Lefts and rights

In this enlightening episode, Matthew delves into an eye-opening conversation with Jenny Sandler, a versatile specialist teacher and consultant who champions education for children with dyslexia, autism, and ADHD. With a remarkable career journey spanning children’s educational TV at BBC to private consultancy, Jenny brings invaluable insights into home education, flexible learning, and the transformation driven by understanding individual learning styles. Discover real-life strategies and a fresh perspective on inclusive education. This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone navigating the world of neurodiversity.

In this podcast episode, we discuss the often-overlooked potential of individuals with dyslexia in improving their reading and writing skills. Our guest, Russell Van Brocklen, founder of Dyslexia Classes, specializes in teaching students, especially those with dyslexia, how to overcome reading, writing, and comprehension challenges. Leveraging his background in Neurological Communications and personal experience with dyslexia, Russell has developed a unique system that not only enhances writing skills but also strengthens reading, organizational abilities, and long-term confidence in motivated dyslexic students.

Host Matthew Head explores the role of AI in bridging the skills gap for individuals with dyslexia. As AI becomes more prevalent, it raises the question of how future job opportunities may favor the strengths of dyslexic individuals. This podcast episode sheds light on the potential for these individuals to excel in a changing landscape.

Discover the origin of assistive technology transforming the lives of dyslexic individuals worldwide in this podcast episode featuring Martin, the CEO and founder of texthelp. Initially created to aid his father’s communication post-stroke, texthelp now develops assistive technology software for dyslexia across various computer applications. Martin, honored with the EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2022 award, is dedicated to empowering dyslexic individuals in the workplace and assisting employers in supporting their dyslexic colleagues. The impact extends beyond leveling the playing field for dyslexics, as this technology enhances productivity for neurotypical colleagues as well. By overcoming typical dyslexic challenges, assistive technology allows individuals to leverage their unique strengths. Key topics include strokes, computer software, assistive technology, and supporting dyslexic individuals in the workplace.