Literacy Talks

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Episode 109: Literacy Wins and Wishes: 2025 Recap

2025-12-1740:24

As 2025 draws to a close, the Literacy Talks trio—Stacy, Donell, and Lindsay—gather for a spirited season finale filled with highlights, reflections, and bold predictions. From progress in the science of reading to the growing spotlight on writing, integration, and instructional clarity, this episode captures the momentum and milestones of the past year. They also look ahead to 2026 with insights, hopes, and a few wishes for the future of literacy instruction. Join the conversation that celeb...

Episode 108: Things We’ve Heard (That We Wish Weren’t True)

2025-12-0345:48

Ever hear something in a meeting, online, or even at a conference that made you do a double take? In this episode, the hosts of Literacy Talks share surprising, questionable, and even cringe-worthy things they’ve heard about literacy—and why they wish they weren’t true. From conversations that raise eyebrows to persistent myths that refuse to fade, it’s all on the table. Tune in for thoughtful reactions, a little laughter, and a lot of clarity. 💬 Want more insights like this? Subscribe to th...

Episode 107: Rethinking AI Through a Literacy Lens: A Conversation with Viv Ramakrishnan

2025-11-2557:36

In this episode of Literacy Talks, we sit down with Viv Ramakrishnan, founder of Project Read AI, to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, pedagogy, and equity in literacy instruction. Viv shares his journey from teacher to tech innovator, the surprising limits of AI in decoding language, and how real-time, research-based tools are being designed with teachers—and students—at the center. SHOW NOTES Resources Mentioned in This Episode Project Read AI Viv Ramakrishnan’s platform ...

Episode 106: Inside Literacy: What Mattered Most at IDA 2025

2025-11-0544:33

In this special recap episode, Stacy Hurst and Donell Pons share key takeaways from the 2025 International Dyslexia Association Conference. While Lindsay Kemeny wasn’t able to attend, she joins the conversation to reflect on the insights and themes that emerged — including the newly revised definition of dyslexia, the critical role of literacy leadership, and the power of early, high-quality instruction. Whether you attended or not, this episode offers a practical and reflective look at what ...

Episode 105: Through the Eyes of Dyslexia: A Mother-Son Story

2025-10-2950:19

In this deeply personal episode of Literacy Talks, host Donell Pons sits down with her son Bridger for a heartfelt conversation about growing up—and parenting—through the lens of dyslexia. From early signs and school struggles to moments of breakthrough and discovery, their dialogue offers a rare, honest look at how learning differences affect families, relationships, and self-perception. Bridger shares what it was like to navigate a world that didn’t seem built for how his brain works, how s...

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