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The Untethered Podcast™

Hallie Bulkin
Pediatric Feeding Therapy
Myofunctional Therapy
Pediatric Feeding
Airway Health
Tongue Tie
Feeding Therapy
Tethered Oral Tissues
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Speech-Language Pathology
Orthodontics
Holistic Health
Feed the Peds
Oral Health
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
Airway
Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders
Mouth Breathing
Breastfeeding
Sleep Apnea

Hosted by Hallie Bulkin, a Certified Myofunctional Therapist™ (CMT®), Feeding Specialist and Speech Therapist, The Untethered Podcast™ focuses on the latest research and clinical evidence in Myofunctional Therapy, Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs, AKA Tongue Tie, etc), Airway and Pediatric Feeding. Produced with both providers and parents in mind, episodes include interviews with experts, personal stor... more

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When a baby suffers from persistent crying, gas, or feeding struggles, parents are routinely told that "colic" is just something infants outgrow. But true clinical care recognizes that colic is not a final diagnosis—it is a clear physiological cry fo... more

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It’s easy to fall into the trap of collecting CEUs just to renew a license or chasing course discounts, but taking a class doesn't automatically equal gaining clinical competence. With countless courses available in pediatric feeding and myofunctiona... more

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Just because a clinical intervention falls within your legal scope of practice does not automatically mean you possess the clinical competence to execute it safely and effectively. In a field as fast-evolving as pediatric feeding, airway health, and ... more

Healthcare is undergoing a radical paradigm shift. For orthodontists, pediatric therapists, and airway specialists, delivering transformative patient care requires moving far beyond basic mechanical interventions to treat the whole patient - and thei... more

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Kate Kurzhal
Speech-language pathologist specializing in pediatric feeding, myofunctional therapy and airway-centric care
Ripple Effect Pediatric Therapy
Episode: Colic Isn’t the Whole Story: Reading the Feeding and Airway Clues with Kate Kurzhal
Catherine Murphy
Orthodontist, practice consultant and advocate for holistic, patient-centered healthcare
Episode: Connect Before You Correct: Rethinking Patient-Centered Care with Dr. Catherine Murphy
Samy Hernandez
Speech-language pathologist specializing in pediatric feeding disorders and orofacial myofunctional disorders
B Well Tots, Philadelphia
Episode: What I Was Missing in Feeding Therapy: ARFID, Airway, and Myo with Samy Hernandez
Mackenzie Shiba
Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist, Certified Myofunctional Therapist, founder of Communication Blooms Speech Therapy
Communication Blooms Speech Therapy; The Blooms Blueprint
Episode: Oral Motor and Airway Red Flags in the First Two Years with Mackenzie Shiba
Shay Bollman
Licensed speech language pathologist; certified pediatric feeding therapist; certified lactation counselor
Independent practitioner (Shay Bollman)
Episode: What’s Really Driving the Feeding Challenge? Looking Beyond the Symptoms
Dr. Ariel Grobman
Board-certified otolaryngologist
South Florida ENT practices
Episode: Beyond Tonsils & Adenoids: Digging Deeper Into the Pediatric Airway
Jeannie Nelson
Founder of Breathe Eat Sleep Talk, speech-language therapy practice
Breathe Eat Sleep Talk
Episode: Beyond the Appliance: How MARPE Changes Breathing, Sleep, Speech, and Function
Svetlana Mehlman
Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in pelvic health, pregnancy/postpartum care, and related therapies
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Episode: The Hidden Link Between the Pelvic Floor, Breathing & Constipation
Dr. Leslie Pasco
Founder and president of MyoWay Centers for Kids
MyoWay Centers for Kids
Episode: Mouth Breathing vs. Nasal Breathing: Changing Lives Through Early Airway Intervention

Host

Hallie Bulkin
Host of The Untethered Podcast™, Certified Myofunctional Therapist (CMT), Feeding Specialist and Speech Therapist

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 152 ratings
  • A {MUST} listen

    Hallie’s passion for all things myo, TOTS, and PFDs is contagious!!! She shares the evidence that most of us (SLPs) didn’t know existed because of outdated teachings and practices from grad school. She uses both her personal and professional experience and is so relatable!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TNWest1993
    United States4 years ago
  • The most valuable resource for parents navigating TOTs and OMDs

    After a year of my baby not sleeping more than an hour or two at a time, I finally found Hallies Podcast when she was a guest on another podcast I follow. She talked about the red flags of sleep issues, and I finally felt like it all made sense. I’m so grateful for the educational resource that this podcast is, because it made me a much more informed parent, and I was able to effectively advocate for the care my child needs. I was dismissed by numerous well meaning providers, but now, with the i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lexi Roos123
    United States4 years ago
  • Always a great listen!

    As a provider in this space, I appreciate the quality and content of each episode. Hallie keeps things fun while also delving into the technical without losing flow. I like hearing about myo and feeding from so many perspectives and I enjoy the atmosphere of sharing and collaboration. I highly recommend to new and seasoned practitioners as well as parents who are trying to navigate myofunctional concerns for their families. Keep it up, Hallie!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    karindyokorr
    United States4 years ago
  • So informative, up-to-date, and spot on!

    I love Hallie’s podcast, it’s truly one of my favorites! She always encourages parents and professionals to get to the root cause, which is often but not always a tongue restriction. She preaches a team approach to best help her clients and those who are listening to the podcast reach their fullest potential. I just want to say “Amen” like every two minutes when I’m listening, it’s just so good! I’m very thankful she puts the time and energy into this endeavor because it’s a ton of work! Thanks ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Richard Baxter DMD, MS
    United States5 years ago
  • A must-listen podcast!

    I can’t sing Hallie’s praises enough! She is a phenomenal clinician who is bringing so much needed education to the world of pediatric feeding! Every one of her podcast episodes is enlightening and invigorating to me as a provider in this field, and also as a mom to three kids who’ve had their own TOTs journeys and a husband with an OMD. Definitely give her episodes a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caitlin LMS
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the host for evidence-based, practical insights into pediatric feeding and TOTs.
Fans value the multidisciplinary guest roster and actionable takeaways for clinics and families.
Listeners appreciate the clear, engaging presentation and real-world applicability of episodes.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Colic Isn’t the Whole Story: Reading the Feeding and Airway Clues with Kate Kurzhal
Q: So say more about that. Tell me your thoughts on that, because I know I can see just from your face, you're like, oh, I've got so many thoughts about this.
In response to the discussion of wait-and-see care, Kurzhal recommends getting referrals and specialist input rather than delaying evaluation. She shares how seeking physical therapy for her daughter's delayed crawling led to progress before her first birthday.
Colic Isn’t the Whole Story: Reading the Feeding and Airway Clues with Kate Kurzhal
Q: What made you want to get trained instead of just taking your child to a myotherapist and having them treated?
Kurzhal wanted to understand the root causes she had seen in her own child and earlier clinical work, and to help families recognize concerns beyond speech sounds.
Connect Before You Correct: Rethinking Patient-Centered Care with Dr. Catherine Murphy
Q: So why do I not like the term airway?
Murphy says the term can be unclear to families and can encourage an overly narrow focus on measurements. She prefers patient-centered care that considers the whole child and family, including function, regulation and circumstances, rather than relying on fixed numbers.
Connect Before You Correct: Rethinking Patient-Centered Care with Dr. Catherine Murphy
Q: What that has looked like for you, what you're doing around that?
Murphy says burnout can stem from the demands of adopting a whole-patient approach, ongoing learning, collaboration, family stress and clinicians' own trauma. She recommends mentorship, clear goals, support and boundaries, and notes that there is no single treatment or course that solves every case.
Why Your CFY Doesn’t Prepare You for Feeding Therapy (And What Actually Does)
Q: What changed for you after discovering Feed The Peds and taking related training?
The training helped me see the bigger picture of typical vs atypical development, provided a clear framework for assessment and treatment, and gave me practical tools I could apply immediately, which rebuilt my confidence and motivation.

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The show centers on pediatric feeding, airway health, and orofacial myology, blending clinician expertise with personal parent stories. Across episodes, listeners hear evidence-based discussions on tongue-tie, airway, sleep, and feeding, with practical frameworks for screening, assessment, and multidisciplinary care. Noteworthy traits include a strong emphasis on integrated care, interdisciplinary referrals, and real-world coaching for clinicians and families. The host often guides conversations with guest experts from SLP, OT, dentistry, PT, and medical fields, while also sharing actionable tips for parents navigating treatment paths. Potential listeners who value clinically grounded, collaborative approaches to TOTs, Myofunctional Therapy... more

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2. Catherine Murphy
3. Samy Hernandez
4. Mackenzie Shiba
5. Shay Bollman
6. Dr. Ariel Grobman
7. Jeannie Nelson
8. Svetlana Mehlman

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