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!
- Update frequency
- every 27 days
- Average duration
- 40 minutes
- Episodes
- 80
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
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 …
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 ther…
Episode 37 with Brain Butterworth
rian Butterworth is Emeritus Professor of Cognitive Neuropsychology at University College London, Adjunct Professor at National Cheng Chi University, Taiwan, Professorial Fellow at Melbourne Universi…
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 …
Episode 35 with Captain Amanda Harrison
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 …
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.
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,…
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-read…
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 service…
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, Tre…
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 Desi…
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…
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-Found…
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…
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 finishi…
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 re…
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.…
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 includ…