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Jo Rees
In this podcast series, Jo Rees gives a voice to the extraordinary stories and achievements of ordinary people. Join her as she interviews the everyday people who have crossed her path who have inspired her by being courageous in their actions leading the way for others. Some have gone against the grain of society and are working towards making the world a better place, some have overcome adversity brightening other people’s lives on their way. Some have set themselves unusual goals and worked towards them whilst juggling the struggles of everyday life! Ordinary Pioneers is a podcast containing a combination of one-off interviews alongside some revisiting regulars. Each episode is crammed full of conversation that will leave you as the listener empowered to be the change you want to see and work towards making your dreams a reality, learning that when we are prepared to be brave life is full of choice. Follow @ordinary_pioneers on Instagram Jo Rees is an expert on Dyslexia running her own business Another Way Round Dyslexia support.Find her in Facebook Jo Rees and Another Way Round Dyslexia Support. Www.anotherwayround.co.uk The Podcast
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With Dyslexia Awareness month now in full swing this weeks podcast episode I dig deep into the purpose and reasons behind me doing what I do.
How society views, perceives and understands dyslexia hugely shapes how successful a person can be. This is the biggest issue when it comes to dyslexia and it remains so misunderstood. This dyslexia awareness month I intend to do all I can to show up and help people
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In this episode I reflecting on being “that parent” when raising and advocating for dyslexic children, and sharing insights from the Positive Dyslexia Conference in Twickenham where I was a keynote speaker.
As parents of dyslexic children, we’re often told not to be “that parent” – the one who pushes, questions, and challenges. But what if advocating for your child’s needs isn’t about being difficult, but about love, support, and preventing disengagement from education? In this episode, I unpick my own parenting journey, explore when I had to step up and push for change, and share strategies for working with schools and teachers instead of against them.
I also talk about:
- Why I shifted my keynote talk from “Parenting Successful Dyslexics” to exploring dyslexia from a parent’s perspective.
- The reality of advocating for dyslexic children in schools as both a parent and former SENCO.
- Why in-person conferences like the Positive Dyslexia Limited event are still so powerful for connection, learning, and confidence.
- My upcoming Isle of Wight Dyslexia Conference and why it’s worth showing up in real life.
If you’re a parent of a dyslexic child, an educator, or simply curious about the lived experience of dyslexia, this episode is for you.
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This week, I’m talking about the first full week of term—the one where clubs start, routines get real, and tiredness hits. Inside:
- Rebel Up mentoring — powerful breakthroughs as we start with “love your dyslexic brain” and unpick how your brain works.
- The POD (Parents of Dyslexics) — September pop-up is buzzing: weekend meltdowns, why they happen, and proactive supports that help. Join here: POD – Parents of Dyslexics (sign-up)
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* CPD & practising certificate — head down, training done; socials a bit quieter because… bandwidth is real.
* Uni send-off — the invisible mental load we carry for our kids (and the space that returns once a big milestone passes).
* Masking at home — how strong family structures can hide genuine needs at school, and why proactive systems beat firefighting.
* Parenting theme for the year — keynotes on raising successful dyslexics and protecting mental health/anxiety:
+ 18 Sept 2025 — 2nd Twickenham Dyslexia Conference, The Exchange, Twickenham. Tickets/info: Positive Dyslexia conference page
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+ 27 Sept 2025 — Bell House Dyslexia Fair 2025, Dulwich. Details: Bell House event page
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* The “over-delivery” debate — after my GCSE post picked up traction, I unpack what I mean: when effort ≠ attainment, compensatory strategies, and working with (not against) a dyslexic/ADHD brain. Chime in with your view!
* Book progress — back into a writing rhythm on navigating the education system; aiming to pitch to a publisher.
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This week, I tried something new: recording the podcast on video and streaming at the same time. Why? Because the messy, real-time reality of dyslexia + ADHD is worth normalising.
Inside the episode:
- Back-to-school the “last-minute” way — why doing it in the final week actually reduces stress for dyslexic/ADHD brains, and how my pop-up parent community The POD (Parents of Dyslexics) followed along with checklists and lives.
- Year 11 & GCSE pressure — my daughter’s “clicker” experiment (41 GCSE mentions in one day!) and a practical exercise to set your own happy-heart grades + a three-column priorities list.
- When routines slip — I mix up times, miss calls, and then… self-talk, compassion, and putting strategies back in place.
- Coaching, ducks, and clarity — why my ducks aren’t in a row (but I know where they are), and how mentoring helps me decide what truly matters this week.
- Running a business while parenting neurodivergent teens — the “hattrick” of interruptions and knowing when to pause and try again in a better window.
- Conferences & CPD — Isle of Wight conference prep, speaking in London (mid/late September), and renewing my Dyslexia Practising Certificate without the overwhelm.
If you’re navigating school transitions, GCSE season, or simply trying to keep your ducks (chaotic as they are) swimming in the same pond — this one’s for you.
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In this episode, I attempt to get back to routine and begin the back to school prep sharing why this can be tricky for dyslexic ADHD children and parents!
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In this episode, I dig deep into confidence and what makes us confident and how we measure our confidence! The importance of finding what you’re good at, as well as the importance of taking responsibility and trying to develop your skill set no matter what your start point!
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In this episode, I discuss how as parents we have to model resilience to our children. How we need systems in place to support our working memory and also keep things tidy, and finally how many people with dyslexia emotionally harm themselves by the way the speak to themselves in their heads!
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In this episode, I discuss overwhelmed and when as dyslexic we need to tough love ourselves! It’s also a great example of ADHD in real life!!
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In this episode, I talk about my epic access to Work fail where I missed the deadline!
Also give you an insight into what it’s like managing my own ADHD as well as my kids!
It’s a good one!
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This episode is longer than usual because there was a lot to say!!
I discussed ADHD managing it. Unpicking the differences between dyslexia and ADHD, and how it might show up for yourself or children in your class.
I think I want to talk about why we need to be kind to teachers, and when it comes to supporting Dyslexia, we can rely on ourselves as parents and why this is!
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This episode I talk through the conflicting expectations. Parents have to manage when supporting a child through education system.!
We also give you a quick update on what’s been going on in my dyslexic world!
It’s ALOT… in what is possibly the shortest episode!
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In this episode, I discus what I’ve been up to this week the feeling of overwhelmed and that moment in every project where you feel like you wanna quit.
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In this episode I share my travel experiences and knowledge and how parenting impacted my dyslexia!
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In this episode, I discussed Jamie Oliver’s dyslexia Revolution how that impacted me personally and professionally!
I also talk about what has been going on in Dyslexia life with Jo Rees, and share more details on the conference that’s happening in November
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In this episode, I talk about the invisible effort dyslexics put in that nobody ever seems to notice!
I also share, some vulnerability about myself and my business, but how we can’t play a victim have to own it and move ourselves forward!
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In this episode, I discuss what my WHY is in terms of why I chose to be a teacher and a Dyslexia!
The importance of inspiration, and being visible!
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Welcome to the podcast where I normalise how Dyslexia shows up in everyday life, hoping this raises awareness and makes people with Dyslexia feel less alone!
I kick off season three talking about how Dyslexia constantly evolves, and shows up for us differently depending what’s happening in our lives, what I’ve been up to in the last few months and the importance of self belief!
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This episode is a juicy one!!!
I discussed times when Dyslexia is more prominent, my ADHD diagnosis as well as what I’ve been up to in my professional world!
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This week I mentioned the new definition of Dyslexia, managing dyslexia and everyday life and vulnerability
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This week is children’s mental health awareness week. I share ideas and discuss
the importance of developing confidence and self-esteem as a prerequisite to supporting mental health.
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I’ll give you the rundown of my dyslexic ADHD week and life in this episode!
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In this episode, I discussed the position of dyslexia and ADHD am my personal and professional dyslexic week!
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This week I discuss exam access unpicking overwhelm and the challenge! Own your Dyslexia in four weeks!
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How’s your 2025 so far? In this episode, I start off by thinking like I’ve had a slow start, but when I look at everything I’ve achieved, I’ve not done bad for just seven days in January!
Oh, and if you’ve listened and wanna be one of the 1st to sign up to our first ever challenge… own your Dyslexia in four weeks! The link is here!
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In this episode, I discuss it’s okay not to be okay, but at some point we have to start taking action so what will your next step be!
I also discuss my biggest dyslexic pet peeve which is people with Dyslexia pretending that they’re not clever!!!
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In this episode, I talk about barriers and what do we actually mean by barriers to learning.
How do we identify them? How do we remove them? How do we support them? How do we get rid of them?
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In this episode I talk about impostor syndrome, getting used to the feeling of not being good enough, I’m working with it, the importance of prioritising and how this can be a dyslexic strength, and losing a passport and struggling to order an Uber are related to Dyslexia!
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This season I decided to interview and hang out with some of the dyslexic people in my world, and bring you their experiences of dyslexia in everyday life!
Still aiming to normalise what it feels like to be dyslexic, share our dyslexic experiences and errors, hopefully making you the listener feel less alone.
In this episode, I chat to Annie Hitchman, a women's Dyslexia and ADHD coach and one of the founders of Unapologetically U. She has some beautiful insights into supporting out mental health.
This season I decided to interview and hang out with some of the dyslexic people in my world, and bring you their experiences of dyslexia in everyday life!
Still aiming to normalise what it feels like to be dyslexic, share our dyslexic experiences and errors, hopefully making you the listener feel less alone.
In this episode, I chat to Liz Day, we discuss dyslexia and parenting, and studying and ADHD!
This season I decided to interview and hang out with some of the dyslexic people in my world, and bring you their experiences of dyslexia in everyday life!
Still aiming to normalise what it feels like to be dyslexic, share our dyslexic experiences and errors, hopefully making you the listener feel less alone.
In this episode, I chat to Arran Smith the founder of the Dyslexia Show which has been rebranded for 2025 as the Neurodiversity Show. We chat about how dyslexia shows up in everyday life for Arran and he shares his top tips.
Find out more about the NEURODIVERSITY SHOW 2025 here!
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This season I decided to interview and hang out with some of the dyslexic people in my world, and bring you their experiences of dyslexia in everyday life!
Still aiming to normalise what it feels like to be dyslexic, share our dyslexic experiences and errors, hopefully making you the listener feel less alone.
In this episode, I chat to Cat, one of the founders of the dyscalculia network! so this episode is all about maths and maths difficulties might show up and some tips to support it!
This season I decided to interview and hang out with some of the dyslexic people in my world, and bring you their experiences of dyslexia in everyday life!
Still aiming to normalise what it feels like to be dyslexic, share our dyslexic experiences and errors, hopefully making you the listener feel less alone.
This season I decided to interview and hang out with some of the dyslexic people in my world, and bring you their experiences of dyslexia in everyday life!
Still aiming to normalise what it feels like to be dyslexic, share our dyslexic experiences and errors, hopefully making you the listener feel less alone.
In this episode, I’m really sorry, but you’re back to me! a very dyslexic week followed by limited time to edit this episode led to me recording my very own episode that didn’t need everything on my phone! Listen to discover where Dyslexia has shown up for me this week!
This season I decided to interview and hang out with some of the dyslexic people in my world, and bring you their experiences of dyslexia in everyday life!
Still aiming to normalise what it feels like to be dyslexic, share our dyslexic experiences and errors, hopefully making you the listener feel less alone.
In this episode I interview Matt Head, the founder of Dyslexia Life Hacks Podcast. Matt is a lovely calming influence in the dyslexia world. He is a successful engineer by day. Matt was diagnosed with Dyslexia at school, he shares where dyslexia shows up for him in everyday life... AND provides some fantastic tips!
This season I decided to interview and hang out with some of the dyslexic people in my world, and bring you their experiences of dyslexia in everyday life!
Still aiming to normalise what it feels like to be dyslexic, share our dyslexic experiences and errors, hopefully making you the listener feel less alone.
In this episode I interview Louise Selby, a fellow Dyslexia Assessor and the founder of an incredible programme to support reading and spelling called Morph Mastery. She shares why she loves being a specialist assessor and teacher of dyslexia and gives some fantastic dyslexic friendly tips for teachers.
This season I decided to interview and hang out with some of the dyslexic people in my world, and bring you their experiences of dyslexia in everyday life!
Still aiming to normalise what it feels like to be dyslexic, share our dyslexic experiences and errors, hopefully making you the listener feel less alone.
In this episode I interview Darren Clark, the OG Dyslexic Influencer, and founder of Neurodiversity Stories. Travel problems comes up a lot in this podcast, and Darren shares some great top tips for managing dyslexia in day to day life.
WE ARE BACK!!!!!!!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This week I am back, find out what I have been up to in the last few months and learn what season 2 of the podcast with sound like!!!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This week I discuss dyscalculia, the new computer and taking a break!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This week I discuss dyslexia and mental health as it’s mental health awareness week!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This week I discuss trying to do everything myself and seeking out my helpful people! It’s okay not to know everything and ask for help!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This week I discuss the weekly food shop, parenting as a neurodiverse parent and people who exploit our dyslexia
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This week I share where dyslexia showed up for me this week?
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This week I discuss success looks like and tell you what has been happening in just professional dyslexic world
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
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Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This week discover why people with dyslexia rely on routine!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This week I talk about things to avoid when you are in dyslexic overwhelm, managing emails and being dyslexic!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This week I talk about how your mind goes blank or you loose your train if though! (Happened to me this week whilst being interviewed!) common dyslexic spelling errors and bridging 2 worlds and why your voice matters!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This week I talk about the Dyslexia show and how being crazy busy with no time to breath leads to Dyslexia burnout!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This week I talk about Dyslexia show prep and build up… and howImposter syndrome gets us all!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
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Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
In this episode I talk from my heart, without a plan, sharing my current dyslexic reality and how I am managing it!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This episode I talk about, working with your dyslexia brain not against it, cleverness and managing dyslexic errors.
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This episode I talk about, working memory roulette, self esteem and academic sets!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This episode I talk about, celebrating our successes and wins, routine and how this helps or hinders our productivity, pure sound and bad hair cuts!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This episode I talk about how tiredness and parenting and how this can impact our dyslexia! I also talk about Warwickshire County Councils views on SEND and the Dyslexia Show!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This episode I talk about exam access arrangements and how the perception of how good we are at something can make a huge difference to how well we do at it!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This episode I talk about dyslexia and confidence and trusting yourself, BBC Traitors and Harry Clark, learning new skills, finding your strengths and using your dyslexic voice.
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This episode I talk about never been too old for a diagnosis, emails, procrastinating when things are new, reading for pleasure and left and right!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This episode I talk about exam access arrangements, and how I manage my dyslexia in the home, decluttering and organising and planning and scheduling!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
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Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This episode I talk about how dyslexia showed up over Christmas and new year and my plans for 2024!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
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Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
In this episode shopping, shopping lists, filling processes and dyslexic clues!
Happy Christmas guys!!!!!!!!!!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
In this episode I give a round up of my dyslexic week professionally! Share an example of how there are different ways to learn things using music as an example and share how dyslexic profiles are different!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
In this episode I talk about the importance of working with our brains rather than against them, playing to our strengths, not comparing ourselves to others and being kind to ourselves!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
In this episode I share where dyslexia has shown up in my personal life this week! There were a lot of places. I also talk about what I do when I spot someone might have dyslexia or is finding something difficult because of potential processing.
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
In this episode I discuss my upcoming masterclass the ABC of ADHD, email management, masking and my daughters way of managing a busy day!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
This episode I discuss slowing down and prioritising, the motivation to overcome dyslexic challenges and how some environments and people make your dyslexia worse!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
It’s difficult to summarise this episode because dyslexia was very woven into both my week and my conversation. I talk of writing under pressure, Christmas prep (or lack of it!) procrastination verses getting started and why I think dyslexia is visible and how we make it more visible!
I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
In this episode I talk supporting your children (and self with organisation!) so you feel less anxious, working memory, what I’ve been up to professionally and how to get started when you feel overwhelmed!
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I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
In this episode I’m very tired… I keep using UM! Watts App groups, Menus Too Much Language, and inspirational adults finding ‘another way round!’
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I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
In this episode I talk about scheduling, being a dyslexic parent, social media, overwhelm and support in school.
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I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
In this episode I talk about dates and times, and getting them wrong, dyslexic friendly dentists, feeling out of my depth, dyslexic strengths and the alphabet!
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I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
A place where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
In this episode find out about my dyslexia friendly training at UKSA, Summer Suffragette or is it Suffragette Summer, my short term working memory my new collaboration for Touch Type Read and Spell and the Advanced British Standard!
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I decided to turn my dyslexic ramblings into a podcast!
Although in this episode I call it a blog, 🤦♀️ classic dyslexic error right there! Using the wrong word!
Welcome to the launch episode where I share my dyslexic experiences, strengths, observations and life!
Some personal some professional!
Normalising what it feels like to be dyslexic, dyslexic experiences and errors!
I’m this episode too much language on a football side line, reverse parking, transitions and soup! Oh and dyslexia week 2023 and dyslexia show 2024 prep!
In this episode you get to meet the truly inspirational Jayne Derbyshire.
Boss lady extrodinare!
Jayne tells us all about her life as a performer, before she become the proud owner of Spotlight Iow Ltd and how she runs this as a professional theatre company along with 5 stage schools.
She shares how the pandemic hit her business hard - but how the tragic loss of one of her family members changed her entire perspective on life.
Jayne also tells us how the coffee bubble was born!
Literally bursting with inspiration this episode is a MUST listen... grab a proper cup of coffee and strap ya self in for a brilliant episode.
In this episode I share my experiences of self belief, I talking running weight loss and weight gain and goal setting.
As its mothers day we thought we would celebrate motherhood - step mums, mums who had babies by IVF, surrogate mums, mums who were lucky and just became mums, aunties and grandma's who are mums, and dads that take on the role of mums when they are no longer here.
... then there are the mums who have adopted, and did not start with their baby at 0 and what about the mothers who are mothers but don't have a child to show because they have been forced to give their child away for adoption?
In this episode I introduce you to the amazing Ordinary Pioneer Nik Attfield. Nik gives a voice to the hundreds and thousands of women who were forced to give up their babies in the 50s, 60s and 70s and educates us on the differences between adoption then and now. She shines a light on the complexities of adoption. She shares her personal story of being adopted and adopting 2 daughters. Its an utterly beautiful conversation, intimate and thought provoking.
Nik is the most brilliant Mum - and full of so much wisdom and knowledge on this subject. I feel sure you will leave this episode feeling richer for listening and im very grateful she was able to share her experiences with us.
In this episode I am joined by the wonderful Natasha Whitty who shares her experience of teaching in key Stage 1 for 16 years.
Natasha loved teaching, and was the kind of teacher you would LOVE to teach your children. Some personal circumstances led to her reevaluating what was important in life, and at the start of the pandemic Natasha made moves to create her own child minding business.
She is now the proud owner of High Park Hedgehogs, a thriving child minding business with a waiting list. A really inspirational episode, and especially for anyone who has been in a career for many years and believes that they are stuck... Natasha is a brilliant of example of how there is always another way and of how you really can create a life you love.
In this episode we celebrate International womens day with the awesome Nikita.
What an ordinary pioneer she is. Nikita lives in London, a single mum of 2 girls, who has her own inspirational story, but also empowers and gives a voice to women bringing new life into the world.
Nikita tells us all about her life as a doula, and how she helps women make informed choices when giving birth. Nikita has a wealth of knowledge and experience she shares we us!
Strong women rise up and shape more strong women and Nikita is a shining example of this!
In this episode I am excited to have had a wonderful conversation with Ordinary Pioneer Claudine Nightingill-Rane, founder of Seascapeblue.
Claudine is a body confidence coach, working primarily with women and teenagers to feel comfortable in the skin they are in. Claudine share's her own story, from growing up and never feeling her body was right, to being at her lowest weight when she got married, to now where she worries little about body shape and works with other women to support them in developing the love and confidence for their bodies they deserve.
Claudine is also an avid sea swimmer and she shares her experiences as to how this is such a liberating experience. She tell us her top tips for getting started with this and why she thinks everyone should give sea swimming a try.
A lovely relaxed conversation to enjoy with a cuppa!
I am so honoured to be introducing you to this Ordinary Pioneer, Amy Paul.
Amy now lives in Cornwall with her husband and 3 of her children. We find out how they ended up there and why they actively choose to live a life in the present moment.
Amy also tells the intimate and personal story of her baby Chloe, who passed away at 5 days old. A beautiful and humbling conversation.
An episode that will leave you realising that no matter how short life is, time can stand still, you can still make beautiful memories and every moment count.
It certainly suddenly left me feeling I needed to look at life differently. And Ricky Gervais is right! Hope is Everywhere, as Amy fills us with hope that even in the most painful of times there are glimmers of light.
In this episode I introduce you to Ordinary Pioneer Linsey Briggs.
I met Linsey just over a year ago when she joined one of my courses where I support parents of children who are dyslexic.
It became apparent immediately that Linsey is passionate about getting the education right for her son. Stanley is autistic with a profile of pathological demand avoidance (PDA) and the normal school system was so stressful for him. At my time of meeting her, Linsey had just made the courageous decision to remove him from education and unschool him at home.
I have followed Linsey on instagram for the last year watching as she has navigated her way through finding a way to educate Stanley that is right for him, always putting his needs first. Their journey is ongoing.
A really interesting episode that highlights how the education system really doesn't suit all needs or people and that there is for sure other ways of providing what children need!
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching at Ordinary Pioneers we though we would do something a bit different and interview a couple!
So meet Ordinary Pioneers Char and J… this episode is a really fun listen. They tell us how they met whilst touring with a dance show, how they followed their dreams and travelled the world doing they thing they love DANCE… and then settled in Vegas for a few years.
We hear all about their time In Sin City and what’s it’s Like to work there! Char shares how she got diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes and how this effected the way they lived their lives going forward!
They moved back to the Isle of Wight about 7 years ago with their 2 children and now run a local cafe and pizza biz together!
A really lovely lovely episode and story… hope you enjoy this one as much as I enjoyed recording it!
Introducing the amazing ordinary pioneer Sarah Asome!
Sarah is a fellow Isle of Wighter and teacher and dyslexia expert and left the little isle around 20 years ago to teach abroad!
She then fell in love with an Aussie and 3 children and a whole heap of travelling later she settled in Australia!
Sarah is a superstar leading teaching in Australia…
Trail blazing the way in terms of Dyslexia practise!
She is a becon of light in Education and for families with neurodiverse children.
She has won awards, created schemes of work and continues to push the boundaries to ensure that children with dyslexia get the education and support they deserve!
A VERY interesting episode for anyone thinking of travelling abroad to teach and wanting to know more about dyslexia or education is OZ!!!
… and she is back!
After her very well received episode last year Antonia is back! This time to talk all things motherhood.
She tells us about the movement she has created in her community supporting mums who don’t have mums. Antonia shares her reasons as to why this is so personal to her and how it came about.
As usual we go off on a bit of a tangent and also talk covid and grief and loss and what we think would maybe make the world a better place!
Another relaxed and beautiful conversation where I learnt so much I didn’t already know!
In this episode I introduce you to ordinary pioneer Rosie Woods.
Rosie is actually half of ordinary pioneers and does lots of work behind the scenes! She is a marketing and social media expert and works with many clients.
She is also a wife and the mum of 2 boys, 1 of whom has severe haemophilia. Rosie shares her family’s personal story from getting the diagnosis to managing it on a day to day basis.
An inspirational conversation that will suddenly make you aware of the additional challenges parents face when raising children with additional health needs.
Rosie builds awareness and understanding and shared how she is supporting other families in similar positions to her.
A must listen for any parent who feels alone in managing their children needs.
Introducing the incredible Gemma Bowers.
Gemma is a permanent makeup artist and medical tattooist. She is also a kick ass business women.
Gemma’s episode is all about her journey to how she got to where she is today.
Gemma didn’t like school, but embraced her creative side when leaving. Initially a hairdresser, with a bit of beauty thrown in. Gemma shares how she came to own a booked for months in advance business and create a hub of experts that work in her salon with many being leading in their fields!
Gemma is testament to the saying… want something badly enough and you will make it happen! Her passion, determination and drive shine out of this episode and show us that Success doesn’t have to begin with academic learning or education!
No better way to see in the New Year than to listen to the super inspiring Amy Milford-Wood!
Amy shares why she began running in lockdown of 2020 and how this led to her running the London marathon in 2021. I share my experience of running a marathon too.
We discuss neuro-diversity and Amy shares her knowledge and experiences of being the mother of an Autistic child. Amy openly talks about her personal battle with managing her weight and her ongoing weight loss journey.
An informative and intimate episode.
In this episode I chat to Kate Golding, a child and adolescent mental health nurse.
She has stayed true to her passion and continues to practise nursing today, but has gained all sorts of qualifications, continued to expand her knowledge and touched all sorts of lives, workplaces and institutions!
Kate has a passion to keep learning so that she can be as equipped as possible to support her patients. Kate's work with Mental Health First Aid England needs to be celebrated and she is a great advocate for it, being both an associate and national trainer.
A real and natural conversation that will for sure get you thinking about mental health and how we have to take control of our own lives!
More info on mental health first aid England and the courses it offers can be found at
www.mfaengland.org
In this episode I have a beautiful and calming conversation with my wonderful friend Kathy!
Kathy is an advocate for taking control or our own health and wellness. Kathy tells us what led her to being conscious of the chemicals around us and why she looks to reduce her toxic load on a daily basis!
Kathy shares the very personal reasons behind why she has made it her mission to educate people to take control of their well-being and shares some tips on small things we can change!
Kathy is now a DoTerra Leader and has built a business full of integrity, passion and love. She graciously supports people to make small changes that add up to an overall more healthy and sustainable life style.
An informative and thought provoking episode that will leave you thinking about what you could do to improve your own well-being!
In this episode I introduce you to Ordinary Pioneer Chrissy Howard.
Ex Tecaher, mum, business partner, and Tropic leader, magical multi-talker.
She talks about how when how son become poorly with Encephalitus her life changed direction and she left behind a career she loved, how she discovered Tropic skincare and became a Tropic leader and to a new way of life.
She also talked lockdown and homeschooling 3 primary aged children , telling us a bit about how she has continued to take a keen interest in education and how she has become a catalyst for supporting parents of children with developmental language disorder.
Chrissy also LOVES to travel and shares some of her experiences. Chrissy is one of the kindest and most generous souls and shares how she has touched peoples lives through the charity work that she has done and continued to do.
An truly joyful episode, from a completely down to earth but inspirational lady.
A more determined person you will not meet.
Emma shares her personal ups and downs of life, from glass blowing to relocating to the Netherlands, her marriage breakdown and returning to England as a single mum, to building a profitable online business and pivoting majorly during the pandemic.
Emma also talks candidly about how she was the victim of an elaborate scam in early 2020 and how this nearly broke her, but she managed to find a way through and fight to get the money returned.
Emma really is someone who doesn't ever give up, she finds the positives in all situations and somehow finds a way to just keep going.
So sit back with a cuppa and enjoy this relaxed conversation that will give you hope to just keep going even when things are tough.
In this episode I have an intimate and humbling conversation with the amazing Jane. Its a conversation that will truly make you think and will for sure add value to your day!
Jane has founded a company called Before I Go, which facilitates aiding people create an end of life plan. You maybe thinking, 'oh how morbid, I don't think this is an episode for me,' but you would be wrong. What Jane has to say is so relevant to each and everyone of us and she bravely shares her very personal reasons for why she is so passionate about this cause.
An episode that helps you find the beauty in the darkness of death - and will challenge your perceptions of what preparing for end of life really looks like and why it matters.
I really hope that you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as I enjoyed having it. Thanks Jane for raising awareness of something that will inevitably touch us all.
You can find out more about Jane and the services and support she offers at
www.beforeigosolutions.com
In this episode you get to meet the lovely Laura Holme, someone who has been on the edge of my life for probably about 25 years! Laura has recently launched her own company, Embracing Unique, aiding women feel confident in their own skin and photographing them so the feel amazing!
As a fellow Isle of Wighter we had a fantastic conversation about upbringing, education and family members who influenced us, before moving onto talking about family and parenting! We end talking about body confidence and confidence in general and Laura's new business!
An inspiring conversation that will leave you as the listener ready to start taking action to make your dreams a reality!
In this episode you get to meet the wonderful Antonia. She is seriously inspirational in all she has and continues to achieve! It was difficult to know where to begin, as she is an antenatal teacher, doula, mum of 3, teacher, relocated her family to Amsterdam, is a climate change activist and vegan... so we started with relocation, went off on a brilliant tangent about the importance of community and talked about veganism and touched on climate change!
We only hit the tip of the Ice berg before we ran out of time, so I will for sure be talking to Antonia in future episodes!
Hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!
In this episode meet the host, Jo Rees and discover her motivation and intentions for the Ordinary Pioneers podcast and why you need it in your life!