The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
RCSLT - Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
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 professional standards. We facilitate and promote research into the field of speech and language therapy, promote better education and training of speech and language therapists and provide information for...
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Jun 23, 2026
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RCSLT Oct 2020 policy news: latest work around Covid; key workstreams & what's inspiring about SLTs 20.10.2020 14:47
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. Derek Munn and Judith Broll of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists bring us up to date on the latest work around Covid-19 and key workstreams including mental health, dysphagia and supporting recruitment into and progression through the profession. They tell us what they find inspiring about speech and language therapists. Please b...
How Covid-19 is changing the way we work 03.10.2020 24:56
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In this episode we interview Sarah Hay, a Glasgow based SLT, on how the service she has delivered has changed and improved during the pandemic. Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.
Dr Paula Leslie on education and training, here and in the US as well as a number of other topics such as research and bioethics 21.09.2020 32:50
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In this episode we talk to Dr Paula Leslie about education and training, here and in the US as well as a number of other topics such as research and bioethics. Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.
RCSLT September 2020 policy news: Covid changes, House of Lords prescribing rights debate and more 11.09.2020 11:04
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. There's a lot to report on this month: unsurprisingly Covid issues are at the forefront including PPE, advocating for the Aerosol Generating Procedures list, rehabilitation and telehealth. Please do keep an eye on our Covid pages here to stay up to date: www.rcslt.org/learning/covid-19 Hear about the recent House of Lords debate on prescribin...
RCSLT August 2020 policy news: Covid impacts plus work in the UK and around the world 14.08.2020 9:57
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. This month we look at ongoing work from Covid-19 and how the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists is supporting services now and for the future and how it wants to find out what impact Covid has had on service users. In this episode we discover what RCSLT is up to internationally. Here are some key pieces of work which are mentioned in...
International Journal of Language and Communications Disorders 10.08.2020 28:30
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In this episode, Amit Kulkarni, head of research and outcomes at RCSLT interviews the departing editors of the International Journal of Language and Communications Disorders (IJLCD), Steven Bloch and Cristina McKean. Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.
Professor Pam Enderby, president of the International Association of Communication and Science Disorders 04.08.2020 48:32
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In today’s podcast, we interview Pam Enderby, emeritus professor of Community Rehabilitation at Sheffield University and former chair of RCSLT. Pam talks about how she became interested in SLT, her landmark case for equal pay and what she intends to do as the newly appointed president of the International Association of Communication and Science D...
RCSLT July 2020 policy chat: updates on Covid-19, Black Lives Matter, what's happening in the nations and new ways of working 17.07.2020 9:10
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In July's catch up we cover updates on Covid-19, key workstreams including Black Lives Matter and what's happening in the nations, plus some new ways of working that members are keen to hold on to. Latest update on RCSLT's Black Lives Matter work: www.rcslt.org/news/rcslt-update-…and-diversity-work Please be aware that the views exp...
RCSLT June 2020 policy chat: Black Lives Matter; Covid-19; matters happening around the four nations of the UK and the importance of involving service users. 19.06.2020 9:54
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In this month's catch up Derek Munn of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, discusses the RCSLT response around Black Lives Matter; workstreams around Covid-19; matters happening around the four nations of the UK and the importance of involving service users. For resources mentioned during the chat please see: * Black Lives Ma...
Managing a service during the Covid-19 pandemic, with Dr Hannah Crawford 04.06.2020 20:03
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In our latest interview we had the privelege of a socially-distanced chat with Dr Hannah Crawford, Professional Head of a Speech and Language Service, Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) advisor, lecturer and fellow. Hannah describes her experience as someone managing SLTs during the pandemic. She describes the range of covid-...
RCSLT May 2020 policy chat 18.05.2020 16:24
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In this month's RCSLT catch up we join Derek Munn and Judith Broll of RCSLT and reflect on how the SLT profession has swung into action in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, but also how much non-Covid work is taking place across services and through RCSLT workstreams. Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not t...
The 'What Works?' website: How to use it, how it can make your life easier & how to get involved 19.04.2020 27:47
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. Mary Hartshorne, Director of Impact at ICAN and Amit Kulkarni, Research Manager at the RCSLT, discuss the What Works? website – how to use it, how it can make your life easier, and how you can get involved! www.thecommunicationtrust.org.uk/whatworks Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.
SLT response to Covid-19 from Kamini Gadhok and Derek Munn 17.04.2020 9:22
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. Kamini Gadhok MBE, CEO and Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs, of the RCSLT, discuss how speech and language therapists are supporting the COVID-19 response and how RCSLT is adapting its ways of working to help them. They also share the work that's been going on to influence the governments in all four nations and highlight key...
Leadership in the world of speech and language therapy with Carrie Biddle 23.03.2020 33:38
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. We discuss all things leadership with Carrie Biddle, therapies clinical governance and quality lead for The Royal Cornwall hospitals Trust and SW Region AHP Leadership fellow for Health Education England. In this conversation we cover everyday leadership, leadership in a crisis such as Covid-19, different leadership styles and how SLTs' train...
All things Evidence-Based Practice with Amit Kulkarni and Dr Hazel Roddam 15.03.2020 25:33
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. Amit Kulkarni (RCSLT Research Manager) and Dr. Hazel Roddam (Reader in Allied Health Practice at the University of Central Lancashire) have fun discussing all things evidence-based practice, from the warmth of a local London cafe! RCSLT Evidence-Based Practice pages: www.rcslt.org/members/research/e…nce-based-practice Please be aware that the view...
RCSLT March 2020 policy chat with Derek Munn 13.03.2020 6:42
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. We chatted with Derek Munn about the Budget, RCSLT's 75th anniversary, parliamentary coverage and other issues in the world of politics and public affairs . Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.
Lee Ridley, AKA 'Lost Voice Guy' on getting into comedy, his challenges, and his motivations 10.03.2020 8:11
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. Lee Ridley, AKA ‘Lost Voice Guy’, and winner of Britain’s Got Talent 2018 headlined a recent gig hosted by Newcastle University’s Speech and Language Therapy Society. Lee was kind enough to spare some time before the show to have a chat with RCSLT's Director of Engagement and Communications, Rachel Purkett. He covers how and why he got into c...
Ruth Williams, Clinical Directorate Lead, reflects on leadership and influencing in her career 09.03.2020 26:30
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. Instructional Designer, Jacques Strauss, talks to Ruth Williams author of the RCSLT Influencing learning Journey. Ruth Williams is Clinical Directorate Lead at iCares, Sandwell General Hospital and is an SLT by profession. She talks about her experiences of leadership and influencing in her career. Please be aware that the views expressed are thos...
Claire Ewen, discusses the findings from her PhD research on SLT views of their work 04.03.2020 26:58
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. Claire Ewen is currently working on a PhD looking at what SLTs love in their jobs and what frustrates them and can be changed, or minimised. Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.
RCSLT February 2020 policy chat 14.02.2020 8:39
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. Derek Munn, RCSLT Director of Policy and Public Affairs, discusses RCSLT's 75th anniversary, what he loves about the profession and what's been happening in his world. Find out how to engage with your MP about the value of speech and language therapy here: rcslt.eaction.org.uk/newparliament Please be aware that the views expressed are th...
Empathy, self-care and resilience, with Ruth Williams, Clinical Directorate Lead 14.02.2020 21:53
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. We met up with Ruth Williams, Clinical Directorate Lead at iCares, in Sandwell and West Birmingham, to talk about the importance of self-care and resilience; and why it's key to consider what's going on under the surface for others. Ruth was presenting at Birmingham City University where she was talking with students. BCU students Ross,...
RCSLT January 2020 policy catch up 24.01.2020 7:39
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In his first podcast of 2020 Derek looks at what's in the Queen's Speech; the formation of a new government in Northern Ireland; workforce and 18-25 transition in Scotland; and engaging with candidates ready for the 2021 elections to the Welsh Assembly. CORRECTION: At 3:30 Derek mentions 'grants'. This should be 'loans&ap...
RCSLT December 2019 policy catch up 17.12.2019 7:39
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. Derek Munn chats with Mark Singleton about the possible implications of the outcome of last week's UK general election and other things going on in the world of politics and public affairs relating to speech and language therapy. Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.
Setting research priorities within developmental language disorder: a partnership approach 16.12.2019 22:12
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. Amit Kulkarni and Katie Chadd of the RCSLT Research Team tell us about the process RCSLT uses to establish the research priorities for the profession, this time with a spotlight on Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). To find out more about the work, visit the RCSLT website www.rcslt.org/members/research/r…iorities#section-4 or get in touch with...
Kamini Gadhok and Della Money - Reflections on the SLT profession at the cusp of a new decade 05.12.2019 25:04
Please let us know what you think of this podcast. At the cusp of the new decade Kamini Gadhok, CEO of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and Della Money, Chair of the Board, look back at the last ten years and forwards to what the future might hold. Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.
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