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TV Director Reveals Late Autism Diagnosis & New Neurodiversity TV Show ‘Playtime’

TV Director Reveals Late Autism Diagnosis & New Neurodiversity TV Show ‘Playtime’

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TV Director Reveals Late Autism Diagnosis & New ND TV Show ‘Playtime’

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In this episode, writer and director Céin McGillicuddy joins Ben
to talk about his late autism diagnosis and ‘Play Time’ - ITV’s
joyful new series celebrating neurodiversity in children and
adults.

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.

From ‘Horrible Histories’ and ‘The Assembly’ to ‘Play Time’, he
shares an honest look at hyperfocus, burnout, and what it really
means to tell neurodivergent stories - both through the camera
and behind it.

Plus, Ben and Céin react to an exclusive clip from ‘Play Time’,
and discuss why TV shows like these are changing how we see
neurodivergence on screen.

CW: This episode includes discussion of mental
health and suicide.

Join us at hidden20.org/donate.

Where To Watch Playtime:

YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/ITVPlayTime

ITVX - https://tinyurl.com/ITVXPlayTime

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Host: Ben Branson

Production Manager: Phoebe De Leiburné

Video Editor: James Scriven

Social Media Manager: Charlie Young

Music: Jackson Greenberg

Head of Marketing: Kristen Fuller

The Hidden 20% is a charity founded by ADHD & autistic
entrepreneur Ben Branson.

Our mission is simple: To change how the world sees
neurodivergence.

No more stigma. No more shame. No more silence.

1 in 5 people are neurodivergent. That’s 1.6 billion of us - yet
too many are still excluded, misunderstood, or left without
support.

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.

With your support, we can reach further, grow louder, and keep
fighting for the 1 in 5 who deserve more.

Join us at hidden20.org/donate.

Become a monthly donor.

Be part of our community where great minds think differently.

Brought to you by charity The Hidden 20% #1203348

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