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RCSLT - Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
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This is the official podcast of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists - RCSLT. We were established on 6 January 1945 to promote the art and science of speech and language therapy – the care for individuals with communication, swallowing, eating and drinking difficulties. We are the professional body for speech and language therapists in the UK; providing leadership and setting profes... more

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In our update this month Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the RCSLT covers:

• Big news from 2025, including RCSLT successes such as the Invest in SLT debate, Voicebox competition in Scotland, Language Launchpad an... more

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In this podcast we chat with Loretta Gasparini about the research she led on finding a robust predictor tool for persistent language disorders. The aim of this research is to  identify young children who are likely to have persisting ... more

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In our update this month Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the RCSLT covers:

• Update on the NHS in England.

• Curriculum review - our definition of oracy adopted and evidence based approach on adaptation for child... more

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Join us as we uncover the fascinating role of speech and language therapists working in awake craniotomy. We go to Birmingham to meet SLT Georgie Harrington and Mr Ismail Ughratdar, Consultant neurosurgeon to find out how they work as... more

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Recent Guests

Loretta Gasparini
PhD student at the Murdoch Children's Research Institute and the University of Melbourne.
Murdoch Children's Research Institute, University of Melbourne
Episode: IJLCD - Six questions, eight years later: identifying early predictors of language development
Donald Innes
Patient who underwent awake craniotomies
Episode: Awake craniotomy: speech and language therapists at the cutting edge
Bronwyn Hemsley
Professor of Speech Pathology at the University of Technology Sydney and Head of Discipline
University of Technology Sydney
Episode: Findings of a systematic review of interventions based on Gestalt Language Processing and Natural Language Acquisition
Lucy Bryant
Certified Practicing Speech Pathologist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Technology Sydney
University of Technology Sydney
Episode: Findings of a systematic review of interventions based on Gestalt Language Processing and Natural Language Acquisition
Anna Ekström
Senior lecturer at Linköping University with a background in cognitive science
Linköping University
Episode: IJLCD: 'It depends who I'm with' - How young people with developmental language disorder describe their experiences of language and communication in school
Olof Sandgren
Senior lecturer in Speech Language Pathology at Lund University
Lund University
Episode: IJLCD: 'It depends who I'm with' - How young people with developmental language disorder describe their experiences of language and communication in school
Mélanie Gréaux
Speech and Language Therapist and author of the RCSLT report on disabled SLTs
RCSLT
Episode: Learning from the experiences of disabled SLTs: part 1 of 2
Steve Jamieson
CEO of RCSLT
Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
Episode: RCSLT News May 2025: update from CEO Steve Jamieson, plus news of exciting policy wins
Ruth Sedgewick
Head of the Northern Ireland Office
Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
Episode: RCSLT News April 2025: focus on Northern Ireland, plus updates from around the UK

Hosts

Jacques Strauss
Host of the official podcast providing insights into speech and language therapy topics, engaging with guests to discuss various issues in the field.
Vicki Harris
Head of Learning at the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, providing expert insights and updates on the field.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Excellent Listening

    A great series of pods from College that are very listenable. As a Practice Educator it was very interesting to listen to the series of clinical placement episodes. The episode about working at Feltham is also a highlight.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leipziger WB
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Super informative podcast

    Really great podcast. Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mks20
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Interesting insight into some challenges of the SLT profession

    As a pharmacist in the NHS, it’s great to see professions discuss and intimately educate theirs peers on some of the challenges they encounter when dealing with patient care.

    It would be great to see something similar from the RPSGB

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pharm_Anthony
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Fantastic podcast.

    This is an amazing podcast. Love the content . As a mental health professional, I think this is a wonderful podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elliot the Bulldog
    United States5 years ago
  • London

    A great resource for SLTs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jacques_Strauss
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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The emphasis on personal experiences from speakers and guests has been highlighted as a strong point for relatability and emotional connection.
Listeners find the content both informative and engaging, especially noting its relevance to current practices in speech therapy.
Listeners appreciate the discussions on important policy reforms within the speech and language therapy field, indicating a desire for action and collaboration.

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IJLCD - Six questions, eight years later: identifying early predictors of language development
Q: Can you tell us more about what these questions were?
The questions include assessing grammar skills and vocabulary usage, such as whether the child says specific words or how the parent perceives the child's behavior.
IJLCD - Six questions, eight years later: identifying early predictors of language development
Q: What clinical question were you trying to answer?
We were trying to answer how we can identify young children who are likelier to have persisting language difficulties or disorder using a very quick approach that's suitable for population-wide use.
IJLCD: 'It depends who I'm with' - How young people with developmental language disorder describe their experiences of language and communication in school
Q: What does the study tell us about what therapists should be doing?
The study highlights the need for therapists to assess language abilities considering various situational factors and to engage in conversation with the affected individuals.
RCSLT November News Podcast - Irma Donaldson
Q: What challenges are you seeing in the profession at the moment?
Irma notes that the profession is facing challenges related to workforce shortages, funding, and engagement with members, which affect service delivery.
RCSLT November News Podcast - Irma Donaldson
Q: What is your vision for the Rcslt and for the speech and language therapy profession more broadly?
Irma envisions increased public awareness of what speech and language therapists do, which would help attract a diverse workforce and improve service delivery.

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Focused on the professional development and issues facing speech and language therapists, this content emphasizes both clinical and policy-related discussions within the field. Key topics include the identification and treatment of developmental language disorders, innovations in speech therapy, and the evolving role of speech and language therapists in various medical and educational contexts. Noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to highlighting individual experiences through interviews with a variety of professionals, including therapists, researchers, and patients, which may resonate with a broader audience interested in healthcare and therapy. The podcast serves not only as an informative platform for practitioners but also aims to ra... more

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1. Loretta Gasparini
2. Donald Innes
3. Bronwyn Hemsley
4. Lucy Bryant
5. Anna Ekström
6. Olof Sandgren
7. Mélanie Gréaux
8. Steve Jamieson

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