I sat down with Abbas Zahedi, a multidisciplinary artist working across sound, installation, and socially engaged practice. Their process-based, site-sensitive approach responds to space, history, and community, shaping work that resists easy c
Talented musician and illustrator Joanna Sternberg speaks with me about the themes in their music, dangers of people pleasing, inspirations, navigating the industry, and the empowering impact of trusted friends. We also speak about about the be
What if you created a character to make sense of your own struggles? That’s exactly what Shaun did. He created Jack Tisson—a character through which he explores the root causes of the challenges he’s faced in life and how that understanding i
Artist and Writer Elinor Rowlands speaks with Sam about navigating a creative career as a neurodivergent person, and the work they’re doing to support other autistic / ADHD artists thrive with their Magical Women project. In this episode we s
Daniel Wilson (Meadow House, Post Electronics, Oscillatorial Binnage) joins Sam to discuss being labeled an outsider musician—how he relates to the term, and whether it connects to neurodivergence. They explore the challenges of sustaining a cr
In this episode of Working to Work, I speak with Justin Borge, a ChatGPT enthusiast who has found innovative ways to use AI to support his ADHD. We explore how AI can be a non-judgmental, always-available tool that helps neurodivergent individu
Shakira Alleyne reflects on how rigid structures in creative programs can stifle participation, especially for neurodivergent individuals. Sharing her experience with unstructured environments, she highlights the importance of autonomy and flex
Working to Work is proud to present Audio Producer, Robin Blamires' epic sonic journey exploring his passion for radio and experiences seeking work in the industry. The piece is demonstrative of Robin's impressive creative and technical skill,
Sam speaks with Shakira Alleyne, an autistic and ADHD musician and filmmaker, about their creative journey and the challenges neurodivergent musicians face. They discuss the inspiration behind Shakira’s film Neurodiversity in Music and the barr
On 26th November 2024 the UK Government published a white paper detailing their plans to ‘Get Britain Working’. This paper included plans to support disabled and neurodivergent individuals, and people experiencing mental ill health. I spoke wit
In this update, I reflect on Season One and share my plans for the next chapter of Working to Work. Season Two will focus on neurodivergent creatives and the unique challenges and strengths they bring to their work, exploring themes like mental
In this clip cut from the full episode, Sir Robert Buckland outlines the key findings from the Buckland Review of Autism Employment, which focuses on breaking down barriers autistic individuals face in the workforce. He discusses crucial steps
In this episode, I follow up with Sir Robert Buckland to discuss the findings of his review on autism and employment. We explore key barriers that neurodivergent individuals face in the workforce and the practical recommendations outlined in th
In this video, I share my experience using Glassdoor and interacting with their support as a neurodivergent individual. I explore various aspects of the platform, including reviews, anonymity, representation, and more. Through this, I reflect o
In this episode I speak with Rebecca McGinnis, Senior Managing Educator of Accessibility at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, about the limitations of traditional inclusion models. We explore how her work in creating more meaningful inclusion for
In this clip from Working to Work episode 13, I speak with Nanette Mellor, a charity CEO who has worked at Drake Music, the Brain Charity, Mencap, and other organisations supporting disabled individuals. Nanette shared how job tailoring and job
In this special installment of Working to Work, I share my experience using Glassdoor and interacting with their support as a neurodivergent individual. I explore various aspects of the platform, including reviews, anonymity, representation, an
In this second part of my interview with charity CEO, Nanette Mellor (Brain Charity, Drake Music, Mencap) we discuss how to hire in ways that accommodate common neurodivergent needs, and practices to create a work culture that allows a diverse
For this episode I spoke with Nanette Mellor, a disability and neurodiversity specialist, most recently working as a CEO of Drake Music, about their work championing neurodivergent strengths.Our conversation touches on how neurodivergent differ
I spoke with autism researcher Professor Anna Remington, Director of CRAE at UCL, about the notion of 'perceptual capacity'. The discussion covered what perceptual capacity is, its significance to neurodivergent people (spoiler: many autistic p
Professor Anna Remington, Director at the Centre for Research in Autism and Education (CRAE) at University College London the notion of Perceptual Capacity, its relevance to neurodivergent people, and it's roots in Nilli Lavie's 'Load Theory'.
A little update on the progress of Working to Work including a recap of the previous episodes, what I've got coming up, my futue plans for the project, and some reflections on the journey so far. Chapters below: 00:00 intro 00:30 the project so
An outline of what the Buckland Review of Autistic Employment found were the challenges for autistic / neurodivergent people in respect of obtaining and maintaining gratifying work. Please do follow the show to be notified when new episodes are
In this previously unreleased section of my interview with Dani Noreen (the Punk Rock Autistic / Neurodiversity Unbound), we discuss responses to the word 'why' in work settings. Its use often sparks unintended negative reactions, and we dissec
Zareen Ali, CEO of Cogs AI, is the guest on this ninth episode of @workingtowork. Zareen founded Cogs to create a non-pathologising mindfulness app specifically designed to support neurodivergent people. Chapters are listed below. In our conver