You Don’t Have to Be Productive All The Time
May 8, 2025
What if being less productive could actually help you get more done? Pete and Nikki dig into the ADHD productivity trap—and why your to-do list might be lying to you.
Pete Wright is a podcaster, author, and co-founder of TruStory FM. He's been behind a microphone for over thirty years and has logged thousands of episodes across three dozen shows covering film, ADHD, creative process, and the craft of storytelling. He spent fifteen years teaching graduate students and has consulted on brand communications for organizations ranging from global brands to one-person shops. His debut science fiction novella, Lattice, was published in 2026. He lives in Portland, Oregon.
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