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Is your child struggling with reading? You're not alone. Dyslexia Journey helps parents understand dyslexia, navigate school systems, and support their child's confidence and growth. Hosts Sonja and Nick share practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent just getting a diagnosis, fighting for accommodations, or a dyslexic adult looking for community and connection, this is the podcast that walks beside you. New episodes every two weeks.
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Send us Fan Mail The dictionary says dyslexia is about reading. We say that's just the beginning. After many years of parenting a child with dyslexia, and over three years of doing this show, we break down what the standard definitions miss, from the strengths no one talks about to how it shapes everyday life. We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with re...
Send us Fan Mail A recent Atlantic article revealed that nearly 40% of Stanford undergraduates receive disability accommodations — and the takes have been bad ever since. In this episode, we break down what the outrage gets wrong, why the 40% number actually makes sense, and why the real question isn't 'why so many students?' but 'why is the system designed this way?' Here's the original Atlantic article, "America’s colleges have an extra-time-on-tests problem” by Rose Horowitch, published o...
Send us Fan Mail Coral PS Hoh, Ph.D., is a clinical linguist with a Ph.D. in Linguistics. For the past 30 years, she has worked with children and adults with dyslexia, learning disabilities, and other language-related disorders. The U.S. and other countries granted her AI patents for the diagnosis and treatment of these disorders. She is an author and referee for peer-reviewed journals and the architect of Dysolve® AI (https://dysolve.ai/), the first autonomous AI system for neurodevelopmenta...
Send us Fan Mail Listen to Nick's diatribe in defense of "creative" spelling! We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent navi...
Send us Fan Mail What does it look like to build a successful career with dyslexia? In this episode, entrepreneur Jeffrey McCain shares how dyslexia shaped his thinking, the challenges he faced in school and business, and why he now sees dyslexia as a competitive advantage. Whether your child is struggling with self-confidence or you’re looking for role models to share with them, Jeffrey’s story will inspire your whole family. Find Jeffrey at jeffreylmccain.com. If this episode resonated, ple...
Send us Fan Mail You can find the Summerbell Reading Method online at https://www.summerbell.com/ We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether yo...
Send us Fan Mail We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent navigating diagnosis, IEPs, and accommodations, or a dyslexic adult...
Send us Fan Mail In case you missed it, please enjoy one of our favorite episodes of this past year! I don’t want to bury the lede, so here’s the link to the new ROAR@Home online literacy test that your child can take for free! https://roar.stanford.edu/homesignup/ The full interview is well worth a listen as well. Dr. Jason Yeatman is an Associate Professor in the Graduate School of Education and Department of Psychology at Stanford University and the Division of Developmental and Behavioral...
Send us Fan Mail We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent navigating diagnosis, IEPs, and accommodations, or a dyslexic adult...
Send us Fan Mail You can find Pamela online at https://pamelacass.com/ Her podcast, Reignite Resilience is available at https://reigniteresilience.com/ or on your favorite podcast app. We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and...
Send us Fan Mail Peter Wilson is the author of "A Journey With Dyslexia: Alienation, Assimilation, Acclimation." You can find his book at https://www.amazon.com/JOURNEY-DYSLEXIA-ALIENATION-ASSIMILATION-ACCLIMATION-ebook/dp/B0DHKJ18M5/ You can reach Peter at peter47wilson@gmail.com We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't ...
Send us Fan Mail Drs. Brock and Fernette Eide are the authors of the bestselling book, "The Dyslexic Advantage": https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593472233/ You can watch their new movie, also called "The Dyslexic Advantage" here: https://www.dyslexicadvantage.org/ You can find their dyslexia screener here: https://neurolearning.com/ We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your chi...
Send us Fan Mail We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent navigating diagnosis, IEPs, and accommodations, or a dyslexic adult...
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Kate Lund is a licensed clinical psychologist of 15 years, peak performance coach, best-selling author and TEDx speaker. Her specialized training in medical psychology includes world-renowned Shriners Hospital for Children, Boston, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, all of which are affiliated with Harvard Medical School. She uses a strengths-based approach to help her clients improve their confidence in school, sports and life while...
Send us Fan Mail We are happy to recommend the text-to-speech app, Speechify, for dyslexic students and adults! Check out our previous interviews with Speechify founder Cliff Weitzman here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2077817/episodes/14386818-learn-to-love-listening-ft-cliff-weitzman-dyslexic-founder-and-ceo-of-speechify https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2077817/episodes/14431089-solving-dyslexia-ft-cliff-weitzman-founder-and-ceo-of-speechify Note: we were provided a free license to u...
Send us Fan Mail Every kids is unique, but dyslexic kids share certain similarities. Why it's important to treat each child as the individual that they are. We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus r...
Send us Fan Mail In this fascinating interview with tattoo artist Beth Cupples, we explore her dyslexia and how it interacts with her art. You can find Beth and her work on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nine.crows We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert intervi...
Send us Fan Mail In this first episode of Season 2 of Dyslexia Journey, we share what's on our mind this back-to-school season! Our previous back-to-school episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2077817/episodes/13429053 We're excited to share new episodes with you every two weeks during season 2! We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and schoo...
Send us Fan Mail Leanne Tran is an Australian Psychologist who specializes in working with neurodiverse children and their families. You can find her at: https://www.leannetran.com.au/ You can find her podcast, “Parent like a psychologist” wherever you listen to podcasts or at https://learn.leannetran.com.au/podcasts/parent-like-a-psychologist We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can fe...
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we address your questions! The book we mention is Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to Be an Ally https://bookshop.org/p/books/demystifying-disability-what-to-know-what-to-say-and-how-to-be-an-ally-emily-ladau/15364182 We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping....
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