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113: Exploring Neurodivergence in Film with Nicola Rose
<p><strong>Nicola Rose on Directing, ADHD, and Exploring Neurodiversity in Film</strong></p><p>In this episode of the ADHD Goals podcast, host [Host Name] interviews Nicola Rose, a film director and writer from New York City. Nicola discusses her recent film 'Magnetosphere,' a coming-of-age comedy about growing up neurodivergent with synesthesia. She shares her experiences with ADHD, her journey to a late diagnosis, and how it influenced her creative work. Nicola also talks about the challenges of promoting independent films, her approach to creating realistic neurodivergent characters, and the importance of representing neurodiverse experiences in media. The conversation also explores the roles of various actors in 'Magnetosphere,' the impact of synesthesia on the main character, and Nicola's future plans in the film industry.</p><p><br /></p><p>Links:</p><p>IMDB: <a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt17519416/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.imdb.com/title/tt17519416/</a></p><p>Nicola Rose Website: <a href="https://www.nicolarosedirects.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nicolarosedirects.com/</a></p><p>Substack: <a href="https://nicolarosedirects.substack.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://nicolarosedirects.substack.com/</a></p><p><br /></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction</p><p>00:57 Discussing the Film 'Magnetosphere'</p><p>01:47 Nicola's ADHD Diagnosis Journey</p><p>05:53 Exploring Neurodivergence in Film</p><p>10:46 Synesthesia and Its Representation</p><p>17:36 Character Development and Casting</p><p>24:17 Reflecting on Early Experiences</p><p>24:45 Understanding Synesthesia</p><p>25:43 Hallucinogenics and Sensory Experiences</p><p>27:13 Female Representation in Neurodiversity</p><p>29:33 Challenges and Double Standards</p><p>32:16 Future Plans and Taking a Break</p><p>33:25 Balancing Creativity and Workflow</p><p>36:02 Directing and Writing Experiences</p><p>39:54 Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers</p><p>43:44 Where to Watch the Movie</p><p>44:50 Follow and Connect</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Get Un-Stuck in 90mins - Map out how YOUR ADHD brain works!</strong></p><p><a href="https://go.adhdgoals.co/adhd-canvas-90min" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://go.adhdgoals.co/adhd-canvas-90min</a></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Need Help with your ADHD?</strong></p><p>Visit my website:<a href="https://adhdgoals.co/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://adhdgoals.co/</a></p><p><a href="https://adhdgoals.co/free-intro-call-booking/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book a FREE call intro call</a> : <a href="https://adhdgoals.co/free-intro-call-booking/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://adhdgoals.co/free-intro-call-booking/</a> </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>FOLLOW ME</strong></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/adhd_goals/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/adhd_goals/</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@adhd.goals" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@adhd.goals</a> </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/adhdgoals/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/adhdgoals/</a> </p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhd-goals/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhd-goals/</a> </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>