Want to keep up with the research, but also keep your sanity?
Same... that's why we're here!
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!
Recent Episodes
A Very Geri Problem: Traumatic Brain Injury in Aging
A very Geri Problem: TBI (traumatic brain injury) in Aging. In this episode of we share insights on the trends of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) among older adults and their implications for our practice as speech-language pathologists. Our discussion includes an exploration of various TBI typ…
How 'bout a Quickie: Dysphagia Screeners
This week on Speech Talk, we’re breaking down two of our favorite fast and evidence-backed dysphagia screeners: the TOMASS and the Yale Swallow Protocol. If you’ve ever been buried in a busy SNF day and wished for a quick but...
The Productivi-Tea: Sipping on SNF Reality
In this episode, we spill the tea on the impact of productivity standards on moral distress in allied healthcare within skilled nursing facilities (SNFs). We share personal stories and reflect on Akyko West's research, highlighting the ethical dilemmas that arise from unrealistic expectations. Our …
DOSS It Matter? (Spoiler: Yes.)
DOSS It Matter? (Spoiler: Yes.) In this episode, Emily and Eva explore the Dysphagia Outcome and Severity Scale (DOSS), an assessment tool for quantifying swallowing disorders. They discuss the history and importance of the DOSS in bringing objectivity and consistency to dysphagia evaluations, high…
MCI...Now What?
You've tested your patient and they are sitting at a 25/30 on the MoCA. They have an MCI.. now what? In this episode, we explore mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a condition that sits between normal aging and dementia. We discuss the nuances of MCI, its subtypes, and the critical need for early …
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About the Hosts
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 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.