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Welcome back to the Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast for episode #149 with Dave Farrow[i], a two-time Canadian Guinness World Record Holder for Most Decks of Playing Cards Memorized in a single sighting in 1996 and again in 2007 when he correctly memorized and recalled the exact order of 59 decks of shuffled playing cards—which is 3068 cards in total, exceeding his previous record of 52 decks (2704 cards). Watch the Interview on YouTube here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrxuvnCpI0c Learn more about Dave Farrow and his Memory Program https://farrowmemory.com/a/andrea See past episodes here https://www.achieveit360.com/episodes/ On this episode you will learn: ✔︎ How Dave Farrow overcame his diagnosis of ADHD and Dyslexia to develop talents that would set him miles apart from the rest in his future. ✔︎ The learning strategies that Dave Farrow used to overcome his areas of weakness and work 8x faster than the average person. ✔︎ The secret behind how he memorized 59 decks of shuffled playing cards that got him into the Guinness World Book of Records for memory. ✔︎ His strategy for memorizing 109 balloon colors (in 60 seconds) winning him the episode on FOX TV's SUPERHUMAN SHOW. ✔︎ How Dave Farrow now wants to give back and help others develop SUPERHUMAN MEMORY Powers, Increase Focus and Reduce Brain Fatigue, so they can rise to the top of their career and life. I'm Andrea Samadi, author, and educator from Toronto, Canada, now in Arizona, and like many of our listeners, have been fascinated with learning and understanding the science behind high performance strategies in our schools, sports, and the workplace with ideas that we can all use, understand and implement immediately. I can't tell you how excited I am to speak with fellow Canadian, Dave Farrow[ii] who wasn't born with the gift of memory, he was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia as a child. To help him to do better at school, Dave created a memory system called “The Farrow Method” which is now a certifiable scientifically proven system for memory backed by a double-blind neuroscience study at McGill University In 2008 Dave was hired by Sony Corporation to live in a window on 5th Avenue in Manhattan and speed read on a Sony E-Reader for literacy in America. In 30 days, he read over 100 books and through his efforts, Sony gave 4.4 million E-Books to schools in America. Over 100 million people watched him in the window read for charity. As a memory expert, David has trained over 10,000 business professionals, students, managers and seminar attendees in memory programs offered in both Canada and the United States, with that number growing each day. Today Dave uses his media savvy and keen understanding of the brain in the public relations sector. He is the founder and CEO of FarrowPR a full-service public relations and marketing firm in Buffalo NY. With his ability to speed read and memorize large amounts of information, Dave is an expert in Nanotechnology and microfluidics and is currently developing a prototype for a robotic moving mannequin with “Start Up New York.” Dave has been a featured guest expert on over 2000 interviews in the media including, The Today Show, Live with Regis and Kelly, Steve Harvey, Discovery Channel and many others. I was introduced to Dave Farrow after episode #145 with Howard Berg[iii] who holds the Guinness World record for speed reading, and immediately started to make connections with his work, and past interviews and episodes. I'm always looking at ways to improve memory, especially after my brain scan at Amen Clinics[iv] showed that I was weak in the area of recall memory or recalling a list of random words and Dr. Creado who did my brain scan evaluation reminded me that “we can change our brain and memory with practice, but we must first of all believe it's possible.” After seeing how easy it was to remember a list of 10 items with my interview with Howard Berg, I'm dying to learn more from Dave Farrow, and share these strategies with you. Welcome Dave, thank you very much for meeting with me today. I see that you are originally from Kitchener, Ontario? Growing up in Toronto, I spent a lot of time in Kitchener in high school when a high school friend moved off the Homer Watson Blvd exit (I still remember that!). Where have I reached you today? Q1: From reading your story, I can see how you got behind with your academics with the health challenges you experienced. Your story reminded me a lot of someone I interviewed years ago, named Nik Halik[v] from EPISODE #31 who overcame severe illness as a child, by studying Encyclopedias and went on to live a phenomenal life. What do you remember about your early years that motivated you to learn, study and begin developing the talents that would set you miles apart from others in your future? Q2: Dave, a lot about your story is fascinating, but for those who work with students with dyslexia, or reading challenges, they might find it difficult to imagine results like yours. I interviewed Lois Letchford on episode #136 where her son, who was diagnosed with dyslexia in first grade, went on to get his Ph.D. and graduate from Oxford University, with a bright future. His Mom spoke about the switch she felt with his learning when he began to find an interest in learning through maps. Also, Barbara Arrowsmith-Young from episode #132[vi] who changed her brain and left her learning disability behind. Was there something that you remember that changed for you that took you from struggling with your academics, to mastery? Q3: Can we talk about what got you into the Guinness World Book of Records for memory? "There is nothing more empowering or motivational than discovering the ability for SuperHuman Memory has been inside you all along." - Dave Farrow I watched you on the FOX TV SUPERHUMAN SHOW[vii] where you were being tested by memorizing 109 balloon colors, (in 60 seconds) (and then I thought “What strategy does he use to do this as you close your eyes?” How on the earth could you memorize 59 decks of shuffled cards when I struggle to remember 10 things on a random list? Is there a secret? Q4: Looking through your work this weekend, I couldn't miss seeing Harry Lorayne[viii] somewhere, and I don't remember where it was, maybe it was a reference on your website. When I worked with Bob Proctor in the seminar industry, he was always talking about Harry Lorayne being the person he knew with a great memory (maybe because he hadn't met you yet)? Was Harry one of your early influencers? Who else inspired the work you are doing? Q5: I can also see some of the leaders of motivation and sales on your website who I've come across over the years. I saw Greg Reid, the creator of Secret Knock, who's written so many books on the power of positive thinking and developing your mind, and also the late Frank Shankwitz, the Founder of Make-A-Wish Foundation, who we interviewed on episode #40 and sadly we lost earlier this year.[ix] How are you now using your talents to help others to be more successful? Q6: What is the Farrow Method™[x] that was proven at McGill University's neuroscience study and how does it guarantee to improve someone's memory? How can The Farrow Method help sales teams, high powered executives, or anyone else looking to improve their productivity and results? Q7: Is there something important, that you think I have missed? Thank you for your time today, Dave, and for all you are doing to help lift up those who may think they don't have a chance for mind-blowing results that you have attained. For those who want to learn more about you and your programs, I will put the link in the show notes https://farrowmemory.com/a/andrea as well, they can find you on Twitter https://twitter.com/FarrowComms Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/davefarrowmemory/ RESOURCES: The Gift of Dyslexia: Why Some of the Smartest People Can't Read by Ronald D. Davis Published Feb.4th 2010 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0030CVQGW/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 Educational Implications of the Theory of Multiple Intelligences First Published Nov. 1st, 1989 by Howard Gardner https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.3102/0013189X018008004 REFERENCES: [i] https://farrowmemory.com/a/andrea [ii] https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Farrow [iii] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #145 with the World's Fastest Reader, Howard Berg on “Strategies to Improve Reading, Comprehension and Recall” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/the-worlds-fastest-reader-howard-stephen-berg-on-strategies-to-improve-reading-comprehension-and-recall-for-educators-and-the-workplace/ [iv] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #84 Brain Scan Results “How a SPECT Image Brain Scan Can Change Your Life” [v] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #31 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/entrepreneur-civilian-astronaut-and-extreme-adventurer-nik-halik-on-overcoming-adversity-to-create-an-epic-life/ [vi] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #132 with Barbara Arrowsmith Young on “How She Changed Her Brain and Left Her Learning Disability Behind” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/the-story-of-barbara-arrowsmith-young-the-woman-who-changed-her-brain-and-left-her-learning-disability-behind/ [vii] Dave Must Memorize 109 Balloon Colors Published on YouTube June 10, 2017 by FOX NEWS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmacFBSH864&t=1s [viii] https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Lorayne [ix]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #40 with Frank Shankowitz https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/co-founder-of-the-make-a-wish-foundation-frank-shankwitz-on-lessons-from-the-wish-man-movie/ [x] https://farrowmemory.com/
Kathryn Bean is a reading specialist certified in the Barton Reading and Spelling System with over 20 years of teaching experience. We discussed resources to help individuals with different reading abilities. Please email schoolconversations@gmail.com if you are interested in contacting Kathryn Bean directly for more information. Susan Barton websites:https://www.dys-add.comhttps://bartonreading.comWebsites for young readers with different abilities:https://www.starfall.com/h/https://www.readingrockets.org/http://www.ldonline.org/https://www.bookshare.orgAudible Website to determine an individual's likelihood for dyslexia:https://neurolearning.com/ Books for families of children with different reading abilities:The Read-Aloud Handbook by Jim TreleaseThe Dyslexic Advantage: Unlocking the Hidden Potential of the Dyslexic Brain by Brock L. Eide, M.D., M.A. and Fernette F. Eide, M.D.The Gift of Dyslexia: Why Some of the Smartest People Can't Read...and How They Can Learn by Ronald D. Davis, Eldon M. Braun
Kathrin shares a truly delightful conversation about the many patterns and shapes that make up the mosaic of AbbyLynn Haskell: sacred storyteller, pastor, boat captain, and retreat coordinator, a person of faith, explorer of the oceans in the world and within the imagination. With good humor, the gift of story, and a wealth of hard-won wisdom, Abby reminds us that, even as we each grow and change, hope changes as well. While it might be tempting to say that Abby wears a lot of hats, it might be more fitting to say that Abby allows the light of insight and inspiration to shine through the many windows of her faith and creativity. It was an absolutely delightful conversation to share, filled with laughter. I hope you join us.Links:AbbyLynn Haskell:Broad Reach Ministries: https://broadreachministries.com/Acton Congregational Church UCC: https://sites.google.com/site/actonmaineucc/Maine School of Ministry: https://www.maineucc.org/ministries/mesom/#1587758099544-b66ba32b-22e1Curious about Sacred Storytelling? https://broadreachministries.com/sacred-storytellingBroad Reach Sailing: https://broadreachsailing.us/Jonathan Boyd – Tenor: http://jonathanboyd-tenor.com/ Additional links related to AbbyLynn Haskell’s conversation:More about the cognitive and biochemical changes of storytelling: Gallo, Carmine. “Stories literally put our brain waves in sync.” Quartz at Work, Last accessed May 12, 2020. https://qz.com/work/1298571/stories-literally-put-our-brain-waves-in-sync/“The magical science of storytelling” David JP Phillips; TEDxStockholm: Last accessed May 12, 2020: TEDxStockholm on YouTubeSome supportive resources related to learning disabilities and neurodiversity, including Auditory Processing Disorder, which Abby mentions in this episode: Understood.Org, Learning Disability Association of America (LDA), and Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA).Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) Here’s a great book about Dyslexia that Abby recommends: The Gift of Dyslexia: Why Some of the Smartest People Can’t Read...and How They Can Learn, by Ronald D. Davis and Eldon M. Braun. As Abby describes it, “this book lifts up the benefits of being blessed with a learning challenge.” Many thanks to Ministering to Ministers, who
This is the sixteenth episode of twenty-four in the podcast series Reviewing Our Greatest Hits. This show was initially launched on October 24, 2016, as Episode 66. To finish up their conversation on special needs, Andrew and Julie talk about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). In this episode Andrew and Julie examine some of the challenges of ADHD and provide suggestions for both language development and everyday home life. Be encouraged as Andrew emphasizes the value of IEW's Structure and Style® method because it allows your student to feel successful by breaking the overwhelmingly complex writing task into small manageable steps. Referenced Materials: The Gift of Dyslexia by Ronald D. Davis "General Prevalence of ADHD" Dr. Leonard Sax Dr. Sax's Books Why Gender Matters Boys Adrift Girls on the Edge The Collapse of Parenting "Teaching Boys and Other Children Who Would Rather Make Forts All Day" by Andrew Pudewa "4 Reasons You Should Buy a Standup Desk—Right Now" by Michael Hyatt "Nature Deficit Disorder" Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 Audio talk Retrain the Brain by Jeanette Farmer Why Teach Cursive Writing? "Special needs? IEW can help!" by Jill Pike Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com
Can you look in the mirror and say, “I love you”? Today’s guest explains why this is important, along with cultivating a passion for lifelong learning and learning that you can’t carry the negative emotions of those around you. Dive in deep with us! Shannon Meade is a homeschooling mom of two boys who is a Pacific Northwest native but also a global traveler. Most recently, she took her family to Thailand for 14 months to provide space and time for them all to be together and to provide her husband a respite from his busy career as a 911 dispatcher. As the “Queen of Ease,” Shannon offers workshops and speaks to women about their inner critic and ways to foster better relationships with themselves. Show HIghlights: Shannon’s intense passion for being a learner, embracing new ideas, and understanding and connecting people to the resources they need Why Shannon loves “slow traveling” to get a feel for other environments Shannon’s intensity in getting fired up about things and not letting them go How she’s learned not to carry other people’s emotions and to let heavy emotions go Shannon’s cultural factors that affected her intensity in childhood With a bipolar dad, she had to tone down and tune out to tiptoe around his mood swings How she would “push buttons” on purpose just so she could have some control over family meltdowns and blowups How Shannon’s intensity got out of control with interactions with her sister How Shannon sees the gift in her intensity and can speak to others’ needs for insight and resources How Shannon harnessed the power of her intensity by working with a hypnotherapist and life coach How this podcast and a book by Suzanne Mathis McQueen helped Shannon How Shannon learned to let go of the “shoulds” How Shannon uses her fire in a positive way by engaging as a learner Shannon’s work in hosting retreats and speaking to women’s groups How we can overcome the polarizing effect by finding similarities and common threads with others Why you should say “I love you” to yourself Resources: Find Shannon Meade, Queen of Ease on Facebook The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks The Joy of Genius by Gay Hendricks 4 Seasons in 4 Weeks by Suzanne Mathis McQueen The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk, MD The Gift of Dyslexia by Ronald D. Davis and Eldon M. Braun Dyslexic Advantage by Brock L. Eide, MD, M.A.
Sit back and receive inspiration from Andrew and veteran homeschool mom and Primary Arts of Language author Jill Pike as they discuss their experience and provide suggestions for parents of struggling learners. Whether your child is dyslexic or has comprehension difficulties, Jill encourages parents to work with their student in all that they do, emphasizing her life-long motto: you can never help your child too much! REFERENCED MATERIALS: Jill Pike Podcast with Jill Pike Nick Buscemi Kristin Boutross The Four Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing Article Audio talk Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 Anna Ingham The Gift of Dyslexia by Ronald D. Davis (Amazon Affiliate) Barton Reading and Spelling System "Thoughts on Dyslexia" by Andrew Pudewa Classical Conversations Linguistic Development through Poetry Memorization Andrew Pudewa Little Bear by Else Holmelund Minarik (Amazon Affiliate) Primary Arts of Language The Family Hope Center The Institutes for the Achievement of Human Potential Understanding Child Brain Development by Matthew and Carol Newell Read-Aloud Revival Carry on, Mr. Bowditch by Jean Lee Latham (Amazon Affiliate) Cursive Knowledge by Jill Pike Pen and Paper Article Audio talk Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 Teaching Boys & Other Children Who Would Rather Make Forts All Day Audio talk by Andrew Pudewa Andrew Kern A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket (Amazon Affiliate) The Original Adventures of Hank the Cowdog by John R. Erickson (Amazon Affiliate) Theme-Based Writing Lessons Writing Source Packet Forum Martin Cothran Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com
Le don de dyslexie : Et si ceux qui n’arrivent pas à lire étaient en fait très intelligents. Depuis la parution du livre de Ronald D. Davis, une nouvelle approche, pas si nouvelle que cela en fin de compte, mais plutôt encore confidentielle en France, fait parler d’elle. C’est Madame […] Cet article Dyslexie : Méthode Davis est apparu en premier sur Planète-Douance.
Should ADHD students be taught differently than other students? In this final episode of the SPED series, Andrew and Julie examine some of the challenges of ADHD and provide suggestions for parents to use as they come alongside and work with their students in not only writing, but everyday life as well. Go To Part 1 | Part 2 Referenced Materials: Statistics on ADHD The Gift of Dyslexia by Ronald D. Davis Teaching Boys and Other Children Who Would Rather Make Forts All Day by Andrew Pudewa 4 Reasons You Should Buy a Standup Desk—Right Now article by Michael Hyatt Nature Deficit Disorder: Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 Audio Talk Paper Versus Pen: What the Research Says Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 Article Audio Talk Motivation Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 Article Audio Talk Retrain Your Brain by Jeanette Farmer Primary Arts of Language by Jill Pike Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Linguistic Development through Poetry Memorization Student Writing Intensive Level A Bible Heroes by Lori Verstegen All Things Fun and Fascinating by Lori Verstegen Does IEW work with special needs children (SPED)? by Jill Pike Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com
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