You’re listening to the Speechie Side Up podcast hosted by author, AAC specialist, and matcha tea lover, Venita Litvack! Every week, you get to hear what other SLPs are doing in the field and how they found their passion. This podcast was created to help YOU stop re-inventing the wheel and start loving your job again!
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Welcome to Kitchen Island Tea. We will be Dishing the Real truth with REAL talk about Real issues in a Real World. Women will be sitting and sharing at the Kitchen Island! So grab your cup and let’s share some Tea! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/venita-r-mitchell/support
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Fiction Out Loud. Spillers is a podcast for handpicked literary short fiction with exclusive interviews on the story of the story. Every episode is 30 minutes or less. For more information, check out www.Spillers.net. Hosted by award-winning writer and podcaster Robert Hoekman Jr.
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Atento Capital is an early-stage investment firm focused on unlocking unsung potential. From our offices in Tulsa and NW Arkansas, leading markets for innovation in the heartland, we identify high-potential ideas and individuals and then invest the early-stage funding and human capital needed to take ventures from 0-1 and 1-10. The BeAtento Podcast explores the founders, partners, funders, and systems that work together to transform the heartland into the nation’s most equitable tech hub.
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Welcome to Unii Babies, a weekly podcast for those who are trying to conceive, pregnant, or parenting a baby or toddler. Created by unii.com, the home of family wellbeing education, and hosted by paediatrician Dr. Saranya Ravindran, each episode is devoted to asking a leading doctor, surgeon, or other family health expert the questions that parents like you want answered. From postpartum sex to fertility news, birth planning, breastfeeding tips, first steps, first aid, first words, toddler t ...
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Mary Brezik and Kim Dillon are two pediatric speech-language pathologists with over 25 years of combined experience. As speech therapists, we are often the first professionals to assess young children once they are referred by their pediatrician. Either they are not talking well or they are not eating well. We get to know our patients, their families, and how they are developing. We have a front row seat during the first critical and formative years of development for those who receive our s ...
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This is a podcast about food and the role it plays in our sense of self, our sense of place and our sense of taste. All of our guests have made the UK their home. Each of their sharing plates connect them to "their country", their people and their own special memories. You're invited to join us, as our guests, share plates, recipes and stories. You'll hear how refugees are just like you and me, and have their own hopes and dreams. This is a foodie's journey that transcends generations and na ...
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Unii Baby Nutrition Expert Dr. Venita Patel: “This is how to introduce new foods to your baby…”
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Unii Baby Nutrition Expert Dr. Venita Patel is an NHS community paediatrician and registered nutritional therapist with over thirty years' experience. She’s helped hundreds of parents with their babies' eating and can support you anywhere and supports them 24/7 at unii.com through her Baby Nutrition Journey video course. She joined host Dr. Saranya…
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In this episode, I am joined by Jessie Kensey, a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist and owner of Simply Speech Therapy, as she shares her journey from being a high school English teacher to starting her own private practice. She discusses the motivations behind starting her business, the importance of building rapport with clients, and how her u…
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This solo episode is all about the mistakes I made with AAC in the past. We review 6 things I wish I knew starting out with AAC like determining grid size, programming, moving beyond requesting, teaching literacy, adding gestalts, and giving exploration time. This episode is also a sneak peak into the AAC Connect program. AAC Connect includes a var…
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In this episode, I am joined by Megan Hayes, MS, CCC-SLP, as we explore how working in a private practice setting differs from other professional environments. The discussion focuses on the unique aspects, benefits, and challenges of private practice in comparison to alternative settings.Visit Speechie Side Up to learn more about this episode.…
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Unii Baby Feeding Expert Wendy Lever, IBCLC, was inspired to become a lactation consultant by her own maternal experience, and we're constantly impressed by the breadth of her expertise. She is also a total feeding nerd, and her passion for her work is infectious. She speaks to our host, A&E paediatric consultant Dr. Saranya Ravindran, about breast…
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In this episode I share five key strategies for conducting effective AAC device trials. This episode emphasizes on the importance of having light or no-tech backups, involving caregivers and school staff in data collection, acquiring AAC apps for iPads, borrowing devices from loan libraries, and initiating funded device trials. It also highlights t…
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In this episode, we are joined by Martha Boiardt, an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist and founder of Miami Speech Therapy as she shares her expertise on bilingual speech therapy, discussing the importance of maintaining heritage languages while navigating language delays. Martha addresses common challenges, including the lack of quality mate…
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The episode is part of the AAC Connect series and was inspired by a frustrated teacher that reached out to me. She was told her student wasn’t ready for AAC because he did not point, discriminate or attend long enough. I share some ways to address each skill when a client is not exhibiting these skills "yet." This episode is also a sneak peak into …
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Unii Paediatrics Expert Dr. Su Laurent, MBBS, FRCPCH, is a consultant paediatrician with over three decades of experience. She leads our Unii.com Journey video courses on newborns and baby health and development. In this Unii Babies episode, Dr. Su speaks to our host, consultant paediatrician Dr. Saranya Ravindran (whom she trained!) about a baby's…
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In this episode, I am joined by Rachel May, a Speech Language Pathologist with over two decades of experience as we explore the challenges and benefits of pursuing entrepreneurship versus employment. Rachel discusses her journey and the motivation behind starting her own private practice. She is also joined by her colleagues, Sheila and Amber, who …
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Dr. Shree: "I'm an obstetrician and gynaecologist; this is what I’d like every pregnant woman to know."
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Unii Pregnancy Expert Dr. Shree Datta is an award-winning obstetrician and gynaecologist with over two decades of experience at some of London's most prestigious hospitals. She co-created video courses for couples on pregnancy and conceiving a baby with Unii.com and joins Dr. Saranya Ravindran, Unii Babies host and consultant paediatrician, to talk…
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In this episode, I am joined by Quinn Kelly as we delve into the intricacies of integrating AAC devices with ASL for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Quinn is a bilingual ASL-Fluent Certified Speech Language Pathologist in New York and New Jersey. Quinn shares insights on the historical use of AAC, its overprescription, and the importan…
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In this episode, I am joined by Gina Russell, the owner of Tiny Sparks, LLC, as we discuss her private coaching and consulting services designed to support parents and professionals in helping young children reach their full potential. Gina explains the philosophy behind her diagnosis-free approach, aiming to assist families regardless of their cur…
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Unii Babies Sleep Expert: "This is my No. 1 baby-sleep tool. I'd use it for my children now if I could."
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For Unii Babies Ep. 3, Baby and Toddler Sleep, host and paediatrician Dr. Saranya Ravindran sits down with Unii sleep expert Sam Sadighi. She’s an award-winning sleep coach who works with babies, children and adults to help them get the best rest possible. Join Sam and Saranya as they discuss how much sleep babies need, how to make sure they get it…
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In this episode, I am joined by Kellie Willis, a Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in Early Intervention as we discuss the importance of education, relationships, and the use of AAC in empowering families and caregivers. Kellie emphasizes the delicate and intimate nature of early intervention, the necessity of building trust with the family,…
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In this episode, I am joined by Kaitlin Mulcahey, a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist and owner of Competent Communicators, LLC, as we discuss how to provide neurodiversity-informed therapy for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Gestalt Language Processing (GLP) learners. Caitlin shares her experiences and tips on incorporatin…
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Unii's Baby Feeding Expert: “Generally, if you're breastfeeding and want a glass of wine, enjoy it!”
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Unii Baby Feeding Expert Wendy Lever IBCLC was inspired to become a lactation consultant by her own maternal experience, and we're constantly impressed by the breadth of her knowledge. She speaks to Unii Babies' host Dr. Saranya Ravindran about all things breastfeeding and formula feeding, from what to eat and how much breastmilk is required to whi…
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In this episode, I am joined by Kaitlin Mulcahey, a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist and owner of Competent Communicators, LLC, as we discuss how to provide neurodiversity-informed therapy for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Gestalt Language Processing (GLP) learners. Caitlin shares her experiences and tips on incorporatin…
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Unii's Relationship Expert: "After working with me, her jealousy dissolved, and he proposed!"
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Unii Relationship Expert Natalie Mossayebi helps women master emotional triggers and build their best-ever relationships. The relationship coach joins Dr. Saranya, Unii Babies host and paediatrician, to talk about love, , and your romantic relationship after childbirth. Unii and Natalie created a Love, , and Parenting video course for the unii.com …
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In this episode, I am joined by Lisa Pugliese-Lacroix, aUSPTA and PTR Elite Certified Tennis Professional and a certified Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in autism. Lisa shares her journey of combining her passion for tennis with speech therapy to benefit children and adults with autism through her unique nonprofit organization, Love Servi…
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Unii Babies is a weekly podcast about all things baby, from conceiving right through to the toddler years. Brought to you by unii.com, the home of family well-being education, it stars host Dr. Saranya Ravindran, an NHS paediatrician, and field-leading expert guests. Health and wellness information can be confusing. We bring you clear advice you ca…
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In this throwback episode, I was joined by Dr. Kelly Farquharson, a Speech-Language Pathologist, Associate Professor, and Director of the Children’s Literacy and Speech Sound (CLaSS) Lab at Florida State University. The mission of the CLaSS lab is to help children with speech and language impairments achieve classroom success.…
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Tune in for our very last episode of this season's "How I Made My Speech Path Business" with hosts Mary Brezik and Kim Dillon. This episode shines a spotlight on Mary's personal journey in starting her own private practice. With a background rich in healthcare and creative arts, Mary recognized the need for a more balanced approach between her prof…
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In this episode, I am joined by Sarah Breshears, a Speech-Language Pathologist and founder of Social Moguls.as we discuss the significance of literacy in speech therapy. Sarah shares insights from her career, including her experience introducing reading to young children and the benefits of using books to target multiple speech and language goals. …
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This has been such a fun season of The Speech Source Podcast! As we wrap up our season of How I Made My Speech Path Business, Kim and Mary each take a turn in the interviewee seat and talk about how they themselves have built their own private practices. First up was Kim Dillon talking about her private speech practice. Kim shares about the beginni…
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In this epside, hosts Kim and Mary welcom Jena Castro-Casbon, a speech therapist with her own private practice and creator of the Start Your Private Practice and Grow Your Private Practice programs. Jena shares her journey into the field of speech therapy, initially inspired by her father's experiences with stuttering and his positive feedback abou…
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205: [Literacy Connect ] All In For Literacy: How Unity Among Educators Transforms Learning Sneak Peek
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This episode is a sneak peek of Spencer Russell's episode for Literacy Connect. At Literacy Connect, we’re excited to guide you through how structured literacy instruction can help your students and children thrive. From assessment and treatment to understanding dyslexia and exploring the latest technology, we’ve got it all covered. We are on a…
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Are you ready to stop feeling overwhelmed with literacy and know exactly how to help children learn to read and write? At Literacy Connect, we’re excited to guide you through how structured literacy instruction can help your students and children thrive. From assessment and treatment to understanding dyslexia and exploring the latest technology…
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Bioeutectics: Transforming the Solvents Industry with Sustainable solutions in Tulsa with Founder Tomas Silicaro
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In this episode of the BeAtento Podcast, we welcome Tomas Silicaro, the Co-founder and CEO of Bioeutectics, who is leading a green revolution in the solvents industry. Bioeutectics is making a space for themselves in the development of sustainable solutions that replace traditional, environmentally harmful solvents.Tomas shares his journey from con…
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In this episode, Kim and Mary talk with Rachael Baethge as she shares how she created a flexible and sustainable business model that accommodates her roles as a mom and a speech therapist. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing personal and professional limits to avoid burnout, ensuring she remains effective in all her roles—business owner, m…
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In this podcast episode, hosts Kim and Mary talk with Sydney Bassard, known as The Listening SLP, who shares her intriguing journey from a public health undergraduate to a successful speech therapist and entrepreneur. Sydney discusses her initial career aspiration in pharmacy, which shifted after a impactful summer at a literacy center. This experi…
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In this episode, I am joined by Britney Morrish, MSc-SLP (C) R. SLP and the owner of the Language and Literacy Clinic of Manitoba, as we delve into the critical importance of literacy. Britney discusses the expansive role of literacy beyond mere reading and writing, emphasizing its impact on cognitive skills and democratic discussions. She explains…
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In this episode, I am joined by Brianna Guild, a private practice SLP from Ontario, Canada, as we discuss the integration of literacy tasks into speech therapy sessions, emphasizing the importance of phonological awareness and phonics. Brianna shares her expertise and experience in literacy intervention, especially for children with speech sound de…
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From the Vault: Get Ready! How to Diagnose and Assess Dyslexia
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In this podcourse, we identified 3 signs of dyslexia and discussed an SLPs role in the diagnosing process. We looked at 3 areas to assess dyslexia and how to effectively identify which 2 assessments to consider for a dyslexia evaluation. This episode is part of a digital conference event called SLP Live. Listening to this episode does not automatic…
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In this episode of the Speech Source Podcast, hosts Mary Brezik and Kim Dillon, interview SLP Erin Larson, the dynamic force behind Speech Tea. Erin shares her fascinating journey from aspiring pharmacist to passionate speech therapist. Erin's career took shape in a private practice setting, where she faced the challenge of working at a new, under-…
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In this episode, I am joined by Tiffany Pierangelo and Megan Hapeman, as we dive into a comprehensive discussion that focuses on the role AAC consultants play in supporting SLPs within large school districts. Tiffany and Megan, experienced Speech Pathologists and AAC consultants, covered effective strategies for aiding school-based SLPs, highlighti…
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Kim and Mary get to sit down for a second time for insight, ideas, tips and laughs with the incredible Lindsey Hockel, SLP and founder of Speechy Things. We've had her on previously to talk about all things "R," but this time she talks us through how she went from her clinical fellowship to digital resource and course creator and niching down in th…
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In this episode, I am joined by Tiffany Pierangelo and Megan Hapeman, as we dive into a comprehensive discussion that focuses on the role AAC consultants play in supporting SLPs within large school districts. Tiffany and Megan, experienced Speech Pathologists and AAC consultants, covered effective strategies for aiding school-based SLPs, highlighti…
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This episode will have you captivated, motivated and in awe! Kim and Mary feature Barbara Fernandes, an SLP, author, CEO of Smarty Ears and Smarty Symbols, advocate, and educator. To say she has taken her business and created something so unique and on her own terms is an understatement. She is a testament that staying true to who you are and on th…
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In this episode, I am joined by Carrie Clark, M.A. CCC-SLP, to explore techniques to revolutionize scheduling and service delivery to save time without compromising on client progress. Carrie discussed a deep dive into time mastery strategies for Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), particularly focusing on school-based settings. Key learning outco…
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In this episode, hosts Mary Brezik and Kim Dillon discuss all things AAC, podcasting (The Speechie Side Up Podcast), presenting and more with guest Venita Litvack, a speech therapist and entrepreneur. Venita details her progression in specializing in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and her eventual roles including an AAC consultant…
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In this episode, I am joined by Carrie Clark, M.A. CCC-SLP, to explore techniques to revolutionize scheduling and service delivery to save time without compromising on client progress. Carrie discussed a deep dive into time mastery strategies for Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), particularly focusing on school-based settings. Key learning outco…
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SLP Annie Gist joins us this week to share her remarkable journey from an employee to a proud owner of the speech therapy practice, Play on Words. After working for a private practice for several years, Annie was staying home with her 2 little girls and living the mom life when she found herself in a position as a single mom needing to bring in inc…
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In this episode, I am joined by Melanie Evans from Pediatric Speech Sisters. Melanie shares insights on cultural diversity, inclusion, and the importance of cultural competemility in the field of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP). The conversation covers defining cultural competemility, ethical considerations according to the American Speech-Language…
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Ashley Christensen, an experienced speech language pathologist with a background in educational settings, leveraged her expertise to create My Magic Words Speech Sound Academy, a digital speech course born out of a successful Zoom session. The name of the program stems from affirmations she would consistently use at the beginning of each speech ses…
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In this episode, I am joined by Melanie Evans from Pediatric Speech Sisters. Melanie shares insights on cultural diversity, inclusion, and the importance of cultural competemility in the field of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP). The conversation covers defining cultural competemility, ethical considerations according to the American Speech-Language…
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In our 6th episode of this season's "How I Built My Speech Path Business," Kim and Mary talk to Jenna Rayburn Kirk, a pioneer in the world of digital creation and blogging and owner of Speech Room News. Her story begins in graduate school, with a literacy intervention program that set the stage for her online venture. Working as an SLP in the schoo…
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In this episode, I am joined by Carly Dorfman, M.S., CCC-SLP, Owner of KIDnection, and Lead Speech Language Pathologist and Parent Educator. She is a licensed, certified, and credentialed pediatric speech-language pathologist with over 10 years of experience treating children of all developmental levels. Her specialty is in a child and family cente…
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On this episode of the series "How I Built my Speech Path Business," we talk with SLP Jacey Bullock. Jacey spent the beginning of her career as a speech therapist in the school setting, and once she became pregnant with her 3rd child, she knew she wanted to create an opportunity for herself that would allow more time with her children while still u…
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It is TEA time! Talk at The Kitchen Island is all about CHARITY. Our special guest’s life of giving has made a significant impact on the community of Fort Bend, Houston. Her passion for dance and offering traditional dance classes led to arts education programs and fostering community outreach through partnerships, schools, and other organizations.…
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