Best Swallowing Disorders Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 91: Five Things About Neurodivergence With Maddison Carroll 35:25

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In this episode Liz and Jesse are joined by Maddison Carroll, Nuclear Medicine Scientist and Educator. This episode is not about nuclear medicine, but instead about Maddie's lived experience, and lessons for all about neurodivergence. Maddie’s Five Things: The diversity in neurodivergence. Communication is a two-way street. Challenge assumptions, e…

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380 – From Burnout to Breakthrough: How Dr. Sandiford Built a Time-Saving Tool for SLPs 39:17

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In this episode of the Swallow Your Pride podcast, Theresa sits down with the founder of Melospeech (yes, that Melospeech!) to talk about her journey from overwhelmed CF to innovative entrepreneur building tech that finally makes documentation easier. If you’re an SLP who’s done being bogged down by daily notes and wants to get back to focusing on …

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IJLCD: 'It depends who I'm with' - How young people with developmental language disorder describe their experiences of language and communication in school 18:24

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In this podcast we speak with Anna Ekström and Olof Sandgren about their study of experiences of young people with DLD, which focused on language and communication in a school context. The study is guided by the following research question: How do young people diagnosed with DLD describe their experiences of language and communication in school? Th…

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Beyond the Book: Real Talk About Head and Neck Cancer Care 41:31

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Three head and neck cancer specialists from coast-to-coast share insights that may challenge some traditional dysphagia management approaches. Dr. Carly Barbon (MD Anderson), Dr. Mario Landera (University of Miami), and Dr. Heather Starmer (Stanford) discuss why functional goals are important with this population, the critical importance of shared …

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379 – From Adult Rehab to Neonatal Care: One SLP’s Journey to the NICU 31:33

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In this episode of "Swallow Your Pride," Nicole Scafura, a speech-language pathologist and certified neonatal therapist in a New York City Level IV NICU shares her unique career journey from adult care to pediatric feeding and swallowing. She discusses the complexities of NICU decision-making, and highlights the importance of interdisciplinary team…

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What's New In Pediatric Sleep Surgery? 39:43

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What happens when tonsil and adenoid surgery isn’t enough for kids with obstructive sleep apnea? In this episode, Dr. Michael McCormick sits down with Dr. Taher Valika and Dr. Saied Ghadersohi from Lurie Children’s Pediatric Otolaryngology team to unpack the latest innovations in pediatric sleep surgery. From why sleep apnea matters, to what to do …

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378 – More Than a Voice: How One SLP Built a Movement of Access & Advocacy 31:30

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Samantha Elandary, MA, CCC-SLP, founder and CEO of the Parkinson Voice Project—and the powerhouse behind the SPEAK OUT!® therapy program. From her early days as an SLP navigating hospital systems to launching a nonprofit that’s helped thousands access care regardless of insurance status, Samantha shares h…

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RCSLT news Sept 2025: Special educational needs update for England and N. Ireland; partnership report on children's services in Scotland; CAUK; RCSLT conference 9:31

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In our update this month: Update on special educational needs in England and Northern Ireland. Partnership report on children's services in Scotland. CAUK training for parliamentarians as part of National Inclusion Week. RCSLT conference. Useful links: Sign up to our free Communication Access training: Home - Communication Access UK Book your place…

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377 – From Blended to Beautiful: Elevating Texture-Modified Meals with Andy Cullum 25:07

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Dysphagia—difficulty swallowing—affects millions worldwide, especially older adults and those in care settings. For these individuals, mealtime can become a source of anxiety, frustration, and even malnutrition. But what if texture-modified diets could be transformed from a clinical necessity into a source of dignity, comfort, and joy? In a this we…

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376 – Tackling the Challenges of Pediatric Feeding: What Every Clinician Should Know 44:59

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In this episode of Swallow Your Pride, Dr. Amy Delaney—assistant professor at Marquette University and director of the Neurodevelopmental Feeding and Swallowing Lab—shares groundbreaking insights into pediatric feeding development. She discusses her recent scoping review on oral feeding skills, highlighting the critical gaps in normative data and t…

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Ep 90: Five Things About Stroke With Dr Claire Muller 35:25

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In this episode Liz and Jesse are joined by Dr Claire Muller, stroke neurologist at the RBWH, and clinical director of the Queensland Tele-Stroke Service. No surprises here… it’s all about stroke! Claire’s Five Things: What is a stroke? What are the signs and symptoms of a stroke? What can be done about a stroke? What is a “code stroke?” How can pe…

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375 – Beyond the Lecture: The Future of Med SLP Learning 33:59

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Ever leave a CEU course thinking… “Okay, but how do I actually do this with a patient tomorrow?” In this episode, Theresa Richard sits down with Dr. Kristen West to talk all things active learning—including how we’ve evolved from death-by-PowerPoint to interactive clinical simulations (yep, even flaming barrels made an appearance ). Whether you're …

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BOLUS and Beyond: Advancing Critical Reasoning in Dysphagia 1:05:45

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The BOLUS framework helps clinicians move beyond the idea that aspiration always translates to pneumonia by encouraging a critical, multi-factor approach to dysphagia care. Designed for use before, during, and after patient encounters, the framework supports more comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary communication. In …

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374 – Building Confidence in FEES: The Key to Successful Swallowing Assessments 30:49

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What happens when a passionate SLP flies to Hawaii to train a hospital team in FEES—and ends up learning just as much as she teaches? In this episode, Theresa shares the powerful, behind-the-scenes story of a multi-day FEES training in a hospital system. From the logistics (yes, including rolled up manila folders) to the deeply human moments (like …

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373 – From Board-Certified in Swallowing… to Getting a Feeding Tube for My Son 44:38

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After an unexpected summer hiatus, we’re back with a solo episode that’s part update, part confession, and 100% from the heart. In this deeply personal kickoff to the new season, Theresa opens up about a professional ego check she didn’t see coming—one that hit close to home.As a board-certified swallowing specialist, choosing a feeding tube for my…

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RCSLT August News: spotlight on Wales inc 2026 elections, Welsh version of CAUK and more; plus quick round up from rest of the UK 8:52

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In our update this month: For Wales: Preparing for the Senedd elections in 2026: https://www.rcslt.org/wales/#section-2 Work has begun on a Welsh language version of CAUK training, funded by the National Lottery. (See original CAUK training: https://communication-access.co.uk/) What’s happened following the launch of the State of the Nation report …

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Ep 89: Five Things About Translational Simulation with Laura Owens 27:50

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Five Things About Translational Simulation with Laura Owens In this episode Liz and Jesse are joined by second time guest on the podcast, Laura Owens. Laura works in the RBWH Emergency and Trauma Centre as a Nurse Navigator and, more specific to this episode, as the Clinical Nurse Consultant with the RBWH Teamwork and Collaborative Training (TACT) …

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RCSLT July News: response to 10 year health plan for England; exploring workforce impacts of waiting lists; focus on SEND and more 7:52

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In our update this month: Exploring the workforce implications of waiting lists in children and young people’s speech and language therapy services. Response to the 10-year health plan for England. Continued focus on SEND in England and proposals in Northern Ireland. Report from RCSLT Scotland with an experimental analysis of additional numbers of …

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Learning from the experiences of disabled SLTs: Part 2 of 2 23:25

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A report, ‘SLTs on the tight rope: Learning from the experiences of disabled SLTs in the workplace’ (April 2025) by Mélanie Gréaux explores the experiences of disabled Speech and Language Therapists and what we can do to promote disability inclusion in the speech and language therapy profession. (You can hear more about this in the first podcast of…

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Learning from the experiences of disabled SLTs: part 1 of 2 26:37

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This podcast is the first of two podcasts looking at the experiences of disabled speech and languages. We open in this episode with an interview with Mélanie Gréaux, author of a report published early April, ‘SLTs on the tight rope: Learning from the experiences of disabled SLTs in the workplace’. The report explores the experiences of disabled SLT…

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Ep 88: Five Things About Acute Respiratory Infections in the Post-Pandemic Era with Dr Kate McCarthy 23:42

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In this episode of Five Things Liz and Jesse are joined by Dr Kate McCarthy, Infectious Disease Physician and Microbiologist at RBWH and Associate Professor with the University of Queensland. We take a quick refresh and snapshot of the ARI landscape as we head into our “virus season” in the Southern Hemisphere. Kate’s Five Things: What is happening…

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Ep 87: Five Things About Culturally Informed Compassion With Roslyn Boland 39:30

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When it comes to compassion, one size does not fit all. In this first episode in a series inspired by the Metro North Health Compassionate Care Principles we zoom in on Culturally Informed Compassion with Roslyn Boland, Director of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health at RBWH. Rosyln identifies as an Aboriginal woman of the Mardigan and Koo…

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372 – What If Reflux Isn’t Just an Acid Problem? A New Way to Think About It with RefluxRaft 39:44

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What do you get when you mix a surgeon, a scientist, and a self-proclaimed “tinkerer” who also happens to struggle with reflux? You get Dr. James Daniero—and you get this conversation about RefluxRaft. In this episode, Theresa Richard chats with Dr. Daniero, an ENT who’s not just treating voice, airway, and swallowing disorders—he’s innovating them…

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RCSLT News June 2025: UK spending review; news on ICBs; Voicebox competition and more 9:13

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The June news podcast for the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists featuring Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs. Published 16 June 2025. In our update this month: - What the Chancellor's Spending Review means for speech and language therapy; - Developments across the UK covering children; the Health Select Committee First …

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371 – When Care Misses the Mark: How Health Literacy Impacts Our Patients 47:44

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“They just told me I had a stroke—but no one ever explained what that means.” In this eye-opening episode, Theresa chats with with bilingual SLP and educator Jackie Rodriguez to unpack one of the most overlooked drivers of poor outcomes: health literacy. Episode Page: https://syppodcast.com/371 The post 371 – When Care Misses the Mark: How Health L…

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Lost in Transition: Communication and Continuity of Care 43:40

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We bring attention to a widespread challenge in clinical care: decisions and recommendation that don’t follow the patient. Whether it’s missing imaging, undocumented rationale, or unclear explanations, these breakdowns in continuity disrupt care, bias clinical judgment, and strip patients of informed choice. Explore what happens when information is…

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RCSLT News May 2025: update from CEO Steve Jamieson, plus news of exciting policy wins 13:14

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The May news podcast for the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists featuring Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs, and Steve Jamieson, CEO for the RCSLT. Published 27 May 2025. In this month’s news podcast RCSLT CEO joins us to talk about the 80th birthday celebrations; the Equality, Diversity and Belonging (EDB) work with me…

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370 – Improving NG Tube Placement: What Every Med SLP Should Know About the PatCom Introducer 1:00:28

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If you’ve ever wondered, “Wait… are we as SLPs really allowed to be in the esophagus?” — this episode is for you. Theresa brings on two MedSLP Collective favorites, Christoph Schmitz, CEO of PatCom Medical, Inc, and Laura McWilliams, med SLP + board-certified swallowing specialist + all-around powerhouse. Together, they unpack what might just be [……

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369 – When the Research Meets Real Life: Pediatric Feeding, Family, and Feeding Tubes 47:32

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Feeling all the feels around pediatric feeding disorders? You're not alone. In this powerful episode of Swallow Your Pride, Theresa Richard sits down with Dr. Jeanne Marshall—a clinician-researcher and passionate advocate for early intervention in pediatric feeding—to talk about the real stories behind the research. They dive into: A scoping review…

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368 – Exploring the Vital Role of Breathwork and Airway Health in Speech and Swallowing Challenges. 29:54

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Raise your hand if you've ever felt like airway and breathwork live in some mysterious corner of our field that only a handful of people truly understand ‍♀️ Well… this episode might just be your flashlight. ✨ Theresa chats with with the incredibly knowledgeable—and wonderfully down-to-earth—Kaitlyn Shrum, MS, CCC-SLP, QOM, IBT, who wears many hats…

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RCSLT News April 2025: focus on Northern Ireland, plus updates from around the UK 13:04

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The early May podcast for the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists featuring Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs and Ruth Sedgewick, Head of the RCSLT's Northern Ireland office. Featuring: - Language Launchpad, launching Tuesday 6 May https://www.rcslt.org/northern-ireland/language-launchpad-project/ - RCSLT Northern Irelan…

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367 – Beyond the Workbook: Engaging Patients with Meaningful, Tailored Therapy 34:54

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When it comes to true community reentry after brain injury or stroke, real magic happens through teamwork—and Alexandra Arvidson, M.S., CCC-SLP, is here to show us how. In this episode, Alexandra shares her journey from feeling stuck on “SLP Island” to thriving as part of an interdisciplinary dream team that gets patients back into the […] The post…

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Sensory Series: Gabbing about the Tactile System 33:55

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In this episode of Gab and Gro, Allegra (SLP) and Amanda (OT) break down the tactile system—what it is, why it matters, and how it affects your child’s everyday experiences. From brushing teeth to putting on socks, the way kids process touch can shape how they handle daily routines. You’ll learn about two key parts of the tactile system: modulation…

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You Can’t Eat a Stat: The Real Goal of Swallowing Therapy and Research 1:05:53

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This episode explores the concepts of patient centric care and research—does intervention matter if your patient doesn’t care about it? With insights from decades of clinical practice and research, the guests share strategies for therapy that actually fits real lives. Guests: Dr. Giselle Carnaby, MPH, PhD, CCC-SLP, F-ASHA Dr. Michael Crary, PhD, F-…

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366 – From Stroke to Strength: How One Survivor is Rewriting the Recovery Story 25:13

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In this episode of the Swallow Your Pride podcast, Theresa Richard sits down with Ali Mehreganfar—a stroke survivor, motivational speaker, and author who is redefining what recovery can look like. Ali shares his incredible journey from coma to comeback, offering a heartfelt look into his hospital experiences, the hurdles of rehab, and the mindset s…