the ADHD Queens: Read the World
A podcast where a trio of queer friends with ADHD read and discuss books set in countries around the world, all while living in Nebraska. The hosts humorously describe themselves as people-pleasing weirdos who started the show to stay connected, since they struggle with object permanence. Each episode blends literary discussion with personal anecdotes and playful tangents, celebrating their love of reading and friendship.
Episodes
35. How to Say Babylon: she's a poet
This month we visited Jamaica. We didn’t need to escape to an island to experience the heat this month, but the ocean would have been nice. regardless, it’s all in our heads. the heat…is not.no more small talk about the weather.This month we learned a great deal about a religion that we had very little experience in. Safiya Sinclair’s memoir dives into her life experience with a strict Rastafarian
34. The True True Story of Raja the Gullible: f*ck your mother!
We loved this story. We loved Raja and we loved his mother. We visited Lebanon to get acquainted with them and, boy, did we learn a whole lot.10/10 a fun time.but also a serious time. if you read it you’d see exactly what we mean. This one fits in our vibe. Think of A Man Called Ove and The Emperor of Gladness. (Jaimie and I have definitely read more like this, most likely.)Also shout out to Lydia
33. The Bad-Ass Librarians of Timbuktu: yall are coming in here being crazy.
Sorry we're late today~ but it's still Tuesday. So that's a win for us. We definitely got lost in geography at the beginning of the episode and then proceeded to explain how we know about Timbuktu and Mali. Very different stories for both of us.Either way we eventually got to the book. Different levels of satisfaction, but you can tell there was still a great appreciation for the content shared wi
32. How Beautiful We Were: i don't think i can say anymore sad things.
This book was real. so very real. Like might cause you to have an existential crisis type real. What can we say? This is the type of story we tend to draw the most empathy and knowledge from. Therefore, this is the type of story we are drawn towards.The struggles survived by this village are numerous by the end of the telling. If we didn’t know this type of survival to be real, we would doubt it’s
31. the Emperor of Gladness: at one point he says something, something, something, emperor
Emperor of Gladness reveals itself to be way different than initially expected, regardless it ends up being quite an interesting read.Come with us to visit East Gladness, CT and hang out with our special guest and friend, Marry Tran. Our goal is not to visit the USofA typically, but we are wanting to understand the perspective of those who experience life differently than us. Who best to explore t
30. the Last Gate of the Emperor: Everyone else in the room is like, oh my God, why are you not putting this together?
Ethiopia is the next stop on our journey. This month we take a moment to breathe and listen to a less demanding read. I know, I know, this is not our norm, but sometimes that is necessary. honestly, we should do this more often.All of that being said, we jump into a sci-fi with ancient space wars, augmented tournaments, secret princes and robot lions. I hope you were able to enjoy this story as we
29. the Queue: this is where we all lie morally
To Egypt we went, knowing we were exploring content that we were already familiar with. However, the story shared by Basma Abdel Aziz took us much closer to home than any of us would have originally thought. We had to come to terms with how easily the normalization of extremism can create a reality that was once unfathomable.Do not be fooled by this mere 6 hour audiobook. Much like other shorter n
28. If You Could Be Mine: i can't even cope with my regular cisgendered body
this month Jaimie and Tiah review a book that touches on an already complex topic with new understandings that reveal even more complexity. genuinely, could it get any more…complex? alas, this is how life is. this book was one that reminded us exactly why we choose to read books from different countries. the perspective and experience reflected in Sara Farizan’s book is one we could have never kno
27. The Farming of Bones: that's a shibboleth
alrighty, so a shibboleth. [defined in this episode, but in case you’re feeling anxious and don’t wish to search it up]as defined by Merriam-Webster:1 a: a word or saying used by adherents of a party, sect, or belief and usually regarded by others as empty of real meaningb: a widely held beliefc: truism, platitude2 a: a use of language regarded as distinctive of a particular groupb: a custom or us
26. Tender is the Flesh: surprise pikachu
wellllllll, we feel pretty confident that we won't be able to beat this book in regard to tough reads. for once, we can agree with the general internet, this book is not for everyone. was it tough to get through? yes. was it bad? absolutley not. content was challenging, but thought provoking. and extremely well handled. maybe a little too close to reality, but what dystopian literature isn't? ~as
25. The Bookshop on the Corner: there is NO CORNER!
so this may be the most intense conversation over the chillest book we’ve ever read. it might be easier to have opinions when the stakes are so much lower.did we learn something? i don’t know. however, we might move to Scotland now. so there was definitely value in this book in our opinion. Thanks Jenny Colgan!~as always spoilers!——this being the end of year number two, we are starting a second se
24. Above Us the Milky Way: dark terrible vibes, but vibes
with our friend sanaa, we adventure through the alphabet and Afghanistan. And even with the challenges faced by Ryan and Tiah, we reflect on much, just as Fowzia Karimi does in her storytelling.as always, spoilers!——Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueensfacebook.com/theadhdqueenstheadhdqueens.bsky.socialor our website:theadhdqs.gayMusic thanks to:***VLOG by Alex-Productio
23. Bitter Orange Tree: if you want to have the thinky thoughts
to oman we went and confused we became. Jokha Alharti has a beautiful writing style and Bitter Orange Tree could be a great piece of literature to study. That being said our little adhd brains could not entirely commit ourselves to the story through our standard audiobook format. We did our best. However, with our thoughts being encouraged to float and reflect, we definitely drifted off.as always,
22. the Shadow of the Wind: 20:30:05
so pride month is a busy time and this year proved no different, buuuuut we still made time to travel with Carlos Ruiz Zafon to 1936 Spain in the throws of the Spanish Civil War.we were not prepared~ be sure to check out the time stamp that's being used as the title right now. (it would be such a long title if we used the direct quote instead) as always, spoilers!——Find us on our social media:inst
21. the Volcano Daughters: also Maria is gay
we made it through May and ryan has returned. we traveled to el salvador for another historical fiction piece. we are learning quickly how little we know. Gina Maria Balibrera takes us on a journey of two sisters narrated by the friends who were there when alive and dead. although physically separated, they were never far.as always, spoilers!——Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueens
20. When the Ground is Hard: of course you’re friends, you little d*****s
Malla Nunn introduces us to two young women who are learning about the lies and truths of the world and how they apply to them. Taking place in Eswatini back when it was known as Swaziland, the colorism, racism and classism are rampant and truly impact every move they make. Adele has far more to learn than Lottie, but Lottie is patient as their friendship grows. Join us as we discuss the details!a
19. the Final Strife: thank god it didn’t go that route
Feels like it has been forever! We have had the pleasure to visit a High Fantasy* exploration of an empire through the lense of the struggles of it's citizens. With Ghanan influence, we were able to view cultural aspects that we wouldn't see in other fantasy novels. as always, spoilers!*high fantasy as defined by us, obviously——Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueensfacebook.com/the
18. the Ghost Bride: a lovely little Miyazaki protagonist
Number 18! We enter the spirit realm in Yangsze Choo's the Ghost Bride and honestly, we get a beautifully built world. Much lighter than many of our recent picks and you don't have to worry about reading this with the lights on! it's less scary and definitely more enticing.And of course, spoilers~——Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueensfacebook.com/theadhdqueensor our website:thead
17. Belonging & Oksi: a heavy sigh & a pretty rainbow bear
Here we are in the new year with episode 17 and not one, but two graphic novels. Yes, two. Together we are amazed by two very different art styles and very different explorations of one's culture. Our visit to Germany and Finland left us reflecting on the current state of the world, but knowing that there is ways to explore difficult topics is comforting.And of course, spoilers~——Find us on our so
16. The Unbearable Lightness of Being: Zendaya is Nietzsche!
Welcome to episode 16, where we struggle the most we have ever struggled with a book. (At least on this podcast.) And this one probably has the most explicit language we've ever used. We don’t know what that tells you about the book, but Milan Kundera really took the three of us through the wringer.Of course, spoilers~——Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueenstiktok.com/theadhdqsface
15. She Would Be King: so Love Actually, but far more tragic
Welcome to episode 15, where we take a historical ride across the Atlantic and learn about a country that we were not taught about but definitely should’ve been taught about. Wayetu Moore educates us about Liberia and its direct link to the US, while interweaving superhuman abilities, ancestry and the complexities of identity. [important note: this is definitely not a romcom, we just make weird b
Disorderly Detours: The Second One
Welcome to minisode segundo! In this one we talk for even less time! I'm super proud of us! *applause*This detour may be unexpected this month seeing as we missed last month, but if you listen to our regular show you know we missed that one too! So we, Tiah & Jaimie, are back this week! Giving November some extra special love.Of course, we can't leave Ryan out, so listen for his recommendation
14. Taaqtumi: And then everyone dies.
Finally! Episode 14! Thank you Neil Christopher for gathering all of these wonderfully fun, spooky tales. Nine stories are brought together in a short collection of indigenous works all from the north arctic ready to creepy you out! “Iqsinaqtutalik Piqtuq: The Haunted Blizzard” by Aviaq Johnston“The Door” by Ann R. Loverock “Wheetago War II: Summoners” by Richard Van Camp“Lounge” written by Sean Q
13. Like Water for Chocolate: They be fckn
Welcome to episode 13 and what a ride this book was! Laura Esquivel takes us through 12 recipes and shows us how influential they can be. Be cautious though because this story is hot and a bit chaotic. Like us!Of course, spoilers~——Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueenstiktok.com/theadhdqsfacebook.com/theadhdqueensor our website:theadhdqs.gayMusic thanks to:VLOG by Alex-Productions
Disorderly Detours: the First one
Welcome~ This is our first minisode! Here we talk for much less time and about multiple recommendations because we can't just pick one!So we are taking a quick detour each month to share more books that we read in between our monthly map read. You will hear mostly from Tiah and Jaimie. However we can't leave Ryan out! So he will recommend whatever his heart desires! (he reads a little less than us
the minisodes have a title now?
is book recommending our profession? no. do we read a lot? probably more than what is healthy. regardless, Jaimie and I (Tiah) provide a little more information for those listening. Tune in for what you might expect from the series and the title!Our first release should be Thursday, Sept 12! Should be. Wish us luck! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers
12. A Grain of Wheat: ”Winning Was Easy, Young Man, Governing’s Harder”
——Welcome to episode 12, we tend to select some complex story telling authors. This one is no different. I know, shocking. We do our best to get you the main plot, but this does not express how astounding this author’s abilities are. As always, spoilers~Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueenstiktok.com/theadhdqsfacebook.com/theadhdqueensor our website:theadhdqs.gayMusic thanks to:VL
mini series, what?
So we’re adding a mini series? Or minisodes? We may have recorded the wrong technical term, but we’re looking to add a set of in between shorter episodes to incorporate some of our other reads!We also clearly need to spend more time together. - keep an ear out for September! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit th
11. Maria: He Never Got to Kiss Her!!!!
Here we are at episode 11! Reading our oldest book to date, Maria by Jorge Issacs, we visit Colombia along with Tiah's partner Victor who is from said beautiful country. We will be reviewing the eloquently loquacious story and as always expect spoilers!!——Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueenstiktok.com/theadhdqsfacebook.com/theadhdqueensor our website:theadhdqs.gayMusic thanks to:
10. Why I Killed My Best Friend: 70s, 80s, 90s and Today
Welcome to episode 10! We jump through the lifetime of two best friends? Rivals? What does any of this have to do with the Albanian man? Listen to find out!Of course, spoilers~——Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueenstiktok.com/theadhdqsfacebook.com/theadhdqueensor our website:theadhdqs.gayMusic thanks to:VLOG by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/Music promoted by https://www.f
09. Cobalt Blue: This Guy Seems Mid
Welcome to episode number 9, where we discuss mid guys and gay romance through the lens of grief? Sachin Kundalkar tells the story of two siblings and their experiences with loving and losing the same stranger. and, of course, spoilers~----Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueenstiktok.com/theadhdqsfacebook.com/theadhdqueensor our website:theadhdqs.gayMusic thanks to:VLOG by Alex-Pro
08. A Man Called Ove: Saabing Into the Mic
Episode 8 really captures our essence as adhd-ers and as very emotional beings. Fredrik Backman grabs us by our hearts and pulls us through a very lovely, complex, tragic and love filled story.If you read this already you know what we're experiencing. But if you did not read the book, remember spoilers!!Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueenstiktok.com/theadhdqsfacebook.com/theadhdq
07. Before the Coffee Gets Cold: Coffee Is Bitter, Is That The Point?
In this episode, we probably struggle the most with remembering names than ever before. ( Forgive us we were all very sleepy. ) We visit Japan with Toshikazu Kawaguchi as he takes us through 4 bittersweet vignettes. Come learn the rules for the time travel cafe. And as always, spoilers!This one was adapted into a film! Find out more with the link:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8315128/Find us on our
06. Unmarriageable: It’s Like She’s Super Proud and then Kind of Prejudice
Our longest episode to date takes us through a Pride & Prejudice retelling in Pakistan. With the stamp of approval from the Jane Austen number 1 fan (Jaimie), Sonia Kamal provides a wonderful take on a classic. Expect spoilers for two books in this one! Have you heard about Sonia Kamal? Check out her social media @soniahkamal and hear her speak about the book in the links below.https://youtu.
05. People of the Book: Um, That Sounds Relevant
The story of the People of the Book is a historical fiction based in more fact than you might originally think. We visit Bosnia in this story along with some time jumps around Europe exploring the history of the Sarajevo Haggadah. We hope you can learn something new and be encouraged to continue learning. Geraldine Brookshttps://geraldinebrooks.com/geraldine-brooks/An award winning international j
04. The Bear and the Nightingale: Come In, It Is Cold.
This episode may contain a bit more chaos than our usual. This stressful season we still managed to get through this rich and complicated story by Katherine Arden. Episode 4 explores Russia's wilderness and a folk tale that might have more truth to it than desired. As always spoilers!Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueenstiktok.com/theadhdqsfacebook.com/theadhdqueensor our website:
03. Here the Whole Time: You Wanna Play Mermaids?
Welcome to episode 3! We are gushing over this queer love story by Vitor Martins. Join us as we discuss Here the Whole Time, a quick read full of wonderful outcomes that leave you feeling pleased and probably a little gayer. Expect Squeals and as always Spoilers!Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueenstiktok.com/theadhdqsfacebook.com/theadhdqueensor our website: theadhdqs.gayMusic th
02. The Things She’s Seen: Oh, She Was Just Dead
Welcome to episode 2! We, three, discuss a YA novel called The Things She's Seen by Ambelin & Ezekiel Kwaymullina. The story tackles grief, family, and some mysterious deaths. Unexpectedly, this is a heavy read considering it's such a small book. Expect Spoilers!Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueenstiktok.com/theadhdqsfacebook.com/theadhdqueensor our website: theadhdqs.gayMusi
01. Pachinko: F*cking Pachinko
Welcome to our first official episode! The three of us take on the daunting book Pachinko by Min Jin Lee, along with our first guest, Sunny Han, a wonderful friend and Korean adoptee. We discuss the heaviness of the overarching concepts brought up within this generationally chaotic family history. Expect spoilers! Send us a message if you have any additional considerations that we don’t discuss! W
The ADHD Queens Introduction
Get to know us a little as the three of us officially introduce ourselves to the podcasting world. Hear how we came to be and learn what we are trying to do with the ADHD Queens: Read the World.Find us on our social media:instagam.com/theadhdqueenstiktok.com/theadhdqsfacebook.com/theadhdqueensor our website:theadhdqs.gayMusic thanks to:VLOG by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/Music promoted b
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