Series Two

Join us as we amplify the voices of dyslexic people from various backgrounds, like us. As two dyslexic creatives, we want to start a conversation about it and share our journey...from the challenges to the countless rewards.

Series Two Episode Ten: Ruby Rare

In this episode, Elizabeth and Charlotte are joined by the pink-haired sex educator, author, and public speaker, Ruby Rare.

She is on a mission to get people talking more confidently and inclusively about sex. Their work is influenced by her experiences as a queer, non-monogamous, dual-heritage person.

In this discussion, our final episode of season 2, we talk about Ruby’s recent diagnosis of dyslexia and what effects that has had on her life and the

Series Two Episode Nine: Laura Jackson

In this episode, Elizabeth and Charlotte are joined by British television presenter, columnist, and creative tastemaker Laura Jackson.

When not on TV for the BBC and ITV, or presenting on the “So, How Do You” Podcast, Laura curates across the world of food, interiors, travel and culture on her platform Hoste and as co-founder and CEO of Glassette.

In this conversation, we discuss Laura’s creativity across her wide ranging career, her struggles with dyslexia and anxiety and how passion, drive and a strong work ethic can carve out the career of your dreams.

Series Two Episode Eight: Pip Jamieson

In this episode, we’re joined by a global industry leader, tech entrepreneur and Founder and CEO of professional networking platform The Dots, Pip Jamieson.

Despite the challenges of dyslexia from an early age, Pip’s infectious passion and drive has seen her revolutionise the networking space through her creation of the Dots platform, earning her the title of one of the Top 100 Disruptive Entrepreneurs from The Sunday Times.

Today we explore her early career and first steps as an entrepreneur, what it takes to be a trailblazing systemic disrupter and the ambitions and ideas that propelled her to create one of the UK’s most inclusive creative networking platforms.

 

Series Two Episode Seven: Bolanle Tadjudeen

Part-1

In this episode, we talk with curator, educator and founder of Black Blossoms School of Art & Culture, Bolanle Tajudeen.

After taking an interest in fashion and creativity at a young age, Bolanle has honed her craft as an artistic curator and exhibitionist promoting and showcasing the work of black and non-binary visual artists and inspiring others to tackle socio-political change through their creative practices. With sold-out exhibitions and performances in the Tate Modern and Tate Britain and great acclaim from the likes of Vogue, Dazed and the BBC, Bolanle continues to reshape traditional narratives across the world of arts and culture.

Part-2

In part 2 of this conversation, we continue our exploration of Bolanle’s experience as a young black artist in London, how she is decolonising education in the art space and why she believes art and culture can be the ultimate tool for change.

Series Two Episode Six: Lu Williams

In this episode, Elizabeth and Charlotte chat with Artist, Creative Director and Events Manager Lu Williams.

Propelled by a desire to platform womxn, trans and non-binary artists and zine-makers, Lu creates cross disciplinary artworks, social practice and events to foster accessibility, working-class and DIY culture and intersectional feminism.

We discuss Lu’s experiences as a queer working class artist, how their neurodivergent tendencies have influenced their work and what prompted Lu to create the ‘Grrl zine’, bringing different communities together.

 Series Two Episode Six: Lu Williams YouTube Highlight

Head over to our YouTube channel and you’ll get to see Lu Williams podcast episode highlight. In this highlight you’ll get to see Lu talk about autism, ADHD and how her support dog can help her to stay focused.

 

Series Two Episode Five: Misan Harriman

In this episode, Elizabeth and Charlotte sit down with photographer, activist and cultural connoisseur Misan Harriman.

Labelled as “The most talked about photographer of our time”, Misan has experienced a prolific career, photographing countless high profile celebrities including Meghan Markle, Tom Cruise, Julia Roberts, Rihanna and more. He has also founded and developed What We Seee, a global platform providing cultural nutrition to over a billion people per year and continues to use his art and role as Chair of the Southbank Centre to empower and propel activism and social change.

In this conversation we dive into, Misan’s thoughts on a world in transition, the impact of dyslexia on his self-expression and what it means to become the first black person in 104 years to shoot the cover of British Vogue.

Series Two Episode Four: Michael Parr

In this episode, Elizabeth and Charlotte chat with Actor Michael Parr.

Originally from St Helens, Merseyside, Michael rose to fame through his portrayal of the notorious Ross Barton on ITVs Emmerdale, and has since enjoyed success working across film and television on both sides of the Atlantic.

Series Two Episode Three: Marcia Brisset Bailey

In this episode, Elizabeth and Charlotte take a deep dive with speaker, writer and advocate, Marcia Brisset-Bailey.

Alongside championing special education needs as a disability case officer, Marcia is the co-founder of the BDA Cultural Perspective Committee, trustee of a London based Dyslexia Association and a passionate and outspoken supporter of Dyslexia awareness from both a societal and cultural perspective.

Series Two Episode Two: Scott Bryan

In this episode, Elizabeth and Charlotte sit down with British Columnist, TV Critic andBroadcaster, Scott Bryan.

When not attempting every technical challenge on The Great British Bake-off, Scott is writing extensively about television for the likes of the Guardian and i-Newspaper, sharing thoughts on BBC News and Radio 4, or co-hosting the ‘Must Watch’ Podcast on BBC Radio 5 Live.

In this conversation, Scott speaks about his learning experiences at university, how his love of television has seen him navigate the barriers he’s faced and the resilience and drive that pushed him to chase a career inundated with words.

Series Two Episode One: Corey Baker

In this first episode of series two, Elizabeth and Charlotte are joined by award-winning choreographer and filmmaker Corey Baker. A born innovator, Corey’s passion for pioneering new formats has propelled his experimental dance performances far beyond traditional settings. From choreographing the first dance in Antarctica, to the Swan Lake Bath Ballet, where 27 elite ballet dancers performed in their bathrooms during the Covid-19 lockdowns, Corey’s work has garnered millions of views online and international acclaim.

In this conversation, Corey speaks about his childhood and journey into the performing arts, how his dyslexia has shaped his creativity and how his ambitious projects are set to prove not even the sky's the limit.

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Series One

Exploring dyslexia in all its surprising, fascinating, and often misunderstood forms, each week Charlotte and Elizabeth invite different guests to talk, listen and share. 

Expect authentic, off-the-cuff stories to connect with and learn from, as the hosts explore and celebrate the ways in which we can move beyond words.

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Episode 10: Adelle Tracey

In our very final episode of the Move Beyond Words podcast, Elizabeth and Charlotte sat down with one of Britain’s leading athletes, Adelle Tracey. Coming from a neurodiverse family, Adelle has always felt supported by those closest to her. However, she is no stranger to adversity. Adelle Tracey should have been in the final stages of her preparations for the Tokyo Olympics, but like all of us, Britain’s 800-metre runner was sent on a different path this year.

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Episode 9: Darcey Bussell

In this episode, Elizabeth and Charlotte talk to Dame Darcey Bussell. Her unique combination of a tall, athletic physique with soft lyricism led her to a dance career that spans 20 years. Her extensive broadcast work includes appearing as a judge on Strictly Come Dancing and presenting The Royal Ballet’s cinema simulcasts, broadcast worldwide.

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Episode 8: Ashley Woodfield

In this episode, Elizabeth and Charlotte welcome Head of Press at The Royal Ballet, Ashley Woodfield. Ashley opens up about his early years of school and how his journey may have taken a little longer to where he is now, but as many fellow dyslexics, we get there in the end.

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Episode 7: Sean Douglas

In this episode, Elizabeth and Charlotte are joined by the outspoken and dyslexia positive voice of Sean Douglas. Sean is a successful content producer, specialising in video and podcasting, having worked with likes of the BBC and The National Trust. 

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Episode 6: AJ & Curtis Pritchard

In the fifth and special live recorded episode, Elizabeth and Charlotte are joined by the brilliant brothers Aj and Curtis Pritchard. The talented brothers are widely recognised on TV screens, having starred in reality and talent shows in both the UK and Ireland.

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Episode 5: Stella Tillyard

This week we are joined by author and historian Stella Tillyard for an emotional and touching episode. Words were once an enemy for Stella, but she learnt to work with images in her mind and has established herself as an inspirational and award-winning author of eight acclaimed books.

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Episode 4: Steve Chapman

Our fourth podcast episode is now live with artist, writer, speaker, podcaster, experimenter and outsider Steve Chapman.Steve thinks dyslexia is a label that offers a VIP pass to creativity and his incredible plethora of work and experience certainly shows this.

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Episode 3: Amazing Dyslexics

Our third episode with The Amazing Dyslexics, AKA Kate and Kathy, is live now! Having inspired us with their book The Illustrated Guide to Dyslexia and Its Amazing People, we've been incredibly excited to have these authors and activists on the series to discuss their second book which features comedian Eddy Izzard, Jamie Oliver and more.

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Episode 2: Lauren McCrostie

We're so happy to be joined by actress and friend Lauren McCrostie for Episode 2 of Move Beyond Words! We discuss her experiences in TV and theatre, working with dyslexic director Tim Burton, and how she uses her dyslexia to her advantage as an actress.

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Episode 1: From Dance to Desk

In the first episode of Move Beyond Words, Elizabeth and Charlotte introduce themselves and invite you on their journey through dyslexia, dance and creativity - from school days through to their lives and careers as choreographers in 2020. 

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Trailer

The trailer for our podcast series is out now! Join us as we amplify the voices of people within the creative arts who are neurodiverse. They are helping to understand the depth of our dyslexia, and yours.

The Move Beyond Words podcast series amplifies the voices of neurodiverse people from various creative backgrounds to help us understand the depth and power of dyslexia.