Dont Call On Me, The Dyslexia Podcast

In this episode of Don't Call on Me, The Dyslexia Podcast, Megan and Eryn sit down with Lainie S. Donnell, an educational therapist, college counselor, and transition specialist who brings deep empathy and expertise to her work because she's walked the path herself. Diagnosed with dyslexia and processing deficits in second grade, and ADHD in high school, Lainie shares how her personal academic cha...

In this powerful episode of the Don't Call On Me Podcast, hosts Megan and Eryn sit down with Lucia and her remarkable daughter, Ansley, to share a family's journey through years of misdiagnoses, academic struggles, and ultimately, triumph. Ansley, along with her twin brother Dawson, both have dyslexia and dysgraphia, yet each faced unique hurdles to get the right support. Misdiagnosed with anxiety...

In this powerful episode of the Don't Call on Me Podcast, Megan and Eryn welcome Lisa Jensen DeLaet, a mother of two children with dyslexia, who has become a fierce advocate for early intervention and the science of reading. She shares her journey of discovering her 9-year-old son's dyslexia in kindergarten and the uphill battle she waged to secure evaluations, accommodations, and an IEP—all while...

In this heartfelt episode of Don't Call on Me, Megan and Eryn sit down with Raine Anderson and her family to share their inspiring journey through dyslexia. From the early signs at age four to thriving as an incoming high school freshman, Raine's story is a testament to resilience and the power of a supportive community. Hear how Raine's family navigated a maze of IEPs, ARDs, private schools, home...

In this episode, Megan and Eryn sit down with Jen Milton, a homeschooling mother of four who has been educating her children at home from the very beginning. Jen shares her unique journey as a parent of two children with dyslexia. Her first child was diagnosed in 2021, and since then, her family's approach to education has evolved. Jen talks candidly about the transformative power of consistent dy...

Ameer Baraka, Emmy-nominated actor, author, and advocate, turned years of struggle with undiagnosed dyslexia into a life of purpose. From academic frustration and hardship to self-discovery and advocacy, his journey shows the power of resilience, the impact of literacy, and the courage it takes to rewrite your own story. Dyslexia On Demand   Book a consultation with Megan to discuss CALT therapy....

Miss Nebraska's Teen 2024, Janae Harris, was diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD in third grade after struggling to read despite a high IQ. Now a passionate advocate, Janae shares how she turned her challenges into strengths, and why she believes every learner deserves to thrive. Join Megan and Eryn for a powerful conversation about confidence, neurodiversity, and embracing your story. Dyslexia On De...

In this episode of Don't Call on Me, The Dyslexia Podcast, hosts Megan and Eryn sit down with Amir Bar, CEO and co-founder of UCNLearn. A passionate advocate and innovator, Amir draws on his own experiences with dyslexia to design technology that makes reading intervention more accessible and effective. With a degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, contributions to the Texas Dyslexi...

In this episode of Don't Call on Me – The Dyslexia Podcast, Megan and Eryn sit down with Kareem Weaver, Co-Founder and Executive Director of FULCRUM and one of today's most powerful voices for literacy justice. Featured in the 2023 documentary The Right to Read, Kareem brings a lifetime of experience as an educator, administrator, and community leader to the urgent conversation about why so many c...

In this episode of Don't Call on Me - The Dyslexia Podcast, Megan and Eryn talk with Matt Pashby about how a late diagnosis of a learning disability in high school changed the course of his life.  Matt shares openly about the challenges he faced before diagnosis, the relief of finding people who understood, and the ways that community continues to shape his life today. His story highlights the pow...

In this episode of Don't Call on Me, The Dyslexia Podcast, Megan and Eryn are joined by Brett Tingley, a leading force in the national movement for effective literacy instruction. As Founder and President of Parents for Reading Justice and producer of the widely viewed documentary Our Dyslexic Children, Brett has mobilized thousands of parents to demand systemic change in how schools identify and...

In this episode of Don't Call on Me, The Dyslexia Podcast, Megan and Eryn sit down with Nicole Holcomb, educator, counselor, attorney, entrepreneur, and the powerhouse behind Dyslexia Mom Life. Nicole shares her winding professional path from teaching and school counseling to legal advocacy, all shaped and sharpened by her most important role: mom to a dyslexic daughter. Together, they explore how...

This week, Megan and Eryn talk with Melissa Leach, founder of Leach Literacy Training, whose work is helping transform classrooms into joyful spaces where all readers and writers can thrive. A former classroom teacher, literacy specialist, and professional learning designer, Melissa has spent her career equipping educators with the tools they need to make literacy success feel possible, and powerf...

In this episode, Megan and Eryn sit down with learning specialist David Wildkress. With over two decades of experience supporting neurodivergent individuals, David brings both professional expertise and deep personal insight into what it means to live and thrive with complex neurodiverse profiles. David shares stories from his childhood growing up in a neurodivergent household, including the later...

On this episode of Don't Call On Me, The Dyslexia Podcast, hosts Megan and Eryn welcome Meghan Buchanan—Aerospace Engineer, adventure athlete, and fierce advocate for dyslexia awareness. Meghan shares her inspiring journey of overcoming childhood adversity, defying stereotypes as a neurodivergent woman in STEM, and pushing the limits of human endurance in the world's harshest environments. From su...

In this moving episode of Don't Call On Me - The Dyslexia Podcast, Megan and Eryn sit down with Dr. Jeffrey Karp, PhD. to explore a pivotal moment that changed the course of his life. As a young child struggling in school, unable to read, recall, or conform to classroom norms, Jeffrey felt lost, anxious, and misunderstood. But during a summer in special education, a single question opened a door:...

In this episode of the Don't Call on Me Dyslexia Podcast, hosts Megan and Eryn sit down with Mallary Lattanze—a certified academic language therapist (CALT), dedicated advocate, and leader in the dyslexia community. Mallary shares her personal journey as a diagnosed dyslexic, her experiences as a classroom teacher, and her impact on dyslexia education through both public and private schools. From...

In this episode of the Don't Call On Me, The Dyslexia Podcast, Megan and Eryn sit down with Shahrzad Davani, a director, producer, and creative force behind hit projects like Abbott Elementary, St. Denis Medical, and How to Die Alone. With experience spanning directing, producing, and writing, Shahrzad has played a key role in shaping compelling narratives across film and television. Tune in as sh...

In this episode of the Don't Call On Me Podcast, Megan and Eryn sit down with Robbi Cooper, a dedicated leader from Decoding Dyslexia Texas, whose mission is to Educate, Advocate, and Legislate for students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other specific learning disabilities. She works tirelessly to improve outcomes by collaborating with parents, schools, districts, and policymakers—both in Texas a...

In this episode of the Don't Call On Me Podcast, Megan and Eryn sit down with Missy Purcell, a former balanced literacy teacher whose perspective on reading instruction was transformed when her son was diagnosed with dyslexia. Faced with the gaps in his education, Missy discovered the power of evidence-based instruction and became a passionate advocate for structured literacy. Now, she's on a miss...

In this episode of the Don't Call On Me Podcast, Megan and Eryn sit down with Nicola Lott, a passionate advocate for neurodiverse learners. As a dyslexic person from a family of dyslexics, Nicola experienced firsthand the challenges of navigating an education system that wasn't designed for her. From boarding school struggles to discovering her love for teaching in Japan, Nicola's unconventional p...

 In this episode of Don't Call on Me, Megan and Eryn speak with Josh Dominelli, an inspiring adult diagnosed with dyslexia in first grade. From an early age, Josh committed himself to the hard work of learning, adapting, and thriving despite the challenges dyslexia presented. Josh shares insights into how his diagnosis shaped his education, career, and personal growth. With a lifelong dedication t...

In this inspiring episode of The Don't Call on Me Podcast, Megan and Eryn sit down with Scott Lindsey—a creative powerhouse who has turned his dyslexic challenges into a multifaceted advantage. Growing up in a Louisiana school system that misunderstood dyslexia, Scott faced significant setbacks, from being held back to enduring ridicule in the classroom. Yet, his natural creativity became his savi...

In this inspiring episode of The Don't Call on Me Podcast , hosts Eryn and Megan sit down with Patrick McKenna, an adult with dyslexia who has a powerful message for anyone navigating life with a learning difference. Patrick shares his personal journey—overcoming challenges, embracing his unique strengths, and finding success on his own terms. Through candid reflections and heartfelt advice, Patri...

In this episode of the Don't Call on Me podcast, hosts Megan and Eryn sit down with Jennifer Hyland, a passionate advocate for her daughter Jill, who faced significant challenges before being diagnosed with dyslexia. Jennifer shares her family's journey—from missing early warning signs to navigating an ineffective 504 plan and ultimately finding hope through intensive remediation at a private scho...