Theresa Richard, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S

Swallow Your Pride Podcast

The Swallow Your Pride Podcast was created with the purpose of diving deeper into the issues that speech-language pathologists face when working with patients with swallowing disorders. We’ll discuss many controversial topics in order to provide the LATEST evidence-based treatment strategies, and create a community of dysphagia clinicians who want to consume incredibly valuable insight and information. Our goal is to allow you to #swallowyourpride, and be open and willing to try the latest in evidence based treatment approaches by learning from experts and researchers in our field in order to...

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Author

Theresa Richard, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S

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Education

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Latest episode

Oct 19, 2026

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Episodes

161 – A Lesson in Neuroanatomy – Andrea Hayes M.H.A., M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S 30.11.2020

Andrea Hayes is back by popular demand to give a crash course in neuroanatomy. She shares fun and functional facts about the brain, along with practical applications for medical SLPs. She discusses embryology and neural development, neural protection, neuroanatomy, vascular supply to the brain, and cranial nerves. Listen and grab the show notes here: http://syppodcast161

160 – The SLP Role in the Emergency Department – Kelsey Day, MS, CCC-SLP & Catherine Wu, MA, CCC-SLP 19.11.2020

Kelsey Day and Catherine Wu of California Hospital Medical Center, a trauma and stroke center in downtown Los Angeles, are on the podcast to discuss the role of the SLP in the emergency room. We explore our role in the stroke population, cognitive-communication assessments, unique challenges and tips along the way. Get the show notes at https://syppodcast.com/160 This episode is sponsored by Utter...

159 – Words Matter: A Palliative Care Physician’s Perspective – Michael David Barnett MD, MS, FACP, FAAP, FAAHPM 15.11.2020

Dr. Barnett is a palliative care physician who knows a thing or two about having empathetic conversations and delivering difficult news. What’s inside this episode: -How we in healthcare make assumptions about what a patient/family know and/or want to know -How we minimize the impact of serious news -How we answer feelings with facts -How we focus on treatments rather than goals -How we shirk our...

158 – All Things PFDs and Early Intervention – Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC 09.11.2020

Michelle Dawson of the First Bite: Fed, Fun, Functional podcast talks about all things pediatric feeding disorders and early intervention. The post 158 – All Things PFDs and Early Intervention – Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

157 – Where We’ve Been & Where We’re Going – Michael Groher, Professor Emeritus, University of Redlands, ASHA Honors and Fellow 02.11.2020

Dr. Michael Groher takes a walk down memory lane and tells us about his early encounters with videofluoroscopy, electric stimulation, and modified diets. The post 157 – Where We’ve Been & Where We’re Going – Michael Groher, Professor Emeritus, University of Redlands, ASHA Honors and Fellow appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

156 – Cultural Conversations, Continued – Jordyn Carroll M.S, CCC-SLP and Chelsie Esek, M.S., CCC-SLP, FCCS 23.10.2020

Jordyn and Chelsie are alumni of a Historically Black University, practicing SLPs, roommates, and advocates for Black Indigenious and People of Color (BIPOC) in our field. The post 156 – Cultural Conversations, Continued – Jordyn Carroll M.S, CCC-SLP and Chelsie Esek, M.S., CCC-SLP, FCCS appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

155 – From SLP to MD: Dr. O’Rourke’s Journey to Laryngology – Ashli O’Rourke M.S. M.D. 20.10.2020

Dr. Ashli O’Rourke sits down with Theresa to discuss her journey from speech-language pathologist to laryngologist. The post 155 – From SLP to MD: Dr. O’Rourke’s Journey to Laryngology – Ashli O’Rourke M.S. M.D. appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

154 – Competence + Confidence: Creating a Successful Career as a Med SLP – Andrea Hayes M.H.A., M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S 08.10.2020

Theresa sits down with Andrea Hayes, acute care SLP supervisor with her BCS-S and M.H.A. degree, to discuss the tools and mindset needed to start out in the hospital setting. The post 154 – Competence + Confidence: Creating a Successful Career as a Med SLP – Andrea Hayes M.H.A., M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

153 – The Down Low on High Flow – Rory O’Bryan MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S and Candice Devlin MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S 02.10.2020

Candice Devlin and Rory O’Bryan of Duke Regional Hospital discuss oxygen therapy systems, flow versus FiO2, positive airway pressure, peer reviewed articles related to Heated Humidified High Flow Nasal Cannula and dysphagia, and guidance for clinical practice in the HHFNC population. The post 153 – The Down Low on High Flow – Rory O’Bryan MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S and Candice Devlin MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S ap...

152 – Let’s Discuss Diversity – Valerie Johnson Ph.D., CCC-SLP 26.09.2020

In this episode, Dr. Johnson talks about the need for a grassroots movement, holistic admissions process, infusing multiculturalism in our curriculums, and the differences between equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion. The post 152 – Let’s Discuss Diversity – Valerie Johnson Ph. D., CCC-SLP appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

151 – AAC in Dysphagia Therapy – Kacy Barron M.A., CCC-SLP 16.09.2020

This week on SYP, I’m talking to AAC guru, Kacy Barron, about supporting our patients with complex communication needs in conjunction with dysphagia services. BOOM! Kacy shares her holistic approach, considerations for the different levels of AAC, tips for patient & family buy-in, functions of communication to target during dysphagia therapy, her favorite strategies, and […] The post 151 – AAC in...

150 – Flexing Your Fear Muscle – Jena Castro-Casbon 09.09.2020

A candid conversation between Theresa and Jenna Castro Casbon about the businesses they’ve built and lessons learned along the way. The post 150 – Flexing Your Fear Muscle – Jena Castro-Casbon appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

149 – Paving the Way in a Pandemic – Bari Hoffman, Ph.D., CCC-SLP and Vicki Lewis, M.A., CCC-SLP 31.08.2020

Hear how one university is paving the way for other CSD programs with its creation of a new COVID-centered course in the graduate Speech Language Pathology curriculum. The post 149 – Paving the Way in a Pandemic – Bari Hoffman, Ph. D., CCC-SLP and Vicki Lewis, M.A., CCC-SLP appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

148 – A Preview: The Cultural Humility Series – Tamala H. Close, MS, CCC-SLP 20.08.2020

Theresa sits down with Tamala Close, founder of the popular Facebook page, SLP Private Practice in Color. The post 148 – A Preview: The Cultural Humility Series – Tamala H. Close, MS, CCC-SLP appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

147 – The SLP’s Role within the Psychiatric Population and Behavioral Health Unit – Michelle Bruno, M.S.,CCC-SLP 11.08.2020

We know that patients with mental health issues make up a critically underserved population in our healthcare system. But, what do we know about our role as SLPs to serve these patients? Inside this episode, Michelle Bruno will: -General considerations when working with psychiatric patients and behavioral health disorders -Looking for red flags in a […] The post 147 – The SLP’s Role within the Psy...

146 – From SLP to Entrepreneur: The EAT Bar – Tia Bagan, MS, CCC-SLP 16.07.2020

Theresa sits down with SLP-turned-entrepreneur, Tia Bagan, to discuss her story and the idea behind The EAT Bar. The post 146 – From SLP to Entrepreneur: The EAT Bar – Tia Bagan, MS, CCC-SLP appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

145 – Doing Better: A Dialogue on Diversity – Maurice Goodwin and Lauren Sharpe 11.07.2020

Theresa sits down for a candid conversation with Lauren Sharpe-Payne and Maurice Goodwin about diversity in this episode. The post 145 – Doing Better: A Dialogue on Diversity – Maurice Goodwin and Lauren Sharpe appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

144 – Christie Miller MS, MHA, MAG, CCC-SLP – SLPs in Leadership & Management Roles 03.07.2020

Christie Miller explains why many SLPs are natural born leaders, and how we can take those skills and apply them to excel in managerial positions. The post 144 – Christie Miller MS, MHA, MAG, CCC-SLP – SLPs in Leadership & Management Roles appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

143 – So you want to be a pediatric feeding specialist? THIS is where to start – Hallie Bulkin MA, CCC-SLP, COM 25.06.2020

Hallie Bulkin talks foundations of pediatric feeding and swallowing, orofacial-myofunctional therapy, tethered oral tissue, and more! The post 143 – So you want to be a pediatric feeding specialist? THIS is where to start – Hallie Bulkin MA, CCC-SLP, COM appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

142 – Promoting Dysphagia Awareness – Gabriela (Gabi) Constantinescu PhD, R.SLP, S-LP(C) 18.06.2020

June is Dysphagia Awareness Month! The Swallow Your Pride Podcast is recognizing this milestone by chatting with Dr. Gabi Constantinescu. The post 142 – Promoting Dysphagia Awareness – Gabriela (Gabi) Constantinescu PhD, R.SLP, S-LP(C) appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

141 – Cracking the Legal Code: Mobile FEES in California – Tyler Q. Dahl Juris Doctor (J.D.), California Certified Attorney, Certified Tax Coach 12.06.2020

I sit down with Tyler Dahl to discuss the legalities involved in starting a mobile FEES practice in the state of California. The post 141 – Cracking the Legal Code: Mobile FEES in California – Tyler Q. Dahl Juris Doctor (J.D.), California Certified Attorney, Certified Tax Coach appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

140 – Michelle Graham MS, CCC-SLP – COVID Real Talk: Unique Challenges & the ‘New Normal’ 29.05.2020

Michelle Graham joins us to cover all the major topics from PPE, FEES, and even SLP finances in times of COVID. The post 140 – Michelle Graham MS, CCC-SLP – COVID Real Talk: Unique Challenges & the ‘New Normal’ appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

139 -Christina Skoglind & Jessica Lasky – The Elephant in the Room: FEES during COVID-19 21.05.2020

In episode 139 of The Swallow Your Pride Podcast, we’re addressing the COVID-FEES debate head on! Listen in! The post 139 -Christina Skoglind & Jessica Lasky – The Elephant in the Room: FEES during COVID-19 appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

138 – Alexandra Brandimore Ph.D. CCC/SLP – Airway Protection: Dysphagia, Dystusssia & Tangible Treatment Tools 19.05.2020

This week’s episode is all about SLP money! Join me for a conversation with Craig Goldslager, the founder of a financial planning firm dedicated specifically to SLPs. We’ll cover: -Financial Planning During a Pandemic -The CARES Act -Where to find hidden money on your personal and business balance sheets -Taking advantage of concessions being made […] The post 138 – Alexandra Brandimore Ph. D. CCC...

137 – Lauren Barnathan M.S., CCC-SLP – From SLP to Stroke Survivor: Lauren’s Story 15.05.2020

On this episode, Lauren Barnathan, M.S., CCC-SLP tells her personal story of suffering from an ischemic CVA. The post 137 – Lauren Barnathan M.S., CCC-SLP – From SLP to Stroke Survivor: Lauren’s Story appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast .

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