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 students, educators, and communities.

Show Note Links:

Donate Today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/general-donation-36

Lighthouse Center for Diagnostics: https://www.lighthousediagnostics.org/

Lighthouse Academy for Academy: https://lighthousedyslexia.org/

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 highest peaks, including Mount Everest. This conversation highlights the power of mindset and resilience in overcoming obstacles.

Show Note Links:

Donate Today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/general-donation-36

Lighthouse Center for Diagnostics: https://www.lighthousediagnostics.org/

Lighthouse Academy for Academy: https://lighthousedyslexia.org/

Meghan's Resources: Website Link: https://ggrit.com/

Book: https://a.co/d/0e5p5n6Z

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 creation and growing recognition of The Dyslexia Symbol and its role in improving awareness and accessibility for individuals with dyslexia.

Show Note Links:

Learn more about PQBD: pqbd.org

Learn more about PNDA: pnda.org.uk

Donate Today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/general-donation-36

Lighthouse Center for Diagnostics: https://www.lighthousediagnostics.org/

Lighthouse Academy for Academy: https://lighthousedyslexia.org/