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The Autism Helper PodcastEpisode 339: Encore Episode: Ins and Outs of Potty Training for Children with Autism with Tara PhillipsIn this episode, we chat with Tara Phillips, founder of Autism Little Learners, about the ins and outs of potty training for children with autism. Tara shares her expertise on recognizing signs that a child may be ready to start potty training and the key prerequisites or readiness skills to look for. She explains why potty training can be more challenging or take longer for children with autism, and offers valuable tips on how to prepare—what supplies are needed and how to set up for success. Tara also provides advice for teachers and clinicians who are supporting parents he...
2025-09-2940 min
The Autism Little Learners Podcast#139 - Why PECS Isn't Enough For PreschoolersHi friends, welcome back to the Autism Little Learners Podcast. I'm Tara, a speech-language pathologist who has spent over 25 years working with young autistic children and their families. Today, we're going to talk about a topic that brings up a lot of feelings for educators, therapists, and parents: the Picture Exchange Communication System, or PECS. Specifically, why PECS isn't enough for preschoolers. Now, before I dive in, I want to be clear—PECS is not evil. It's not "bad." For many kids, it has opened the door to communication, and that's something to celebrate. But PE...
2025-09-0914 min
Gilmore To Say: A Gilmore Girls PodcastThe Real Town Troubadour with Grant-Lee PhillipsYou’ve seen him walking the streets of Stars Hollow for almost 25 years, his music is the soundtrack to many of our comfort moments, and now he’s here to talk about it: it’s Stars Hollow’s Town Troubadour, Grant Lee Phillips! How did the Troubadour come to be? How did he and the Palladinos choose what songs to incorporate into the show? And who does he believe the Town Troubadour is? Grab a cup of coffee and get comfortable because Tara, Haley, and Grant-Lee have more to say!Grant-Lee Phillips’ newest album, In The Hour of Dust is...
2025-09-091h 05The Autism Little Learners Podcast#137 - Autism: Potty Training 101 - Part 2Welcome back to the Autism Little Learners Podcast. I'm Tara, and I'm so glad you're here today. If you've been following along, this is Part 2 of our series on potty training autistic children with compassion. In our last episode, we talked about why potty training can be harder for autistic kids, how to prepare the environment, and how to build comfort and readiness before we ever expect a child to actually use the toilet. We also talked about some of the common pitfalls to avoid—like forcing kids to sit on the toilet every 10 minutes, or relying on...
2025-08-2611 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#136 - Autism: Potty Training 101 - Part 1In this special two-part series we're tackling one of the biggest challenges many parents and educators face—potty training autistic children. I'll be sharing compassionate, practical strategies that take into account sensory differences, communication needs, and interoception, so you can feel more confident guiding your autistic child or students. Whether you're just getting started or stuck somewhere in the process, this series will give you the tools and encouragement you need. Takeaways Potty training autistic children is not a sprint—it's a marathon (or at least a half-marathon). Progress looks different for every child. S...
2025-08-1912 min
Life With Grief Podcast141. Starting Over After Parent Loss to Cancer & Parter Loss to Suicide with Rachel Hart-PhillipsSend us a textToday I’m sitting down with Rachel Hart-Phillips, a deeply courageous griever and founder of Love, Loss, and Disco Balls, which offers heartfelt sympathy cards for those grieving and supporting others through grief.In this episode, Rachel shares her powerful story of surviving multiple devastating losses, and how she has found healing, hope, and love again.She opens up about losing both her parents to cancer in her early adulthood, and the life-altering experience of losing her husband to suicide while she was pregnant with their son. With raw ho...
2025-08-0747 min
Uniquely Human: The PodcastPodcast Interview with Barry on his Career: with Tara Phillips, Founder of Autism Little LearnersTara Phillips, a speech-language pathologist and Founder of Autism Little Learners, interviewed Barry as a prelude to Barry’s keynote address on her podcast for the Preschool Autism Summit, with more than 40,000 professionals, parents, and autistic individuals registered. As Barry was so impressed by this interview, and given that he often receives requests for more specific information about his career path, he asked Tara for permission and she graciously agreed to allow this interview to be rebroadcast on Uniquely Human: The Podcast.Learn more on our website!See Privacy Policy at https://art19...
2025-08-011h 17The Autism Little Learners Podcast#132 - Reflections & Ripples: What Jordyn Zimmerman Taught UsIn this powerful reflection episode, Tara shares one of the most impactful moments of her career—her conversation with Jordyn Zimmerman during the 2025 Preschool Autism Summit. Together, they unpack the importance of presuming competence, providing early AAC access, and creating neurodiversity-affirming learning spaces. Tara also shares emotional ripple stories from participants, illustrating how nearly 50,000 educators and therapists are creating waves of change for autistic children around the world. Key Takeaways: Presume competence—always. Speech is not the same as intelligence, and we must stop making assumptions based on verbal ability. Non-speaking ≠ non-verbal. The term "...
2025-07-2211 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#131 - Supporting Autistic Learners Through Passion and Play w/ Cari EbertIn this encore episode of The Autism Little Learners Podcast, Tara reconnects with Cari Ebert, a respected speech-language pathologist and passionate advocate for neurodiversity-affirming practices. Together, they revisit a powerful conversation that redefines what play and connection can look like for autistic children. Cari shares valuable insights into why autistic play is real, meaningful, and should be honored as such. She explains how deep interests can be a gateway to learning, joy, and communication—and how adults can build stronger relationships with children by embracing these passions. The episode also explores the idea of presuming competence and cu...
2025-07-1557 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#130 - The Preschool Autism SummitIn this episode, I'm sharing something really exciting with you—a sneak peek into the upcoming Preschool Autism Summit, happening July 14–16, 2025! You'll get to hear short clips from some of our amazing presenters, and I'll pop in between each one to give you a little intro and context. These speakers are bringing so much heart, wisdom, and practical support to the table. Whether you're a special educator, SLP, OT, or a parent, you're going to walk away from the summit feeling more confident, more supported, and ready to take action. 🎉 And hey—if you're listening before Ju...
2025-07-0811 min
We're Making a MovieWe're Making A Movie: An Interview with Hudson PhillipsGetting funding for your indie feature film…. the monumental task continues. While we all dream of a phone call from the big studios, you’ll probably have to find investors elsewhere. And sometimes magic strikes. We’re sitting down with Writer / Producer Hudson Phillips, who has two features under his belt. We will discuss how he obtained the money, managed those funds, and what he learned from his two projects that we can put to our own uses.Hudson Phillips is a writer, producer, and founder of Mirror Box Films. He grew up in sma...
2025-07-031h 08The Autism Little Learners Podcast#129 - Breaking the Prompt Cycle: Supporting Gestalt Language Processors Through Silence and Connection With Alexandria ZachosHi there, and welcome back to the Autism Little Learners podcast! I'm Tara Phillips, and today I'm joined by speech-language pathologist Alexandria Zachos for an amazing conversation all about Gestalt Language Processing. We talk about how our understanding of language development has evolved, the real struggles around prompt dependence, and why a child-led approach is so important—especially for Gestalt language processors. Alexandria shares so many helpful insights, including how we can better support these communicators by building authentic connections and honoring all the ways they express themselves. Whether you're a therapist, teacher, or parent, th...
2025-07-0150 min
Lean Out with Tara HenleyENCORE: Larissa Phillips on Bridging Our DividesAs I put the finishing touches on my next book, on declining trust in the media, I wanted to bring you a few encore interviews that have helped shaped my thinking on the media — including today’s episode.Since the election win for Donald Trump, we are seeing a renewed sense of scorn for Republican voters in parts of the mainstream media. The Guardian’s Rebecca Solnit, for example, writes in her column that “our mistake was to think we lived in a better country than we do.” My guest on today’s program doesn’t see it that way. S...
2025-05-2830 min
Lean Out with Tara HenleyEP 197: ENCORE: Larissa Phillips on Bridging Our DividesAs Tara puts the finishing touches on her next book, on declining trust in the media, we wanted to bring you a few encore interviews that have helped shaped her thinking on the media — including today’s episode.Since the election win for Donald Trump, we are seeing a renewed sense of scorn for Republican voters in parts of the mainstream media. The Guardian’s Rebecca Solnit, for example, writes in her column that “our mistake was to think we lived in a better country than we do.” Our guest on today’s program doesn’t see it that way. S...
2025-05-2830 min
The Divine Romance PodcastEpisode 46: The True Holy Feminine with Tara GraceOh my goodness, y'all!This week's episode is pure Holy Spirit fire, and I know y'all are going to love it!In this episode, feminine leadership coach Tara Grace and I dive deep into her journey from Christ to the new age "divine feminine" space, and back to Christ. Topics we cover:* The reason why she was "seduced" from the true Word of God in the first place, and what she was seeking in "divine feminine" / new age spirituality that was missing in Protestantism* How new age principles allowed her to create massive success in her professional life, but...
2025-05-141h 37The Autism Little Learners Podcast#108 - Autistic Play Is Authentic Play With Cari Ebert, SLPIn this episode of the Autism Little Learners podcast, Tara interviews Cari Ebert, a speech-language pathologist and advocate for neurodiversity-affirming approaches. They discuss the importance of recognizing autistic play as authentic play, the significance of deep interests in children's learning, and the need for meaningful connections between children and adults. Cari emphasizes the importance of creating supportive environments that honor children's unique ways of learning and playing, and the necessity of presuming competence in autistic children. The conversation highlights practical strategies for educators and parents to foster engagement and connection with autistic children, ultimately celebrating their joy and individuality.
2025-02-0457 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#107 - From Grief to Growth: The Story of Autism Little LearnersTara shares her journey of founding Autism Little Learners, a platform dedicated to supporting educators and parents of young autistic children. Inspired by personal loss and a professional gap in resources, she creates engaging materials and training to empower those working with autistic children. The conversation highlights the impact of the pandemic on education, the importance of community and collaboration, and the personal motivations that drive her mission. Takeaways: Autism Little Learners was founded in response to personal loss. There was a significant gap in resources for young autistic children. The...
2025-01-2813 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#106 - Why Predictable Routines Are So Important For Autistic PreschoolersThis episode focuses on the significance of predictable routines for autistic preschoolers, emphasizing how they can reduce anxiety, build independence, and strengthen connections. Tara shares practical strategies for implementing these routines in the classroom, including the use of visual schedules and transition objects. The discussion also covers the importance of flexibility within routines, real-life examples of predictable routines, and tips for overcoming common challenges faced by educators and caregivers. Takeaways Predictable routines help reduce anxiety for autistic children Routines provide a sense of control and empowerment Visual schedules can significantly improve...
2025-01-2118 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#103 - Setting Intentions For 2025!In this episode of the Autism Little Learners podcast, Tara Phillips discusses the importance of setting meaningful intentions for the new year rather than rigid resolutions. She emphasizes the significance of connection, flexibility, and growth as key areas to focus on in 2025. The episode includes a reflective activity to help listeners identify their guiding word, a small action, and an achievable goal for the year ahead, encouraging a gentle and process-oriented approach to personal and professional development. Free Setting Intentions PDF: www.autismlittlelearners.com/intention Takeaways: Setting intentions is about aligning actions with...
2024-12-3109 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#102 - Gratitude, Small Wins & ImpactIn this special Christmas Eve episode of the Autism Little Learners podcast, host Tara Phillips emphasizes the importance of celebrating small wins in our lives, particularly in the context of working with young autistic children. She reflects on how these small moments of progress can lead to significant changes and shares inspiring stories from the Autism Little Learners community. Tara encourages listeners to take time to reflect on their own wins and offers practical tips for maintaining a positive mindset as they head into the new year. Free Gratitude PDF: www.autismlittlelearners.com/gratitude Takeaways:
2024-12-2409 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#100 - 100th Episode - Autism Little Learners Journey!In this celebratory 100th episode of the Autism Little Learners podcast, host Tara Phillips reflects on her journey of creating the podcast and the resources for autistic children. Joined by her husband Jason, they discuss the inspiration behind Autism Little Learners, the evolution of the podcast, and the impact it has had on listeners and the community. They share milestones, audience feedback, and future plans, including new projects and the importance of maintaining a personal life amidst their work. Gift for listening to the 100th episode: www.autismlittlelearners.com/penguin Takeaways: The podcast started...
2024-12-1036 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#99 - From Diagnosis to Advocacy: A Mother's Perspective With Christina YoungToday, I'm thrilled to introduce Christina from Twinning with Autism, an inspiring advocate and mother of three autistic children. Christina shares her family's journey with authenticity, humor, and compassion, offering valuable insights into parenting, advocating, and navigating the world of autism. In this episode, we dive into her experiences raising twins diagnosed at 18 months, her journey as a self-diagnosed autistic adult, and the critical lessons she's learned about fostering acceptance and understanding. Get ready for an honest, heartfelt conversation that sheds light on the importance of connection, advocacy, and building a brighter, more inclusive future for autistic individuals. Let's...
2024-12-031h 00The Autism Little Learners Podcast#98 - How Music Supports Gestalt Language Processing in Kids with Victoria Matkowski, SLPToday, we're diving into such a fun topic: the power of music in language development, especially for children who are Gestalt language processors. My guest, Victoria Matkowski, is a dedicated pediatric speech-language pathologist with several years of experience, and she's here to share her unique approach to helping young children communicate by tapping into the natural rhythms and melodies they're drawn to. If you've ever wondered why so many autistic kids seem to connect with music or how you can use music to support language development, you're in the right place. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be...
2024-11-2628 min
The Autism Helper PodcastEpisode 303: Ins and Outs of Potty Training for Children with Autism with Tara PhillipsIn this episode, we chat with Tara Phillips, founder of Autism Little Learners, about the ins and outs of potty training for children with autism. Tara shares her expertise on recognizing signs that a child may be ready to start potty training and the key prerequisites or readiness skills to look for. She explains why potty training can be more challenging or take longer for children with autism, and offers valuable tips on how to prepare—what supplies are needed and how to set up for success. Tara also provides advice for teachers and clinicians who are supporting parents he...
2024-11-1833 min
Lean Out with Tara HenleyLarissa Phillips on Loving Your NeighbourSince last week’s election win for Donald Trump, we are seeing a renewed sense of scorn for Republican voters in parts of the mainstream media. The Guardian’s Rebecca Solnit, for example, writes in her column that “our mistake was to think we lived in a better country than we do.” My guest on today’s program doesn’t see it that way. She’s a lefty Democrat who moved from Park Slope, Brooklyn, to Trump country — and she writes that the gift of living in a rural county is that “I keep finding reasons to see my political adversar...
2024-11-1330 minLean Out with Tara HenleyEP 161: Larissa Phillips on Loving Your NeighbourSince last week’s election win for Donald Trump, we are seeing a renewed sense of scorn for Republican voters in parts of the mainstream media. The Guardian’s Rebecca Solnit, for example, writes in her column that “our mistake was to think we lived in a better country than we do.” My guest on today’s program doesn’t see it that way. She’s a lefty Democrat who moved from Park Slope, Brooklyn, to Trump country — and she writes that the gift of living in a rural county is that “I keep finding reasons to see my political adversar...
2024-11-1330 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#94 - AAC & Gestalt Language Processors with Laura HayesToday I'm talking to Laura Hayes. Laura is a speech/language pathologist who specializes in AAC and does a lot of work surrounding AAC for gestalt language processors. You are going to LOVE Laura and everything she shares when it comes to AAC. Be sure to head over and list now! Bio: Laura Hayes is a speech-language pathologist with over 15 years of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) experience in both school and medical settings. Laura has presented across state, national, and international conferences. She has been published and supported both inpatient pediatric and educational augmentative and alternative com...
2024-10-2947 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#88 - Gently Expanding Autistic Play: Tips for Parents and EducatorsThis week, we are continuing our discussion on honoring autistic play, focusing on how to gently expand it using simple strategies. We'll talk about how to start with activities the child already loves and introduce new ideas through modeling and imitation. The goal is to help children explore new ways to play while still feeling comfortable and understood. Let's dive in and explore these techniques together! You will learn about: Why to gently expand the play of autistic children Ways to expand play through modeling Using visual supports for play
2024-09-1714 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#87 - Autistic Play: Honoring Diverse Styles Of PlayIn this week's episode, we are talking about the unique ways autistic children play and why it's so important to respect and support their individual styles. Whether they enjoy repetitive actions or prefer playing alone, the ways they play are meaningful and important. We'll also discuss how we can gently encourage new ways to play while honoring their preferences. You really don't want to miss today's episode. I'll see you inside the show! You will learn about: Autistic play Definition of play Respecting play differences Expanding play in a gentle way Creating an environment inclusive of...
2024-09-1013 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#86 - Jessie Ginsburg, SLP: Sensory + Communication + Play = Positive Relationships With Autistic Kids!I had the honor of talking to Jessie Ginsburg, the Sensory SLP last spring and I'm so thrilled to bring the conversation back to you! We talked about the connection between sensory and communication and how the two can create increased engagement and progress for autistic children. We also chatted about Jessie's book, "Ready, Set, Connect". If you don't have your copy yet, grab it today! THIS is the information that you need if you want to start your new school year off with strategies that truly place compassion over compliance. Topics Discussed: Comb...
2024-09-0344 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#85 - Prioritizing Connection With Gestalt Language Processors With Nicole Casey, SLPWelcome back to our special Back to School series, where we're revisiting some of the most popular and impactful episodes to help you gear up for the new school year. These episodes have resonated with so many educators and parents, and we're excited to share them with you again. I'm thrilled to bring back an engaging and super informative conversation with speech/language pathologist Nicole Casey. Nicole's passion for working with autistic children and her deep dive into gestalt language processing make her an amazing guest. In this extra-long episode, we share stories, examples, and insights that w...
2024-08-271h 26The Autism Little Learners Podcast#84 - Why You Should Stop Using Hand Over Hand Prompting With Diamond RashadWelcome back to our special Back to School series, where we're revisiting some of the most popular and impactful episodes to help you gear up for the new school year. These episodes have resonated with so many educators and parents, and we're excited to share them with you again. The conversation around hand-over-hand prompting has been gaining traction, with many questioning its impact on bodily autonomy and neurodiversity affirmation. In this episode, I am joined by occupational therapist Dr. Diamond Rashad, who brings valuable insights into this important topic. Her expertise and clear articulation make this episode a...
2024-08-2040 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#83 - What Does Strength-Based Learning Mean?Welcome back to our special Back to School series, where we're revisiting some of the most popular and impactful episodes to help you gear up for the new school year. These episodes have resonated with so many educators and parents, and we're excited to share them with you again. Teaching autistic preschoolers with a strength-based approach can make a world of difference in their learning experience. Instead of focusing on what a child can't do, strength-based learning emphasizes their strengths, passions, and interests. In this episode, we'll compare strength-based learning to the traditional deficit-based approach and highlight t...
2024-08-1318 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#82 - Exploratory Play For Kids Who Dump & Throw ToysWelcome back to our special Back to School series, where we're revisiting some of the most popular and impactful episodes to help you gear up for the new school year. These episodes have resonated with so many educators and parents, and we're excited to share them with you again. Let's dive into the first one! As we head back into the classroom, understanding the developmental stages of play is crucial for supporting our young autistic students. In this episode, we explore the concept of "exploratory play"—a stage where children might dump toys, throw objects, or mouth ev...
2024-08-0617 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#81 - 5 Keys To Support Co-Regulation & Self-Regulation In Young Autistic KidsAs we head into August and gear up for the new school year, we thought it would be the perfect time to revisit some of our most popular episodes. These episodes have resonated deeply with our listeners and are packed with valuable insights that will be incredibly helpful during this back-to-school season. Today, we're kicking things off with an episode that offers five essential tips to support coregulation and self-regulation with young autistic children. These strategies are designed to create a supportive and nurturing environment, helping our little learners thrive both in and out of the classroom...
2024-07-3020 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#80 - Autism Little Learners Membership - Member Interviews Part 2Welcome to another episode of the Autism Little Learners podcast! Our membership community is filled with passionate educators, therapists, and parents all dedicated to creating compassionate and engaging environments for young autistic learners. Today, I'm excited to introduce you to two extraordinary members of our community who are making a tremendous impact in their own unique ways. Joining me are special education teacher and parent Laura Wing and special education teacher Jordan Daddow. Laura and Jordan consistently go above and beyond to support others in our membership community, and I'm delighted to share their stories with you...
2024-07-2343 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#79 - Autism Little Learners Membership - Member InterviewsAs many of you know, our Autism Little Learners membership is a supportive community of educators, therapists, and parents dedicated to fostering compassionate, approaches and engaging environments for our young autistic learners. Today, I'm thrilled to introduce two incredible members of our community who have been making a significant impact in their own unique ways. I'm talking to special education teacher Jona Lourenco, and parent and childcare provider Lily Hamilton. These two always go above and beyond supporting others in our membership community and I'm so happy to share them with you today In today's e...
2024-07-1634 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#78 - Lilly's Voice: AAC For Everyone!Today I'm talking to Stefanie from Lilly's Voice. Stefanie started this non-profit because after jumping through hoops to get her daughter, who is autistic and non-speaking, an AAC device, she decided to support other parents trying to do the same. She now provides AAC devices AND TRAINING for families who have been denied by insurance or can't afford the outrageous out-of-pocket costs of acquiring an AAC device. I'm partnering with Lilly's Voice during the Preschool Autism Summit and a portion of the proceeds will go to Lilly's Voice and directly fund AAC devices for kids ages 2-18 who need th...
2024-07-0935 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#77 - The Preschool Autism Summit: Everything You Need To Know!Have you grabbed your free ticket to the Preschool Autism Summit yet? In today's episode, I'm going to share all things summit with you. How it came to be, when it's taking place, who is speaking at the summit, and what they will be talking about. Plus, I'll tell you how to snag your free ticket today! I'll see you inside the show! Topics Discussed: Preschool Autism Summit How it came to be Who is speaking at the summit What the topics are How to get your tick...
2024-07-0215 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#76 - Autism: Childhood To Adulthood With An Amazing Autistic Adult - Lindsey MorelandI have to say that this episode was such a pleasure to record. I was lucky enough to meet a young woman named Lindsay and chat with her and her mom. You see, Lindsey is autistic and struggled with things like communication and social interaction as she grew up. She endured bullying and isolation. She is a testimant to perservernce. In one word, she's amazing. I can't wait to share her story and tell you what she is doing now, as a 30-year-old autistic woman. You are definitely going to want to listen right away. Topics D...
2024-06-2535 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#75 - Gestalt Language Processing With Nicole Casey, SLPNicole Casey is a speech/language pathologist who, like me, has a passion for working with autistic kids. In recent years she has taken a deep dive into learning more about gestalt language processing. The thing about Nicole is that she doesn't hold back and her love for what she does shines through. During this podcast interview, we started sharing stories and examples with each other and the next thing we knew it was an hour and 20 minutes later!! So, this podcast episode is extra long…but in all the best ways. You are going to love Nicole...
2024-06-181h 26The Autism Little Learners Podcast#74 - Neurodiversity-Affirming IEP Accommodations & Modifications With Destiny HuffThis week's guest is Destiny Huff and I had the best time talking to her about IEP accommodations and modifications that are neurodiversity-affirming. I know that we are all trying to write IEP's that are strengths-based and ND affirming, so you are definitely going to want to carve out the time to listen to this episode! We also chat about how we can partner with advocates like Destiny, vs seeing them as an adversary. There is so much packed into this week's show, so head over and listen to it TODAY! Topics Discussed: Acc...
2024-06-1153 min
The Autism ConsultantUsing engaging visuals supports with Tara PhillipsOur guest, Tara Phillips, is a speech/language pathologist who has worked with young autistic children for over 2 decades. She founded Autism Little Learners in 2019 because it was difficult to find engaging resources for young autistic children. Tara has always loved learning new and innovative ways to help her students and their families. She now runs Autism Little Learners full-time. Tara recently published a children's book titled "The Different Ways We Communicate", and offers courses and an online membership for educators and parents of young autistic children. Where to find and connect...
2024-06-1034 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#73 - Potty Training Your Autistic Child Or Student With Molly JohnsonAre you struggling with potty training your autistic child or your students? Whether you are a parent or a special educator, this episode is going to give you so many ideas to get started. I'm talking to Molly Johnson, and potty training autistic kids is her jam. I feel so lucky that I got to talk to her and that I get to share the conversation with you. Molly is a wealth of knowledge and full of actionable ideas for parents and educators. Let's get started! Molly Johnson is an autism consultant with 10+ years of experience working with...
2024-06-0453 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#72 - Travel And Autism With Kayla Castro - Certified Autism Travel ProfessionalYou guys…I'm so thrilled to introduce you to today's guest on the Autism Little Learners Podcast! Her name is Kayla Castro and she specializes in assisting parents of autistic kids plan amazing vacations! She's a special needs travel agent and I'll let you in on a secret….Kayla is sharing so many tips today that blew my mind! If you are a special educator, you are going to want to share this episode with families asap! Join Kayla and me inside of episode 72 today! Kayla Castro is a Certified Autism Travel Professional, a Special Education Educator, but more...
2024-05-2849 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#71 - The Autism Journey With Abbey & Christine Romeo From Love On The SpectrumWhen I say that you are in a for a treat today, I mean it! I was so fortunate to have the opportunity to talk to Abbey Romeo and her mother Christine, both of whom were featured on the Netflix show Love On The Spectrum U.S. On this special episode, Abbey shares her journey of growing up autistic, discussing the challenges she has faced and how she has learned to navigate them. Christine offers her perspective as Abbey's mother, detailing the support she has provided and the unique experiences they have encountered together. They ex...
2024-05-211h 06
Beautifully Complex265: Strategies for Young Autistic Learners, with Tara Phillips, SLPIn this episode, I’m joined by Tara Phillips, speech language pathologist and founder of Autism Little Learners. She shares some transformative tools and techniques which have significantly benefited her students, such as the use of visual supports and predictable routines. Together, Tara and I explore the importance of positive connections and a strengths-based approach in early education, practical tips for implementing adapted board books, and strategies to reduce anxiety for both children and parents. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or therapist, this episode is packed with resources and actionable advice to support the development of young autistic learners. Tune...
2024-05-1636 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#70 - Rethinking Hand Over Hand Prompting With OT, Dr. Diamond RashadHave you been hearing the talk lately about hand-over-hand prompting? Have you heard discussions surrounding this type of physical prompting and how it violates bodily autonomy and is not neurodiversity-affirming? This week's podcast guest is occupational therapist Dr. Diamond Rashad and I just had to have her on the show to talk about this topic because she articulates the information so well. This is another must-listen episode if you are working with young autistic kids! Topics Discussed: Bodily autonomy and agency Hand-over-hand prompting Alternatives to hand-over-hand prompting Ask...
2024-05-1443 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#69 -Neurotypical Language Development In Toddlers With Megan Peveto, Speech/Language PathologistSometimes we need to go back to the basics. Because May is National Speech Language and Hearing Month, I thought it would be the perfect time to do just that. Today I'm talking to Megan Peveto, who is a speech/language pathologist who specializes in toddler language development. Megan is going to bring us back to the basics when it comes to language development for neurotypical children. We will also be chatting a bit about what it means to be an analytic language processor vs a gestalt language processor. Join me for this fun conversation with Megan. Mega...
2024-05-0729 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#68 - Neurodiversity-Affirming Approaches With Emily Byers Chaney, SLPDo you ever find yourself wondering about things like, "what does it mean to be neurodiversity-affirming?", "why do many autistic children have pronoun reversals", "what is gestalt language processing", "why should we honor protests from autistic children", or "why aren't WH question goals appropriate for many young autistic students"?. If you are curious about these questions and more…you are going to want to join me for this week's podcast episode where I'll be chatting with Emily Byers Chaney. She's a speech/language pathologist and she was so kind to let me ask her a variety of questions that are...
2024-04-3049 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#67 - The Sensory & Communication Connection With Jessie Ginsburg - Sensory SLPI had the honor of talking to Jessie Ginsburg, the Sensory SLP and I'm so happy to bring the conversation to you! We talked about the connection between sensory and communication and how the two can create increased engagement and progress for autistic children. We also chatted about Jessie's brand new book, "Ready, Set, Connect". Run to get your copy today! Topics Discussed: Combining sensory input with communication Authentic connections with autistic kids Sensory avoiders and sensory seekers Seesaw analogy and optimal learning zone The importance of a pr...
2024-04-2343 minThe Autism Little Learners PodcastNavigating The Autism Diagnosis With Amber Arrington From Autism SavvyToday I'm talking to Amber Arrington. She's the mom of 6 and 3 of her children are autistic. She started Autism Savvy to support other parents whose children were recently diagnosed or awaiting a diagnosis. I loved hearing Amber's story and her insights when it comes to navigating a new autism diagnosis. Whether you are a parent or an educator, this episode is a must listen! Topics Discussed: Navigating the autism diagnosis Talking to parents about autism for the first time Communication between classroom and home Amber Arrington is a mother to 6...
2024-04-1636 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#65 - Picky Eating & Autism: Gentle Approaches With The Autism Dietitian, Brittyn ColemanDoes your autistic child or student have a very limited diet? Maybe they eat 3 or 4 foods and that's it? Join me today as I talk to Brittyn Coleman, the Autism Dietitian all about selective eaters and how we can best support them at home and in the school setting. You are going to love hearing what led Brittyn on this path to helping parents of neurodivergent children when it comes to nutrition. Topics Discussed: Picky eaters vs selective eaters language What does the term "safe foods" mean Why you should say "just...
2024-04-0955 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#64 - Autism Acceptance Month - 5 Things That Have Changed Over 25 YearsAs we recognize Autism Acceptance Month, it's essential to explore the journey of understanding and supporting autistic individuals. Today, I'm reflecting on 25 years of working with autistic children and how things have changed over those years. I'll be chatting about some of the shifts that I've made with my vocabulary, thoughts and teaching approaches. By looking back at these areas I hope to help promote a better understanding of autism and encourage acceptance and support for autistic children and adults. Topics Discussed: Evolution from Awareness to Acceptance: Symbolism of Puzzle Piece and Infinity Symbol Terminology: Person-First L...
2024-04-0218 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#63 - What Is Interoception? With Laura Petix From The OT ButterflyHave you heard the term interoception? Today's guest, Laura Petix, is an occupational therapist and she is sharing tons of information about interoception that is going to blow your mind! Not only do we talk about how it impacts potty training, but we also touch on emotional regulation and eating issues. You won't regret tuning in to today's episode! Topics Discussed: Interoception definition Interoception and potty training Ways we can work on interoception at the preschool level Sensory diets at home and school Laura Petix is a ne...
2024-03-2643 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#62 - Executive Functioning Skills For Autistic PreschoolersToday we're going to talk about executive functioning for autistic preschoolers. I know a lot of times when we hear executive functioning, we think of older kids. You might think of things like organizing and planning. But we really can start working on executive functioning skills with young children at the three to 5-year-old level. Keep listening and I'll share the 3 areas that make up executive functioning along with tips on how to support these areas at the early childhood level. Topics Discussed: What is executive functioning? Reasons that executive functioning is important...
2024-03-1921 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#61 - My Top 5 Favorite Visual Supports For My Preschool Autistic StudentsI'm going back to the basics in this episode and sharing my top 5 favorite visual supports for preschool aged autistic children. They work at home too! Stop reinventing the wheel and learn about these visuals that are tried and true and have stood the test of time. You can also download my free Visual Support Starter Set so you can implement these right away! In This Episode You Will Learn: 5 different visual supports for preschool autistic children Why each of these visual supports are valuable How to implement these visuals with aut...
2024-03-1219 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#60 - Autistic Adult (Part 2): Diagnosed At 53 Years Old With Anton DabbsMy high school classmate, Anton Dabbs, was diagnosed as autistic this year at the age of 53. We first chatted about his diagnosis in episode #56. We came together again to dive a little further into what life has been like since his diagnosis. It's always so amazing to talk to Anton. He's open, honest, and willing to share his insights. Don't miss this follow up episode! Anton is sharing his experience of self-discovery on his new YouTube Channel. Be sure to head over and subscribe to continue to follow his journey. He is so open and honest...
2024-03-0526 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#59 Strength-Based Learning for Autistic PreschoolersWhen we teach autistic preschoolers, the way we do it can make a big difference in how they grow, feel about themselves, and whether they learn to enjoy learning or not. Strength-based learning looks at what each child is good at and what their passions or interests are, instead of just what they can't do. This is different from the old-school method that mostly points out a child's weaknesses and missing skills. Today I'll be chatting about strength based learning vs a deficit-based approach with a sprinkle of positive relationships on the top. I'll also be giving a couple o...
2024-02-2718 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#58 Play-based Learning For Preschool Autistic ChildrenWe've been hearing a lot more about play-based learning in the last few years. But, how does that work for our young autistic children who require structure in the classroom? In today's episode, we are going to explore combining structure and predictable routines with play-based learning for young autistic children! Topics Discussed: What the stages of play are How to provide structure and still have play-based learning Why it's important to observe the child's play How to expand play Using visual supports during play Resources a...
2024-02-2017 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#57 Supporting Regulation In The Classroom With COTA's Rachel Harrington & Jessica HillEpisode 57 is full of awesome ideas for supporting co-regulation and self-regulation with our young autistic children. I had a chance to pick the brains of Jessica Hill and Rachel Harrington and you are going to LOVE the information they shared. Rachel Harrington, COTA/L, CPRCS and Jessica Hill, COTA/L, CPRCS are passionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and Certified Primitive Reflex Clinic Specialists who host the popular podcast, All Things Sensory by Harkla. Their podcast, digital courses, YouTube, and blog on Harkla.com cover topics related to sensory processing disorder, special needs, parenting, and topics related to child d...
2024-02-1340 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#56 Autistic Adult: Diagnosed At 53 Years Old With Anton DabbsOne of my high school classmates was recently given the autism diagnosis at age the age of 53. His name is Anton Dabbs. In this interview, he shares his experience with being diagnosed autistic later in life. He talks about his initial reaction and looks back on his childhood and shares things that now make sense. Anton is sharing his experience of self-discovery on his new YouTube Channel. Be sure to head over and subscribe to continue to follow his journey. He is so open and honest about everything...you are going to love Anton! He also has a new m...
2024-02-0643 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#55 3 Things You Need In Place Before Teaching An Autistic ChildToday I'll be sharing the 4 pillars or elements that will lay the foundation for less stress for both you and the autistic child. If you implement these teaching strategies for autistic learners, you will move from feeling overwhelmed and sometimes defeated to feeling like you can handle whatever comes your way at home and in the classroom. Keep listening to learn more about the Autism Little Learners Framework! Topics Discussed: The 4 foundational elements for teaching young autistic children Regulation Connection Routines Teaching Links Mentioned In Thi...
2024-01-3017 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#54 Autism And PDA With Casey EhrlichHave you heard of PDA? How about autism and PDA? PDA stands for Pathological Demand Avoidance, and it's being talked about A LOT in the autism community. This interview with Casey Ehrlich, Ph.D. was both eye-opening and informative! If you are a parent or educator with an autistic child or student who exhibits avoidance behaviors, you NEED to listen to today's episode! Topics Discussed: What is PDA? Characteristics of PDA PDA and the nervous system Autism and PDA Why typical teaching strategies don't work How...
2024-01-2348 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#53 - Autism Classroom Q & AToday's episode marks the one year birthday of the Autism Little Learners Podcast! It's so fitting that this milestone falls on a day when I'm doing a Q&A episode with my husband. Tune in as he asks me questions from listeners. Today we tackle the classroom setup, how to manage several visual schedules, unstructured play, and play-based vs 1:1 direct teaching in the special education classroom. Topics Discussed: Classroom setup Playbased learning balanced with 1:1 direct teaching Managing several visual schedules Symbol selection for visuals Links Mentio...
2024-01-1625 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#52 IEP's 101 For Parents With Special Guest Ashley BarlowEpisode/Show Notes: I had the honor of talking to Ashley Barlow for today's podcast episode. She is an attorney, mother of a son with Down Syndrome, and a former teacher. Since she has experienced the special education process from all three perspectives, she is the prefect person to interview about IEP's. If you are new to IEP's or just want a refresher, you aren't going to want to miss this episode. See you inside the show! Topics Discussed: IEP's IEP acronyms Preparing for an IEP meeting Link...
2024-01-0949 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#51 Helping Young Autistic Children Back In The Routine After Winter BreakAfter winter break, re-establishing routines in early childhood special education classrooms can be a challenge. Young children, particularly autistic children, benefit greatly from visual supports to ease this transition. In today's episode, we'll go back to the basics and explore effective strategies that will ease that transition back into the classroom after an extended break! Topics Discussed: Going back to school after winter break Visual supports and autism Visual schedules Autism and play Regulation Links Mentioned In This Episode: Visual Supports Starter Set
2024-01-0210 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#50 - 3 Ways To Follow The Lead Of An Autistic ChildToday we are going to chat about the OWL approach. It was developed by The Hanen Centre and is a great strategy if you want to follow the child's lead to learn more about what they like and how they are playing and communicating. The OWL approach has so many benefits, which I will go over during today's episode. Topics Discussed: Following the lead of an autistic child Examples of following their lead Benenfits of following the autistic child's lead Links Mentioned In This Episode: OWL...
2023-12-2610 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#49- 3 Ways To Foster Early Language Development In Young Autistic ChildrenFostering early language development in young autistic children goes way beyond teaching words. I'm excited to share 3 ways to encore language development that actually do not involve saying "say train" or "say cracker". Do you want to know what you can do instead? Listen to today's episode for easy tips that you can implement right away! Topics Discussed: Symbolic sounds and exclamatory words People play Exploratory play Links Mentioned In This Episode: Symbolic sounds resources on TpT Take out the toys booklet People pla...
2023-12-1917 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#48 - Paraprofessional Training 101 With Jennifer HofferberYou are NOT going to want to miss today's episode! I talked to Jennifer Hofferber, a special education teacher of the year in Oklahoma, about training paraprofessionals. She has made it her mission to help others train and create a well oiled machine with their paraprofessionals. I can't wait for you to hear her amazing insights and tips! Topics Discussed: Training paraprofessionals and educational assistants Special education teachers as leaders Para interest survey Facilitating hard conversations Building relationships with paraprofessionals Links Mentioned In This Episode:
2023-12-1229 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#47 - Training Paraprofessionals With Little To No Time!How much time do you get to train your paraprofessionals? If you are like most of us…the answer is "little to none". So, how can we provide training that only takes a couple of minutes per day? Well, today I'm going to talk about 7 areas that are the most important to start with and then I'll share 2 resources that will help you train your staff in just a few minutes each day! Topics Discussed: Training paraprofessionals and educational assistants Autism Gestalt language processing Regulation Building relationships...
2023-12-0514 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#46 - 3 Steps To Potty Train An Autistic Child With Compassion!In this episode, we're exploring the essential steps of potty training for autistic children, all while emphasizing compassion. Potty training can be a challenging journey, especially for children who are autistic. I've broken down the process into five steps, each designed to create a supportive and comfortable environment for your child or student. I'll see you inside the show! Topics Discussed: Challenges autistic children face with potty training 3 steps to potty training with compassion Preparing autistic children with visuals and social stories What you get in the Potty Train W...
2023-11-2810 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#45 - Navigating Holiday Gatherings With An Autistic ChildThe holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness for many families, but it can also be a challenging time for parents of young autistic children. Changes in routines, sensory overload, and social gatherings can be overwhelming. In today's episode we'll explore seven tips to help parents of young autistic children navigate the holidays successfully. Topics Discussed: Challenges autistic children and parents face during holiday gatherings, maintaining a consistent schedule, preparing autistic children in advance with a social story and visuals, using a portable visual schedule, communicating with family and friends, bringing comfort items and preferred f...
2023-11-2111 min
All Things Sensory by Harkla#282 - Creating the Most Effective Visual Supports with Tara Phillips, MS, CCC-SLPTara Phillips is a speech/language pathologist and has run her own communication based classroom for 25 years. She was at the early elementary level for the first part of her career, and at the early childhood level for the last 10 years.Tara earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Communicative Disorders at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Her minor was in Early Childhood Education. After working exclusively with autistic children at the elementary level for several years, she ...
2023-11-1550 minAll Things Sensory by Harkla#282 - Creating the Most Effective Visual Supports with Tara Phillips, MS, CCC-SLPTara Phillips is a speech/language pathologist and has run her own communication based classroom for 25 years. She was at the early elementary level for the first part of her career, and at the early childhood level for the last 10 years.Tara earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Communicative Disorders at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Her minor was in Early Childhood Education. After working exclusively with autistic children at the elementary level for several years, she ...
2023-11-1550 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#44 - Visual Schedules Made Easy Online Course!Are you feeling overwhelmed when you think about where to start with using visual schedules in your classroom or at home? Are you struggling to create visual schedules that actually work? You are not alone! Join me inside of today's episode so we can chat about a solution to your problem. Topics Discussed: History of visual schedules Visual Schedules Made Easy Course Links Mentioned In This Episode ( if you don't see the links below, go to www.autismlittlelearners.com/shownotes for clickable links). JOIN VISUAL SCHEDULES MADE EASY ONLINE COUR...
2023-11-1407 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#43 - Types Of Visual Schedules For Autistic PreschoolersFor autistic children, the world can sometimes feel confusing and unpredictable. Visual schedules serve as lighthouses, providing a clear, visual pathway through the daily fog of activities. These powerful tools not only enhance comprehension and independence but also reduce anxiety and ease transitions. Let's explore the types of visual schedules, how to select symbols, and determine the optimal schedule length for your child or student. Topics Discussed: Visual schedules Symbol selection for visual schedules Line drawings for schedules Objects schedules Length of a visual schedule ...
2023-11-0712 min
Conservation Careers PodcastPodcast | How to follow your passion as a career switcher … Developing The Soil Centre with Tara PhillipsHave you ever had a BIG idea that grabbed your attention and got you excited? And if you have, did you know how to start turning your idea into reality? Todays’ guest is a career switcher doing just this. Tara Phillips is a Ted-X speaker coach who is developing an exciting idea to start an inspiring physical space where people can learn, convene and campaign about soil and soil-related issues. Called The Soil Centre, she hopes it will lead to action being taken to conserve and regenerate the soil, which in turn, will result in wildlife and hum...
2023-08-2847 min
Georgia Medicine WomenEpisode 5: Dr. Tara Merritt and Patient AdvocacyDr. Tara Merritt is a Georgia Medicine Woman located in Watkinsville, Georgia. She shares her experience in advocating for a close family member during a hospitalization and shares some helpful tips for family members. She is passionate about helping patients and families navigate our broken healthcare system, especially during times of health crisis in complicated inpatient hospitalizations. We also discuss the importance of integrating spiritual care and goals of care into health care decision making.
2023-05-2251 min
Women In WorshipHearing God In The Everyday - Tara BanksDo you want to hear God's voice more clearly? In your everyday? In every moment? Tara's new book is full of wisdom from her own experiences and walk with the Lord to help us do just that!
2023-05-1929 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#13 - Autism Classroom Q & AThanks for joining us for Tuesday Talks With Tara & Jason. These Q & A episodes will air on the first Tuesday of each month. I love brainstorming with you and helping you come up with ideas, so be sure to submit a question by sending me a DM on Instagram or Facebook. You can also submit using this link. In today's Q & A episode, I answered questions related to autism about: Navigating the initial diagnosis of autism Parents in denial of autism diagnosis Student who puts visuals in their mouth Child who pushes one button over and over...
2023-04-1119 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#8 - Autism Classroom Q & AThanks for joining us for Tuesday Talks With Tara & Jason. These Q & A episodes will air on the first Tuesday of each month. I love brainstorming with you and helping you come up with ideas, so be sure to submit a question by sending me a DM on Instagram or Facebook. You can also submit using this link. In today's Q & A episode, I answered questions related to autism about: Student escaping from the classroom Justifying play-based learning Managing sensory tools Visual schedule vs communication device Dual diagnosis of Down Syndrom and autism Negative behaviors Morning rou...
2023-03-0727 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#4 - Autism Classroom Q & AThanks for joining us for Tuesday Talks With Tara & Jason Phillips. These Q & A episodes will air on the first Tuesday of each month. I love brainstorming with you and helping you come up with ideas, so be sure to submit a question by sending me a DM on Instagram or Facebook. You can also submit using this link. Links Mentioned In This Episode About Visual Supports: Visual Schedules Made Easy Online Course Waitlist Autism Little Learners on Instagram Autism Little Learners on Facebook Free Visual Supports Starter Set You can also join my fr...
2023-02-0719 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#3 - 5 Best Visuals For An Autism Classroom!In this episode, I share 5 of my favorite visual supports to start with in an autism classroom. They work at home too! Stop reinventing the wheel and try these visuals that are tried and true and have stood the test of time. In This Episode You Will Learn: 5 different visual supports for autism Why each of these visual supports are valuable How to implement these visuals with autistic children Links Mentioned In This Episode About Visual Supports: Visual Support Starter Set The Incredible 5 Point Scale by Kari Dunn Buron Episode 2 - more information about the A...
2023-01-3122 minThe Autism Little Learners Podcast#1 - Learn About What The Autism Little Learners Podcast Can Help You With!Thank you for listening to this quick little mini-episode of the Autism Little Learners Podcast! I'm so excited about all of the goodness and actionable strategies that this podcast is going to give you in its full-length episodes. I want YOU to come away with strategies that are tried and true and REALLY word for young autistic children. Whether you are a parent, family member, or educator, this podcast is for YOU! Together, we will chat about all things autism. Some of the upcoming topics include: visual supports and autism using visual schedules adapted books...
2023-01-1403 min
HEAL: conversations to guide you toward personal growth and overall wellbeingHEAL: Season 2 Episode 51 with Tara HarbertJoin me as I sit down with Tara Harbert.
Tara is a self-love empowerment coach and tarot reader based in Sacramento, CA.
She helps tender hearted clients suffering with people pleasing, perfectionism and self-abandonment to discover, embrace, and nurture their heart-centeredness so they can become deeply rooted in self-compassion, self-trust, and loving self-dialogue.
She does so by working on three key components: mental, spiritual, and body integration for maximum alignment and clarity.
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2022-12-231h 02
Find Your Spark141:Welcome, Tara Phillips, Educator Extraordinaire!In this episode we welcome our newest team member, Tara Phillips! Tara joins SPARK after 16 years teaching elementary school in Texas, Florida, and Abu Dhabi. Her love for her kids and passion for bringing out the best in them is infectious and what drew us together. Tara shares her perspective on educating the whole child, her reasons for changing careers, why she chose SPARK, and what parents and our educational leadership can do to help all kids realize their potential. Tune in to hear why we are so excited to have this passionate educator join our team! Click here...
2022-08-2530 min
the tara bixby podcast101. Dr. Katharine Phillips: Body Dysmorphic DisorderIn a world obsessed with appearances, it's not surprising that body dysmorphic disorder, also known as BDD, has manifested itself as a troubling and relatively common problem for many individuals. Dr. Katherine Phillips is the world's leading expert on body dysmorphic disorder. She is a physician, educator, and scientist who has spent her career caring for patients, mentoring/teaching, and conducting groundbreaking scientific research on body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) and other psychiatric disorders. We talk about... What body dysmorphic disorder is The difference between BDD and body image issues Why people who live with...
2022-05-1150 min
The Scalable ExpertHow to Rock Your Videos with Tracy PhillipsIn this episode, Tara welcomes video expert Tracy Phillips. She likes to help entrepreneurs find their video mojo in a fun and engaging way. Her approach to video is bite-sized, non-scary, non-threatening, and non-techie. Going from in-person meetings to zoom conferences, we’ve all been getting a little too comfy in our work-at-home clothes. Tracy shares why you should get camera-ready every day.Listen as she shares the importance of embracing your “sucky period” and making the desire to reach your audience greater than your fear. Learn how to avoid the sea of sameness out there and some Sup...
2022-04-2840 min
The Deke Snipe Celly PodcastDSC Mini-Series: TrailblazHER Part 1 - Tara SloneWho better to springboard our TrailblazHER mini-series then a fellow east coaster, the incomparable, Tara Slone. In what might be the best podcast we’ve ever done, we chat about her upbringing in Halifax and memories of Newfoundland and Bob Cole. Our round table gets the scoop on how Tara ended up on Hometown Hockey and her first meeting with Ron MacLean. The DSC crew zero in on her outspokenness with regards issues around the NHL like the Kyle Beech incident, Evander Kane’s second chances, & Logan Mailloux being draft against his wishes. We discuss the GM’s responsibility to bui...
2022-01-261h 04
Shorts: Beyond Measure w/ Tara, Caroline & AllisonEpisode 105 - Qatch Founder Nicole PhillipsIn this episode, Tara and Jill sit down with Qatch founder Nicole Phillips.
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2021-11-0814 min
The World of PresentationsBeing a Successful Panelist with Tara PhillipsIn this episode with Tara Phillips, public speaking coach for more than 15 years and TEDx speaker coach since 2010, we talk about what panel discussions are, how to be a successful panelist and how to face the challenges prepared.
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2021-04-2730 min
Restoring The Day Podcast with Susan Shannon[E.24] Codependency, Boundaries, Learning Self Trust & Stepping Forward Into Growth with Trauma Therapist & Coach Tara PhillipsThis, my friends, is the deep work.Tara Phillips, Trauma Relationship Therapist and Trauma Coach with over 17 years experience gets vulnerable with us and talks about all things insecurities, codependency patterns in relationships, learning to listen to and trust ourselves again, setting up boundaries...I, Susan, share bits and pieces of my story as well too, and how I began understanding my trauma patterns in my own life, relationships, and in my business as well too.Follow Tara on Instagram @taraphillipscoachingFollow Susan @susan_restoringthedayCheck out Tara's programs and...
2021-02-221h 05
Laborwave RadioWildcat Strikes at University of California w/ Shannon Ikebe & Tara PhillipsLaborwave Radio speaks with Shannon Ikebe and Tara Phillips, two striking workers at the University of California, on the power of wildcat strikes, importance of deep internal union democracy, and organizing worker insurgencies. They are the authors of the piece, The Grassroots Wildcat Strike for a COLA and the Fight for a Democratic, Militant Union.
Shannon Ikebe is a PhD candidate in Sociology at the University of California, Berkeley. They study social democracy and labor movements in Europe.
Tara Phillips is a PhD candidate in Comparative Literature at the University of California Berkeley where she studies US and Latin American...
2020-08-0456 min
Trust & Thrive86: Self-Esteem & Healing - with Jason Phillips, Psychotherapist & Life CoachJason Phillips is a licensed therapist and life coach, specializing in helping individuals achieve their highest level of personal and professional development. Jason focuses on what he refers to as the 3 C’s, Clarity, Confidence, and Consistency. As a Detroit Native, Jason is a proud graduate of Cass Technical High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Eastern Michigan University, and a Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan.As a mental health professional, Jason has worked with various populations to include college counseling, grief and loss, Active Duty soldiers, Veter...
2020-07-2350 minWomen In WorshipTara Banks - These Are The Days - Part 2We continue the conversation with our great friend/pastor, Tara Banks, from Seacoast Church based in Charleston, SC. Tara shares about risks, rewards, and being present in your current season. Her heart: "These are the Days! Don't miss it!"
2019-06-0320 minWomen In WorshipTara Banks - Part 1Join us as we sit down with our great friend/pastor, Tara Banks, from Seacoast Church based in Charleston, SC. If you're a young leader or even a seasoned one, you don't want to miss the wisdom and experience that Tara brings to the table as we talk through challenges and wins of ministry life. Whether you're thinking of going into ministry, or you're already serving in a full-time, part-time or volunteering capacity, this is for you!
2019-05-1427 min