<![CDATA[Dyslexia and Beyond]]>d7264ed3-182a-544f-88e2-1115907d943bThu, 17 Oct 2024 02:05:10 +0000Captivate.fmMarco Montalbanohttps://artwork.captivate.fm/dba9b9c4-9607-445f-9ff3-06e3faae37aa/Pj5KqI87EkCqlp1iJSPRXeKY.jpgDyslexia and BeyondMarco MontalbanoMarco MontalbanoWhat's it like to live and learn with a learning differences? Together we will explore this question through conversations with people who have learning differences and/or are experts in this field. Hosted by a Marco Montalbano a high school student with dyslexia. Each month Marco will explore stories and strategies behind peoples' successes and difficulties with learning differences. https://dyslexiaandbeyond.orgfalseepisodicnopodcastEpisode 11: Unlocking Potential: Ian McGavin’s Cognitive TransformationEpisode 11: Unlocking Potential: Ian McGavin’s Cognitive TransformationIn this episode, we sit down with Ian McGavin, a remarkable individual who overcame severe learning challenges that once impacted his ability to function. Today, Ian is not only thriving but is also the co-founder of his own marketing agency, Strataigize.

Join us as Ian shares his inspiring journey of recovery and growth, discussing the innovative treatments and therapies that played a crucial role in his transformation. From vision therapy to neurofeedback, Ian provides insight into the techniques that helped him unlock his full potential.

You can connect with Ian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-mcgavin/

  • Treatments Ian underwent include:
  • Eaton Arrowsmith
  • Safe and Sound Protocol
  • Vision Therapy
  • Auditory Therapy
  • Vestibular Training
  • Neurofeedback

]]>In this episode, we sit down with Ian McGavin, a remarkable individual who overcame severe learning challenges that once impacted his ability to function. Today, Ian is not only thriving but is also the co-founder of his own marketing agency, Strataigize.

Join us as Ian shares his inspiring journey of recovery and growth, discussing the innovative treatments and therapies that played a crucial role in his transformation. From vision therapy to neurofeedback, Ian provides insight into the techniques that helped him unlock his full potential.

You can connect with Ian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-mcgavin/

  • Treatments Ian underwent include:
  • Eaton Arrowsmith
  • Safe and Sound Protocol
  • Vision Therapy
  • Auditory Therapy
  • Vestibular Training
  • Neurofeedback

]]>f75e8c82-c91a-43ab-99e3-67bcd1488a24Wed, 16 Oct 2024 05:30:00 -070037:24falsefull1111111Marco MontalbanoEpisode 10: Perseverance with Dylan NiedEpisode 10: Perseverance with Dylan Nied In this episode we explore the beyond of dyslexia and beyond. While Dylan may not have a traditional or diagnosed learning differences his story of perseverance is something we can all learn from. Currently he is a chief engineer at a major biotech company a radical change from where he was 10 years ago. Many of you with learning differences who are listening might his story familiar.

]]> In this episode we explore the beyond of dyslexia and beyond. While Dylan may not have a traditional or diagnosed learning differences his story of perseverance is something we can all learn from. Currently he is a chief engineer at a major biotech company a radical change from where he was 10 years ago. Many of you with learning differences who are listening might his story familiar.

]]>8a89c085-bf20-45bd-beaa-db30eac31d63Tue, 03 Sep 2024 05:30:00 -070046:14falsefull1101101Marco MontalbanoEpisode 9: From Numbers to Letters: an interview with Bill TilfordEpisode 9: From Numbers to Letters: an interview with Bill TilfordIn this episode we will be interviewing bill Tilford a successful investor, coder

and mathematician who has dyslexia. Currently teaches finances classes at UBC

Sauder School of Business, sits on the board of ICBC, and works as an investment

manager. He will also be sharing his experience being a parent of two dyslexic

kids and some coping strategies he uses to be successful.

Link the the reading software I use:

AI Voices - NaturalReader Home (naturalreaders.com)

]]>In this episode we will be interviewing bill Tilford a successful investor, coder

and mathematician who has dyslexia. Currently teaches finances classes at UBC

Sauder School of Business, sits on the board of ICBC, and works as an investment

manager. He will also be sharing his experience being a parent of two dyslexic

kids and some coping strategies he uses to be successful.

Link the the reading software I use:

AI Voices - NaturalReader Home (naturalreaders.com)

]]>b6853972-ee5f-4da3-8100-8e38299a825eFri, 12 Jul 2024 05:30:00 -070046:26falsefull19191Marco MontalbanoEpisode 8: Success strategies for dyslexics with Habib Subjally!Episode 8: Success strategies for dyslexics with Habib Subjally!In this episode we will interview Habib Subjally an incredibly Successful investor who will share his stories with dyslexia ranging from his co-diagnosis with his daughter to success strategies he used to thrive with his learning difference and how his dyslexia paved a path to a career in finance for him.

You can learn more about him on the link bellow:

Habib Subjally (rbcgam.com)

]]>In this episode we will interview Habib Subjally an incredibly Successful investor who will share his stories with dyslexia ranging from his co-diagnosis with his daughter to success strategies he used to thrive with his learning difference and how his dyslexia paved a path to a career in finance for him.

You can learn more about him on the link bellow:

Habib Subjally (rbcgam.com)

]]>8d0141b2-1932-45d8-b24a-e58075d3be4eMon, 03 Jun 2024 05:30:00 -070048:23falsefull18181Marco MontalbanoEpisode 7: Neural Diversity, Diagnosis, and Mental Health with Dr. Shimi KangEpisode 7: Neural Diversity, Diagnosis, and Mental Health with Dr. Shimi KangIn this episode we will interview Dr. Shimi Kang an award winning Harvard educated psychiatrist, best selling author, speaker and founder of dolphin kids and future ready minds. She will talk about her and her kids experiences with learning differences as well as how to catch learning difference early.

Here is the link to her website and social platforms:

Personal website:

Dr. Shimi Kang | Change starts in the brain (drshimikang.com)

Future Ready Minds:

Future Ready Minds

]]>In this episode we will interview Dr. Shimi Kang an award winning Harvard educated psychiatrist, best selling author, speaker and founder of dolphin kids and future ready minds. She will talk about her and her kids experiences with learning differences as well as how to catch learning difference early.

Here is the link to her website and social platforms:

Personal website:

Dr. Shimi Kang | Change starts in the brain (drshimikang.com)

Future Ready Minds:

Future Ready Minds

]]>65b204e7-54e3-4f70-8385-dc00b4decaf4Tue, 02 Apr 2024 05:30:00 -070052:42falsefull17171Marco MontalbanoEpisode 6: Discussing Dyslexia and Success with Blake MahovicEpisode 6: Discussing Dyslexia and Success with Blake MahovicIn this episode we will interview Blake Mahovic, a Canadian National Rugby League player, support teacher and fellow dyslexic. He will talk about how dyslexia affected him as he grew up in England and how it affects him now and led to success as a professional rugby player and learning support teacher.

]]>In this episode we will interview Blake Mahovic, a Canadian National Rugby League player, support teacher and fellow dyslexic. He will talk about how dyslexia affected him as he grew up in England and how it affects him now and led to success as a professional rugby player and learning support teacher.

]]>41d6301b-c164-4c56-9a4e-911a4af10a1fFri, 23 Feb 2024 05:30:00 -070047:58falsefull16161Marco MontalbanoEpisode 5: Accessing Learning Support with The Learning Disabilities Society and Rachel ForbesEpisode 5: Accessing Learning Support with The Learning Disabilities Society and Rachel ForbesIn this interview with Rachel Forbes, we will look at how support for people with learning differences is evolving, how scaled fee support based on financial need is accessible through The Learning Disabilities Society, and available scholarships for students with learning differences.

LDS's Website:

LDS | Impactful Learning Support | For All Life's Learners (ldsociety.ca)

Scholarship Links:

Microsoft's Disability Scholarship:

Microsoft Disability Scholarship | Global Diversity and Inclusion at Microsoft


Googles Lime Scholarship:

Build your future with Google


Tuition Assistance for People with Dyslexia and Similar Learning Differences:

Frances McGlannan Foundation


National Center for Learning Disabilities Scholarships:

Anne Ford Scholarship - National Center for Learning Disabilities (ncld.org)


Canadian Government Education Grant:

Canada Student Grant for Students with Permanent Disabilities - Canada.ca


Mental Health Support Line:

Get support with these mental health resources - Kids Help Phone


Other resources:

20 Scholarships for Students with Learning Disabilities (collegeconsensus.com)




]]>In this interview with Rachel Forbes, we will look at how support for people with learning differences is evolving, how scaled fee support based on financial need is accessible through The Learning Disabilities Society, and available scholarships for students with learning differences.

LDS's Website:

LDS | Impactful Learning Support | For All Life's Learners (ldsociety.ca)

Scholarship Links:

Microsoft's Disability Scholarship:

Microsoft Disability Scholarship | Global Diversity and Inclusion at Microsoft


Googles Lime Scholarship:

Build your future with Google


Tuition Assistance for People with Dyslexia and Similar Learning Differences:

Frances McGlannan Foundation


National Center for Learning Disabilities Scholarships:

Anne Ford Scholarship - National Center for Learning Disabilities (ncld.org)


Canadian Government Education Grant:

Canada Student Grant for Students with Permanent Disabilities - Canada.ca


Mental Health Support Line:

Get support with these mental health resources - Kids Help Phone


Other resources:

20 Scholarships for Students with Learning Disabilities (collegeconsensus.com)




]]>f0b090b0-157b-4a26-935f-913a2bd7878eMon, 22 Jan 2024 05:30:00 -070049:24falsefull15151Marco MontalbanoEpisode 4: Looking into learning support with Raymond MoylanEpisode 4: Looking into learning support with Raymond MoylanIn this episode, we will interview Raymond Moylan, a learning support teacher, who has taught students with learning differences from across the world. Using strategies he has taught me I have been able to reach new levels of success. With his help, I have achieved dramatic improvements in my writing and reading skills.

]]>In this episode, we will interview Raymond Moylan, a learning support teacher, who has taught students with learning differences from across the world. Using strategies he has taught me I have been able to reach new levels of success. With his help, I have achieved dramatic improvements in my writing and reading skills.

]]>069748d4-6a8d-4dc5-b066-6ad004801b26Sat, 23 Dec 2023 05:30:00 -070043:15falsefull14141Marco MontalbanoEpisode 3: Exploring visual spatial thinking and the world of learning differences with Frazer RolandEpisode 3: Exploring visual spatial thinking and the world of learning differences with Frazer RolandIn this episode, we will explore how a dyslexic person's interpretation of information can differ from that of a neuro-typical person, and cover some strategies which can help people with dyslexia to better retain information.

Frazer Roland "acquired" a dyslexic like learning difference after suffering an accident while riding a bike with out a helmet. Since then Frazer Roland has taught me how to learn by using my dyslexic brain, which has led to amazing results. This is one of the reasons I no longer see my dyslexia as a disadvantage but as an advantage.

]]>In this episode, we will explore how a dyslexic person's interpretation of information can differ from that of a neuro-typical person, and cover some strategies which can help people with dyslexia to better retain information.

Frazer Roland "acquired" a dyslexic like learning difference after suffering an accident while riding a bike with out a helmet. Since then Frazer Roland has taught me how to learn by using my dyslexic brain, which has led to amazing results. This is one of the reasons I no longer see my dyslexia as a disadvantage but as an advantage.

]]>365b5eba-44b1-49a0-917b-0f875c490adbMon, 20 Nov 2023 18:45:00 -070059:30falsefull13131Marco MontalbanoEpisode 2: A dive into Neuroplasticity and Listening Training with Paul MadauleEpisode 2: A dive into Neuroplasticity and Listening Training with Paul MadauleIn this episode, we will explore how someone with learning differences can use Listening Training to retrain the brain(Neuroplasticity) to achieve desired results while maintaining the benefits of their learning differences.

I went to the listening center when I was around eight years old. Before I went, I was drastically below my grade level in reading and could barely read. Once I left, I could read at a much higher grade level than I could before. I also saw drastic improvements in my math skills.

To find out more about the listening center and its process, you can look at their website linked here: The Listening Centre Homepage

Please check out Paul Madaule's article: The Dyslexified World. It does a great job of explain what it can feel like to have dyslexia in the school system and as a student. When I first read this I was able to relate to many of the topics that where covered. You can view it on their website here: The Listening Centre Homepage

]]>In this episode, we will explore how someone with learning differences can use Listening Training to retrain the brain(Neuroplasticity) to achieve desired results while maintaining the benefits of their learning differences.

I went to the listening center when I was around eight years old. Before I went, I was drastically below my grade level in reading and could barely read. Once I left, I could read at a much higher grade level than I could before. I also saw drastic improvements in my math skills.

To find out more about the listening center and its process, you can look at their website linked here: The Listening Centre Homepage

Please check out Paul Madaule's article: The Dyslexified World. It does a great job of explain what it can feel like to have dyslexia in the school system and as a student. When I first read this I was able to relate to many of the topics that where covered. You can view it on their website here: The Listening Centre Homepage

]]>5241f3d3-495d-4c22-a6eb-0ef4067ecc01Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:30:00 -070001:05:02falsefull12121Marco MontalbanoEpisode 1(Pilot): Who Am I?Episode 1(Pilot): Who Am I?Welcome to Dyslexia and Beyond. In this first pilot episode, we will explore who your host (Marco Montalbano) is, his story and why he founded this podcast.

]]>Welcome to Dyslexia and Beyond. In this first pilot episode, we will explore who your host (Marco Montalbano) is, his story and why he founded this podcast.

]]>b03bbd14-370a-4a68-ba24-6621d35a2294Fri, 20 Oct 2023 05:30:00 -070011:50falsetrailer11111Marco Montalbano