In this episode of The Brink Podcast, we sit down with one of New Zealand's finest content creators, Leighton Clarke – better known as UNCLE TICS!

Leighton rose to TikTok and Instagram fame, known for his unfiltered and hilarious take on life with Tourette's syndrome.

tiktok.com/@uncletics

instagram.com/uncletics/

With literally millions of followers, Leighton uses humor to spread awareness about Tourette's and dismantle the stigma surrounding the condition, all while giving people a reason to laugh.

Matthew Ridge and David Ring dive into Leighton's rise to fame, the challenges he faces and how he turned his tics into comedy gold.

Expect raw stories, side-splitting moments and more insights as we discuss everything from his viral moments to how he manages his condition in public.

Learn more about Tourette’s Syndrome:

tourettes.org.nz

Yours truly,

Ringo & Ridgey

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Keywords: NZ, podcast, content creator, influencer, kiwi, mental health, awareness, tourettes, tics, syndrome, comedy, rugby, ADHD, rugbyleague, living with Tourette’s, TikTok viral, overcoming adversity

In this heartfelt and revealing episode, Matthew Ridge’s eldest son, Boston, opens up about the challenges and rewards of growing up. They hammer out the meaning of the modern family and how a broken family doesn't have to end with broken people. Joined by hosts David Ring and Matthew Ridge, Boston shares his unique experiences, from dealing with biases at school to forging his own identity. With raw honesty and moments of humour, they dive into family dynamics, the ups and downs, and how they’ve all grown together over the years. This episode is a powerful exploration of family, resilience and the complexities of life in the public eye.

In this insightful and energetic episode of The Brink, hosts Matthew Ridge and David Ring are joined by Jock Matthews from Rojolie Clinic in Auckland (New Zealand) to dive deep into the world of ADHD.

Check out rojolie.co.nz for more info.

Is ADHD a syndrome holding people back or a superpower waiting to be unleashed?

The trio breaks down the myths, shares personal stories and explores how ADHD impacts relationships, careers and everyday life.

Whether you're navigating ADHD yourself or want to understand its nuances, this episode is packed with humour, raw honesty and expert insights from Jock Matthews.

Tune in for a fresh perspective on how ADHD might just be your greatest strength!

Keywords: ADHD, neurodiversity, mental health, superpower, syndrome, personal stories, relationships, career, Rojolie Clinic, Matthew Ridge, David Ring, Jock Matthews, all blacks, mental health