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In this episode, we go Beyond Dyslexia with a truly fascinating guest: Nellie Nakhel, a successful academic who has navigated the halls of higher education while grappling with dyslexia. Our guest shares their candid journey, from the early frustrations of feeling like an outsider in a system that didn't play to their strengths, to the grit it took to persist and find their own path.

We explore a profound narrative of self-acceptance, uncovering how they came to see their dyslexia not as a limitation, but as a different kind of operating system. We'll dive into the unique cognitive strengths that come with thinking differently—how their brain's unique wiring allowed them to connect disparate ideas, spot hidden patterns, and innovate in their field in ways their peers couldn't.

This is more than a story of overcoming a challenge; it's an exploration of redefining what "academic success" truly means.

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We’re back with Season 5 of Therapod Podcast! To open the season, we’re sharing a very special radio interview where our host, Banu Balaji—clinical specialist, occupational therapist, and founder of Therapod—speaks with Fahmeeda Naheed, host of Let’s Integrate on Cork City Community Radio.

In this wide-ranging and personal conversation, Banu reflects on her journey as an occupational therapist, migrant mother, and entrepreneur in Ireland. Together, they explore the often-silent struggles migrant families face navigating learning differences, developmental challenges, and educational systems that don’t always fit. They also discuss the emotional load mothers carry, the importance of early intervention, and why understanding children’s sensory and emotional worlds is vital for their growth.

Whether you’re a parent, educator, or simply curious about supporting children of determination, this episode offers insights, empathy, and inspiration to start the season.