Season 1 - Episode 1 RERUN
Aug 07, 2025
We're taking a trip down memory lane! As we get ready for Season 4, we're revisiting the very beginning with a special rerun of our first episodes from each season. Join us as we look back at the origins of this podcast, with our first ever episode.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:01 - Introduction to Dyslexia and Personal Confidence
00:01:35 - Family Influence and Varied Dyslexia Experiences
00:03:41 - Kobe Bryant and the Drive for Overcoming Challenges
00:06:06 - School Segregation and Early Educational Challenges
00:09:09 - Parental Support and School Dynamics
00:12:46 - Childhood and Small Town School Experiences
00:15:36 - Overcoming Learning Challenges and Social Struggles in School
00:19:29 - The Impact of Dyslexia and Classroom Humiliation
00:20:28 - Standing Up to Bullying and Parental Advocacy
00:22:47 - Understanding Struggling Students and Challenging School Stereotypes
00:24:30 - Early Identification and Support for Mental Health in Schools
00:27:00 - The Importance of Empathy and Community Awareness
00:28:40 - A New Perspective on Suicide and Mental Health
00:30:30 - Impact of Technology on Communication and Childhood Development
00:34:50 - Dyslexia, Communication Challenges, and the Power of Voice
00:36:52 - Dyslexia Strengths and Corporate Hiring Challenges
00:39:26 - The Impact of Poor Communication on Small Businesses
00:42:18 - Dyslexia, Technology, and the Need for Human Interaction
00:44:38 - Challenges with Assistive Technology in Education
00:46:25 - Perseverance and Support Systems in Overcoming Dyslexia Challenges
00:48:53 - Overcoming Learning Disabilities and Late Real-World Entry
00:50:00 - The Power of Relatability in Coaching Youth
00:54:44 - The Importance of Teaching Over Winning in Sports
00:56:11 - Simplifying Coaching for Young Athletes
00:57:09 - Navigating Misunderstanding and Exhaustion in Public Life
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