The Hidden 20%

Holly Tucker has made small business’ her lifeblood as the founder of Europe’s biggest small business marketplace, Not On The High Street and Holly & Co.In this episode Ben chats to Holly about how she got the name "hurricane holly", the benefits of naivety in business and why dyslexic thinkers are incredible entrepreneurs.0:00 Introduction1:10 Business & Naivety7:27 Holly's Life Mission13:31 Shame Around Dyslexia17:57 Holly's Dyslexia Diagnosis22:24 Dyslexia Is Great For Business24:00 Holly's eCommerce Founder Journey31:12 Self Doubt As An Entrepreneur34:01 Trusting Your Instinct As A Founder39:19 Holly's Neurodivergent Item___________  On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently. Host: Ben BransonProducer: Bella NealeVideo Editor: James ScrivenSocial Media Manager: Charlie YoungMusic: Jackson GreenbergBrought to you by charity The Hidden 20% #1203348___________ Follow & subscribe… Website: www.hidden20.orgInstagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20podcastBen Branson @seedlip_benHolly Tucker @hollytuckerIf you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a "green light" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity.

In The Hidden 20% season finale, things get personal.Sam Branson, Ben's wife, takes a seat in the green chair for the first time, giving a new perspective on Ben's journey with autism and ADHD.With raw honesty, they delve into the impact of Ben's diagnosis on their marriage. Sam talks about handling Ben's shutdowns, going solo to events and challenges with communication.But they don't stop there—they also share how they overcame these challenges, emerging stronger than ever.WATCH the full episode at www.youtube.com/@hidden20podcast___________  On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently. Host: Ben BransonProducer: Bella NealeVideo Editor: Jame ScrivenSocial Media Manager: Charlie YoungMusic: Jackson GreenbergBrought to you by charity Prism ND #1203348___________ Follow & subscribe… Website: www.hidden20.orgInstagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20podcastBen Branson @seedlip_benSam Branson@manta_bransonIf you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a "green light" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity.

Leanne Maskell, a former Vogue model turned law graduate, author, mental health advocate, and founder of ADHD Works.In this chat with Ben, Leanne opens up about the "hidden parts" of ADHD, from financial impulsivity to medication shortages. They also delve into the importance of making noise and disrupting narratives in order to incite change.WATCH the full episode at www.youtube.com/@hidden20podcast___________  On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently. Host: Ben BransonProducer: Bella NealeVideo Editor: James ScrivenSocial Media Manager: Charlie YoungMusic: Jackson GreenbergBrought to you by charity Prism ND #1203348___________ Follow & subscribe… Website: www.hidden20.orgInstagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20podcastBen Branson @seedlip_benLeanne Maskell @leannemaskell@ADHDWorksIf you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a "green light" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity.

Jamie Lambert wears many hats—from winning Britain's Got Talent with Collabro to producing Olivier nominated west-end shows with Lambert Jackson Productions.In his chat with Ben, Jamie delves into running a business with Dyspraxia, the importance of self-forgiveness, and the impact of labels. He also bravely shares a recent shock diagnosis for the first time.WATCH the full episode at www.youtube.com/@hidden20podcast___________  On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently. Host: Ben BransonProducer: Bella NealeVideo Editor: James ScrivenSocial Media Manager: Charlie YoungMusic: Jackson GreenbergBrought to you by charity Prism ND #1203348___________ Follow & subscribe… Website: www.hidden20.orgInstagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20podcastBen Branson @seedlip_benJamie Lambert @itsjamielambertLambert Jackson Productions @lambertjacksonproductionsIf you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a "green light" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity.

To celebrate Autism Awareness Week, Ben chats with Renata Fialho, the Clinical Psychologist & Researcher who diagnosed him with Autism & ADHD.They delve into the private diagnosis process, the inner workings on the NHS and why ND women are frequently misdiagnosed with depression.Renata also bravely shares how she tragicly lost a neurodivergent patient in crisis, delving into the emotional impact and the need for mental health support.WATCH the full episode at www.youtube.com/@hidden20podcast___________  On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently. Host: Ben BransonProducer: Bella NealeVideo Editor: Chris HydeSocial Media Manager: Charlie YoungMusic: Jackson GreenbergBrought to you by charity Prism ND #1203348___________ Follow & subscribe… Website: www.hidden20.orgInstagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20podcastBen Branson @seedlip_ben@DrRenataFialho (LinkedIn)If you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a "green light" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity.

Kate Griggs, the renowned author, TED X Speaker, and CEO of 'Made by Dyslexia' coined "dyslexic thinking," a term which is now recognised by dictionary.com and LinkedIn.Her influence spans major corporations like Virgin, Microsoft, and Ernst & Young, where dyslexic thinking is now valued as indispensable skill.In this chat with Ben, Kate explores how to support dyslexic learners, why 35% of company founders are dyslexic and the power of big-picture thinking. They also uncover the fascinating story behind her creation of the "Dyslexic Sperm Bank".WATCH the full episode at www.youtube.com/@hidden20podcast___________  On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently. Host: Ben BransonProducer: Bella NealeVideo Editor: Chris HydeSocial Media Manager: Charlie YoungMusic: Jackson GreenbergBrought to you by charity Prism ND #1203348___________ Follow & subscribe… Website: www.hidden20.orgInstagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20podcastBen Branson @seedlip_benKate Griggs @kate_griggsIf you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a "green light" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity.

To celebrate Neurodiversity Celebration Week we are excited to welcome two HUGE guests to THE HIDDEN 20%.Introducing the 'slash-slasher' - Footballer, Songwriter, Artist, Television Presenter and Pokemon Enthusiast - Chelcee Grimes. Chelcee is an ADHD megastar who pens hits for Dua Lipa by day, presents for the BBC by day and also holds up the midfield by day. By night, she's curled up in pyjamas looking at her Charizard shiny and refusing to go to networking events - because let's face it, if you had 3+ jobs & a neurodivergent brain you'd do the same too.ADHD Foundation's Dr Tony Lloyd is a megalith in neurodiversity having held the position of CEO in the ADHD Foundation since 2011. The ADHD Foundation is the UK's leading neurodiversity charity, offering a strength-based, lifespan service for the 1 in 5 of us who live with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, DCD, Dyscalculia, OCD, Tourette's Syndrome and more. Dr. Lloyd is a seasoned Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist, with substantial expertise in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services and educational environments.Dr Tony Lloyd diagnosed Chelcee Grimes with ADHD himself - their relationship is truly special and we were honoured to have them appear together on THE HIDDEN 20%.WATCH the full episode at www.youtube.com/@hidden20podcast___________  On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently. Host: Ben BransonProducer: Bella NealeVideo Editor: Chris HydeSocial Media Manager: Charlie YoungMusic: Jackson GreenbergBrought to you by charity Prism ND #1203348___________ Follow & subscribe… Website: www.hidden20.orgInstagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20podcastBen Branson @seedlip_benIf you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a "green light" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity.

Marcia Brissett-Bailey, acclaimed author of "Black, Brilliant, and Dyslexic," is an award-winning speaker and advocate, recognised as the ‘Top 50 Influential Neurodivergent Women’. In this chat with Ben, she discusses her experiences with selective mutism, educational challenges, and life at the intersection of race and neurodivergence.WATCH the full episode at www.youtube.com/@hidden20podcast___________  On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently. Host: Ben BransonProducer: Bella NealeVideo Editor: James ScrivenSocial Media Manager: Charlie YoungMusic: Jackson GreenbergBrought to you by charity Prism ND #1203348___________ Follow & subscribe… Website: www.hidden20.orgInstagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20podcastBen Branson @seedlip_benMarcia Brisset-Bailey @theblackdyslexicIf you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a "green light" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity.