Best CCC Sound Podcasts (2025)

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My Five Favorite Literacy Habits That Boost Early Language 25:37

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If you love weaving books into speech and language therapy, this episode is absolutely your lane. In this conversation, Kelly breaks down a 2025 scoping review on early language development and reading aloud, then translates it into five practical literacy “hacks” you can use with preschool and early elementary students starting tomorrow. She pulls…

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Ep. 86 Steve Hemphill, Jousting and Medieval Events 3:17:37

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Let us know how we're doing. Please understand that we can't reply or see your info. I'm especially proud of this episode. First of all, Steve Hemphill is an acomplished horseman in his own right and has won tournaments in jousting and taught all over the world. He's even done comentary for television on the topic. Secondly, this episode is complet…

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Barely Anointed - Rev. Josh Herndon - 11-23-2025 1:57:20

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Today we have a very special guest speaker, Rev. Josh Herndon. Josh is married to Pastor David and Lynn's daughter, Phoebe. Josh also is an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God. Currently, Josh serves as a Ministry Consultant and Vice President at GenFi Ministries where he helps churches with loans and investments; and pastors with investme…

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Dangerous Resolve - Pastor David Willis - 11-16-2025 1:58:04

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Pastor David gives an update on the Poland missions trip and will be preaching on “Dangerous Resolve.” In a flaky world we need to resolve to serve Jesus and live a consistent, Christian life. This message will teach you practical ways to live this out in your daily life.

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199. Selective Mutism + Hectic Holidays — Make Sure to Do THIS 17:19

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Children who speak freely at home but shut down in public aren’t being stubborn. Their capacity is getting crushed by the demands of new people, new settings, and unpredictable routines. In this episode, we break down how to build capacity using the PRIDE approach—explicitly adapted for reluctant speakers and children with selective mutism. You’ll …

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Speech Sound Disorders with Ann Kummer and Carol Koch 1:04:38

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Guests: Carol Koch, EdD, CCC-SLP, F-ASHA, BCS-CL, and Ann Kummer, PhD, MAT, CCC-SLP, F-ASHA Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/ssd-with-ann-kummer In this conversation, esteemed clinicians and educators Dr. Carol Koch, EdD, CCC-SLP, F-ASHA, BCS-CL, and Dr. Ann Kummer, PhD, MAT, CCC-SLP…

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198. Put PRIDE to Work to Improve Behavior: Evidence-Based PRIDE Skills from PCIT That Really Work 20:02

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If you serve young children with behavior challenges, this episode delivers a framework you can put to work immediately. Today, we break down the PRIDE skills: five evidence-based behavior strategies drawn from Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Teacher-Child Interaction Training (TCIT). These methods have more than 50 years of empirical s…

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Dangerous Words - Pastor Lynn Willis - 11-09-2025 2:03:03

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Today Pastor Lynn preaches a message on "Dangerous Words." Our speech reveals our relationship with the Lord, and our submission to Him and His word. Scripture says many things about the power of our words. We are responsible for what we say and, as Christ's followers, we need to realize our speech reveals the condition of our heart. Jesus said, "B…

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197. Ten Predictors of Poor Progress in Speech Therapy—and How to Turn It Around 41:24

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If you treat speech sound disorders (SSD) and you’re not seeing the gains you expect, this episode is your playbook. We cut through the noise and name the 10 research-informed predictors of slower progress—attention/self-monitoring limits, sensitive temperament, co-occurring language/working-memory load, hearing impairment (fricatives/affricates), …

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In the Midst Of The Storm - Guest Speaker Ryan Wright - 11-02-2025 2:19:34

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This service was Youth Sunday. Our Awakened Youth give a special presentation and Pastor Nick Gullickson gives a brief word on goin All-In. Also, we have a special guest speaker. Police Chaplain, Ryan Wright, speaks on being "In the Midst of the Storm."

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196. 10 Reasons to Use the ‘Look at’ Sentence Strip to Spark Speech in Autism 31:42

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If you work with children with autism who are minimally speaking, this episode is a must-listen. We’re breaking down why the “Look at” sentence strip has been a total game-changer in my therapy room—and why it consistently helps children begin to speak, connect, and comment on the world around them. After 25 years of practice, I can tell you this t…

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Augmentative and Alternative Communication with Carole Zangari 1:08:05

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Guest: Carole Zangari, PhD, CCC-SLP, ASHA-F, BCS-CL Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/aac-with-carole-zanga In celebration of AAC Awareness Month, Learning from Legends welcomes Dr. Carole Zangari, PhD, CCC-SLP, ASHA-F, BCS-CL, professor at Nova Southeastern University and long-standi…

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Boots On The Ground - Pastors Earl and Tammie Shorrocks - 10-26-25 1:47:25

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Tammie and Earl Shorrocks - Ministry Partners to Poland. This dynamic couple has the same spiritual DNA as Crossroads. They love the things of the Spirit and are open to flowing in the prophetic gifts. They assist the national church of Poland by helping train leaders for church plants. The Shorrocks have made a strategic alliance with the national…

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195. Groundbreaking Autism Study Reveals How Autism Can Develop At Any Age and How to D.S.D. 20:58

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Discover how a 2025 Nature autism study transforms early intervention in speech language pathology. Learn how family history, genetics, and executive function shape assessment, therapy planning, and lifelong communication outcomes. If you work with children with autism, this episode will change how you think about early intervention forever. A majo…

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Dangerous Secrets - Pastor David Willis - 10-19-2025 1:55:51

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Secrets can be a very dangerous thing! Secrecy can be due to being ashamed or embarrassed of something we do or have done. Our relationship with Christ is not one of those things. As a matter of fact we are called to spend time in a secret place so that we can model the Christian lifestyle to others. As believers we are called to cultivate a lifest…

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194. 5 Myths About High-Tech AAC—Debunked by Research 21:52

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If you work with minimally speaking children or children with autism, this episode is a must-listen. Speech-language pathologist Kelly Vess takes on the five biggest myths about high-tech AAC (augmentative and alternative communication)—and backs every point with current peer-reviewed research. Learn why high-tech AAC devices: ✅ Do not require self…

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A Dangerous Mind - Pastor David Willis - 10-12-2025 1:44:01

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As a believer, we are challenged with our thought life on a daily basis. Today, Pastor David speaks a powerful message entitled, “How to Develop a Dangerous Mind for Christ.” He shares biblical truths to help you overcome the lies and deception that far too many believers are ensnared by. You will not want to miss this message.…

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192. Are Final Clusters the Overlooked Key to Bigger Speech and Language Gains? 31:33

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If you work with children with speech sound disorders, this episode is a must-listen. We’re diving into cutting-edge research on final consonant clusters—a treatment target that has been largely overlooked but may unlock powerful generalization gains. For decades, evidence has shown that choosing complex targets leads to greater overall progress. N…

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Dangerous Direction - Pastor Lynn Willis - 09-28-2025 2:10:11

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Many times in our journey with the Lord, the Holy Spirit leads us into paths that are different from what we expect. This can leave us disappointed, discouraged, or even defeated. But the Lord has a purpose for our redirection! There are many examples of people in the Bible who had redirection in their lives that they didn't understand, but still o…

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4 Strategies to Build Decontextualized Language for Stronger Conversation Skills 24:28

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If you work with preschool or early elementary students, this episode is a must-listen. We’re diving into decontextualized language—a skill that’s rarely discussed but critical for literacy and academic success. Decontextualized language is when children talk about things outside the here and now—past events, future plans, ideas, feelings, and abst…

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Dangerous Design - Pastor David Willis - 09-21-2025 1:57:14

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In a world where everyone wants to tell you what you are, followers of Christ need to grasp the reality of who they are. Today we will be addressing the subject of your Dangerous Design as a Christ-follower. The Scriptures clearly state that we are “fearfully and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139:14). Knowing who you are in Christ is a powerful source o…

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190. How to Use Digital Tools to Actually Boost Language and Literacy in Preschoolers 16:44

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Are you ready to go digital the right way in your therapy sessions? Today, we’re diving into the latest systematic review research on using digital tools to improve preschoolers’ language and literacy outcomes. The evidence is clear: digital media can be a powerful tool — when it’s used intentionally. In this episode, you’ll discover five key strat…

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Neurogenic Communicative Disorders with Brooke Hallowell and Swathi Kiran 1:00:13

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Guests: Brooke Hallowell, PhD, CCC-SLP, and Swathi Kiran, PhD, CCC-SLP Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/neurogenic-communicative-disorders Join host Mary Beth Hines and co-host Renee Garrett as they celebrate ASHA's 100th anniversary by discussing aphasia and neurogenic communication…

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Dangerous Prayers - Pastor Lynn Willis - 09-14-2025 2:40:50

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Today Pastor Lynn will be preaching a message on "Dangerous Prayers!" Did you know the content of our prayers can be dangerous to the enemy? I mean, really dangerous to the enemy! In the Bible, the very first time the name of God, Jehovah Sabaoth, the Lord of Hosts or Armies, is used is during a desperate prayer by a woman for victory in a long end…

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189. AAC for Social Communication: Research, Reality, and Monday Morning Solutions 29:45

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If you work with minimally speaking children using low-tech or high-tech AAC, this episode is for you. A brand-new systematic review just dropped — but the published research is sparse, messy, and often mislabeled. Today, we’ll dig through the “recycle bin” of studies to uncover what actually works, why commenting is more powerful than requesting, …

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Dangerous Friends - Pastor David Willis - 9-7-25 2:05:04

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The Bible talks a great deal about those we associate with and how our relationships with people impacts our life, choices and actions. Today, Pastor David preaches a message on how your friendships can be used to do great things for the Lord. We also celebrate our Fall Launch and have great things to share about Crossroads with you.…

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188. Does Telepractice for Speech Sound Disorders Work? 19:11

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Is telepractice just as effective as in-person therapy for treating speech sound disorders? In this episode, we take a realistic, research-driven look at what the evidence really says about speech telepractice—and what factors determine whether it works. You’ll discover: The exact client profiles that are NOT a good fit for telepractice. The active…

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Ep. 85 Veronica Rosenthal, MS CCC-SLP, CTRI, Dark Horse Therapuetics 3:08:25

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Let us know how we're doing. Please understand that we can't reply or see your info. This week we have a pretty cool chat with Veronica Rosenthal, of Dark Horse Therapeutics. She is a speech and language pathologist, as well as a certified therapeutic riding instructor. She works with children with speech and hearing disabilities. We begin by talki…

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Special Guest Speakers - Jose and Ashley Talavera - 8-31-25 1:53:36

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Jose and Ashley Talavera spent the last 11 years as Assemblies of God World Missionaries to the country of Spain. They helped plant churches in the cities of both Granada and Málaga. In Granada their first term they started a multi-generational family ministry for both inside the church and outside reaching out to the community. In Málaga, they beg…

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187. The 3 Biggest Goal-Writing Mistakes (and How to Fix Them for Massive Speech Gains) 29:52

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Are your speech therapy goals actually creating change or just filling space on an IEP? In this episode, I share the three biggest mistakes I made in writing goals (and what to do instead). You’ll learn how to: Write measurable annual goals that track real growth. Use complex clusters and the complexity approach to accelerate progress. Show parents…

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Dangerous Resources Pt2 - Pastor Lynn Willis - 8-24-25 2:04:58

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Pastor Lynn brings Part 2 to the message called, "Dangerous Resources!" Do you know the Lord has given you all the resources you need for the assignment He has given to you? Are you aware of these resources or are you asking for something else to equip you? Do you believe you do not have enough to do what He has called you to do? When God called Mo…

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186. Speech Sound Disorder Goals Made Easy: Try This 3-Step Goal Writing Framework 19:05

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If you work with children with speech sound disorders, this episode is for you. I’m breaking down my simple 3-step method for writing speech goals that not only improve clarity but also empower parents and the entire intervention team to stay on the same page. You’ll learn how to: Use your single word standardized speech tests to track progress wit…

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Child Language with Carol Westby and Alan Kamhi 1:06:45

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Guests: Alan Kamhi, PhD, CCC-SLP, F-ASHA, H-ASHA, and Carol Westby, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-CL Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/legends-child-language Join host Mary Beth Hines and co-host Margot Kinzer for an enlightening episode of Keys for SLPs as they honor ASHA's 100th anniversary. Th…

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Dangerous Resources - Pastor Lynn Willis - 08-17-2025 2:07:33

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Pastor Lynn brings a message called, "Dangerous Resources!" Did you know the Lord has given you all the resources you need for the assignment He has given to you? Are you aware of these resources or are you asking for something else to equip you? Do you believe you do not have enough to do what He has called you to do? When God called Moses to lead…

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147. Why Isn't 'Mama' the 1st Word for Many with Autism? 16:28

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Why isn't 'Mama' a first word for many children with Autism, yet it is for their neurotypical peers? There are four underlying physiological causes for this difference. Let's dive in to explore these four reasons why 'Mama' is not just naturally developing and what we need to do differently to encourage the development of this pivotally important w…

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185. Evidence-Based Assessment & Language Intervention Strategies for Children from Economically Diverse Backgrounds 28:01

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How can speech-language pathologists determine whether a child’s communication challenges are due to a language difference or a language disorder—and then choose the most impactful language intervention strategies? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Celeste Roseberry-McKibbin, one of the leading experts in culturally, linguistically, and economical…

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60. Why Verbal Cues Hold Children Back in Speech Therapy (and What to Do Instead) 20:29

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Verbal cues may feel like the least intrusive form of prompting in speech therapy—but research and practice show they are actually the most restrictive. In this episode, I share three powerful reasons why verbal cues hold children back and why you need to fade them quickly: ✅ How verbal cues undermine self-efficacy and independence ✅ Why verbal cue…

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Dangerous Times - Pastor David Willis - 08-10-25 2:05:57

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We are daily faced with decisions that change the course of our lives and those around us. Pastor David shares a message entitled “Dangerous Times!” The message will address how we are to live in a world that has so many signs of the end times.

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184. Gestalt Language Processing Intervention: What’s Evidence-Based—and What Isn’t? Part 2 31:06

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Are you using the Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) framework in your autism intervention? This episode of The Preschool SLP pulls back the curtain on Gestalt Language Processing (GLP) and challenges you to think critically about what’s truly supported by research—and what isn't. SLPs are increasingly encouraged to adopt GLP-informed interventions…

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135. Gestalt Language Processing? Do THIS to Improve Outcomes 24:25

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This week, Kelly shares a powerful, research-driven strategy that she developed—almost by accident—that has become a game-changer in her therapy room and for countless SIS members. 🔍 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why traditional “plus one” language modeling often isn’t enough—and how to break free from the chisel-and-hammer approach. The story beh…

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Pain, Promise, Process, Purpose - Dr. Shelly Roberts - 08-03-2025 1:48:19

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Rev. Dr. Shelly Roberts is our special guest speaker at Crossroads. Dr. Shelly always brings this house a timely word that is anointed by the Holy Spirit and wisdom. Her expertise in marriage and family counseling is intertwined with her knowledge of God's Word.

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183. Assessing Language from a Gestalt Language Development Paradigm: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What to Do Monday Morning 15:51

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Are you using the Gestalt Language Processing (GLP) approach in your language assessments—or wondering if you should? In this episode of The Preschool SLP Podcast, we cut through the noise to break down what’s evidence-based, what’s not, and how to make informed, practical decisions starting Monday morning. Whether you're a speech-language patholog…

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Ep. 84 Rachel Kosmal McCart, Equine Legal Solutions 2:40:05

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Let us know how we're doing. Please understand that we can't reply or see your info. It is a complex world that we live in. I've seen horse world relationships end and things happen with disastrous consequences throughout my career. Like it or not, laws apply and understanding that world is important and necessary. This week we are talking with Rac…

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Dangerous Storms - Pastor Lynn - 07-27-2025 2:08:58

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This Sunday Pastor Lynn shares a message entitled, “Dangerous Storms!” 2025 has been a dangerous year with dangerous storms for many of us. But these storms can either be for our destruction or for our construction! Scripture describes different types of storms God's people experienced throughout history. Even Jesus experienced storms while on eart…

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182. AAC + Gestalt Language Processing: What SLPs Need to Know 25:26

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We're combining two of the most highly requested topics—Gestalt Language Processing and AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication)—into one conversation with Farwa Husain of First Phrases. We're answering some key questions about AAC + Gestalt: What do we actually know about integrating gestalts with high-tech AAC systems? What’s missing in t…

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181. Thinking About SLP Contracting? Here’s What You Need to Know First to Prevent Burnout 38:37

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Is the way you’re working… actually working? In this candid and empowering episode of The Preschool SLP, I sit down with the SLP Happy Hour host, Sarah Lockhart, to talk about what no one tells you in grad school: the path to sustainability as an SLP is rarely linear. Together, we unpack what it really takes to thrive in this field—from navigating …

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A Dangerous No! - Pastor Lynn - 07/13/2025 2:01:10

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This Sunday Pastor Lynn continues our Dangerous Sermon Series by preaching a message on the Dangerous No! The Holy Spirit has been given to us so that we can say "No!" to those things that are not in agreement with our Lord Jesus Christ. We have the power to say "No!" to the habits of our past, fleshly thoughts, and those things that come against u…

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Let's Talk Behavior: Two Game-Changing Tools to Set the Stage for Success 27:49

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If you work with or have a child with communication impairments, today's episode, dedicated to improving behavior, is a 'must-listen'. I’m pulling back the curtain and giving you access to two powerful tools straight from my SIS Membership that are helping SLPs across the country transform their therapy sessions—without burning out. Heat up your la…

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Dangerous Destiny - Missionaries Alvin and Lacey Leota - 07-06-2025 2:16:17

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This Sunday we have missionaries Alvin and Lacey Leota as our guest speakers. The Leotas are not strangers to Crossroads! They have been one of our precious missionary partners for many years and have also been a part of our "I Thirst For You" Conferences. The Leota family has a new assignment to raise up missionaries among the Oceanic people group…

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Audiology Perspectives with Jack Katz and James Hall III 1:04:33

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Guests: Jack Katz, PhD, CCC-A/SLP, and James Hall III, PhD Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/audiology-perspectives Join Mary Beth Hines, host of the 'Keys for SLPs - Learning from Legends' series, and co-host Dr. Dakota Sharp, as they celebrate ASHA's 100th anniversary by interviewin…