Best Chris Bugaj Podcasts (2025)

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"The Power of Why with Chris Hembrough - How One Moment Sparked a Complete Lifestyle Transformation" 1:03:58

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In this episode of Trust The Process, Martin sits down with one of our incredible clients — a 62-year-old business leader who transformed his body, mindset, and energy in just four months. What began with a single powerful why — wanting to be around to see his granddaughter grow up — became the catalyst for lasting change. You’ll hear how he went f…

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Quinn Kelly: Connecting AAC and ASL to Support Deaf & Hard of Hearing Communicators 1:05:04

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This week, we share Rachel’s interview with Quinn Kelly! Quinn Kelly is a bilingual speech-language pathologist who specializes in working with children who use both AAC and American Sign Language (ASL). She serves on the AAC committee for the New Jersey Speech and Hearing Association and works with Language First, an organization supporting profes…

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Brian Whitmer: Measuring Progress and Purpose in the AAC Community 1:14:52

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This week, we share Chris's interview with Brian Whitmer! Brian is the founder of the AAC app CoughDrop and Open AAC, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the AAC field through collaboration, transparency, and open data initiatives. Whitmer discusses his goal of fostering innovation, sharing community insights, and helping the AAC indust…

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Katie Roettele: STEM, AAC, and the Power of "Making" for Inclusion 49:11

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This week, Chris interviews Katie Roettele! Katie Roettele is an occupational therapist and assistive technology consultant based in Michigan, specializing in AAC and universal design for learning. She is passionate about using STEM and maker tools like Makey Makey and 3D printing to create accessible, hands-on learning experiences and DIY assistiv…

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Kayla Ireland: Empowering Total Communication 42:54

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This week, we share Rachel’s interview with Kayla Ireland! Kayla is a podcaster, college student, AAC User, and advocate who lives with cerebral palsy and epilepsy. She amplifies diverse voices through her shows, shares her personal communication journey, and the value of developing multiple modes of communication! Key Ideas This Week: The power of…

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Claire O'Connor: Exploring AI as a Support for AAC Users 49:22

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This week, we share Chris’s interview with Claire O’Connor! Claire O’Connor is a speech-language pathologist and first-year PhD student at the University of Maryland. Her research focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and AAC, exploring how tools like ChatGPT can support AAC users better. Before the interview, Melissa, surpris…

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“The 5 Fitness Mistakes That Secretly Sabotage Your Results” 13:48

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You’re training hard, eating better, maybe even following a program—so why aren’t the results showing up the way they should? In this episode of Trust The Process, Martin Bugaj breaks down the 5 most common fitness mistakes that secretly sabotage progress. From ignoring recovery to chasing short-term fixes, these are the traps that keep even the mo…

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“Health vs. The Stock Market: The Surprising Parallels” 7:15

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Most people treat their health like a volatile penny stock—chasing quick wins, fad diets, and short-term highs—only to crash harder later. But what if you approached your body like a long-term investment portfolio instead? In this episode of Trust The Process, Martin Bugaj reveals the striking parallels between the stock market and body transformat…

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"The Hidden Costs of Poor Health for High-Performing Professionals" 16:31

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Welcome back to another episode of Trust The Process, and today we’re talking about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention—the hidden costs of poor health. This one’s especially for my high-performing professionals out there: business owners, executives, CEOs—the ones grinding day after day to build companies, lead teams, and make an im…

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Kyran O’Neill: "Mental Performance Strategies for Elite Performers" 1:11:58

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“Welcome back to another episode of Trust The Process—the podcast for high achievers who want to go beyond surface-level results and truly transform, inside and out. Today, I’m joined by someone who’s played a powerful behind-the-scenes role in the success of a few of our clients—Kyran O'Neal. He’s a mental performance coach who works with high per…

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"Overthinking Kills Progress: The Power of Simplicity in Body Transformation" 1:01:49

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Welcome back to Trust The Process, I’m your host Martin Bugaj. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Coach Chris, one of the incredible coaches on my team, and we’re tackling something that trips up a lot of high performers on their transformation journey… It’s not lack of knowledge. It’s not even lack of effort. It’s the temptation to overcomplicate t…

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Adina Malamut: Collaborating to Support Accessibility Across Disciplines 58:31

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In this episode of Talking with Tech, Chris is interviewed by Adina Malamut, a graduate student and Employee Accessibility Specialist at the University of Texas at Dallas. Their conversation explores Adina’s professional background, her passion for accessibility, and her role in facilitating workplace accommodations. Chris shares insights from his …

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"Breaking the Cycle: Finding Fulfillment Beyond Achievement with Jim Bishop" 1:05:09

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In this episode, I’m joined by Jim Bishop — business coach, speaker, author of The Adventure Within, and a standout client from our TRANSFORM 6 program. Jim has spent years helping high achievers break through limitations and rediscover true passion and purpose. We dive into his personal journey, the key ideas from his book, and practical advice fo…

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Christina Schmidt: Empowering Families Through Culturally Competent AAC 1:13:12

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In this episode, Christina Schmidt discusses the critical role of cultural competency in AAC, emphasizing the need to honor linguistic and cultural diversity, such as African American English, within communication systems. She highlights the importance of clinicians addressing their own implicit biases and taking a thoughtful, reflective approach w…

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Rachel Madel & Chris Bugaj: ATIA 2025 Recap 42:21

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In this episode, Rachel Madel and Chris Bugaj recap their experiences at ATIA 2025, highlighting the value of community-building during the pre-conference and the growing impact of generative AI in AAC and assistive technology. They discuss exciting new tools like Symbol Creator AI and Flex Speak, and reflect on key sessions around policy advocacy,…

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Midwestern University Q&A: Interdisciplinary Collaboration, AAC Implementation, & More 1:05:36

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This week, we share Chris and Rachel’s Q&A session with Professor Danielle Reed and her students at Midwestern University. They discuss interdisciplinary collaboration, the importance of mindset in AAC implementation, how occupational therapists can work effectively with speech-language pathologists, and more! Before the interview, Chris and Rachel…

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Saffron Murphy-Mann, Helen Hewson, and Andrea Sharples: Insights from Communication Matters 2024 1:13:34

9M ago1:13:34

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This week, we Share Chris’s interview with Saffron Murphy-Mann, Helen Hewson, and Andrea Sharples! Saffron Murphy-Mann is a specialist AAC teacher with a background in music, working in both mainstream and specialist settings to support young AAC users in accessing education and demonstrating their knowledge. Helen Hewson is an AAC user born with c…

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TWT Live: Vibes of AAC 1:00:31

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This week, we present our TWT Live episode, “Vibes of AAC”! TWT Live episodes include interactions with the audience, including feedback and questions. This week, Chris and Rachel discuss the critical role of modeling language for AAC users, emphasize the importance of coaching communication partners, and highlight the significance of fostering a m…

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Dr. May Aguis: Breaking Barriers to AAC in Malta 1:10:27

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This week, Chris interviews Dr. May Aguis! Dr. Aguis is a speech and language therapist with the National Assistive Technology Team in Malta!, She is also involved with the World Health Organization as a member of their Assistive Technology Advisory Group, and serves as a lecturer at the University of Malta. Dr. Aguis shares about her doctoral work…

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Sam Brydon: AAC Coaching Strategies for Parents, Teachers, and Staff 1:29:28

10M ago1:29:28

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This week, we share Chris’s interview with Dr. Sam Brydon! Dr. Sam Brydon is a speech-language pathologist and researcher based in New Zealand who works with Torque Link, a nonprofit that conducts AAC assessments and provides support and training across the country. She balances this role with efforts to disseminate her doctoral research, which foc…

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Ceanna MacGregor & Melanie Boyle: Building Connection through AAC Professional Learning Networks 1:14:06

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This week, we share Chris’s interview with Ceanna MacGregor and Melanie Boyd! Ceanna is an AAC specialist and teacher working with CALL Scotland, an organization that supports staff and pupils in overcoming barriers related to assistive and communication technologies. Melanie Boyd is an AAC consultant who runs her own consultancy called Communicati…

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Owen McGirr: Software Developer, Advocate, and Adaptive Switch User 56:39

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This week, Chris interviews Owen McGirr (enaboapps.com), a software developer who is a passionate advocate for accessibility in technology! Living with cerebral palsy and using adaptive switches himself, Owen has dedicated his career to creating tools that empower people with disabilities. His innovations include apps like Switchify (switchifyapp.c…

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TWT Live: ArkSHA Conference 2024 (Part 2) 50:49

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This week, we share Part 2 of Chris and Rachel’s TWT Live episode recorded at the 2024 Arkansas Speech and Hearing Association! In this half of the episode, they share about modeling, teaching AT tools, strategies to support language development, and more! Before the interview, Rachel shares about her experience teaching her grandmother to use a sc…

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TWT Live: ArkSHA Conference 2024 (Part 1) 46:46

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This week, we share Part 1 of Chris and Rachel’s TWT Live episode recorded at the 2024 Arkansas Speech and Hearing Association! The episode touches on several topics, including using AI to analyze language from Gestalt Language Processors, getting buy in from teachers, and more! Before the interview, Chris and Rachel discuss the some of the controv…

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Chris, Melissa, and Maggie Bugaj: "Out of My Mind" Reflections 51:04

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In this episode of Talking with Tech, Chris, Melissa, and Maggie Bugaj reflect on the Disney+ movie Out of My Mind! This film centers around a young AAC user with cerebral palsy, and has sparked a lot of conversations about AAC online. The Bugaj family talks about how we can take the popularity of this movie to continue and share the message of inc…

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“How To Achieve A Successful Body Transformation” - Martin and Chris, deep dive! 1:41:55

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In today's episode of Trust The Process podcast, I’m joined by our newest team member, Coach Chris, as we dive into the key ingredients for a successful body transformation. From training strategies to nutrition tips and mindset shifts, we’re breaking it all down to help you crush your goals. Let’s get started!…

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Kristen Hughes & Amy Kennedy: Building a Collaborative AAC Framework in Schools to Streamline Selection, Support, and Success 1:25:54

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This week, we share Chris’s interview with Kristen Hughes and Amy Kennedy! Kristen and Amy both work for Baldwin County Public Schools; Kristen as a speech-language pathologist and Amy as a special education resource consultant. Kristen is also a parent of a six-year-old son who uses AAC. Kristen is transitioning into a new role as an AAC specialis…

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"Unstoppable: How Daniel Lost 44 Pounds While Balancing Fatherhood, Caregiving, and a Full-Time Job" 1:11:49

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by our incredible coaching client, Daniel, who achieved remarkable results by losing 44 pounds of body fat and getting into the best shape of his life. What makes Daniel’s journey truly inspiring is that he’s a father of six, a full-time caregiver for his wife after her tragic accident, and holds down a full-time job.…

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Exploring AI’s Impact on Storytelling and Learning: A Dive into Notebook LM 43:27

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This week, Chris and Rachel share about NotebookLM.google.com, an AI website that will do things like create an actual “podcast episode” about an uploaded document or webpage! Chris and Rachel share some of the things they have created with this tool and ideas about how to quickly create engaging materials for your students. Key Ideas this Week: 🔑 …

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"From Setback to Strength: Eduardo's 41lb Weight Loss and Life Transformation" 42:51

1y ago42:51

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Welcome to another episode of *Trust The Process* with Martin Bugaj! Today, we have the incredible story of Eduardo, a man who has truly transformed his life over the past six months. Going from 196lbs down to 155lbs and losing 41lbs of body fat, Eduardo’s journey is not just about losing weight; it's about reclaiming his health and vitality after …

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Anand & Amanda Murthy: Advocacy and Hope in the Face of Infantile Spasms 58:57

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This week, we share Rachel’s interview with Anand (@anandmurthy) and Amanda Murthy (@amandajanemurthy)! Anand and Amanda’s son, Maverick, is affected by infantile spasms, a rare form of epilepsy. Maverick has undergone multiple brain surgeries and faced numerous challenges related to his condition. Anand and Amanda share about their journey to rais…

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"Unexpected turn of events: A serious ski accident disrupts Garrett’s progress.” 48:08

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In today’s episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with our online coaching client Garrett, who traveled to London all the way from California to discuss and share his experience of his weight loss journey on our program. Garrett started with us back in May 2023 at 222 pounds, and had a goal of getting down to 200 pounds. By August 2023, just …

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"From Obesity to Opportunity: Arthur's Journey to Health and Family" 59:01

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Today, we’re diving into the remarkable journey of Arthur, a finance professional from New York who faced a turning point that many can relate to. At 40, Arthur found himself grappling with being diagnosed as obese and a growing list of health concerns, including new prescriptions and medication from his doctor. With a six-year-old and a newborn on…

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Jaclyn Lewis & Jessica Gerth: Supporting Communication and Inclusion with Tabletop Gaming 1:16:23

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Jessica Gerth and Jaclyn Lewis This week, we share Chris’s interview with Jessica Gerth and Jaclyn Lewis! Jessica (@chaoscommunicationconverse) is a speech pathologist who utilizes TTRPGs to enhance communication and social skills among her students. Jaclyn (@wranglerofchaos) is a writer, youth worker, and game master who wrote "Rolling with the Yo…

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"From Frustration to Transformation: Randall's 40-Pound Success Story’ 50:58

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In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Randall, our online client based in Sacramento, US, who joined our online transformation program because he was fed up of forever trying to get in shape without any good results to show for it. He tried different training methods and diets only to find himself in a place where after dropping a fe…

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Amanda Diekman: Lowering Parental Demands to Increase Connection and Calm 59:03

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This week, we share Rachel’s interview with Amanda Diekman! Amanda (@lowdemandamanda)is an autistic adult and parent of three neurodivergent children who advocates for a shift away from traditional parenting models that prioritize control and demands. She suggests that accommodating children's needs and reducing expectations can foster better emoti…

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" London based lawyer JJ and his 30 Lbs fat loss journey!" 1:01:36

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Today we have a truly inspiring guest: JJ, a London-based lawyer who faced an uphill battle in his fitness journey. For years, he threw himself into weight training, CrossFit, and various diets, yet nothing seemed to yield the results he was after. Feeling defeated and self-conscious, JJ even found himself wearing shirts on the beach on holidays, a…

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Brianna Hughes & Tiffany Rezvani: Creating a Free AAC Screening Tool 36:29

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This week, we interview Brianna Hughes and Tiffany Rezvani! Brianna and Tiffany are Speech-Language Pathologists and AAC Specialists based in Northern California. They share all about the free AAC screening tool they created, called AAC Screening, that helps educators and clinicians efficiently identify students who may benefit from AAC devices! Be…

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Marnina Allis & Marisa Portanova: Empowering Communication & Collaboration at Blythedale Children's Hospital 1:07:52

1y ago1:07:52

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This week, Chris interviews Marnina Allis and Marisa Portanova, two speech-language pathologists at Blythedale Children’s Hospital, the only independent specialty children’s hospital in New York State! Marnina and Marisa share about their role on the core assistive technology (AT) team, ideas for supporting AAC users and their families outside the …

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“Beyond The Limits: Sam’s Journey from Doubt to Success” 1:27:52

1y ago1:27:52

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In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Sam, a client of ours who took a leap of faith and committed to his own well-being by joining our online coaching program. Sam had battled with self-doubt and a lack of confidence for some time, unsure if he could ever achieve the body transformation he desired. His journey was further com…

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Amy Mayer, Judy Schoonover, Remi Moran, & Tiffany Zaugg: Small Talks VIII 38:24

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This week, we share a series of “Small Talks,” e.g. short recordings (less than 15 minutes) about a single topic of interest with guests Amy Mayer, Judy Schoonover, Remi Moran, and Tiffany Zaugg! Before the Small Talks, Rachel discusses presenting ant an online autism summit about some of the fundamentals of AAC. Meanwhile, Chris shares about recor…

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"Turning Point: Nick's Inspiring Journey from Loss to Lifelong Health" 1:11:27

1y ago1:11:27

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In this episode, we sit down with Nick, a client of ours who made the life-changing decision to join our online coaching program after reaching a pivotal moment in his life. Nick found himself at a crossroad after turning 40, having recently lost his father to a heart condition. With a history of heart issues in his family, Nick knew he needed to m…

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"Unleashed: Jim's Journey to Peak Performance, Overcoming Obstacles, and Achieving Optimal Health and Fitness!" 57:16

1y ago57:16

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Today, we have a great guest whose journey embodies the essence of personal growth and physical transformation. Meet Jim, a business coach who transitioned from corporate America to entrepreneurship, driven by passion to help executives rediscover their purpose and align with their core values to excel as leaders. Jim's decision to join our coachin…

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"Transformed: The Remarkable Fat Loss Journey of Dr Miguel Vidal, the Boston Dentist Who Shed 62lbs and Transformed His Life!" 1:07:07

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In this inspiring episode, we have a special guest who has truly transformed his life through dedication, hard work, and the power of online coaching. Meet Dr Miguel, a devoted father of two and a busy prosthodontist running a dental clinic in Boston, US. Miguel's journey to health and fitness wasn't an easy one. Struggling with deteriorating physi…

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Carole Zangari, Tabi Jones-Wohleber, Rachel Langley, & Michaela Ball: The "Stepping Into AAC" Project 1:03:39

1y ago1:03:39

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This week, Rachel and Chris interview the superstar members of the “Stepping Into AAC” project - Carole Zangari, Tabi Jones-Wohleber, Rachel Langley, and Michaela Ball! The “Stepping Into AAC” team shares about the core mission of the project: to introduce people to AAC, to guide them through the early months of using these new communication tools …

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Recast: Rachel Dorsey: Taking a Neurodiversity-Affirming Approach to Therapy 1:03:33

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This week, we present a Recast episode of Rachel's interview with Rachel Dorsey, an amazing autistic SLP who teaches courses on neurodiversity and goal writing. Recast episodes are previous episodes of TWT that Chris and Rachel want to highlight. In this Recast, Rachel Dorsey shares her perspectives on neurodiversity, how to help shift the perspect…

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Recast: Rebecca Moles: Preventing Abuse and Neglect With AAC 55:26

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This week, we present a Recast of Chris’s interview with Dr. Rebecca Moles! Recast episodes are previous episodes from the early days of TWT that Chris and Rachel want to highlight! In this Recast, Dr. Moles shares the importance of communication and AAC in preventing child abuse, the categorization of abuse types, the need for educators to equip c…

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Recast: Talking with Tech Roundtable: Early Intervention & AAC 34:42

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This week, we present a Recast of a previous “roundtable discussion” between Rachel, Chris, and previous host Lucas Stuber on early intervention and AAC! (Note: Recast episodes are episodes from the early days of TWT that Chris and Rachel want to highlight again). In this episode, Rachel shares her experiences with using AAC with very young childre…

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Recast: Kathy Howery: Understanding the Lived Experiences of AAC Users 47:53

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This week, we share a “Recast” of Chris’s interview with Kathy Howery! “Recast” episodes are episodes from the early days of Talking with Tech (with improved audio) that share important ideas Chris and Rachel want to highlight! Kathy is an AAC specialist, researcher, and educational consultant from Alberta, Canada who emphasizes the importance of u…

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Caroline Woeber: Supporting AAC Users with Angelman Syndrome 1:13:02

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This week, Chris interviews Caroline Woeber! Caroline is an SLP specializing in AAC at Children’s Hospital Colorado, including working at their Angelman/Chromosome 15 Disorder clinic. Caroline shares all about supporting communication and AAC in the hospital environment, training parents and caregivers about AAC, identifying next steps when teachin…