RZ Episode #3: Invisible Doesn’t Mean Imaginary - Real Talk with Mick Marshall Part 1
Release Date: 05/15/2025
Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep9: It Wasn’t Small to Me - Understanding RSD
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Ever spiralled after a neutral tone, a delayed reply, or a throwaway comment? That’s not drama — it might be RSD. In this episode, we break down Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria in a way that finally makes sense. From the emotional “back end” ADHDers live with daily, to simple ways friends, partners, bosses and families can communicate with more care. This episode doesn’t just explain RSD — it changes how you show up for each other. Yep, this rocks for everyone. 🎵 Positive Vibes by Positive Kay 🎥 Enzo Maisano @TellTheStory 🎬 Trish Burke & James Burke: ADHD gurus of...
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Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep8: Functional Festive Season Incoming
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It’s beginning to look a lot like… sensory overload. Don’t stress, Trish and Burke are here to make your festive season way more functional and way less cray cray. In this episode, we’re unloading all the neuroaffirming tricks to help you survive the holidays without emotionally face-planting into the trifle. We’re talking: ✨ Prep-loading on safe foods before gatherings ✨ Creating a silent “get me outta here” tap-out signal ✨ Lo-fi decompression tunes between events ✨ Family-friendly boundaries that actually work ✨ And how to honour your nervous system...
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Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep7: Love Your Job… Burnout-Proofing Your Workday
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Your body’s talking… are you listening? This week, we’re talking body cues, burnout, and why “consistency” isn’t being a robot. From silence pods to colour-coded “leave me alone” signals, we dive into creating environments where every brain can thrive. Oh, and balancing burnout with a passion project? Mandatory. Tracking progress? Optional. Buying all the gear? 100% required. 🎵 Positive Vibes by Positive Kay 🎥 Enzo Maisano @TellTheStory 🎬 Trish Burke & James Burke: ADHD gurus of Hyperfocus @Real_Zeal_Trish
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Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep6: Riding the Seasonal Groove Wave - Why Routines Ghost Us
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Let’s be real — for ADHD brains, habits are like houseplants: full of good intentions, but one shift in sunlight and they’re gone. This week, Trish and Burkie dive into why sticking to routines feels like a full-time dopamine management job. From the thrill of starting something new to the inevitable “meh” phase when the sparkle wears off, they unpack why our grooves are less about structure and more about seasons. If you’ve ever wondered why your “new habit” lasted exactly three and a half weeks, this one’s for you. Spoiler: it’s not laziness — it’s the ADHD way....
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Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep5: The High-Functioning Trap
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Guest host Arijana Hostnjak is back on the couch with Trish and Burkie to dig into the dark side of being “high-functioning.” Sure, you might look like you’ve got it all together at work — but that constant masking? It comes at a cost. We’re talking burnout, emotional hangovers, and the way keeping it together from 9 to 5 can leave nothing left in the tank for your home life, friendships, or relationships. If you’ve ever crashed on the couch after “holding it together” all day, this one’s for you. 🎵 Positive Vibes by Positive Kay 🎥 Enzo Maisano @TellTheStory 🎬...
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Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep4: Authentic… But Not Alien
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The delicate dance of being real without freaking people out. Arijana from The Soulutions Centre Psychology joins Trish and James on the couch to tackle the late-diagnosis tightrope — being your true ADHD self without making everyone else short-circuit. We’re talking work life, masking, trackies vs. corporate dress codes, and how to keep it real in the workplace without getting weird. 🎵 Positive Vibes by Positive Kay 🎥 Enzo Maisano @TellTheStory 🎬 Trish Burke & James Burke: ADHD gurus of Hyperfocus @Real_Zeal_Trish
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Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep3: To Meds or Not to Meds? That Is the ADHD Question
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Trish & Burkie aren’t here to whisper about meds — they’re talking straight up about ADHD medication. What life looked like before, what shifted after, and why the choice isn’t as simple as “yay or nay.” Expect honesty, side-eye at the stereotypes, and plenty of laughs in between. 🎵 Positive Vibes by Positive Kay 🎥 Enzo Maisano @TellTheStory 🎬 Trish Burke & James Burke: ADHD gurus of Hyperfocus @Real_Zeal_Trish
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Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep2: Your Bestie Isn’t Your Therapist
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In this ep, Trish and Burkie get real about therapy — why everyone deserves a psychologist in their corner. From unpacking old hurts to reframing the stories we tell ourselves, having a professional voice (that isn’t just your partner or your bestie) can change everything. Think less sugar-coating, more growth. 🎵 Positive Vibes by Positive Kay 🎥 Enzo Maisano @TellTheStory 🎬 Trish Burke & James Burke: ADHD gurus of Hyperfocus @Real_Zeal_Trish
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Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep1: New Season, New Co-Host, New Chaos
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Real Zeal is back — and this season, Trish isn’t flying solo. James “Burkie” Burke has jumped on board as co-host, bringing the male ADHDer perspective (and a whole lot of banter). In this ep, we put each other in the hot seat with 3 juicy questions each. Think favourite food and drink, comfort clothes, soulmates, and whether ADHDers are actually the next stage of human evolution. Plus, Trish gets grilled on balancing her unhinged, unfiltered self with being a health practice owner — and whether she’ll still be this loud at 80. Spoiler: probably yes. It’s the perfect start to...
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Real Zeal Podcast Ep10: Unmasking Life - Friendships, Work & Fresh Starts
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It’s the grand finale of Season One and the dynamic duo, Trish & Burkie, are back in the hot seat! This ep dives into the wild world of “adult dress-ups” (because masking is way more than just a mask—it’s a whole costume change!). We unpack what it’s like to get a late diagnosis while already juggling jobs and friendships, the rollercoaster of unmasking, and why neuroaffirming workplaces matter more than ever. Plus—how to nail a fresh start in a new role without stuffing yourself back into the costume box. Season one bows out with laughs, honesty, and plenty of “aha”...
info_outlineHave you ever met someone and immediately thought: I want in on what they’re about? That’s exactly what happened when I met Mick Marshall —a powerhouse advocate for invisible disability, lived experience, and showing up as your whole damn self. In Part One of this raw and incredulous ride, Mick opens up about living with an invisible disability, learning to navigate systems that weren’t built for brains like his, and what happens when you start believing your own story (instead of the one society hands you).
Check out Micks doco - https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1XVZKwPyA1/?mibextid=wwXIfr
🎵 Positive Vibes by Positive Kay
🎥 Enzo Maisano @TellTheStory
🎬 Trish Burke: ADHD Queen of Hyperfocus @Real_Zeal_Trish
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