Black and Dyslexic
29 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsThe Black and Dyslexic Podcast is here to educate, empower, and equip adults and parents of children with dyslexia and other language based learning differences. We offer an authentic and raw perspective into the challenges faced when advocating for yourself or your child with a learning disability. Black and underrepresented minorities don't experience advocacy the same way as our White counterparts.
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Ep.27 | Exploring the Dyslexia-Tech Connection with SLP Jeannette Roberes
August 09, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston for an enlightening conversation with Jeanette roberes, a seasoned Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), as she shares her expertise and insights on a range of crucial topics. From unraveling the complexities of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to deciphering the distinction between screeners and comprehensive evaluations, Jeanette offers valuable guidance for parents and educators alike.
Ep.26 | Unstoppable: From High School Dropout to JD, PhD & College President - Dr. Herman Felton Jr.'s Story
August 02, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 89.9 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne in this powerful episode where we have the honor of speaking with Dr. Herman Felton Jr., President & CEO of Wiley University in Marshall, TX. We engaged in a thought-provoking conversation with this esteemed leader, advocate, and educator. Dr. Felton brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, and in this episode, he shares his personal insights on the intersection of dyslexia and the Black community. From his journey as a non high sch...
Ep.25 | Enhancing Literacy and Reading Skills with SLP Sydney Bassard
July 12, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne in this enlightening episode where we invite a highly knowledgeable and experienced speech and language pathologist (SLP), Sydney Basscard, to discuss the invaluable role SLPs play in improving literacy and reading abilities, specifically when trained to work with those who have dyslexia. Join us as we dive into the fundamental principles and strategies that make this approach effective in addressing reading difficulties and promoting language devel...
Ep.24 | Defying the Odds and Finding Academic Success with Dr. Tracy Johnson-Rockmore
July 05, 2023 09:04 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston in this inspiring episode where we delve into the incredible journey of our guest Dr. Tracy Johnson-Rockmore. She defied the odds and transformed her life from a place of hardship to one of tremendous success. Despite facing challenges like undiagnosed dyslexia, low self-esteem, depression, and even suicidal thoughts, Dr. Johnson-Rockmore managed to rise above it all, becoming a college professor, published author and founder and president of a nonprofit organization.
Ep.23 | New Jersey Education Association (NJEA): A Transformative Conversation with the Black and Dyslexic Podcast - PART 2
June 28, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 93.6 MBJoin co-hosts Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne for an extraordinary live recording of the Black and Dyslexic Podcast, hosted by the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA). In this dynamic session, we bring together a diverse panel of voices to explore the powerful intersectionality of being Black and Neurodivergent. Together, our panelists will engage in a captivating discussion, shedding light on their personal stories, triumphs, and challenges. They will provide invaluable advice to ...
Ep.22 | New Jersey Education Association (NJEA): A Transformative Conversation with the Black and Dyslexic Podcast - PART 1
June 21, 2023 11:00 - 52 minutes - 71.6 MBJoin co-hosts Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne for an extraordinary live recording of the Black and Dyslexic Podcast, hosted by the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA). In this dynamic session, we bring together a diverse panel of voices to explore the powerful intersectionality of being Black and Neurodivergent. Together, our panelists will engage in a captivating discussion, shedding light on their personal stories, triumphs, and challenges. They will provide invaluable advice to ...
Ep.21 | Bad Azz Parent Advocate Choyce Simmons
June 14, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 87.1 MBJoin hosts Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne, In this powerful episode, we have the honor of speaking with BAD AZZ parent advocate Choyce Simmons. Choyce, a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and advocate, shares her inspiring journey highlighting the challenges she faced and the determination that fuelled her advocacy efforts when navigating the special education process for her dyslexic son. Undeterred by setbacks, Choyce's unwavering commitment led her to secure a non-public placement for...
Ep. 20 | Being Black, Brilliant and Dyslexic with Marcia Brissett-Bailey
June 07, 2023 11:15 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBJoin hosts Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne, alongside the remarkable Marcia Brissett-Bailey, as they dive into an enlightening conversation about the challenges of growing up with dyslexia in the UK. In this episode, Marcia shares her personal journey of navigating a system where dyslexia was poorly understood, compounded by the absence of representation for Black individuals. Marcia opens up about the struggles she faced in grasping the concept of dyslexia and the isolation she felt, ...
Ep.19 | Season 2 is Here and We're Bringing the Heat
June 07, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 16.5 MBWe're thrilled to have you join us on this incredible journey once again. In this episode, we catch up on what we've been up to during our break, and let us tell you, it's been a whirlwind of exciting developments.
Ep.18 | It’s a Wrap - Season 1 Recap with Winifred and LeDerick
January 26, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne as they recap Season 1. They discuss how getting this content out has impacted the community and their perspective on what it means to have unfiltered conversations around all things Black and Dyslexic.
Ep.17 | Why Black Literacy Matters with Clarice Jackson
January 19, 2022 12:00 - 50 minutes - 68.8 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne with Clarice Jackson as they discuss her journey from parent advocate, the intense training to learn special education law, the call to fill a need "so all can read" to advocating on a national level.
Ep.16 | Literacy and Teacher Prep with Dr. Simone Gibson, Dr. Angelique Jessup & Heather Carney
January 12, 2022 20:14 - 46 minutes - 64.4 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston with Dr. Simone Gibson, her academic lead on the Dyslexia Awareness campaign via MorganCARES and Morgan State University. They are joined by Dr. Angelique Jessup, and Heather Carney to discuss their collaboration around teacher prep in higher education, parent advocacy, and how they’re connecting with the local school district in Baltimore City, Maryland to reshape literacy in the schools and community.
Ep.15 | Dyslexia is my Superpower with Mack Dawson
January 05, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 46 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston as she sits down with Marcus “Mack” Dawson as he shares his experience going from being angry about his learning differences, to how he learned to harness them as his superpower.
Ep.14 | From Self Contained to Mainstream Valedictorian with David Lucas
December 29, 2021 12:00 - 35 minutes - 48.3 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston with David E. Lucas, as they discuss his inspirational journey of self advocacy. As a quintuplet David shares how all of the boys were placed into special education self-contained classes, while his sisters were not. He learned how to self advocate, graduated valedictorian, and went to college for free.
Ep.13 | Town Hall Meeting: Integrating Special Education with General Education with Urban Collaborative
December 22, 2021 12:00 - 55 minutes - 76 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne as they facilitate the Town Hall meeting at the Urban Collaborative Fall virtual member meeting “Widening the Sphere of Success For All Learners: Integrating Special Education Within General Education” hosted by San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD).
Ep.12 | Bad Azz Parent Segment with Host Winifred A. Winston
December 15, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBJoin LeDerick Horne as he sits down with Winifred A. Winston for another Bad Azz Parent segment. Winifred discusses her journey of learning to be an advocate for her daughter. She shares about getting her daughter evaluated, how she learned to navigate IEP meetings, learning and researching to find the best options and how you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.
Ep.11 | Accessing Accommodations in Higher Education and at Work with Dr. Allison Butler
December 08, 2021 12:00 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston with Dr. Allison Butler, as they discuss accessing accommodations in higher education as well as what reasonable accommodations in the workplace. Unfortunately, the disparity between Black and White students who utilize resources and services continues well into their post secondary education experience.
Ep.10 | Winning Over Dyslexia with Dr. Shawn Anthony Robinson
December 01, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne with Dr. Shawn Anthony Robinson AKA Dr. Dyslexia Dude, as they discuss his journey of failing in school and not getting the support he needed as a young Black boy with dyslexia to how he won over the learning disability to achieve the highest educational degree. Dr. Robinson shares his passion for spreading awareness, understanding dyslexia, and his new course launching in the Spring.
Ep.9 | From Accomodations to Remediation with OT Warren III
November 24, 2021 12:00 - 42 minutes - 59 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston with OT Warren III as they discuss his journey navigating public school, private school, and academic support services in College. He shares his successes and challenges all while advocating for himself as a student with dyslexia and now as President of OT Warren Management, an award winning arm of the Otis Warren Group, a third generation family-led real estate firm headquartered in Baltimore, MD.
Ep.9 | From Accommodations to Remediation with OT Warren III
November 24, 2021 12:00 - 42 minutes - 59 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston with OT Warren III as they discuss his journey navigating public school, private school, and academic support services in College. He shares his successes and challenges all while advocating for himself as a student with dyslexia and now as President of OT Warren Management, an award winning arm of the Otis Warren Group, a third generation family-led real estate firm headquartered in Baltimore, MD.
Ep.8 | Access to Advocacy with Marcy Jackson
November 18, 2021 12:00 - 54 minutes - 74.9 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne with Marcy Jackson as they discuss how educational consultants can help parents access special education services through an IEP or 504 plan. Mary also shares how Richard Weinfield, Executive Director & Educational Consultant, with Weinfield Education Group (WEG) has made advocacy accessible by providing no-cost, expert, special education advocacy to Black students with special needs whose education has been impacted by systemic racism with the SEE ...
Ep.7 | Let’s Talk Dyslexia Remediation with Janique Parrott-Gaffney
November 10, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston with Janique Parrott-Gaffney as they discuss all things literacy and dyslexia. Janique is a former special educator who realized she wasn’t properly equipped to teach her students how to read. She did a google search and found a program that trained her on structured literacy and later opened her specialized tutoring firm to help struggling readers.
Ep.6 | Bad Azz Parent Advocate with Nikki Francis
November 03, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 99.3 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne with Nikki Francis for another Bad Azz Parent segment. Nikki discusses her journey advocating for her daughter in Maryland public schools and as well as in North Carolina. She shares how instrumental her daughter’s self awareness was in her decision to leave the traditional public school system and decide to homeschool her daughter, more specifically join a Co-op.
Ep.5 | Conquering Dyslexia with Cultural Journalist Brittny Pierre
October 27, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston with Brittny Pierre as they talk about her journey of struggling in school. Her family thought she was lazy or not motivated to do well in school. When Brittny finally got the diagnosis of dyslexia, she felt relieved, but still didn’t know what she was supposed to do with that diagnosis. It’s still challenging when you don’t know what dyslexia is or what strategies you need to win over dyslexia.
Ep.4 |The Intersection of Dialect and Dyslexia with Dr. Julie Washington
October 20, 2021 11:00 - 58 minutes - 79.8 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne with Dr. Julie Washington as they talk about why Black parents should feel empowered to advocate and access resources for their children. Dr. Washington share’s insights into assessments, cultural dialects, and why it’s important to have a network of providers of Color, such as Black psychologist, neuropsychologist and school counselors.
Ep.3 | Research, Literacy and Advocacy with Kareem Weaver
October 13, 2021 11:00 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne with Kareem Weaver as they discuss all things advocating for special education services in K-12. He shares factors that contribute to the school to prison pipeline, why children aren’t learning how to read, what schools can do to ensure all children learn to read and how important it is for parents to get over the stigma of learning disabilities.
Ep.2 | Special Education Parent Warrior with Camillia Whitehead
October 06, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston with Camillia Whitehead as they talk about her journey as a parent of a dyslexic child. For this Bad Azz Parent segment, Camillia shares the process she went through to pinpoint her child’s diagnosis, the struggle with schools, and her advocacy towards dyslexia as well.
Ep.1 | Dyslexia and Mental Health with LeDerick Horne
September 30, 2021 21:17 - 29 minutes - 41 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston with Co-host LeDerick Horne as he shares his journey of winning over dyslexia when he entered community college after an early diagnosis. LeDerick shares how although he got an early diagnosis, it wasn’t until someone explained to him what it meant to be dyslexic and provided academic supports and services, did he thrive and become a published spoken word poet, international learning disability advocate and motivational speaker.
Welcome to The Black and Dyslexic Podcast
September 30, 2021 14:25 - 12 minutes - 17.4 MBJoin Winifred A. Winston and co-host LeDerick Horne as they have a conversation about what motivated them to work together on The Black and Dyslexic Podcast.