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Speechie Side Up

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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Episodes

32: The One With Rachel From Let’s Talk Speech Therapy

This episode features Rachel Jacobs from Let’s Talk Speech Therapy. Tune in as we discuss what it’s like to work in a Title 1 school, her love of working with mixed groups, and how Let’s Talk Speech Therapy has led her to finding a strong SLP community that she can rely on.

Mar 06, 201953 min

30: The One About Working Abroad with Rebecca Reinking

This episode features an SLP who lives all the way in Australia - Rebecca From Adventures in Speech Pathology! Tune in to hear about her passion for articulation and phonological disorders, what it's like to work and study abroad, and her advice for SLPs who want to work overseas!

Feb 20, 201937 min

28: The One About Season One and Kim's Big Announcement

This episode features none other than my co-host Kim! In this episode, we reflect on Season 1, what to expect in Season 2, and Kim has a big announcement to make. You can also catch the video recording of this interview on the Speechie Side Up Pod Facebook Group.

Feb 06, 201932 min

27: The One With Jennifer From Speech Therapy Plans

This episode features Jennifer Bradley from Speech Therapy Plans! Listen to hear about everything Speech Therapy Plans has to offer busy SLPs, her tips for first year SLPs working in the schools, and her journey as a mom of a child with apraxia of speech.

Jan 30, 201935 min

26: The One With Deborah Brooks

This episode features Deborah Brooks! In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of podcasting, how she incorporates her passion for art and comedy into therapy, and how she manages to go bag-free to all her sessions!

Jan 23, 201940 min

25: The One With Nicole Allison From Speech Peeps

This episode features Nicole Allison from Speech Peeps! Tune in to hear Nicole's tips for being a minimalist SLP, her favorite resource she has ever created, and what it was like getting speech therapy as an adolescent.

Jan 16, 201936 min

24: The One With Claudia From Creative Speech Lab

This episode features Claudia Doan from Creative Speech Lab! Listen to learn how Claudia incorporates theater in her therapy, her tips for getting published, and whether or not someone breaks out into song. Tune in to find out!

Jan 09, 201930 min

23: The One With Kristin From Talkin With Twang

This episode features Kristin Immicke from Talkin With Twang! Listen to hear the most important lesson Kristin has learned from running an online business, how being a teacher has influenced her current role as an SLP, and what it was like transitioning from the school to private practice setting.

Dec 19, 201844 min

22: The One With Erin From Speech Tea Blog

This episode features Erin Larsen from Speech Tea Blog! Listen to hear Erin's pros and cons of working in a private clinic, our speech therapy pet peeves, and how to survive traveling with a baby.

Dec 12, 201830 min

21: The One With Amanda From A Perfect Blend

This episode features Amanda Newsome from A Perfect Blend! Listen to find out how Amanda got into graphic design, her tips for mastering social media, and her favorite types of coffee (if she had to choose).

Dec 05, 201827 min

20: The One With Darla From Ms. Gardenia's Speech Room

This episode features Darla Gardner from Mrs. Gardenia’s Speech Room! Listen to find out where Darla gets her inspiration, what it's like working in a SNF, her tips for managing an online business, and what she does for fun outside the speech room.

Nov 28, 201822 min

19: The One With Allison Fors

This episode features Allison Fors! Listen to find out where Allison gets her clip art inspiration, her tips for maintaining a work-life balance, and her favorite place that she has ever traveled to.

Nov 14, 201826 min

18: The One About Feeding Therapy With Melanie Potock

This episode features the renowned feeding specialist, Melanie Potock! Listen to find out about Melanie’s newest book release, her tips for expanding a child’s food choices, and even how she incorporated paintball in her feeding therapy.

Nov 07, 201848 min

17: The One With Felice From The Dabbling Speechie

This episode features Felice Clark from The Dabbling Speechie. Listen to hear Felice's tips for providing services in the classroom, managing a large caseload, and even her story about being interviewed on a Russian radio station!

Oct 31, 201833 min

16: The One About AAC With Gail Van Tatenhove

This episode features the original AAC Speechie, Gail Van Tatenhove! Listen to find out what Gail believes to be the most challenging part of providing AAC services, her thoughts about new trends in the field, and even how she envisions incorporating fashion with AAC.

Oct 24, 20181 hr 9 min

15: The One With Cheri From Super Power Speech

This episode features Cheri Chin from Super Power Speech. In this episode, we discuss important lessons she’s learned about keeping a blog and business going for several years, what it’s like being a doctoral student, and how she infuses superheroes into her therapy sessions.

Oct 17, 201827 min

14: The One With The Award Winning Author Julia Cook

This episode features the award-winning children’s book author, Julia Cook! In this episode, we discuss Julia’s new book, her favorite book she has ever written, her advice for parents and aspiring authors, and even how her dogs are helping her teach important concepts to children.

Oct 10, 201842 min

13: The One With Kristen From The Daily Dose of Speech

This episode features Kristen Powell from The Daily Dose of Speech. Listen to find out Kristen’s recommendations for AAC-related professional development, how she designs her school based therapy, and even how being an SLP has influenced her parenting style.

Oct 03, 201836 min

12: The One With Rose From ABA Speech

This episode features Rose Griffin from ABA Speech. Listen to hear Rose's unique perspective as both an SLP and BCBA, how she maintains a healthy work-life balance, and why she decided to pursue a second degree.

Sep 26, 201837 min

11: The One With Jenna Kirk From Speech Room News

This episode features Jenna (Rayburn) Kirk from Speech Room News. Listen to learn about Jenna’s favorite product she has ever made, her tips for improving job satisfaction, and even where she gets her inspiration for home décor!

Sep 19, 201836 min

10: The One With Amanda From Panda Speech

This episode features Amanda Schaumburg from Panda Speech. Listen to learn about Amanda’s role as a coach for the Special Olympics, her journey as a mom of a child with autism, and her favorite place she has visited on her family road trips.

Sep 12, 201826 min

9: The One With Ashley From Sweet Southern Speech

This episode features Ashley Rossi from Sweet Southern Speech. Listen to find out where she gets her product inspiration, as well as her tips to improve collaboration with other professionals and her affinity for cupcakes.

Sep 05, 201840 min

8: The One With Jess From The Social Speechie

This episode features Jessica Massey from The Social Speechie. Listen to find out her tips for doing more of what makes you happy, getting organized, and mastering social media.

Aug 29, 201845 min

7: The One With Hallie From Speech Time Fun

This episode features Hallie Sherman of Speech Time Fun. Hallie is an SLP and genius when it comes to low or no prep activities. She is an inspiration to all busy SLPs who aspire to make speech time fun! Listen to find out Hallie’s tips for keeping older students motivated, her top 5 no prep activity ideas, how to streamline social media, and even her favorite Bravo housewife!

Aug 22, 201837 min

6: The One With Heidi From Smartmouth SLP

This episode features Heidi Britz of the Smartmouth SLP. Heidi is an SLP and creator of some of the best social skills resources. Listen to find out how Heidi gets her product inspiration and explains a concept called forest bathing!

Aug 15, 201830 min

5: The One With Rachael From Texas Speech Mom

This episode features Rachael Baethge of Texas Speech Mom. Listen to find out Rachael’s advice for balancing work and being a mom, her favorite therapy hacks, and what every SLP needs to have in their therapy bag.

Aug 08, 201838 min

4: The One With Maureen From The Speech Bubble SLP

This episode features Maureen Wilson of The Speech Bubble SLP. Listen to find out her thoughts on what goes in to running a successful blog and TPT store and the secret to successful collaboration.

Aug 01, 201837 min

3: The One With Meredith From Peachie Speechie

This episode features Meredith Avren of The Peachie Speechie. Listen to find out where she gets her product inspiration, how she works collaboratively with her husband, her advice for SLPs starting a new business, and how she really feels about peaches.

Jul 25, 201834 minSeason 1Ep. 3
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