You’re listening to the Speechie Side Up podcast hosted by author, AAC specialist, and matcha tea lover, Venita Litvack! Every week, you get to hear what other SLPs are doing in the field and how they found their passion. This podcast was created to help YOU stop re-inventing the wheel and start loving your job again!
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Welcome to Kitchen Island Tea. We will be Dishing the Real truth with REAL talk about Real issues in a Real World. Women will be sitting and sharing at the Kitchen Island! So grab your cup and let’s share some Tea! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/venita-r-mitchell/support
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Atento Capital is an early-stage investment firm focused on unlocking unsung potential. From our offices in Tulsa and NW Arkansas, leading markets for innovation in the heartland, we identify high-potential ideas and individuals and then invest the early-stage funding and human capital needed to take ventures from 0-1 and 1-10. The BeAtento Podcast explores the founders, partners, funders, and systems that work together to transform the heartland into the nation’s most equitable tech hub.
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Cheryl Akle discusses the world with her favourite authors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stay abreast of our summer workshops in Fiction, Nonfiction and Memoir by following to hear panels, and craft talks from esteemed agents and editors. Later in the year we will be adding selected craft talks from previous summers. Year-round, we also host Bibliocracy Radio , a weekly half-hour books discussion and interview program hosted by Santa Monica Review editor Andrew Tonkovich featuring writers of literary fiction and nonfiction, poetry, memoir and cultural criticism.
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Mary Brezik and Kim Dillon are two pediatric speech-language pathologists with over 25 years of combined experience. As speech therapists, we are often the first professionals to assess young children once they are referred by their pediatrician. Either they are not talking well or they are not eating well. We get to know our patients, their families, and how they are developing. We have a front row seat during the first critical and formative years of development for those who receive our s ...
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Fiction Out Loud. Spillers is a podcast for handpicked literary short fiction with exclusive interviews on the story of the story. Every episode is 30 minutes or less. For more information, check out www.Spillers.net. Hosted by award-winning writer and podcaster Robert Hoekman Jr.
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This is a podcast about food and the role it plays in our sense of self, our sense of place and our sense of taste. All of our guests have made the UK their home. Each of their sharing plates connect them to "their country", their people and their own special memories. You're invited to join us, as our guests, share plates, recipes and stories. You'll hear how refugees are just like you and me, and have their own hopes and dreams. This is a foodie's journey that transcends generations and na ...
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Stories Behind The Story: Rachel Treasure on The Transformative Power of Literature in Advocating for Change
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Rachel Treasure talks to Cheryl about her advocacy for environmental stewardship, sustainability, and the transformative power of literature in advocating for change. Her latest novel, Milking Time, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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206: The One About Using Books to Target Multiple Goals
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In this episode, I am joined by Sarah Breshears, a Speech-Language Pathologist and founder of Social Moguls.as we discuss the significance of literacy in speech therapy. Sarah shares insights from her career, including her experience introducing reading to young children and the benefits of using books to target multiple speech and language goals. …
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S2E16: Networking and Partnerships in Private Practice with SLP Kim Dillon
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This has been such a fun season of The Speech Source Podcast! As we wrap up our season of How I Made My Speech Path Business, Kim and Mary each take a turn in the interviewee seat and talk about how they themselves have built their own private practices. First up was Kim Dillon talking about her private speech practice. Kim shares about the beginni…
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Stories Behind The Story: Jo Peck on Embracing New Beginnings Later in Life.
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Jo Peck talks to Cheryl about overcoming adversity, finding strength in vulnerability, and embracing new beginnings later in life. Her memoir, Suddenly Single at Sixty, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2E15: Start and Grow Your Private Practice with SLP Jena Castro-Casbon
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In this epside, hosts Kim and Mary welcom Jena Castro-Casbon, a speech therapist with her own private practice and creator of the Start Your Private Practice and Grow Your Private Practice programs. Jena shares her journey into the field of speech therapy, initially inspired by her father's experiences with stuttering and his positive feedback abou…
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205: [Literacy Connect ] All In For Literacy: How Unity Among Educators Transforms Learning Sneak Peek
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This episode is a sneak peek of Spencer Russell's episode for Literacy Connect. At Literacy Connect, we’re excited to guide you through how structured literacy instruction can help your students and children thrive. From assessment and treatment to understanding dyslexia and exploring the latest technology, we’ve got it all covered. We are on a…
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Stories Behind The Story: Lauren Chater on the allure of historical fiction and the inspiration behind timeless human experiences
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Lauren Chater talks to Cheryl Akle about the power and inspiration of storytelling, the significance of historical fiction and the continuity of human nature. Her fourth novel, The Beauties, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stories Behind The Story: Isabel Allende on the power of reading and the impact of bullying on children.
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Isabel Allende talks to Cheryl Akle about the impact of bullying on children, the importance of a good illustrator and the story behind the real dog Perla. Her latest children's book: Perla The Mighty Dog, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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204: A Crash Course in Literacy Intervention & Assessment
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Are you ready to stop feeling overwhelmed with literacy and know exactly how to help children learn to read and write? At Literacy Connect, we’re excited to guide you through how structured literacy instruction can help your students and children thrive. From assessment and treatment to understanding dyslexia and exploring the latest technology…
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Bioeutectics: Transforming the Solvents Industry with Sustainable solutions in Tulsa with Founder Tomas Silicaro
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In this episode of the BeAtento Podcast, we welcome Tomas Silicaro, the Co-founder and CEO of Bioeutectics, who is leading a green revolution in the solvents industry. Bioeutectics is making a space for themselves in the development of sustainable solutions that replace traditional, environmentally harmful solvents.Tomas shares his journey from con…
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S2E14: Sustaining a Business in All Seasons of Life with SLP Rachael Baethge
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In this episode, Kim and Mary talk with Rachael Baethge as she shares how she created a flexible and sustainable business model that accommodates her roles as a mom and a speech therapist. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing personal and professional limits to avoid burnout, ensuring she remains effective in all her roles—business owner, m…
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Stories Behind the Story: Lisa Medved on art, travel and writing historical fiction
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Lisa Medved talks to Cheryl Akle about her journey from Melbourne to The Hague, how fine arts sparked creativity, and her five-year self-taught adventure in writing historical fiction. Her latest novel, The Engraver’s Secret, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stories Behind the Story: Nat's What I Reckon on mental health, cooking and how quickly life can change
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Cheryl Akle and Nat's What I Reckon shared a stage at the Words on the Waves Festival to talk about food, mental health and how quickly life can change. The panel was recorded live and we hope you enjoy the conversation. Explicit Language Warning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Bibliocracy Episode 13: Federico Finchelstein on Wannabe Fascists
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My guest this week is a world-renowned expert on fascism, populism, and dictatorship. Federico Finchelstein’s newest book is The Wannabe Fascists: A Guide to Understanding the Greatest Threat to Democracy. He makes important distinctions even while educating, contextualizing, and warning, once again, of fascism’s rise globally and explaining its an…
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Bibliocracy Episode 12: Joan Braune on Understanding and Countering Fascist Movements
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Joan Braune has written a scholarly book which reads to this admirer like a handbook of liberatory insights, a history and a glossary, a philosophy text for beginners, with a provocative analysis at its conclusion. If you think, as did I, you knew or understood the basics of fascism and the far right, the research and writing of Joan Braune will di…
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Stories Behind the Story: Catherine Doyle on merging fantasy with real-world themes
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Catherine Doyle talks to Cheryl Akle about her journey to publication and how she merges fantasy elements with real-world themes in her writing. Her latest novel, Pirates of Darksea, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2E13: A Specialized Speech Practice with SLP Sydney Bassard
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In this podcast episode, hosts Kim and Mary talk with Sydney Bassard, known as The Listening SLP, who shares her intriguing journey from a public health undergraduate to a successful speech therapist and entrepreneur. Sydney discusses her initial career aspiration in pharmacy, which shifted after a impactful summer at a literacy center. This experi…
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203: The One About Literacy with Britney Morrish
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In this episode, I am joined by Britney Morrish, MSc-SLP (C) R. SLP and the owner of the Language and Literacy Clinic of Manitoba, as we delve into the critical importance of literacy. Britney discusses the expansive role of literacy beyond mere reading and writing, emphasizing its impact on cognitive skills and democratic discussions. She explains…
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202: The One About Literacy with Brianna Guild
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In this episode, I am joined by Brianna Guild, a private practice SLP from Ontario, Canada, as we discuss the integration of literacy tasks into speech therapy sessions, emphasizing the importance of phonological awareness and phonics. Brianna shares her expertise and experience in literacy intervention, especially for children with speech sound de…
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Stories Behind the Story: Ariane Beeston on motherhood, madness and coming back from the brink
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Ariane Beeston talks to Cheryl Akle about the pressures of motherhood and her experience with postpartum psychosis. Her memoir, Because I'm Not Myself, You See, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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From the Vault: Get Ready! How to Diagnose and Assess Dyslexia
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In this podcourse, we identified 3 signs of dyslexia and discussed an SLPs role in the diagnosing process. We looked at 3 areas to assess dyslexia and how to effectively identify which 2 assessments to consider for a dyslexia evaluation. This episode is part of a digital conference event called SLP Live. Listening to this episode does not automatic…
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Stories Behind the Story: Barbara Sumner on the forgotten female convicts of colonial Australia
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Barbara Sumner talks to Cheryl Akle about her unique path to publication and what inspired her to write her striking debut novel, The Gallows Bird, which is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2E12: Empowering SLPs with Creative Resources with SLP Erin Larsen
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In this episode of the Speech Source Podcast, hosts Mary Brezik and Kim Dillon, interview SLP Erin Larson, the dynamic force behind Speech Tea. Erin shares her fascinating journey from aspiring pharmacist to passionate speech therapist. Erin's career took shape in a private practice setting, where she faced the challenge of working at a new, under-…
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Stories Behind the Story: Venita Dimos on the vital skills children learn through reading
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Venita Dimos talks to Cheryl Akle about the power of children’s fiction and how her Mini & Milo series teaches vital skills for childhood development. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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[Podcourse] Part 2: How AAC Consultants Support School SLPs
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In this episode, I am joined by Tiffany Pierangelo and Megan Hapeman, as we dive into a comprehensive discussion that focuses on the role AAC consultants play in supporting SLPs within large school districts. Tiffany and Megan, experienced Speech Pathologists and AAC consultants, covered effective strategies for aiding school-based SLPs, highlighti…
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S2E11: Transforming Ideas into a Sustainable Business with SLP Lindsey Hockel
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Kim and Mary get to sit down for a second time for insight, ideas, tips and laughs with the incredible Lindsey Hockel, SLP and founder of Speechy Things. We've had her on previously to talk about all things "R," but this time she talks us through how she went from her clinical fellowship to digital resource and course creator and niching down in th…
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Stories Behind the Story: Garry Disher on his unique approach to crime fiction
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Bestselling author Garry Disher talks to Cheryl Akle about his research process and approach to writing crime fiction. His latest novel, Sanctuary, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bibliocracy Episode 11: Molly Giles on Life Span
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Novelist, short story writer, and acclaimed teacher Molly Giles. The author, most recently, of the novel The Home for Unwed Husbands, is out with a memoir in short episodes, vignettes, and meditations, built on her life crossing the Golden Gate Bridge. In Life Span, Giles defines, examines, celebrates, and interrogates her writing life by way of th…
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Bibliocracy Episode 10: Venita Blackburn on Dead in Long Beach, Califonria
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My guest this week is acclaimed short story writer and, now, novelist Venita Blackburn. Her debut novel, Dead in Long Beach, California arrives after two acclaimed short story collections, Black Jesus and Other Superheroes and How to Wrestle a Girl. This new novel is a multi-form, multi-voiced chronicle of loss, self-discovery, of desperately sad i…
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[Podcourse] Part 1: How AAC Consultants Support School SLPs
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In this episode, I am joined by Tiffany Pierangelo and Megan Hapeman, as we dive into a comprehensive discussion that focuses on the role AAC consultants play in supporting SLPs within large school districts. Tiffany and Megan, experienced Speech Pathologists and AAC consultants, covered effective strategies for aiding school-based SLPs, highlighti…
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S2E10: Innovation and Authenticity with SLP Barbara Fernandes
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This episode will have you captivated, motivated and in awe! Kim and Mary feature Barbara Fernandes, an SLP, author, CEO of Smarty Ears and Smarty Symbols, advocate, and educator. To say she has taken her business and created something so unique and on her own terms is an understatement. She is a testament that staying true to who you are and on th…
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Stories Behind the Story: Geoffrey Robertson on The Trial of Vladimir Putin
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Geoffrey Robertson QC talks to Cheryl Akle about his unique perspective on Vladimir Putin, international law and human rights. His latest book, The Trial of Vladimir Putin, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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[Podcourse] Part 2: Time Mastery for SLPs: Revolutionizing Scheduling and Service Delivery
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In this episode, I am joined by Carrie Clark, M.A. CCC-SLP, to explore techniques to revolutionize scheduling and service delivery to save time without compromising on client progress. Carrie discussed a deep dive into time mastery strategies for Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), particularly focusing on school-based settings. Key learning outco…
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S2E9: Crafting Her Ideal Work Combination with SLP Venita Litvack
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In this episode, hosts Mary Brezik and Kim Dillon discuss all things AAC, podcasting (The Speechie Side Up Podcast), presenting and more with guest Venita Litvack, a speech therapist and entrepreneur. Venita details her progression in specializing in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and her eventual roles including an AAC consultant…
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Stories Behind the Story: Diane Armstrong on what makes historical fiction personal
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Diane Armstrong talks to Cheryl Akle about focusing on the personal aspect of history and the incredible woman who inspired her latest novel, The Wild Date Palm, which is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stories Behind the Story: Bradley Trevor Greive on how we find our way back from tragedy
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Bradley Trevor Grieve talks to Cheryl Akle about what makes a story feel personal and how he chooses his projects. His latest book, Broken Girl, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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