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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’t “normal.” That’s why I created the Dyslexia Is Our Superpower Podcast. Episode by episode a community of badass dyslexics has formed to show the world that dyslexia truly is a superpower. So whether you are a family member or educator of an awesome dyslexic or whether you have dyslexic superpowers yourself I welcome you to the tribe.

In April 2019 the podcast changed direction a bit to include a very important audience: dyslexic kids. The Treasuring Your Dyslexic Superpowers series is a two part show. The first includes Super D, the dyslexic superhero as he goes on adventures helping dyslexics understand their brains better and realize they are beautiful not broken. And the second is an interview with a real life dyslexic superhero.

Episodes come out every Tuesday and alternate between a chat with a real life dyslexic superhero and an adventure with Super D, the dyslexic superhero.

Latest Episodes:

Episode 57: I chat with Dannielle Small, mother of Katie Small (from episode 53) who gives us a mother's perspective on raising a child with dyslexia. Oct 04, 2018

Show notes

"I feel fortunate having a dyslexic child. It's taught me patience. It's taught me perseverance. It's taught our daughter resilience and strategies on life. I see dyslexia now as a gift." -Dannielle Small

Episode 56: Yvette Blaess shares her thoughts on dyslexia as well as explains what she's doing to spread public awareness about what dyslexia is actually like. Sep 30, 2018

Show notes

"Dyslexia is not a stop sign. It's a road block. You can do it---it may just take a bit longer." -Yvette Blaess

*And yes the beginning is meant to be that way! I decided not to edit out the mistakes I made. Here's why: I make dyslexic mistakes all the time. I say the wrong word or I almost stutter and can't come up with any word. There's nothing wrong with these moments and that's why I left the beginning of this episode unedited. My wish is for the world to recognize and understand what these dyslexic moments mean and for them to be seen for what they are: not a big deal.

Episode 55: Professional lacrosse player Paul Rabil shares how dyslexia has contributed to his success on and off the field. Sep 21, 2018

Show notes

"Communicate. I encourage you to share how you're are feeling, talk about the challenges, and ask for help. We live in a world where asking for help is considered a weakness because it infers we don't have the answer. But it is also the fastest way to learn and more deeply connect with someone." -Paul Rabil

Visit the Paul Rabil Foundation here.

Episode 54: Author Jeanne Betancourt shares her experiences as a dyslexic writer and why it was so important to her to include dyslexics in her books. Sep 13, 2018

Show notes

"Don't judge a person by their reading." -Jeanne Betancourt

Check out Jeanne's author website here.

Check out Jeanne's artist website here.

Episode 53: Double degree graduating student Katie Small tells her dyslexic story, aiming to help others by showing what dyslexia really is and what it actually looks like. Sep 05, 2018

Show notes

"There are so many awesome things that come with being dyslexic." -Katie Small

Episode 52: From special education student to special education teacher, Tomas Black tells his story. Aug 28, 2018

Show notes

"You are an amazing person. Don't ever let your dyslexia ever ever make you feel like you can't do something you want to do." -Tomas Black

Episode 51: Trevor Smith shares how being a laughter leader plays to his dyslexic strengths. Aug 22, 2018

Show notes

"As a person with dyslexia you have a lot of strengths and a lot to offer. Really focus on that, not so much on your challenges." -Trevor Smith

Check out Trevor's website here.

Massachusetts Branch of the International Dyslexia Association.

Episode 50: Gibby jumps to the other side of the microphone and tells her dyslexic story. Aug 16, 2018

Show notes

In celebration of the 50th episode Gibby chats with her fiancee sharing what her childhood was like and how her perspective of dyslexia has totally changed.

Episode 49: Retired physical therapist Sharon Taylor talks about what helped her get through the challenges dyslexia presented and how she found her way in the medical field. Aug 09, 2018

Show notes

"If it wasn't for being outside and swimming, riding, and dancing then it would have been tough for me. That was my way to express myself. Find whatever it is that makes you happy and do it." -Sharon Taylor

Episode 48: Horse trainer and equine behaviorist Marcus Rhatigan shares his horse filled journey and why he believes his dyslexia saved his life. Aug 01, 2018

Show notes

"I wear dyslexia as a badge of honor."

"When we label somebody in our society it's a stigma for weakness. Dyslexia is not a weakness, it's just a different way of learning. The weakness is the system that hasn't been brought forward to teach people that are individuals." -Marcus Rhatigan

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