With over 30 years in combined experience as diagnosticians, Laurie and Abbey dive into what they’ve learned behind the scenes in their podcast, Let’s Talk Learning Disabilities.
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Welcome to The Value Factory Podcast, powered by OneAccord, where we decode the secrets to building substantial, lasting enterprise value for your business. If you’re a business owner, CEO, or leader of a privately held company striving for sustainable growth, navigating complex transitions, or aiming to maximize your company’s worth, this is your essential resource. Hosted by the seasoned operators at OneAccord, The Value Factory delves into the practical strategies and real-world insights ...
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Increasingly, healthcare and educational professionals are delivering services using teleconferencing platforms. For speech-language pathologists, audiologists, educators, and allied health professionals delivering diagnostic and treatment services using distance technology is called telepractice. In this podcast, Kim Dutro Allen and Dr. K Todd Houston share the latest news, tips, and insights from other professionals who are interviewed in each episode. Telepractice will continue to grow, s ...
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CMR Institute offers training that connects sales teams with their customers. We help pharmaceutical, medical device & diagnostic, and other life science professionals maximize market access, connect effectively with decision makers, and demonstrate the value of their products and services. These life science companies benefit from our extensive blended learning library which brings training alive when onboarding new hires, launching new products, developing leaders, meeting the need for con ...
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Norman Regional Health System’s Krishna Vedala, MD, MBA, MPH, Dipl. ABOM and Raghuveer Vedala, MD, FAAFP, Dipl. ABOM discuss trending healthcare topics through conversations on Vital Visions: The Vedala Brothers Podcast. The Norman Regional providers, and brothers, hope to use their podcast to help patients start conversations with their primary care provider about difficult questions they may have. No topics are off-limits as the Vedala brothers hope to foster open communication for improve ...
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The Value Factory Podcast | Episode 8 - Joshua Conran
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1:02:39In this episode of The Value Factory Podcast, host Nick Anderson is joined by Joshua Conran, partner at Deksia, to explore what it really takes to create marketing that drives long-term value, not just quick wins. Together, they unpack why most marketing fails (hint: it’s not the tactics) and how small and mid-market companies can align strategy, K…
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Episode 121 - How To College with Dr. Andrea Malkin Brenner
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25:29In Episode 121 of Let’s Talk Learning Disabilities, Laurie interviews Andrea Malkin Brenner, a college transition expert, sociologist, and co-author of How to College. Drawing on her 20 years of experience as a professor at American University, Andrea shares how she developed courses and resources, including her “Talking College” card decks, to hel…
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The Value Factory Podcast | Episode 7 - Dave Mantel
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38:21In this episode of The Value Factory Podcast, host Nick Anderson welcomes sales strategist Dave Mantel of Acme Sales Development for a deep dive into what makes or breaks a sales hire. They explore the three pillars of sales success—will to sell, tactical skill, and sales DNA—and how most hiring managers unknowingly fall for personality over perfor…
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The Value Factory Podcast | Episode 6 - Michael Pleger
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42:23In this episode of The Value Factory Podcast, Nick Anderson is joined by project manager Michael Pleger to explore the deeply personal journey of leadership development, identity, and purpose. Through the lens of OneAccord’s Prepare to Lead course, Michael shares how he grew from a high-performing problem-solver into a values-driven, purpose-aligne…
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In Episode 120 of Let's Talk Learning Disabilities, Laurie invites her husband Tim to share their unique experience as a married couple who both have ADHD. They reflect on the challenges and strengths of navigating life, work, and parenting together while managing their symptoms. Resources: Let's Talk Learning Disabilities Website: https://ltldpodc…
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The Value Factory Podcast | Episode 5 - Phil Goodman
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21:28In this episode of The Value Factory Podcast, host Nick Anderson sits down with Phil Goodman—founder of Talent Realized and Chief People Officer at OneAccord—to explore the power of strategic hope in driving transformational growth. From succession planning to scaling systems, Phil shares his own entrepreneurial journey and how OneAccord’s Client S…
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The Value Factory Podcast | Episode 4 - John Martinka
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50:34Host Nick Anderson welcomes M&A advisor John Martinka of NoComas Advisory Services to explore how business owners can “exit with style, grace, and more money” even in turbulent times. Drawing on three decades of experience guiding lower-middle-market deals ($5–15 million enterprise value), John breaks down the real risks—from customer and supply-ch…
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In Episode 119 of Let’s Talk Learning Disabilities, host Laurie Peterson attends the Independent Educational Consulting Association (IECA) conference in Detroit, where she interviews three professionals working to support students in their academic transitions. Resources: Andrea Malkin Brenner: TalkingCollege.com National Test Prep Association: htt…
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The Value Factory Podcast | Episode 3 - Mike Kadel
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34:09Join host Nick Anderson and special guest Mike Kadel, Managing Principal at One Accord, for a deep dive into the art and science of succession planning on this episode of The Value Factory Podcast. With a combined 60 years in financial services, they unpack why most organizations mistake replacement for true succession, share vivid examples—like Co…
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The Value Factory Podcast | Episode 2 - Ryan Shope
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22:45Host Nick Anderson sits down with Ryan Schope to unpack a practical playbook for go-to-market success in the digital age. They map out how to layer content across awareness, consideration, and decision stages, share tips for leveraging AI to remove production hurdles, and dive into why raw, “in-the-arena” stories build the deepest trust. If you’ve …
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The Value Factory Podcast | Episode 1 - Jeff Rogers
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45:55Join host Nick Anderson on the inaugural episode of The Value Factory Podcast as he welcomes OneAccord founder Jeff Rogers into the “upper room” to uncover the firm’s 25-year journey. Jeff recounts how a simple sales-training venture evolved into a full-service consulting practice, the pivotal client-success discoveries that reshaped their approach…
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Episode 118 - Tips for Parents of Neurodivergent Students
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26:27In this episode, Laurie reconnects with Cindy Palmer from Threshold Coaches to discuss essential parenting strategies for supporting neurodivergent students, particularly those with ADHD, as they transition from high school to college. Resources: Threshold Coaches Website: https://www.thresholdcoaches.com/ Let's Talk Learning Disabilities Website: …
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Episode 117 - Emotional Impact of Learning Disabilities
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21:13This episode of Let's Talk Learning Disabilities focuses on the often-overlooked emotional impact of learning disabilities and ADHD on both children and adults. Laurie emphasizes the importance of validation, open communication, and self-advocacy for both children and adults navigating these challenges. Therapy, coaching, and workplace accommodatio…
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23: Diabetes and Continuous Glucose Monitoring
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37:01Diabetes is a significant chronic medical condition in the United States, affecting an estimated 34.2M people and totaling to around $327 billion in health costs. Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to serious complications, further illnesses and even death if left untreated. The Drs. Vedala sit down with Deborah Peter, APRN-CNS of Norman Regional Endoc…
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Episode 116 - College and Neurodiversity with Cindy Palmer
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42:52In this episode of Let's Talk Learning Disabilities, Laurie chats again with Cindy Palmer of Threshold Coaches, this time on the topic of the transition from high school to college for neurodiverse students. Cindy shares her top 10 tips for these students. Resources: Threshold Coaches Website: https://www.thresholdcoaches.com Let's Talk Learning Di…
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Episode 115 - Autism & Learning Disabilities with Dr. Casey Vaccaro
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28:03In this episode of Let's Talk Learning Disabilities, Laurie chats with Dr. Casey Vaccaro to discuss autism, its symptoms, diagnosis, and its overlap with ADHD and learning disabilities. Dr. Vaccaro emphasizes the importance of early intervention, comprehensive evaluations, and support through educational accommodations and therapies like ABA. Addre…
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Norman Regional Health System's Vice President and Chief People Officer Keith Minnis joins the podcast to talk all things recruitment and retention in the healthcare space. Keith gives insights into the HR sector of healthcare, sharing successes he and his team have accomplished at Norman Regional. Dr. Veer described it best in the intro of this ep…
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Episode 114 - Learning Disabilities Association 2025
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27:25In this episode of Let's Talk Learning Disabilities, Laurie Peterson interviews inspiring guests at the Learning Disability Association annual conference. The episode highlights innovative programs and resources designed to support neurodiverse students, from college readiness initiatives to personalized learning environments. Resources: Beacon Col…
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Episode 113 - The Einstein School with Jan Van Blarcum p02
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22:20In this episode of Let's Talk Learning Disabilities, Laurie continues her conversation with Jan Van Blarcum, focusing on the unique aspects of the Einstein School. Resources: Einstein School Website: https://theeinsteinschool.com Let's Talk Learning Disabilities Website: https://ltldpodcast.com Contact info for the podcast: letstalklearningdisabili…
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Episode 112 - The Einstein School with Jan Van Blarcum p01
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22:32In this episode of Let's Talk Learning Disabilities, Laurie welcomes Jan Van Blarcum as a special guest for a two-part interview. Laurie and Jan have known each other for many years, their connection stemming from Jan's tutoring company and Laurie's work in testing students. They formed a friendship and now Jan runs a school in Plano called The Ein…
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In this Episode, Laurie focuses on SAT and ACT accommodations for students with learning disabilities. She discusses how many people are unaware that accommodations are available for these standardized tests and explains that the process can be overwhelming. She highlights that requirements frequently change, influenced by events such as the colleg…
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In this Episode, Laurie kicks off a brand new season of Let's Talk Learning Disabilities. Resources: Let's Talk Learning Disabilities Website: https://ltldpodcast.com Contact info for the podcast: [email protected] E-Diagnostic Learning Website: https://ediagnosticlearning.com Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eDiaglea…
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Episode 109 - Visual Processing & Functional Vision - Justin Chelette of Texas Vision Therapy Part 2
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25:28In this Episode, Laurie and Abbey conclude their interview Dr. Justin Chelette, an optometrist from Texas Vision Therapy, delving into the topic of visual processing and functional vision. Resources: Texas Vision Therapy Website: https://www.texasvisiontherapy.com College of Optometrists in Vision Development Website: https://www.covd.org Let's Tal…
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In Vital Visions' second cardiology episode, the Vedalas speak to Norman Regional’s Archana Gautam, MD. As an interventional cardiologist, Dr. Gautam’s years of experience and accomplishments are evident in this episode. Dr. Gautam is a wealth of knowledge and talks to the brothers about Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) in The Caridology Connection, Part…
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Episode 108 - Visual Processing & Functional Vision - Justin Chelette Texas Vision Therapy Part 01
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29:59In this Episode, Laurie and Abbey interview Dr. Justin Chelette, an optometrist from Texas Vision Therapy, to delve into the topic of visual processing and functional vision. Resources: Texas Vision Therapy Website: https://www.texasvisiontherapy.com College of Optometrists in Vision Development Website: https://www.covd.org Let's Talk Learning Dis…
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Vital Visions is BACK for Season 3, with special guest, Brian Whitson, MD. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, so what better way to wrap up the month than having Norman Regional's newest Pulmonologist join the pod? The Vedalas ask Dr. Whitson about restrictive and obstructive diseases, asthma and COPD treatment, smoking, life saving lung canc…
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Episode 107 - Interventions - Test Anxiety with Lindsay Hollmuller
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40:12In this Episode, Laurie and Abbey interview Lindsay Hollmuller from Dallas Integrated Counseling as a continuation of their Intervention series. Lindsay sheds light on the common challenge of test anxiety and explains how a program called Test Edge can help individuals overcome this obstacle whether it is a result of a learning disability, or a sta…
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In this episode, Laurie chats with her stepdaughter, Sydney, about the challenges and strengths associated with ADHD, and emphasizes that once individuals with ADHD find their passion, they can excel. Sydney shares about her personal struggles with math due to inconsistent schooling and a learning gap, but also expresses pride in her ADHD, calling …
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A Special Message from Co-Hosts, Kim & Todd!
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2:08Hello, Telepractice Today listeners! Kim and I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for joining us each week and being such a fantastic part of the Telepractice Today community. Since launching the podcast back in May of 2020…right at the beginning of the COVID pandemic…., we’ve been honored to bring you weekly episodes dedicated to the latest in t…
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Episode 105 - Alternative Treatments for ADHD
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24:55In this Episode, Laurie and Abbey discuss alternative treatments for ADHD, particularly focusing on neurofeedback. They welcome guest Betsy Ezell, Director of Neurofeedback at Heritage Counseling and Consulting. Betsy shares her background as a licensed clinician with a passion for both therapy and science, and explains how neurofeedback therapy ca…
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Amity Cooper Discusses Therapists As Entrepreneurs
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40:02Amity Cooper is a seasoned entrepreneur, trained mental health professional, and entrepreneurial coach. For over 20 years, Amity has run a variety of businesses, from designing handbags to making and manufacturing gourmet chocolates, which has given her the knowledge and experience to help others start and run their own businesses. Now, as a traine…
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AC Goldberg Discusses Serving Transgender Clients & Inclusion
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56:02AC Goldberg (he/him) is a physically disabled intersex/transgender DEIB consultant, Professor and Speech/Language Pathologist whose mission is to cultivate affirming spaces for people of all neurotypes, races, genders, ages, religions, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds and abilities. He started his career in hospitals, where he faced significant em…
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Episode 104 - Rare Patient Voice with Pam Cusick
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37:58In this Episode, Laurie and Abbey chat with Pam Cusick and discuss the challenges and strategies surrounding neurodiversity in the workplace. Pam shares insights from a recent survey conducted by Rare Patient Voice, which gathers input from neurodivergent individuals regarding their workplace experiences. Resources: Rare Patient Voice Website: http…
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Stacey Mueller & Julia LaHue Discuss Classroom Collaboration
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51:10My name is Stacey Mueller, and I have been in Education for 13-years and have taught in a few states and within various Special Education programs. I entered the Education world when moving with the Military proved to be difficult in the career world. I came to the realization while living in Germany that I needed a career that I could essentially …
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Co-Hosts Kim & Todd Share Career Updates & Insights
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34:15Kim Dutro Allen graduated with a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Utah State University. She is a licensed speech-language pathologist in Utah, Idaho, and California and has been certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) since 2011. During graduate school, she participated in the Graduate Studies Program …
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Episode 103 - Texas Woman's University Disability Services
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31:48In this Episode, Laurie and Abbey welcomed Nadaya Cross, Director of Disability Services at Texas Woman's University. Nadaya shared her journey, starting as an interpreter before moving to Disability Services, where she advanced to director. She expressed her excitement about the progress in supporting students with disabilities, making the campus …
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JJ Whicker Discusses the Mission of the ASHA PAC
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27:50Dr. JJ Whicker is a pediatric audiologist, clinical researcher, chief operating officer and co-owner at Little Heroes Pediatric Hearing Clinic. As a clinician, JJ works with children who are cochlear implanted and completes diagnostic testing for infants who refer on their newborn hearing screen. Dr. Whicker also runs the Central Auditory Processin…
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Episode 102 - Educational Advocacy with Anna Popp
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37:32In this Episode, Laurie and Abbey introduce their special guest, Anna Popp, an educator advocate from Popp Educational Services and Advocacy. Anna shares her journey into advocacy, which was shaped by her experience as a parent of children with disabilities and her career in education and nonprofit work. She emphasizes the importance of understandi…
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Hadijat Muftau-Lediju Shares Her Passion for Integrating Gaming Into Occupational Therapy
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55:32Hadijat Muftau-Lediju is a dedicated occupational therapist known for her unique approach to therapy, integrating video games to enhance skill development. She has a background working with adults with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and dementia, later dedicating over four years to pediatrics in clinical and school settings. In these roles, …
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Janita Gilliam Discusses Her Mobile Private Practice, Jabber Talk Speech & Consulting
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35:38Dr. Gilliam, better known as “Dr. Jay,” is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and Founder of Jabber Talk Speech and Consulting, PLLC. She is passionate about providing skilled speech therapy services to the early childhood and school-aged populations. She enjoys coaching parents to help their children meet their full potential across all enviro…
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In this Episode, Laurie and Abbey unpack some really great thoughts on getting ready for school in the new year. They talk about reviewing your accommodation plan, and being communicative with teachers ahead of time. Laurie & Abbey also discuss what it looks like for students to advocate for their own needs as they get older and even enter college.…
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Paola Alvarez Ruiz Discusses Telepractice Services Across Time Zones
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39:46My name is Paola Alvarez. I am born and raised in Puerto Rico. I studied Biotechnology in the University of Puerto Rico Ponce Campus. Then studied the Speech Language Pathology Masters in the University of Puerto Rico Medical Science Campus. I was chosen for an internship in NYC the summer before the COVID-19 pandemic started. I spent a month in NY…
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Keylonda Wheeler Shares Her Passion For Telepractice & Writing Children's Books
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45:22Keylonda Wheeler has always had a passion for helping others which inspired her to earn her master's degree in speech pathology. She enjoys supporting the pediatric population in the school setting and incorporating literacy and the arts into therapy sessions. In 2015, Keylonda was introduced to the telepractice setting and embraced the concept of …
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In this episode, Abbey and Laurie celebrate the milestone of reaching their 100th episode of their podcast, "Let's Talk Learning Disabilities." The podcast has grown beyond their expectations, receiving positive feedback from listeners who have found it a valuable resource. They dedicate this special episode to sharing some of the impactful feedbac…
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Tali Kellerstein Discusses Speech Sound Disorders & The Speak Boutique
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41:01I'm Tali Kellerstein, Speech-Language Pathologist, Author, Speaker and Founder. After graduating with my M.H.Sc. from the University of Toronto, I practiced for a decade as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the (Motor) Speech program at The Speech and Stuttering Institute (SSI), where I gained extensive experience treating children with moderate-se…
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Explore Speech & Feeding: Casey Masalehdani Discusses Her START
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35:09Casey Masalehdani, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD is a state and nationally certified speech-language pathologist. She received her Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology, with Teacher of Students with Speech Language Disabilities certification from Hofstra University. She holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech Language H…
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Episode 99 - Dyscalculia, STEM Tutoring, and College Coaching with Cindy Palmer
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40:02In this episode, Abbey and Laurie chat with Cindy Palmer from STEM Tutoring, who specializes in dyscalculia. Cindy shares her background, explaining her career shift from a high school biology teacher to a one-on-one therapist for adolescents.Resources: STEM Tutoring: https://www.tutoringstem.comBook - A Mind for Numbers by Barbara Oakley: https://…
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Emma Justice Discusses Her Practice: Justice for Infant Feeding Therapy & Lactation
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38:40Emma Justice is a pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Certified Lactation Counselor and guest speaker serving patients in the greater Boston area. She has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings including the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), pediatric rehab and most recently the public school system. Emma is the owner of Justice For…
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Building a Professional Learning Community: Heidi Miller Discusses the Virginia Pediatric Dysphagia Collaborative
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46:40Heidi is an inpatient speech-language pathologist at University of Virginia Children’s Hospital. She works in their NICU, PICU, general peds floor, and serves as the primary therapist in their Early Developmental Clinic. In addition to her full-time SLP role, she also is a writer for The Informed SLP and content creator for Therapy Insights. She re…
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In this episode, Abbey and Laurie chat with Candace from Lively Minds Institute, who has extensive experience in education and a passion for helping students who struggle with executive function skills. Candace shares how her journey began 25 years ago, working initially on academic content like math and reading, but quickly realizing many students…
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