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This is the SMARTER Literacy Podcast from Ascend SMARTER Intervention. Join us as we simplify the Science of Reading and bring you the tools and strategies to help students of all ages succeed in reading and writing. In each episode, we’ll dive into proven, research-based strategies and break down complex concepts, share actionable tips, and explore the power of literacy for every learner. Whether... more

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What does literacy intervention look like when your students are spread across microschools, homeschool co-ops, and even another continent?

In this literacy chat, we sit down with Rosemary, a licensed educator and educational therapist who has built... more

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What happens when a speech-language pathologist with hundreds of hours of literacy training still can't find a curriculum that pulls it all together?

In this literacy chat, we sit down with Vicki, an SLP whose career has taken her from Alaska to Vir... more

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What does literacy intervention look like when you start from scratch, in a studio with mini trampolines, and a background in law?

In this first literacy chat, Lindsey sits down with Natalie, co-founder of Hidden Key Literacy Specialists on the Suns... more

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Something a little different is coming to the Smarter Literacy Podcast this summer.

Over the next several weeks, we're stepping back from our regular format to share something we think you really enjoy right now: real conversations from real educato... more

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Recent Guests

Vicki Brackett
Speech-language pathologist with decades of experience in schools, clinics, and private practice
Private practice in Virginia
Episode: SMARTER Literacy Chat with Vicki Brackett
Natalie Pryor
Co-founder, Hidden Key Literacy Specialists on the Sunshine Coast
Hidden Key Literacy Specialists
Episode: SMARTER Literacy Chat: Natalie Pryor

Hosts

Lindsay
Host of SMARTER Literacy Podcast, Ascend SMARTER Intervention (and co-host in some episodes).
Kori
Host of SMARTER Literacy Podcast, Ascend SMARTER Intervention.
Corey
Host of SMARTER Literacy Podcast, Ascend SMARTER Intervention (and co-host in some episodes).

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Finally secondary!!

    I loved this podcast anyway and todays episode for secondary teachers was great!!! I signed up for your webinar!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LindaMRG
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Pod!

    I love a good research based literacy podcast, and this one fits the bill! I use their intervention freebies and visuals in my role as a special education teacher daily!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T@H2O
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thanks!

    Thanks to the both of you for supporting educators in such a wonderful way with proven and researched based data. I look forward to more podcasts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jkddata
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this team!

    I cannot wait to hear more from this incredible team - they have so many helpful tips to implement with students!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ReachingTeacher920
    United States2 years ago
  • Excited!

    This team always has wonderful content! I’m excited to hear all the helpful information in this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Krikor819
    United States2 years ago

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SMARTER Literacy Chat: Natalie Pryor
Q: What does a typical day look like in your private practice, and how does that differ from teaching in a school?
She describes flexible hours, back-to-back sessions, and a focus on tailoring instruction to individual students, with less administrative burden and a stronger emphasis on direct student outcomes.
SMARTER Literacy Chat: Natalie Pryor
Q: Can you walk us through your path from law to literacy and what motivated the shift?
She shares that after becoming a parent, she pursued education, discovered a passion for English and literacy, and saw a significant gap between students' needs and classroom support, which drew her toward one-on-one intervention.

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What is SMARTER Literacy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, research-informed series focused on literacy instruction and writing across K-12 and higher education contexts. Episodes emphasize evidence-based strategies, classroom workflows, and scalable routines—from building independent writers and editing processes to fluency, comprehension, and executive functioning. Guests range from experienced educators to SLPs and literacy coaches, sharing real-world classroom and clinical insights, hands-on activities, and PD resources designed to help teachers implement effective literacy practices, manage burnout, and sustain progress over time. Noteworthy elements include a strong emphasis on community, mentorship, and repeatable routines that connect reading, writing, and thinking across grade... more

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