Marta Kazandjian, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, NBC-HWC, F-ASHA , and Dr. Cynthia X. Pan, MD, FACP, AGSF , join host Sarah Baar to explore why swallowing and communication are critical components of quality palliative care. Together, they share how speech-language pathologists can lead early conversations, align care with patient values, and make a bigger impact on interdisciplinary teams. Join us to learn practical strategies you can use to support whole-person care for patients with serious illness. Lea...
Jun 13, 2025•56 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Dr. Carolyn Baylor, PhD, CCC-SLP —creator of the Framework for Participation-Focused Intervention and expert in motor speech disorders—joins host Sarah Baar to explore how clinicians can prioritize life participation in dysarthria intervention. Together, they unpack how to set meaningful goals, measure real-world outcomes, and move beyond the drill-and-repeat rut. If you’re ready to help clients reconnect with what matters most, this episode offers the practical strategies to get you started. Le...
May 15, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Dr. Peter Meulenbroek, PhD, MSCI, CCC-SLP , joins host Sarah Baar to explore how SLPs can help patients with TBI return to work. They discuss assessment, intervention, and workplace advocacy, sharing practical strategies for supporting cognitive-communication and social skills on the job. Tune in for actionable takeaways to help your clients succeed. Learning Objectives Analyze the evidence around the parameters of the workplace and your client to cover before return to work Apply evidence-based...
Apr 15, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Dr. Nina Benway, PhD, CCC-SLP , an expert in artificial intelligence (AI) and speech therapy, joins host Sarah Baar, MA, CCC-SLP , to explore AI’s role in treating speech sound disorders. AI is rapidly transforming healthcare, but what does that mean for speech-language pathologists? Together, Sarah and Nina discuss the latest research, ethical considerations, and practical strategies for evaluating AI tools in clinical practice. Learning Objectives Interpret the evidence around AI-based speech ...
Mar 14, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Brooke Richardson, MS, CCC-SLP , medical SLP, and founder of Breathehab, joins host Sarah Baar, MA, CCC-SLP , to discuss respiratory muscle training (RMT) for neurodegenerative conditions. They explore evidence-based strategies, recent research, and practical tools to improve outcomes like swallowing, speech, and exercise. Learning Objectives Interpret the evidence around respiratory muscle training in neurodegenerative disease Apply evidence-based, practical strategies to address clinical decis...
Feb 14, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Join host Sarah Baar as she welcomes Dr. Adam T. Lloyd , a clinical assistant professor in otolaryngology and vocal performance at the University of Miami Health System. With his unique background as a professional singer and expert in voice disorders, Adam shares his passion for helping individuals with functional voice disorders regain their voice and confidence. Together, we explore the latest research, essential assessment strategies, and evidence-based treatments that SLPs like you can impl...
Jan 31, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Join host Sarah Baar as we welcome Dr. Tabia Pope , an expert in the areas of athlete brain health and sports concussion management. In this episode, Dr. Pope shares with us her journey from collegiate sports to spearheading interprofessional education through her nonprofit, Head to Speech, which emphasizes the critical role of SLPs in concussion care. The discussion delves into essential strategies for bridging gaps between athletic trainers and speech-language pathologists to enhance proactive...
Dec 13, 2024•54 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Join host Sarah Baar as she welcomes Dr. Patricia (Trish) Geels , an expert clinician and researcher in the area of cancer-related cognitive impairment (CRCI). Trish and Sarah delve into this emerging area in speech-language pathology, breaking down how SLPs like you can support oncology patients facing cognitive-communication challenges. Together, we explore the prevalence of CRCI, common deficits, patient-reported outcome measures, and treatment strategies for improving social participation an...
Nov 15, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Lauren Schwabish, MS, CCC-SLP , joins Sarah Baar to discuss working memory in brain injury treatment. With more than 24 years of experience, Lauren shares key insights from research and practical strategies for clinicians. Learn how to make working memory treatment more meaningful and effective in everyday practice. Learning Objectives Interpret the evidence around treatment of working memory deficits Apply evidence-based, practical strategies to actionably address meaningful working memory trea...
Oct 15, 2024•50 min
Sarah E. Wallace , a recognized expert in aphasia treatment, joins host Sarah Baar to delve into the complexities of designing aphasia-friendly home programs. Together, they discuss how clinicians can implement the latest research into practical, patient-centered strategies. In this episode, you'll discover actionable insights on modifying written materials to support individuals with aphasia and learn the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in creating effective home programs. Learnin...
Sep 13, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this episode, Sarah Baar will be joined by Lisa Wauters , an expert in primary progressive aphasia (PPA) research and treatment and the first author on a recent systematic review on treatment for PPA. Discover Lisa’s journey into working with PPA, and gain insights into effective treatment approaches. Get ready to delve into the most up-to-date research on PPA for actionable takeaways you can implement right away in your practice. Timestamps (00:00:00) Welcome (00:01:03) Introduction to guest...
Aug 15, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Join us as Tim Stockdale , a leading voice in dysphagia management and critical thinking, sits down with Sarah Baar to discuss how expanding your clinical perspectives and asking “why” can elevate your patient care. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to deepen your understanding and broaden your clinical reasoning when it comes to dysphagia management. Interpret factors among patients with dysphagia that contribute to negative impact on health and quality of life Apply evidence-based, practical ...
Jul 15, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Join Alyssa Lanzi , a seasoned clinical researcher, as she talks with Sarah Baar about tackling the sticky situation of word-finding challenges in older adults with and without a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. In this insightful conversation about aging, they explore strategies for organizing thoughts around vague client language complaints and gain valuable insights into assessment and treatment for mild neurocognitive disorders. Learning Objectives Interpret the evidence around language cha...
Jun 14, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Penny Welch-West , medical SLP, change maker, and committee member on the recently published INCOG 2.0 Guidelines for Cognitive Rehabilitation Following Traumatic Brain Injury, journeys with Sarah Baar into all things intervention for moderate to severe TBI. They recount meeting at the ASHA convention and highlight key ways to translate research into your practice, including performing vision and hearing screenings, best practices for cognitive communication and social cognition for patients wit...
May 15, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Treasyri Williams Wood , an expert on and leader in the treatment of aphasia, unpacks severe global aphasia. Dr. Williams Wood emphasizes to Sarah Baar the importance of “ruthlessly prioritized” communication goals, the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and the need for intensive, repetitive, and meaningful practice. She also highlights comprehensive support and training for caregivers as a necessity. Learning Objectives Interpret the evidence around assessment and treatme...
Apr 15, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Samantha McDaniel , an expert on and collector of the clock drawing test, reveals to Sarah Baar why she remains intrigued by the test while cautioning against its use with younger adults. Learning Objectives Interpret the evidence around use of the clock drawing test in SLP clinical practice Apply evidence-based, practical strategies to actionably address use of the clock drawing test in SLP clinical practice Solve patient case scenarios involving use of the clock drawing test Timestamps (00:00:...
Apr 11, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 1
