ADHD Money Talk
by David DeWitt, CFP®
Latest episode
The Story Behind Every ADHD Money Problem
The Story Behind Every ADHD Money Problem
About this podcast
When your brain and your bank account are constantly fighting, it's time for a new approach.
ADHD Money Talk is the podcast that finally addresses what traditional financial advice misses: how ADHD fundamentally changes your relationship with money. From impulse spending and financial avoidance to the shame spiral that keeps you stuck, we tackle the real challenges that come with managing money when your brain works differently.
Hosted by David DeWitt, CFP® with ADHD.
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Episodes
The newest 20 of 79 episodes
- The Story Behind Every ADHD Money Problem · 21 min · Season 1 Episode 78We explore how childhood experiences shape our adult relationship with money, especially for those with ADHD who receive an estimated 20,000 more negative messages than praise by…
- How Buy Now Pay Later Traps You, Explained · 18 min · Season 1 Episode 77Ever wondered why “pay in four” buttons feel irresistible? They’re designed to exploit ADHD brain wiring—leveraging executive function deficits, dopamine manipulation, working…
- I Lost Everything Despite Being a Financial Planner (My ADHD Money Story) · 32 min · Episode 76David DeWitt shares his personal journey from financial disaster to freedom, revealing how understanding the connection between ADHD, shame, and money behaviors transformed his…
- How I transformed my relationship with money (and how you can too) · 20 min · Season 1 Episode 75On this episode, I'm sharing a transformative system that has eliminated my impulse spending by using something called a "token economy" with gold stars that can be redeemed for…
- ADHD Money Talk is Back! Small 2025 Goals = Big Impact on Your Finances · 42 min · Season 1 Episode 74ADHD Money Talk is back! Dave is joined by a new (and possibly recurring?!) guest, Max Moclock. Max graduated from Penn State with a degree in Finance. After 10 years in…
- Mastering Career and Finances with ADHD: Insights and Strategies from Shell Mendelson · 53 min · Season 1 Episode 73Unlock the secrets to mastering your career and finances, especially if you have ADHD, with insights from our 35-year veteran ADHD career coach, Shell Mendelson. We kick off the…
- Balancing Financial Coaching with ADHD: Insights, Tools, and Personal Growth on the ADHD Money Talk Journey · 16 minDiscover the interplay between financial coaching and the unique challenges that come with ADHD as I bare all in a transparent reflection of ADHD Money Talk's journey. Step into…
- Community Question: How To Pay Less Taxes in 2024! · 8 min · Season 1 Episode 71Ever feel like Uncle Sam is reaching too deep into your pockets? We've got you covered! On today's lively episode, we're unraveling the complex world of taxes for our ADHD…
- Why You Feel Overwhelmed, Dumb, and Lost When Faced With Financial (Or Any) Decisions · 19 min · Season 1 Episode 70In this episode, we dive into the brain's role in financial decision-making, with a special focus on individuals with ADHD. We follow the story of Jordan, who grapples with…
- ADHDers Don't need to Go Broke Every Christmas: Try this Instead · 23 min · Season 1 Episode 69Ever wondered how to keep your holiday spending in check while living with ADHD? If so, this heart-to-heart conversation is for you. We're tackling the challenging dance of…
- The Black Friday ADHD Shopping Personas · 14 min · Season 1 Episode 68Subscribe to the new and improved newsletter! https://www.adhdmoneytalk.com/ Ready to tackle the chaos of Black Friday shopping with an ADHD twist? Buckle up as we navigate the…
- Start an LLC and Make your Hyperfocus your Business · 25 min · Season 1 Episode 67Does this sound familiar? Have you been told to simply focus harder or try harder to achieve financial success with your hobbies, only to feel frustrated and overwhelmed? It's…
- ADHD and the Art of Productive Procrastination: A Self-Reflective Journey · 18 min · Season 1 Episode 66In the world of productivity, there's a hidden trap that many fall into. It's a cycle that gives us a false sense of accomplishment, but leaves us feeling empty and unfulfilled…
- ADHD Does Not Cause Your Money Struggle (Hot Take) · 19 min · Season 1 Episode 65If you're feeling constantly overwhelmed and defeated by your financial situation, despite your best efforts to manage your money, then you are not alone! Many individuals with…
- Overcoming Perfectionism when Budgeting with ADHD · 11 min · Season 1 Episode 64Do you want to break free from the grip of perfectionism and finally take control of your finances? Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by the constant pursuit of…
- I am Self Employed with Variable Income. Help me Save and Invest · 21 min · Season 1 Episode 63Do you ever feel overwhelmed when managing your business and personal finances? Well, you're not the only one. This ADHD Money Talk episode is specifically designed to provide…
- How Working Memory Impacts Your Financial Habits · 25 min · Season 1 Episode 62Have you ever imagined what it would be like to have a personal assistant that transcribes your thoughts, keeping track of the tiniest tasks that your memory can't hold onto? As…
- Revolutionizing Note-Taking: Exploring Productivity Apps for ADHD · 30 min · Season 1 Episode 61Are you ready to revolutionize your note-taking system? Discover the power of productivity apps specifically tailored for those of us with ADHD. We're taking a deep look at how I…
- Surviving the Summer Splurge: Smart Budgeting Tips and Overcoming Financial Anxiety · 15 min · Season 1 Episode 60Are your summer expenses spiraling out of control? Have no fear, because in this episode, I share my struggles with balancing summer expenses and the unexpected surprises that…
- Exploring Monarch Money: The Ultimate Budgeting Tool · 27 min · Season 1 Episode 59In this episode, we dive into the features and benefits of Monarch Money, an incredible budgeting app that has gained popularity over the past three years. David shares his…
