This week, Megan and Eryn talk with Melissa Leach, founder of Leach Literacy Training, whose work is helping transform classrooms into joyful spaces where all readers and writers can thrive. A former classroom teacher, literacy specialist, and professional learning designer, Melissa has spent her career equipping educators with the tools they need to make literacy success feel possible, and powerful, for every student.

Melissa shares her journey from the classroom to leading a team of literacy consultants who work with schools across the country and around the world. She reflects on what it takes to move the needle in literacy instruction, how professional development can empower teachers rather than overwhelm them, and why her work is ultimately driven by a deep belief in students' potential.

This episode is an inspiring look at how systems change starts with one informed, supported teacher at a time and how that change can ripple out to transform the lives of kids.

Dyslexia On Demand

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• How Language Therapy is different from Tutoring

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In this episode, Megan and Eryn sit down with learning specialist David Wildkress. With over two decades of experience supporting neurodivergent individuals, David brings both professional expertise and deep personal insight into what it means to live and thrive with complex neurodiverse profiles.

David shares stories from his childhood growing up in a neurodivergent household, including the later-in-life diagnoses of his two older brothers with Autism and ADHD. He reflects on how those revelations reshaped his understanding of family dynamics, connection, and support.

David’s unique approach to educational therapy, a methodology he’s developed to empower clients rather than pathologize them, fosters self-understanding and transforms fear into confidence. With a calm and compassionate voice, David offers wisdom and encouragement for students, families, and educators alike.

Dyslexia On Demand

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• How Language Therapy is different from Tutoring

Advocate to Educate

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On this episode of Don't Call On Me, The Dyslexia Podcast, hosts Megan and Eryn welcome Meghan Buchanan—Aerospace Engineer, adventure athlete, and fierce advocate for dyslexia awareness. Meghan shares her inspiring journey of overcoming childhood adversity, defying stereotypes as a neurodivergent woman in STEM, and pushing the limits of human endurance in the world’s harshest environments. From summiting Everest to her quest to complete the Adventurers Grand Slam, Meghan proves that resilience and determination can break any barrier. Tune in as she discusses how dyslexia shaped her GGRIT mindset, her mission to change the narrative around learning differences, and what it takes to conquer both the corporate and natural worlds. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Dyslexia On Demand

• Book a consultation with Megan to discuss CALT therapy.

• How Language Therapy is different from Tutoring

Advocate to Educate

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