Podcasts about PFD

Today we start in hour one with Brad Keithley from Alaskans from Sustainable Budgets with the Weekly Top 3. This weeks topics: Dunleavy's one-sided fiscal policy; Why he support the Subchapter S amendment; Walker's PFD proposal. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts before we finish up the hour with a visit with Chris Story from Homer for an uplifting segment.

Jeff was joined by former Governor Bill Walker and Rand Hoffbeck, who recently filed to run as a ticker for governor and lieutenant governor. They discuss why they decided to jump in the race at the last minute, the Permanent Fund yearly draw and the dividend, their plan to pay out $10,000 to each qualified Alaskan to end the PFD, the current attempt at a gasline and his attempt to get it done in the past and as governor, Hoffbeck's time as Revenue commissioner, current issues with the Department of Revenue, and what their plan is to get to make the top four in the primary. 

Custom Boat Idea & Umbrellas | Gear Garage Live Show This podcast is the audio version of the Gear Garage live show, where Zach breaks down technical rafting questions, reviews custom gear, and answers viewer-submitted questions. In this episode, Zach dives into custom raft design specifications, managing first-time rafters on multi-day river trips, and the utility of high-end throw bags. Episode Summary Zach kicks off the episode by introducing a brand-new prototype throw bag from Sockdolager Equipment, designed specifically with thoughtful modifications for packrafters and rafters alike. He highlights how active community involvement and viewer subscriptions help him collaborate with gear manufacturers to test and refine specialized safety equipment before it hits the open market. The core discussion centers around a detailed question from a viewer planning a multi-day raft setup for themselves, their spouse, and two dogs. The viewer asks for a critique of a custom 15-foot Sotar ST raft featuring 22-inch oversized tubes. Zach breaks down the geometric tradeoffs of this configuration, explaining that while larger tubes significantly increase stability and reduce wrap or flip risks, they sacrifice critical interior cargo space. He ultimately advises the viewer to look at the 16-foot Wing Surge or a standard 16-foot Sotar design, sharing his long-held belief that 16-foot boats are the ideal sweet spot for private multi-day boaters to prevent getting hung up in low-water rock gardens. The episode wraps up with a robust safety segment handling swiftwater rescue protocols. Zach discusses how to prepare first-time rafters for high-consequence river environments by analyzing proper safety talks, managing PFD flotation, and remembering structural rescue frameworks like the LUDA and SLUDA acronyms (Leadership, Stabilize, Upstream safety, Downstream safety, After/Assessment). He also outlines practical field techniques for getting un-pinned or out of a sticky hole, such as utilizing a 5-gallon bucket on a downstream rope to create hydraulic leverage. Topics and links that Zach talked about in this episode Safety Gear: Reviewing the new prototype throw bags from Sockdolager Equipment. Custom Hull Design: Sizing recommendations for multi-day Sotar and Wing Inflatables models. Swiftwater Rescue: Understanding structural acronyms like SLUDA for river incident management. Key Questions and Discussion Points Topic: Custom Boats. "Is a 15-foot Sotar with 22-inch tubes a good multi-day choice for two people and two dogs?" Topic: Low-Water Strategy. Why do smaller rafts often sit deeper in the water column and flip or stick more frequently than 16-to-18-foot alternatives? Topic: Group Management. What is the best way to deliver an effective safety talk to first-time passengers on a demanding river trip? Topic: Hydraulic Leverage. How can a standard 5-gallon utility bucket be deployed downstream to assist a surfed or pinned raft? Connect with Zach Instagram YouTube Zach Collier is the owner of Northwest Rafting Company and an International Rafting Federation Rafting Instructor. He has decades of river guiding and expedition experience across the American West and internationally, specializing in technical rowing and professional guide training.

Send us a text and chime in!Prescott Frontier Days® needs you! To really do a rodeo right, it's a year-round job, done lovingly by hundreds of volunteers. Many of these folks have been helping in various areas for decades; often several generations of families have joined in. PFD invites you to join them for the 139th World's Oldest Rodeo that runs from June 29th through July 5th. Descriptions for each task are found here: https://worldsoldestrodeo.com/volunteers/ and the volunteer form is online through the link here: https://www.comevolunteer.com/events/15325-prescott-frontier-days-worlds-oldest-rodeo/volunteer Help is needed in the following areas: Arena: Cowboy Country Grounds: Parking, Security Hospitality (*must be over 21): *Beverage Distribution,...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-frontier-days-volunteers-are-vital-to-rodeo-success-3/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Former Gov. Bill Walker and former Revenue Commissioner Randy Hoffbeck join Alaska’s Political Pipeline to explain why they’re jumping back into the race—and why they say Alaska can’t move forward without a clear, stable fiscal plan. They break down their approach to resource revenue, taxes, and the state’s long-debated LNG gasline, and they defend their headline-grabbing proposal: a one-time $10,000 Permanent Fund Dividend payout tied to ending the PFD program to “get the 600-pound gorilla out of the room.”

Today we'll be all over the headlines in hour one. That includes the new unveiling of the price tag for the AKLNG line, the big push to support Sullivan and the pushback on KPB School contracts and the proposed end of the PFD. Then in hour two we'll visit with Ben Carpenter the host of OversightLIVE on where we go from here.

Today on the Morning Edition, former Gov. Bill Walker is running for governor again and has a proposal regarding the PFD and how to handle it moving forward it he's re-elected to office. We'll share the details. Later, summer activities are beginning all across the state. In the Interior, Summerfest kicks off Friday with a concert at Fort Wainwright. We'll let you know how and when to attend.

Custom Boat Idea & Umbrellas | Gear Garage Live Show This podcast is the audio version of the Gear Garage live show, where Zach breaks down technical rafting questions, reviews custom gear, and answers viewer-submitted questions. In this episode, Zach dives into custom raft design specifications, managing first-time rafters on multi-day river trips, and the utility of high-end throw bags. Episode Summary Zach kicks off the episode by introducing a brand-new prototype throw bag from Sockdolager Equipment, designed specifically with thoughtful modifications for packrafters and rafters alike. He highlights how active community involvement and viewer subscriptions help him collaborate with gear manufacturers to test and refine specialized safety equipment before it hits the open market. The core discussion centers around a detailed question from a viewer planning a multi-day raft setup for themselves, their spouse, and two dogs. The viewer asks for a critique of a custom 15-foot Sotar ST raft featuring 22-inch oversized tubes. Zach breaks down the geometric tradeoffs of this configuration, explaining that while larger tubes significantly increase stability and reduce wrap or flip risks, they sacrifice critical interior cargo space. He ultimately advises the viewer to look at the 16-foot Wing Surge or a standard 16-foot Sotar design, sharing his long-held belief that 16-foot boats are the ideal sweet spot for private multi-day boaters to prevent getting hung up in low-water rock gardens. The episode wraps up with a robust safety segment handling swiftwater rescue protocols. Zach discusses how to prepare first-time rafters for high-consequence river environments by analyzing proper safety talks, managing PFD flotation, and remembering structural rescue frameworks like the LUDA and SLUDA acronyms (Leadership, Stabilize, Upstream safety, Downstream safety, After/Assessment). He also outlines practical field techniques for getting un-pinned or out of a sticky hole, such as utilizing a 5-gallon bucket on a downstream rope to create hydraulic leverage. Topics and links that Zach talked about in this episode Safety Gear: Reviewing the new prototype throw bags from Sockdolager Equipment. Custom Hull Design: Sizing recommendations for multi-day Sotar and Wing Inflatables models. Swiftwater Rescue: Understanding structural acronyms like SLUDA for river incident management. Key Questions and Discussion Points Topic: Custom Boats. "Is a 15-foot Sotar with 22-inch tubes a good multi-day choice for two people and two dogs?" Topic: Low-Water Strategy. Why do smaller rafts often sit deeper in the water column and flip or stick more frequently than 16-to-18-foot alternatives? Topic: Group Management. What is the best way to deliver an effective safety talk to first-time passengers on a demanding river trip? Topic: Hydraulic Leverage. How can a standard 5-gallon utility bucket be deployed downstream to assist a surfed or pinned raft? Connect with Zach Instagram YouTube Zach Collier is the owner of Northwest Rafting Company and an International Rafting Federation Rafting Instructor. He has decades of river guiding and expedition experience across the American West and internationally, specializing in technical rowing and professional guide training.

The National Professional Fishing League (NPFL) is delivering live tournament coverage right on YouTube — and the chat is OPEN. That means you can connect in real time with fellow bass fishing fans as elite professional bass fishing unfolds. And here's the kicker: legendary bass fishing journalist Ken Duke is right there in the chat with you. Whether you're a tournament angler, kayak fisherman, or bank fisherman, this is the live coverage you've been waiting for.Trever's Tip of the Week: Take care of yourself on the water. Hydrate, wear your sunscreen, and always keep your PFD on — especially you kayak anglers. Fishing safety isn't optional, and too many anglers skip the basics.From bass fishing tournament recaps to practical bass fishing tips and fishing safety advice, Before the 1st Cast is your weekly podcast for everything bass fishing.Subscribe for weekly bass fishing tips, tournament coverage, and more from a kayak angler, veteran, and faith-driven fisherman.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support.Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below. PATREON 

Today we start off the week with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets and the Weekly Top 3. This weeks topics: How we are beginning to think about AKLNG; What upper-income Alaskans overlook about the PFD; pushing back on K-12 spending except the AKLEG. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my own thoughts on the Top 3 and then we'll finish up with our weekly PMA boost from our friend Chris Story.

This week on Before the 1st Cast — the bass fishing podcast covering everything from weekend bass fishing to elite-level tournament action and results. We are also breaking down which events are going on this Memorial Day weekend.Plus: it's Memorial Weekend. The ramps are about to get crowded. We're talking boat ramp etiquette, PFD safety, and how to keep your head on a swivel when the weekend warriors hit the water. Whether you're a tournament bass angler, boat angler, kayak fisherman, or bank fisherman — this one's for you.Subscribe for weekly bass fishing tournament news and drop your NPFL Lay Lake picks in the comments.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support.Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below. PATREON 

The operating budget has left the legislature and is on its way to becoming law after the Senate voted to pass it 17-3 Wednesday, the last day of the legislative session. Attached to the budget: a $1,000 PFD and $200 energy relief rebate. As the Army looks to improve quality of life for soldiers, Fort Wainwright has been selected as a testing location for a new pilot initiative involving free Wi-Fi in barracks.

An increase to the PFD makes its way to the next step in the state legislature.Plus, cleaning up across the state, including in the Interior. We hear from a first responder about the efforts to beautify Fairbanks. It’s not every day an 81-year-old races in a triathlon! Meet the Gold Nugget Triathlon co-founder who is still in the game!And Meteorologist Bailey Braun tells us Spring is playing a trick on many parts of the state with another week in the forecast of cloudy skies and a wet weather.

Olá, seja muito bem-vindo ao StandardsCast EP #375 A320/A321. Neste episódio conversamos com Mateus Gurjão e Fernando Lima (Coordenador e Assistente de Flight Standards A320/A321, respectivamente) e trouxemos mais um episódio dedicado ao alinhamento operacional na frota A320. Hoje, abordamos os conceitos de clean cockpit e as boas práticas dentro da cabine de comando, despachos MEL e sua ativação no FlySmart, deseleção de satélites inoperantes, performance crosshcheck, leitura de PFD e ND, e, por fim, takeoff speeds and thurst crosscheck. Forms: https://forms.office.com/r/A23tSQXHuH Em caso de dúvidas, críticas ou sugestões, envie um e-mail para standardscast@voeazul.com.br. Este Podcast foi produzido pela Diretoria de Operações da Azul Linhas Aéreas. Em caso de divergência entre qualquer assunto técnico abordado e os documentos oficiais, os documentos prevalecerão. Todos os direitos reservados.

This podcast is the audio version of the Gear Garage live show, where Zach answers submitted questions and talks shop on technical rafting. In this episode, Zach dives into the logistics of camp selection on the Middle Fork, discusses PFD innovations, and shares technical tips for raft maintenance. Episode Summary Zach starts the episode by highlighting the 40th anniversary of Clackamas River Festival and encouraging boaters to participate in the community races. The main technical discussion focuses on the Middle Fork of the Salmon, specifically how to navigate the camp lottery system and choose sites that accommodate larger groups and diverse frame setups. The conversation shifts to safety gear, where Zach reviews the new NRS Vector PFD. He provides an honest critique of its flotation profile and comfort for rowers. He also answers a detailed question about raft repair, specifically how to deal with delaminating floors and when it's time to retire a vintage boat versus performing a major patch job. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the value of subscribers for gear testing, explaining how a larger community allows him to get his hands on the newest equipment—like the NRS Vector—to provide unbiased reviews for the rafting public. Topics and links that Zach talked about in this episode River Logistics: Planning for Middle Fork Salmon camps. Gear Reviews: The NRS Vector PFD and its design features. Maintenance: Using Stabond adhesive for structural raft repairs. Community: Participating in local whitewater festivals. Key Questions and Discussion Points Topic: Trip Planning. "How do I choose the best camps on the Middle Fork for a 12-person group?" Topic: PFD Design. "Is the NRS Vector a suitable replacement for the Zen or the Green Jacket?" Topic: Repair. "What is the best way to fix a 12-inch floor delamination on an old Hypalon boat?" Topic: Channel Growth. "How do gear companies decide which influencers get to test new equipment?" Connect with Zach Instagram YouTube Zach Collier is the owner of Northwest Rafting Company and an International Rafting Federation Rafting Instructor. He has decades of river guiding and expedition experience across the American West and internationally, specializing in technical rowing and professional guide training.

This innovative tool is sure to support both your clinical heart and your practice as it grows.Guest: Meg Simione, PhD, CCC-SLP and Helen Cohen, BA, CLCEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeRegister for the FREE Empowering Providers PFD seriesThis episode of First Bite features Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, kicking off PFD and ARFID Awareness Month with Meg Simione, PhD, CCC-SLP, and her graduate student, Helen Cohen, BA, CLC, for an in-depth look at the PFD DAISI. Meg and Helen explain how the six DAISI factors, represented by the flower's petals, guide feeding assessment and treatment. They then dive into the four Social Spheres at the flower's core, highlighting their influence on a child's mealtime journey. They share practical tips for using the PFD DAISI in clinical practice, helping SLPs take a holistic, dynamic approach to pediatric feeding care.About the Guests: Meg Simione, PhD, CCC-SLP, is a clinician-scientist specializing in infant and child feeding, growth, and care delivery innovation. She serves as a research scientist in the Division of General Academic Pediatrics at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), a speech-language pathologist, and Instructor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School.Helen Cohen, BA, CLC, is a graduate student at the MGH Institute of Health Professions, where she is pursuing a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology with a concentration in Medical Speech Pathology. Alongside her academic work, she serves as a research assistant at the University of Rhode Island, conducting research on Pediatric Feeding Disorder, Family Centered Care, and Implementation Science.Show Notes:Contact Meg and Helen on LinkedInDownload the PFD DAISIFeeding Innovation Lab: @feedinginnovationlab on InstagramDr Brown's BottlesDysphagia Outreach ProjectFindHelp.orgThe Feeding FlockFeeding MattersLove Money: Support URISSHLA

Explore common GI challenges in autistic individuals, and how they impact feeding, behavior, and participation at mealtimes.Guest: Leena Sayed, MS, CCC-SLPEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeRegister for the FREE PFD series, April 30-May 28In this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, is joined by Leena Sayed, MS, CF-SLP to take a closer look at the connection between autism, gastrointestinal health, and feeding. Together, they discuss how often GI concerns occur, the signs pediatric feeding therapists should be watching for, and how these factors align within the medical domain of PFD.About the Guest: Leena Sayed, MS, CCC-SLP is a recent graduate in Speech-Language Pathology from James Madison University (JMU) in Virginia. She brings hands-on experience working with children with pediatric feeding disorders across university clinic, outpatient hospital, and private practice settings.Show Notes:Bowel Sounds: The Pediatric GI PodcastLove Money Cause: Palestine Children's Relief FundMentioned in this episode:Register for the 2026 Autism Conference

On this week's episode with host Davis Hovey, we hear about a trash fire at the Kodiak Island landfill, Kodiak KINDNESS gets a surprise check from Credit Union 1, Alaska Public Media reports on the state House passing it's budget with a $1,500 PFD, KHNS reports on shipping companies like Matson increasing their rates this month, and the USDA has created an Office of Seafood to treat fishermen like farmers of the sea.

Create safe, supportive assessment experiences to guide trauma-sensitive care.Guest: Lauren Thompson, MEd, CCC-SLP, CLCEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeRegister for the FREE Series: Empowering Providers Through Transforming Pediatric Feeding JourneysIn this part 2 episode, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, welcomes Lauren Thompson, MEd, CCC-SLP, CLC, to explore how trauma can shape feeding experiences for children and families and what that means for clinicians working in pediatric feeding. They focus on evidence-based approaches to trauma-sensitive PFD evaluations, with particular attention to supporting the psychosocial domain of feeding. Lauren also shares practical strategies for delivering trauma-sensitive interventions that support both the child and caregiver.About the Guest(s): Lauren Thompson, M.Ed., CCC-SLP, CLC, is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Certified Lactation Counselor, and the owner of Well Fed Feeding & Swallowing Therapy in New Hampshire. Since 2012, she has supported infants and children with PFD, dysphagia, lactation challenges, ARFID, and feeding-related trauma across inpatient rehabilitation, hospital-based outpatient care, Level II and III NICUs, and public schools.Show Notes:Contact Lauren: @laurenteetheslp on InstagramLauren's Private Practice: Well Fed Feeding TherapyRelated Courses:Trauma and PFD: Moving from Understanding to HealingThe Power of PROM for PFDThe Feeding Flock: Assessment ToolsInfant Feeding Care: Assessment ToolsEzpz Products: Feeding ToolsFind local resources: Findhelp.orgLove Money Cause: Feeding Matters and your Local Food BanksMentioned in this episode:Register for the 2026 Autism Conference

Today we dive into the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: The way the legislative R's are handling the PFD debate is a certain loser. Maybe that's the goal? That giant sucking sound (being heard in HFIN); Whose economy is it, exactly, we are protecting from taxes? Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts and a breakdown of the minority's gripes with the House majority. Then we'll finish up with Chris Story who'll give us our weekly life uplift.

Today we start off in hour one with all the headlines from the weekend. That includes the vote to NOT pay a full PFD and other nonsense from the AKLEG. We'll cover that and more. Then in hour tow well talk with Kristen Coletti-Giesler about SB292 and what the PANS/PANDA situation is and what we should know about it.

Send us a text and chime in!At Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc., we often hear that young fans wish our rodeo could “last all year ‘round.” We're happy to report that the 139th Prescott Frontier Days – World's Oldest Rodeo is just around the corner! In the meantime, PFD has added a new group of activities while they wait. First, check out our website at worldsoldestrodeo.com Located under the “Get Involved” pull-down menu of our website, PFD has added free downloads of a variety of activities for our family of fans. • Rodeo 101 is the World's Oldest Rodeo tri-fold brochure that contains descriptions of each event....   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-frontier-days-offers-new-activities-for-fans/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Today we'll diving into the Weekly Top3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks 3 big topics: PFD hypocrisy, A Constitutionally-dedicated education fund, An interesting LNG presentation. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts, plus give a big thank you to a Fairbanks friend. Then we'll finish up with our weekly Story time with Chris Story.

JUNEAU, Alaska (KTUU) -- On this edition of Alaska's Political Pipeline: as lawmakers return from their Easter and Passover break, much waits for their return including the operating budget which has made it's way to the House Floor and includes a full statutory $3,800 PFD. That amount, though, may not be what Alaskans ultimately receive.  Join John Thompson and Wil Courtney as they break down the latest headlines in national, state and local politics.

Today we start off the show with a visit from Brad Anderson, president of the Homer Chamber to discuss the Homer Winter King Tournament and all the challenges they've had this year. We'll also discuss the vote on the full PFD from yesterday and the theater surrounding it. Then in hour two we'll visit with Senator Robb Myers to talk about the discussion on dedicated funds as well as the lowering of the Governor's Veto powers.

How can a simple tool can strengthen complex clinical decision-making?Guests: Kelly Kleinhans, PhD, CCC-SLP, and Courtney Richards, MS, CCC-SLP, CLCEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeKelly and Courtney share how mind maps and case-based learning are used in graduate training to help learners organize complex information, recognize patterns, and connect assessment findings to meaningful intervention planning. Explore how these strategies can support diverse learning styles while also strengthening supervision and mentoring conversations. Use these tools to help students make sense of complex PFD cases and translate knowledge into confident, thoughtful clinical decisions.About the Guests: Dr. Kelly Kleinhans is a professor, program director, and clinical education enthusiast who is passionate about helping graduate students become confident, compassionate, and practice-ready SLPs. She leads the Master of Speech-Language Pathology program at Austin Peay State University.Courtney Richards, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, is the Lead Feeding Therapist at Advanced Therapy Solutions (ATS) in Clarksville, TN, where she oversees the feeding program across three clinics. Show Notes:Bridging Pedagogy and Practice: Case-Based Learning and Mind Maps by Kelly Kleinhans, Courtney Richards, and Alison DesommaSupplemental Material APSU Speech-Language & Swallowing Community ClinicFeeding Therapy Sweatshirt - Courtney's Etsy Store Feeding Matters Power of Two ProgramSupport Feeding MattersRelated Course: Research to "Chew On" with Dr. Amy Delaney RAM ClinicsGut: The Inside Story of Our Body's Most Underrated Organ by Giulia Enders If Disney Ran Your Hospital: 9 1/2 Things You Would Do Differently by Fred Lee Mentioned in this episode:Register for the School-based Feeding and Swallowing Masterclass

This podcast is the audio version of the Gear Garage Live Show, where Zach answers submitted questions and talks all things whitewater. In this episode, Zach addresses the necessity of rescue harnesses on PFDs for rafters and highlights new online training opportunities for rowing and rescue skills. Episode Summary Zach begins the show by highlighting his online rowing and rescue schools. These courses are designed to provide foundational knowledge that can be difficult to find in a structured format elsewhere. While video training can never replace real time on the oars, these lessons—ranging from basic rowing to advanced class IV and V skills—offer a comprehensive and organized resource for boaters at all levels. The main topic of the episode centers on rescue harnesses (quick-release belts) on PFDs. Following up on a previous discussion, Zach shares a viewer's comment about why many boaters wear rescue PFDs despite having little use for the actual harness. The consensus is that the highest quality materials, most durable fabrics, and most functional pockets are often only found on "rescue" models like the Astral Green Jacket. Zach compares these to non-rescue versions, such as the Astral Bowen (formerly the Blue Jacket), noting that the latter often features thinner, less durable mesh fabrics. Zach advocates for manufacturers to offer high-quality, "pro-level" PFDs that include the best pockets and materials without the added weight and complexity of a rescue harness, which he feels can sometimes be a negative for dedicated rafters. Topics and links that Zach talked about in this episode Training: Online Rowing School and Foundations of Whitewater Rescue. Gear: Comparing the Astral Green Jacket and the Astral Bowen. Safety: The debate over rescue harnesses for private rafters. Key Discussion Points from this Episode Topic: Training. Why should boaters consider online rescue and rowing courses? Topic: PFD Design. Why are the best pockets and materials restricted to rescue PFDs? Topic: Rescue Harnesses. Is the added weight and complexity of a rescue belt worth it for a rafter? Topic: Gear Comparisons. What are the primary differences between "pro" and "standard" PFD models? Connect with Zach Instagram YouTube Zach Collier is the owner of Northwest Rafting Company and an International Rafting Federation Rafting Instructor. He has decades of river guiding and expedition experience across the American West and internationally, specializing in technical rowing and professional guide training.

This podcast is the audio version of the Gear Garage Live Show, where Zach talks shop on technical rafting setups and river safety. In this episode, Zach dives into the math behind oar length, the essential knots every boater must know, and a controversial "rant" about the dangers of rescue harnesses for most private boaters. Episode Summary Zach starts the episode with a technical deep dive into oar length. He explains that choosing the right oar isn't just about the width of the boat, but about the "leverage ratio" between the inboard and outboard sections. He provides a specific formula to help boaters find their "sweet spot" to avoid fatigue and shoulder injury while maintaining power in heavy water. The conversation shifts to essential skills, specifically knots. Zach identifies the few critical knots that solve 99% of river problems, emphasizing the Bowline, the Figure 8 series, and the Taut-line hitch. He argues that mastery of a few versatile knots is far superior to having a shallow understanding of many. The episode concludes with a serious safety discussion regarding rescue harnesses (quick-release belts) on PFDs. Zach shares his concern that many boaters wear them without ever practicing "live bait" rescues, effectively carrying a "loaded gun" on their chest. He challenges the industry to reconsider if these tools belong in the hands of anyone without professional-level training and constant practice. Topics and links that Zach talked about in this episode Technical Skills: Essential knots for rafting and rowing. Gear Setup: Calculating oar length leverage ratios. Safety Controversy: The pros and cons of PFD rescue harnesses. Some of the Questions that Zach covered in the Q&A section Topic: Oar Length. "How do I know if my oars are too long or too short for my frame width?" Topic: Knots. "What is the best knot for tying a raft to a trailer or a tree?" Topic: PFD Features. "Should I buy a rescue vest even if I haven't taken a swiftwater course?" Topic: Frame Setup. "Does oar tower height affect the leverage of my rowing stroke?" Zach's Key Takeaways The 1:2 Leverage Rule: Aim for a leverage ratio where your inboard length is roughly half of your outboard length to maximize efficiency. Practice the Release: If you wear a rescue harness, you must practice pulling the toggle under tension; otherwise, it's a liability, not a safety tool. Knot Mastery: If you can't tie a Bowline behind your back or in the dark, you don't know it well enough yet for a high-stress river rescue. Connect with Zach Instagram YouTube Zach Collier is the owner of Northwest Rafting Company and an International Rafting Federation Rafting Instructor. He has decades of river guiding and expedition experience across the American West and internationally, specializing in technical rowing and professional guide training.

Improve your foiling skills in paradise! Join us in Montanita Ecuador May 23-30, 2026 for a foil drive / tow / prone foil camp with Ecuador Foil, KT Foiling & Julia Castro. Learn MoreOn this episode, Charlie Newlands (owner of SWS Muskoka, E-Foil Sports Muskoka, and a top Canadian water ski show performer) joins Luc Moore (host of the Foil Life Podcast) for a fun, wide-ranging chat about his lifelong passion for water sports, from professional show skiing to becoming one of Ontario's leading eFoil ambassadors.Charlie shares his roots growing up on Lake Rosseau in Muskoka, Ontario—working at the local ski school as a kid, buying it in 2006 with his family, and expanding into marinas, ski shows, and eventually eFoiling. A fellow Canadian (with stints living in Australia for years, performing at SeaWorld, and traveling globally for shows), he recounts how sit-down hydrofoiling became his gateway to the foil world 20+ years ago, leading to Guinness World Records (including 28 hydrofoils behind one boat and 10 simultaneous backflips), and earning him the 2024 IWWF Male Show Skier of the Year award.They dive into the explosion of eFoiling in Canada's cottage country—flat-water cruising on the Muskoka lakes (Lake Rosseau, Lake Joseph, Lake Muskoka), why jet-powered boards like Fliteboard are essential due to Canadian regulations prohibiting exposed propellers (with tips on staying legal, wearing life jackets, and riding respectfully), and how eFoils have become a game-changer for ski schools by keeping more people on the water longer.Episode Highlights:- First eFoil experiences: Discovering Lift/MSLR Electric during COVID, then partnering with Fliteboard in 2022 as a top Ontario dealer—selling nearly 100 boards, running three Flight School locations (including at JW Marriott Deerhurst), and offering lessons, rentals, and demos- Safety focus: Why jet propulsion is safer (no exposed prop risk), Fliteboard's standout features (Light Rider mode for kids/teens, speed limits, geofenced fly zones via the app, kill switch on release), leash recommendations for bigger water/ocean vs. flat lakes, and real talk on freak falls (wings/mast usually hit first)- Muskoka eFoiling life: Cruising islands/docks, pairing with wake surfing/skiing, family-friendly vibe, winter rides in drysuits through slushy rivers/ice chunks for epic content, and even cutting down Fliteboard foils to ride the indoor lake at the Toronto International Boat Show- Show skiing world: Combining barefoot, jumps, pyramids, flips, and themed routines (Batman vibes!) in 45-minute spectacles—plus how sit-down foils powered global gigs in Australia, India, Dubai, and the US- Beyond eFoiling: Love for wake foiling (pumping endless waves behind the boat), growing interest in downwind/prone/para foiling on Georgian Bay, Flite Scooter as a beginner-friendly stepping stone, and family involvement (his wife foils too!)- Future dreams: Airplane-friendly batteries for travel (the ultimate game-changer), more downwinding adventures, potential events/pump foils at boat shows, and connecting the foil community across CanadaIf you're into eFoils on beautiful Canadian lakes, navigating regs safely, blending tow/foil/wake sports, or just love water stoke from a guy who's lived it all (ski shows to jet-powered gliding)—this episode is packed with insider tips, safety insights, hilarious stories, and pure enthusiasm for getting more people on the water.Check out Charlie on Instagram at @charlienewlands, E-Foil Sports Muskoka at @efoil.sports.muskoka, SWS Muskoka at @swsmuskoka, book lessons/rentals via swsmuskoka.com or efoilsportsmuskoka.com (authorized Fliteboard dealer/service), or hit him up for a session when you're in Ontario. Come ride Muskoka's lakes—flat water, endless summer vibes, and foil freedom await!Listen now and get hyped for the short-but-sweet Canadian season. Stay safe, wear that PFD, and fly! ❄️

Moving from understanding to healing in pediatric feeding care.Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeIn this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, is grateful to host Lauren Thompson, MEd, CCC-SLP, CLC, for a powerful conversation about trauma and Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD). Healing trauma takes time, compassion, and the willingness to move through fear in order to better understand what “trauma” is, especially as it relates to pediatric feeding. Together, Michelle and Lauren differentiate between “trauma-informed” and “trauma-sensitive” care, and Lauren offers thoughtful, practical strategies to help SLPs create trauma-sensitive feeding environments for those they are called to serve.This is part one of a two-part conversation. Part two will be released in April 2026.About the Guest(s): Lauren Thompson, M.Ed., CCC-SLP, CLC, is the owner of Well Fed Feeding & Swallowing Therapy in Londonderry, New Hampshire. Since 2012, she has supported infants and children with PFD, dysphagia, lactation challenges, ARFID, and feeding-related trauma across inpatient rehabilitation, hospital-based outpatient care, Level II and III NICUs, and public schools. Lauren blends trauma-sensitive care, connection-focused interventions, and play-based approaches to help families build safe, joyful, and pressure-free mealtime experiences.Show Notes:Contact Lauren: @laurenteetheslp on InstagramLauren's Private Practice: Well Fed Feeding TherapyLove Money Cause: Feeding MattersRelated Course: Allyship and Advocacy in Pediatric Feeding Disorder with Tracy Camille JohnsonMentioned in this episode:Register for the School-based Feeding and Swallowing Masterclass

This podcast is the audio version of the Gear Garage Live Show, where Zach answers submitted questions and talks all things whitewater. In this episode, Zach dives deep into river safety "rants," analyzes rescue videos, and discusses the importance of professional training for both private boaters and aspiring guides. Zach begins the show by announcing new one-day rescue clinics offered by Northwest Rafting Company. These clinics are designed as a "palatable" way for private boaters to gain experience in specific areas like mechanical advantage and throw bags without committing to a full three-day course. He also shares a personal "safety rant," emphasizing that while some may call him a "safety squirrel," his access to non-public incident reports drives his passion for teaching rescue techniques. A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to video analysis. Zach reviews footage of a "pushing move" gone wrong, explaining why aggressive maneuvers can leave boaters exposed and sideways to obstacles. He suggests that many situations are better handled by pulling or using a "ferry" to maintain control. He also reviews a rescue scenario in flat water, cautioning against the reflexive use of throw ropes which can create dangerous tangles in the water. The discussion also touches on gear essentials, particularly PFD selection. Zach notes that while many kayakers prefer low-profile vests for agility, rafters—especially larger individuals—benefit from higher flotation models like the Astral Indus or specific NRS rescue vests. He concludes with a reminder that professional growth in the industry requires "time on the water," recommending programs like the Class III Rowing School for those looking to build a solid foundation. Topics and links that Zach talked about in this episode Training: Northwest Rafting Company Rescue Clinics and Class III Rowing School. Gear: PFD selection and the dangers of ropes in flat water rescues. Safety: Using your voice as a rescue tool (Speech, Reach, Throw, Row, Go).

Today we start off with our normal visit with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks Top 3 topics: the overreach in Senate Resources; how regressive IS the income tax; how much do some hate the PFD? Then in hour two we'll be joined by candidate for Governor Bernadette Wilson for the whole hour.

The Amy Demboski Show 2-20-26 Amy explains The Pfd fight

On today's Morning Edition, a lot of uncertainty as questions about the PFD and the amount for this year float around the state. Rumors have been swirling that there won't even be a PFD this year. Well, we asked lawmakers what is happening and we'll fill you in on the important details. Plus, ice art championships in Fairbanks are underway. We'll take a look at some of what's being made and find out how much more there is to enjoy.

An Epic E1000, N98FK, crashed near Steamboat Springs, Colorado during a night RNAV (GPS) approach. The lateral track was almost perfect, but the vertical profile was fatal: the airplane remained on an LNAV+V "advisory glide slope" and descended below the 9,100-foot MDA into terrain. Max explains what Garmin calls Advisory Vertical Guidance, why LNAV+V can look nearly identical to an LPV on the PFD, and why it does not provide obstacle protection below minimums. He shows the airplane crossed the FAF MABKY and stepdown fix WDCHK essentially on altitude—then continued descending instead of leveling at MDA. Max reviews the three requirements in 91.175(c) for descending below an MDA, explains why many autopilots will fly any coupled glidepath right through minimums unless you intervene, and decodes chart warnings like "Visual Segment – Obstacles" / "34:1 is not clear." He also shares his own simulator experience flying the RNAV (GPS) Z RWY 32 at KSBS and hitting the same mountain when the autopilot was coupled to the advisory glidepath. If you're getting value from this show, please support the show via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or Patreon. Support the Show by buying a Lightspeed ANR Headsets Max has been using only Lightspeed headsets for nearly 25 years! I love their tradeup program that let's you trade in an older Lightspeed headset for a newer model. Start with one of the links below, and Lightspeed will pay a referral fee to support Aviation News Talk. Lightspeed Delta Zulu Headset $1299NEW – Lightspeed Zulu 4 Headset $1099 Lightspeed Zulu 3 Headset $949Lightspeed Sierra Headset $749 My Review on the Lightspeed Delta Zulu Send us your feedback or comments via email If you have a question you'd like answered on the show, let listeners hear you ask the question, by recording your listener question using your phone. Mentioned on the ShowBuy Max Trescott's G3000 Book Call 800-247-6553 Video of the Week: Free Index to the first 282 episodes of Aviation New Talk So You Want To Learn to Fly or Buy a Cirrus seminars Online Version of the Seminar Coming Soon – Register for Notification Check out our recommended ADS-B receivers, and order one for yourself. Yes, we'll make a couple of dollars if you do. Get the Free Aviation News Talk app for iOS or Android. Check out Max's Online Courses: G1000 VFR, G1000 IFR, and Flying WAAS & GPS Approaches. Find them all at: https://www.pilotlearning.com/ Social Media Like Aviation News Talk podcast on Facebook Follow Max on Instagram Follow Max on Twitter Listen to all Aviation News Talk podcasts on YouTube or YouTube Premium "Go Around" song used by permission of Ken Dravis; you can buy his music at kendravis.com If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.

Today it's Brad Keithley and the Weekly Top 3. This weeks big three topics: What's going on with the PFD; The Permanent Fund Corp itself shows why some are trying to create a back-door; Comparing PFD cuts v. sales tax by legislative district. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts and hit any of the headlines we missed. Then we'll finish up with the show with a visit from Chris Story who will give us our weekly positivity boost.

Tobia Lezuo ist Chefmeteorologe bei XC Therm. Ein Gespräch über die Grundlagen und Grenzen von Thermikprognosen +++ Wer ernsthaft das Streckenfliegen ins Visier nimmt, der will natürlich wissen, wann die besten Tage dafür sind. Gut erkennbar wird das mithilfe von Thermikprognosen – vor allem solchen, die den Nutzern direkt potenzielle Flugdistanzen eines Tages, kurz PFD, wie ein Lockmittel vor die Nase halten. Einst war das eine Domäne der auf Regionen bezogenen Regtherm-Prognose des DWD, bis dieser das Modell Anfang 2024 einstellte. Zwei andere Anbieter, Burnair und XC Therm, führen es aber weiter. Und nicht nur das. Sie haben die Regtherm-Regionen verfeinert und ihnen teils ganz neue Zuschnitte gegeben, um die Thermikbedingungen entlang klassischer Flugrouten mit dem Gleitschirm noch besser abzubilden. Treibende Kraft hinter dieser Entwicklung bei XC Therm ist Tobia Lezuo, 28 Jahre jung, aus Südtirol und heute in Davos lebend. Tobia bezeichnet sich selbst als Meteo-Nerd. Er ist aber auch begeisterter Gleitschirmflieger und kann die komplexe Welt der Wetterkunde sehr gut in die Verständniswelt von Ottonormalpiloten übersetzen. In dieser Episode 180 von Podz-Glidz erzählt Tobia unter anderem, wie er sich schon als Kind für das Wetter interessierte. Er erklärt, wie das Regtherm-Modell die regionalen Thermikprognosen erstellt und wie es sich dabei von anderen Wettermodellen unterscheidet. Und wir sprechen auch darüber, warum es so wichtig ist, ein Prozessverständnis für die Wetterabläufe zu entwickeln anstatt den Modellen blind zu vertrauen. +++ Wenn Du Podz-Glidz und den Blog Lu-Glidz fördern möchtest, so findest Du alle zugehörigen Infos unter: https://lu-glidz.blogspot.com/p/fordern.html +++ Musik dieser Folge: Track: To Weather a Storm | Künstler: Dan Lebowitz Youtube Audio Library https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZHioFn3t7I +++ Lu-Glidz Links: + Blog: https://lu-glidz.blogspot.com + Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luglidz + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luglidz/ + Whatsapp-Kanal: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaBVs05CHDynzdlJlU34 + Youtube: https://youtube.com/@Lu-Glidz + Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/lu-glidz + Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZNvk83xxGHHtfgFjiAHyJ + Apple-Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/de/podcast/podz-glidz-der-lu-glidz-podcast/id1447518310?mt=2 + Linktree: https://linktr.ee/luglidz +++ LINKS zu Tobia Lezuo + XC Therm: https://xctherm.com + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xctherm/ + Website: https://mountain-meteorologists.org/ + Video chaotisches Pendel: https://youtu.be/dhZxdV2naw8

In this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya and co-host Butch Thierry step away from the usual bite breakdown to deliver a wintertime episode that can save lives on the water. They focus on boating safety, complacency, and the small gear decisions that matter most when something goes wrong fast. On the safety side, they sit down with Capt. Larry Higgins, owner of KWiggler Lures, who shares a firsthand account of a low-light boating collision in a bayou that ended with him ejected from the boat and suffering multiple hip fractures. Larry explains how quickly the situation developed, why being close to the bank in shallow water likely kept the outcome from being far worse, and how an Apple Watch became a critical communication tool when phones were lost in the chaos. They also dig into the biggest takeaway from the incident: you can be wearing a kill switch and still be wearing it wrong. Larry breaks down how his bungee-style lanyard looped around his wrist nearly failed to pull free, the importance of attaching the lanyard to a reliable point that will not rip out, and why testing your kill switch should be part of your routine. The episode closes with practical winter safety priorities—wearing a PFD you will actually keep on, keeping signaling gear accessible, and building habits that reduce risk no matter what other boaters do.   Sponsors: Dixie Supply and Baker Metal Killerdock Coastal Connection EXP Realty AFTCO SlipSki Solutions Black Buffalo Stayput Anchor Hilton's Realtime Navigator

Full show today, starting in hour one with Senator Robb Myers from the Interior. We'll discuss the current state of the session as well as some of the issues from around the state, including deferred maintenance issue that are now coming to the fore. Then in hour two we'll talk with former Representative Ben Carpenter. We'll talk about the state of the budget and the push to use the remaining $685 million of the PFD to fund legislators favorite projects.

Today it's just you and me and a whole bunch of headlines from arum the state to discuss. We'll also dive into the new series from Sen Robb Myers on the PFD and a discussion on the feasibility of the AKLNG line. Plus we'll take your phone calls to see what's on your mind as well.

This podcast is the audio version of the Gear Garage Live Show, where we answer submitted questions and talk all things whitewater. In this episode, Zach takes a deep dive into Personal Rescue Equipment (PRE), specifically focusing on the flip line. While it seems like a simple piece of webbing, there is a lot of debate around the length, the type of webbing used, and whether or not to use locking carabiners. Zach also answers viewer questions about the mechanics of righting a flipped raft and how to stay safe while doing it. Flip Lines: The Setup Zach starts by breaking down his personal flip line setup. The “standard” for most guides is about 10 to 12 feet of 1-inch tubular webbing. Tubular vs. Flat Webbing: Zach highly recommends tubular webbing. It's easier on the hands, holds knots better, and has a higher breaking strength for this specific application. The Length: While 10 feet is standard, Zach discusses why taller guides or those running high-frame gear boats might prefer 12 feet to get more leverage. The Knot: Most guides use a simple water knot to create a loop, but Zach discusses the pros and cons of keeping it as a single line with a carabiner on one end. The Carabiner Debate: To Lock or Not? One of the most contentious topics in raft rescue is the carabiner on your flip line. Non-Locking: The argument here is speed. In a high-stress flip situation, you want to be able to clip and pull immediately. Locking: The safety argument is that a non-locking carabiner can accidentally “gate-load” or clip onto something it shouldn't (like your own PFD or another rope), creating a snag hazard. Zach's Take: Zach leans towards the efficiency of a non-locking gate but emphasizes that gear choice should always be dictated by your specific comfort level and the type of water you are running. Righting the Raft Flipping a boat back over isn't just about strength; it's about physics. Zach breaks down the “lean back” technique: High Side/Low Side: Identify where the current is pushing the boat. The Foot Placement: Get your feet high on the side of the tube to create a pivot point. The Weight: Use your body weight, not your arm strength. The “Pop”: For larger gear boats, Zach discusses using a second person or a “Z-drag” style setup if the boat is pinned or suctioned to the water. Personal Rescue Equipment (PRE) The show wraps up with a discussion on what else should be on your person. Zach emphasizes that your flip line shouldn't be your only tool. A high-quality whistle, a reliable river knife (accessible with either hand), and a throw bag should be the foundation of your kit before you start worrying about advanced mechanical advantage hardware. The Donner und Blitzen River Zach highlights the "Blitzen" as one of the most elusive and rewarding high-desert runs in Oregon. Because it relies entirely on snowmelt from the Steens Mountains, the window to boat it is incredibly "flashy", often opening and closing within a matter of days. Zach emphasizes that this isn't a run for heavy gear boats; the narrow, continuous nature of the canyon requires nimble craft like small catarafts or 12-foot rafts. He notes that while the logistics are simple (no permit required), the technicality and remote location mean your team needs to be self-sufficient and ready for a "no-swim" environment. Connect with Us Catch every new episode of the Gear Garage Live Show by subscribing on your favorite podcast platform. For rafting trips, guide training, and expert resources, visit Northwest Rafting Company and the Whitewater Guidebook. Hosted by Zach Collier | Produced by Northwest Rafting Company

Send us a textThe 20th edition of the Arctic Report Card was released on December 16th, 2025 with an impressive compilation of scientific reports on the Arctic. Today's conversation is with editor and long-time contributor, Rick Thoman, who is an award winning climate specialist at IARC's Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Preparedness(ACCAP). Rick has attempted retirement more than once, but his passion for all things Arctic and climate fuel numerous newsletters and also news rooms as he is truly an expert on this topic. His positive impacts are felt amongst Arctic peoples and also for being a wonderful liaison between the scientific community and Arctic policy makers. The Arctic Report Card is an annual report supported by NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) with Pan-Arctic perspective and an independent editorial team. The efforts of scientists and climate specialists to create this robust scientific peer reviewed report is in Ricks words, "Herculean"!  The amount of work contributed to this scientific document is extremely important in documenting climate change in the Arctic, which is warming at an alarming rate. Rick discusses highlights that include surface air temperatures and impacts on intensity of storms, including Typhoon Halong, as well as terrestrial snow cover, Greenland Ice Sheet, sea ice, glaciers, marine algae, tundra greenness...all in relatable terminology from complex and hard earned scientific data.  The Report Card is intended for a wide audience, including scientists, teachers, students, decision-makers and the general public interested in the Arctic environment and science. It is encouraged that the Report Card to be utilized and studied, as the scientific community has created it to be an easily read report for the general population to better understand the complexities of the warming Arctic.Here is the link to the 2025 Arctic Report Card:https://arctic.noaa.gov/report-card/report-card-2025/This year held a photo contest for the cover of the Arctic Report Card:https://globalocean.noaa.gov/2025-arctic-report-card-photo-video-contest/Here is the full PFD on the 2025 Arctic Report Card. https://arctic.noaa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ArcticReportCard_full_report2025.pdfBe sure to visit this year's Arctic Report Card 2025 for all of the in-depth scientific review of the things that have caught attention of this year's events. Here is the executive summary of the 2025 Arctic Report Card:https://arctic.noaa.gov/report-card/report-card-2025/executive-summary-2025/Thank you for listening the the Alaska Climate and Aviation Podcast!Katie Writerjournalist/pilot/photographerktphotowork@gmail.com907/863-7669PS. If you enjoy the Alaska Climate and Aviation Podcast, become a subscriber. Thanks for tuning in! Click here if you'd like to support the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/951223/supporters/newphoto credit: Joana Kristin Steffens~finalist for Arctic Report Card Photo ContestSupport the showYou can visit my website for links to other episodes and see aerial photography of South Central Alaska at:https://www.katiewritergallery.com

Guests: Maggie Wheeler, MS, CCC-SLP, and Briana Klar, MS, CCC-SLPEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/pfd-and-utImagine a world where every SLP receives hands-on training in pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders as part of their university practicum experience! How incredible would it be to build a foundation in patient care alongside early literacy and speech-sound strategies?Thanks to Maggie Wheeler, MS, CCC-SLP, and Briana Klar, MS, CCC-SLP, at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, that vision is becoming a reality. These inspiring educators are integrating interprofessional education for the evaluation and treatment of PFD into their graduate program while providing exceptional care to little ones in their community.In this First Bite episode, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, sits down with Maggie and Briana to learn how they brought this vision to life and to share ideas for creating similar opportunities at your university.Show Notes:University of Tennessee Foundation: https://utfi.org/giving/About the Guests: Maggie Wheeler, MS, CCC-SLP, has been with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center since 2018, serving in the Pediatric Language Clinic and, more recently, the UT Hearing and Speech Center, working as a clinical assistant professor. She has expertise in parent training, early intervention, autism, and early language. Ms. Wheeler also treats early intervention patients with pediatric feeding and augmentative communication needs. Her previous experience in public schools has made her passionate about helping parents smoothly transition from early intervention into the public school system. She also strives to support her family by connecting them with local resources to support the needs of their child.Briana Klar, MS, CCC-SLP, is a clinical instructor at the UT Hearing and Speech Center with a focus on pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders. Her clinical experience spans private practice, schools, and pediatric outpatient. Briana is passionate about using a responsive feeding approach to create positive, family-centered feeding environments that support both children and their caregivers in overcoming feeding difficulties. In addition to her work in pediatric feeding, Briana also has a strong interest in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and enjoys helping children with complex communication needs.

In this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, is joined by Dr. Amy Talbot, Director and Clinical Psychologist of the Talbot Centre in Australia, to unpack the well-established overlap between Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) and Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). For SLPs new to this area of practice, the lines between roles and responsibilities, particularly with respect to each diagnosis, can be blurry, and Dr. Talbot is here to clean it all up!If you are curious as to what the differences are between PFD and ARFID and want to learn more about how a psychologist can contribute to the care of clients with feeding-related concerns (PFD/ARFID) as part of a multidisciplinary team, then be sure to join this conversation.By the end of the hour, Amy plans to equip guests with strategies for building relationships with suitably trained or qualified psychologists as part of their referral network, aiming to grow a robust interprofessional practice team.Show Notes: Feeding Matters: https://www.feedingmatters.orgTalbot Centre: https://thetalbotcentre.com.auButterfly Foundation: https://butterfly.org.auAbout the Guest(s): Dr Amy Talbot (she/her) is a multi-award-winning clinical psychologist and director of The Talbot Centre, a multidisciplinary service in Sydney. Her work focuses on eating, feeding, and body image concerns, with an emphasis on neurodiversity-affirming, family-centred care. Amy is a sought-after presenter, supervisor, and researcher, known for advancing interdisciplinary approaches to complex case formulation and integrating lived experience perspectives to improve outcomes for individuals with ARFID and related feeding disorders.Follow First Bite: https://linktr.ee/FirstBitePodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36kfA1xbU156vHPilALVoJ?si=086bed1210af45d5Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/first-bite/id1399630680

Full conversation with Melissa Davis, MS, CCC-SLP and Jenna Nassar, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, for "Intraprofessional Practice: Strategies for Effective Collaboration Between SLPs" an episode of the First Bite podcast.Hosted by: Michelle Dawson MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-SEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/intraprofessional-practice-strategiesIn this episode of First Bite, we're exploring what effective intraprofessional practice really looks like for SLPs in pediatrics. When colleagues collaborate well, everyone benefits—especially the little ones we serve.Join Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, as she interviews Melissa Davis, MS, CCC-SLP, owner of Speech Therapy for Kids and co-owner of Kids Therapy Spot in Starkville and Columbus, MS, and Jenna Nassar, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, clinician and instructor in the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Together, they share how they make intraprofessional collaboration work for optimal continuity of care.Tune in to learn what a typical day looks like for a pediatric medical SLP in different settings, discover strategies to strengthen your clinical skills across those settings, and gain practical ideas for communicating effectively—even across hundreds of miles—so that the little ones on both your caseloads thrive.About the Guest(s): Melissa Davis, MS CCC-SLP, is the owner of Speech Therapy for Kids and co-owner of Kids Therapy Spot located in Starkville and Columbus, MS. Melissa received her bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Middle Tennessee State University in May of 2000 and her master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Mississippi University for Women in May of 2002. Melissa worked for two rehabilitation companies from 2002 to 2009, providing speech therapy services in homes and daycare centers for children in the early intervention program. In January 2010, Melissa went into private practice. She now has two outpatient clinics in Starkville and Columbus, MS, in addition to contracting speech therapy services at three Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Facilities and the private schools in Starkville, MS. In addition to owning a private practice, Melissa continues to be a treating SLP primarily focusing on treating children with pediatric feeding disorders at her two outpatient clinics, in addition to the PPEC in Starkville, MS. She also consults on patients with PFD at the PPECs located in Meridian and Columbus, MS. Melissa is an active volunteer with Feeding Matters and was on the 2023 and 2024 ASHA PFD topic committee. She consistently speaks to undergraduate and graduate students at various universities about PFD and has also had numerous speaking engagements, presenting information on opening and operating a private practice.Jenna Nassar, MS CCC-SLP, BCS-S, is a pediatric speech pathologist and an instructor in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Cancer at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. In addition to these roles, she also serves as the pediatric outpatient team leader, clinical Internship coordinator for the Department of Speech Pathology, and as a member of the cleft and craniofacial team. She specializes in pediatric swallowing and feeding disorders and serves patients both inpatient and outpatient at Batson Children's Hospital. She holds Board Certification in swallow and swallowing disorders through the ABSSD. She is trained in a variety of treatment approaches for feeding and swallowing disorders. She is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the Mississippi Speech-Language-Hearing Association, SIG 13, and Feeding Matters. She was awarded the 2023 Clinical Achievement Award from the Mississippi Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the Association's Honors in 2025. In 20024, she served on the Pediatric Feeding...

Today we dive into the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable budgets. This weeks topics: Is this the final straw that breaks the PFD? It's not just Ds that propose spending without saying how they will pay for it; Maybe Jon Faulkner just needs to start over. Then in hour two I'll go over my thoughts and then we'll finish up with Chris Story for our PMA uplift.

Today we've got a surprise guest with Dave Bronson coming on to discuss all the speculation on his next steps in the state of Alaska. We'll see what rumors are true and what's not. Then in hour two we'll open up the phone lines and talk with you while I give us a much needed recap on the timeline of the the sacrifice of the PFD on the alter or state spending.

Guest: Amy Delaney, PhD, CCC-SLPEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/research-to-chew-onIf pediatric feeding and swallowing are your passion, you won't want to miss this conversation on First Bite. Host Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, welcomes Dr. Amy Delaney, PhD, CCC-SLP, from Marquette University to share the latest findings from the Neurodevelopmental Feeding and Swallowing Lab. Dr. Delaney unpacks neurodevelopmental norms, ongoing research in Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD), and key insights from her recent publication on texture progression. With her expertise, you'll gain a clearer understanding of how evidence is shaping clinical practice and what it means for the future of pediatric feeding.Whether you're looking to sharpen your knowledge base or stay up to date with cutting-edge research, this episode offers practical and impactful takeaways you can bring straight to your work with children and families.About the Guest: Amy Delaney, PhD, CCC-SLP, is an Assistant Professor in Speech Pathology and Audiology at Marquette University. She is the Director of the Neurodevelopmental Feeding and Swallowing Lab, which focuses on establishing a normative reference for feeding development to identify diagnostic criteria and assessment tools for the early and accurate diagnosis of pediatric feeding disorders (PFDs). Amy worked at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin for 20 years, specializing in advanced diagnostics and intervention for PFD and pediatric dysphagia in medically complex children. She is a Founding Member of the Medical Professional Council and currently serves as the Chair of the Educational Pillar for Feeding Matters. Amy co-authored the Infant and Child Feeding Questionnaire© and the PFD consensus paper by Goday et al. in 2019. She enjoys walking her mini Bernedoodle, being goofy with her 10-year-old daughter, and coaching soccer.

Guest: Ivonne Maldonado De la Rosa, PhD., MLS, CCC-SLPEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/health-and-pfdSocial Determinants of Health (SDOH) directly impact access to evaluation and intervention for infants, toddlers, and children with pediatric feeding disorder. But, how comfortable are you in identifying them? Do you have strategies for overcoming the barriers to care that SDOH create? What are the roles/impact of cultural beliefs and language(s) and their impact on SDOH and PFD? To answer these profound questions, as well as countless others, "First Bite" is honored to host the brilliant Ivonne Maldonado De la Rosa, Ph.D., MLS, CCC-SLP, for an hour to enlighten us on potential solutions and strategies for overcoming known and unknown barriers related to SDOH and PFD.About the Guest:Dr. Ivonne Maldonado-De la Rosa is a bilingual speech-language pathologist, researcher, and assistant professor at A.T. Still University in Arizona. She holds a Master of Legal Studies from Arizona State University's Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, which complements her research and advocacy for equity in healthcare access. Her clinical and academic work focuses on pediatric feeding disorders, swallowing, bilingualism, and the impact of social determinants of health on patient outcomes.

Alaska State Senator and gubernatorial candidate Shelley Hughes joins Ben Carpenter to share her remarkable journey from rural Alaska in the '70s to the state legislature. She outlines her vision for fiscal reform, energy development, and protecting the PFD, while drawing on decades of experience across Alaska's regions. Known for working across party lines without compromising her conservative principles, Hughes offers a grassroots, no-nonsense approach to leadership and governance.