TV Director Reveals Late Autism Diagnosis & New Neurodiversity TV Show ‘Playtime’
NOV 12, 202562 MIN
TV Director Reveals Late Autism Diagnosis & New Neurodiversity TV Show ‘Playtime’
NOV 12, 202562 MIN
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<p>In this episode, writer and director Céin McGillicuddy joins Ben to talk about his late autism diagnosis and ‘<em>Play Time’ - </em>ITV’s joyful new series celebrating neurodiversity in children and adults.</p><br><p>Céin reflects on growing up with parents so supportive that his autism went unnoticed for decades, the shock of discovering a 17-year NHS waitlist, and how finally understanding his brain reshaped his life and creativity.</p><br><p>From ‘<em>Horrible Histories’</em> and ‘<em>The Assembly’</em> to ‘<em>Play Time’</em>, he shares an honest look at hyperfocus, burnout, and what it really means to tell neurodivergent stories - both through the camera and behind it.</p><br><p>Plus, Ben and Céin react to an exclusive clip from <em>‘Play Time’, </em>and discuss why TV shows like these are changing how we see neurodivergence on screen.</p><br><p><strong>CW: This episode includes discussion of mental health and suicide.</strong></p><br><p><strong>Join us at </strong><a href="http://hidden20.org/donate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hidden20.org/donate</a>.</p><br><p><strong>Where To Watch Playtime:</strong></p><br><p><strong>YouTube</strong> - <a href="https://tinyurl.com/ITVPlayTime" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/ITVPlayTime</a></p><p><strong>ITVX</strong> - <a href="https://tinyurl.com/ITVXPlayTime" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/ITVXPlayTime</a></p><p>_________</p><br><p>Host: Ben Branson</p><p>Production Manager: Phoebe De Leiburné</p><p>Video Editor: James Scriven</p><p>Social Media Manager: Charlie Young</p><p>Music: Jackson Greenberg</p><p>Head of Marketing: Kristen Fuller</p><br><p><br></p><p>The Hidden 20% is a charity founded by ADHD & autistic entrepreneur Ben Branson.</p><br><p>Our mission is simple: To change how the world sees neurodivergence.</p><p>No more stigma. No more shame. No more silence.</p><br><p>1 in 5 people are neurodivergent. That’s 1.6 billion of us - yet too many are still excluded, misunderstood, or left without support.</p><br><p>To break the cycle, we amplify voices, challenge myths, and keep showing up. Spotlighting stories, stats and hard truths. Smashing stereotypes through honest voices, creative campaigns and research that can’t be ignored.Every month, over 50,000 people turn to The Hidden 20% to feel safe, seen and to learn about brilliant brains.</p><br><p>With your support, we can reach further, grow louder, and keep fighting for the 1 in 5 who deserve more.</p><br><p>Join us at <a href="http://hidden20.org/donate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hidden20.org/donate</a>.</p><br><p>Become a monthly donor.</p><p>Be part of our community where great minds think differently.</p><br><p><br></p><p>Brought to you by charity The Hidden 20% #1203348</p><p>______________</p><br><p>Follow & subscribe…</p><br><p>Website: www.hidden20.org</p><p>Instagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20charity</p><p>Ben Branson @seedlip_ben</p><p>Céin McGillicuddy @ceinmcg</p><br><p><br></p><p>If you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a "green dot" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
