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Wine with Wita

Rita Shamoun
Autism
Parenting
Mental Health
Cerebral Palsy
Neurodiversity
Early Intervention
Child Development
Disability Advocacy
ADHD
Community Support
School Readiness
Communication
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Speech Therapy
Dance Habit
NDIS
Australia
Self-Advocacy
Gut Health
Speech Pathology

Wine with Wita is Australia's leading podcast for parents navigating life with children with communication difficulties, disabilities and additional support needs. Hosted by Rita Shamoun, speech pathologist and founder of RS Speech Pathology, each episode brings together expert advice, lived experiences and real family stories. With warmth, honesty and connection, Wine with Wita helps families fee... more

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Pauline Sorell
Author of Jassy Bear; early years special educator
Author, Educator
Episode: How We Can Teach Children to Understand Autism
Maha Corbett
Founder of Swish Wellness, author, and advocate
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Episode: Raising a Child with Autism: What Communication Really Looks Like
Nat Kringoudis
Women's health expert, holistic wellness advocate, founder of Pagoda Tree
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Episode: How Stress Impacts Women’s Hormones and the Way We Parent
Lael Stone
Educator, author, speaker, advocate for emotional connection in families
Independent author/educator
Episode: Why Connection Is the Key to Raising Happier Children
Michael Sawan
Host of The Comeback Blueprint Podcast, resilience advocate
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Episode: Rebuilding Life After Cardiac Arrest, Stroke and Learning to Live Again
Carol Ramsey
Mother navigating the journey with her daughter Maddie
Parent of Maddie, Greenacres-related guest
Episode: Raising Independent, Confident Children Even When It Feels Hard and Overwhelming
Karen Burdett
CEO of Greenacres Disability Services
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Simon Alami
Father of Jayden and twin sister Renee; shared their family journey
Family of Jayden Alami
Episode: Autism Diagnosis to Teenage Years: What the Journey Really Looks Like ​
Rima Alami
Mother of Jayden; speech-language pathology background discussed in episode
Family of Jayden
Episode: Autism Diagnosis to Teenage Years: What the Journey Really Looks Like ​

Host

Rita Shamoun
Host of the show, pediatric speech pathologist and founder of RS Speech Pathology

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 119 ratings
  • Real, raw and refreshing

    Rita is a warm, thoughtful host who brings out real, honest conversations in every episode. She has a natural way of making people feel comfortable, which leads to stories that are both powerful and deeply human. Wine with Wita is more than a podcast - it’s a space for connection, reflection, and feeling understood.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John_Payne
    Australia4 months ago
  • Love Wine with Wita- highly recommend !

    As a new graduate speech pathologist, I look forward to listening to Rita’s podcasts every week. While I am not a parent, her platform helps me to empathise with and better understand the families I work with. Her podcast is truly built on creating meaningful connections with families and inspires me everyday!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elizabeth.La
    Australia4 months ago
  • Inspirational

    Wine with Wita is a unique and empowering podcast that combines casual conversation with insightful discussions about children overcoming disabilities, including speech impediments. Wita's warm and engaging style creates a welcoming atmosphere where guests share their personal stories and experiences. The podcast stands out by blending the comfort of a casual chat with the depth of meaningful topics.

    Each episode offers a blend of inspiration and practical advice, making it a valuable resource ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bazzaersdg
    Australia4 months ago
  • Samira

    I absolutely love the work you do. The way you share people’s real experiences is so engaging and genuinely meaningful. Every episode feels both inspiring and educational — there’s always something to take away. You have such a beautiful way of connecting stories and making them relatable. Keep glowing and doing what you do best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Samira khoury
    Australia4 months ago
  • So much to learn and listen to with Rita!

    I’ve been really enjoying Wine with Wita, it’s one of those podcasts that genuinely shifts your perspective.

    Her warmth comes through in every episode, paired with a depth of knowledge that feels both grounding and empowering.

    The episode exploring connection during the teenage years really stood out, it gently unpacks the complexity of adolescence for autistic children while still holding so much respect for who they are.

    What I love most is the way she speaks about autistic children with su... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nurturing Neurodiversity
    Australia4 months ago

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Rita's warmth and relatability make the show a comforting, empowering listen.
Listeners appreciate the mix of lived experiences and professional insights and often highlight the show's supportive community.
Rita is a warm, thoughtful host who brings out real, honest conversations in every episode.
Wine with Wita is a unique and empowering podcast that blends casual conversation with insightful discussions.
As a new graduate speech pathologist, I look forward to listening to Rita's podcasts every week.

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Raising a Child with Autism: What Communication Really Looks Like
Q: So clearly there's a love for Swish, and you have such a passion behind it. What was the driving force for both you and Sally to create this product for yourself, but also for women?
Maha explains that Swish products evolved from a need-based approach, starting with Super Greens born from Sally's cancer journey, and expanding into products that address practical daily health and nutrition needs for women, while advancing the wellness category with cutting-edge ingredients.
How We Can Teach Children to Understand Autism
Q: Pauline, how did you approach making Jassy Bear relatable to children who have never encountered AAC or autistic peers?
By crafting a relatable bear character, incorporating visible elements of AAC, and keeping the language simple and inclusive so siblings and peers can understand and connect with the story.
How Stress Impacts Women’s Hormones and the Way We Parent
Q: How do you help women through perimenopause, stress and holistic wellness?
Nat explains that regulating the nervous system and understanding the relationship between stress hormones and sex hormones is central, and she emphasizes practical strategies, patience, and avoiding quick-fix solutions.
An Uncle’s Perspective on Autism and the Importance of Awareness Within Cultural Communities ​
Q: What not to say or ask families with a child with autism?
Avoid intrusive judgments or 'discipline' comments; instead ask how they are doing and how you can help, or seek understanding rather than offering generic Dr. Google tips.
An Uncle’s Perspective on Autism and the Importance of Awareness Within Cultural Communities ​
Q: What advice would you give to someone from your Islander community about understanding autism?
Educate yourself, avoid assuming, and find culturally resonant ways to share stories that explain autism to elders who may be resistant or unsure.

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This show centers conversations with families navigating life alongside children with communication needs, disabilities, and other supports. It regularly blends expert guidance from clinicians with lived-family experiences, focusing on practical strategies for empowerment, advocacy, and connection. Episodes often explore parenting under stress, inclusion, early intervention, and emotional wellbeing, all delivered with warmth and an emphasis on actionable takeaways for families, educators, and professionals. A notable strength is the consistent mix of clinical insight and real-world stories from diverse families, plus the host's empathetic, down-to-earth interviewing style that makes difficult topics approachable for a broad audience.

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Wine with Wita launched 2 years ago and published 111 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Wine with Wita include:

1. Pauline Sorell
2. Maha Corbett
3. Nat Kringoudis
4. Lael Stone
5. Michael Sawan
6. Carol Ramsey
7. Karen Burdett
8. Simon Alami

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