The Riff Raff Podcast

The Riff Raff Podcast

By Elizabeth Plouffe, Sydney Elaine Butler, Maddy Dever and Paul ColemanBusinessHealth & FitnessMental HealthCareers
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The Riff Raff Podcast episodes

  • The Riff Raff: Chunking the Job Search

    This lively panel discussion explores the importance of authentic advocacy, the challenges of content theft, and strategies for empowering neurodivergent voices in the workplace and beyond. Join us for insights, personal stories, and practical tips on using your voice effectively.

    key topics

    • The distinction between advocacy and activism
    • Strategies for protecting content and intellectual property
    • The importance of self-advocacy and community voices
    • Challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in workplaces
    • Practical tips for effective advocacy and voice use

    1 hr 19 min
  • The Riff Raff: Neurodivergence and Global Domination

    Join us for an insightful conversation on autism awareness, intersectionality, boundaries, and neurodivergence. Sydney Elaine Butler shares personal experiences, professional insights, and practical resources to foster understanding and acceptance beyond labels.

    1 hr 10 min
  • The Riff Raff: Ch, Ch, Changes

    In this engaging conversation, a diverse team explores the nuances of change—forced versus voluntary—and its impact on neurodivergent individuals and workplaces. They share personal stories, strategies for managing discomfort, and insights on supporting others through change, emphasizing respect, buy-in, and self-awareness.


    1 hr 5 min
  • The Riff Raff: Grief 2.0 and navigating grief

    In this episode, Elizabeth, Sydney, and Paul explore the multifaceted nature of grief, especially through the lens of neurodivergence, personal loss, and life challenges. They share personal stories, support strategies, and insights on navigating grief's nonlinear journey.


    1 hr 23 min
  • The Riff Raff: Grief 1.0 - ND and the Grieving Process

    In this episode of the Riff Raff, the team explores the complex relationship between neurodivergence, grief, and emotional regulation. They share personal stories, coping strategies, and insights into how neurodiversity influences the grieving process.


    58 min
  • The Riff Raff: Grief 3.0 - Celebrities and Important Figures

    In this episode, Elizabeth, Sydney, Maddy and Paul explore the complex ways celebrity deaths impact us emotionally, the role of media and social media in grief, and how we process loss through movies, music, and shared stories. They also discuss the importance of boundaries and support systems in managing grief and celebrating legacies.


    1 hr 6 min
  • The Riff Raff: Taming the Chaos Goblin

    Elizabeth and Sydney explore the chaos and discipline experienced by neurodivergent entrepreneurs, sharing practical tools and insights for managing ADHD and autism in daily life and work.


    Key topics

    • Neurodivergent entrepreneurs and their unique challenges
    • Tools and routines to manage chaos and increase productivity
    • The concept of the chaos goblin and how to recognize it
    • Importance of self-reflection and feedback in personal growth
    • Strategies for maintaining routines and managing mental health


    Takeaways

    • Self-awareness is key to managing chaos and discipline.
    • Using visual tools like whiteboards and digital lists helps keep track of tasks.
    • Gamifying tasks can increase motivation for ADHD brains.
    • Asking for feedback is a strength, not a weakness.
    • Routine and self-care are crucial for managing neurodivergence.




    1 hr 20 min
  • The Riff Raff: Disability Pride and Moving Away from Shame

    In this episode, we explore the importance of community, self-acceptance, and the power of sharing stories within neurodivergent spaces. Our guests discuss their experiences with disability pride, sensory sensitivities, and how storytelling fosters understanding and growth. In this lively panel discussion, participants explore sensory experiences, neurodivergence, and the importance of community understanding. They share personal stories, insights on sensory challenges, and ways to foster inclusive spaces.

    1 hr 19 min
  • The Riff Raff: Looking For Help

    In this episode, we explore the nuances of asking for help, self-advocacy, and communication within neurodivergent communities. Our guests share personal stories and insights on navigating support systems, advocating for oneself, and understanding the importance of inclusive spaces. In this episode, we explore the importance of asking for help, how past experiences shape our willingness to seek assistance, and strategies to foster independence and trust in support systems.


    1 hr 16 min
  • The Riff Raff: Watershed Moments

    We're talking about moments in our lives which create a lesson, a pivot or a change. Sometimes it comes from a secret identity, a big life moment or related to business. Sounds boring but for some folks watershed moments can have a huge impact.

    1 hr 12 min

About The Riff Raff Podcast

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This channel is dedicated to all things neurodivergent: employment, skill building, creativity, connecting and more. Why? Because the people in most of the podcast episodes have lived experience…

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