VoiceProEd

Yap Sesh with VoiceProEd

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Welcome to Yap Sesh —your go-to podcast for the art, science, and practice of the speaking and singing voice. Hosted by VoiceProEd co-founders Anna Diemer and Maurice Goodwin—a voice teacher and a speech-language pathologist—we’re here to yap about the lessons we’ve learned as growing voice clinicians, with the occasional hot take on professional voice training. From science to technique to the weird and wonderful quirks of the human voice we cover it all—no stuffy lectures, just good conversation. So get ready to warm up with us (your vocal folds, obviously) and settle in. Welcome to Yap Ses...

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Yap Sesh #4: Courses, Conferences, and Clubs 30.03.2025 28:43

On this episode of Yap Sesh, hosts Anna Diemer and Maurice Goodwin reflect on the tools, courses, communities, and experiences that shaped their journeys as voice clinicians. From clinician observations to book clubs, they share the resources that helped them grow—and the lessons they’re still learning. Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with insights an...

Yap Short #3: The Vocal Cool Down 23.03.2025 9:58

In this Yap Short, we explore the power of the vocal cool down—why it matters and how to do it effectively. Maurice shares three simple, go-to exercises that help release tension, support vocal recovery, and keep your voice feeling balanced after heavy use. Perfect for singers, clinicians, and anyone who uses their voice all day. Resources & Links Explore VoiceProEd: www.voiceproed.com Check o...

Yap Sesh #3: Our Performance History 16.03.2025 29:56

This week on Yap Sesh, hosts Anna Diemer and Maurice Goodwin celebrate a major milestone—the launch of their first asynchronous course, Achieving Competence as an SLP Working with Singers ! They dive into what this course offers, who it’s for, and why it’s an important step for SLPs looking to expand their skills with professional voice users. But that’s not all—this episode takes a trip down memo...

Yap Short #2: Guided Meditation for Voice Clinicians 09.03.2025 10:56

Take a deep breath and settle in for this Yap Short with VoiceProEd. We're trying something new--a quick but powerful guided meditation led by Anna and designed just for voice clinicians. Through calming affirmations, we'll help you reconnect with your purpose, release tension, and remind yourself of the incredible impact you make every day. Whether you're between sessions or windin...

Yap Sesh #2: Your Vocal Med Kit 02.03.2025 29:27

In this week’s episode of Yap Sesh, hosts Anna Diemer and Maurice Goodwin dive into the essentials of the vocal med kit, sharing insights into the tools and practices that keep voices performance-ready. They explore the vocal health routines of some of your favorite artists and reveal the contents of their own vocal care kits. The episode also includes a recap of VoiceProEd’s recent course “Bridgi...

Yap Short: Experiencing Resonance 23.02.2025 12:31

Our first Yap Short! VoiceProEd is all about encouraging voice clinicians to experience their own voice and reflect on that experience in a way that creates improved voice awareness. In this (short) episode, host Maurice Goodwin explores resonance voice techniques and common adjustments in this 12 minute episode. Resources & Links Explore VoiceProEd: www.voiceproed.com Check out our availabl...

Yap Sesh #1: How We Got Here 15.02.2025 33:51

Welcome to Yap Sesh ! In this first episode, hosts Anna Diemer and Maurice Goodwin introduce the podcast, share their journeys as voice professionals, and talk about...why Yap Sesh! . From their backgrounds in voice pedagogy and speech-language pathology to the creation of VoiceProEd , this episode dives into their mission to bridge the gap between singing voice training and clinical voice care. T...