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The SLP Now Podcast

The SLP Now Podcast is your go-to resource for practical speech-language pathology tips. Through this podcast, you"ll hear directly from Marisha Mets, a school-based SLP turned research nerd. She’ll be joined by expert guests to answer your biggest questions. Submit your questions at slpnow.com/ask.

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11:07

Paperwork Planning: How to Decrease Overwhelm

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2026/02/03

Paperwork doesn’t just take time. It takes up mental space. In this episode, we’re kicking off a 4-part series to help you reduce paperwork overwhelm by building a simple planning system that supports your deadlines (and your sanity). You’ll learn how to map out what’s coming, spot your busiest months, and create realistic weekly goals so you’re not carrying every IEP and eval in your head at once.In this episode, you’ll learn how to:Do a quick paperwork inventory to identify your biggest stress

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05:43

My Favorite Books to Teach Story Grammar Elements

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2026/01/27

Show Notes: slpnow.com/245Narrative graphic organizers are a simple tool that can unlock stronger storytelling, richer language samples, and better generalization across therapy sessions. In this episode, I’m sharing four practical ways to use a narrative graphic organizer with students across grade levels—whether you’re targeting personal narratives, story retells, or literacy-based therapy goals. These strategies are easy to implement, highly flexible, and designed to reduce overwhelm while

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06:28

4 Ways to Use a Narrative Graphic Organizer

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2026/01/20

Narrative graphic organizers are a simple tool that can unlock stronger storytelling, richer language samples, and better generalization across therapy sessions. In this episode, I’m sharing four practical ways to use a narrative graphic organizer with students across grade levels—whether you’re targeting personal narratives, story retells, or literacy-based therapy goals. These strategies are easy to implement, highly flexible, and designed to reduce overwhelm while supporting clear narrative

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08:07

Why I Don't Write Sequencing Goals (And What I Do...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2026/01/13

Sequencing goals are common in IEPs, but do they actually lead to meaningful outcomes? In this episode, I share why I no longer write traditional sequencing goals and what I do instead to support generalization, comprehension, and real-world language use. We’ll look at how isolated sequencing tasks fall short and how embedding sequencing within narrative-based therapy can better support students’ communication skills.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why decontextualized sequencing tasks often don’t

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03:24

SLP Summit Sneak Peek

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2026/01/06

Every January, thousands of SLPs come together for the SLP Summit, and this year’s lineup is packed with fresh insights and practical strategies you can use right away. In this episode, I’m sharing what to expect, how to access two on-demand courses immediately, and why the live sessions (January 12–14) are truly worth tuning into. Whether you're craving evidence-based ideas or simply want to feel inspired again, this Summit has something for you.Sign up at slpsummit.com!

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05:24

6 Evidence-Based Strategies to Target Summarizing in...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/12/09

Show Notes: slpnow.com/242Want to access the free materials mentioned in the podcast? Go to slpnow.com/pod!In this episode, we break down six evidence-based strategies you can use to teach summarizing with clarity and confidence. From explicit instruction to picture-supported scaffolds, you’ll get practical tools you can use in your very next session.In this episode, you’ll learn: ✏️ How to explicitly define summaries, main ideas, and key details ✏️ Ways to use visuals and graphic organizers

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07:53

Morphology Made Simple: Easy Ways to Teach Affixes in...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/12/02

Show Notes: slpnow.com/241Want to access the free materials mentioned in the podcast? Go to slpnow.com/pod!Did you know that just a handful of prefixes and suffixes account for most derivational words students encounter? In this episode, we break down simple, effective strategies for teaching morphology in speech therapy — so you can help students become confident “word detectives” without adding more to your plate.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to introduce affixes using clear, student-friendly

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07:57

Multiple Meaning Words Made Easy: Step-by-Step...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/11/25

Show Notes: slpnow.com/240Did you know that nearly half of English words have more than one meaning? In this episode, we break down simple, evidence-backed strategies to help students infer meaning, build vocabulary, and strengthen comprehension—all without adding more prep to your plate.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to introduce the concept of multiple meaning words with concrete, student-friendly examplesWays to teach students to use context clues and imagery to determine meaningMetalinguistic

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09:48

How to Teach Describing: Evidence-Based Strategies...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/11/18

What if teaching describing could feel simpler and more effective? In this episode, we break down evidence-based strategies and share practical tools you can start using right away. From visual supports to vocabulary journals, you’ll learn how to build stronger describing skills with confidence.In this episode, you’ll learn how to:Teach key attribute categories using clear, structured supportsUse contrastive examples to boost understandingBuild vocabulary with journals and scaffolded visualsSupport

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10:54

5 Simple, Research-Backed Tips for Targeting Basic...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/11/11

Show Notes: slpnow.com/238In this episode, I’m sharing five simple, research-backed strategies you can use to target basic concepts in a way that really sticks. You’ll learn how to keep instruction focused, embed concepts in meaningful contexts, and use gestures and visuals to boost understanding. I’ll also walk you through how to put it all together with one of my favorite books, Zoe Gets Ready, using a literacy-based therapy framework.Tune in to discover practical ways to target basic concepts

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10:50

5 Evidence-Based Strategies to Boost MLU (That You...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/11/04

Access the Sentence Pack (for free!) here: slpnow.com/podShow Notes: slpnow.com/237In this episode, we’re diving into five evidence-based strategies to boost your students’ Mean Length of Utterance (MLU) — in a way that’s fun, functional, and easy to track! 🎯You’ll learn how to:✅ Use language samples to identify targets and monitor progress✅ Embed MLU practice into play, books, songs, and routines✅ Model just above the child’s level for natural growth✅ Use sentence frames and visuals to support

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08:39

Making Syntax Simple: Strategies for Passive Voice...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/10/28

Show Notes: slpnow.com/236Even our youngest students use complex syntax, but what happens when they don’t? In this episode, Marisha breaks down why syntax matters (even for kindergartners!) and shares practical strategies to assess and target structures like passive voice, relative clauses, and adverbial clauses. You’ll learn evidence-based techniques such as focused stimulation, sentence combining, and sentence decomposition — plus how to easily embed these skills into your literacy-based therapy

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08:17

5 Evidence-Backed Strategies for Teaching Compound...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/10/21

Help your students master compound sentences! In this episode, Marisha shares five evidence-backed strategies—from visuals and sentence combining to movement and classroom collaboration—that make teaching conjunctions clear, fun, and effective.

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07:44

5 Practical Strategies to Teach Following Directions...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/10/14

Full Show Notes: slpnow.com/234In this episode, Marisha shares six practical, evidence-based strategies to target following directions. From pinpointing the right foundational skills to collaborating with teachers and planning for generalization, you’ll walk away with clear, actionable ideas you can use in your sessions right away.✨ What You’ll Learn:How to assess and identify the root causes of direction-following difficultiesThe power of recasting and corrective feedbackWhy incorporating movement

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15:41

How to Teach WH Questions: 6 Practical Strategies for...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/10/07

Full Show Notes: slpnow.com/233WH questions are foundational for language, literacy, and classroom success—but teaching them effectively can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Marisha shares six practical, evidence-backed strategies to help your students master WH questions using the Assess–Teach–Practice framework.You’ll learn how to assess to find the right starting point, teach question words with visuals, scaffold instruction through a hierarchy, focus on one question type at a time, embed

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18:10

Apple Trouble Book Companion: Speech Therapy...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/09/30

Fall is the perfect time to bring seasonal books into your therapy room, and one of my favorites is Apple Trouble! In this episode, I’ll share how to use this story to target WH questions, narratives, vocabulary, articulation, and more.Whether you already have the book in your library (or plan to use a YouTube read-aloud), you’ll walk away with practical therapy ideas you can use all month long.Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:Why Apple Trouble is a versatile book for K–2 therapy sessionsHow

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10:15

5 Evidence-Backed Strategies to Teach Past Tense Verbs

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/09/09

Show Notes: https://slpnow.com/blog/231-5-evidence-backed-strategies-to-teach-past-tense-verbs/In this episode of the SLP Now Podcast, Marisha breaks down five research-backed strategies you can use to help students master past tense verbs. Many of our students have goals in this area, and if progress feels slower than expected, these strategies can give you practical tools to try in your next session.You’ll also hear why marking tense is such an important communication skill, not just for

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11:09

Member Spotlight: How Referrals Became a Breeze for...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/08/26

In this episode, I’m joined by returning guest Lacee Johnson—a school-based SLP. We dive into how she transformed her referral process from post-it note chaos to a streamlined, brain-friendly system using the Workload feature in SLP Now.You’ll hear:→ What her referral process used to look like (and why it wasn’t working)→ How she customized a task list that actually fits her district’s workflow→ Real talk about cognitive load, parent communication, and keeping it all straightWhether you're a CF or a

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24:30

What School-Based SLPs Need to Know About Referrals...

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/08/19

Resources Mentioned:David's Email: davidbateman@me.comDavid's Website: SpecialEdConsultant.orgDavid's 504 Guide: https://slpnowblog.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/Bateman+504+Accommodations+Guide.pdf[FREE EVENT] What Every Special Education Leader Needs to Know: https://parallellearning-20474008.hs-sites.com/drbatemanfalldistrictleaders2025

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16:21

The 3 Digital Binders Every SLP Needs

The SLP Now Podcast ·

2025/08/12

In this episode, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes tour of the three digital binders I created to save SLPs hours of prep time and reduce session stress. We’ll explore the Assessment Binder, Probe Binder, and Visuals Binder—with over 2,400 pages of ready-to-use tools. I also share practical ways to use them for instant access, better data collection, and more engaged students. Whether you’re planning therapy, writing IEPs, or tracking progress, these binders make it easy to work smarter, not harder

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