Latest A2i dyslexia Podcast Episodes
Dyslexia and Employment
All Things Dyslexia - September 24, 2022 12:46 - 40 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode 8 Series 8 we are joined by Elizabeth Arifien and Charlotte Edmonds, who will be discussing ‘Dyslexia and Employment’ Elizabeth Arifien and Charlotte Edmonds are the founders of Move Beyond Words. They both met in 2018, shortly after discovering that as choreographers, teachers, faci...
Dyscalculia Explained
All Things Dyslexia - August 05, 2022 07:27 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode 7 Series 8 we are joined by Robert Jennings, who will be discussing ‘Dyscalculia Explained’ Robert Jennings is currently, Head of Maths at Emerson House, which is a special educational needs learning centre in West London. In this role, he assesses for math difficulties, sets out ...
Dyslexia and Disorganisation
All Things Dyslexia - August 01, 2022 13:01 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode 6 Series 8 we are joined by Natalie Brooks, who will be discussing ‘Dyslexia and Disorganisation’ Natalie Brooks is the founder of Dyslexia in Adults. Established in 2019 the company works to create a safe and creative space to discuss both the challenges and strengths of being an...
Dyslexia and Emotional well-being
All Things Dyslexia - July 14, 2022 15:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode 5 Series 8 we are joined by Akua Opong, who will be discussing ‘Dyslexia and Emotional well-being’. Akua works as a Senior Analyst within the Corporate Technology team at London Stock Exchange Group. Outside of her main role, Akua is a keen diversity and inclusion advocate, a mental...
Is Dyslexia Misunderstood?
All Things Dyslexia - July 07, 2022 07:30 - 21 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode 4 Series 8 we are joined by Elizabeth Wilkinson MBE, who will be discussing ‘Is Dyslexia Misunderstood?’. Elizabeth has dedicated over two decades of her working career to raising greater understanding and awareness of dyslexia, in her home county of Shropshire as well as across the m...
Dyslexia and Tech
All Things Dyslexia - June 23, 2022 07:30 - 24 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode 3 Series 8 we are joined by Jo Davidson, who will be discussing ‘Dyslexia and Tech’. Jo Davidson holds a BA degree in teaching, she is the director of Dragonfly Education Support (South Coast). The company works within the Disabled Student allowance (DSA), but also privately supports ...
How to spell effectively with phonics
All Things Dyslexia - June 13, 2022 13:55 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode Series 8 Episode 2 we are joined by, Ayo Adesina holds a BSc Psychology with Business Management and Level 7 Professional Certificate in Structured Teaching Intervention Special Learning Difficulties (SpLD) and is currently working towards gaining her Dyslexia Assessor Certificate. Ay...
Dyslexia and Career Aspirations
All Things Dyslexia - May 26, 2022 11:11 - 17 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode Series 8 Episode 1 we are joined by Wendy Blenman a neurodivergent professional, with her own private practice in London. She is a qualified integrative counsellor, clinical and reflective supervisor, mentor, coach, lecturer, and trainer for over 25 years. She is a registered member o...
Dyslexia and Panic Disorders
All Things Dyslexia - December 16, 2021 08:30 - 21 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode Series 7 Episode 8 we are joined by Yasmine Clarke a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Practitioner, to speak on the topic of ‘Dyslexia and Panic disorders. Yasmine Clarke has supported individuals with a wide range of psychological and mental health difficulties such as anxiety, de...
Dyslexia and Anxiety
All Things Dyslexia - December 02, 2021 08:30 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode Series 7 Episode 7 we are joined by Yasmine Clarke a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Practitioner, to speak on the topic of Dyslexia and anxiety. Yasmine Clarke has supported individuals with a wide range of psychological and mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression,...
Dyslexia: Overcoming Difficulties
All Things Dyslexia - November 25, 2021 08:30 - 21 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode Series 7 Episode 6 we are joined by Mauro Galluzzo, a Dyslexia Advocate and Senior Journalist at BBC News Proud to be dyslexic and champion for neurodiversity. He is an advocate of a diverse and inclusive workforce and is part of the Neurodiversity Network at the BBC. He has a...
Dyslexia: Confidence and Self-Esteem
All Things Dyslexia - November 18, 2021 08:30 - 34 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode Series 7 Episode 2 we are joined by Gavin-Mensah Coker, a lecturer in English Language at the University of Sussex, Deputy Race Equality Director, and a Student Wellbeing Advocate, to speak on the topic of ‘Dyslexia & Confidence and Self-Esteem. Gavin Mensah-Coker MA (Sussex) MSc ...
Dyslexia: Social Isolation and Low Self-Esteem
All Things Dyslexia - November 11, 2021 10:43 - 28 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode Series 7 Episode 5 we are joined by Andrea Wright, Founder & Director of Black Swan Wellness to Work Initiative at Black Swan to speak on the topic of ‘Dyslexia: Social Isolation and Low Self-Esteem’. Black Swan Wellness to work initiative is an employability initiative which addres...
Dyslexia and Aspirations
All Things Dyslexia - October 28, 2021 10:43 - 31 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode Series 7 Episode 4 we are joined by Grace Owolade-Coombes, BME Dyslexia specialist and an expert practitioner, to speak on the topic of Dyslexia & Aspirations. Grace Owolade-Coombes has been working within the Further Education sector for over 16 years. She is a BME Dyslexia spec...
Dyslexia and Mental Health
All Things Dyslexia - September 30, 2021 07:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn episode Series 7 Episode 3 we are joined by Lee Chambers, Psychologist and Wellbeing Consultant, Founder of Essentialise Workplace Wellbeing, to speak on the topic of ‘Dyslexia & Mental Health’. Lee Chambers is a British psychologist, coach, and founder of Essentialise Workplace Wellbein...
Dyslexia & Depression
All Things Dyslexia - September 09, 2021 09:15 - 31 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingDr Neil Alexander-Passe is dyslexic himself, and is the Head of SEND unit at a large co-education mainstream secondary school in North London, rated by OFSTED to be 'outstanding'. He is also an inclusion expert for the UK's Department of Education. He gained his Doctorate/PhD in 2018. In 199...
Living with Dyspraxia
All Things Dyslexia - August 26, 2021 09:30 - 20 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by social entrepreneur, Miss Newlove, who has a lived experience of dyspraxia and dyslexia. Miss Newlove is a woman of many talents. With a professional background in Project Management, Miss Newlove is first and foremost a Social Entrepreneur, passionate about s...
Dyslexia and Leadership
All Things Dyslexia - August 19, 2021 18:38 - 21 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingCEO and founder of Ladders4Action, Dr Adelaine is an international social worker and expert on action research and inclusive accountability. Working in the UK and internationally, her specialist areas of work include: inclusive organisational development; action research; gender, race and youth ...
Dyslexia: Pupil Referral Units & Hidden Disabilities
All Things Dyslexia - August 13, 2021 10:16 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by Jacky Moran, to speak on the topic of PRUs (Pupil Referral Units) & Hidden Disabilities. Jacky has over 20 years’ experience in career guidance and employability in a wide variety of public sector organisations, including registered charities and the Third ...
Dyslexia: People Referral Units & Hidden Disabilities
All Things Dyslexia - August 13, 2021 10:16 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by Jacky Moran, to speak on the topic of PRUs (Pupil Referral Units) & Hidden Disabilities. Jacky has over 20 years’ experience in career guidance and employability in a wide variety of public sector organisations, including registered charities and the Third ...
Dyslexia and Visual Stress
All Things Dyslexia - July 29, 2021 13:33 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by Bhavin Shah (BSc Optom (Hons), MCOptom, MBCLA), a multi-award-winning behavioural optometrist with over 24 years of experience. His passion for linking vision with learning and his unique approach to solving complex problems using innovation led to him specialis...
You Don't Look Dyslexic
All Things Dyslexia - July 09, 2021 14:45 - 24 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by Built Environment/Construction professional, Inezilona Maselino. Inezilona was inspired to career change into the construction sector to help build more homes, affordable to the black community. So far, she has worked on innovative projects such as Crossrai...
Dyslexia: The Power of Acceptance
All Things Dyslexia - June 24, 2021 07:30 - 28 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by Isaac Verkaik, who was diagnosed with dyslexia at age 6. Isaac works for the Cabinet Office as a policy advisor in the Modern Registration Division, part of Constitution Group. He graduated from the University of Bristol in 2019 with a first-class Biology M...
Black Dyslexic: £1 Million Mobile Barbershop Franchise
All Things Dyslexia - June 10, 2021 07:30 - 25 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by dyslexic entrepreneur, Darren Tenkorang. Darren, awarded Brighton entrepreneur of the year in 2016, is the Founder and CEO of TRIM-IT UK’s tech-enabled mobile barbershop. He has raised over £1 million and currently operates a mobile barbershop franchis...
Dyslexia: How to Excel
All Things Dyslexia - May 27, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by dyslexic entrepreneur Arran Smith. Arran was diagnosed with severe dyslexia at 9 years old, along with other tendencies of neurodiverse conditions. During Arran’s working life he has worked in many industries including previously working at the British Dysl...
Dyslexia and Start Ups
All Things Dyslexia - May 13, 2021 07:30 - 34 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by Gabi Preston Phypers, proud dyslexic, mother, wife, and owner of multiple businesses. Gabi has been working in the world of start-ups since 2017, following 7 years’ experience in banking. In 2020, she joined the family business and has since been on a missi...
Dyslexia and Memory Techniques
All Things Dyslexia - May 06, 2021 09:09 - 23 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by Fauzia Jan, B.Ed., PG Dip (Additional Learning Needs), ATS, AMBDA, AFHEA, M.Ed. With over 20 years of experience teaching in primary schools, Fauzia is a Reading Specialist and presently teaches as a Reading Recovery teacher in a primary school alongside le...
Dyslexia: Ditch the CV
All Things Dyslexia - April 15, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by Gabi Preston Phypers, proud dyslexic, mother, wife, and owner of multiple businesses. Gabi has been working in the world of start-ups since 2017, following 7 years’ experience in banking. In 2020, she joined the family business and has since been on a missi...
Dyslexia: Reading Resolved
All Things Dyslexia - March 27, 2021 12:35 - 25 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by Sakina Khan. Based in Canada, Sakina has over 15 years’ experience teaching and providing therapeutic tutoring to dyslexic students in Canada, Pakistan, and the USA. She is the director and structured reading specialist at Reading Resolved, where she delive...
Understanding Dyscalculia: Why am I struggling with Maths?
All Things Dyslexia - March 24, 2021 09:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we are joined by Pete Jarrett, Managing Director of Tutorum Learning and Assessment and Chair of the BDA Dyscalculia Committee. Pete is dyslexic himself, and is passionate about helping people who find learning difficult to be supported by teachers and technology. Pete is a regu...
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