That Sinking Feeling: Adventures in ADHD and Ship Salvage – A New Podcast from Elizabeth Rynecki and Tony Kaplan

Launching 13 January 2025, That Sinking Feeling: Adventures in ADHD and Ship Salvage is a thought-provoking new podcast from Elizabeth Rynecki and Tony Kaplan. This six-episode series combines personal storytelling with a deep dive into the world of maritime salvage, offering listeners a unique exploration of ADHD through the lens of family history and professional legacy.

The podcast chronicles Elizabeth’s journey as a mother to a son diagnosed with ADHD, weaving her experiences with the history of her father’s career in ship salvage. By juxtaposing the challenges of ADHD with the intricate world of salvaging sunken vessels, Elizabeth finds surprising parallels and insights into her son’s neurodivergent struggles. The series presents a blend of personal memoir and historical narrative, where each episode reflects on one of six significant salvage jobs—each of which provides a window into themes of resilience, love, and acceptance. The podcast features interviews with her son, husband, father, parents of ADHD children, and individuals with ADHD.

The podcast offers valuable insights for parents, educators, therapists, and for those who have ADHD themselves. The series highlights the importance of empathy, family bonds, and a deeper understanding of neurodivergence, providing listeners with both emotional resonance and intellectual reflection.

Production Credits:

• Written by Elizabeth Rynecki and Tony Kaplan.
• Produced by Tony Kaplan, Elizabeth Rynecki, and Jacob Bloomfield-Misrach.

Bios:

Tony Kaplan is a filmmaker and producer whose background includes two decades of making documentaries about how Pixar films are made. Elizabeth Rynecki is an author whose work explores themes of family history and mental health. Jacob Bloomfield-Misrach (IMRSV Post Production Sound) is a composer and sound designer.