Dear Dyslexic Podcast

Dear Dyslexic Podcast

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Dear Dyslexic Podcast episodes

  • Episode 57: Part 2 with Garth Robinson from Mindhabits
    In the second part of this two-part series, Shae speaks with Gareth Robinson from Mindhabits. Gareth shares with Shae the Habit Staker and how by creating tiny habits every day we can start to manage and cope not just during stressful and traumatic times, but in managing day-to-day life.
    Having lost his brother and 3 close mates to suicide, he is a passionate mental health advocate who specialises in helping clients sell better, find more time, less stress, and better habits. Gareth’s professional and personal purpose overlap as he does his bit to help people live better and organisations grow. He loves contributing to his community, shining a light on the importance of developing good mental health, and redefining success.
    This episode contains sensitive discussions about grief, loss and suicide, including personal experiences and mental health challenges. If you find any of this content distressing, seek support:
    Life Line on 13 11 14
    BeyondBlue counsellor on 1300 22 46
    58 min
  • Episode 56 with Garth Robinson from Mindhabits
    In this two-part series, Shae speaks with Gareth Robinson from Mindhabits. Gareth shares with Shae how tiny habits can help us manage and cope during stressful and traumatic times.
    Having lost his brother and 3 close mates to suicide, he is a passionate mental health advocate who specialises in helping clients sell better, find more time, less stress, and better habits. Gareth’s professional and personal purpose overlap as he does his bit to help people live better and organisations grow. He loves contributing to his community, shining a light on the importance of developing good mental health, and redefining success.
    This episode contains sensitive discussions about grief, loss and suicide, including personal experiences and mental health challenges. If you find any of this content distressing, seek support:
    Life Line on 13 11 14
    BeyondBlue counsellor on 1300 22 4636
    47 min
  • Episode 55 with Mark Long, I AM LEX
    In this episode, Shae speaks with Mark Long from I AM LEX. Mark created a brand new communication tailored for the 21st century by rebranding the dyslexic identity to reflect the modern age ~ I AM LEX. Dyslexia is riddled with old paradigms, misunderstandings, false narratives, and a harmful stigma. It is about time to showcase the extraordinary creatives and exceptional problem solvers with something that connects them all for neurodiversity.
    44 min
  • Episode 54 life as a neurodivergent parent with Autumn O’Connor and Tammy McGown

    In this episode, Shae speaks with Autumn O’Connor and Tammy McGown about raising children as neurodivergent parents the ups, downs, and the many laughs along the way.

    Autumn O'Connor is a new mother to a wonderful little man; learning how to give him a strong secure attachment, so he may grow up feeling safe, loved and free to be himself. Autumn is a twice-exceptional adult (autism, gifted IQ, dyslexia and dyscalculia), and believes her neurominority lived experiences give her a unique perspective on life. 

    Tammy McGowan (she/her) a mum and was dianginsed late in adulthood. Tammy is autistic and adhd’er who is also dyslectic, dyscalculic, has an auditory processing disorder and has chronic health conditions.

    57 min
  • Episode 53 Councillor Teeny Brumby

    In this episode, Shae speaks with Councillor Teeny Brumby from Burnie, Tasmania.

    Teeny is an effervescent and outgoing Wife and Mum of four children who LOVES op-shopping, coffee and public speaking and is an amazing dyslexic advocate.

    We hope you enjoy this podcast as much as Shae enjoyed speaking with Teeny!

    49 min
  • Episode 52 Dyslexia and the Law
    In this episode, Shae speaks with Ben Fogarty.Ben is a barrister at Denman Chambers, with expertise in discrimination law (specialising in disability discrimination), administrative law, criminal law, guardianship and mental health law, and employment and industrial relations laws. He has been a barrister for 10 years and, prior to that, was a solicitor for 12 years. Prior to being called to the bar, Ben was the senior solicitor at the Homeless Persons’ Legal Service. He has also been the Acting Director of Pro Bono at Gilbert+Tobin Lawyers, the principal solicitor at the Intellectual Disability Rights Service, the outreach solicitor at the Darwin Community Legal Service and the principal solicitor of the NSW Disability Discrimination Legal Centre. He has also worked at Redfern Legal Centre and the Inner-City Legal Centre. Ben's work in the community legal sector covered a very broad range of laws. Ben also taught criminal law for 9 years at the University of New South Wales, his last year being 2012. Ben has advised and appeared both for applicants and respondents in New South Wales, Queensland and Commonwealth disability discrimination.This podcast has been sponsored by the Australian Finance Group Australia (AFG). Australian Finance Group was established in 1994. For 27 years we have been on a mission to create a fairer financial future for Australians. And that starts with providing our brokers with unwavering support, powerful tools, and passionate expertise to grow their business, their future. Australians trust their brokers with their biggest assets, and in turn, our brokers trust us with theirs.
    52 min
  • Episode 52 Dyslexia and Workplace Law

    In this episode, Shae speaks with Ben Fogarty.

    Ben is a barrister at Denman Chambers, with expertise in discrimination law (specialising in disability discrimination), administrative law, criminal law, guardianship and mental health law, and employment and industrial relations laws. He has been a barrister for 10 years and, prior to that, was a solicitor for 12 years. Prior to being called to the bar, Ben was the senior solicitor at the Homeless Persons’ Legal Service. He has also been the Acting Director of Pro Bono at Gilbert+Tobin Lawyers, the principal solicitor at the Intellectual Disability Rights Service, the outreach solicitor at the Darwin Community Legal Service and the principal solicitor of the NSW Disability Discrimination Legal Centre. He has also worked at Redfern Legal Centre and the Inner-City Legal Centre. Ben's work in the community legal sector covered a very broad range of laws. Ben also taught criminal law for 9 years at the University of New South Wales, his last year being 2012. Ben has advised and appeared both for applicants and respondents in New South Wales, Queensland and Commonwealth disability discrimination.

    This podcast has been sponsored by the Australian Finance Group Australia (AFG). 

    Australian Finance Group was established in 1994. For 27 years we have been on a mission to create a fairer financial future for Australians. And that starts with providing our brokers with unwavering support, powerful tools, and passionate expertise to grow their business, their future. Australians trust their brokers with their biggest assets, and in turn, our brokers trust us with theirs.

    52 min
  • Episode 51 with Natalia Lyckowski Leader Global Neurodiversity @ IBM Business Resource Group Co-Chair.

    In this episode, Shae speaks with Natalia Lychowski who is proudly neurodivergent Nat is a Business Transformation Analyst, the Global Neurodiversity Advancement Leader, and Leader of Global Neurodiversity @ IBM Business Resource Group Co-Chair.

    This podcast has been proudly sponsored by IMC training. With more than 25 years of experience, 12 international locations, and 350 employees, imc is the leading full-service provider of digital training. Experts in the fields of technology, e-learning content and strategy work hand in hand to provide holistic and customized e-learning solutions - worldwide.

    1,300+ commercial enterprises, government organisations and educational institutes with over 10 million learners around the world rely on imc's holistic and bespoke solutions. To learn more visit www.im-c.com

    41 min
  • Episode 50 Neurodiversity in the workplace special edition podcast

    We are so excited to be launching our 50th podcast, with nearly 25000 downloads worldwide our podcasts continue to be a valuable resource to our growing community! 

    This is a special edition podcast episode from our Living Successfully with Dyslexia 2021 Conference. Shae had a round table conversation with Autumn O’Conner, Tammy McGown and Dr. Rebecca Flower on neurodiversity in the workplace. 

    57 min
  • Episode 49 with Darlene McLennan ADCET

    In this podcast Shae speaks with Darlene McLennan is the Manager of the Australian Disability Clearinghouse on Education and Training (ADCET) and the National Disability Coordination Officer for Tasmania. Both of which are hosted by the University of Tasmania. 

    35 min

About Dear Dyslexic Podcast

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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.