All About Dyslexia Podcast

What happens when a passionate public school advocate realizes her child needs a different path to thrive? In this heartfelt episode, Meredith Descher shares her family’s journey through her son’s dyslexia diagnosis, the difficult decision to pursue specialized intervention at Lighthouse Academy, and his successful return to public school stronger and more confident than ever. This conversation ex...

In this episode of All About Dyslexia, hosts Traci Barrientos and Kayla Reggio sit down with Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson. They explore his “Tackle the Tape” initiative, efforts to reduce barriers across the state, and the evolving role his office plays in the business of education. The conversation highlights impactful changes happening in Mississippi and what they mean for stude...

In this episode, we sit down with Meghan S. Buchanan—engineer, mountaineer, and adventure athlete—who shares her journey of growing up with dyslexia and transforming challenges into strength. Through her personal framework, GGRIT—Gratitude, Growth, Resilience, Integrity, and Tenacity—Meghan explains how perseverance helped carry her from early academic struggles to climbing some of the world’s hig...

In this episode, we sit down with Maria Canning, founder of the Police National Dyslexia Association, and Rebecca Warner, founder of The Dyslexia Symbol. Maria shares how the Police National Dyslexia Association, launched in the Houses of Parliament in 2024, is helping provide resources and trained dyslexia advisors within police departments across the United Kingdom. Rebecca discusses the creatio...

In this episode, we sit down with Angela Williams, MAT, CALT, founder of Away with Words. With more than 20 years in education and extensive experience providing dyslexia therapy, Angela shares how targeted literacy intervention is helping children and young adults build stronger reading and language skills. She also discusses her work supporting the mission of the Academic Language Therapy Associ...

In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan W. Shook, MD, a physician with Hattiesburg Clinic Connections. Dr. Shook discusses his work providing medical evaluations, medication management, and treatment services for children and teenagers who struggle with learning differences, attention challenges, and behavioral concerns. This conversation highlights the important role medical professionals play...

In this episode, we sit down with Jasmin Dean, Ph. D. Candidate, CALT, LDT, Qualified Instructor in Training, founder of Celebrate Dyslexia School in San Antonio, Texas. Jasmin discusses her work supporting students with dyslexia through specialized instruction and shares her perspective on the movement to add dyslexia to the medical diagnostic code system. She explains how this change could signi...

In this mini-episode of ALTA Voices: Live from New Orleans, we sit down with Megan Pinchback, MBA, LDT, CALT, founder of Dyslexia on Demand. Megan shares her mission to expand access to dyslexia support and how innovative, on-demand resources are helping families, educators, and students navigate the challenges of dyslexia. Recorded live at the Academic Language Therapy Association National Confer...

In this episode of All About Dyslexia, Traci Barrientos and Stephanie sit down with Kayla Reggio, Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Lighthouse Academy for Dyslexia, to discuss her unique journey in the world of dyslexia. Kayla has spent her career teaching students with dyslexia, training educators, and contributing to research that highlights the importance of early identification and int...

In this season finale of All About Dyslexia, multidisciplinary artist Cecelia Moseley shares how dyslexia shaped her creative journey. Before words came easily, she learned to express meaning through art—turning struggle into strength. Cecelia reflects on learning differently, the power of creativity, and what is lost when language becomes only digital. Explore more about Cecelia Moseley at "Remna...

In this special All About Dyslexia episode, the mic is handed over to students. Hosted by Reese Lapin, this student-led conversation offers an honest, thoughtful, and often funny look at what it’s really like to learn with dyslexia. Reese shares her personal experiences and asks meaningful questions about dyslexia, school environments, and self-advocacy. She’s joined by fellow former Lighthouse Ac...

On this episode of the All About Dyslexia Podcast, we talk with a public school principal who is also the parent of a child with dyslexia. They share a unique perspective on how personal experience shapes professional leadership, and the challenges and triumphs of supporting students both at home and in school.

On this episode of the All About Dyslexia Podcast, we sit down with a mother and entrepreneur who has built her own business while navigating the unique opportunities and challenges of raising children with dyslexia. Join DeLenna and her daughters as we explore their journey, insights, and the lessons they've learned along the way.

Join Stephanie and Kayla Reggio, as they talk about the correlations between dyslexia and incarceration. The podcast welcomes a student's parents to talk about their experience. 

Join Stephanie as she welcomes Kayla Reggio, a fellow educator at Lighthouse Academy for Dyslexia, Certified Academic Language Therapist, and co-author of a Louisiana prison study on dyslexia and incarceration.

Join Traci and Stephanie as they welcome Dr. Katherine Pannel back to the podcast. Dr. Katherine Pannel is a Psychiatrist and the President of the Mississippi Medical Association. She is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Join Traci and Stephanie as they welcome Dr. Katherine Pannel to the podcast. Dr. Katherine Pannel is a Psychiatrist and the President of the Mississippi Medical Association. She is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

In this special episode of All About Dyslexia, we welcome Lynn Hosemann, wife of Mississippi's Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann, as she shares her personal journey with dyslexia through the eyes of her granddaughter. Lynn opens up about the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way, offering a heartfelt perspective on the impact of dyslexia on families. She also discusses the vit...

Tune in as we welcome Jonathan Barrientos, a chemical engineer who has overcome the challenges of dyslexia to achieve remarkable success. Jonathan shares his journey, from struggling with reading and writing as a child to earning his engineering degree and thriving in his career at Blue Origin.

Join Stephanie Hill and Traci Barrientos, founders of Lighthouse Academy for Dyslexia, as they launch an exciting new podcast that shines a light on all things dyslexia!