Episode 47 with Pennie Aston CEO of GroOops
In this episode, Shae speaks with the wonderful Pennie Aston. Founder and CEO of GroOops Dyslexia Aware Counselling.
Sep 29, 2021•Season 5Ep. 47
Dear Dyslexic Podcast
Welcome to the Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series. These podcasts share stories of the lived experiences of people who have dyslexia and other learning disabilities, as well as those who care for, live and or work with us.
Shae Wissell the creator of the Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series states "I wanted to use podcasts as the medium to share unique stories of everyday Australians who have dyslexia and other learning disabilities, to shine a light on the success and the challenges of life with dyslexia. Without the reading barrier, we can all listen and learn."
You can listen to a variety of guest speakers from authors, to actors, entrepreneurs and every day dyslexic people not just surviving but thriving!
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Episodes
Episode 46 with Alison Edgar The Entrepreneur’s Godmother
In this episode, Shae speaks with Alison Edgar, The Entrepreneur’s Godmother and Managing Director of Sales Coaching Solutions is an author, entrepreneur, speaker, and thought leader.
Sep 28, 2021•Season 5Ep. 46
Episode 45 with Sally Close dyslexia and neurodiversity in the workplace
In this episode, Shae speaks with Sally Close on dyslexia and neurodiversity in the workplace. Introducing Sally Close – Business Improvement Consultant. Sally Close left her corporate career armed with 20+ years of leadership experience to apply her business improvement prowess to her own consultancy - helping clients with organisational development and cultural change.
Aug 04, 2021•Season 5Ep. 45
Episode 44 with Jane Kjersten
In this episode, Shae welcome's Jane Kjersten back to the show to talk about Dyslexia and Trauma. Jane is a therapist who has worked with individuals, couples and families who live with learning disabilities/difficulties.
Jun 30, 2021•Season 5Ep. 44
Episode 43 with Professor Stephen MacDonald
In this episode, Shae speaks with fellow dyslexic Professor Stephen Macdonald. Stephen is a Professor of Social Science at the University of Sunderland. Stephen is currently the research lead for the School of Social Sciences and Head of the Centre for Applied Social Sciences (CASS). He is also the Chair of the Vulnerability and Criminal Justice Research Network (DIS-CRIM). Stephen teaches undergraduates and postgraduates in criminology, sociology. Social work and social care. He has published b...
Jun 29, 2021•Season 5Ep. 43
Episode 42 with Professor Amanda Kirby
In this episode, Shae speaks with Professor Amanda Kirby MBBS MRCGP PhD. As the founder and CEO of Do-IT Solutions, Professor Amanda Kirby is very unusual and has the unique experience of straddling health, education, and the workplace. Amanda’s skill lies in her being a collaborator and a knowledge translator. This allows her to traverse disciplines and bring interdisciplinary working together.
Apr 28, 2021•Season 5Ep. 42
Episode 41 with Rocking Dan the Music Man
Welcome to the first of our episode Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series for 2021!! In episode 41, Shae speaks with Rocking Dan the Music Man. We have had a lot of different guests on our show who advocate and work in the education space but we have never had a guest who is a dyslexic advocate, primary school teacher and a YouTube singing sensation! With over 12,000 subscribers and over 250 music videos Rocking Dan the Teaching Man has been a hit with children and schools all over Australia. Dan first j...
Jan 26, 2021•Season 5Ep. 41
Special Edition podcast episode 40 with Tricia Malowney Disability and Human Rights Advocate
We have launched a Special Edition podcast to celebrate and acknowledge International Day of People with Disabilities and its our 40th episode can you believe that!!In this episode, Shae speaks with Tricia Malowney Disability and human rights advocate. Tricia is a proud woman with a disability who is passionate about advocating for the needs of women and girls with disabilities.
Dec 03, 2020•Season 4Ep. 40
Episode 39 with Autumn O'Connor
Autumn O'Connor is an autistic twice-exceptional (gifted) adult with dyslexia and dyscalculia, holding also a diagnosis of anxiety and dysthymia. She only received her autism diagnosis later in life (age 37). Her special interests are teddy bears, candy and landscape gardening. But her major passion is helping others achieve. Autumn likes studying and has a range of qualifications including a Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy, Graduate Diploma in Counselling, Bachelor of Arts, and a teachi...
Nov 25, 2020•Season 4Ep. 39
Episode 38 Intimate relationships with Jane Kjersten
Do you have dyslexia and struggle with intermate relationships? Or are you a partner to someone who has dyslexia? Then this podcast is for you. In this episode, Shae speaks with Jane Kjersten a therapist who has worked with individuals, couples and families who live with learning disabilities/difficulties.
Oct 27, 2020•Season 4Ep. 38
Episode 37 with Brain Butterworth
In this episode Shae speaks with Brian Butterworth about dyscalculia. Brain is Emeritus Professor of Cognitive Neuropsychology at University College London, Adjunct Professor at National Cheng Chi University, Taiwan, Professorial Fellow at Melbourne University, Australia, and Research Consultant at Ospedale San Camillo Istituto di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico in Venice, Italy.
Sep 29, 2020•Season 4Ep. 37
Episode 36 with Neil Alexander-Passe
In this episode, Shae speaks with the Neil Alexander-Passe. Neil is a fellow dyslexic who managed to overcome challenges. In 2005, he gained an MPhil on researching how dyslexic teenagers cope using measures of self-esteem, coping and depression, leading to a spell as a postgraduate researcher. In 2010 he published his first book ‘Dyslexia and Depression: The Hidden Sorrow’. You can find out more about Neil, his work and his books go the Dyslexia Research This podcast is sponsored by Untapped. U...
Aug 25, 2020•Season 4Ep. 36
Episode 35 with Captain Amanda Harrison
In this episode, Shae speaks with the wonderful Captain Amanda Harrison a fellow dyslexic about the ups and downs of living with dyslexia and facing our fears. Amanda Harrison is an exceptional woman, an experienced pilot with a demonstrated history of working in the aviation industry. Skilled in Flight Planning, Air Charter, Aviation, Adventure Pilot and live life to full. In May 2019, Amanda paid tribute to Amy Johnson, a true aviation hero, by following in her footsteps and flying solo from L...
Jul 28, 2020•Season 4Ep. 35
Episode 34 with Andrew Eddy from Untapped Group
Its been such challenging few months especially for those with dyslexia and other neurodivergence such as autism. This interview is all about how we can better support our neurodiverse community during this pandemic and I am so pleased to be speaking with Andrew Eddy today. Andrew is the co-founder of Untapped, a social enterprise focused on developing a neurodiverse employment ecosystem to increase opportunities for autistic individuals. This podcast has been sponsored by the Vice Chancellor of...
Jun 20, 2020•Season 4Ep. 34
ABC Gippsland with Board Director Carmel Riley
We are excited that Board Director Carmel Riley Consulting was interviewed on ABC Gippsland discussing the work of the Foundation and the launch of our 2020 National Dyslexia Month Campaign....
Jun 12, 2020•8 min
Episode 33 with Helen Boden CEO of the British Dyslexia Association
In this month's episode, Shae speaks with Helen Boden CEO of the British Dyslexia Association. After running the British Dyslexia Association’s training department, Helen became CEO in March 2018, with a focus on empowering dyslexics through lobbying, raising awareness, training and direct support. With a background in education and training since 1990 and a qualified specialist dyslexia teacher, Helen began work for the British Dyslexia Association in 2002 and has been with the organisation for...
May 03, 2020•Season 4Ep. 33
Episode 32 with mother and son duo Lois and Nicholas Letchford.
In this month's episode, Shae speaks with mother and son duo Lois and Nicholas Letchford. Lois Letchford’s dyslexia came to light at the age of 39, when she faced teaching her seven-year-old non-reading son, Nicholas. Examining her reading failure caused her to adapt and change lessons for him. The results were dramatic. Lois subsequently qualified as a reading specialist, using her non-traditional background, multi-continental experience, and her passion for assisting other failing students. He...
Mar 25, 2020•Season 4Ep. 32
Episode 31 with Elizabeth Takyi Founder and CEO of a2i Dyslexia
Diagnosed with Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and Irlen Syndrome, Elizabeth set up this charitable organisation. She has also recently been diagnosed with Dyscalculia. After identifying a gap in support services, She took it upon herself to support adults with Dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties, who want to start their own business, go back to further education or improve their employability skills. "I felt I needed to help other Dyslexics who may be struggling within the education and sel...
Feb 25, 2020•59 min•Season 4Ep. 31
Episode 30 with Queensland Shadow Minister Trevor Watts
Trevor Watts brings a common sense approach and the experience of a small business owner to his role representing the people of Toowoomba North. Like countless other residents across Toowoomba, Trevor’s life before politics was focused on running his successful local business whilst juggling the demands of an active family and community life on the Darling Downs. Trevor often met with politicians, including the then Senator, now Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce to discuss issues impacting bus...
Jan 28, 2020•Season 4Ep. 30
Episode 29 with Professor Eleanor Loiacono
Eleanor is a Professor of Information Technology and Data Science at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in the Robert A. Foisie School of Business. She is the Founder and Director of the Inclusive Design and Accessibility (IDEA) Hub at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, which was established in 2018 to address the needs of people with differing abilities across technologies and environments. Her research expertise centers on the intersection of technology and the user. Over the past 20 years, she ha...
Nov 27, 2019•Season 3Ep. 29
Episode 28 out now with American Actor, Author and Dyslexia Advocate Ameer Baraka
Did you know that betwwen 20% to 40% of those in the justice system have a learning disability? That’s a global statistic and a disturbing one. Being literate is a basic human right and no one should end up in the justice system because they have low literacy skills or because they have dyslexia. Growing up on the streets of New Orleans, Ameer Baraka found himself in constant trouble with the law, which eventually led to his incarceration. During that time, he was diagnosed with dyslexia through...
Nov 27, 2019•Season 3Ep. 28
Episode 27 - Jack Churchill CEO and Co-Founder, Scanning Pens
Assistive technology plays such a significant role in the lives of those with dyslexia although Shae still gets lost using google maps. In this podcast, Shae speaks with Jack Churchill, with Co-Founder and CEO of Scanning Pens. Jack is passionate about technology being a great enabler. He is determined to help young people and adults with dyslexia obtain greater access to assistive technology both in their everyday lives and exams. He sits on the board of BATA (the British Assistive Technology A...
Nov 08, 2019•Season 3Ep. 27
Episode 26 - Christian Boer Founder of Dyslexie font
In this podcast, Shae speaks with Christian Boer the creator of Dyslexie font. Christian has been affected by dyslexia as long as he can remember, this experience inspired him to design a solution to improve readability for people with dyslexia – the Dyslexie font. Christian combined his graphic design skill with his dyslexia, abandoning traditional typeface design rules, favouring instead the user needs of a dyslexic person. Christian dreams of the day when being able to use Dyslexie font won’t...
Nov 07, 2019•Season 3Ep. 26
Episode 25 with Zivit and Gili Inbar
Mother and son duo Zivit and Gili Inbar join Shae for this month’s episode of the Dear Dyslexic Podcast to talk about their dyslexic experiences as a family and the trials and tribulations of finishing secondary school. Gili Inbar is a 19-year-old Commerce Law student majoring in Finance at university. He has a keen interest in business, politics and entrepreneurship, and would like to someday be the owner of his own business. Gili is a dyslexic advocate presenting his lived experience of dyslex...
Nov 06, 2019•Season 3Ep. 25
Episode 24 with Childrens Author Paul Russell
Paul Russell has been in classrooms for over thirty years, so it isn’t really that surprising that all of his heroes are teachers. He has always been passionate about stories, even before he could read. Determine never to grow up and lose his imagination he is a teacher, playwright, father, artist and author but maybe not always in that order. He is passionate about children’s literacy and in building an appetite within children for the written word and sharing stories. Shae hopes you enjoy this...
Nov 05, 2019•Season 3Ep. 24
Episode 23 with Young Entrepreneur Jemima Hutton
Jemima Hutton 2019 Dear Dyslexic Foundation Leadership Award Recipient Jemima is a diagnosed dyslexic student who is currently studying Provisional Entry Medicine at the University of the Queensland. She has been assessed as being in the lowest 2% for reading with her eyes, however, she received an ATAR of 99.3 for her secondary school studies including two perfect scores. Jemima was Dux of her school and also ironically received the English Prize for being the top student even though she only e...
Nov 04, 2019•Season 3Ep. 23
Episode 22 with Hugo Richard Co-Founder and CEO Dystech
Dyslexic & Serial Entrepreneur, Hugo has been involved in many different projects over the past four years in France, UK and Australia all of which use artificial intelligence. These projects include the application of image recognition and natural language processing techniques to various real-world problems. Being dyslexic and dysgraphic himself, Hugo knows a lot about the struggle of learning disorders. His experience in Artificial Intelligence started 4 years ago after multiple jobs incl...
Nov 04, 2019•Season 3Ep. 22
Episode 21 out now with Dr Judith Hudson
Dr Judith Hudson is a retired teacher, chartered psychologist, assessor, author and researcher of special educational needs. Her specific interest is in congenital developmental disorders, particularly how they impact on literacy development such as dyslexia, ADHD, and disorders on the autism spectrum ASD. An Adjunct Associate in the Education Faculty, College of Art, Law and Education (CALE), University of Tasmania, she has written and taught post-graduate modules in both the UK and Australia, ...
Nov 03, 2019•59 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Episode 20 with HR Expert Nicole Dominique Le
Nicole is a highly valued leader within the Global HR industry with 20 years of experience in people operations management. Remote working and distributed teams are her “thing” (- long before it became “a thing.”) As a multi-talented woman entrepreneur and an international people connector, Nicole loves leading (remote) people-based activity from a strategic and operational perspective and has a gift for developing talent. In other words, she designs, creates and supports modern people operation...
Nov 02, 2019•Season 2Ep. 20
Episode 19 with Brian Hagan
This month Shae speaks with Dyslexia Consultant Brian Hagan on all this dyslexia and HR. - Shae hope's you enjoy the first of many podcasts on this topic.
Oct 31, 2019•1 hr 4 min
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