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Mad About... with Maddy Alexander-Grout

Maddy Alexander-Grout

Welcome to Mad About… the podcast for the bold, brilliant, and beautifully unconventional.Each week, Maddy Alexander-Grout, The Alternative Business Coach shares raw real life money stories and messy business lessons, this podcast isn’t designed for the people who’ve never felt like they belonged in the business world. It’s for the people who have been told they are “too much,” “too different,” or “not business-minded enough,”Maddy helps AWESOME humans to get Mad About Money Mad About Money in a way

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28:44

The Messy Middle of Grief, PMDD, and Keeping It All...

Mad About... with Maddy Alexander-Grout ·

2025/09/29

This episode was hard to record - but also deeply needed. I'm in the thick of it right now. My dad passed away suddenly, and I've been trying to navigate the heartbreak, PMDD, business, burnout, and the wild mess that is life with ADHD. And today, I'm sharing what it's really like to grieve with a neurodivergent brain. I talk about the guilt, the impulsive spending urges, the dark thoughts, the small victories (like showering!), and the strange comfort of laughing in the middle of it a...

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9:34

You Think Your Competitor Is Copying You? Let’s Talk...

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2025/09/22

Have you ever felt THREATENED by people in your niche? Have you avoided looking at what others are doing... or feared you'll be seen as a copy cat? In this solo episode of Mad About Business, I open up about how I used to feel paralysed seeing someone in my industry “doing better” than me... and why that feeling comes from scarcity, not strategy. We dive into why avoiding your competitors doesn’t protect you, it actually keeps you small. From working with fellow ADHD advocates to invi...

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46:58

The Real Costs of the Weight-Loss Industry with Naomi...

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2025/09/15

In this in-person episode of Mad About, I sat down with one of the most influential people in my personal transformation – Naomi Holbrook, The Unconventional Weight Loss Coach who’s completely changed how I see food, my body, and my ADHD. We talk food noise, emotional eating, PMDD, and how my impulsivity used to show up in the Lidl middle aisle (yep, I’ve brought home a sofa). If you’ve ever been stuck in shame spirals around food, tried every diet under the sun (Slimming World, I’m loo...

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42:44

Raising 6 Kids Taught Me How To Stay Present and Sane...

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2025/08/18

In this episode of Mad About Podcast, Maddy Alexander-Grout talks to Logan Blackburn-Issitt, a trans dad of six and creator of Dad’s Business. Logan shares his powerful story of leaving a 70-hour job, embracing home education, and building a life that prioritises presence over paychecks. They discuss: Why Logan quit a high-paying job for more family timeThe pressure dads face to “provide and stay silent”The reality of home educating neurodivergent kidsGrowing up trans and knowing at ag...

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7:42

3 Ways to Get More Clients (That Actually Work) | Ep...

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2025/07/28

In this episode of Mad About Business, I’m answering a hot question from one of my Invisible to Influential members: “How do I actually get more clients?” Whether you’re posting every day and hearing crickets or hiding in the background of your memberships hoping someone notices you... this episode will help you cut through the noise and get seen for what you’re great at. I’m diving into how I’ve built a presence that has people saying, “You’re literally everywhere,” and the exact ways ...

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40:52

MONEY: What It’s Really Like To Get Made Redundant...

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2025/06/23

In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Paul Culshaw - a marketing expert who’s not just been in the game for 25 years, but has actually lived the ups and downs of navigating money, marketing, and mindset as a business owner. We talk about everything from being made redundant five times (yep, five!) to learning how to actually charge what your work is worth - even when you’re someone who just loves helping people. If you’ve ever lowballed your prices, procrastinated on putting your...

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51:28

The Real Reason You Keep Overspending - The ADHD Tax...

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2025/06/02

If you’ve ever looked at your bank balance and thought “What the actual f*ck just happened?” - this episode’s for you. This week I sat down with ADHD coach Ben Cook to unpack why so many neurodivergent people feel “shit with money” - and what’s actually underneath that shame spiral. From people-pleasing purchases to impulse spending as emotional regulation, we get into the real stories behind the ADHD tax (and no, it’s not just water bottles and Roblox). We also chat about: The identit...

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47:08

How I Went From Hating Money to Helping Others Find...

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2025/05/26

This episode is so much more than a money chat. I sat down with the incredible Washington Ali - coach, speaker, stage host, all-round legend - to talk about how he went from hating money to helping people find peace and profit in their lives and businesses. We got deep. Like, spicy brain, trauma healing, “what even is money” kind of deep. Washington shares the messy, powerful journey from dropping out of college and burning out, to stepping into purpose, creating inclusive spaces, and showing...

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49:29

The Hidden Cost of Undercharging When You Care Too...

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2025/05/19

What if your desire to do good is the very thing keeping you broke? In this episode of Mad About Money, Maddy sits down with the brilliant, rebellious, multi-hyphenate Jenn - a performing artist, activist, and creator of the International Day of Consent - to unpack the quiet, emotional toll of undercharging when you’re purpose-led and values-first. Together, they dive deep into: Why so many ethical, neurodivergent, and heart-led humans feel guilty about making moneyThe connection between capi...

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14:45

Why I’m Ditching Social Media & Building a Brave...

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2025/05/12

In this solo episode, I’m getting honest about something that’s been building for a while: why I’m ditching social media and creating a brave new space instead. This isn’t about beating the algorithm or boosting engagement. It’s about burnout. It’s about safety. And it’s about choosing a better way to build community (especially for people who are so often pushed out of online spaces) I share: What it really felt like to launch Mad About Money as a neurodivergent autho...

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39:41

"I Used My IVF Journey to Build a Thriving Business &...

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2025/04/28

In this episode of Mad About Money, I sit down with transformational coach Alice Rose to talk about her journey through fertility challenges, and how she turned that experience into a successful coaching business. Alice opens up about the financial impact of IVF, the emotional toll it takes, and why mental health support is so important during that time. We dive into the realities of fertility treatments, the hidden costs, and the pressure that often falls on women to manage it all. Ali...

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45:21

A Psychic’s Guide to Breaking Through Money Blocks...

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2025/04/21

In this episode of Mad About Money, I chat with psychic business strategist Vicki Chisholm about the power of alignment in both business and personal growth. Vicki opens up about how her relationship with money has mirrored her experiences with love and self-worth,a nd how overcoming financial trauma helped her step into abundance. We break down her ADAPT Breakthrough Strategy, a must-know framework for making confident decisions (especially if you struggle with ADHD or decision paralys...

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55:09

Nadia Essex: What It’s Really Like to Be Famous,...

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2025/04/14

In this episode of Mad About Money, I sat down with Nadia Essex, who you might know from the telly, but trust me, she’s so much more than her public persona. This is the kind of conversation that covers everything: 💥 Mental health 💥 Motherhood 💥 ADHD 💥 Legal battles 💥 Entrepreneurship 💥 The pressure of fame 💥 And learning how to rebuild when everything feels like it’s falling apart! Nadia shares how she went from being a household name to hitting rock bottom, with bailiffs at the

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46:57

Companies Are LOSING Money by Ignoring...

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2025/03/31

In this episode of Mad About Money, I sit down with Tania Gerard, a Neurodiversity Trainer and Accessible Marketing Strategist, to dive into the realities of neurodiversity in the workplace. We’re talking about why companies that fail to support neurodivergent employees are leaving serious money on the table, and what they should be doing instead. I also open up about my own experiences with job hopping, feeling unsupported at work, and how ADHD has shaped my relationship with money.&n...

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44:54

"I Was Diagnosed with ADHD in My 40s" with Wellbeing...

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2025/03/24

In this episode of Mad About Money, I sit down with Dr. Zoe Watson, a GP and women's wellbeing coach, to talk all things ADHD, neurodivergence, and the chaos of managing life, money, and self-care when your brain just works differently. Zoe was diagnosed with ADHD in her 40s, and let me tell you - she does not hold back in this conversation! We talk about the struggles of decision-making (why is it so hard?!), the privilege that comes with "just eating healthy," and the reality of navigating...

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00:43:53

The Course That Changed My Business (& How It Can...

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2025/03/03

Can one course really transform your business?In this episode of Mad About Money, I sit down with the incredible Lisa Johnson (again!) to talk about the game-changing impact of learning, mindset shifts, and building a business that works for you.Lisa and I dive into:✅ How One to Many helped me pivot and scale my business successfully✅ Why mindset & visibility are non-negotiables for business growth✅ How neurodivergent entrepreneurs can build sustainable income streams✅ The truth about monetising

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00:35:44

How Your Childhood Experiences Can Affect Your Money...

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2025/02/24

On this week's episode, Michelle Norton-Hughes, co-founder of FLY MAMA and women's health physiotherapist, shares her money story and her journey in supporting women's pelvic health. She discusses the challenges of balancing work and motherhood, the impact of her parents' divorce on her relationship with money, and her desire to create a secure and fulfilling future for her daughter. Michelle also talks about the birth trauma she experienced and how it inspired her to create FLY

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00:13:28

From Getting Out of 40k of Debt (TWICE!) to Making...

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2025/02/17

Here's a bonus episode, sharing my personal journey from being in significant debt (of £40,000!!! - TWICE) to achieving financial success in my business.There have been challenges along the way, including my struggles with spending addiction and the impact of my ADHD too.But through online visibility and community, I've built a successful business, by creating recurring revenue streams, and monetising your passion (which I encourage you to do too!)Plus I'll be sharing resources for those

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00:46:08

Getting More Support for Your Disability with PIP...

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2025/02/10

In this episode, I'm talking to PIP Expert, Liz Jones. She shares her personal experiences with mental health, the challenges of applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP), and the role of social media, particularly TikTok, in providing support and community for those with disabilities - especially as Liz is one of the other people who has been dubbed a "sickfluencer", and is only trying to help people with disabilities get access to support they're entitled to! Together, we discuss the

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00:40:24

The Disability Champions Talk Access to Work for ADHD...

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2025/01/27

In case you missed it, both Amanda Perry and I were named "sickfluencers" by the Mail Online, after we shared our experiences with the Access to Work grants available to those who are disabled, including those with ADHD. I was devastated to see my work being slated by the Daily Mail and The Telegraph... But after my initial big ugly cry, I put on my big girl pants and did what I do best - got visible! So on today's epsiode, I'm joined by ADHD Business Coach, Mentor and

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