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Hear Me Out - A Masonic Children"s Clinic Podcast

Welcome to the Masonic Children"s Clinic Podcast – where we explore the everyday challenges and triumphs faced by children with communication disorders. Each episode offers meaningful conversations with experts, caregivers, and families as we share real stories, helpful insights, and practical tips. Whether you"re a parent, professional, or simply someone who cares, join us in celebrating the remarkable kids we serve—and the dedicated people who support them every step of the way.

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41:26

Episode 24: Heather Brockman, SLP and Parenting: When...

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2026/02/25

Hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin from the Masonic Children’s Clinic for Communication Disorders interview Heather Brockman, a pediatric SLP at Essentia Health for 22 years who helped establish the Fetal Alcohol Diagnostic Clinic, works with teens at Northwood Children’s Services, and consults with ToivoTek on Speech Sense Pro. Heather shares her own history of having a speech disorder and explains how adults’ expectations shape children’s self-view. She discusses adolescent language, mental ...

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Episode 23: Brandon and Chet: Turning Challenges into...

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2026/02/18

In this episode of 'Hear Me Out,' hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin speak with parent Brandon Benzer about his son Chet’s speech delays. Brandon describes how parent participation, themed play activities, sibling support, and field trips helped their family, and how Chet’s articulation and frustration improved over time. He encourages parents to seek evaluations early, get on wait lists while continuing other services, and avoid comparing journeys, while the hosts note the clinic’s free...

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Episode 22: Joining Forces to Inspire Hope: Steve...

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2026/02/10

In this episode, Steve Kaarbo discusses his work with Northwood Children's Services and the MNSWCA, a non-profit organization. He talks about the transition to community-based mental health support and the impact of COVID-19 on children's social skills. Steve explains how MNSWCA raises funds for the Masonic Children's Clinic through events like the Frozen Force Artist Showcase and Excalibur Con, blending nerd culture with philanthropy to support speech and mental health services for children.

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Episode 21: Speech Therapy Tales: Mentorship and the...

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2026/02/03

In this episode of 'Hear Me Out,' hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin from the Masonic Children's Clinic for Communication Disorders sit down with retired speech-language pathologist Tahirih Bushy. They discuss Tahirih's impactful career, which has spanned public schools, outpatient healthcare, university teaching, and private practice. They share anecdotes about their past experiences working and learning from Tahirih, highlighting her innovative approach to communication therapy, including th...

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32:28

From Theory to Practice: Jadyen Weckworth on the...

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2026/01/13

In this podcast episode, hosts welcome back Jillian Little and her student intern, Jadyn Weckworth, to discuss the student intern experience in the field of speech-language pathology. The episode covers the journey aspiring speech pathologists undertake, including acquiring a master's degree and completing clinical hours. Jadyn shares her inspiration to join the profession, her experiences at different internships, and her growing interest in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). ...

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Episode 19: Acting with Purpose: Stage Play’s Impact...

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2025/12/16

In this episode of 'Hear Me Out,' hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin discuss the 'Stage Play' program with guest Kate Horvath. They explore how this acting class for neurodivergent children uses theater to enhance communication, social skills, and emotional awareness. The episode covers the program's origins, growth, and the impactful collaboration between the Masonic Children's Clinic and local theater professionals.

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Episode 18: Building Bridges: Alyssa Acker on Speech...

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2025/12/09

In this episode of 'Hear Me Out,' hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin from the Masonic Children's Clinic for Communication Disorders discuss communication disorders with guest Alyssa Acker, a school speech language pathologist. Alyssa shares her personal journey into the field, inspired by her daughter's hearing issues. The discussion covers the Help Me Grow referral process in Minnesota, the importance of early childhood screenings, and how evaluations for communication issues are conducted in...

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Episode 16: The Welcome Committee: Emily and Andrea's...

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2025/11/26

In this episode of 'Hear Me Out,' Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin introduce Emily Wolf, office manager, and Andrea Thyen, therapy aide at the Masonic Children's Clinic. Emily discusses her career shift from hotel management and her dynamic role at the clinic. Andrea shares her journey from a communications degree to her current role, emphasizing her work with sibling childcare and creative projects. Both highlight their teamwork and commitment to providing a welcoming environment. The episode als...

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Episode 17: From Concern to Confidence: Parents'...

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2025/11/26

This episode features Tristan Feld and Natalie Wark, speech language pathologists who work in both public schools and the Clinic. They discuss their journeys into the profession and the PACC program—Parents and Children Communicating—aimed at parent education. The program, originally developed in the 1990s, provides services to families with children facing communication challenges. It includes parent education sessions while providing childcare, focusing on strategies for better communicatio...

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Episode 16: The Welcome Committee: Emily and Andrea's...

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2025/11/12

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Episode 15: In Service of Children: Mike Rosenzweig...

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2025/10/29

In this episode of 'Hear Me Out,' hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin from the Masonic Children's Clinic for Communication Disorders welcome Mike Rosensweig, a long-time supporter whose father, Joe Rosensweig, was one of the clinic's founders. Mike shares touching stories about his father's dedication to the mission, the importance of community support, and the lasting impact of the clinic's services on children and their families. Listeners will also hear about Mike's involvement in fundraisin...

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Episode 14: From Sensory to Speech: The OT...

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2025/10/14

In this episode of 'Hear Me Out,' podcast hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin, both speech language pathologists at the Masonic Children's Clinic for Communication Disorders, interview Sarah Sheppard, an occupational therapist. Sarah, who has worked with the clinic for three years, shares her journey from a special education teacher to an occupational therapist. She discusses the unique approach of the Masonic Children's Clinic that allows therapists to spend more time consulting with families ...

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Episode 13: Communicating with Compassion: Annika and...

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2025/10/07

In this episode, we welcome Annika Juenemann, a SLP at the clinic, to discuss her journey into speech-language pathology and her experiences with her therapy dog, Arlo. Annika shares how a shadowing experience shifted her focus from counseling to speech therapy. She details her educational background, her initial work with a diverse patient demographic, and her eventual specialization in pediatrics with a strong interest in autism. Annika also discusses her volunteer work with the Minnesota N...

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Episode 12: Cochlear Implants: The Beck Family’s...

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2025/09/30

In this episode of 'Hear Me Out,' the official podcast of the Masonic Children's Clinic for Communication Disorders, hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin explore various aspects of communication disorders. They speak with John and Katie, parents of Lily, who share their journey of discovering and handling Lily's profound hearing loss. The family discusses the initial screenings, unsuccessful attempts with hearing aids, and the eventual decision to opt for cochlear implants. The conversation touc...

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Episode 11: Finding River's Voice: A Journey Through...

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2025/09/23

In this episode of 'Hear Me Out,' the official podcast of the Masonic Children's Clinic for Communication Disorders, hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin welcome Carolyn Garay, who shares her son River’s journey. Carolyn recounts her initial concerns about River's speech development, the support she received from the clinic, and the determination to pursue early intervention despite initial advice to wait. She describes the evaluations and therapies River underwent, including working with variou...

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Episode 10: Sound Waves: A Family's Experience with...

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2025/09/16

In this episode of Hear Me Out, hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin of the Masonic Children's Clinic for Communication Disorders welcome Amanda and Kevin Sutherland. They share the inspiring story of their son Reid, who was diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss as an infant. Reid's journey included early interventions, the use of hearing aids, and eventually receiving cochlear implants in 2021. The family discusses Reid's experiences with therapy at the clinic, the PACC program, and his adj...

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Episode 9: The Importance of Sound: Audiology's Role...

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2025/08/04

In this episode of Hear Me Out, hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin interview pediatric audiologists Dr. Linda Kalweit and Dr. Amy Packer. They discuss their careers, the critical role of audiology in diagnosing and treating hearing disorders in children, and the importance of early intervention. The conversation covers types of hearing tests, the impact of hearing loss on language development, hearing technologies like cochlear implants, and common myths about hearing loss. The episode emphasi...

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34:56

Episode 8: Creating a Path for All: Jocelyn Benson on...

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2025/07/22

In this episode of 'Hear Me Out,' hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin of the Masonic Children's Clinic interview Jocelyn Benson, a dedicated parent and founder of Lions Hope, a nonprofit supporting children with complex needs. Jocelyn shares her personal journey with her son Leo, who was born with spina bifida and uses an AAC device. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of raising a child with special needs, as well as the mission and impact of Lions Hope, which raises funds for adaptive eq...

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Connecting Voices: Marcus Mueller and the Masonic...

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2025/07/14

In this episode of 'Hear Me Out,' hosts Niki Lampi and Tamara Pogin from the Masonic Children's Clinic for Communication Disorders discuss the clinic's mission and efforts to support children with communication disorders. They interview Markus Mueller, the Regional Director of Northern Minnesota for Masonic Charities, who shares his experiences and insights on fundraising and community support for the clinic. Markus highlights the importance of raising awareness and securing donations, both b...

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Real Stories, Real Impact: The Walsh Family's Autism...

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2025/07/08

In this episode of the Hear Me Out podcast, our guests, Sean and Shannon Walsh, share their journey of raising their autistic son Kyler. They recount their experiences with early interventions, struggles for diagnosis, and the support they've received from the Masonic Children's Clinic. The podcast highlights their involvement in various programs and the importance of parental advocacy. Additionally, Tamara provides practical communication tips based on the OWL method—Observe, Wait, and Liste...

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