When we understand how students learn, we help unlock who they can become.<br /><br />On Learning Differently, Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Michael Wang talk with parents, educators, and experts to explore how students with learning, social, and emotional differences actually learn, why traditional school can be so challenging for them, and what really helps them thrive.<br /><br />We dive into ADHD, anxiety, dyslexia, autism, executive function, and more, breaking down the science, sharing real stories, and offering practical tools for the people who support these students every day.
Learning Differently
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When we understand how students learn, we help unlock who they can become.<br /><br />On Learning Differently, Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Michael Wang talk with parents, educators, and experts to explore how students with learning, social, and emotional differences actually learn, why traditional school can be so challenging for them, and what really helps them thrive.<br /><br />We dive into ADHD, anxiety, dyslexia, autism, executive function, and more, breaking down the science, sharing real stories, and offering practical tools for the people who support these students every day.
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August 4, 2026
We Didn't Know School Could Feel Like This
When school is not working, students often carry more than just academic stress. They carry self-doubt, silence, and the belief that something is wrong with them.<br /><br />In this episode of Learning Differently, Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Alex Arnese host a student roundtable with three Fusion Academy students. Together, they walk through the full journey from struggling in traditional school environments to finding a new path at Fusion Academy.<br /><br />You will hear what it felt like to navigate social pressure, uncertainty, and fear of change, along with the moments that helped rebuild confidence and a sense of belonging. From surviving school to feeling engaged again, these students share what truly made the difference.
July 7, 2026
Conscious Parenting for Students Who Learn Differently
What if the shift your child needs starts with you?<br /><br />In this episode of Learning Differently, Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Daniel Patterson sit down with Dr. Shefali to explore the core principles of conscious parenting and what it means for families raising children who learn or experience the world differently.<br /><br />Together, they unpack the tension many parents feel between accepting their child as they are and wanting to help them grow. Dr. Shefali introduces her concept of “child essences,” offering a lens for understanding patterns like anxiety, overachievement, or withdrawal in a more compassionate and insightful way.<br /><br />This conversation challenges the instinct to fix and instead invites parents to look inward, examining how their own expectations, fears, and conditioning shape the way they show up. For any parent lying awake wondering if they are doing enough or doing too much, this episode offers both clarity and reassurance.
June 2, 2026
When School Stops Feeling Safe
When a child does not feel understood at school, the impact goes far beyond academics.<br /><br />In this episode, Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Joie Laykoff are joined by Jodie Patterson to examine what emotional safety really looks like for students. They discuss how traditional school environments can fall short, especially for students navigating identity, and what it means for a child to feel connected and accepted.<br /><br />The conversation explores how parents can begin to understand behavior as communication, how to support children who are trying to figure themselves out, and how to recognize when a school environment may no longer be the right fit.<br /><br />This episode offers a thoughtful look at how belonging and understanding shape a student’s ability to learn and grow.
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