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Twice Exceptional: Exploring and Living with Neurodiversity

Cate Dunn

Giftedness is combined with a learning disability/neurodivergence to form something new: twice exceptional. Cate is a once twice exceptional teen now trying to make her way through adulthood. Listen along as she interviews neurodiverse individuals on their experiences and shares some of her own insights along the way. The best way to educate yourself on neurodiversity is by listening to those experiencing it. https://twiceexceptional.podbean.com/

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#42
August 5 · 38 min
Standardized Testing for Non-Standard Students
Neurodivergent students often face difficulties when preparing for standardized tests. In this episode, Cate tackles if there is a need for standardized testing, how to set up accommodations for the SAT/ACT, and a few study tips for neurodiverse students. To help address these topics, Cate is joined by her sister Grace Dunn, founder of Crownridge Coaching. Grace is a National Merit Scholar who scored a perfect 800 on SAT Math and earned early admission to Columbia University. Grace specializes in elite, one-on-one SAT, ACT, and PSAT tutoring for high-achieving students — including those whose scores don't yes reflect their capabilities. Grace provides her insights on the test prep process and shares some stories about being the non-neurodivergent sibling of a 2e kid. Learn more about Grace's work at crownridgecoaching.com.
#41
January 2 · 19 min
College Process for the Neurodiverse
College is a big change for any student, but the process can be even more difficult for the neurodiverse. In this episode, Cate is joined by Coach Jo, an education consultant who specializes in working with neurodivergent kids, to discuss finding the right college for you, and how to make the college transition as smooth as possible.
#40
Sep 6, 2025 · 19 min
Synesthesia and Movies
Everyone loves to see themselves represented in media. In this episode, Cate spoke to Nicola Rose, director of the movie Magnetosphere, a movie about a teenage girl with synesthesia. They talk about what synesthesia is and how to what it means to see yourself represented in the media you consume.
#39
Jun 23, 2025 · 16 min
Anxiety with ADHD
Anxiety and ADHD overlap often, and this can be difficult to manage. In this episode, Cate talks about this common comorbidity and shares some advice on how to manage both from her own experiences and from research. (Apologies for any audio problems, I am in the process of changing softwares.)
#38
Nov 22, 2024 · 17 min
Schooling and Tourettes
Cate talked to Ronnie about his experiences with Tourettes during school, from high school to a PHD. He shares insights about what tics feel like and his passion for studying neuroscience.
#37
Oct 28, 2024 · 19 min
9 Things I Learned From My First Months at College
In this episode (recorded at the end of September) Cate discusses a little bit about moving into college and the things she learned along the way.
#36
Jun 6, 2024 · 39 min
Dysgraphia and 504s
Cate talk with high school senior Rex about dysgraphia and how 504 plans have helped throughout his journey with dysgraphia and ADHD.
#35
Mar 3, 2024 · 22 min
Gifted and Distractible: 2e
Cate interviewed Julie Skolnick, founder of With Understanding Comes Care and author Gifted and Distractible. She talks about 2e kids and adults and strategies for their future.
#34
Dec 19, 2023 · 34 min
Gifted and 2e Education
Cate spoke with Manisha about how to teach gifted and 2e kids.
#33
Oct 13, 2023 · 26 min
Robby the Dyslexic Taxi: Talking Books
Cate talks with mother and son Lynn and Jonathan about their book, and how Jonathan’s own experiences influenced their book. Check out the book! https://robbythetaxi.com
#32
Aug 31, 2023 · 29 min
Neurodivergence in College Applications
Cate talks to Sara Haberson, a college counselor who used to work in college admissions, about how neurodivergence can affect college applications.
#31
Jul 16, 2023 · 26 min
Neurodivergent Friendships (2)
Jo and Cal talk about hyperfixations and perceptions of Neurodiversity.
#30
Jun 23, 2023 · 24 min
Neurodivergent Friendships (1)
Cate interviews teenagers Jo (who has ADHD) and Cal (who has functional neurological disorder). They discuss friendship and social lives. Part 1
#29
May 21, 2023 · 15 min
The Gender Bias: Girls with ADHD
Cate goes on a bit of a tangent about how girls have a harder time getting diagnosed with ADHD due to the expeditions of being a problem child.
#28
Mar 30, 2023 · 33 min
ADHD with the Povenmires
Cate interviews Dan and Meli Povenmire, creator and voice actor from Hamster and Gretel, on their ADHD.
#27
Feb 25, 2023 · 26 min
Owning Your Dyslexia
Cate talks to Kate Witt about her dyslexia and her choice of career as a Speech Language Pathologist.
#26
Jan 23, 2023 · 32 min
1Year of Twice Exceptional
To celebrate a year of podcasts, Cate reviews some of her interviews over the past year.
#25
Dec 22, 2022 · 13 min
Representing ADHD
Cate talks to her brother about representation of ADHD in movies, books, and TV.
#24
Nov 19, 2022 · 18 min
Autism in High School
Cate talks to Emas about their experiences with autism as a high schooler, why concerts are terrible, and why My Little Pony helped them make friends.
#23
Oct 9, 2022 · 33 min
Teaching with ADHD
Cate talks with Ann about teaching special education as an ADHD adult.

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