Season 6 kicks off with us diving into how Spoonies can still have fun—with limited energy, brain fog, pain, and all the planning that comes with chronic illness. From gentle gaming and binge-worthy TV to spa days, board games, and realistic days out, we share what fun looks like now, how we pace, and how we make joy a priority without burning out.

Release Date: 23 October 2025

It’s spooky season at 3Spoonies! We dive into all things Halloween: horror movies vs. horror games, jump scares vs. psychological chills, practical effects vs. CGI, and the best (and worst) Halloween party tales. We also share our “business horror stories” and how we cope when spoons are low but spooky vibes are high.

Release Date: 30 October 2025

Already living with a chronic illness and wondering what insurance you can actually get? In this episode we  sit down with independent insurance adviser and broker, Sarah Gashi (aka Clever Duck), to demystify insurance for self-employed Spoonies and anyone managing long-term health conditions.

Release Date: 6 November 2025

In this bite-sized episode, we’re joined again by insurance adviser Sarah Gashi to tackle your questions about getting insured when you’re already ill. We cover variable income and income protection, what happens if you forget medical details, and whether adding conditions always increases your premiums. Plus, why “stacking” multiple policies can sometimes be smarter than replacing an old one, and how often to review your cover.

Release Date: 13 November 2025

In this episode we dig into why celebrating wins—big or tiny—matters so much when you’re living with chronic illness, limited spoons, and the realities of running a business or household.

From “I got out of bed today” to landing dream clients or winning awards, we explore gentle, practical ways to recognise progress without adding pressure. We chat about gamifying tasks, using tools like Finch, and how co-working and community support can help you finally see the effort you put in (even when others don’t).

If you struggle to celebrate yourself or feel like you’re “never doing enough,” this is your reminder that every win counts.

Release Date: 20 November 2025

In this bite-sized community Q&A, we dig into real, low-spoon ways to celebrate your wins—no matter your budget, energy level, or chaos level.

From hosting simple online milestone parties with clients, to turning in-jokes into laptop stickers, to finding feel-good alternatives when your “treat yourself” plans aren’t financially doable right now, we share practical ideas that actually fit Spoonie life.

Gentle, fun, and pressure-free—this episode is all about celebrating yourself in ways that work for you.

Release Date: 27 November 2025

In this episode of 3 Spoonies, we sit down with author, will writer, and speaker Amanda Harris to explore what life and work are really like with a visual impairment — from birth, and again later in life when her husband lost his sight in adulthood.

Amanda shares her lived experience of optic neuropathy, nystagmus, and astigmatism, how she “sees” the world, and how sight loss reshapes confidence, family life, and independence. We also dive into the assistive tech she and her husband rely on every day — from video magnifiers to barcode readers, iPhone accessibility tools, talking kitchen gadgets, and more.

Along the way, expect brilliant stories: high-ropes mishaps, lasagna disasters, self-driving-car dreams… and the journey behind her book She Will Never: Achieving My Vision with a Visual Impairment.

Release Date: 4 December 2025

In this bite-sized Q&A episode of 3Spoonies, we’re joined again by Amanda Harris for a practical, honest, and often funny conversation about navigating life with visual impairment. We answer real community questions—covering accessibility at university, workplace adjustments, and even how to make wedding receptions safer and less stressful for blind and partially sighted guests.

Whether you live with sight loss yourself, support someone who does, or simply want to make your spaces more accessible, this episode is packed with helpful tips and real-world insight.

Release Date: 11 December 2025

In this episode the hosts discuss the complexities of asking for help, particularly in the context of chronic illness and running a business. They explore the cultural barriers that prevent individuals from seeking assistance, the importance of recognising when help is needed, and the various forms of support available. The conversation emphasises the need for open communication and the normalisation of asking for help, both personally and professionally.

Release Date: 18 December 2025

In this episode of the hosts explore the complexities of asking for help. They discuss community questions about the appropriateness of seeking assistance in various situations, the dynamics of workplace support, and how to communicate effectively with friends about their need for help. The conversation emphasises the importance of understanding individual circumstances and relationships when navigating the topic of assistance.

Release Date: 1 January 2026

In this episode of 3Spoonies, we’re joined by Gavin Neate to talk honestly and practically about customer service for disabled people – what works, what doesn’t, and what businesses often get completely wrong.

We explore customer service through the lens of disability, chronic illness and neurodivergence, sharing real experiences from both sides of the counter and offering simple, realistic ways businesses can be more accessible, more human, and more effective.

This is not about perfection – it’s about listening, adapting, and remembering there’s a person on the other end of every interaction.

Release Date: 8 January 2026

In this community questions episode of 3 Spoonies we tackle real-life questions around customer service for disabled people with our expert Gavin Neate — from accessible communication and contact options to handling complaints, boundaries, and emotional labour in service roles. 

This episode is practical, honest, and rooted in lived experience — for business owners, customer service teams, and anyone who wants to create more inclusive, accessible support.

Release Date: 15 January 2026

In this episode we are joined by Dr Zara Bain to explore the realities of disabled representation in online media — from social platforms and influencers to algorithms, stereotypes and who gets to tell disabled stories.

This episode is for disabled, chronically ill and neurodivergent people — and for creators, businesses and allies who want to do better, not just look like they are.

As always, we keep it real, practical, and rooted in lived experience.

Release Date: 22 January 2026

In this community questions episode of 3Spoonies, we dive into disabled representation in online media – and what it really feels like to be seen, misrepresented, or completely invisible.

We tackle your questions around social media, influencers, advertising, and online content, and explore how disability is portrayed (or ignored), the impact of stereotypes, and why “inspiration porn” still causes harm. We also discuss the pressure to perform disability online, who gets visibility, and how creators and businesses can do better.

As always, we keep it real, accessible, and rooted in lived experience – because representation isn’t about being trendy, it’s about dignity, inclusion, and being treated as human.

Release Date: 19 January 2026

What happens when you’re diagnosed late — after years of being misunderstood, dismissed, or blamed?

In this episode of 3Spoonies, we’re joined by Sarah Fish to explore the real impact of late diagnosis on identity, mental health, relationships, work, and self-trust. We talk honestly about grief, anger, relief, and the long process of rebuilding your life with new understanding and language.

This episode is for anyone navigating a late diagnosis — whether that’s ADHD, autism, chronic illness, disability, or mental health — and for those supporting someone going through it.

Release Date: 5 February 2026

Late diagnosis can change everything — how you see yourself, your past, and your future.

In this Season 6 finale of 3Spoonies, we answer community questions about late diagnosis, covering autism, ADHD, chronic illness, and what it really feels like to finally get answers after years (or decades) of being dismissed, misunderstood, or told “you’re fine.”

You’re not broken. You weren’t “missing something.”

Sometimes, the system just didn’t see you.

Release Date: 12 February 2026