The Faster Than Normal Podcast: Add | Adhd | Health

Today we visit with Marvin Russell, the founder of two startups in the digital marketing world. that were both successfully acquired for millions. He is now working on Checkli, a passion project born out of necessity that has become startup number three, visited by 60,000 people every month to make, share and publish their most valuable checklists. We talk about his hyperactivity as a kid, his drive, how he stays on track and is always on the move. Enjoy! In this episode Peter and Marvin discuss: 1:32-  Intro and welcome Marvin 2:30-  What was growing up like; what’s your background? 2:54-  On childhood and hyperactivity 4:46-  When teachers would give you laps to run, did it help you? 5:40-  On the pressures of making great grades 6:40-  On not being able to stand still. How movement is beneficial 8:43-  On practical uses of movement in daily life 9:20-  So what prompted the entrepreneurship? 10:55-  How did you put systems in place to keep you on track in your new business? 12:47-  Dow long did that initial

Due to unresolved personal life traumas he failed to appropriately address at a younger age – life experiences he was unaware were affecting his mental health – Eric developed a severe bout of PTSD, along with symptoms of anxiety and depression. This fall came essentially “out of nowhere” and left him almost permanently in bed, and with severe cognitive impairment, for just over two and a half years. Once he found a way to climb out of his abyss, he vowed to spend the rest of his life focused on changing the global conversation through mental health advocacy. We talk about his journey and the organization he founded, WeAreAllALittleCrazy.org, here today. Thanks to my friend Dr. Jennifer Hartstein for introducing us!  Enjoy!   In this episode Peter and Eric discuss: 1:28-  Intro and welcome Eric 2:32-  Give us a little more detail on your background and how you got here. 3:47-  What were you doing instead of ‘having a life’? 5:14-  Where was your breaking point? 5:50-  So what did you do to get better?  ref: 

Eight years of college, ‘being stubborn’ and above all- never giving up, made a success story of our guest today Liz Wells. A friend recommended I interview her for many reasons, but what really got me- is that she’s a huge animal lover too!! We don’t talk that much about animals today, (big ones, or small ones), but we definitely talk about big passion, drive and perseverance! Happy New Year! I hope you enjoy this one!   In this episode Peter and Liz discuss: 1:28-  Intro and welcome Liz 2:25-  Share with us your background- growing up, school, when you got diagnosed, etc. 3:50-  On college years and repeating classes 5:00-  So when you finally got diagnosed- how did you feel? 6:03-  On depression, meds and ADD 7:20-  When you were taking home mostly all “D”s and “F”s on your report card; what did you do? 8:50-  On keeping your true passion & drive, and not letting others sway you 10:11-  Peter on keeping true to his passion 11:00-  Liz on how she maintained on track towards her passion 12:09-  How are y

This young man is just beginning his career path with a stealthy little product called the Robiii. We learn today about how he’s learning to hurdle ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dysorthography and about the road he’s currently traveling. Like all of us he’s making his own pathway; here’s to helping him onwards as a young entrepreneur. Enjoy!   In this episode Peter and Robi discuss: 1:27-  Intro and welcome Robi 2:10-  When were you diagnosed and what’s your backstory? 2:42-  So when you were first diagnosed, what did they tell you- how was it presented to you? 3:18-  What was it like before you were diagnosed and on meds?  ref: Vyvanse 3:58-  What else were you diagnosed with?  ref: Dysorthography 4:48-  How do you work and deal with the Dysorthography? I’ve never even heard of that! 5:18-  Tell us about the ways you deal with the Dyslexia and Dysgraphia? 5:34-  Do you have plans to go to University? 5:58-  What made you decide to become an Entrepreneur?  6:30-  So for you, it was really learning what worked

I’ve been looking forward to this visit with Scott for a while! He’s written six books, but it’s his latest best-sellar that I’m totally in love with! The best part? He’s had ADHD since he was a nano-sphere in his mother’s belly, and when I say “I take cold showers every day”, he doesn’t respond: “What the hell is wrong with you man??!” We talk about all of his journeys here today. I know your going to like this one, Enjoy! A little bit more about Scott:  Investigative journalist and anthropologist Scott Carney (scottcarney.com) has worked in some of the most dangerous and unlikely corners of the world. His work blends narrative non-fiction with ethnography. Currently, he is the CEO of the tiny Denver-based media company Foxtopus Ink, a senior fellow at the Schuster Institute for Investigative Journalism and a 2016-17 Scripps Fellow at the Center for Environmental Journalism in Boulder, Colorado. His books include the New York Times best seller"What Doesn't Kill Us" as well as "The Red Market" and "The Enligh

Lisa Betts-LaCroix is a podcaster, speaker, actor and dancer. As host of the Super Power U Podcast she does long-form interviews revealing the mental models and tactical skills needed to be your very own superhero. She's been featured in over one hundred films, television episodes and movies-of-the-week. Lisa is a dance performer and speaker who inspires audiences to embrace vitality, passion and reclaim empowered living in later life. In spite of taking up dance at age 50 she has also recently become a World Champion Pro-Am American Rhythm Ballroom dancer. We talk about all about her story here today. Enjoy!   In this episode Peter and Lisa discuss: 1:25-  Intro and Welcome Lisa! 2:00-  You have an amazing bio- tell us your story and a bit of your history. 3:15-  When were diagnosed? Were you diagnosed? 5:30-  On recognizing your own brain. 6:25-  You talked about people saying “Me also” when you began to share with friends. Do you think there is some sort of magnetic pull between those of us who have ADD/AD

Today we talk with James Oliver, Jr.  He’s the Founder of WeMontage, the world’s only websites that turns your permanent photo memories into removable wallpaper, and author of the book, “The More You Hustle, The Luckier You Get: You Can Be a Successful Parentpreneur.” James has an MBA from UNC-Chapel Hill, an accounting degree from Morehouse College and is known throughout the universe as Co-Founder of the world’s cutest twins, Thaddeus & Zoe.  We talk some about his proud parenting, about being entrepreneurs and about James’ unique journey thus far. Enjoy!   In this episode Peter and James discuss: 1:20-  Intro and Welcome James! refs: WeMontage, The More You Hustle The Luckier You Get 2:08-  How did you wind up an entrepreneur; tell us about your background? 4:25-  How & when did the Parentpreneur thing begin? 7:47-  Talk to us about your day-to-day struggle, balancing being an entrepreneur & a parent. 9:32-  How did you develop a good/working rule-set for yourself, with regard to balancing work

My friend Ari is a very successful Private Investigator, and a Forensic Genealogist. About a year ago though he had finally had enough! Enough of the teasing, enough of the big-pants shopping, enough of the failed attempts to lose weight & diet gimmicks, but perhaps most importantly his little girl couldn’t get her arms around him to give him a hug. Ari once served as an EMT and knew a likely future he would be facing unless he really made a commitment. So- he began taking some important steps. Literally. We talk about those steps today, one year later. Enjoy! In this episode Peter and Ari discuss: 1:18-  Intro and Welcome Ari! 1:55-  So tell us some about your background & how you got to the “Enough is Enough Place” 3:05-  On his experience with a meal delivery product 3:58-  On his first experience working with a personal trainer, twice a week 5:13-  Most of our listeners are ‘all-or-nothing’ like you. How did you begin & not give up; on day one, day two, day three, etc? 7:15-  What gave you tha

Writer, illustrator, editor, musician and occasional entrepreneur PJ Perez spends his days managing web & digital content for The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. He spends every other waking hour making comics, writing scripts, shooting videos! Today in this short Faster Than Normal “Extra”, we talk about the in-home calisthenic challenge he set for himself this year, and how he’s achieved it. Enjoy! In this episode Peter and PJ discuss: 1:18-  Intro and welcome PJ!  PJ’s: blog  Twitter: @PjPerez  Vimeo Channel  YouTube Channel 1:48-  Tell us about what you started doing this year! 2:56-  So 100 pushups a day, for 30 days was the goal!? How did it go for you starting out? 4:03-  Was there a point when you had to really double-down & convince yourself to continue pushing through? 4:42-  On the importance of setting goals & setting a concrete timeline. 5:24-  On logging your progress. 5:47-  Any new challenges coming up for you? 6:21-  Did you see & feel changes in your body within just 30 days? 7:15

It was never pointed out to Neil that he had all the tell-tale signs of ADD; not until he was 42 years old and recently separated from his then-wife. A good friend sent him an article on Adult ADHD/ADD. He soon after listened to my bookon a drive to Detroit. The lightbulb switched on and he found himself overwhelmed by his recent self-discoveries. It took him a couple of years, (one on Concerta), to sort things out and fully understand that he wasn’t “broken” or alone. He soon-there-after found a community of dog trainers, discovered the joy that comes from teaching & training dogs, (and their owners), and he committed to owning a training franchise. Has been working in and growing the "Dog space" ever since! His prior pursuits and careers have been: CEO, Marketing Consultant, Chimney Sweep, a few rides during the dot-com boom, Circus Trainer & Performer, scuba diver, competitive unicyclist, world traveler, maintaining his black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and being a stay-at-home Dad! It’s a lot. W

Kevin Roberts has spent a good deal of his adult life coming to terms with his own ADHD and cyber addiction. He has a Master’s Degree in ADHD and Addiction Studies from Antioch University. He has trained therapists, students, physicians, nurses, teachers, parents, and school administrators on the perils of overuse of the Internet and video games, as well as ADHD. He has developed a number of innovative programs, such as Training Your Dragons summer camps that empower ADHD children, including intensive training to their families. His “ADHD Empowerment Groups” have been featured on television programs and other media outlets. A sought-after speaker, Roberts has given lectures and workshops around the world, and has recently spoken in the United Kingdom, Canada, Holland, and Poland. He speaks five languages fluently. He has taken groups of young people and their families to Poland to visit Schindler’s factory, Auschwitz, and other Holocaust sites. Roberts has appeared on national and local television stations ac

Every once in a while we get to interview people who share some goals with Faster Than Normal. These people have a similar calling- to help, inspire and teach people more about ADHD. Today is one of those days! Sarah is the brains behind www.AdultingWithADHD.com, a blog for ADHD women. Along with the blog, she hosts a spin-off podcast and online support group with the mission of bringing self-empowerment and practical tips to her community. A digital marketer by day, Sarah lives with her husband and toddler in San Antonio, Texas. We hope this is helpful and useful to you. Enjoy!   In this episode Peter and Sarah discuss: :56-  Intro and welcome Sarah!  https://adultingwithadhd.com  Sarah’s Podcast 1:36-  Tell us your story; how did you learn you were ADHD? Inattentive Type ADHD 2:20-  Was that a wake-up call? Did things start making more sense afterwards? ref: Jon Snow 3:19-  When you began to learn more about ADHD, was it an additive process or did things just switch overnight?  ref: ACL Fest  4:34-  What w

Corey is a media and technology expert who has emerged as the 'always-on' innovation and cannabis publicist. His experience as a journalist for outlets like Global News and The Globe & Mail and his prolific hustle on behalf of his clients makes him the ideal partner for brands looking to connect with journalists and consumers. A frequent speaker at hubs such as Leaf Forward, MaRS and Ryerson's DMZ, Corey has unique insight into the inner workings of the media industry and knows how to make a story irresistible.  Corey received his post-grad in public relations from Ryerson University and resides in Toronto, ON, Canada with his wife, daughter, dog and floor-to-ceiling sneaker collection. We begin by talking about those sneakers here today. Enjoy!     In this episode Peter and Corey discuss: :52-  Intro and welcome Corey! 1:42-  So how does one garner a floor-to-ceiling sneaker collection & how are you still married 3:48-  What prompted you to finally get diagnosed? 6:05-  Outside of CBD, do you take an

Genna Singer grew up going to summer camp. She started early in her single digits and only missed one year. She loves summer camp!! In September of 2002 she joined the wonderful staff at the Marlene Meyerson JCC as Director of After School Programs, while maintaining an active role in the summer camps programs as well. In 2006 she became the Director of Camps and continues to help them develop and grow new, exciting programs! My daughter had a wonderful time here this summer and I was so happy Genna was able to join us today, to talk and educate us about the importance of Summer Camps. Enjoy!   In this episode Peter and Genna discuss: :45-  Intro and welcome Genna! 1:25-  You spent most of your summers as a kid at sleep away camp. What was your favorite summer camp? Camp Timbertops 2:11-  What is it about camp that you love so much? 3:02-  On nurturing play & freedom from routines and a kids’ school-day grind. 4:50-  What have you seen in terms of kids who come in, who might have some soft of neural ‘atyp

Today we visit with Mark Murphy. He wasn’t diagnosed with ADHD until he was nearly 50. We talk about how he built his company and how being impulsive can sometimes be a huge benefit. Mark is a trusted travel expert, best-selling author, entrepreneur and professional speaker. He is the founder and CEO of travAlliancemedia, the leading travel trade media company in the United States. His company has been recognized 6X (starting in 2008) by Inc magazine, as one of the fastest growing privately held companies in the United States. He provides professional commentary for both consumer and business travelers, and is a frequent travel expert and travel analyst on major networks & news stations including: The Today Show, CNN, FOX Business, FOX News, and ABC, CBS,NBC and The Travel Channel. We’ll probably bump into each other again soon on our way to One Columbus Circle. Enjoy! In this episode Peter and Mark discuss: 1:45-  Hello and welcome Mark!  http://www.travalliancemedia.com 3:25-  How did things go for you

ADHD Balancing Time & Learning w/h Multi-talented Company Builder Vahid Jozi Vahid is a serial entrepreneur, having founded several companies in the past that resulted in exits, failures, and everything in between. He has held most of the positions in a company including developer, designer, salesperson, marketer, and investor. His focus currently is on product management, machine learning & AI, and retail. He advises various startups, investors & accelerators. He is currently the founder of Yooshi.ai with the mission of utilizing AI to increasing video engagement and reducing cost of video production. We spent some time together on Labor Day talking about how he balances his mental, physical and social health, while keeping it all spinning, enjoy! In this episode Peter and Vahid discuss: 1:04- Intro & welcome Vahid! 4:45-  With so much of your work depending on you 24/7, tell us how you manage that, being ADHD and also having OCD?  https://www.eisenhower.me/eisenhower-matrix/ 6:40-  Do you th

This March, Brain.FM received a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to research the effects of music & soundwaves on people who have ADHD, and also those who suffer from difficulty focusing on the job. At lot of neuroscience continues to go into their work. We were happy to visit with CEO Daniel Clark in our office to talk about how it all works, and how his life’s love of technology ultimately called him aboard. Enjoy! In this episode Peter and Daniel discuss: 1:04-  Intro & welcome Daniel. www1.Brain.FM 2:27-  So how did you first learn about Brain.FM? What is your background? 3:55-  Tell us some more about Brain.FM? 5:15-  Tell us about this concept from the neuro-diversity aspect. Who is using Brain.FM? EEG fMRI Data Center  6:30-  Based on the research you've done thus far, how exactly does music bring one to an increased mental state? A.I. Composer  Human Composer  7:56-  Everyone is different- how do you customize for each brain? Neuro Phase Locking (ref also *13:30)  8:50-  Binau

Collin’s struggle with ADHD has always been a crucial part of who he is. ADHD was almost a mystery to him, and he always felt out of place, wondering why he was “different” from his peers. It wasn’t until he began to research these feelings that he discovered that there were others who felt the same way. Collin then became obsessed with understanding ADHD. Throughout his research, Collin began to feel comforted knowing that there are resources that can truly help people struggling to understand themselves.  During high school, Collin was introduced to a MLM company called Vemma which sparked Collin’s passion to become an Entrepreneur. He has since invested hours upon hours into personal development, communication, and leadership skills. He now manages his own Car Detailing business, which started as a side hustle, but is turning into a profitable source of income. Today we talk about his journey and what’s been working for him.  Enjoy! In this episode Peter and Collin discuss: :45-  Intro & welcome Collin

Brian grew up in suburban NJ. He was diagnosed with ADHD at six years old. He moved away, graduated from Tulane University with a Philosophy degree and a honed talent for writing. In 2016, he was interviewed by Fox 5 NY about his ADHD memoir & personal experience with Adderall addiction. I actually have Brian’s book on my desk right now! He’s a successful entrepreneur, continues to be very outspoken about society's miscomprehension of ADHD and is helping to change the conversation! Now living in NYC with his wife Lindsey, Brian loves to travel, lift weights, talk philosophy at bars, and enjoys spending time with family & friends. He spends a little of his time here with us today. Enjoy! In this episode Peter and Brian discuss discuss: 1:00-  Intro & welcome Brian! 2:10-  Brian’s book “Adderall Blues”  2:27-  “Ten Ways to be Happier When You Live/Love Someone With ADHD” 2:38-  So let us begin with talking about your wife! 3:50-  So what happens when you randomly do the most stupid & impulsive t

This is a great kid, mature beyond his years. I discovered Everett when someone sent me an article about him competing in the Intel International Science & Engineering Fair, (Bio-Medical Engineering category), and winning out over 1,800 competing students from 80+ countries!  He’s brilliant and certainly has a bright future; just listen to how he answered “What do you wanna do with your life”? What were you doing in High School? I’m thankful we got to spend some time with him this week. Enjoy!  In this episode, Peter and Everett discuss: :50- Intro and welcome Everett!  ref: Intel International Science & Engineering Fair Awards  2:00-  When did you first get diagnosed? 2:36- How did you wind up scoring so high in Math & Science? 4:25- None of us with ADHD are quite alike are we?! 4:48-  Why did you ask for more challenging work? 5:53-  Tell us about your 10th grade Science project. What is a “3D Printable Transtibial Prosthesis”?  7:30-  Rachel Cotton interview  7:50-  What changed for you righ