Take Control ADHD
Hosted by Take Control ADHD
A practical podcast for adults with ADHD, co-hosted by a coach and a tech expert, offering strategies for work, school, and life.
This is a co-hosted advice and interview show focused on the practical, day-to-day realities of living with adult ADHD. One host, an ADHD coach, provides structured strategies, while the other, a broadcaster with his own ADHD experience, offers tool-based solutions and personal perspective. Episodes alternate between deep-dive interviews with authors and clinicians and 'Office Hours' formats where they tackle specific listener problems.
“The dual-host dynamic is key: Nikki Kinzer brings the formal coaching and systems perspective, while Pete Wright grounds the conversation with tech tips and his own lived experience. Unlike more clinical shows, they often begin with informal, personal chat before diving into structured advice or interviews.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by ADHD coach Nikki Kinzer and veteran broadcaster Pete Wright, "Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast" has offered support and life management strategies for adults with ADHD since 2010. The show blends expert interviews with listener Q&A sessions, covering topics from emotional well-being and motivation to specific challenges in work and higher education. Nikki and Pete aim to provide valuable, practical insights for anyone looking to manage their ADHD effectively.
Credentials & credits
- Nikki Kinzer: Professional Certified Coach (PCC) via ICF.
- Nikki Kinzer: Certified coach via ADD Coach Academy.
- Nikki Kinzer: B.S. in Merchandising Management, Oregon State University.
- Pete Wright: Co-founder of TruStory FM.
- Pete Wright: Veteran broadcaster and media consultant.
- Pete Wright: Co-author of "Unapologetically ADHD".
Other ventures
- Nikki Kinzer: Founder of Take Control ADHD (coaching services and training).
- Pete Wright: Co-founder of the TruStory FM podcast network.
- Nikki Kinzer & Pete Wright: Co-authors of the book "Unapologetically ADHD".
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01
- 02
- 03
- 04
- 05
- 06
- 07
- 08🎙️｜Office Hours for Your Brain • ADHD College PlanningAug 7, 2025 · 51 min
Notable episodes
- 01Later Life Diagnosis: The Relief, The Regret, & The Reality with Linda Roggli
A representative interview exploring the show's focus on the intersection of ADHD, hormones, and late-life diagnosis for women.
- 02Office Hours for Your Brain • ADHD College Planning
Demonstrates the show's non-interview 'Office Hours' format, where the hosts solve a specific listener problem about academic overwhelm.
- 03Estrogen, Dopamine, and #ADHD
A concise explanation of the biological link between hormones and ADHD symptoms, a core topic for the show.
What you'll be asked on this show
Interviews begin with friendly, off-topic banter, sometimes in a recurring 'Entertainment Clutch' segment about what the hosts and guest are reading or watching. The formal interview typically opens with a broad question about the guest's origin story or personal connection to the topic. The hosts act as a team; Nikki often guides the conversation with coaching-inflected questions while Pete interjects with tech-related insights or personal anecdotes. They are attentive listeners who allow guests to explain complex ideas without interruption.
The show has two main formats: expert interviews and co-hosted 'Office Hours' Q&A sessions that address listener questions. Hosts Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright have a warm, friendly rapport and use self-deprecating humor to build community. Episodes often start with a 'pre-show' segment of informal chat or a listener question before the official introduction.
Questions Take Control ADHD keeps coming back to
5 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Take Control ADHD reaches for it.
personal
1- Q.01
“Are you watching or reading anything you want to recommend?”
This is a recurring icebreaker from their 'Entertainment Clutch' segment, used to start the informal chat before the main topic.
origin
2- Q.01
“Take us back to your diagnosis...”
A common opening move to establish the guest's personal connection to the topic and their origin story.
- Q.02
“What was going on in that moment when [X happened]?”
A follow-up used to probe for more detail and context around a key event in the guest's story.
advice
1- Q.01
“What have you got, coach?”
Pete's signature hand-off to Nikki when asking for her professional take on a listener's problem during 'Office Hours' episodes.
process
1- Q.01
“I'm curious what you mean by [concept]?”
Used by either host to clarify a term or idea for the audience's benefit, ensuring the advice is clear and actionable.
Signature segments
- · Entertainment Clutch
- · Answering listener questions from Discord
- · Patreon community plugs
- · 'Office Hours' episodes
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically authors, clinicians, coaches, and researchers specializing in ADHD. The show focuses on experts who can provide actionable advice on specific facets of ADHD, such as shame, memory, or hormonal impacts.
- Linda Rogglion 🎙️｜TAP 2026-04-01 • Later Life Diagnosis: The Relief, The Regret, & The Reality with Linda Roggli
- Dr. Kathleen Nadeauon #ADHD slowing your cognitive function? Go run and get your BDNF cranking says Dr. Kathleen Nadeau!
- Daniella Karidion "We need to assume that our working memory is NOT working!" Daniella Karidi on #TheADHDPodcast
- Dr. Dodge Reaon Dr. Dodge Rea is brilliant about #ADHD & #shame even when he doesn't remember. #ADHDPodcast Out Now!
- Caroline Maguireon Are you masking or adapting? Caroline Maguire on the #ADHDPodcast out tomorrow!
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The primary sponsor is the show's own Patreon community, which is frequently promoted for access to a private Discord and other resources. The hosts also promote their own coaching programs, workshops, and book.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of Take Control ADHD?
- The podcast is hosted by ADHD coach Nikki Kinzer, PCC, and veteran broadcaster Pete Wright.
- What is the format of the show?
- It alternates between long-form interviews with ADHD experts and 'Office Hours' episodes where the hosts answer listener questions.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, new episodes have been released regularly since 2010.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on major podcast platforms and the Take Control ADHD YouTube channel.
- Who is this podcast for?
- It's designed for adults with ADHD seeking practical strategies and tools for managing their personal and professional lives.
- Do the hosts have personal experience with ADHD?
- Yes, co-host Pete Wright has been open about his own experiences living with ADHD, which he shares on the show.
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- [01]Official Websitetakecontroladhd.com
- [02]About Nikki Kinzer • ADHD Coachtakecontroladhd.com
- [03]Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast - TruStory FMtrustory.fm
- [04]Nikki Kinzer - ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Associationadd.org
- [05]Buy Unapologetically ADHD by Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wrighttakecontroladhd.com
- [06]Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
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