PODCAST · education
Dyslexics Wanted
by Webb Innovation Center for Dyslexia
Dyslexics Wanted is the podcast of the Webb Innovation Center for Dyslexia
Episodes
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Lauren Hazel -055
Today we welcome a young special needs teacher from the U.K. who is actively helping students with dyslexia. Lauren Hazel grew up in Germany in an English/German bilingual household. She herself has dealt successfully with dyslexia. Lauren went to England for university and upon graduating and...
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Scarlett Hawkins -054
Scarlett Hawkins is a high school student at a local private institution who has put into words in her poem “Dyslexia,” just what it feels like to be dyslexic and how she and others learn to work with it and overcome any challenge. The poem has been read and enjoyed by many. It is inspiring and...
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John Rinaldo -053
John Rinaldo is a passionate writer who shares his love for writing through published books and daily inspirational stories on Substack. John use these platforms to offer insights and experiences about life purpose and intentions. He has dealt with his dyslexia successfully and seen a career as a...
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Irene Buchine -052
Today we welcome author/educator/illustrator Irene Buchine. Her impactful book for children and adults is entitled, “Celia and the Little Boy.” It is the story of two children trapped in the darkness of depression, and what it took to find their way out. From struggling with dyslexia to raising a...
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Judge Gustavo Gelpi -051
Today we welcome Judge Gustavo Gelpi, appointed to the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit in October, 2021. Our podcast is a personal account of a young college student who received much from one of this country’s pioneers in helping students with learning disabilities. Born in...
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Dr. Phil Hulbig -050
Today we welcome Dr. Phil Hulbig, who has thirty years of experience teaching students who present with neurological uniqueness. He has developed and designed specialized metacognitive programs for students in various public school settings. He also works as an advocate, crisis intervention...
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John Rinaldo -049
We’re proud to spotlight John Rinaldo, who as he admits, “has this thing called Dyslexia.” Growing up in Canada, John struggled in school for many years until he finally got the help he needed to move forward in life. One of his ambitions was to write and publish a book, something John and those...
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Rebecca Rolland – Art of Talking with Children -048
Today we invite you to enjoy a conversation with an expert in the art of communication. Jordan welcomes Rebecca Rolland, EdD to discuss her wonderfully instructive new book The Art of Talking with Children: The Simple Keys to Nurturing Kindness, Creativity, and Confidence in Kids. Rebeca is a...
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RS Mellette -047
Jordan invites a super fun guest to the podcast, sci-fi writer R.S. Mellette. R.S. shares his personal story of coping with dyslexia and overcoming it to successfully work on the hit television show Xena: Warrior Princess. He has taken his experience in the TV and film industries to craft a...
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Michelle Baharier -046
Today we take the microphones “across the pond” to interview a dynamic creative force whose work is celebrated in England and around the world. Jordan invites you to meet inter-disciplinary artist Michelle Baharier. She recounts enormous challenges as a child trying to read and write and how the...
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Heidi Williams -045
Today Jordan welcomes a remarkable young woman with boundless energy, creativity and a keen business sense. Heidi Williams is an ex-competitive rock climber and parttime ski-patroller who loves the outdoors. She is a highly popular vlogger in the travel space with thousands of international...
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Andrew Nehring, Author -044
Today Jordan introduces us to sci-fi novelist Andrew Nehring, who is the author of “The Corrupted Light Chronicles” series and his latest entitled “David Massie and the Quantum Flux, Book 1.” Possessing a vivid imagination with a flare for creative writing, Andrew is succeeding as a writer…
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Gabriela Diller & Manny Valmir -043
Today Jordan welcomes a dynamic teacher and student team to the podcast. Meet Gabriela Diller, special educator, advocate and educational consultant. She recently founded Lotus Advocacy, offering tutoring, advocacy and consulting for special education success. Gabi specializes in executive...
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Taylor Lowe -042
Jordan Rich welcomes Taylor Lowe to our podcast. Taylor is an Emmy Award winning motion graphics designer and video producer currently sharing his many of years of ongoing professional experience with the next generation of content creators at Park Avenue Christian Academy ( PACA) in Florida. His...
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Barry Weiner -041
A conversation between Jordan Rich and Barry Weiner, a true renaissance man who has enjoyed success in movie and documentary production, business and real estate and public service, despite deep struggles with learning during his school years. Things changed in a big way when Barry enrolled in…
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Jessica Minihan -040
A conversation between Jordan Rich and Jessica Minihan, special educator, behavior analyst and author of “The Behavior Code: A Practical Guide to Understanding and Teaching the Most Challenging Students. We discuss Jessica’s systematic approach for deciphering causes and patterns of difficult...
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Phil Newman, LCSW -039
A conversation between Jordan Rich and Phil Newman, licensed social worker on staff at the Carroll School in Lincoln, Massachusetts. Phil discusses the pressures faced by children with learning differences and what’s being done to help them. He is also the co-founder of Next Step Academics, a...
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A Tribute to Dr. Webb and the PAL Program -038
We are proud to present this very special podcast episode. The Program for Assisted Learning at Curry College in Milton recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. Founded by the late Dr Gertrude Webb, a pioneer in teaching children with learning differences, PAL has changed the lives of countless...
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Micki Boas -037
On today’s episode, meet the author of a groundbreaking book that is a must-read for parents, educators and anyone concerned with the education of children with dyslexia. Micki Boas has written, “ One in Five: How We’re Fighting for our Dyslexic Kids in a System That’s Failing Them.” Micki talks...
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Rosalin Abigail Kyere-Nartey -036
Dyslexics Wanted goes international once again and welcomes Rosalin Abigail Kyere-Nartey, a trailblazing woman from Ghana who was diagnosed as a young adult with dyslexia. Since then she has worked tirelessly to help her country recognize and help those with dyslexia. She recently started the...
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Jeff Tackett -035
Today’s guest is a dyslexic father of a daughter who also has dyslexia. Jeff never knew he had it until his daughter was diagnosed. Since then he and his wife have lobbied for legislation in California to recognize learning difficulties. He is also a teacher for the state of California and work…
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Sandra Carter -034
Today, Jordan introduces us to Sandra Carter from Birmingham, England. She shares her wonderful story of meeting the challenges of dyslexia during her lifetime, finally being tested and diagnosed at age 40. By age 50 she realizes her dream of becoming a published science fiction novelist. She...
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Kids with Superpowers -Abigail Steeves -033
Today Jordan introduces you to another remarkable young person. Abigail Steeves lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The 14-year old 9th grader has dealt with dyslexia for years, but only recently received her diagnosis. She hasn’t let it stop her or even slow her down. Abigail is a leading climate...
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Steve Wilkins, Remote Learning -032
On this special edition, Jordan welcomes back to the podcast Steve Wilkins, Head of School at the Carroll School in Lincoln, an independent day school for elementary and middle school students in grades 1 – 9 who have been diagnosed with specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia. Steve...
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Wes Hamilton -031
Jordan had a chance to connect with Wes Hamilton, who shared his incredible story of how he’s living his best life after being paralyzed in a shooting. Wes reminds us that within our uniqueness lies our greatness—an inspiring message shared by all of us at the Webb Center. If you have a story…
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Curry College PAL Program -030
Jordan Rich, recently sat down with Laura Vanderberg, Director, and Lori Lubeski, Professor, of Curry College’s PAL Program to hear about how it continues to grow while fulfilling Dr. Webb’s mission of helping students “challenge strengths and strengthen challenges.” If you have a story worth...
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Kids with Superpowers -Christianna Alexander -029
Today Jordan meets a remarkable young entrepreneur named Christianna Alexander. She’s the oldest of three children and faced many learning challenges early on in school. Struggles continued into the 2nd grade and she was forced to repeat the year. But, it didn’t take long for Christi to develop...
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Andy Magdanz -028
A conversation between Jordan Rich and master glass blower Andy Magdanz of Almost Perfect Glass, a hot glass studio in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Powered by solar energy, the studio is home to a fantastic array of glass artists, sculptors, and jewelers. Because of his dyslexia which resulted in…
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Dr. Rhoda Bernard & Larry Rothstein -027
A conversation between Jordan Rich and Dr. Rhoda Bernard, managing director of the Berklee College of Music Institute for Arts Education and Special Needs and Larry Rothstein of No Limits Media. Both guests focus on the impact of art, music, theatre and dance on people of all ages with special...
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Dr. Sara Renzulli -026
A conversation between Jordan Rich and Sara Renzulli, visiting Assistant Professor, Counselor Education & Counseling Psychology Program with the Neag School of Education at the University of Connecticut. Much of her time is dedicated to helping exceptional kids with learning differences navigate...
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Jonathan Mooney -025
Meet Jonathan Mooney, a dyslexic writer, speaker and self-described do-gooder who is speaking the truth about difference vs. deficiency and people are listening. As a young student battling low expectations and feelings of failure, Jonathan came close to ending his life. He ultimately overcame...
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Heather Caska, Way to Grow -024
A conversation between Jordan Rich and Heather Caska, Dyslexia Specialist, Director of Speech-Language and Dyslexia services at the Way to Grow pediatric therapy practice in Arizona. Heather recently joined the team at WTG and she loves the work she is doing to help children. She has experience...
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Dr. Kathryn Garforth -023
A conversation between Jordan Rich and Dr. Kathryn Garforth who offers professional expertise in Educational Psychology and a personal understanding of the frustrations children and adults with learning difficulties experience. Her story demands to be shared. As a child, Dr. Garforth struggled…
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Zachary Wingate -022
A conversation between Jordan Rich and Zachary Wingate. Zachary’s mission is to take what he has learned about dyslexia and “pay it forward.” He shares his experiences helping others with dyslexia understand that they are not alone and that there are steps they can take to succeed. Zachary’s is a...
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Dan Fickes -021
A conversation between Jordan Rich and accomplished video producer Dan Fickes, owner of Boston based company Ocean One Productions. Dan is an Emmy winning video shooter, director, editor and producer who also has an extensive background in broadcast television news. Growing up with dyslexia made...
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Diamond Dallas Paige -020
A conversation between Jordan Rich and former pro wrestler and WWE Hall of Famer, Diamond Dallas Paige. Dallas is a best-selling author with his latest motivational book entitled, “Positively Unstoppable.” He’s a world-renowned fitness instructor who recently launched his DDP Yoga program...
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Dr. Chris Menton -019
A conversation between Jordan Rich and Dr. Chris Menton, criminal justice professor and former program director at Roger Williams University School of Continuing Studies. Jordan and Chris discuss the impact of dyslexia and other learning disabilities on members of the prison population. It’s an...
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Berkley Singer -018
Berkley Singer is an exemplary special education teacher, currently employed in Colorado. Her work with students has been highly impactful. Berkley shares her own story of coping with dyslexia as a student and reflects on the motivation and inspiration offered by her grandmother Dr. Gertrude…
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Kids with Superpowers -Bodhi Taylor Bragonier – 017
A conversation between Jordan Rich and Bodhi Bragonier, an 11-year old currently in the 5th grade, whose parents are also dyslexic. Bodhi has dealt with the challenges many children with dyslexia face and he shares perspectives on peer pressure, the impact of tutors, the sensitivity that adults...
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Matt Bomes -016
A conversation between Jordan Rich and Matt Bomes, Founder and Chief Innovation officer for Summit Street Medical, empowering food allergy families to live life to the fullest. The company is currently in the midst of unveiling an exciting new delivery system for epinephrine, certain to help...
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Dean Bragonier -015
Dean Bragonier is the Founder and ‘Executive Dyslexic’ of NoticeAbility.org. He and his team have pioneered the development of teaching and learning techniques helping dyslexic students succeed in academics and life. Shaped by his own challenges with dyslexia, Dean became a successful college...
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Taylor Mali -014
Taylor Mali has been writing and performing poetry since 2000. His poems have been described as eminently clear, relatable, humorous and touching. He has performed or taught poetry in over 50 foreign countries and throughout the United States. He is a vocal advocate of teachers and the nobility…
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Kids with Superpowers -Rick & Joey Nurmi -013
Kids With Super Powers – Joey and Rick Nurmi – A conversation between Jordan Rich and Joey and his dad Rick Nurmi. Joey is now attending college having successfully overcome the hurdles of Dyslexia. Hear his perspective on how Dyslexia has benefited him in many creative ways. Also, Joey’s dad…
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Jodi-Tattiana Charles -012
A conversation between Jordan Rich and children’s book author Jodi Tattiana-Charles, who talk about how it wasn’t until Jodi was an adult that she learned she is dyslexic and therefore as a child she just thought she wasn’t that smart. Her Haitian immigrant parents placed a huge value on…
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Deb Mallin -011
Educator and literacy specialist Deb Mallin is the founder and CEO of Literacy Matters. Deb had a thriving private practice helping students, one at a time, learn to read and write. The more success she had helping her students and student families, the more concerned she became about the vast...
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Alex Maclean -010
Alex Maclean- A conversation between Jordan Rich and pilot and photographer, Alex Maclean, who has flown his plane over much of the United States documenting the landscape. Alex is dyslexic, and in this interview he talks about his early diagnosis in the 1950’s and how his mother, recognizing the...
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Carey and Cliff Cort -009
Carey and Cliff Cort- A conversation between Jordan Rich and Carey and Cliff Cort, inspired and inspiring dyslexics married to each other, and the parents of two daughters one of whom is dyslexic. Cliff and Carey talk about the joys and difficulties they’ve experienced being dyslexic, and how it...
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Steve Wilkins -008
Steve Wilkins- A conversation between Jordan Rich and Steve Wilkins, Head of The Carroll School in Lincoln, Massachusetts, a school with a national reputation that celebrates and supports the unique learning styles of dyslexic students. Steve talks about The Carroll School as an outgrowth of the...
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Kids with Superpowers -Charlie and Mary Warley -007
Kids With Super Powers- Charlie and Mary Warley- A conversation between Jordan Rich and Charlie and Mary Warley, a son and his mother discussing their perspectives on his experience being dyslexic. Unlike the others in his family, Charlie is dyslexic. Listen to him talk about his own perspective…
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Tom West -006
Tom West- A conversation between Jordan Rich and Tom West, who is dyslexic and the author of Seeing What Others Cannot See (2017), Thinking Like Einstein (2004), and In the Mind’s Eye, which has been translated into Japanese, Chinese and Korean (1991 and 1997). In addition to being an author, Tom...
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Dyslexics Wanted is the podcast of the Webb Innovation Center for Dyslexia
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