Best Chris Bugaj Podcasts (2025)

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Saffron Murphy-Mann, Helen Hewson, and Andrea Sharples: Insights from Communication Matters 2024 1:13:34

1d ago1:13:34

1:13:34

This week, we Share Chris’s interview with Saffron Murphy-Mann, Helen Hewson, and Andrea Sharples! Saffron Murphy-Mann is a specialist AAC teacher with a background in music, working in both mainstream and specialist settings to support young AAC users in accessing education and demonstrating their knowledge. Helen Hewson is an AAC user born with c…

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TWT Live: Vibes of AAC 1:00:31

16d ago1:00:31

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This week, we present our TWT Live episode, “Vibes of AAC”! TWT Live episodes include interactions with the audience, including feedback and questions. This week, Chris and Rachel discuss the critical role of modeling language for AAC users, emphasize the importance of coaching communication partners, and highlight the significance of fostering a m…

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Dr. May Aguis: Breaking Barriers to AAC in Malta 1:10:27

23d ago1:10:27

1:10:27

This week, Chris interviews Dr. May Aguis! Dr. Aguis is a speech and language therapist with the National Assistive Technology Team in Malta!, She is also involved with the World Health Organization as a member of their Assistive Technology Advisory Group, and serves as a lecturer at the University of Malta. Dr. Aguis shares about her doctoral work…

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Sam Brydon: AAC Coaching Strategies for Parents, Teachers, and Staff 1:29:28

30d ago1:29:28

1:29:28

This week, we share Chris’s interview with Dr. Sam Brydon! Dr. Sam Brydon is a speech-language pathologist and researcher based in New Zealand who works with Torque Link, a nonprofit that conducts AAC assessments and provides support and training across the country. She balances this role with efforts to disseminate her doctoral research, which foc…

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Ceanna MacGregor & Melanie Boyle: Building Connection through AAC Professional Learning Networks 1:14:06

1M ago1:14:06

1:14:06

This week, we share Chris’s interview with Ceanna MacGregor and Melanie Boyd! Ceanna is an AAC specialist and teacher working with CALL Scotland, an organization that supports staff and pupils in overcoming barriers related to assistive and communication technologies. Melanie Boyd is an AAC consultant who runs her own consultancy called Communicati…

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Owen McGirr: Software Developer, Advocate, and Adaptive Switch User 56:39

1M ago56:39

56:39

This week, Chris interviews Owen McGirr (enaboapps.com), a software developer who is a passionate advocate for accessibility in technology! Living with cerebral palsy and using adaptive switches himself, Owen has dedicated his career to creating tools that empower people with disabilities. His innovations include apps like Switchify (switchifyapp.c…

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TWT Live: ArkSHA Conference 2024 (Part 2) 50:49

2M ago50:49

50:49

This week, we share Part 2 of Chris and Rachel’s TWT Live episode recorded at the 2024 Arkansas Speech and Hearing Association! In this half of the episode, they share about modeling, teaching AT tools, strategies to support language development, and more! Before the interview, Rachel shares about her experience teaching her grandmother to use a sc…

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TWT Live: ArkSHA Conference 2024 (Part 1) 46:46

2M ago46:46

46:46

This week, we share Part 1 of Chris and Rachel’s TWT Live episode recorded at the 2024 Arkansas Speech and Hearing Association! The episode touches on several topics, including using AI to analyze language from Gestalt Language Processors, getting buy in from teachers, and more! Before the interview, Chris and Rachel discuss the some of the controv…

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Chris, Melissa, and Maggie Bugaj: "Out of My Mind" Reflections 51:04

3M ago51:04

51:04

In this episode of Talking with Tech, Chris, Melissa, and Maggie Bugaj reflect on the Disney+ movie Out of My Mind! This film centers around a young AAC user with cerebral palsy, and has sparked a lot of conversations about AAC online. The Bugaj family talks about how we can take the popularity of this movie to continue and share the message of inc…

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“How To Achieve A Successful Body Transformation” - Martin and Chris, deep dive! 1:41:55

3M ago1:41:55

1:41:55

In today's episode of Trust The Process podcast, I’m joined by our newest team member, Coach Chris, as we dive into the key ingredients for a successful body transformation. From training strategies to nutrition tips and mindset shifts, we’re breaking it all down to help you crush your goals. Let’s get started!…

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Kristen Hughes & Amy Kennedy: Building a Collaborative AAC Framework in Schools to Streamline Selection, Support, and Success 1:25:54

4M ago1:25:54

1:25:54

This week, we share Chris’s interview with Kristen Hughes and Amy Kennedy! Kristen and Amy both work for Baldwin County Public Schools; Kristen as a speech-language pathologist and Amy as a special education resource consultant. Kristen is also a parent of a six-year-old son who uses AAC. Kristen is transitioning into a new role as an AAC specialis…

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"Unstoppable: How Daniel Lost 44 Pounds While Balancing Fatherhood, Caregiving, and a Full-Time Job" 1:11:49

4M ago1:11:49

1:11:49

In today’s episode, I’m joined by our incredible coaching client, Daniel, who achieved remarkable results by losing 44 pounds of body fat and getting into the best shape of his life. What makes Daniel’s journey truly inspiring is that he’s a father of six, a full-time caregiver for his wife after her tragic accident, and holds down a full-time job.…

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Exploring AI’s Impact on Storytelling and Learning: A Dive into Notebook LM 43:27

4M ago43:27

43:27

This week, Chris and Rachel share about NotebookLM.google.com, an AI website that will do things like create an actual “podcast episode” about an uploaded document or webpage! Chris and Rachel share some of the things they have created with this tool and ideas about how to quickly create engaging materials for your students. Key Ideas this Week: 🔑 …

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"From Setback to Strength: Eduardo's 41lb Weight Loss and Life Transformation" 42:51

4M ago42:51

42:51

Welcome to another episode of *Trust The Process* with Martin Bugaj! Today, we have the incredible story of Eduardo, a man who has truly transformed his life over the past six months. Going from 196lbs down to 155lbs and losing 41lbs of body fat, Eduardo’s journey is not just about losing weight; it's about reclaiming his health and vitality after …

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Anand & Amanda Murthy: Advocacy and Hope in the Face of Infantile Spasms 58:57

5M ago58:57

58:57

This week, we share Rachel’s interview with Anand (@anandmurthy) and Amanda Murthy (@amandajanemurthy)! Anand and Amanda’s son, Maverick, is affected by infantile spasms, a rare form of epilepsy. Maverick has undergone multiple brain surgeries and faced numerous challenges related to his condition. Anand and Amanda share about their journey to rais…

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"Unexpected turn of events: A serious ski accident disrupts Garrett’s progress.” 48:08

5M ago48:08

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In today’s episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with our online coaching client Garrett, who traveled to London all the way from California to discuss and share his experience of his weight loss journey on our program. Garrett started with us back in May 2023 at 222 pounds, and had a goal of getting down to 200 pounds. By August 2023, just …

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"From Obesity to Opportunity: Arthur's Journey to Health and Family" 59:01

5M ago59:01

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Today, we’re diving into the remarkable journey of Arthur, a finance professional from New York who faced a turning point that many can relate to. At 40, Arthur found himself grappling with being diagnosed as obese and a growing list of health concerns, including new prescriptions and medication from his doctor. With a six-year-old and a newborn on…

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Jaclyn Lewis & Jessica Gerth: Supporting Communication and Inclusion with Tabletop Gaming 1:16:23

5M ago1:16:23

1:16:23

Jessica Gerth and Jaclyn Lewis This week, we share Chris’s interview with Jessica Gerth and Jaclyn Lewis! Jessica (@chaoscommunicationconverse) is a speech pathologist who utilizes TTRPGs to enhance communication and social skills among her students. Jaclyn (@wranglerofchaos) is a writer, youth worker, and game master who wrote "Rolling with the Yo…

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"From Frustration to Transformation: Randall's 40-Pound Success Story’ 50:58

5M ago50:58

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In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Randall, our online client based in Sacramento, US, who joined our online transformation program because he was fed up of forever trying to get in shape without any good results to show for it. He tried different training methods and diets only to find himself in a place where after dropping a fe…

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Amanda Diekman: Lowering Parental Demands to Increase Connection and Calm 59:03

5M ago59:03

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This week, we share Rachel’s interview with Amanda Diekman! Amanda (@lowdemandamanda)is an autistic adult and parent of three neurodivergent children who advocates for a shift away from traditional parenting models that prioritize control and demands. She suggests that accommodating children's needs and reducing expectations can foster better emoti…

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" London based lawyer JJ and his 30 Lbs fat loss journey!" 1:01:36

5M ago1:01:36

1:01:36

Today we have a truly inspiring guest: JJ, a London-based lawyer who faced an uphill battle in his fitness journey. For years, he threw himself into weight training, CrossFit, and various diets, yet nothing seemed to yield the results he was after. Feeling defeated and self-conscious, JJ even found himself wearing shirts on the beach on holidays, a…

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Brianna Hughes & Tiffany Rezvani: Creating a Free AAC Screening Tool 36:29

5M ago36:29

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This week, we interview Brianna Hughes and Tiffany Rezvani! Brianna and Tiffany are Speech-Language Pathologists and AAC Specialists based in Northern California. They share all about the free AAC screening tool they created, called AAC Screening, that helps educators and clinicians efficiently identify students who may benefit from AAC devices! Be…

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Marnina Allis & Marisa Portanova: Empowering Communication & Collaboration at Blythedale Children's Hospital 1:07:52

6M ago1:07:52

1:07:52

This week, Chris interviews Marnina Allis and Marisa Portanova, two speech-language pathologists at Blythedale Children’s Hospital, the only independent specialty children’s hospital in New York State! Marnina and Marisa share about their role on the core assistive technology (AT) team, ideas for supporting AAC users and their families outside the …

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“Beyond The Limits: Sam’s Journey from Doubt to Success” 1:27:52

6M ago1:27:52

1:27:52

In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Sam, a client of ours who took a leap of faith and committed to his own well-being by joining our online coaching program. Sam had battled with self-doubt and a lack of confidence for some time, unsure if he could ever achieve the body transformation he desired. His journey was further com…

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Amy Mayer, Judy Schoonover, Remi Moran, & Tiffany Zaugg: Small Talks VIII 38:24

6M ago38:24

38:24

This week, we share a series of “Small Talks,” e.g. short recordings (less than 15 minutes) about a single topic of interest with guests Amy Mayer, Judy Schoonover, Remi Moran, and Tiffany Zaugg! Before the Small Talks, Rachel discusses presenting ant an online autism summit about some of the fundamentals of AAC. Meanwhile, Chris shares about recor…

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"Turning Point: Nick's Inspiring Journey from Loss to Lifelong Health" 1:11:27

6M ago1:11:27

1:11:27

In this episode, we sit down with Nick, a client of ours who made the life-changing decision to join our online coaching program after reaching a pivotal moment in his life. Nick found himself at a crossroad after turning 40, having recently lost his father to a heart condition. With a history of heart issues in his family, Nick knew he needed to m…

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"Unleashed: Jim's Journey to Peak Performance, Overcoming Obstacles, and Achieving Optimal Health and Fitness!" 57:16

6M ago57:16

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Today, we have a great guest whose journey embodies the essence of personal growth and physical transformation. Meet Jim, a business coach who transitioned from corporate America to entrepreneurship, driven by passion to help executives rediscover their purpose and align with their core values to excel as leaders. Jim's decision to join our coachin…

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"Transformed: The Remarkable Fat Loss Journey of Dr Miguel Vidal, the Boston Dentist Who Shed 62lbs and Transformed His Life!" 1:07:07

6M ago1:07:07

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In this inspiring episode, we have a special guest who has truly transformed his life through dedication, hard work, and the power of online coaching. Meet Dr Miguel, a devoted father of two and a busy prosthodontist running a dental clinic in Boston, US. Miguel's journey to health and fitness wasn't an easy one. Struggling with deteriorating physi…

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Carole Zangari, Tabi Jones-Wohleber, Rachel Langley, & Michaela Ball: The "Stepping Into AAC" Project 1:03:39

6M ago1:03:39

1:03:39

This week, Rachel and Chris interview the superstar members of the “Stepping Into AAC” project - Carole Zangari, Tabi Jones-Wohleber, Rachel Langley, and Michaela Ball! The “Stepping Into AAC” team shares about the core mission of the project: to introduce people to AAC, to guide them through the early months of using these new communication tools …

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Recast: Rachel Dorsey: Taking a Neurodiversity-Affirming Approach to Therapy 1:03:33

7M ago1:03:33

1:03:33

This week, we present a Recast episode of Rachel's interview with Rachel Dorsey, an amazing autistic SLP who teaches courses on neurodiversity and goal writing. Recast episodes are previous episodes of TWT that Chris and Rachel want to highlight. In this Recast, Rachel Dorsey shares her perspectives on neurodiversity, how to help shift the perspect…

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Recast: Rebecca Moles: Preventing Abuse and Neglect With AAC 55:26

7M ago55:26

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This week, we present a Recast of Chris’s interview with Dr. Rebecca Moles! Recast episodes are previous episodes from the early days of TWT that Chris and Rachel want to highlight! In this Recast, Dr. Moles shares the importance of communication and AAC in preventing child abuse, the categorization of abuse types, the need for educators to equip c…

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Recast: Talking with Tech Roundtable: Early Intervention & AAC 34:42

7M ago34:42

34:42

This week, we present a Recast of a previous “roundtable discussion” between Rachel, Chris, and previous host Lucas Stuber on early intervention and AAC! (Note: Recast episodes are episodes from the early days of TWT that Chris and Rachel want to highlight again). In this episode, Rachel shares her experiences with using AAC with very young childre…

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Recast: Kathy Howery: Understanding the Lived Experiences of AAC Users 47:53

8M ago47:53

47:53

This week, we share a “Recast” of Chris’s interview with Kathy Howery! “Recast” episodes are episodes from the early days of Talking with Tech (with improved audio) that share important ideas Chris and Rachel want to highlight! Kathy is an AAC specialist, researcher, and educational consultant from Alberta, Canada who emphasizes the importance of u…

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Caroline Woeber: Supporting AAC Users with Angelman Syndrome 1:13:02

8M ago1:13:02

1:13:02

This week, Chris interviews Caroline Woeber! Caroline is an SLP specializing in AAC at Children’s Hospital Colorado, including working at their Angelman/Chromosome 15 Disorder clinic. Caroline shares all about supporting communication and AAC in the hospital environment, training parents and caregivers about AAC, identifying next steps when teachin…

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Benjamin Gibbs: Interviewing Chris Bugaj for a Master's AT Program 1:46:20

8M ago1:46:20

1:46:20

This week, Chris is interviewed by Benjamin Gibbs! Benjamin is a student at George Mason University studying Assistive Technology who is completing a school project interviewing Chris, and Chris asked if the conversation could go on the podcast! Ben has cerebral palsy that affects his walking gait and verbal speech. He uses a combination of verbal …

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Amy Mayer: Engaging Students and Driving Inclusivity with EdTech Tools 1:21:02

8M ago1:21:02

1:21:02

This week, we share Chris’s interview with Amy Mayer! Amy is the founder and CEO of friEdTech (https://friedtechnology.com/), a company that provides educational technology (EdTech) professional development for educators. Amy talks about her recent book, Beyond Worksheets, which provides resources for teachers to utilize EdTech tools and to inclusi…

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Karina Carter & Nicole Young: Teaching Language to AAC Users with Horses 59:02

9M ago59:02

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This week, we share Rachel's interview with Karina Carter and Nicole Young! Karina Carter is a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) at Children’s TheraPlay, where horses are used therapeutically to support children with disabilities and/or unique needs, including complex communicators! Nicole is the mother of TY, an AAC User who is one of Karina’s cli…

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Elisa Wern - The Importance of Including OTs During AAC Consideration & Implementation 1:01:25

9M ago1:01:25

1:01:25

This week, we share Rachel’s interview with the amazing Occupational Therapist (OT) Elisa Wern! Along with being a school-based OT, Elisa speaks and writes about issues related to AAC and OT, including that OTs can have a critical role in the AAC consideration and implementation process! Elisa shares ideas for supporting students with sensory proce…

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Fairfax County Public Schools AT Team: Celebrating the Life of AAC Specialist Jeff Powers 1:21:13

9M ago1:21:13

1:21:13

This week, we present Chris’s interview with some of the Fairfax County Public Schools AT Team: Jeff Sisk, Meaghan Tracy, Jennifer Carr, Ashley Kiley, and Colleen Kalamajka! They gather to share about the life of AAC/AT Specialist Jeff Powers, who passed away in 2023. They celebrate some of the many things he brought to his work with AAC, including…

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Yoosun Chung: Honoring an AAC User's Chosen Form of Communication 42:17

9M ago42:17

42:17

This week, we share Chris’s interview with Dr. Yoosun Chung, former president of USSAAC, activist, professor at George Mason University, and AAC user! Dr. Chung shares about her journey from South Korea to the United States to learn English and pursue higher learning, her first introduction to high-tech AAC as a doctoral student in assistive techno…

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Chantelle Hutchinson: Supporting Adult AAC Users with Acquired Brain Injuries 1:08:07

10M ago1:08:07

1:08:07

This week, we share Rachel’s interview with Chantelle Hutchinson (@dysphagiacommunity)! Chantelle is a Speech-Language Pathologist who works with adults with acquired brain injury and progressive neurological conditions. She shares about some of the factors that make working with clients with acquired brain injuries, like traumatic brain injury (TB…

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Tiffany Joseph (Part 2): The Use of Gestalts in Acquiring Language as a Part-Time AAC User 1:11:01

10M ago1:11:01

1:11:01

This week, we share part two of Rachel’s interview with Tiffany Joseph! Tiffany is an autistic mother of three neurodivergent teens, as well as an educator, advocate, and a part-time AAC User with inconsistent verbal speech. She shares about her experience as a gestalt language processor, how she thinks AAC could help students mitigate their gestal…

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Tiffany Joseph (Part 1): Educating and Supporting AAC Users as a Part-Time AAC User 1:00:44

10M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

This week, we present Part 1 of Rachel’s interview with the amazing Tiffany Joseph (@nigh.functioning.autism)! Tiffany is an autistic mother of three neurodivergent teens, as well as an educator, advocate, and a part-time AAC User with inconsistent verbal speech. She explains more about situations when verbal speech becomes difficult, the ways that…

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Bob Sagoo: Empowering an AAC User as a Parent 1:03:14

10M ago1:03:14

1:03:14

This week, Chris and Rachel interview Bob Sagoo! Bob is the father of Harchie, an 18-year-old young man with cerebral palsy who uses an AAC device with eye tracking to communicate (along with other modalities). Bob shares about Harchie’s AAC journey, Bob’s work to get Harchie mainstreamed in school, Harchie going to college, and more! Before the in…

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Beth Moulam & Joanna Holmes: Recognizing AAC Users as Multimodal Communicators 1:19:55

11M ago1:19:55

1:19:55

This week, we hear Chris’s interview with Beth Moulam and Joanna Holmes! Beth is a master student, former Paraolympian, a Trustee of Communication Matters (a branch of ISSAC), and patron of a charity called One Voice. She is a multi modal communicator who often uses AAC devices to communicate. Joanna (@mummyvsaac on Instagram) is the mother of Lucy…

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Daniel O'Connor & Bradley Heaven: Creators of All Access Life, an Adaptive Product Nonprofit 1:01:15

11M ago1:01:15

1:01:15

This week, Chris interviews Daniel O’Conner and Bradley Haven of All Access Life! All Access Life is a nonprofit that showcases the latest trends and movements in adaptive products and assistive technologies on their website allaccesslife.org. Daniel & Bradley share about how they met when Daniel was Bradley's Aide in high school (Bradley has nonve…

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Breea Rosas: Neurodivergent Affirming Practices for School-Based Practitioners 1:20:29

12M ago1:20:29

1:20:29

This week, we share Rachel’s interview with Breea Rosas! Breea is a school psychologist who works with educators on how they can implement neurodiversity affirming practices and neurodiversity affirming psychoeducation! Breea shares about the neurodiversity affirming approach and three key areas she works with educators and practitioners to address…

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Kelley Coleman - Pushing Back Against an Incorrect AAC Evaluation 1:14:40

12M ago1:14:40

1:14:40

This week, Rachel interviews Kelley Coleman, speaker, author, and advocate! Kelley talks about her family’s AAC journey and her role as the mother of Aaron, a complex communicator in the 4th grade who uses AAC to communicate. She shares about her new book, Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child, as well as some of the high- an…

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Heidi Rabe - Supporting Switch Use for Clients with Complex Physical Needs 55:33

12M ago55:33

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This week, Rachel interviews Heidi Rabe, an SLP who specializes in supporting AAC users with complex bodies who use switches and scanning to communicate! Heidi shares a wealth of information about scanning and switches, including how to evaluate if a student needs a switch, working with PT/OT to find the right switch spot, using partner-assisted sc…

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Caitlin Armstrong: Writing a Persuasive AAC Initiative Proposal for School District Admins 59:08

1y ago59:08

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This week, Chris has a discussion with Caitlin Armstrong, an SLP in New Hampshire who contacted Chris asking about writing up an AAC Initiative proposal for her K-5 school district! Chris breaks down how she should approach the mission statement, ideas for making a more persuasive argument, and things to avoid (e.g. too much research up front). Bef…

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