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Neuroshambles is a UK parenting podcast about raising neurodivergent children. Hosted by lapsed comedian Mark Allen, this show explores autism parenting, ADHD, PDA, SEND, school struggles, family life and parental wellbeing through honest, relatable conversations - often with a healthy dose of humour, but always grounded in lived experience.
Mark is raising three neurodivergent children and chats with parents, carers, advocates and professionals about the everyday challenges some families face. These aren’t lectures or masterclasses, but candid tales from the front line of parenting neurodivergent kids, as guests swap stories about what works for them - and just as importantly, what definitely doesn’t. Topics range from meltdowns, PDA-related demand avoidance and dealing with authorities, to holidays, mealtimes and the logistical chaos of daily life.
Neuroshambles is for UK parents and carers who want something that feels human - supportive without being preachy, practical without being clinical. The aim isn’t to provide all the answers, but to shine a light on the absurdities and difficulties of a family life shaped by neurodivergence, offering connection, reassurance and the comfort of knowing you’re not the only one struggling to make sense of things.
New episodes are released fortnightly.
Check out more information on the Neuroshambles website: www.neuroshambles.com
| Episode | Date |
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The knotty issue of hair care | Rebecca Huseyin
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Feb 18, 2026 |
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Raising SEND kids: the dads’ perspective | Terry Lloyd
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Feb 04, 2026 |
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How broken is the healthcare system? | Dr Lucy Pocock
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Jan 21, 2026 |
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School: The Primary Years | Grace Lockrobin
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Jan 07, 2026 |
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How autistic is your child? | Kieran Rose
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Dec 03, 2025 |
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Kids refusing medical help | Michelle Parton
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Nov 19, 2025 |
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Difficulty with transitions - Part 2 | Pete Wharmby
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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Difficulty with transitions - Part 1 | Pete Wharmby
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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Managing the work/shambles balance | Mark Holborow
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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Swearing | Heidi Mavir
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Sep 24, 2025 |
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Surviving the summer holidays | Lisa Galley
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Jul 23, 2025 |
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Swimming | Hatty Ashdown
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Jul 09, 2025 |
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Tackling Ignorance - Part 2 | Jo Matthews
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Jun 25, 2025 |
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Tackling Ignorance - Part 1 | Jo Matthews
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Jun 11, 2025 |
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Why can't they stick with a hobby? | Nicole Bateman
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May 28, 2025 |
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The nightmare of shopping | Helen Stuart
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May 14, 2025 |
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School: The Early Years | Helen Daniel
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Apr 30, 2025 |
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Being the token neurotypical | Kirsty Hockenhull
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Apr 09, 2025 |
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Parental Burnout | Liz Evans
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Mar 26, 2025 |
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The Bumpy Road to Diagnosis | Tam
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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Why do our kids mask? | Pete Wharmby
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Feb 26, 2025 |
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Seeking help from "experts" | Charlotte Mountford
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Feb 12, 2025 |
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Grappling with personal hygiene | Rebecca Huseyin
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Jan 29, 2025 |
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Do our kids feel empathy? | Heidi Mavir
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Jan 15, 2025 |
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Medicating Our Children | Danielle Jata-Hall
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Dec 11, 2024 |
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How far have we come? | Stephanie (from over the road)
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Nov 27, 2024 |
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Coping with transport | "Belle"
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Nov 13, 2024 |
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Judgement From Outsiders | Lisa Lloyd (@asd_with_a_g_and_t)
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Oct 30, 2024 |
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Keeping up with the Joneses | Samuel Wilson
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Oct 16, 2024 |
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Am I raising an arsehole? | Kate Ebbutt
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Oct 02, 2024 |
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Conversation | Kieran Rose
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Sep 18, 2024 |
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Food, laborious food | Dee McMahon
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Sep 04, 2024 |
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Trying to take a bloody photo | Claire Quigley Ward
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Jul 03, 2024 |
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Siblings | Jess Cain
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Jun 19, 2024 |
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Acquiring Life Skills | Lisa Galley
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Jun 05, 2024 |
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Family Games | Dan Clark
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May 22, 2024 |
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Sensitivity to noise | Lauren Palfrey
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May 08, 2024 |
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The chaos of mealtimes | Liam Mullone
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Apr 24, 2024 |
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Navigating Emotions | Grace Lockrobin
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Apr 10, 2024 |
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Leaving The House | Hatty Ashdown
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Mar 27, 2024 |
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Struggles with clothing | Steph Curtis
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Mar 13, 2024 |
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Life as a social outcast | Samuel Wilson
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Feb 28, 2024 |
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Walking with Neurodivergents | Angie Belcher
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Feb 14, 2024 |
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Social Etiquette | Jo Matthews
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Jan 31, 2024 |
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So much f*cking admin | Jess Meredith
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Jan 17, 2024 |
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Honesty | Heidi Mavir
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Jan 03, 2024 |
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Christmas | Belle
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Dec 13, 2023 |
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Friendships | Kate
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Nov 29, 2023 |
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Special Interests | Liam Mullone
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Nov 15, 2023 |
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Holidays | Dr Hildi Mitchell
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Nov 01, 2023 |
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Birthday Parties | Belle
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Oct 18, 2023 |
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Camping | Jo Matthews
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Oct 04, 2023 |
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Trailer
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Oct 03, 2023 |