analog bags while reflecting on creativity, productivity, and intentional living.
Mentioned in This Episode:
Creator of Analog Bags: @siececampbell
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45min
June 17, 2026 Our 2026 Summer Bucket List
Creating a Summer Bucket List brings back childhood nostalgia for a lot of us. In today’s episode, we talk about the the role that seasonal rituals play in our lives, the passage of time, and how we are going to make the most of this summer.
Mentioned in This Episode:
Play: How it Shapes the Brain, Opens the Imagination, and Invigorates the Soul- by Dr. Stuart Brown
Summer Bucket List Inspo:
@astoldbyindieee(Instagram)
@lauratcraft (Instagram)
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51min
June 10, 2026 We Attempted the 75 Hard Challenge
75 days later- Pamela and Keresa give an update on how the 75 Hard Challenge went. In this episode, the hosts share the lessons learned and reveal if they successfully beat this challenge.Connect with Us!
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1h 5min
May 19, 2026 BONUS EP: Reading Andy Frisella's Birth Chart
Since we’ve been attempting the 75 Hard challenge, we decided to dive into the world of Andy Frisella and learn about the creator of the challenge. What we learned from the stars felt eerily accurate, but let us know what you think!
We’ll be back for the premiere of Season 2 on June 10, with an update on how we did in the 75 Hard Challenge!Mentioned in This Episode:Andy Frisella's Podcast: REAL AF
75 Hard Challenge: https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard-info
stuff
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44min
March 25, 2026 Why We Hate 75 Hard (& Why We're Doing it Anyway)
We dive into the philosophy behind the 75 Hard challenge and clarify some misconceptions about the rules. So what is this challenge really about? What is the point and why do so many people, including us, attempt it?
Mentioned in This Episode:
andyfrisella.com
Real AF with Andy Frisella (Podcast)
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53min
March 18, 2026 My Push-Up Journey
“You can’t do a push-up?!?” What started as a personal challenge for Keresa turned into rabbit holes on everything that goes into a push-up. From the history of calisthenics to human anatomy, this brainworm really took over.
Mentioned in This Episode:
Mel Robbins Podcast- Episode: Look, Feel, & Stay Young Forever: #1 Orthopedic Surgeon’s Proven Protocol (with Dr. Vonda Wright, MD)
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30min
March 11, 2026 Ditch Your Maps App!
Pamela deletes her maps app and tries navigating the old-fashioned way—using MapQuest, street signs, paper maps, and memory instead of GPS. This experiment explores convenience culture, “friction maxxing,” and what happens when we stop relying on technology like Google Maps for everyday navigation.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals- Oliver Burkeman
Filterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture- Kyle Chayka
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33min

FAQs about Brainworms & Tangents Podcast:

How many episodes does Brainworms & Tangents Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.