Episode 109: Struggling and thriving with dyslexia -- with Angelica Goncalves
Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people
08/24/20
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Angelica Goncalves is an adult who has lived with dyslexia all her life. She was diagnosed at the age of six. Growing up, people told her she would never succeed or achieve her goals, but with the support of her parents and constant determination, she proved those predictions wrong.
Born and raised in Canada, Angelica attended George Brown College and graduated in Architectural Technology. She worked in the retail/service industry for 13 years, was a personal trainer for 4 years, and currently works in the construction industry. She also hosts a podcast called "A Little Bit of Everything With Me!" Her goal is to show others with learning disabilities that they can achieve their goals too.
During this episode, Angelica shares her story of struggling, living and thriving with a learning disability, including:
- How she realized at a young age that she had a learning disability
- How her experiences at school hindered her rather than helped her
- How her parents helped her stay the course through her education
- How she finally found her way in the working world with careers that she is passionate about
- Why she created her podcast and how it helped her meet more people like herself
You can find out more about Angelica and her work on her official website, www.everythingwithange.com. You can also connect with her on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
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Episode 108: Inspiring kids towards STEM careers -- with Tiffani Teachey
August 10, 2020
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Tiffani Teachey is a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) advocate, professional speaker, and author of the children's book "What Can I Be? STEM Careers from A to Z." She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, as well as a Master of Science degree in Engineering Management, both from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. As an engineer with more than fifteen years of experience, Tiffani has a passion for inspiring the next generation to engage in STEM careers.
On this episode, you will hear Tiffani talk about:
- What inspired her to write a children's book about STEM careers
- How she chose STEM careers to match with each letter of the alphabet, and how the "STEM Crew Kids" help children see themselves in each career
- What it's like to get classrooms of young kids excited about STEM careers
- Her future writing plans for teenagers and young adults
If you want to know more about Tiffani and her work, you can check her out on her official links down below!
Website: www.tiffaniteachey.com
FaceBook: @tiffaniteacheyauthor
FaceBook Group "STEM Books for Kids": https://www.facebook.com/groups/STEMBooksforKids/
Instagram: @tiffaniteachey
Twitter: @tiffaniteachey
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Bea Spadacini is an activist and writer whose goal is to promote peace and justice by elevating conversations about issues that are often underrepresented in the mainstream media. Originally from Italy, she has lived in the United States for over twenty years and has traveled to Africa and Asia as part of her communications work with humanitarian organizations. Currently she is the Executive Producer and Co-Host of the One in Four Podcast, which focuses on the re-entry process of people who have experienced incarceration.
On this episode, you will hear Bea talk about:
- How her work with Amnesty International made her aware of the issues of mass incarceration and police force against people of color in the U.S., particularly against Black and Latino men – and how it led her to create the One in Four Podcast to highlight the many issues facing formerly incarcerated people who are re-entering society
- The stories of resilience, humanity and community support that she shares on the One in Four Podcast -- and the importance of sharing these stories now
- The challenges of running, funding and marketing an independent podcast
Learn more about the One in Four Podcast at www.oneinfourpodcast.com, on Twitter @Bea_Spadacini and @oneinfourpodcast or by emailing podcastoneinfour at gmail.com.
You can also support the One in Four Podcast by making a donation or leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts.
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