Today we welcome content creator, podcaster, and fellow ADHD, anxiety, and OCD brother Kyrus Keenan A. Westcott (aka Ky). You may know him from The Vibe with Ky where he’s been helping thousands of people laugh, learn, and navigate life with mental health at the forefront. Now, he’s joining us on Different Spectrums Podcast to break down one of his favorite films: Children of Men (2006).

💭 Humor as Survival

We dive into how humor can be both a shield and a weapon when dealing with grief, anxiety, and trauma. Ky opens up about how joking through pain became a defense mechanism for him, one that helps him survive but can also complicate relationships and communication.

🧠 ADHD, Mental Health, and Medication

Ky shares candidly about living with ADHD and how it affects timing, humor, and interactions. He also discusses the role of therapy, mindfulness, and medication in his journey, explaining how treatment helped but was not a cure-all — instead, it was one piece of a much larger puzzle.

👤 Identity, Culture, and Seeking Help

We have a raw conversation about what it means to be Black or Brown, male, and neurodivergent in America. We talk about stigma, masking, the fear of looking “weak,” and the deep courage it takes to seek help. Ky’s story highlights both the barriers and breakthroughs on this path to authenticity.

🎬 Children of Men: Loss, Grief, and Sacrifice

Through scenes in the film, we explore dissociation, unspoken grief, and the weight of sacrifice. From the silent heartbreak of losing a child to the ultimate act of giving up one’s life for others, we connect these moments to real mental health struggles many of us know too well.

🤝 Why You Should Watch

This episode isn’t just a movie breakdown. It’s about humor, healing, identity, and survival in a world that often feels hostile. Ky’s vulnerability, storytelling, and passion make this a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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Thanks for checking out Different Spectrums! 🎙️ We're a podcast led by licensed therapists and neurodivergent individuals who explore emotions in movies and shows. Our mission is to normalize mental health challenges and promote understanding.

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6:05 Scenes

12:23 Discussion

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