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Dyslexia Is Our Superpower Podcast

Gibby Booth Jasper

I, like many dyslexics, (sadly) grew up thinking I was stupid. I don’t want anyone else thinking they are dumb, less valued than those around them, or not good enough because their brain isn...

Episodes

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Episode 111: Rebecca Ginger informs us about dyscalculia and shares the power of pictures and stories when it comes to remembering important numbers.

"Have fun with education. Please have some fun with it and don't think if they (students) are having fun they aren't learning."-Rebecca Ging...

01:07:25Feb 2, 2021

Episode 110: Adam Searle shares his dyslexic story which is one of persevering, believing in oneself, and not giving up on your dreams.

"Still go ahead. Don't let your dyslexia slow you down." -Adam Searle Check out Adam's website here. And his Facebook page here. He is welco...

40:09Jan 21, 2021

Episode 109: Jillian Kaster chats about the journey of accepting herself and going from ashamed of her dyslexia to proud of it.

"I had so much shame built around this (dyslexia). Even as a teacher I was scared to tell my kindergarteners that I struggled too because I...

35:13Jan 13, 2021

Episode 108: Book publisher Julie Salisbury tells one story after another highlighting her dyslexic journey and why she believes dyslexia is a gift.

"My stance about dyslexia is that it is not a learning difficulty. It's not a learning disability, it's a teaching disability." -Julie Salis...

01:07:44Nov 24, 2020

Episode 107: Dyslexia Awareness Special Edition Part 6: Dyslexic teen superhero Noelle Brownlee

"You can't let people convince you that you are not smart, because you are very smart. You just learn a little bit differently." -Noelle Hel...

25:05Nov 24, 2020

Episode 106: Dyslexia Awareness Special Edition Part 5: Dyslexic teen superhero Kai Seymon

Dyslexic and autistic 14 year old Kai and his mum Jo chat about all things dyslexia and entrepreneur. Kai's website can be found here. I'm v...

38:31Nov 23, 2020

Episode 105: Dyslexia Awareness Special Edition Part 4: Dyslexic pre-teen superhero Laylee Wishork

"(Dyslexic Kid) you're the same as me. We may be different, but we have dyslexia that just makes us more unique." -12 year old Laylee Wishor...

20:15Nov 13, 2020

Episode 104: Dyslexia Awareness Month Special Edition Part 3: Dyslexic teenager superhero Diezel Kupsch

"For those out there that do have dyslexia or anything else just try your best and never give up." -14 year old Diezel Kupsch Click here for...

36:39Nov 7, 2020

Episode 103: Dyslexia Awareness Month Special Edition Part 2: Dyslexic pre-teen superhero Zaida Jo Billups

"What I'm not the best at doesn't take place of what I'm amazing at." -Zaida Jo, age 10 Check out Zaida Jo's short story: The Beautiful Brai...

36:39Nov 1, 2020

Episode 102: Dyslexia Awareness Month Special Edition Part 1: Dyslexic teenager superhero Magnolia Rubinstein

"I would try to find different ways to work around your problems. Don't just try one way and then expect it work after trying hard. We like...

32:16Oct 27, 2020

Episode 101: Jonathan Mooney shares his journey of discovering dyslexia is a superpower.

"We've all been lied to. We've been told by school that we've got to get good at everything to live a successful life. You've got to be good...

40:48Oct 13, 2020

Episode 100: The Adventures of Super D: The Story of Sydney

Super D is back for another adventure. This time he visits a creature who he doesn't see eye to eye with and he gets into a bit of trouble....

24:56Sep 29, 2020

Episode 99: Mom of five dyslexic kids Amy Noel shares her insights into parenting and supporting growing dyslexic superheros.

"My advice (for parents) is to really support your kids and have a relationship outside of their dyslexia so it's not all about education so...

28:11Sep 22, 2020

Episode 98: Adventures of Super D- The Story of Avery

Super D is back this time with his friend Avery. But when Avery needs Super D's help he's unable to fly to her house. Instead he has to send...

20:19Sep 14, 2020

Episode 97: Occupational therapist Lorena Hawkins chats about strengths, work ethic, and developing a love for reading.

"Know you (dyslexics) are intelligent--we just have different skills." -Lorena Hawkins

28:09Sep 7, 2020

Treasuring Your Dyslexic Superpowers Part 6: The Story of Kinzie: "My worse memory is the first time my teacher made me read out loud in front of the entire class."

Super D, the Dyslexic Superhero is back with a thrilling adventure. Georgina the troll is fed up from being teased for her size so she gets...

01:09:13Aug 22, 2020

Treasuring Your Dyslexic Superpowers Part 5: The Story of Gavin: "You know Gavin, one can't be good at everything. It's just not possible. It's ok that reading and writing are hard. What you do on stage is pure magic." -Super D

Super D is back with another adventure this time taking Gavin to a music festival. While there Gavin gets given an unusual opportunity, but...

58:39Jul 21, 2020

Treasuring Your Dyslexic Superpowers Part 4: The Story of Jane: "I know different doesn't equal dumb, but I'm worried my classmates won't see it that way."

The fourth episode in our series with Super D--the dyslexic superhero. While Jane is struggling with hours worth of homework Super D arrives...

01:10:14Jun 28, 2020

Treasuring Your Dyslexia Superpower Part 3: The Story of Christine & Debbie: "I've been nervous to tell anyone I'm dyslexic as I don't want anyone to think I'm stupid."

We meet Christine and her best friend Debbie. Christine wants to tell Debbie she's dyslexic so she can stop hiding it, but is worried her fr...

51:23May 6, 2020

Treasuring Your Dyslexia Superpower Part 2: The Story of Javier: "I hate my brain."

The second episode in our series with Super D--the dyslexic superhero. We dive into what it's like to doubt yourself when those around you a...

31:55Apr 16, 2020