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This is the official podcast hosted by the Irish Association of Speech and Language Therapists. In this podcast we aim to promote awareness surrounding different speech and language disorders, interview some experts in their areas of expertise and knowledge and much more. Sit back, grab a cuppa and enjoy. Stay tuned to see what else we have coming soon!

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S5 · E7
July 31 · 35 min
In Conversation with the authors of the new Standards of Practice for Eating, Drinking and Swallowing difficulties Management.
In this episode, we discuss the new Standards of Practice for Eating, Drinking and Swallowing difficulties management with co-authors Sile Tyrell, Fiona Hill and Zelda Greene.
S5 · E6
June 30 · 24 min
In Conversation with Poster Presenters from IASLT Conference 2026
This episode features conversations with 6 poster presenters from IASLT conference 2026. You’ll hear from David O’Shea, Emer Murphy, one of our poster prize winners, Aine O’Brien, Marion Toland, Sarah Musgrave and Karen Culleton and then our last conversation is with Patricia Gillivan Murphy.
S5 · E5
May 29 · 37 min
Becoming a Speech and Language Therapist- Practice Education Insights
This episode features Sinead, Katie and Patricia who are Practice Education Coordinators in both undergraduate and postgraduate Speech and Language Therapy courses. They talk about entry requirements, clinical placements and the practical aspects of being a student SLT.
S5 · E4
April 30 · 30 min
In conversation with Orlaith Maher
Orlaith Maher, an SLT working with Down Syndrome Ireland, talks about her experience of being diagnosed with tongue cancer at the age of 25
S5 · E3
March 31 · 26 min
Zelda Greene, Clinical Specialist Speech and Language Therapist in Neonatology
In this episode were talk to Zelda Greene, Clinical Specialist Speech and Language Therapist in neonatology. Zelda was the first SLT to be appointed to the Dublin maternity hospitals and has been working in the National Maternity Hospital in Holles Street since 2021. Zelda has a long history of working in hospitals including Tallaght and Crumlin hospital and teaches in Trinity College Dublin on the PG in Dysphagia.
S5 · E2
March 4 · 27 min
IASLT Biennial Conference 2026 - Inspiring Connections, Advancing Together
In this episode, we talk to Emma Wall, chairperson of the current IASLT conference committee. IASLT conference will be held on the 21st and 22nd of May in the Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise. Emma tells us more about the conference and what we can expect. Early bird registration is now open.
S5 · E1
February 5 · 21 min
Parents' experiences and expectations of SLT services for autistic children in Munster
In this episode we speak to the 2024 winners of the IASLT Postgraduate Research Award for submissions to the IASLT journal Advances in Communication and Swallowing. David O'Shea and Dr Dominika Lisiecka worked on this paper called: Speech and language therapy services for autistic children in Munster: An interpretative phenomenological analysis of parental experiences and expectations” . This work was based on David’s MSc that was supervised by Dominika and Dr Patrick McGarty at Munster Technological University, Kerry Campus. David is the Practice Manager Kerry Speech and Language Therapy Clinic in Tralee, Co. Kerry. and Dominika is the Clinical Director at the clinic where they both work as Senior SLTS, with a mixed caseload of children and adults.
S4 · E12
Dec 23, 2025 · 27 min
IASLT In Conversation - New Graduate SLT
In this episode, we speak with Stephanie Okafor, a recently graduated Speech and Language Therapist. Stephanie speaks about her hopes and the challenges of being a new Speech and Language Therapist.
S4 · E11
Nov 28, 2025 · 10 min
Shona McEachran: Experiences of Assistive Technology for Communication
In this episode we talk to Shona McEachern who is living with a highly aggressive form of Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and is using Assistive Technology to help her communicate and control her environment. She is joined by speech and language therapist Caroline McLoughlin and clinical engineering technician Alan Joyce from Enable Ireland.
S4 · E10
Oct 31, 2025 · 17 min
IASLT in Conversation: SLT students
In this episode we speak with two final year Speech and Language Therapy students Aine and Holly about the profession, the importance of student placements and the work of the Clinical Therapies Society in UCC.
S4 · E9
Sep 29, 2025 · 20 min
Anne Horgan and Anne Tangney: Retired SLT Managers
In this episode we talk to Anne Horgan and Anne Tangney, both of whom retired from their role as SLT Manager of Cork North and South Primary Care SLT Services respectively in 2024. Both graduates of Trinity College Dublin, they reflect on their time as SLTs over the last 30+ years and discuss how they would like to see the profession to develop into the future.
S4 · E8
Aug 31, 2025 · 44 min
IASLT In Conversation: Irene Walsh
In this episode we are speaking with Irene Walsh, recently retired Associate Professor of Speech and Language Therapy in Trinity College Dublin. Irene discusses her career as a Speech and Language Therapist from being in the first SLT class in Trinity College to the highs and lows of her career as a clinician, author and associate professor.
S4 · E7
Jul 31, 2025 · 48 min
IASLT In Conversation: Pauraic Ryan
Today we are speaking with Pauraic Ryan, a Senior SLT working on the Neurosurgical team in Beaumont Hospital, Dublin. Pauraic discusses his journey to his current role, his day to day work in the department and the fascinating role of SLT in awake craniotomies.
S4 · E6
Jun 30, 2025 · 28 min
In Conversation with Gina O'Donohue
In this episode, we are speaking with Gina O'Donohue, retired Speech and Language Therapist who has spent 40 years working in the Irish Health Service. Gina reminisces on her career, covid, promoting the profession and the importance of connection in today's world.
S4 · E5
Jun 3, 2025 · 22 min
Deirdre Kidney - IASLT SLT Support and Mentor 2024
In this episode we speak to the 2024 winner of the IASLT SLT Support and Mentor Award, Deirdre Kidney from St.Vincent's University Hospital. Deirdre was described as a trailblazer for SLT's in Ireland. She was nominated due to her excellent clinical skills as well as her incredible ability to provide guidance and mentorship to students, young therapists and senior SLT's - in addition to the wider MDT and medical teams.
S4 · E4
Apr 30, 2025 · 38 min
Equality Diversity and Inclusion Series: Tom Costelloe
Tom qualified as a Speech and Language Therapist from the University of Galway in 2012. His SLT journey has seen him venture from London to the English Lake District, to Edinburgh, and back to Ireland in 2020. He is currently a Little Voices Programme Coordinator with ABC Start Right in Limerick, supporting schools, crèches and community organisations to implement universal and targeted SLT strategies and interventions. He has an Msc in Digital Healthcare Transformation from the University of Limerick.
S4 · E3
Mar 31, 2025 · 1 hr 13 min
Equality Diversity and Inclusion Series: Dr Seán Pert
In this episode, Sean Pert shares his experiences of gendered expectations of how to interact with clients on placement, the benefits of being a male SLT where male clients and fathers find it easier to identify with a male SLT, having to invent your professional persona because of a lack of role models in the profession, and breaking down barriers for men to enter the profession by having conversations about men in SLT. Sean also talks about linguistic racism, the importance of supporting home languages for bilingual clients, and working to ensure equity in service provision for all clients.
S4 · E2
Feb 27, 2025 · 1 hr 11 min
Equality Diversity and Inclusion Series: Abbie Alcorn
In this podcast, we delve into Abbie's experience of cultural diversity in the HSE community and SLT in particular. She shares how this diversity shapes her daily work life, especially as she supports clients during some of their most vulnerable moments. Abbie hopes that this conversation shines a light on what is often a significant blind spot for those who don’t face these challenges daily. Her aim is to foster greater compassion, acceptance, and awareness, ultimately leading to better support for culturally diverse staff in the workplace.
S4 · E1
Jan 31, 2025 · 35 min
Equality Diversity and Inclusion Series: David O'Shea
In this podcast we talk about David's experience as one of the few men in a career dominated by women. We discuss the management of clients with different cultural backgrounds and the importance of fostering an environment where everyone can feel welcome. David highlights that the job of a speech and language therapist is not to change a person's cultural identity or their accent but to help them celebrate them
S3 · E4
Nov 13, 2024 · 15 min
Aideen Lawlor: IASLT Unsung Hero 2024
In this episode we talk to the 2024 winner of the IASLT Unsung Hero Award, Aideen Lawlor, SLT Manager from St Mary's hospital in Dublin. Aideen was nominated by her colleagues who said that she has helped countless patients with communication and swallowing impairments in St Mary's Hospital in her role as the SLT manager. Under her guidance her team has expanded and the services provided have increased impressively.

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