Send Me A Text Message

This is my full interview from Channel 5, where I sat down to talk about what ADHD and autism actually feel like — not the stereotype, the real experience.

I was diagnosed with autism at 4 and ADHD at 9, and nearly got excluded from school in my first week. Not because I was “bad”, but because I couldn’t sit still, I wanted to move, explore, and learn in a different way.

We get into what it’s like growing up misunderstood, how school can get it wrong, and what’s actually going on inside your head when you have ADHD.

This is the reason I started The Danifesto — because there are still people out there going through this with no support, no understanding, and no one explaining it properly.

If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fit the system, this episode will make sense.

Big thanks to I'm ADHD, No You're Not, Channel 5 and Dan Walker for making this happen.

And Dr Mine Conkbayir MBE who made the whole thing happen!

(Interview originally aired on Channel 5)

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Send Me A Text Message

In this episode of The Danifesto, I sit down with Daniel for a real conversation about where piano started for him, how his mind works, the pressure that comes with growth, and the way music has shaped his life.

We also get into the story of how Simon Squibb came into the picture, what that connection meant, and how moments like that can shift the way you see yourself and what’s possible.

It’s honest, personal, and reflective — and to close the episode, Daniel finishes by playing piano live, which makes the ending something special.

A proper conversation about music, focus, identity, and momentum.

Topics in this episode:
•Daniel’s early journey with piano
•Pressure, growth, and mindset
•ADHD, focus, and creativity
•Meeting Simon Squibb
•What he’s building now
•Live piano at the end

Support the show

Thanks for listening to The Danifesto. If this episode meant something to you, follow the podcast and share it with someone who needs that little push to back themselves. You can find me on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook for behind the scenes clips and updates. If you want early episodes and bonus content, you can join The Danifesto Plus through my Buzzsprout page. Your support helps me keep growing this and bringing bigger conversations to the mic.

Send Me A Text Message

Last night I stayed up until 3:30am watching the Super Bowl and only got 4 hours of sleep… so I expected my ADHD to be worse than ever.

But the opposite happened.

My brain felt quieter. I could remember things. I stayed on track in lessons. I even remembered what question I was on when I turned the page — which NEVER happens.

For a few hours, it honestly felt like my ADHD had disappeared.

In this episode, I talk about what that “calm brain” feeling was actually like, why being overtired can sometimes feel like better focus, and why it’s a total trap if you try to chase it.

If you’ve ever had a random “good brain day” and thought

“Why can’t I be like this all the time?”

this episode is for you.

Real talk about ADHD, tired focus, brain noise, and learning to work with your brain instead of fighting it.

Support the show

Thanks for listening to The Danifesto. If this episode meant something to you, follow the podcast and share it with someone who needs that little push to back themselves. You can find me on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook for behind the scenes clips and updates. If you want early episodes and bonus content, you can join The Danifesto Plus through my Buzzsprout page. Your support helps me keep growing this and bringing bigger conversations to the mic.