I, like many dyslexics, (sadly) grew up thinking I was stupid. I don’t want anyone else thinking they are dumb, less valued than those around them, or not good enough because their brain isn’t “normal.” That’s why I created the Dyslexia Is Our Superpower Podcast. Episode by episode a community of incredible dyslexics has formed to show the world that dyslexia truly is a superpower. So whether you are a family member or educator of an awesome dyslexic or whether you have dyslexic superpowers yourself I welcome you to the tribe.
A new spin on things: Originally I had the idea to introduce the character Super D, the Dyslexic Superhero in a four part episode special. However, after the first episode was so well received I had to give into the requests for more and have changed the format of the podcast to include our dyslexic superhero friend as well as an interview from a real life dyslexic.
“My advice (for parents) is to really support your kids and have a relationship outside of their dyslexia so it’s not all about education so that they really feel like an important person.” -Amy Noel
Amy’s Youtube channel can be found here.
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Super D is back this time with his friend Avery. But when Avery needs Super D’s help he’s unable to fly to her house. Instead he has to send for her to come to him. Why is Super D unable to fly? How does Avery get to Super D? And why does Avery need Super D’s help? All will be revealed…
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“Know you (dyslexics) are intelligent–we just have different skills.” -Lorena Hawkins
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Super D, the Dyslexic Superhero is back with a thrilling adventure. Georgina the troll is fed up from being teased for her size so she gets a potion from a friendly witch. Except it goes terribly wrong and only Georgina’s legs shrink. Super D and his dyslexic friend Kinzie are called to see if they can reverse the magic. Will they be able to help Georgina in time for her to compete in the ferning championships?
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The second part of our show is a conversation with author, inspirational speaker, and book writing coach Stephanie Jones. Stephanie was diagnosed with dyslexia as an adult and we learn what that was like.
“I go through life saying I’m just going to figure this out. It may not be how other people do it, it may not be the right way to do it, it may take me 5 times longer than anybody else, but I will do it and it’s all worth it for the sense of accomplishment when I finish something.” -Stephanie Jones
To learn more about Stephanie visit her website here. Her two books are The Gratitude Challenge and The Giving Challenge. They are available on her website and Amazon.
Super D is back with another adventure this time taking Gavin to a music festival. While there Gavin gets given an unusual opportunity, but will his self-doubt get in the way?
For the second half of the episode Gibby chats with real life dyslexic superhero musician Ed Roman. As a very special honor Ed has given us permission to play Red Omen, his song about being dyslexic. He has also graciously given us access to watch the animated video version of Red Omen which is below.
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Ed Roman’s music can be found on iTunes and Amazon and to visit his website click here.