Ruchi, Matt, and Michelle dive into the research and pop news related to the field of speech and language pathology. On this week’s episode, they discuss neuro-affirming therapy, losing licensure for not completing CEU’s, and the book: A Heart That Works. Dr. Givona Sandiford comes back on air with a time-saving AI tool for SLPs who have to write a SOAP note. She discusses the SLPeace Bot and how it can trim report writing time to mere minutes

The crew get together to review ASHA Convention   This was originally recorded in December before technical difficulties struck and the holidays which forced the episode to be delayed 4 weeks.

Matt, Michelle, and Rachel dive into the research and pop news in and related to the field of Speech and Language Pathology.  On this week’s episode, the team introduces a new weekly research article review on discord, look at research on modified barium swallows, what teachers think about SLPs, and the effects of readily available research.  The Discord is up and ready for people to interact with the crew 24/7 with a new website, www.discord.speechsciencepodcast.com. SSPOD Shoutout: Do you know an SLP who deserves a digital fist bump or shout-out?  We want to know your #SSPODSHOUTOUT, which is recognition for someone doing something awesome somewhere.  SSPOD Due Process: Your opportunity to message us about a problem in your area that you would like us to talk about, use the #SSPODDUEPROCESS.   Contact Email: [email protected] Discord: https://discord.speechsciencepodcast.com Speech Science Stuff: http://merchandise.speechsciencepodcast.com/   New Episode and Interact here: www.speechsciencepodcast.com podcast.speechsciencepodcast.com   Support Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/speechsciencepodcast   Rate and Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?fbclid=IwAR3QRzd5K4J-eS2SUGBK1CyIUvoDrhu8Gr4SqskNkCDVUJyk5It3sa26k3Y&ign-mpt=uo%3D8&mt=2   Credits Intro Music: Please Listen Carefully by Jahzzar is licensed under a Attribution-ShareAlike License. Bump Music: County Fair Rock, copyright of John Deku, at soundcloud.com/dirtdogmusic The Informed SLP: At The Count by Broke For Free is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License Closing Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License.   Show Links Matt’s Book Link https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09JS6BK1F?ref_=dbs_mng_crcw_0&storeType=ebooks   Speech Science Powered by: You!

Matt, Ruchi, and Rachel dive into the research and pop news in and related to the field of Speech and Language Pathology.  On this week’s episode the team look at changes in the code of ethics, teachers of Tik Tok, do grad students identify white privilege, and a new journal dedicated to research in the field of Speech and Language Therapy.   The Discord is up and ready for people to interact with the crew 24/7 with a new website, www.discord.speechsciencepodcast.com. SSPOD Shoutout: Do you know an SLP who deserves a digital fist bump or shout-out?  We want to know your #SSPODSHOUTOUT, which is recognition for someone doing something awesome somewhere.  SSPOD Due Process: Your opportunity to message us about a problem in your area that you would like us to talk about, use the #SSPODDUEPROCESS.   Contact Email: [email protected] Discord: https://discord.speechsciencepodcast.com Speech Science Stuff: http://merchandise.speechsciencepodcast.com/   New Episode and Interact here: www.speechsciencepodcast.com podcast.speechsciencepodcast.com   Support Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/speechsciencepodcast   Rate and Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?fbclid=IwAR3QRzd5K4J-eS2SUGBK1CyIUvoDrhu8Gr4SqskNkCDVUJyk5It3sa26k3Y&ign-mpt=uo%3D8&mt=2   Credits Intro Music: Please Listen Carefully by Jahzzar is licensed under a Attribution-ShareAlike License. Bump Music: County Fair Rock, copyright of John Deku, at soundcloud.com/dirtdogmusic The Informed SLP: At The Count by Broke For Free is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License Closing Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License.   Show Links Matt’s Book Link https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09JS6BK1F?ref_=dbs_mng_crcw_0&storeType=ebooks   Speech Science Powered by: You!

Matt, Michelle, Ruchi, and Rachel dive into the research and pop news in and related to the field of Speech and Language Pathology.  Ruchi joins the show as the new co-host! On this week’s episode the team look at the impact teletherapy had on attendance rates, burn-out in the schools for SLPs leaving the career, what can we do if a job wont hire a co-worker due to a speech disorder, and the leadership mentor program.  The Discord is up and ready for people to interact with the crew 24/7 with a new website, www.discord.speechsciencepodcast.com. SSPOD Shoutout: Do you know an SLP who deserves a digital fist bump or shout-out?  We want to know your #SSPODSHOUTOUT, which is recognition for someone doing something awesome somewhere.  SSPOD Due Process: Your opportunity to message us about a problem in your area that you would like us to talk about, use the #SSPODDUEPROCESS.   Contact Email: [email protected] Discord: https://discord.speechsciencepodcast.com Speech Science Stuff: http://merchandise.speechsciencepodcast.com/   New Episode and Interact here: www.speechsciencepodcast.com podcast.speechsciencepodcast.com   Support Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/speechsciencepodcast   Rate and Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?fbclid=IwAR3QRzd5K4J-eS2SUGBK1CyIUvoDrhu8Gr4SqskNkCDVUJyk5It3sa26k3Y&ign-mpt=uo%3D8&mt=2   Credits Intro Music: Please Listen Carefully by Jahzzar is licensed under a Attribution-ShareAlike License. Bump Music: County Fair Rock, copyright of John Deku, at soundcloud.com/dirtdogmusic The Informed SLP: At The Count by Broke For Free is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License Closing Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License.   Show Links Matt’s Book Link https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09JS6BK1F?ref_=dbs_mng_crcw_0&storeType=ebooks   Speech Science Powered by: You!

Marie, Matt, and Rachel dive into the research and pop news in and related to the field of Speech and Language Pathology.  On this week’s episode they discuss the new Barbie, social media and the SLP, ranking the top SLP Grad Programs, and why is there a research-to-practice gap.  Matt had the opportunity to speak with Stephanie Sweigart about Compassionate Communication and how we can use it in our therapy settings. The Discord is up and ready for people to interact with the crew 24/7 with a new website, www.discord.speechsciencepodcast.com. SSPOD Shoutout: Do you know an SLP who deserves a digital fist bump or shout-out?  We want to know your #SSPODSHOUTOUT, which is recognition for someone doing something awesome somewhere.  SSPOD Due Process: Your opportunity to message us about a problem in your area that you would like us to talk about, use the #SSPODDUEPROCESS.   Interview:  Stephanie Michele Sweigart is a Speech-Language Pathologist who founded  Golden State Speech Pathology Services, Inc., a  woman-owned and operated NPA since 2013, where she manages SLPs and SLPAs.  She earned her undergraduate degree and Master's degree from Bloomsburg University, in Pennsylvania and has presented at the Pennsylvania Speech and Hearing Association (PSHA).     Stephanie Michele has experience with working in hospitals, providing speech and swallowing assessments and therapy in the acute care setting and has also provided early intervention therapy to students in their home, as well as to public schools, charter schools and non-public school students. She supervises SLP graduate clinicians during their CF as well as SLPAs.  Stephanie Michele has supervised undergraduate clinicians abroad in Belize.   Stephanie Michele is a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher. She is a certified CE provider in California and has created Golden State of Mind PD- professional development that focuses on the clinician. She has created the online digital course The Framework to Becoming a Mindful Speech Clinician. She is a public speaker.  And, she is the host for SpeechTherapyPD.com's YouTube channel.      Stephanie Michele believes in the mission for The Center for Nonviolent Communication www.cnvc.org.  And, she is a supporting member of the organization.   Contact Email: [email protected] Discord: https://discord.speechsciencepodcast.com Speech Science Stuff: http://merchandise.speechsciencepodcast.com/   New Episode and Interact here: www.speechsciencepodcast.com podcast.speechsciencepodcast.com   Support Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/speechsciencepodcast   Rate and Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?fbclid=IwAR3QRzd5K4J-eS2SUGBK1CyIUvoDrhu8Gr4SqskNkCDVUJyk5It3sa26k3Y&ign-mpt=uo%3D8&mt=2   Credits Intro Music: Please Listen Carefully by Jahzzar is licensed under a Attribution-ShareAlike License. Bump Music: County Fair Rock, copyright of John Deku, at soundcloud.com/dirtdogmusic The Informed SLP: At The Count by Broke For Free is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License Closing Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License.   Show Links Compassionate Communication:  http://www.goldenstateofmindpd.com  http://www.gssps.com  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/golden.state.slp/   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-sweigart013080/    Free Gift:  Compassionate Communication in the Workplace- Workbook   Matt’s Book Link https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09JS6BK1F?ref_=dbs_mng_crcw_0&storeType=ebooks   Speech Science Powered by: You!

Marie, Matt, and Rachel dive into the research and pop news in and related to the field of Speech and Language Pathology.  On this week’s episode they discuss how VR can impact therapy, habit and structure for dementia, and a supreme court ruling in favor of a student in special education.  Matt had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Givonna Sandiford about her new book: SLP Empire: The Door - Laying the Groundwork for Winning Your First State Contract. The Discord is up and ready for people to interact with the crew 24/7 with a new website, www.discord.speechsciencepodcast.com. SSPOD Shoutout: Do you know an SLP who deserves a digital fist bump or shout-out?  We want to know your #SSPODSHOUTOUT, which is recognition for someone doing something awesome somewhere.  SSPOD Due Process: Your opportunity to message us about a problem in your area that you would like us to talk about, use the #SSPODDUEPROCESS.   Interview:  Have you ever just been fed up with the daily grind of working as an SLP? Have you tried multiple settings and still you can't find your niche? Our guest today shares how she felt this way but managed to find her calling in the unlikeliest place. She then wrote a book to help others do the same.   Dr. Givona Sandiford went from a frustrated burned out SLP of almost 20 years to forming her own SLP Empire with the help of an amazing team and multiple state contracts in just her first two years of private practice.   Contact Email: [email protected] Discord: https://discord.speechsciencepodcast.com Speech Science Stuff: http://merchandise.speechsciencepodcast.com/   New Episode and Interact here: www.speechsciencepodcast.com podcast.speechsciencepodcast.com   Support Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/speechsciencepodcast   Rate and Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?fbclid=IwAR3QRzd5K4J-eS2SUGBK1CyIUvoDrhu8Gr4SqskNkCDVUJyk5It3sa26k3Y&ign-mpt=uo%3D8&mt=2   Credits Intro Music: Please Listen Carefully by Jahzzar is licensed under a Attribution-ShareAlike License. Bump Music: County Fair Rock, copyright of John Deku, at soundcloud.com/dirtdogmusic The Informed SLP: At The Count by Broke For Free is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License Closing Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License.   Show Links Interview: Full Course: www.somelikeittaught.com     Book: https://amzn.to/3YzAnHs Freebie pro tips: www.somelikeittaught.com/7mistakes   Matt’s Book Link https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09JS6BK1F?ref_=dbs_mng_crcw_0&storeType=ebooks   Speech Science Powered by: You!

Episode 170 Matt, Michelle, and Rachel dive into the research and pop news in and related to the field of Speech and Language Pathology.  On this week’s episode they discuss the role the SLP has in Concussion protocol and wearable tech for voice care.     The Discord is up and ready for people to interact with the crew 24/7 with a new website, www.discord.speechsciencepodcast.com. SSPOD Shoutout: Do you know an SLP who deserves a digital fist bump or shout-out?  We want to know your #SSPODSHOUTOUT, which is recognition for someone doing something awesome somewhere.  SSPOD Due Process: Your opportunity to message us about a problem in your area that you would like us to talk about, use the #SSPODDUEPROCESS.  Contact Email: [email protected] Discord: https://discord.speechsciencepodcast.com Speech Science Stuff: http://merchandise.speechsciencepodcast.com/   New Episode and Interact here: www.speechsciencepodcast.com podcast.speechsciencepodcast.com   Support Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/speechsciencepodcast   Rate and Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?fbclid=IwAR3QRzd5K4J-eS2SUGBK1CyIUvoDrhu8Gr4SqskNkCDVUJyk5It3sa26k3Y&ign-mpt=uo%3D8&mt=2   Credits Intro Music: Please Listen Carefully by Jahzzar is licensed under a Attribution-ShareAlike License. Bump Music: County Fair Rock, copyright of John Deku, at soundcloud.com/dirtdogmusic The Informed SLP: At The Count by Broke For Free is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License Closing Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License.   Show Links Interview: Bob's book: Here's How to Do Accent Modification: https://www.pluralpublishing.com/publications/heres-how-to-do-accent-modification-a-manual-for-speech-language-pathologists Continuing Education: 20Q: Accents and Accent Modification: https://www.speechpathology.com/articles/20q-accents-and-accent-modification-20539 (this one is open source and free to anyone. You can get CEU credit if you have a speechpathology.com account) Back to Basics: Accent Modification: https://www.speechpathology.com/slp-ceus/course/back-to-basics-accent-modification-9099 (this one is on speechpathology.com) SLPs in Accent Modification Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/543299812453471/ CORSPAN (Corporate Speech Pathology Network): www.corspan.org   Matt’s Book Link https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09JS6BK1F?ref_=dbs_mng_crcw_0&storeType=ebooks   Speech Science Powered by: You!

Episode 169 Matt, Michelle, and Rachel dive into the research and pop news in and related to the field of Speech and Language Pathology.  On this week’s episode they Jansport Backpacks, IEP Law Change, and Michelle speaks to Bob McKinney on Accent Modification and his non-traditional route to becoming and SLP.     The Discord is up and ready for people to interact with the crew 24/7 with a new website, www.discord.speechsciencepodcast.com. SSPOD Shoutout: Do you know an SLP who deserves a digital fist bump or shout-out?  We want to know your #SSPODSHOUTOUT, which is recognition for someone doing something awesome somewhere.  SSPOD Due Process: Your opportunity to message us about a problem in your area that you would like us to talk about, use the #SSPODDUEPROCESS.  Contact Email: [email protected] Discord: https://discord.speechsciencepodcast.com Speech Science Stuff: http://merchandise.speechsciencepodcast.com/   New Episode and Interact here: www.speechsciencepodcast.com podcast.speechsciencepodcast.com   Support Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/speechsciencepodcast   Rate and Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?fbclid=IwAR3QRzd5K4J-eS2SUGBK1CyIUvoDrhu8Gr4SqskNkCDVUJyk5It3sa26k3Y&ign-mpt=uo%3D8&mt=2   Credits Intro Music: Please Listen Carefully by Jahzzar is licensed under a Attribution-ShareAlike License. Bump Music: County Fair Rock, copyright of John Deku, at soundcloud.com/dirtdogmusic The Informed SLP: At The Count by Broke For Free is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License Closing Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License.  Interview: Bob's book: Here's How to Do Accent Modification: https://www.pluralpublishing.com/publications/heres-how-to-do-accent-modification-a-manual-for-speech-language-pathologists Continuing Education: 20Q: Accents and Accent Modification: https://www.speechpathology.com/articles/20q-accents-and-accent-modification-20539 (this one is open source and free to anyone. You can get CEU credit if you have a speechpathology.com account) Back to Basics: Accent Modification: https://www.speechpathology.com/slp-ceus/course/back-to-basics-accent-modification-9099 (this one is on speechpathology.com) SLPs in Accent Modification Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/543299812453471/ CORSPAN (Corporate Speech Pathology Network): www.corspan.org Show Links Matt’s Book Link https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09JS6BK1F?ref_=dbs_mng_crcw_0&storeType=ebooks   Speech Science Powered by: You!

Matt, Michelle, and Rachel dive into the research and pop news in and related to the field of Speech and Language Pathology.  On this week’s episode they discusses trauma informed care with Rachel and the role of AI in speech and language therapy.     The Discord is up and ready for people to interact with the crew 24/7 with a new website, www.discord.speechsciencepodcast.com. SSPOD Shoutout: Do you know an SLP who deserves a digital fist bump or shout-out?  We want to know your #SSPODSHOUTOUT, which is recognition for someone doing something awesome somewhere.  SSPOD Due Process: Your opportunity to message us about a problem in your area that you would like us to talk about, use the #SSPODDUEPROCESS.  Contact Email: [email protected] Discord: https://discord.speechsciencepodcast.com Speech Science Stuff: http://merchandise.speechsciencepodcast.com/   New Episode and Interact here: www.speechsciencepodcast.com podcast.speechsciencepodcast.com   Support Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/speechsciencepodcast   Rate and Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?fbclid=IwAR3QRzd5K4J-eS2SUGBK1CyIUvoDrhu8Gr4SqskNkCDVUJyk5It3sa26k3Y&ign-mpt=uo%3D8&mt=2   Credits Intro Music: Please Listen Carefully by Jahzzar is licensed under a Attribution-ShareAlike License. Bump Music: County Fair Rock, copyright of John Deku, at soundcloud.com/dirtdogmusic The Informed SLP: At The Count by Broke For Free is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License Closing Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License.   Show Links Matt’s Book Link https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09JS6BK1F?ref_=dbs_mng_crcw_0&storeType=ebooks   Speech Science Powered by: You!