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Dyslexia Duo Podcast

Aimee Rodenroth / Melissa Dean

The Dyslexia Duo Podcast is an educational podcast dedicated to sharing stories, insights, and research about dyslexia, literacy, and learning differences. Your hosts are Aimee and Melissa. We are dyslexia therapists who have decades of experience in dyslexia education at both the student and teacher education level. The podcast episodes will discuss the early signs of dyslexia and delve into the intricacies of various dyslexia approaches and curricula. Many episodes will be dedicated to the

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 86 - Dr. Mark Seidenberg

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2026/04/11

The Dyslexia Duo: Mark Seidenberg on Language, Reading Science, and Teaching Kids to Break the CodeThe Dyslexia Duo hosts Melissa Dean and Aimee Rodenroth interview cognitive scientist and neuroscientist Mark Seidenberg, author of Language at the Speed of Sight, about connecting reading research to classroom practice. Seidenberg explains he wrote the book to share foundational science and to critique the gap between research and how reading is taught, which he ties to limited teacher preparation

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Listen Again: Kareem Weaver

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2026/04/04

The Dyslexia Duo: Kareem Weaver on Dyslexia, Literacy Policy, and Why Every Child Needs a ChampionAimee and Melissa interview educator and nonprofit leader Kareem Weaver, founder of Fulcrum (Full and Complete Reading is a Universal Mandate) Literacy. Kareem Weaver shares how dyslexia affected his friend Ennis Cosby and his own daughter, and argues for early screening (K–2), evidence-based structured literacy, strong tier-one instruction, and better teacher preparation programs, citing wide

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 85 - Dr. Tiffany Hogan

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2026/03/28

The Dyslexia Duo: Dr. Tiffany Hogan on Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), Dyslexia, and Language ComprehensionOn the Dyslexia Duo podcast, hosts Melissa Dean and Aimee Rodenroth interview speech-language pathologist and literacy researcher Dr. Tiffany Hogan about the relationship between dyslexia and developmental language disorder (DLD). Dr. Hogan describes her training and research, including analyses from the NIH-funded Iowa Study that followed children from kindergarten through 12th

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Listen Again: Dr. Fumiko Hoeft

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2026/03/21

The Dyslexia Duo: Neuroscience of Dyslexia: Genetics, Brain Differences, Stealth Dyslexia, and Early Identification with Dr. Fumiko HoeftAimee and Melissa host the Dyslexia Duo podcast and interview Dr. Fumiko Hoeft, a psychiatrist and neuroscience PhD who is Campus Dean and Chief Administrative Officer at the University of Connecticut’s Waterbury campus and a professor of psychological sciences, about dyslexia research and identification. Dr. Hoeft describes her path from psychiatry and cross

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Listen Again: Dr. Margie Gillis

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2026/03/14

The Dyslexia Duo: Dr. Margie Gillis on Dyslexia, Structured Literacy, and Why Teacher Coaching MattersAimee and Melissa introduce their podcast, The Dyslexia Duo, and interview Dr. Margie Gillis, founder of the Connecticut nonprofit Literacy How, which provides coaching support for teachers from pre-K through high school. Dr. Gillis shares her personal and professional connection to dyslexia through family members and explains dyslexia as a neurobiological, hereditary, language-based learning

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 84 - Megan Pinchback

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2026/03/07

The Dyslexia Duo: Megan Pinchbeck on Dyslexia on Demand, CALT Training, and the Emotional Experience of DyslexiaThe Dyslexia Duo (Melissa Dean and Aimee Rodenroth) interview Megan Pinchbeck, a Certified Academic Language Therapist and founder of Dyslexia on Demand, about her path from special education into CALT training at Scottish Rite in Austin and how intensive training and practitioner rigor affect student outcomes. Megan emphasizes widespread

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 83 - Dr. Maryanne Wolf

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2026/02/28

The Dyslexia Duo: Maryanne Wolf on the Reading Brain, Deep Reading, and Digital WisdomHosts Melissa Dean and Aimee Rodenroth interview developmental cognitive neuroscientist Maryanne Wolf, director of the Center for Dyslexia, Diverse Learners and Social Justice, about how reading is an invented, plastic brain circuit shaped by environment and medium. Wolf argues screens encourage skimming and reduced focus, contributing to a decline in sustained book reading among students, and describes

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 82 - Dr. Pete Bowers

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2026/02/21

The Dyslexia Duo: Pete Bowers on Structured Word Inquiry: Making English Spelling Make Sense for Dyslexic LearnersMelissa Dean and Aimee Rodenroth of the Dyslexia Duo podcast interview Pete Bowers, a former grades 3–6 teacher who began using Real Spelling in 2001 and later developed work in Structured Word Inquiry (SWI) through graduate study with John Kirby in Kingston, Ontario. Bowers describes his own history as a slow reader and poor speller and explains how SWI transformed his understanding by

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 81 - Dr. Molly Ness

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2026/02/14

The Dyslexia Duo: Exploring Dyslexia with insights with Dr. Molly NessIn this episode of Dyslexia Duo, Melissa and Aimee sit down with Dr. Molly Ness, a renowned expert in reading education and dyslexia. Dr. Ness shares her extensive background as a classroom teacher and university professor, highlighting her focus on the science of reading and structured literacy. The discussion dives deep into orthographic mapping, comprehension strategies, and the systemic challenges in addressing reading

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 80 - Dr. Jan Hasbrouck

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2026/02/07

The Dyslexia Duo: Insights from Dr. Jan Hasbrouck on Dyslexia and Effective StrategiesIn this episode of the Dyslexia Duo podcast, hosts Melissa Dean and Aimee Rodenroth engage in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Jan Hasbrouck, a renowned literacy expert specializing in dyslexia. Dr. Hasbrouck discusses her journey in the field, key strategies for fostering literacy among children, and the importance of systematic, evidence-based instruction. She highlights the prevalence of dyslexia as a

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 79 - Dr. Jared Horvath

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2026/01/31

The Dyslexia Duo discuss the Digital Delusion: A Deep Dive into EdTech and Learning with Dr. Jared HorvathIn this episode of the Dyslexia Duo, hosts Melissa Dean and Aimee Rodenroth welcome Dr. Jared Horvath, a neuroscientist and education expert, to discuss his book 'The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids' Learning and How to Help Them Thrive Again'. The conversation covers the detrimental effects of educational technology on cognitive development, the importance of

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 78 - Dr. Susan Chambre &...

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2026/01/24

Dyslexia Duo: Debunking Dyslexia Myths with Doctors Chambre and AndersonIn this episode of the Dyslexia Duo podcast, hosts Melissa Dean and Aimee Rodenroth sit down with Dr. Susan Chambre and Dr. Alida Anderson to discuss the prevalence of dyslexia myths and the need for better education and awareness. The guests share their professional backgrounds and delve into their work on developing online learning modules to better prepare pre-service teachers. They highlight the importance of

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 77 - Mary Ann Coulson

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2026/01/17

Dyslexia Duo: Mary Ann Coulson's Journey Through Advocacy and EducationIn this episode of 'The Dyslexia Duo,' hosts Melissa Dean and Aimee Rodenroth sit down with Mary Ann Coulson, a mother and author who devoted her life to helping her dyslexic son, Adam. Mary Ann shares her family’s journey from initial struggles and misdiagnoses to finding effective education solutions, including the Orton-Gillingham approach and the GOW boarding school. She emphasizes the power of assistive technology and

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 76 - Dr. Tracy White

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2026/01/10

The Dyslexia Duo: Dr. Tracy White WeedenIn this episode of 'The Dyslexia Duo,' hosts Melissa Dean and Aimee Rodenroth sit down with Dr. Tracy White Weeden, the former president and CEO of Neuhaus Education Center and founder of Upstream Education for All. Dr. Weeden shares her journey and passion for literacy, emphasizing the transformative power of reading and the need for systemic change in education. She highlights the importance of vision, community collaboration, and strategic partnerships

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Listen Again: Dr. Nancy Mather

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2026/01/03

Dyslexia Duo: Insights with Dr. Nancy MatherIn this episode of The Dyslexia Duo, hosts Aimee Rodenroth and Melissa Dean sit down with renowned expert Dr. Nancy Mather to discuss dyslexia, its identification, and its impact on learners. Dr. Mather provides an in-depth look at the importance of early intervention, the development of dyslexia assessment tools, and the multi-faceted nature of dyslexia that often includes comorbid conditions like ADHD and developmental language disorders. The

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Listen Again: Karen Avrit

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2025/12/27

Dyslexia Duo: An Interview with Karen AvritIn this episode of the Dyslexia Duo podcast, hosts Aimee and Melissa sit down with Karen Avrit, the Director of Dyslexia Education at Scottish Rite for Children in Dallas. With over 30 years of experience and the author of numerous curricula, including the famed 'Take Flight,' Karen shares her journey and insights into the world of dyslexia education. She discusses her career transitions, the development of various teaching methods and materials like the

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Listen Again: Dr. Maryanne Wolf

Dyslexia Duo Podcast ·

2025/12/20

Dyslexia Duo with Dr. Maryanne WolfIn this episode of 'The Dyslexia Duo' podcast, hosts Aimee and Melissa, accompanied by special guest Dr. Maryanne Wolf, delve deep into understanding dyslexia. They explore Dr. Wolf's extensive background in cognitive neuroscience and her pivotal work on the reading brain, literacy, and dyslexia. Dr. Wolf shares her personal journey from teaching in Hawaii to her research at Harvard, emphasizing the importance of literacy as a basic human right. The conversation

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 75 - Faith Borkowsky and...

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2025/12/13

Empowering Dyslexia Advocates: Insights from The Dyslexia Duo and Literacy ViewIn this episode of The Dyslexia Duo, hosts Melissa and Aimee sit down with Faith Borkowski and Judy Boksner, co-hosts of The Literacy View podcast. The discussion covers a range of topics, including the myths surrounding dyslexia, effective teaching strategies, the importance of public advocacy, and the role of emotions in driving educational change. Faith and Judy share their personal journeys and professional

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Dyslexia Duo Podcast Episode 74 - Dr Brennan Chandler...

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2025/12/06

The duo interview literacy researcher and dyslexia specialist, Dr. Brennan Chandler.

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Listen Again: Dr. Jan Hasbrouck

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2025/11/29

Listen again to the duo's Season 1 interview with Dr. Jan Hasbrouck, originally airing on 9/21/2024.To find out more about Dr. Hasbrouck and her work, visit her website: https://www.janhasbrouck.com/

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