Voices of Dyslexia is a podcast hosted by Dr Laura Cassidy and the team at the Dyslexia Resource Center. We are a helping hand for parents, educators, and other community champions surrounding dyslexia. Together, we can break the cycle of stigma and take the mystery out of dyslexia.
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Determining if all these so called classic films are indeed just that.
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It's New Years in September as Evan and Jeff do a sequel to Mike and Andrew's "controversial" Thin Man episode with 1936's After The Thin Man. Will you be confused by this mystery as much as the Jerks? Also featuring terrible news for fans of top hats.
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Assistive Technologies for Dyslexic Students
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In the latest episode of our podcast, we delved into a crucial topic for supporting dyslexic students: assistive technology. These tools are game-changers, empowering students with dyslexia to overcome challenges, enhance their learning experience, and achieve academic success! Think you or your child might be dyslexic? Get tested here ➡️ https://w…
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Choosing the Right School For Your Dyslexic Child
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We’re back with another podcast episode and today we are diving into an important topic of alternative education models for dyslexic students. This conversation sheds light on the diverse needs of dyslexic students, the limitations of traditional schools, and the importance of specialized education. Here’s a detailed look at what we covered. Think …
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This month Evan and Jeff get lost in the desert with 1971's Duel. Written by Richard Matheson and directed by a young Steven Spielberg, does this movie hold up or will it fall apart like an early 70s Plymouth Valiant? Download today to find out.
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Building A School For Dyslexics | Inside the Louisiana Key Academy’s Ruston Learning Pod
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The Louisiana Key Academy is set to make a significant impact in Ruston, Louisiana, with the opening of its new learning pod this August. Dr. Laura Cassidy of the Dyslexia Resource Center recently sat down with Jenny Morse, the Director of this upcoming Ruston Learning Pod, to discuss the exciting development and what it means for the local communi…
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A Call For Help In The Dyslexia Community
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We have made it to the last episode in our series with dyslexia experts, Dr. Bennett Shaywitz and Dr. Sally Shaywitz! In this episode we are discussing a call for help in our communities to get the word out about dyslexia! If you know anyone that can help us get this word out, please send them our way. We want them to be in our next podcast episode…
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This month the Classic Film Jerks overcome microphone and connection issues to travel to Victorian England with David Lynch's The Elephant Man. Is it a classic? Why did it take 44 years for Evan to watch this film? Listen to find out.
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Dyslexia In African Americans with Drs Bennett & Sally Shaywitz
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We are so excited to have dyslexia experts, Dr. Bennett Shaywitz and Dr. Sally Shaywitz in this episode where we discuss our recent article about the prevalence of dyslexia in the prison population. This is part 3 to a series that we will continue to share as we do our part to get the word out about dyslexia! Think you or your child might be dyslex…
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What is the meaning of Dyslexia? | Defining Dyslexia with Drs Bennett & Sally Shaywitz
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What is the definition and meaning behind dyslexia? In this episode of Voices of Dyslexia, Drs Bennett & Sally Shaywitz are continuing the conversation with Dr. Laura Cassidy explaining how the definition has evolved over the years. This is Part 2 to a series that we will continue to share as we do our part to get the word out about dyslexia! Liste…
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Drs Bennett & Sally Shaywitz On The Prevalence of Being An African-American Dyslexic
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We are so excited to have dyslexia experts, Dr. Bennett Shaywitz and Dr. Sally Shaywitz in this episode where we discuss our recent collaboration on the published article on the prevalence of undiagnosed dyslexia in African-American primary school children. This is part 1 to a series that we will continue to share as we do our part to get the word …
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In this conversation, Dr. Laura Cassidy discusses common myths and misconceptions about dyslexia. She addresses the misconception that more boys than girls have dyslexia, clarifying that the prevalence is equal. She also debunks the myth that dyslexia is simply writing letters backwards, explaining that dyslexia is a difficulty in matching the spok…
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Evan and Jeff partake in a little Pettin' in the Park as they watch 1933's Gold Diggers of 1933. Is it a classic? Does one jerk deny being a vintage pornography connoisseur? How much did hats cost in 1933? All will be revealed on this months episode.
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In this conversation, Laura Cassidy and Andromeda Cartwright discuss the legal rights of dyslexic students. They emphasize the importance of understanding these rights and advocating for them. They cover topics such as the right to an assessment, the use of the term 'dyslexia', the difference between 504 plans and IEPs, and the importance of a supp…
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Navigating the Education System: A Guide for Parents
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Laura Cassidy discusses how parents can interact with schools and advocate for their dyslexic children. She covers topics such as identifying concerns, testing for dyslexia, understanding IEP and 504 plans, advocating for your child, educating teachers, supporting your child in the classroom, progress monitoring, connecting with other parents, and …
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Dyslexia Screening & Testing: Using the Shaywitz DyslexiaScreen™️
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In this conversation, Laura Cassidy and Sarah Reling discuss the importance of early screening for dyslexia using the Shaywitz Dyslexia Screener. They explain the difference between screening and testing and highlight the statistical validity of the Shaywitz screener. Sarah, as the senior manager of educational testing at the Dyslexia Resource Cent…
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Dyslexia Explored: Myths, Facts, and Resources with Dr Laura Cassidy
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In this second episode of Voices of Dyslexia Dr Laura Cassidy dives deep into dyslexia sharing facts, myths and resources for dyslexics. Think you or your child might be dyslexic? Get tested here ➡️ https://www.dyslexia1n5.com/dyslexia-testing Watch This Next: Link to video 🙋🏼♀️Have a question about dyslexia? Leave it in the comments and we’ll ans…
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This month Evan and Jeff travel to Italy to tackle Federico Fellini's magnum opus 8 1/2. Grab your cigarettes and smash your hat, this one is going to be fun and maybe a little controversial.
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Fireside Chat with the Dyslexia Resource Center
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Welcome to the Dyslexia Resource Center’s Podcast! In Episode 1, join us for an intimate fireside chat with our founder, Dr. Laura Cassidy, and Dyslexia Education Director, Rhonda Smith, as they unveil the personal journeys that led them to the heart of the dyslexia community. Dive into the mission and story behind the Dyslexia Resource Center, and…
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Evan and Jeff go off the rails early as they discuss the 1944 noir mystery thriller Laura. Is it confusing? Is it a classic? Does Evan grant interviews in the bathtub? Is Jeff really Hungarian? All of these questions will be answered.
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Evan's back and this month he and Jeff head to Russia with 1965's Doctor Zhivago. Will this be the classic romance we were promised or will the Jerks get Zhivagoed? Listen to find out.
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We watched 1983's A Christmas Story and now we are really concerned that Andrew's son didn't know that Santa Ho Ho Ho's?
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We watched 1960's The Time Machine and now we really want to know where the hell that scale model of the time machine went?
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We watched 1958's The Blob and and now we are really concerned with the rise in movie ticket prices.
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This month the jerkiness is on full display as Evan, Jeff and special guest Michael May, wach 1931's M, starring Classic Film Jerks favorite Peter Lorre. The phrase crotch shot is featured far more than you would expect for a movie about the hunt for a child murder.
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This month Evan and Jeff are joined by original Classic Film Jerk Michael DiGiovanni. The guys get traditional with 1971's Fiddler On The Roof. So settle in for an extra long podcast episode about an extra long movie complete with bottle dances, possibly diseased chickens and of course, Motel's sewing machine.…
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Meet Evan, Jeff and special guest Paxon Holley at the All American Burger as they watch 1982's Fast Times at Ridgemont High, plus a discussion of Hamiltonian versus Jeffersonian visions of society.
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This month Evan and Jeff try to figure out why there's no sun up in the sky as they watch 1943's Stormy Weather and a secret love of tap dancing will be revealed.
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Break out your carpentry tools and join Jeff and Evan as they watch Martin Scorsese's 1988 film The Last Temptation of Christ. Is it a classic? Listen and find out.
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We watched 1948's Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House. Drop by to smoke your pipe and find out if two naive New Yorkers can build their dream house in Connecticut.
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New Classic Film Jerks hosts Evan and Jeff settle in for a sweaty watch of Spike Lee's 1989 film Do The Right Thing. Grab a slice of pizza and join them as they count how many Aiello's are in this movie.
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We ended the podcast and now we are going to talk about it...and quite possibly some other stuff.
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Babes in Toyland (March of the Wooden Soldiers)
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We watched 1934's Babes in Toyland (aka March of the Wooden Soldiers) with our pal Jeff Somogyi and now we are all terrified of those pig masks!
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We watched 1950's Rashomon and now we are really questioning our eyebrows.
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We watched 1933's The Invisible Man and now we really want that woman to stop screaming, like REALLY want her to stop.
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We watched 1962's Dr. No and now we think they maybe should have just run away from the Dragon tank.
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We watched 1941's Sullivan's Travels with guest Nate Ryan and now we really need to take a ride on the slapstick land yacht!
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We watched 1982's Sophie's Choice and now we realized that Stingo really liked Spam didn't he?
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We watched 1979's The Muppet Movie with our pal Carlin Trammel and now we really don't want to put our hand up Kermits butt while being underwater.
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We watched 1936's Swing Time and now we really want to involve a police officer with an issue about a friggin' QUARTER!
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We watched 1955's We're No Angels with guest Paxton Holley from the I Read Movies Podcast and now we all just want to remind you they didn't fix their roof!
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We watched 1967's Cool Hand Luke and now we just want to maybe avoid eating eggs for a few weeks.
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We watched 1938's Bringing Up Baby and now we want everyone to just slow down and shut up.
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We watched 1972's The Godfather and now we really want them to shoot Sonny just one more time.
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We watched 1947's It Happened On Fifth Avenue with pal Jeff Somogyi and now we want all you crazy homeless people to get OUT of our home!
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We watched 1969's Midnight Cowboy and now we really want to know what Grandma was going to do with that enema bag?
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We watched 1954's Creature From The Black Lagoon with guest Michael May from the Crestwood House Podcast and now we demand that Dr. David put on a shirt for Christ sakes.
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We watched 1973's Paper Moon and now we can't wait to go shopping at the good ol' General Merchandise!
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We watched 1972's Cabaret and now we anxiously await the leather clad Von Trapp family's arrival to the Kit Kat Klub.
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We watched 1939's Mr. Smith Goes To Washington and now we are all about that filibustin' life.
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We watched 1973's Enter The Dragon and now all we want to know is why do you need fur on the back of your claw?
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