A podcast dedicated to answering the question: What is Communication? Marie, Matt, Michelle, Michael, and Rachel are all licensed and certified Speech and Language Pathologists. They break down the latest in Speech and Language Therapy, interview leaders in the field, and apply evidence-based practice to their discussions.
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SLPeaceBot, CEU Completion, Neuro-Affirming Care, and Review of the Book: A Heart That Works
Season 9 · Episode 178
Monday, January 13, 2025 • Duration 01:29:45
Ruchi, Matt, and Michelle 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 neuro-affirming therapy, losing a 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 that have to write a SOAP note. She discusses the SLPeace Bot and how it can trim report writing time to mere minutes
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SLPeaceBot
The SLPeaceBot™ helps you complete in-session notes effortlessly using just your voice. Say goodbye to time-consuming documentation and hello to stress-free productivity. Get instant SOAP notes in your preferred language, auto-send or proof manually, with fully customizable, HIPAA-compliant documentation—saving you over 260 hours annually
This was originally recorded in December before technical difficulties struck and the holidays which forced the episode to be delayed 4 weeks.
Teacher Opinions, Barium Swallows, and Research Availability
Season 7 · Episode 175
Monday, July 17, 2023 • Duration 57:16
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.
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.
Code of Ethics Changes, White Privilege, Tik Tok Teachers, and a New Research Journal
Season 7 · Episode 174
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 • Duration 51:45
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.
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.
Burnout In Schools, Teletherapy Attendance Rates, and Jobs with Speech Disorders
Season 7 · Episode 173
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 • Duration 55:41
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.
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.
Compassionate Communication, New Barbie, Social Media, and SLP Grad Programs
Season 7 · Episode 172
Thursday, May 18, 2023 • Duration 02:00:51
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.
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.
VR in Therapy, Supreme Court and Special Ed,Dementia, and Dr. Givona Sandiford
Season 7 · Episode 171
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 • Duration 01:59:40
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.
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.
SLP Roles in Concussions, Wearable Tech, and Accent Modifications Part 2
Season 7 · Episode 170
Friday, March 17, 2023 • Duration 01:11:11
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.
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.
IEP Law Changes, Jansport Backpacks, and Accent Modifications
Season 7 · Episode 169
Thursday, March 2, 2023 • Duration 01:22:42
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.
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.
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.
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.
Stephanie Michele believes in the mission for The Center for Nonviolent Communication www.cnvc.org. And, she is a supporting member of the organization.
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