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In this empowering episode of A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To My Life®, guest host Maria-Ines explores how intertwining diverse interests can lead to a vibrant, fulfilling life. Laura shares her multifaceted journey, from piloting to pottery, showcasing the richness of embracing varied pursuits. The episode takes a heartfelt turn as they discu…

Join host Laura Muirhead on this episode of A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To My Life® as she welcomes Lucie the Light. In our conversation, Lucie shares her transformative journey — how becoming disabled was not a setback but a pivotal event that saved her life and helped her discover her true calling. With over three decades of experience as a…

In this episode, Laura welcomes Claudia Williams, a remarkable soul whose life story reads like an adventure novel. At the tender age of 17, Claudia stepped into the unknown, trading law school for the expansive horizons of the world. With just $50 in her pocket, her journey began in the most unexpected of places—the Israeli desert. This story isn'…

In this lively episode, join your host Laura Muirhead and the fabulous Kristy Iris as they dive into the fascinating world of boundaries and household harmony. Laura shares her Queen Code, where personal policies reign supreme in the home, while Kristy unveils her ingenious Fizome Your Home approach. Get ready for a dose of insight, laughter, and p…

Pia Becker joins host, Laura Muirhead, on this episode of A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To My Life®. Tune in to discover Pia's aspirations for world travel and the inspiring journey of how she turned those dreams into reality by choosing to put herself first and embarking on solo adventures! Pia Becker is a Dream Guide and Mentor at Dream and W…

This podcast is a conversation with Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC about personal history with counseling considerations and how they impact pediatric feeding disorders (PFD) and dysphagia management from an IPE/IPP standpoint. The medically complex infant, toddler, and child are discussed. This podcast is approved for continuing education for s…

This podcast is a conversation with Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC about caregiver coaching and its relationship to pediatric feeding disorders (PFD). She also discussed the roles and responsibilities of the PFD speech-language pathologist, including routines-based interventions (RBI). This podcast is approved for continuing education for speech…

This podcast is a conversation with Jennifer Beall, MS, CCC-SLP about providing FEES as an option for instrumental assessment of swallowing – both inpatient and as a mobile FEES business. We discuss competencies and training for FEES and the benefits of FEES for patients with tracheostomies. This podcast is approved for continuing education for spe…

This podcast is a conversation with Jennifer Beall, MS, CCC-SLP about providing FEES as a mobile service. We discuss some of the primary factors to consider in setting up a mobile business and how to be successful. This podcast is approved for continuing education for speech-language pathologists. For more information, please go to www.passy-muir.c…

This podcast is a conversation with Nicole De Palma, MS, CCC-SLP about providing FEES and how it can be used to assist with the decannulation plan for a patient with a tracheostomy. We discuss some of the primary factors to consider during assessment. This podcast is approved for continuing education for speech-language pathologists. For more infor…

This podcast is a conversation with Theresa Hopkins-Rossabi, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S about training programs for students, what content will best prepare them for medical speech pathology, and what steps to take to start a program focusing on medical speech pathology. We delve into competencies and training techniques, including discussion for working …

This podcast is a conversation with Laura Brooks and Brooke Richardson discussing some of the similarities and differences between adult and pediatric acute care, including differences in managing patients with tracheostomies. Laura and Brooke also chat about the challenges that these patient populations sometimes present and what competencies clin…

In this podcast, a conversation with Rachel Johnson, PhD, CCC-SLP, we address ethical considerations when dealing with patients' needs for access to communication. This chat includes discussion of the challenges with which these patient populations with communication deficits sometimes present. We cover AAC and the rights of patients to have autono…

In this episode of A Funny Thing Happened On the Way To My Life®, I have the incredible Joanna Hunter joining me. Get ready for some serious inspiration as Joanna spills the beans on her "My Million Dollar Experiment", the world's largest metaphysical experiment. We dive into the strategies, surprises, and uncover a few unexpected gems. Tune in for…

Join me, Laura Muirhead, on this episode of A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To My Life® as I sit down with the amazing Tammy Carey. We dive into Tammy's journey to becoming the CEO of the Community Foundation for Oceana County. Get ready for insights on the foundation's growth and the powerful ripple effect of giving, especially in our local comm…

In this podcast, a conversation with Rachel Johnson, PhD, CCC-SLP addresses ethical considerations for providing access to communication and the impact on patients. This chat includes considerations for SLP competency and barriers to communication – from AAC to speaking valves. This podcast is approved for continuing education for speech-language p…

aaarrgghhh... Kado starts to ramble on about the Voice, flailing heritage laws, diverted reconciliation and life generally. hope you enjoy.

This podcast is a follow-up conversation with JoAnn Cabacungan, MS, CCC-SLP, CBIS and Hilary Sample, MA, CCC-SLP about the how oralcare and hygiene is an infection control consideration, including complications to consider. We continue to address the risksassociated with poor oral health and a team approach to providing oral care. This podcast is a…

This podcast is a conversation with JoAnn Cabacungan, MS, CCC-SLP, CBIS and Hilary Sample, MA, CCC-SLP about considerations for proper oral care and hygiene for patients in a medical facility. We discuss what equipment may be used to assist in providing oral care, risks associated with poor oral health, and how to incorporate oral hygiene into our …

In this episode, I respond to some listener queries about how they should vote on the Voice. My first point is that your vote is precious, it is a fundamental part of our democracy and you need to vote as your conscience dictates, and yes, we'll done for seeking to educate yourself. The next step is to then understand how and where the campaign for…

This podcast is a conversation with Rachel O’Hare, RRT about the fundamentals of mechanical ventilation. She discusses what flow is and the differences between pressure control and volume control – the two primary forms of ventilation that SLPs must understand to work with patients on mechanical ventilation. This podcast is approved for continuing …

This podcast is a conversation with Carmin Bartow, MS, CCC-SLP about early intervention in the ICU and considerations for dysphagia and communication management. She shares from her experience at a level one trauma center about team development and patient care. This podcast is approved for continuing education for speech-language pathologists. For…

Carto Nullius In this episode I introduce the concept of Carto Nullius, which is strictly not linguistically correct but a play on the latin terms terra nullius, a term that for so long was used to marginalise and dispossess Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It is my contention that cartography as a discipline has for a long time been …

This podcast is a conversation with Steve Cooper, laryngectomy patient. In this third episode, we discuss his experience with his SLP, what information he wished had been emphasized, and how he was under-prepared for what was to come. Steve discusses his “loss of self” and provides insight into what an SLP can do to help the journey, including reso…

This podcast is a conversation with Steve Cooper, a person with a laryngectomy. In this second episode, we discuss options for communication for a patient following a laryngectomy. Steve also conveys the stages a patient goes through as they adjust to the changes – the “loss of self” that occurs with a loss of voice. This is shared through Steve’s …

Sarah Brown Haté joins host Laura Muirhead on this episode of A Funny Thing Happened On the Way To My Life®. Listen in as Sarah shares how a slipped disc in her spine challenged her to heal, reclaim her inner power, and change the direction of her professional life. Sarah Brown Haté is your SOUL Connection Healer and Mentor and also a teacher, coac…

In this episode of my culture story Kado Muir explains a key cultural concept known as Nyaamiri or skin groups listen to the episode and if you want to find out more about skin groups go to, https://www.blurb.com/b/9878611-working-togetherand purchase Kado's book and you can also sign up for to learn Ngalia language lessons at, https://kadomuir.mas…

This podcast is a conversation with Steve Cooper, laryngectomy patient. In this first episode with Steve Cooper, we discuss the critical differences between tracheostomy and a laryngectomy. We also described what is involved in a total laryngectomy, including the life impacts. This is shared through Steve’s own personal journey. Please feel free to…

John R. Worsley joins host Laura Muirhead on this episode of A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To My Life®. After suddenly losing his wife, Amy, in 2021, John turned to Facebook to process his grief. Listen in as he talks about the incredible response he received from that community which convinced him to write and publish a book supporting others.…