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- Ariel from The Little Mermaid: Neurodivergence in the Media
In this week’s segment of Neurodivergence in Media, we are discussing Ariel from Disney’s The Little Mermaid
Sources
Anyone else feel like the little mermaid is an allegory for “high functioning” autism and choice conformity?
Hey ASD Article
My neurodivergent reading of "The Little Mermaid": Ariel is autistic, and Eric has ADHD - Salon.com
Where to find us…
Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin
Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, @notneurotypicalgirls!
Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana
Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas
Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at [email protected]!
Disclaimer
Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes; everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.
52 min - Is There a Link Between the Neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ Communities?
This week we are talking about the possible correlation between neurodivergence and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Sources
The Link Between Neurodivergence and the LGBTQ+ Population | Psychology Today
LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity: the links between neurodivergence and being LGBTQ+
Largest study to date confirms overlap between autism and gender diversity | The Transmitter
Study Referenced
Where to find us…
Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin
Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, @notneurotypicalgirls!
Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana
Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas
Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at [email protected]!
Disclaimer
Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes; everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.
44 min - The One About Baldur's Gate 3
We needed a break and then a soft relaunch so here is a random chat about BG3.
Where to find us…
Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin
Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, @notneurotypicalgirls!
Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana
Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas
Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at [email protected]!
Disclaimer
Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes; everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.
56 min - Can a TikTok Crash Out Cost You Your Career?
In this episode, we dive into the viral story of Allison, a TikToker who exposed her toxic workplace online, only to lose her job and face harsh backlash. Claiming she was discriminated against due to her disability, Allison sparked a fierce debate about workplace rights, online advocacy, and professional boundaries. Things escalate when Bryan, a YouTuber and career coach, uses her videos as a cautionary tale, prompting Allison to accuse him of misogyny and call for the removal of his children in a heated response. Is this a case of justifiable outrage or a cautionary spiral of internet drama gone too far?
Sources
Check out CC Suarez and Sherrilyn Dale’s episode on their show, Here for the Clout!
Allison’s TikTok
Bryan’s Video
Where to find us…
Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin
Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, @notneurotypicalgirls!
Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana
Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas
Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at [email protected]!
Disclaimer
Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.
1 hr 47 min - Mr. Robot: A Neurodivergent Info Dump
Welcome to Amanda's ultimate neurodivergent info dump on Mr. Robot! 🖥️💣 In this episode, she channels all her hyperfixation energy into unraveling the genius, chaos, and layered storytelling of Mr. Robot. From Elliot Alderson’s unreliable narration to the show’s raw exploration of hacking culture, power structures, and societal collapse, we’re going all in.
Whether you're a fellow fan, a curious first-timer, or just love hearing someone passionately overanalyze TV, this episode is for you.
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics depicted in Mr. Robot, including violence, abuse, substance use, and themes of trauma. Listener discretion is advised.
🔧 Topics Include:
Elliot, a protagonist with Dissociative Identity Disorder
The show's approach to unreliable narration
Breaking down the twists and hidden layers
Why Mr. Robot hits differently for neurodivergent brains
Get ready to dive headfirst into the digital rabbit hole — no fsociety membership required.
Where to find us…
Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin
Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, @notneurotypicalgirls!
Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana
Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas
Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at [email protected]!
Disclaimer
Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.
1 hr 30 min - Neurodivergence in the Media: Hiccup from How to Train Your Dragon
Have you ever been accused of having the attention span of a sparrow? Ever felt like no matter how hard you try, you will never be like everyone else? Hiccup certainly has. This week in our Neurodiversity in the Media segment, we're breaking down the neurodivergent qualities we see in Hiccup from How to Train Your Dragon!
Sources
Where to find us…
Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin
Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, @thendcpodcast!
Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana
Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas
Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at [email protected]!
Disclaimer
Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.
46 min - Sleep
Do you struggle with sleep? You are not alone! Up to 80% of people with intellectual disabilities have difficulty sleeping. We wanted to know why, so Niki did some digging and this is what we found out!
Sources
Sleep: What It Is, Why It’s Important, Stages, REM & NREM
A literature review of sleep problems and neurodevelopment disorders - PMC
Autism, ADHD, and Sleep: An Expert Guide on Neurodivergent Sleep
Circadian Rhythm
Where to find us…
Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin
Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, @thendcpodcast!
Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana
Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas
Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at [email protected]!
Disclaimer
Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.
1 hr 11 min - Infantilizing Autism & Never Feeling Your Age
Were you ever treated like a child well into adulthood simply because you're neurodivergent? Or maybe it was the opposite experience of always being told you were "mature" for your age. Either way we probably end up equally as frustrated in the end so let's talk about it.
Where to find us…
Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, @thendcpodcast!
Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana
Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas
Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at [email protected]!
Disclaimer
Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.
45 min - Outward Self Expression and Neurodivergence: A Seagull Meme Episode
It’s the first seagull meme episode! Niki kicks us off with a squirrel trail adventure down self-expression lane. There will be detours through her Saturn return, Lord of the Rings makeup, and how she views self-expression in the neurodivergent community.
Sources
NONE of the following links are sponsored, and we are not affiliated with the creators or brands in any way.
Links
Debunking Beauty Myths- Lab Muffin Beauty Science
Hair- Abbey Yung Certified Trichologist
Skin Care- James Welsh, Dr. Sam Ellis
Makeup- Makeup by Nikki La Rose, Robert Welsh, Kackie Reviews Beauty, Theresa is Dead, Jen Luv, Courtney Quarantine
Where to find us…
Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, @thendcpodcast!
Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana
Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas
Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at [email protected]!
Disclaimer
Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.
1 hr 12 min - Neurodivergence in the Media: Syril Karn from Andor
Syril Karn, the unyielding Deputy Inspector for the Preox-Morlana Corporation (Pre-Mor) on Ferrix, from the wildly popular Star Wars franchise Andor, might have a touch of the tism. Let's chat about the characteristics of this complicated character that appeared on our tism-dar.
Sources
Links
Syril and Chief Hyne
Syril Takes Responsibility for the Incident on Ferrix
Syril Inspires His Troops
Where to find us…
Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, @thendcpodcast!
Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana
Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas
Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at [email protected]!
Disclaimer
Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV, these are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.
1 hr 11 min
About Not Neurotypical Girls
From the publisher's feed
Two neurodivergent best friends, both diagnosed with ADHD in our 30s, navigating life, chaos, and late diagnosis. It's part comedy, part chaos, all real.
✨ We’re living in a neurotypical world… and we are not neurotypical girls. ✨