Best Anna Osborn Podcasts (2024)

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#106 The Manifestation of Fear 28:01

38m ago28:01

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In this episode, we talk about the profound impact of fear on procrastination, particularly for individuals with aphasia and their caregivers. We introduce the concept of "good is good enough" to help release perfectionistic tendencies that cause stress and anxiety. The episode also highlights the significance of grounding techniques and the power …

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#105 BE FAST with John Brummer 37:39

6d ago37:39

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In this episode of the Listen for Life podcast, Genevieve Richardson engages in a heartfelt conversation with John, a stroke survivor, who shares his inspiring journey of recovery and advocacy. John recounts the circumstances of his stroke, emphasizing the critical role of quick medical response and treatment. He introduces the "be fast" acronym to…

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What If We Treated Car Crash Sites Like Disaster Zones? (Kevin Krizek and Tina Duhaime) 22:06

7d ago22:06

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When a fatal car crash happens, authorities act fast to stablize the victims, clear the road, and get traffic moving again like nothing ever happened. But what if, instead, they treated those streets as the site of a catastrophic transportation failure — and took immediate action to prevent the worst from happening again? On this episode of The Bra…

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#104 Finding Your Next Best Home with Anna McMaster 34:10

15d ago34:10

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In this episode of the Listen for Life podcast, host Genevieve Richardson delves into the world of senior care with Anna McMaster, a franchise owner of Care Patrol in South Austin. They discuss Care Patrol's essential services, which help families find suitable living arrangements for seniors, including independent living, assisted living, memory c…

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#103 Enhancing Communication in Aphasia & Dementia with Mary Osborne 57:50

19d ago57:50

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In this episode of the Listen for LIFE Aphasia Podcast, Genevieve is joined by Mary Osborne, an occupational therapist specializing in supporting individuals and families living with dementia. Here are the top takeaways from their discussion: - It is essential for clients to feel seen, heard, and understood, as communication is complex and often re…

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What Project 2025 Could Mean for Transportation in America (Beth Osborne) 27:29

21d ago27:29

27:29

"Project 2025" purports to be a blueprint for an ultra-conservative federal government should Trump win a second term as president in November. But what does that document actually say about the issues that sustainable transportation advocates care about most — and does either party really understand our issues? On this episode of 'The Brake', we s…

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#102 Revolutions in the Aphasia Continuum with Sarah Awde 33:50

26d ago33:50

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In this Listen for LIFE Aphasia podcast episode, we dive into speech therapy and the innovative platform SpeechFlix. SpeechFlix is a Netflix-style database of on-demand speech therapy home practice videos for aphasia, dysarthria, and much more! The guest for this episode is Sarah Awde, the creator of SpeechFlix. She has a bachelor's in French lingu…

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#101 Caring for the Caregiver with Dr. Kristin Schaffer Mendez 41:05

1M ago41:05

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In this episode of the Listen for LIFE Aphasia podcast, we dive into the world of caregiving for individuals with communication with Dr. Kristin Schaffer Mendez. Dr. Kristin Schaffer Mendez, PhD, CCC-SLP, is a speech-language pathologist and an assistant professor at the University of St. Augustine in Austin, TX. Her primary areas of focus are in a…

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#100 Flying the Flag for Aphasia Independence 38:07

1M ago38:07

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The 100th episode of the Listen for Life Aphasia podcast celebrates aphasia independence, focusing on self-sufficiency and resilience. This episode highlights the importance of aphasia independence as someone's joureys through life. It also includes metalanguage in understanding communication patterns and advises celebrating small victories while s…

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How Cities Can Put Equality First Through Sustainable Transportation (Enrique Peñalosa Londoño).mp3 39:52

1M ago39:52

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Enrique Peñalosa Londoño has an international reputation for using the humble bus, bikeway, sidewalk and park to make cities more equitable, starting with his game-changing two terms as the mayor of Bogotá, Colombia. And in his new book, Equality and the City: Urban Innovations for All Citizens, he unpacks how those tools can transform communities …

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#99 The Importance of Community with Maura Silverman 42:13

2M ago42:13

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In this episode, we talk about the inspiring work of Maura Silverman, the executive director at the National Aphasia Association. Maura is a passionate advocate for individuals with aphasia and their families, driven by her personal experience with her mother's aphasia. She emphasizes the importance of Aphasia Awareness Month, which aims to amplify…

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#98 The Importance of Counseling for Person's with PPA, with Lindsey Wineholt 34:55

2M ago34:55

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In this episode, Lindsey Wineholt, a speech pathologist at UT Health at Austin, shares her expertise on neurodegenerative disorders, specifically primary progressive aphasia (PPA). Here are the key takeaways: - PPA primarily affects language skills and typically starts in the late fifties or early sixties, gradually worsening over time. - Diagnosis…

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The Real Reason Why Traffic Engineers Design So Many Deadly Roads (Wes Marshall) 32:44

2M ago32:44

32:44

Who, exactly is designing America's notriously deadly road network — and how on earth do they keep getting away with it? On today's episode of The Brake, we’re talking to traffic engineer, academic and now author, Wes Marshall, whose new book — “Killed by a Traffic Engineer: Shattering the Delusion that Science Underlies Our Transportation System” …

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#97 Embrace Your New Reality After Stroke with Ralph Preston 56:39

2M ago56:39

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In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Ralph Preston, a stroke survivor, as he shares his path to recovery after a right-side hemorrhagic stroke. Here are the top takeaways from this episode: - Ralph emphasizes the importance of intense therapy and dedication to improvement in stroke recovery. - He created the Stroke Buddies Faceboo…

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#96 The Age of Telepractice in 2024 50:06

2M ago50:06

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In this episode of the Listen for LIFE Aphasia Podcast, our host, Genevieve Richardson, is a guest on Telepractice Today for their 200th episode! The episode dives into the world of telepractice and its impact on accessibility and reaching people regardless of their location. Genevieve is joined with Michelle Boisvert where they share their experie…

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Why 'Sustainable Transportaiton' Is Not Enough (Thalia Verkade and Marco te Brömmelstroet) 26:23

2M ago26:23

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The Dutch are known around the world as global leaders in sustainable transportation. But as excellent as they are at designing cities to optimize the mobility experience, what about all the other reasons residents might move through their communities — and what other questions should the Netherlands and America be asking about what public space is…

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#95 LIFE Participation in Aphasia Continuum of Care with Michelle Armour 40:15

3M ago40:15

40:15

In this episode of the Listen for Life podcast, hosted by Genevieve Richardson, we dive into the world of aphasia rehabilitation and support. Our guest, Michelle Armour, a speech-language pathologist at Northwestern Medicine Aphasia Center at Marianjoy, shares her experience and insights on how to navigate life with aphasia. Here are the top takeaw…

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#94 What is Dysphagia with Mary Kate O'Connell 28:11

3M ago28:11

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In this episode of the Listen for Life aphasia podcast, we dive into the topic of swallowing disorders, also known as dysphagia. Our guest is speech pathologist Mary Kate O'Connell, with a passion for working with stroke patients; Mary Kate brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Mary Kate introduces the McNeil Dysphagia Treatment…

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What All of Us Can Learn From the 30 Percent of Americans Who Can't Drive (Anna Zivarts) 26:32

3M ago26:32

26:32

Most American communities don’t even bother to count what percentage of the population can't legally drive. In the handful of states that have tried, though, the answer has been around 30 percent – which is just enough to create a real movement for change, if we'd all just band together On today’s episode of The Brake, we're bringing you an extende…

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#93 What Resilience Means in Aphasia with Lisa Milliken 33:19

3M ago33:19

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In this episode of the Listen for Life podcast, host Genevieve Richardson interviews Lisa, a speech pathologist with extensive experience in rehabilitating adults with communication challenges. Here are the top takeaways from their conversation: - Lisa shares her journey into the field of speech pathology, starting with her college majors in engine…

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#92 How you Define + Perceive Aphasia is How You Recover From It 24:51

3M ago24:51

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In this episode of the Listen for Life Aphasia podcast, we explore the profound impact of perception and definitions on the journey with aphasia. We emphasize that how aphasia is defined and perceived profoundly influences how treatments are designed, implemented, experienced, and accepted. Here are the top takeaways from this episode: - Perception…

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How to Fight a Texas-Sized Freeway Battle (Megan Kimble) 26:38

3M ago26:38

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Across the country, grassroots advocates are fighting a David-and-Goliath-style battle against massive, powerful departments of transportation who are attempting to widen highways in their neighborhoods. And in her new book, City Limits: Infrastructure, Inequality, and the Future of America’s Highways, author Megan Kimble introduces us to the many …

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#91 The Shock of Aphasia: E-Book 1 33:32

4M ago33:32

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In this episode of the Listen for LIFE Aphasia Podcast, we dive into the world of aphasia and explore ways to navigate life with this language disorder. Here's a comprehensive summary of what you can expect: - Genevieve announces the release of three insightful eBooks through her businesses, LIFE Speech Pathology and LIFE Aphasia Academy. These eBo…

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#90 You Are Not Alone: Community Support 27:38

4M ago27:38

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In this episode of the Listen for Life podcast, we dive into the challenges faced by individuals with aphasia and their caregivers, and the crucial role that community support plays in navigating aphasia care. Here's a comprehensive summary of what you can expect: - We start by sharing the inspiring story of Betty, a retired store manager whose hus…

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Why We Can't End Violence on Transit With More Police (Lindiwe Rennert) 23:10

4M ago23:10

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Across the country right now, cities and transit agencies are taking steps to address violence on their systems — particularly against the people who work to keep our buses and trains running, clean, and safe for everyone to ride. But what are the root causes of that violence — and are strategies like deploying armed police actually addressing them…

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#89 Taking Charge of Tomorrow: Making Legal Decisions Today to Protect Your Future 37:12

4M ago37:12

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In this episode of the Listen for Life podcast, we dive into the important topic of estate planning and the legal aspects of aging. Joining us are Keith Leuty and VeeCee Spear, who provide valuable insights and advice on how to navigate this complex area. Here are the top takeaways from our discussion: - Having a last will and testament is crucial …

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#88 Coping with Emotional Stress in Aphasia 33:32

4M ago33:32

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In this episode, we dive into the emotional and psychological challenges faced by individuals with aphasia, a communication disorder often caused by stroke or neurological impairment. Here are the top takeaways: - We start with Mary's story, a client who expresses her frustration and heartbreak over the difficulties she faces in communicating with …

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Bike Advocates and EMS Workers Don't Have to Be Enemies (Shelley Bontje and Chris Bruntlett) 22:24

4M ago22:24

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Is it possible to build streets that are slow enough to keep vulnerable road users safe and lightning fast when an emergency service vehicle needs to reach a person in need? That's been a hot topic of debate among U.S. sustainable transportation advocates lately — and it's also the subject of a fascinating new research paper from the Dutch Cycling …

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#87 Navigating Misunderstandings in Aphasia 36:15

5M ago36:15

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In this episode, we talk about the communication challenges faced by individuals with aphasia, particularly those who have had a stroke or a neurological impairment. We discuss strategies for navigating misunderstandings when the person has fluent aphasia or non-fluent aphasia, and provide valuable insights and resources from experts in the field. …

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#86 Understanding Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA), An Introduction 29:07

5M ago29:07

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In this episode, we talk about primary progressive aphasia (PPA) and its impact on individuals and their families. We cover the three types of PPA, the importance of early intervention and diagnosis, and the role of speech therapy in preserving language abilities. Top takeaways: - PPA is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects the brain's languag…

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How People on Bikes Can Come Together As Advocates — No Matter Why They Ride (Peter Flax) 20:04

5M ago20:04

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This week, we’re bringing you an interview with former Bicycling Magazine editor and cycling journalism veteran Peter Flax, to talk about Flax's new book, Live to Ride. Flax and guest host Gersh Kuntzman dig into the reasons why so many of us love to spend time on two wheels, and why people on bikes from all backgrounds come together around the sim…

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#85 Understanding Parkinson's with Caitlin Fattore 33:24

5M ago33:24

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In this episode of the Listen for LIFE Aphasia Podcast, we talk about the complexities of communication and the power of connection through communication. This episode's guest is Caitlin Fattore, a speech pathologist and co-founder of Voices for Parkinson's, a nonprofit organization based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Caitlin shares valuable insights into t…

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#84 Fluent Aphasia, Episode 2 of Uncomplicating Aphasia 34:06

5M ago34:06

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In this episode of the Listen for LIFE Aphasia Podcast, we discuss the different types of fluent aphasia and their unique challenges. We delve into Wernicke's aphasia, transcortical sensory aphasia, conduction aphasia, and anomic aphasia, highlighting each type's specific symptoms and therapy approaches. Top takeaways from this episode include: - U…

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How Many People Does Car Culture Kill, Exactly? 24:27

5M ago24:27

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Sustainable transportation advocates know all the stats about how many people die in car crashes on global roads every year. But what about all the deaths and injuries that car culture causes — not to mention all the other ways it diminishes and destroys our communities? On this episode of The Brake, we're bringing you an extended interview with th…

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#83 Non-Fluent Aphasia: Episode 1 of Uncomplicating Aphasia 37:17

6M ago37:17

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This Listen for LIFE Aphasia Podcast episode discusses non-fluent aphasia, a language disorder affecting speech and language production. Host Genevieve Richardson emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinction between non-fluent and fluent aphasia, as it has significant implications for treatment strategies and communication techniques.…

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#82 Navigating Parkinson's with Early Speech Intervention 37:25

6M ago37:25

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In this episode, we talk about the impact of Parkinson's disease on communication and the transformative role of early speech therapy intervention. Here are the top takeaways: - Parkinson's disease and aphasia both profoundly affect an individual's ability to communicate and maintain connections with loved ones. - Early speech therapy interventions…

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#81 Aphasia Love + Reading 37:39

6M ago37:39

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In this episode of the Listen for Life Aphasia Podcast, host Genevieve Richardson interviews Anna Teal, the creator of Aphasia Readers. Anna and her husband, Ryan, share their inspiring journey of creating resources for individuals with aphasia. Here are the top takeaways: - The Aphasia Readers books are designed to help individuals with aphasia im…

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Does Your City Need a Walkability Study? (Jeff Speck and Chris Dempsey) 30:09

6M ago30:09

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A 'walkability study' can be a powerful tool to help cities and towns identify transformative strategies to welcome and protect pedestrians on their streets — and craft a plan to put those approaches into action. But what would it take to do this critical analysis in every American community that needs it? On this episode of The Brake, we sit down …

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#80 Finding Your Love Language with Aphasia 41:29

6M ago41:29

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#80 Finding Your Love Language with Aphasia In this episode of the Listen for Life Aphasia Podcast, host Genevieve Richardson delves into the concept of love languages and how they can be adapted for individuals with communication disorders. Joined by guests Dee and Terry, who share their personal experiences as spouses of individuals with communic…

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#79 Reconnecting, Resilience, and Recovery with Aphasia 31:51

6M ago31:51

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#79 Reconnecting, Resilience, and Recovery with Aphasia This Listen for LIFE Aphasia Podcast episode discusses the importance of connection and support for individuals with communication challenges after a stroke or neurological impairment. We revisit popular episodes from the series "Life After Stroke," covering topics such as resilience, building…

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What Are the Challenges — And Joys — Of 'Being Black in Public'? (Jay Pitter) 21:25

7M ago21:25

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Black North Americans face massive and disproportionate barriers to the safe and free enjoyment of public spaces — particularly on North American streets and roads. But despite mountains of research on racial disparities in jaywalking stops, police brutality, traffic violence, and so much more, we still don’t have a complete picture of what it’s re…

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#78 Bring Back That Lovin Feeling 27:13

7M ago27:13

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#78 Bring Back That Lovin Feeling Listen for Life podcast is a valuable resource for understanding aphasia and the significance of intimacy in relationships. Through expert knowledge and personal stories, it introduces the Connect Model, which emphasizes empathy, nonverbal cues, meaningful gestures, eye contact, nonverbal language, and touch. The p…

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#77 You Are Worthy! 29:47

7M ago29:47

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#77 You Are Worthy! Join me on the Listen for Life podcast, where we explore the power of affirmations and worthiness. Discover how affirmations can boost self-esteem and emotional resilience, and how they can help with aphasia challenges. Caregivers can also benefit from affirmations, finding support for burnout, inadequacy, isolation, financial s…

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Could a Single Law End Impaired Driving As We Know It? (Rana Abbas Taylor) 27:02

7M ago27:02

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For years, experts have been perfecting sophisticated technologies that could virtually end impaired driving on U.S. roads — and thanks to a new bill, regulators are already exploring making it a requirement on all new cars. But will Washington take that historic step in the next two years, as advocates hope, or will the legislation get tied up in …

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#76 Affirmations for Aphasia Communication 28:32

7M ago28:32

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#76 Affirmations for Aphasia Communication This podcast episode explores the power of affirmations for healing and personal growth. Affirmations are positive statements that reshape thoughts and uplift spirits. They improve problem-solving abilities, encourage adaptation to health changes, and boost confidence. Neurological evidence supports their …

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#75 Making JUNK Therapeutic in Aphasia Treatment 17:00

7M ago17:00

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#75 Making JUNK Therapeutic in Aphasia Treatment In this episode, Genevieve Richardson, a speech-language pathologist, talks about neuroplasticity and its application in functional therapy at home. 🧠 She suggests using a junk drawer as a therapeutic tool by sorting its contents and engaging in activities such as counting, naming objects, and writin…

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Are Boomers to Blame for America's Dirty Transportation System? (Lawrence MacDonald) 22:18

7M ago22:18

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Whether they were in political office, in the board room, or simply behind the wheel of an SUV, Baby Boomers have been behind some of the worst climate decisions in recent memory. But they may also a unique opportunity — and a unique responsibility — to repair the planet they helped wreck, especially when it comes to the transportation sector. At l…

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#74 A Goal Without a Plan is Just a Wish 34:15

8M ago34:15

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#74 A Goal Without a Plan is Just a Wish Join me, Genevieve Richardson, a speech-language pathologist, on the Listen for Life podcast as we support those with aphasia. This New Year's episode will focus on reflection and goal setting. Together, we'll create a framework that includes finding a quiet space, reviewing the year month by month, evaluati…

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#73 Understand Backward to Live Forward Reflecting on 2023 29:12

8M ago29:12

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#73 Understand Backward to Live Forward In this episode, Genevieve invites Gina Baxter, who recently completed an internship with LIFE Speech Pathology, to discuss the importance of reflection and understanding the past. They explore the concept of effective reflection, share experiences and breakthroughs during the internship, and highlight the si…

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#72 ’Twas Mere Days Before Christmas 15:02

8M ago15:02

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#72 ’Twas Mere Days Before Christmas In this episode, explore the power of reflection with guest Gina Baxter, a recent intern at LIFE Speech Pathology. We discuss the importance of reflection for learning and setting goals and Gina's background and interest in speech and language pathology. We also delve into the individualized treatment for aphasi…

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