Explore every episode of the podcast Dyslexic Design Thinking
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| All Roads Lead to Education with Jeffrey Conger | 08 Aug 2024 | 00:47:21 | |
Gil is joined by educator, designer, photographer and author Jeffrey Conger. Jeffrey talks about his upbringing in the Rocky Mountains, his passion for cars, the teachers who went to bat for him before he knew he was dyslexic and the Dyslexia & Innovation Symposium he co-founded at Montana State University, where he is a professor of graphic design.In this episode:
Find out more about Dyslexic Design Thinking or drop us a line at dyslexia@gershoni.com. Dyslexic Design Thinking is a production of Gershoni Creative, a full-service creative agency in San Francisco. For more information, visit gershoni.com. | |||
| The Magic of Neuroindividuality with Nicole Tetreault | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:42:13 | |
Gil is joined by neuroscientist, author, meditation teacher and speaker Nicole Tetreault. Nicole discusses the concept of neuroindividuality, the power of twice exceptional (2e) individuals and the inspiration for her book “Insight Into a Bright Mind: A Neuroscientist's Personal Stories of Unique Thinking.” She also shares how a constellation of challenging life experiences led her to combine the unlikely worlds of neuroscience and meditation. In this episode:
Find out more about Dyslexic Design Thinking or drop us a line at dyslexia@gershoni.com. Dyslexic Design Thinking is a production of Gershoni Creative, a full-service branding agency with offices in San Francisco and Dallas. For more information, visit gershoni.com. | |||
| Flipping the Script on Acting with Lloyd Everitt | 15 Jun 2023 | 00:40:32 | |
Actor Lloyd Everitt talks to Gil about a career that has taken him from playing Othello at Shakespeare’s Globe to a role in one of Britain’s longest-running dramatic series. Find out about Lloyd’s inventive approach to learning his lines and what advice he would give an aspiring actor with dyslexia.
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| A Fighter's Perspective on Dyslexia with Ruqsana Begum | 06 Apr 2023 | 00:31:40 | |
Intercontinental flyweight champion boxer and author @ruqsanabegum_mt joins host Gil Gershoni on the new episode of Dyslexic Design Thinking. Ruqsana talks to Gil about the aspects of dyslexia that allowed her to become a world-champion fighter, the mantras that guide her life and what it meant to win Autobiography of the Year at the Sports Book Awards. For more information: | |||
| The Power of Dyslexic Creativity with Chris Arnold (Part Two) | 02 Mar 2023 | 00:42:19 | |
In this special two-part episode, innovator, creative thinker, writer and entrepreneur Chris Arnold talks to Gil about the viral job posting that put dyslexic ingenuity on the map, what it takes to conduct an orchestra of creative minds and the trouble with being able to solve problems *too* quickly. Chris is the founder of CONNECT2, co-founder of Dyversity Lab and a former board director and creative director of Saatchi & Saatchi. For more information:
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| The Power of Dyslexic Creativity with Chris Arnold (Part One) | 02 Mar 2023 | 00:24:08 | |
In this special two-part episode, innovator, creative thinker, writer and entrepreneur Chris Arnold talks to Gil about the viral job posting that put dyslexic ingenuity on the map, what it takes to conduct an orchestra of creative minds and the trouble with being able to solve problems *too* quickly. Chris is the founder of CONNECT2, co-founder of Dyversity Lab and a former board director and creative director of Saatchi & Saatchi. For more information:
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| Political Consulting and the Dyslexic Mind with Joe Fuld | 02 Feb 2023 | 00:28:39 | |
Gil welcomes Joe Fuld, the founder and president of The Campaign Workshop, a consulting firm that specializes in political and advocacy campaigns. Joe talks to Gil about why dyslexics make great entrepreneurs, how his dyslexia disclosure impacted his career and what mentors can teach us about our differences. For more information: | |||
| Ambition, GGRIT and the Dyslexic Experience with Meghan Buchanan | 05 Jan 2023 | 00:33:41 | |
Gil welcomes rocket scientist, adventure athlete and motivational speaker Meghan Buchanan to the podcast! Meghan talks to Gil about her pursuit of the explorer's grand slam, how she became a "fire chief" in her career and what her GGRIT philosophy can teach us about dyslexia. | |||
| Diversity in the Corporate Mind with Stu Shader | 01 Dec 2022 | 00:36:00 | |
Stu Shader talks to Gil about bringing a conference on neurodiversity to Silicon Valley, how companies are challenging assumptions about employees with differences, and what raising dyslexic children can teach parents about their own dyslexia. | |||
| Defining the Dyslexic Advantage with Drs. Brock & Fernette Eide | 27 Oct 2022 | 00:30:34 | |
Dyslexic Advantage founders Drs. Brock & Fernette Eide talk to Gil about patterns they’ve noticed among dyslexic creatives, why dyslexics make good astrophysicists and what they’ve learned in the decade since their groundbreaking book was published. For more information: | |||
| Designing the Workplace for Inclusivity with Claire Shepherd | 06 Oct 2022 | 00:33:07 | |
Claire Shepherd is helping us kick off the new season of the Dyslexic Design Thinking podcast. The Unispace COO joins host Gil Gershoni to talk about how we can optimize workspaces to be more inclusive, more collaborative and more productive. Unispace has created spaces for Microsoft, Nike, Coca-Cola, GE and Verizon. For more information: | |||
| Building Lasting Communities Through Dyslexia | 25 Sep 2021 | 00:55:48 | |
Individuals with dyslexia benefit from support networks and strong communities. How does dyslexia teach us to dissolve boundaries and strengthen connections? Creative director Gil Gershoni and co-hosts Kate Power and Kathy Iwanczak Forsyth explore dyslexia's and design thinking's impact on community-building. Guests Include:
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| Flourishing in the Life Sciences with David Lucchino | 06 Jun 2024 | 00:30:11 | |
Gil is joined by David Lucchino, an executive, entrepreneur and investor in the field of biotechnology. David shares insights from his career leading several groundbreaking biotech companies, as well as how he helps children and young adults find their passion for life sciences and how the ability to see around corners has been a key to his success. In this episode:
Find out more about Dyslexic Design Thinking or drop us a line at dyslexia@gershoni.com. Dyslexic Design Thinking is a production of Gershoni Creative, a full-service branding agency with offices in San Francisco and Dallas. For more information, visit gershoni.com. | |||
| Defining the Dyslexic Aesthetic | 25 Sep 2021 | 00:54:02 | |
Dyslexia helps creatives bring a unique perspective to their work. Does this mean that dyslexia is influencing new standards for visual aesthetics? Creative director Gil Gershoni and co-hosts Kate Power and Kathy Iwanczak Forsyth discuss dyslexia’s role in art, film and media with a panel of creatives with dyslexia. Guests Include:
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| How Dyslexia Teaches Us Empathy | 24 Sep 2021 | 00:51:25 | |
What does it mean to be a champion in your chosen profession? Creative director Gil Gershoni talks dyslexia, empathy and success with panel of people with jobs that require them to get up-close and personal on a regular basis. Guests Include:
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| Uncover Dyslexia's Role in Science and Academic Research | 24 Sep 2021 | 00:53:39 | |
What can dyslexia teach us about nurturing curiosity and creative modes of thinking? Creative director Gil Gershoni and co-hosts Kate Power and Kathy Iwanczak Forsyth look into dyslexia’s role in science and academic research as they chat with an exciting panel of experts. Guests Include:
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| Learning to Dance with Your Dyslexia | 24 Sep 2021 | 00:57:21 | |
How does dyslexia change the way we understand abilities and so-called disabilities? Creative director Gil Gershoni and co-hosts Kate Power and Kathy Iwanczak Forsyth lead a discussion on changing perspectives and shifting paradigms with a panel of professionals with dyslexia. Guests Include:
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| Embodying Dyslexia in Art, Architecture and Design | 24 Sep 2021 | 00:56:05 | |
Dyslexia helps artists, designers and architects make connections that other people don't see. Does the dyslexic mind help these creatives innovate to achieve success? Creative director Gil Gershoni and co-hosts Kate Power and Kathy Iwanczak Forsyth explore the link between dyslexia and design with a panel of creatives with dyslexia. Guests Include:
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| Unlocking Creativity with Dyslexia | 24 Sep 2021 | 00:55:54 | |
What do haute couture fashion, award-winning children’s books and a creative agency have in common? They're all powered by individuals with dyslexia. Creative director Gil Gershoni and co-hosts Kate Power and Kathy Iwanczak Forsyth dig into dyslexia's link to creative execution with this week's guests. Guests Include:
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| Dyslexia and the Future of Education | 24 Sep 2021 | 00:53:29 | |
People with dyslexia often struggle in traditional school settings, but they have so much to offer as students and teachers. How can we support the dyslexia community through more inclusive ways to learn? Creative director Gil Gershoni and co-hosts Kate Power and Kathy Iwanczak Forsyth talk about the future of learning with two subject matter experts. Guests Include:
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| From Disability to Hyper-Ability | 24 Sep 2021 | 00:53:02 | |
Creatives are in the business of coming up with big ideas. But what does it mean to “think big"? Can dyslexia help creative professionals succeed? Creative director Gil Gershoni and co-hosts Kate Power and Kathy Iwanczak Forsyth lead an in-depth discussion exploring the creative mindsets of people with dyslexia. Guests Include:
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| The Power of Visualization as a Tool for Creativity | 22 Sep 2021 | 00:47:15 | |
Dyslexia enables people to see the world from an entirely novel perspective. So where do dyslexia and innovation intersect? Creative director Gil Gershoni and co-hosts Kate Power and Kathy Iwanczak Forsyth explore how dyslexia helps inventors and marketers confront existing ideas to create room for new ones. Guests Include:
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| Making Connections in Design and Education with Theresa Fitzgerald | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:46:43 | |
Gil is joined by Theresa Fitzgerald, a mission-driven design leader, educator and designer. Theresa’s career as a creative director and design executive includes stops at Sesame Workshop, Nickelodeon and United Media. Hear her discuss how she connects to her maker spirit as a creative director, what it’s like being a reading tutor as a dyslexic and how the world’s most famous children’s TV program stays on-brand. For more information:
Find out more about Dyslexic Design Thinking or drop us a line at dyslexia@gershoni.com. Dyslexic Design Thinking is a production of Gershoni Creative, a full-service branding agency with offices in San Francisco and Dallas. For more information, visit gershoni.com. | |||
| The Mystery and Majesty of Words | 07 Mar 2024 | 00:44:40 | |
Gil is joined by award-winning novelist Sally Gardner. Sally talks about her early career as a set designer and what it was like writing from the perspective of a dyslexic protagonist. Stick around to hear Sally share her favorite word. (Surprise: It's five syllables!)In this week's episode:
Find out more about Dyslexic Design Thinking or drop us a line at dyslexia@gershoni.com.Dyslexic Design Thinking is a production of Gershoni Creative, a full-service branding agency with offices in San Francisco and Dallas. For more information, visit gershoni.com. | |||
| The Importance of Being Able with Aaron Wolf | 08 Feb 2024 | 00:38:38 | |
Gil is joined by director, actor and writer Aaron Wolf. Aaron talks about how growing up on movie sets inspired him to start his own production company, how his I Am Able Foundation is empowering a new generation of dyslexics and how graduating with honors from a top university surprised even him. In this week's episode:
Find out more about Dyslexic Design Thinking or drop us a line at dyslexia@gershoni.com. Dyslexic Design Thinking is a production of Gershoni Creative, a full-service branding agency with offices in San Francisco and Dallas. For more information, visit gershoni.com (https://gershoni.com/). | |||
| Beginner's Mind and the Entrepreneurial Spirit with David Taffet | 07 Dec 2023 | 00:46:00 | |
Gil is joined by David Taffet, a parallel entrepreneur, executive whisperer and photographer. David talks about the power of staying open to possibilities, the impact of being diagnosed as dyslexic later in life and, believe it or not, the world’s first germ-freezing, zero-odor waste bin. For more information:
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| Building a Career in Science and Medicine with James Kinross | 02 Nov 2023 | 00:43:11 | |
Gil is joined by James Kinross, a senior lecturer in colorectal surgery and consultant surgeon at Imperial College London. James talks about navigating med school as a dyslexic, the latest advances in robotic surgery and what the microbiome can teach us about preventing noncommunicable diseases. James’ new book, Dark Matter: The New Science of the Microbiome, is out now on Penguin Random House. For more information:
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| Moving the Arts Forward with Sara Fenske Bahat | 07 Sep 2023 | 00:42:05 | |
Gil talks to Sara Fenske Bahat, the CEO of the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco and a 2022 Presidential Leadership Scholar. Sara shares how she leveraged her background in finance and economics to develop a one-of-a-kind MBA program and how her dyslexic mindset influenced her innovative approach to calendaring and note-taking. For more information:
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| The Cinematographer's Eye with Jake Swantko | 19 Jul 2023 | 00:30:01 | |
Award-winning director of photography Jake Swantko talks to Gil about his life behind the lens. Jake discusses the directors (all dyslexic!) who have influenced his career and shares how the dyslexic mindset became an asset to his work. He also offers tips for dyslexic cinematographers looking to break into the industry.
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| Life to the Extreme with Alex Hackel | 14 Nov 2024 | 00:42:20 | |
In celebration of Dyslexia Awareness Month, Gil welcomes X Games skier, filmmaker and entrepreneur Alex Hackel for this live podcast recording. Alex discusses his medal-winning career, his work with the Swedish production house The Bunch and his ski brand 1000 Skis.This recording is an abridged version of the original conversation.In this episode: Find out more about Dyslexic Design Thinking or drop us a line at dyslexia@gershoni.com. Dyslexic Design Thinking is a production of Gershoni Creative, a full-service creative agency in San Francisco. For more information, visit gershoni.com. | |||
| How Gaming Changed Forever with Nolan Bushnell | 23 Jan 2025 | 00:38:26 | |
Atari and Chuck E. Cheese founder Nolan Bushnell joins host Gil Gershoni for a conversation about gaming, technology, entrepreneurship and how dyslexia continues to influence a career that spans more than five decades. This recording is an abridged version of the original livestream. Learn more about Nolan: Find out more about Dyslexic Design Thinking or drop us a line at dyslexia@gershoni.com. Dyslexic Design Thinking is a production of Gershoni Creative, a full-service branding agency with offices in San Francisco and Dallas. For more information, visit gershoni.com. | |||
| In Search of Superpowers with Jake & Max Sussman | 27 Mar 2025 | 00:45:57 | |
What if your challenges were actually your superpowers? In this episode, Gil welcomes Jake & Max Sussman, founders of Superpower Mentors, an online mentorship platform for youth with ADHD, dyslexia, autism and other learning differences. Jake and Max share what it was like growing up together and what “superpower” means to them, then turn the tables on Gil to find out he would have benefited from having a dyslexic mentor. This recording is an edited version of the original conversation. In this episode:
Find out more about Dyslexic Design Thinking or drop us a line at dyslexia@gershoni.com. Dyslexic Design Thinking is a production of Gershoni Creative, a full-service creative agency in San Francisco. For more information, visit gershoni.com. | |||
| Shifting the Lens with Paige K. Parsons | 04 Sep 2025 | 00:41:34 | |
Photographer, user experience researcher, storyteller and advocate Paige K. Parsons joins Gil for a conversation that explores her multifaceted career. Paige discusses what it was like attending a top-tier university as a dyslexic, as well as her latter-day roles as house photographer at the Fillmore and a champion for the rabbit community. In this episode:
Find out more about Dyslexic Design Thinking or drop us a line at dyslexia@gershoni.com. Dyslexic Design Thinking is a production of Gershoni Creative, a full-service creative agency in San Francisco. For more information, visit gershoni.com. | |||
| Stitch Your Story Live with Harriet Riddell | 18 Dec 2025 | 00:39:56 | |
For textile performance artist Harriet Riddell, each embroidery is an opportunity for connection and collaboration. Harriet creates observational drawings with her sewing machine, often popping up in outdoor settings where wall outlets are in short supply. To power her machine, she invites her audiences to pedal a bicycle, which, in turn, generates electricity. In this episode of Dyslexic Design Thinking, Harriet joins Gil for a deep dive into her process, her career and her experiences living and working with dyslexia. In this episode:
Find out more about Dyslexic Design Thinking or drop us a line at dyslexia@gershoni.com. Dyslexic Design Thinking is a production of Gershoni Creative, a full-service creative agency in San Francisco. For more information, visit gershoni.com. | |||
| Bridging Generations Live with Dana Griffin | 05 Feb 2026 | 00:49:42 | |
For Dana Griffin, aging is not a problem to be solved but a resource to be unlocked. Dana is the co-founder and CEO of Eldera, a platform that connects older adults with young people in need of mentorship and connection. In this episode of Dyslexic Design Thinking, Dana opens up about being raised by her grandparents in Romania, how the coronavirus brought Eldera’s mission into focus and her experiences living and working with dyslexia.
Find out more about Dyslexic Design Thinking or drop us a line at dyslexia@gershoni.com. Dyslexic Design Thinking is a production of Gershoni Creative, a full-service creative agency in San Francisco. For more information, visit gershoni.com. | |||
| The Camera as a Connector with Jock McDonald | 19 Mar 2026 | 00:49:06 | |
Jock McDonald is a fine art photographer who incorporates woven images, video projection and lenticular printing into his works. (You may have seen them hanging in an airport or projected on the side of a building.) In this episode of Dyslexic Design Thinking, Jock discusses the inspiration behind his most ambitious photography projects, the Richard Avedon anecdote that influenced his approach to portraiture and his experiences living and working with dyslexia. In this episode: | |||