Speech Talk
Welcome to Speech Talk, a podcast for SLPs who are hungry to stay on top of the latest research but don’t have the time to read it. Every other week, join hosts Emily and Eva, two working SLPs who have taken it upon themselves to dive into the data so you don’t have to. Together, they’re turning clinical studies into real-life solutions. From cognitive screening to medication management, adult neuro rehab to discharge planning, they break it all down with evidence, empathy, and a healthy dose of sarcasm. It’s smart, practical, and very real. It’s also, ahem, your new favorite podcast!
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Welcome to Speech Talk, a podcast for SLPs who are hungry to stay on top of the latest research but don’t have the time to read it. Every other week, join hosts Emily and Eva, two working SLPs who have taken it upon themselves to dive into the data so you don’t have to. Together, they’re turning clinical studies into real-life solutions. From cognitive screening to medication management, adult neuro rehab to discharge planning, they break it all down with evidence, empathy, and a healthy dose of sarcasm.
It’s smart, practical, and very real. It’s also, ahem, your new favorite podcast!
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Aug. 25, 2026
Can You Hear Yourself Talking?
What happens when the brain can’t hear its own speech errors? In this episode of Speech Talk, Emily and Aoife explore the speech-auditory feedback loop and how it can be disrupted after left-hemisphere stroke. They unpack new research on error detection, automatic versus voluntary correction, and what these findings mean for aphasia therapy. Plus, practical strategies for helping patients build awareness, self-monitoring, and more successful communication. Citations Impairment of Speech Au
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Aug. 11, 2026
Don't Fear the Tracheostomy
No need to fear (the tracheostomy) Speech Talk is here! We're diving into one of the most medically complex—and often intimidating—areas of speech-language pathology: tracheostomy rehabilitation. We break down the research on how speech-language pathologists are involved (or unfortunately, often not involved) in tracheostomy care and why early SLP intervention can make a significant difference in communication, swallowing, and successful decannulation. We discuss speaking valves, swallow evalua
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July 28, 2026
How Do We Even Treat Dysarthria?
Do oral and pharyngeal exercises help treat post-stroke dysarthria? Emily and Eva examine a recent review (Yunusova et al.), unpack why swallowing outcomes often show benefit while speech outcomes do not, discuss goal-writing pitfalls, and offer practical treatment options and compensatory strategies clinicians can use now. Citations: Marzouqah R, Huynh A, Chen JL, Boulos MI, Yunusova Y. The role of oral and pharyngeal motor exercises in post-stroke recovery: A scoping review. Clin Rehabi
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July 14, 2026
The Art (and Science) of Clinical Supervision
Supervision is so much more than signing off on competencies. It shapes clinician confidence, patient care, and the future of our profession. In this episode of Speech Talk, Emily and Eva welcome their very first guest, Olivia, to reflect on her completed externship and unpack what effective supervision really looks like. Together, they explore the research on clinical supervision, discuss different supervisory styles, and share honest stories about balancing mentorship with productivity demand
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June 30, 2026
Finding the Right Dose for Dysphagia Treatment
How many repetitions does it take to improve swallowing? How hard should dysphagia exercises be? And are we prescribing enough therapy to make a meaningful difference? In this episode of Speech Talk, Emily and Eva tackle a question many clinicians have asked but few were formally taught to answer: how do we dose dysphagia therapy? Using the article Exercise Prescription for Dysphagia: Intensity and Duration Manipulation by Sapienza and colleagues, they explore how principles of exercise scienc
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About the Hosts
Emily Brady
Emily is a medical speech-language pathologist working in SNFs around Akron, Ohio. A mom of three, she’s long been a go-to for study guides and peer support. When she couldn’t find practical resources for SLPs in adult medical settings, she teamed up with her NYU classmate, Eva Johnson, to create one, designed especially for clinicians juggling work, life, and caregiving. They’re figuring it out too, and are happy to share the journey.
Eva Johnson
Eva is a skilled nursing SLP with a background in ESL and Romance languages. A former teacher and TA, she brings a love of clear, systems-based thinking to clinical care. She joined the podcast to keep teaching, grow as a clinician, and collaborate with her classmate Emily. A mom of two, Eva loves Shabbat dinners, still hopes to paint again someday, and brings curiosity and practical wisdom to every conversation.