Some Stutter, Luh!

Description:In our third Persian episode in Some Stutter, Luh! podcast we welcome Ali Akbar Afzhuland, a 25-year-old engineer from Iran who has stuttered since middle school. He discusses societal misconceptions, the importance of awareness, and his experiences with different types of treatments. For anyone navigating a similar journey or seeking greater understanding of stuttering, this episode offers invaluable insights and encouragement. Join us in creating a more informed and accepting society where everyone's voice is valued!Notes:In this episode, Ali Akbar reflects on how stuttering affected his life, especially in school and university, where a lack of awareness often made the situation worse. Ali Akbar recounts his initial attempts at self-treatment using traditional methods before discovering the Iran Stuttering Association. He emphasizes the importance of professional speech therapy, highlighting that he has seen significant improvements through this approach, despite still experiencing some stuttering. He emphasizes the need for society to treat people who stutter normally and highlights the impact of raising awareness to foster a more inclusive and supportive environment. He believes that stuttering has helped him become a reader, build meaningful friendships, and develop a more social life.#newfoundlandandlabrador #iran #persian #podcast #stuttering #stutteringawareness #support #stammering

Description:In this special episode, Carolina and Sang, a long-distance couple in their mid-40s who both stutter, return to Some Stutter, Luh! for their fifth episode and third Valentine's special. As they celebrate nearly six years together, they reflect on the importance of communication, trust, and mutual support in their relationship. They share insights into navigating love and life with a stutter, inspiring confidence and openness in others. Join us to explore how their six-year journey proves that love speaks louder than words, no matter how we communicate!Notes:Carolina and Sang, returning guests to Some Stutter, Luh! podcast, discuss how they nurture their relationship through honesty, emotional support, and choosing trusted confidants. Carolina shares how Sang became her rock during her father's hospitalization, while Sang emphasizes frequent check-ins and humility in strengthening their bond. Their love story began at a National Stuttering Association conference, where years of crossing paths led to a meaningful connection. They go on to speak about love, trust, and emotional security in relationships, particularly in long-distance partnerships, highlighting the role of strong communication and sentimental keepsakes in maintaining closeness. They also differentiate between dating and commitment, emphasizing personal growth, patience, and mutual support. They encourage others not to give up on finding the right partner and to step beyond their comfort zones. Their story proves that love transcends words and speaks louder than any challenge!

Description:In this episode of Some Stutter, Luh! podcast, Ben Pahl shares his journey with stuttering—from childhood speech therapy to fully embracing his speech today. He highlights the role of community, humour, and self-acceptance in overcoming stigma. Let's listen to Ben who considers his stutter as part of his identity that has made him more confident and even memorable!Please "Like" and "Share" our videos with others who might be interested in, or feel supported by our content. Thank you so much for your support!Notes:28-year-old Ben shares his experiences growing up with stuttering and undergoing speech therapy from elementary to high school. He reflects on the challenges of speech therapy, including limited resources and ineffective techniques, and the long journey toward self-acceptance. Ben emphasizes that stuttering is not something to be "fixed" but rather embraced, and fluency is not everything! Ben shares how finding a supportive community and embracing humour as a tool that lightens the situations have been transformative in his journey. His message is one of resilience and self-acceptance, inspiring others to see stuttering as a unique part of their identity.

Description: This episode of “Some Stutter, Luh!” podcast welcomes Alex Delgado, a writer and a person who stutters shares his story of transitioning from being a covert stutterer to embracing open stuttering. Listen to Alex's story that highlights the importance of community, creativity, and a mindset shift in overcoming the stigma associated with stuttering. In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:05 About Alex Delgado 05:06 Stuttering Support Group 08:27 The Interview! 12:38 Why did you decide to become an open stutterer? 20:55 Train Wreck vs Wonderful Experience of Stuttering 23:40 Alex and the Stuttering Support Group 25:59 Alex is a writer 30:03 Thank you! Notes: Alex discusses his ambition to be influencer on YouTube, where he provides advice and share experiences with other stutterers. Through self-discovery and connecting with others, Alex realized the importance of authenticity and made a conscious effort to embrace open stuttering. He now openly discloses his stutter in conversations and has found that this not only reduces his anxiety but also empowers him to face challenges with greater confidence. Alex advocates for reframing stuttering as a unique trait rather than a limitation. Referring to the book Beyond the Fear of Stuttering by Mary Wood, it is emphasized how a mindset shift, such as reframing "train wreck speaking experiences" as "wonderful moments of stuttering," can help transform one's perspective. Alex delved into the psychological dimensions of stuttering, emphasizing how emotional states like stress and anxiety can exacerbate fluency issues. He stresses the importance of building a supportive community and shifting the narrative around stuttering from one of struggle to one of strength and uniqueness. Alex considers his participation in the Stuttering Support Group on Discord a significant aid in embracing and accepting his stutter. He also shares his passion for writing, mentioning his current projects, including a mystery novel and an anthology of short stories. He has published some of his short stories online on Inkitt. Alex Delgado: https://youtube.com/@iamthenight2024 “Beyond the fear of stuttering” by Mary Wood: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Fear-Stuttering-Journey-Self-Acceptance/dp/B09WLGHL2Q Shuttering Support Group: https://discord.com/channels/583077735212122114/@home https://www.reddit.com/r/stutter Alex's Writings: https://www.inkitt.com/alexdelgado

This is Part 2 of a two-part interview. This episode of Some Stutter, Luh! podcast continues the conversation with Daniel Allen Cox, exploring his journey as writer of “I Felt the End Before it Came: Memoirs of a Queer Ex-Jehovah's Witness.” and also a person who stutters. Daniel discusses his life experiences, including leaving the Jehovah's Witness community, his struggles with substance use, and finding his authentic self. Notes: Daniel discusses leaving the Jehovah's Witnesses, elaborating on the varied experiences of those who drift in and out of the religion. His journey was more definitive, marked by rejection due to his sexuality, which contrasts with others. He also critiques how certain groups, including Jehovah's Witnesses and Alcoholics Anonymous, use language to manipulate and control individuals, particularly through the concept of reliance on higher powers. He refers to “Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism” written by Amanda Montell to point out how different groups use cultish language. Initially hesitant to publicly read his work due to his stutter, Daniel overcame his fear with encouragement from friends, realizing that his authentic voice, including his stutter, is integral to his story. He prefers the term "queer" over "gay," as it better represents his identity and relationships. Daniel is touring his memoir, engaging in workshops, and editing books for others. He aims to continue writing, mentoring, and advocating for marginalized communities while merging activism with his art. Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism with Amanda Montel:    • Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism w...   You can buy her book here: https://www.amazon.com/Cultish-Langua... This podcast is brought to you with help from Memorial University of Newfoundland, the Newfoundland and Labrador Stuttering Association, and a whole team of volunteers behind the scenes. Additionally, thank you to @Student Linguists at MUN for their ongoing support of the stuttering community. We're always looking for exciting ideas and engaging guests, so if you or anyone you know has a great idea or would like to appear on the podcast, send us a message: info at somestutterluh.ca. As always, don't forget to hit the "Like" button, "Share" with people you know, and "Subscribe" so you don't miss any of our upcoming episodes. Interacting with the video in these ways helps YouTube know that you think our content is important and should be shared with people who stutter, the people who love them, and all the other allies to the stuttering community. #stuttering #stutteringawareness #podcast #stutteringsupport#newfoundland #newfoundlandandlabrador #communicationskills #communication #stutter

Episode Description In this first episode of Season 6, Some Stutter, Luh! welcomes Richard Holmes, a person who stutters and a speech-language pathologist. In this episode, Richard talks about his journey from his childhood speech therapy, to becoming a speech-language pathologist (SLP) himself. Richard reflects on how stuttering affected his self-perception, interactions, professional development, support groups, and speech therapy programs. Richard and Greg also question the word “fluency” - as known as the "f" word. Are you ready to learn more about how to “dance with a tiger”? This is Part 1 of a 2-part interview. Part 2 will air on November 5, 2024. Notes Greg and Richard explore the complexities of stuttering, including the psychological and emotional challenges that come with it. Richard shares personal experiences in therapy and his thoughts on the relationship between stuttering and self-acceptance. He stresses that most of the challenges related to stuttering are not visible or audible, but emotional and psychological. Richard believes fluency doesn't necessarily mean the absence of stuttering, but rather a smoother, more comfortable way of communicating. He appreciates the role stuttering played in shaping who he is and encourages others to live harmoniously with it, using it as a tool for self-awareness. As an SLP, Richard believes speech therapists should focus on the entire person rather than just the mechanics of speech. He advocates for a balanced approach that combines speech therapy with emotional acceptance and personal growth. - Check out Richard on YouTube: @walktalkforstutteringaware3080 - Check out Richard's TedxUW talk: Stuttering and the Art of Mountain Biking: https://youtu.be/CQrZgsPsiRA?si=IuqCgQf5q4zLBm2V - Our website: https://somestutterluh.ca/ - International Stuttering Awareness Day(ISAD) is October 22, 2024. For more information, check out their website: https://isad.live/ This video has been brought to you with help from Memorial University of Newfoundland, the Newfoundland and Labrador Stuttering Association, and a whole team of volunteers behind the scenes, without whom this video would not have been possible. We're always looking for exciting ideas and engaging guests, so if you or anyone you know has a great idea or would like to appear on the podcast, send us a message: info at somestutterluh.ca. As always, don't forget to hit the "Like" button, "Share" with people you know, and "Subscribe" so you don't miss any of our upcoming episodes. Interacting with the video in these ways helps YouTube know that you think our content is important and should be shared with people who stutter, the people who love them, and all the other allies to the stuttering community. Happy International Stuttering Awareness Day!

Description: This episode of Some Stutter, Luh! podcast welcomes Dr. Kelly Wright, an experimental social linguist and scholar-activist, who identifies as a Black, biracial, queer woman. She discusses her work on linguistic justice, focusing on how language ideologies impact marginalized communities, particularly Black individuals. Dr. Wright's key message is that language reflects our whole selves, and acknowledging this can foster more inclusive and understanding environments. Notes: Dr. Wright delves into how societal expectations around "standard" language use often exclude and stigmatize individuals who communicate differently. Her research examines how these biases manifest in various contexts, from professional settings to sports journalism, where Black athletes, for instance, are often described in animalistic or stereotypical terms compared to their white counterparts. She believes individuals navigate multiple marginalized identities, such as being Black, queer, or a person with a disability, and these identities impact their daily interactions and opportunities. She highlights the importance of creating safe spaces where people can express their authentic selves without fear of judgment or exclusion. She advocates for recognizing and celebrating linguistic diversity, emphasizing that language is deeply tied to identity and should not be constrained by rigid standards. Dr. Wright emphasizes the importance of policy-driven research aimed at identifying and dismantling linguistic barriers, advocating for more inclusive practices at institutional and governmental levels.




Description: Some Stutter, Luh! Welcomes Dr. Hazel Price, a lecturer in English language at the University of Salford, and author of "The Language of Mental Illness: Corpus Linguistics and the Construction of Mental Illness in the Press". She shares her insights about the intersection of language, media, and mental health, emphasizing the critical role of linguistics in understanding and addressing stigma. Let's listen! Notes: In her book, "The Language of Mental Illness: Corpus Linguistics and the Construction of Mental Illness in the Press," published in 2022, Dr. Price examined how UK news reports have shaped public perceptions of mental health over 30 years using a corpus of 45 million words. She aimed to bridge the gap between linguistic research and practical guidelines for language use in mental health contexts. In her book, she used methods from corpus linguistics and critical discourse analysis to analyze public perceptions and stigma related to mental illness. She discusses the importance of accurate language in media and its impact on public understanding and stigma. Dr. Price emphasizes that all health experiences are mediated through language, from recognizing symptoms to communicating with healthcare providers. She discusses the role of language in perpetuating stigma and the importance of linguistic research in health communication.

Description: Some Stutter, Luh! welcomes Kris Conlin who shares her personal experience with dyscalculia. She emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about dyscalculia and the need for better support systems in education. Kris recommends others to follow their passion to maintain mental wellbeing! Notes: Kris explains her challenges with dyscalculia, a branch of dyslexia that affects the brain's processing of numbers and data, making math challenging. She faced difficulties at school due to dyscalculia, but she was lucky to receive help from supportive teachers, and specialized programs. Dyscalculia significantly affected Kris's self-esteem and mental health. Despite her condition, she successfully navigates her job by coping strategies like focusing on her love for plants and gardening to manage stress. Emphasizing the need for increased awareness and support for dyscalculia, Kris advocates for more resources and training for teachers and mental health professionals. She highlights the vital role of her support systems, including therapy and family, in managing her condition. Additionally, she advises others with dyscalculia to engage in activities they are passionate about to help manage their condition and maintain mental well-being. About Kris: My name is Kris and I'm honored to be a guest on this radio podcast to share my personal journey with Dyscalculia. I believe that by sharing my experiences, we can raise awareness about this learning disability and inspire others to overcome its challenges. I realized I had Dyscalculia roughly around Grade 8 when one of my best friends mentioned the condition as they were recently diagnosed. It made perfect sense; I struggled with mathematics and trying to practice the concepts were marked by frustration and self-doubt. However, I was determined not to let this learning disability define my potential. Challenges: Dyscalculia presented a range of challenges in my academic and personal life. Tasks that involved numbers, such as basic calculations and mental math seemed insurmountable at the time. I often felt isolated and struggled to keep up with my peers. Thankfully, I wasn't alone as there were a group of kids in my grade that all needed some extra help. The Turning Point: My turning point came when I met a couple supportive teachers in middle school (Ms. N. Elias and Ms. L. Cusak) who recognized my struggles and provided alternative teaching methods. With their help, I started building a foundation of numerical understanding step by step. It was a slow and often frustrating process, but I remained committed. Overcoming Dyscalculia: Through years of hard work, determination, and the support of dedicated educators and loved ones, I began to gain confidence in my mathematical abilities. I discovered strategies and tools that worked for me, such as visual aids, specialized tutoring, and assistive technology. Today, I can proudly say that I've overcome many of the challenges associated with Dyscalculia. I've not only improved my math skills but also learned to embrace my unique way of thinking. My journey has led me to become an advocate for individuals with learning disabilities and to inspire others to never give up on their dreams. Message to Others: To anyone struggling with Dyscalculia or any learning disability, I want to emphasize that you are not alone, and it's okay to seek help. With the right support and determination, you can overcome the challenges posed by Discalculia and achieve your goals. Remember, your journey is unique, and your strengths are immeasurable. I'm grateful for the opportunity to share my story on this podcast, and I hope it encourages conversations about Dyscalculia and the importance of inclusive education. Together, we can create a world where everyone, regardless of their learning differences, can thrive and reach their full potential.

This episode of SSL! presents Helme's journey from misdiagnosis to proper treatment of Wilson's disease, which can cause various symptoms including speech difficulties like dysarthria and dysphasia. Let's learn about his challenges and coping strategies. Notes: Helme discusses how Wilson's disease, a condition affecting copper metabolism, affects daily activities, work, and relationships, highlighting the importance of support systems and managing stress. The disease's complexity and variability contribute to under diagnosis, necessitating awareness and consideration for alternative diagnoses, such as multiple sclerosis. This episode highlights the significance of recognizing personal limits and the need for greater support for people with conditions like Wilson's disease. It emphasizes the importance of awareness and understanding among medical professionals about the diverse manifestations of the disease. Despite ongoing struggles, Helme emphasizes gratitude for his recovery and aims to raise awareness about Wilson's disease. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

About Steff: I am a speech-language pathologist who stutters in the United States. My brother has stuttered since the age of six (child-onset) and me since the age of 36 due to a brain injury. I am also a person that lives with chronic lung disease- and stuttering support groups helped me find myself and navigate this lung disease journey as a young career woman, wife and mother- more than lung support groups. I have been an SLP for almost 15 years, and now own a private practice solely focusing on the treatment of stuttering. I LOVE to talk about the shift in treatment to a very holistically-based model focused on autonomy of the person who stutters in the therapy room. Additionally, I am an adjunct professor at four universities! Website: https://somestutterluh.ca/ Anchor: https://anchor.fm/somestutterluh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somestutterpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/somestutterluhpod/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZDk5ZjhhYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Breaker: https://www.breaker.audio/some-stutter-luh Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/f104pr7u Radiopublic: https://radiopublic.com/some-stutter-luh-Ww7lXa Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5f9V7PkdfcPPOBSc7WNsBf #stuttering #podcast #newfoundland #labrador #speech #therapy #therapist #disability #communication --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

This episode was recorded in Persian. An English translation is provided on our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@somestutterluh This special episode of SSL! podcast presents the cultural perceptions of stuttering in Iran. As a person who stutter, a speech therapist and the founder of the first stuttering-focused startup in Iran, GREEN SPEECH, Amir covers various aspects of stuttering, including personal experiences, societal perceptions, treatment approaches, the role of awareness, and the importance of self-acceptance. Let's listen to someone who made his stuttering to a stepping stone to success! Notes: Amir Hossein, as a PWS, a speech therapist and founder of Green Speech, discusses his personal journey with stuttering. He shares his experiences with stuttering from childhood through adulthood, detailing the reactions of family, peers, and professors. Amir emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and open communication about stuttering to reduce stigma and improve quality of life. As student of speech therapy at University of Michigan, he also addresses the differences in cultural attitudes towards stuttering between Iran and America, highlighting the need for awareness and support for people who stutter. In his role as a speech therapist and startup founder, Amir aims to provide resources, support, and education to both individuals who stutter and professionals in the field and he emphasizes on the importance of early intervention. He encourages those who stutter to seek help and take action towards improving their speech, stressing that stuttering does not define one's worth or capabilities. Website: https://somestutterluh.ca/ Anchor: https://anchor.fm/somestutterluh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somestutterpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/somestutterluhpod/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZDk5ZjhhYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Breaker: https://www.breaker.audio/some-stutter-luh Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/f104pr7u Radiopublic: https://radiopublic.com/some-stutter-luh-Ww7lXa Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5f9V7PkdfcPPOBSc7WNsBf #stuttering #podcast #speech #language #disability #Iran #Persian #Newfoundland #Labrador #Communication --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Description: This bilingual episode of SSL! Podcast narrates Mounah Bizri's inspiring journey who overcame disabilities like dysgraphia, dyspraxia, stuttering, and ADHD. Mounah founded “Eloquence de la Différence” in 2019, a nonprofit organization that offers a public speaking platform for individuals with disabilities to communicate freely and authentically. Mounah highlights the importance of self-acceptance and embracing one's strengths.   Notes: Through his personal experiences, Mounah emphasizes the significance of loving oneself, acknowledging limitations. Despite facing bullying and challenges in his youth due to his disabilities and differences, Mounah pursued higher education and a successful career, eventually founding the “Eloquence de la Différence”. The program started in Paris and has since expanded to 5 cities, welcoming individuals with various disabilities such as stuttering, Down's syndrome, autism, and deafness, blindness, since they focus on people not disabilities. The program provides support for individuals to improve their communication skills and embrace their unique way of speaking. Mounah's story exemplifies the transformative power of self-acceptance, resilience, and the importance of embracing diversity in communication initiatives. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Greg chats with Carolina and Sang, a long distance couple who were brought - and kept - together by stuttering. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

S5E3: Sean BW Parker  Description: In this episode, Some Stutter, Luh! welcomes Sean BW Parker, a British writer, artist, musician, and academic specializing in cultural theory and justice reform to discuss his recently published book, "Compelling Speech: The Stammering Enigma." Sean shares his personal experience with stammering, highlighting the challenges he faced and the various therapies he underwent over the years. Sean expresses his pride in the unique aspects of his personality that come with stammering and he believes in a kind of natural fluency in which there is no need to hammer the stammer!   Notes: Following his 2013 Ted Talk on stammering and creativity, Sean BW Parker was inspired to write his autobiography on the subject, titled "Compelling Speech: The Stammering Enigma”.  Using a fun language in this book, Sean tracks the social and cultural-political context of communication differences through the cultural lens. Sean discusses the origins of his stammer, attributing it to a mix of genetic factors, upbringing, and personal experiences. Pointing to his personal journey with stammering, he reflects on the interplay between nature and nurture. Defining natural fluency as the ease of communication, Sean suggests that if one can stammer easily, it can be considered a form of fluency. Through the concept of "Stammering Pride," he explores how confidence and directness can, at times, reduce stammering. Sean believes in the multifaceted nature of people who stammer and encourages individuals not to limit themselves based on their speech impediment. Discussing reviews of his book, he particularly values feedback from Jack Nicholas and Joann Williams, appreciating reviews that acknowledge the complexity and interest in his writing rather than providing simplistic praise. Finally, Sean emphasizes the importance of embracing the present moment, minimizing expectations, and the value of thinking less. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Today, October 22, 2020 is International Stuttering Awareness Day (ISAD). I'd like to take a few moments out of your time to share a recent experience that happened to me when I was asked about the significance and importance of ISAD.   My name is Greg O'Grady. I am Chair of the Newfoundland and Labrador Stuttering Association, Host of SOME STUTTER, LUH!. I am also a professional stutterer, who specializes in covert stuttering.  I introduce myself this way, as a professional stutterer, who specializes in covert stuttering to remind myself of my many yesteryears and attempts at camouflaging or hiding my stutter out of shame and humiliation. I desperately wanted to be accepted and approved, and to gain access to fluent, abled-body privileges. I am a person who stutters, and those privileges are not mine.  On October 17, I attended a City of Mount Pearl Public Council meeting to accept and speak to the Newfoundland and Labrador Stuttering Association's request to have October 22 Proclaimed as ISAD in the City of Mount Pearl. City Councillors and other community individuals were in attendance.  While standing beside the Mayor of the City of Mount Pearl, David Aker, listening to him proclaim ISAD in my city, I felt myself becoming overwhelmed with emotion.  Once Mayor Aker finished reading our Proclamation, he handed me the microphone, and asked me to share the significance and importance of ISAD.  As hard as I tried to choke down and to control my emotions erupting within me, as soon as I attempted to speak, the flood gates opened.  For what seemed like and eternity, I struggled through my tears attempting to articulate the importance of ISAD.  As I looked around the room, I saw in the eyes of those in attendance, looks of discomfort, surprised, and yet, looks of caring and compassion.  Few people understand how stuttering can  have devastating educational, emotional and psychological, social, physically, spiritual,  and vocational affects on children, adolescents, adults and seniors who stutter throughout life.   Based on my years of lived experience, living with a severe stutter, I feel that stuttering is TRAUMA.  As I reflect now on struggling to articulate the significance and importance of ISAD, what I considered an embarrassing and humiliating experience, was in reality, my “VOICE” when I could not speak.   Those tears ARE my VOICE.    My TEARS communicated so clearly and echoed loudly, the TRAUMA associated with stuttering - more than any words possibly could.  My TEARS gave VOICE to our global community of people who stutter; raising awareness, education, understanding and acceptance of stuttering.    And so, I sincerely want to thank Mayor David Aker, the City of Mount Pearl Councillors, and others in attendance, for providing me an opportunity and a safe space to able to articulate through TEARS, the TRAUMA that stuttering can inflict on approximately 1% of the population; the 70 million people worldwide who stutter.    Happy ISAD! Greg     --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Transcript: S5E2 Kellina Powell.docx Description: In this episode of Some Stutter Luh! we welcome Kellina Powell, a writer, professional coach and advocate specializing in mental health and empowerment for young adults with disabilities. Kellina shares her journey and lived experiences as a hard of hearing individual. She became a coach to empower young adults with disabilities, especially in the deaf community. So, be all ears to DEAF QUEEN BOSS who believes that we must live life to the fullest! Notes: Kellina Powell is a passionate advocate for people with disabilities, particularly in the deaf community. She became a professional coach and advocate specializing in mental health and empowerment for young adults with disabilities due to her personal experiences and a desire to make a difference. Kellina believes communication is about being flexible in order to really understand a person's voice. In her book "Every Day I Am Just Deaf: Life in a Hearing World with Deaf Queen Boss," Kellina shares her daily experiences as a deaf individual in a hearing world. The book discusses various aspects of her life, including relationships, mental health, and the challenges of communication. It aims to raise awareness and promote understanding of the deaf community's challenges and abilities. As a professional coach and advocate specializing in mental health and empowerment, she can provide valuable support to individuals in the stuttering community. She can assist them in building self-esteem, improving mental health, enhancing employment opportunities, and boosting overall quality of life. Kellina uses techniques like role-playing and goal setting to help clients gradually become more comfortable with communication, including phone calls. At the end of the interview, Kellina emphasizes the need for better support systems and government policies to assist people with disabilities and mental health concerns. She also encourages people to live life to the fullest, let go of negativity, and have fun. Kellina's book is available here: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/everyday-i-am-just-deaf-life-in-a-hearing-world-with-deaf-queen-boss/9781778112102.html --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

This special episode of Some Stutter Luh! welcomes individuals who stutter from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Maryam and Greg engage in a discussion centered around an interview with Parsa, a bilingual Persian-Kurdish individual living in Iran, who also stutters. The conversation commences by addressing the significance of speaking about stuttering in various societies and cultures. While stuttering itself possesses consistent characteristics, it is the cultural context that influences the unique experiences of individuals with stuttering. So, let's look at stuttering through the lens of cultural differences! The discussion delves into how different cultures define disability, offering explanations and examples that elucidate how cultural norms and laws can influence the acceptance of certain disabilities within society. Greg and Maryam also discuss the ongoing debate within the stuttering community regarding whether stuttering should be classified as a disability, considering the impact it has on individuals' lives. One of the key highlights is Maryam's personal experience connecting with Parsa, an individual who stutters, emphasizing the significance of acceptance and support. Parsa's journey and comfort with stuttering offer a unique perspective on embracing one's identity. As the episode concludes, Maryam and Greg express their commitment to exploring the diverse cultural facets of stuttering, underscoring the importance of raising awareness and advocating for the rights of individuals with disabilities worldwide. The book mentioned in the episode is: Disability in Different Cultures: Reflections on Local Concepts, available at https://www.amazon.com/Disability-Dif... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

A special episode of Some Stutter, Luh! to raise awareness of the Newfoundland and Labrador Stuttering Association's 1k/5k Walk, Run, and Roll for Stuttering Awareness. Proceeds of this annual event go towards supporting NLSA initiatives such as a bursary program to subsidize treatment programs and equipment for people who stutter, public awareness campaigns, educational events, etc. To support the NLSA visit https://nlstuttering.ca/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Season 4 is complete! In Season 5, SSL! gets "blocked". Listen as Greg explains. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Some Stutter, Luh! welcomes Aaron Silverthorne, Judith Silverthorne, and Jayan Juneja for a conversation about stuttering. Aaron is a producer at Silverlight Productions whose latest documentary is called Echoed Words. This half hour documentary takes "a powerful first-person perspective on the impacts of a person's life who stutters, and how to find ways to manage the disorder to ease their everyday life."  Judith is an author and television documentary producer who is passionate about hearing and sharing the stories of others. Jayan is the star of Echoed Words and is a high school senior applying for engineering school.  During this episode, Aaron and Jayan share their personal experiences as people who stutter, and the three guests discuss the impact of stuttering on their lives. The episode also touches on the importance of seeking help and the hope that there is for those who stutter.  Echoed Words makes it's broadcast premiere on August 31, 2023 at 7:00 PM Eastern Time on on AMI. Produced/Directed/Written by Aaron Silverthorne and Judith Silverthorne; with Cinematographer and Editor Tony Quiñones, and assistant videographer Nicholas Hotte. Produced by Silverlight Productions Inc for AMI with additional funding support of Creative Saskatchewan. #Creativesaksaskatchewan #documentary #stuttering #Silverlight Productions Inc #ISTAR Click here for the transcript of this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

A frank discussion about stopping stuttering. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Danny. 34. Connecticut. I struggled with stuttering for 15 years. I surprisingly started at age 18 which is late since most develop their stutter during adolescent years. I attended speech therapy for nearly a year, but never felt any improvement. Thankfully I found a book called “How to Stop Stuttering and Love Speaking” by Lee G Lovett earlier this year and after diligently immersing myself in the author's methods, I greatly reduced my stuttering after 2-3 months. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Brian Woo is an ADHDer who stutters. Since being involved in both the Disability Community and the Neurodivergent Community, Brian realized the importance of the Stuttering Community to be open to learning from and being involved in these other communities as stuttering is a form of neurodivergence. Brian shares his journey and increases awareness of stuttering, ADHD, and mental health on his Instagram accounts @StutteringLoudly and @StutteringIsNeurodivergence and on Twitter @StutteringNeuro. He is also the creator of a Facebook support group called "Stuttering is Neurodivergence". #stuttering #neurodiversity ⁠#disabilities⁠⁠ #advocacy⁠⁠ #Newfoundland⁠⁠ #Labrador⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Today, Some Stutter, Luh! welcomes Dr. Simon Falk, a trained linguist and an associate professor in neurolinguistics at the University of Montreal, Canada, and member of the International Laboratory for Brain, Music and Sound Research. She currently holds a Canada Research Chair in Interdisciplinary Studies on Rhythm and Language Acquisition. In this episode, Dr. Falk talks about the relationship between stuttering and music. #stuttering #disabilities #advocacy #Newfoundland #Labrador --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

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Join us for a unique and compelling look at the stuttering experience, and stuttering assessments and therapy techniques from the perspective of Speech language pathologist, Terry Campbell.  Show Notes: Professional areas of interest and specialties, and what makes stuttering a unique and interesting research area. Stuttering experiences that might be unique to the individual (ex. Mental or emotional triggers or responses) Discussion of experience working with people who stutter as a person who doesn't stutter, and the impossibility of truly understanding what it's like to be a person who stutters.    Stuttering and mental health: scope of practice is practical speech therapy, but also counseling. Discussion of how these components interact.  Discussion of SLP assessment methods and techniques (ex. Disfluency counts), and problems with traditional techniques.  The internal and external experience of stuttering, and the necessity of starting with the internal experience in therapy.  Stuttering misconceptions vs. truths: what actually causes stuttering? Many possible contributing factors.  Challenges of treating people who stutter, and best practices in treating people who stutter.  When should an SLP collaborate with a psychologist, psychiatrist, or social worker, for example, to assist with the mental health component of stuttering? Importance of any mental health professional who works with someone who stutters to understand the misperceptions and truths about stuttering.  The “F word”: fluency vs. management of stuttering.  Goals of treatment: fluency? Management? Secondary characteristics? Or focus on the speaker's feelings and perspective? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

In this episode, Amanda considers the origins of her feelings of shame, and the life events that inspired her to let those feelings go and welcome acceptance Amanda is the Humanities Collection Development Librarian in the Collection Strategies Division at the Queen Elizabeth II Library, Memorial University of Newfoundland. She's also a wife and mother of two. Amanda did some coursework in Linguistics during her undergraduate degree, and currently manages collections in Linguistics as part of her professional duties. Amanda is also a person who stutters. While her stutter has become managed in adulthood, fluidity will probably always be something she has to work for. Being a member of this team allows Amanda to become part of a conversation that holds great personal significance to her, and also part of an admirable effort to normalize stuttering, and to create a deeper understanding of stuttering in our province and beyond.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Philip Rodrigues was born and lives in Toronto, to two Portuguese immigrants who were fluent in English. Philip is married, with two dogs and works in the IT field. He bikes and plays video games in his spare time. Early on before starting junior kindergarten Philip was identified to have a speaking disability including a prominent stutter, lisp and delayed development in his ability to form full sentences. He worked with an SLP 1-1 and participated in special education up until grade 3-4  in school. After this he had no further issues. Philip no longer has a stutter or lisp, but can't help but feel as though he continues to use verbal crutches to prop up his ability to speak today. Today, Philip is a reserved and quiet individual. This may be related to his early hesitation to speak up in case and feared that he could not effectively communicate his thoughts. His wife says that while he is quiet and reserved, he is surrounded by incredibly chatty and outgoing people including herself and his immediate family so she thinks secretly he is also one. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Farrah grew up in Toronto has had hearing loss and sever stuttering since age 4 . She enjoys reading and doing research and spending time with family and friends. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Glenn Roy Blundon was a student at Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN) whose advocacy broke new ground for students with disabilities. Greg chats with Jason Geary and Hannah Blundon (Glenn's niece) about his legacy through the Blundon Centre. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

 Is “fluency” the goal for people who stutter? In this episode Greg holds a panel discussion to find out how his guests feel about the “f” word.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Lori Scott-Sulsky is the senior clinician and subject matter expert for the Stuttering Program at the Speech and Stuttering Institute, in Toronto. She has dedicated her practice to stuttering for more than 20 years. Marni Kinder is a Speech-Language Pathologist at The Speech and Stuttering Institute, where she has spent the past 14 years working exclusively with People Who Stutter in both individual and group treatment programs.  Greg has been involved with The SSI as a client and as a volunteer since the mid 1980's and received treatment from Lori and Marni for his severe stuttering over these years. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Cara Bennett is a Stutter Warrior, wife, mother of two boys and step mom to a daughter. A Registered Nurse of 20 years. A small business owner helping woman feel and look their best with skincare and cosmetics. Cara started a Best Life Reset Program and is still maintaining weight and wellness. She is very active with the YMCA community in Grand Falls-Windsor. Cara is a Christian that keeps helping others anyway she can through her steadfast unwavering faith that everything will be ok. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Jeff Gibellina is happily married to his wife Emily of 11+ years with three kiddos, Charlie (9), Peter (4), and Kate (3). He whole-heartedly identified as a lifelong stutterer until about a year ago. Jeff is neither an SLP nor does he hold any degrees/certificates in communication disorders but he can help create a new way of speaking through habit/behavior formation and modification using the Pro90D system. Jeff is a Pro90d speech coach. Do you think PRO90D is the solution to stuttering? Take our very first Some Stutter, Luh! audience poll on Spotify or post your response on our Instagram and Youtube channels! We'll discuss the results on a future episode of SSL! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Welcome to a special Valentine's Day episode of Some Stutter, Luh! Naturally, this episode is about stuttering and dating! During our conversation today, our guests will be sharing the challenges and triumphs they faced when navigating the unfamiliar and stressful waters of dating while living with a stutter. Thank you for joining us for this special interactive episode. We know this topic may be uncomfortable for some but recognize it as a very important conversation to have. Today we have put together a panel of experts :) to chat about stuttering and dating. From past episodes Greg speaks to Liz Fagan, Robert O'Brien with return-guest-couple Carolina and Sang from last year's Valentine's Day special. There is much to talk about on what I considered to be a confusing and scary topic. confidence, questions about comfort levels, identify, disclosure, whether or not to disclose, when and how one discloses, fear of consequences, such as disapproval, rejection, etc. benefits of disclosure, relief, self respect, etc. Greg asks our guests: 1. What are your individual thoughts about these words and questions based on your individual experiences? 2. While reflecting back on your individual experiences with stuttering and dating - the good, the bad, the ugly - would you have approached your stuttering and dating experiences differently? If yes, why and if not, why not? 3. What advice and or strategies for success can you provide other PWS who are considering entering these unfamiliar and stressful waters of stuttering and dating for the first time? 3. Do you have any advice for individuals who stutter, that based on their previous unsuccessful dating experiences, may have decided to step away from attempting to find the right mate? Do you have any advice for not giving up this quest? 4. Does being a PWS give you any special qualities that people who don't stutter might lack in the world of dating? (e.g. are we better listeners?) :) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somestutterluh/message

Michael Wright is from the UK and works within the Nuclear Sector at Sellafield as a Planning Engineer.Two years ago he Co founded a online Facebook Group called Stand Up to Stammering, which offers a safe, encouraging, empowering platform that invites members to share their stammering experiences, gain support from other members, and invites them to build on their courage and confidence through the daily mind over matter challenges. Michael is also Co founder of the Nuclear Stammering Network, which aims to make the Nuclear industry an inclusive place to work for those who stammer, by sign posting, raising awareness on the subject as well as supporting those within the Nuclear industry who stammer.

Elle-même une personne qui bégaie, Geneviève Lamoureux s'implique dans la communauté bègue depuis plusieurs années. Depuis 2020, aux côtés de l'orthophoniste Judith Labonté, elle est notamment co-productrice et co-animatrice de « Je je je suis un podcast », le balado de l'Association bégaiement communication (ABC), un organisme basé au Québec offrant des services et ressources aux adultes qui bégaient. Geneviève est également candidate au doctorat en sciences de l'orthophonie de l'Université de Montréal, où elle mène des recherches sur l'(auto-)stigmatisation des personnes qui bégaient. Détentrice d'une maîtrise professionnelle en orthophonie, elle est aussi diplômée en traduction et littératures d'expression anglaise et française. ----- As a person who stutters, Geneviève Lamoureux has been involved in the stuttering community for several years. Since 2020, alongside speech therapist Judith Labonté, she has been co-producing and co-hosting of "Je je je suis un podcast" (This this this is a podcast), the podcast of the Association bégaiement communication (ABC), a Quebec-based organization offering services and resources to adults who stutter. Geneviève is also a doctoral candidate in speech-language pathology at the Université de Montréal, where she is conducting research on the (self-)stigmatization of people who stutter. She holds a professional master's degree in speech-language pathology and a degree in English and French translation and literature. Transcription / Translation available here.

Brian Woo is a Social Service Worker student, studying part-time at Durham College. He has worked with people with developmental disabilities for 12 years, and has worked in a congregate care setting for over 7 years. He has a passion for raising awareness about Mental Health and is an advocate for the Stuttering community, the Disabled community, the Neurodivergent community, and the Chronic Illness community (which includes immunocompromised people). Brian identifies as a member of each of these communities and he increases awareness through his Twitter account @StutterLoudly and his Instagram @StutteringLoudly. Brian has volunteered at the Abilities Church, DramaWay, and was a Planning Committee Member of the "Simply People" Disability Pride Celebration and the "A Million Things I Need to Say" Walk for Stuttering Awareness. Brian's early volunteer work taught him that identifying as a Disabled or Neurodivergent person is not something to be ashamed of. We all have our own gifts & talents and we all want a world that is inclusive & accessible. Some Stutter, Luh! is working on providing transcripts of all of our episodes. We are currently working on Brian's episode and while we have some work to do, we wanted to share it with our listeners. To read along, click here.

Cody is always seeking after that next new experience. An avid traveler, hiker, and coffee aficionado, Cody works for various non-profits, including the John Howard Society, where he offers employment services to formerly incarcerated individuals. He holds a BA in sociology and anthropology from Memorial University, and recently finished a graduate program in human resource management at McGill University. Cody is also immensely interested in politics and intends on running his own political campaign one day, where you might just hear him stutter.

Around the 15 month mark, Ashlie noticed her son wasn't as verbally communicative as his sister at the same age. At 18 months, he wasn't meeting speech milestones and so they found a private SLP to work with them once a month. Then came the diagnosis. Tune in this week as Ashlie shares her family's story which she hopes can help others on their own journey. This episode aired Sunday, October 9, at 9am Newfoundland Time. You can watch it on our Youtube page or listen to it on our Anchor page. Check out every past episode in our archives at somestutterluh.ca, and catch the latest updates via Instagram. Where ever you end up, do us a favour and subscribe!

In SSL! episode (S3:E17) Greg speaks with Steven Hiscock. Steven works with the Burgeo Broadcasting Station. Growing up in Burgeo, NL he never imagined he would become an on-camera personality. As a child Steven stuttered; so interviewing people was not a career path he envisioned at all. He was bullied and made fun of a lot. Over time Steven has learned a few tricks to help manage his stutter. Steven says that it's all about your breathing when you talk and along with a few more tricks. There is a great article about Steven published in SALTWIRE NL by Rosalyn Roy Posted: May 7, 2019. Steven's community, Burgeo, was affected by last month's Hurricane Fiona. For more info, check out "Steve Hiscock from the Burgeo Broadcasting System... report[s] on the wreckage of Fiona on the ground in Burgeo." from The St. John's Morning Show from CBC Radio Nfld. and Labrador (Highlights).

Dr. Freeman is an assistant professor in the Communication Sciences and Disorders program at Oklahoma State University. Greg speaks to Valerie about her Deaf Experience, Deaf Expression (DXDX) Project and how listeners can take more responsibility for ensuring smoother communication with people who communicate differently. Click here for more information about the Deaf Experience, Deaf expression Project.

Caroline Bredeson recently retired from her private practice in stuttering therapy in Ottawa, Ontario and has passed the torch on to Julie Rodrigue, her former student who is herself a person who clutters. Join Greg as he speaks with Caroline and Julie about being a speech-language pathology student (and teaching them!), developing a deep understanding of stuttering and its impacts, and working as an S-LP with a fluency disorder.

In this episode Greg speaks with Kim Block, a full-time student at Simon Fraser University completing a degree in Criminology with a certificate in Social Justice. Kim is a person who stutters and has been involved in the stuttering community for over twenty years. She runs the website Speaking Up and is author of the children's book series Adventures of a Stuttering Superhero.

After years of struggling with bullying, depression, suicide, loneliness, and anxiety, Robert was inspired to write his memoir, Just One More Drive: The true story of a stuttering homosexual and his race car. Help is available for suicide crisis and prevention. Get support from a local crisis centre. There is also Talk Suicide Canada (1-833-456-4566), Kids Help Phone, the Hope for Wellness Help Line, and 1 866 APPELLE (277-3553) (Quebec residents), that all offer 24/7 support. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 9-1-1.

In this episode, Greg speaks with Tom Scharstein, a person who stutters and an entrepreneur from South Florida, USA. Taking full advantage of the changing times with the new dependence on virtual connection, he and a team of innovators created the World Stuttering Network (WSN) in 2020. The mission of the WSN is to create a discussion among the world's stuttering support leaders to share helpful information & best practices to provide the best help for people who stutter globally. The WSN hosts the annual 'StutterFEST!', a 24-hour celebration of the world stuttering community. Guests and organizations from around the world present on multiple virtual stages throughout the day, allowing attendees from every time zone to attend. Tom's life journey with stuttering has included over 25 years in stuttering support, mostly as a support group leader. 3 out of his 4 household family members stutter, which makes the family dynamic very interesting, as each person stutters & deals with their stutter differently. Lisa & Tom are avid outdoor enthusiasts, and are often found paddling around Florida on the weekends.

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