In Episode 84, Cari and Jim unpack how to support AAC in daily routines, how to build a strong team around the communicator, and why communication is everyone's job—not just the speech therapist's.
Nov 18
Episode 85: Autism and Thanksgiving: A Survival Guide
<p>For many Autistic children, big family gatherings can be overwhelming, unpredictable, and absolutely exhausting. But with the right supports, these gatherings can feel more like a celebration and less like a survival mission. </p>
30m 53s
Oct 2025
Episode 83: Beyond Requesting—The Power of Robust AAC
<p>In this episode, Cari and Jim explore what makes an AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) system robust. They discuss how robust AAC goes far beyond requesting, giving users the ability to connect, share emotions, and express their full personalities. </p>
27m 57s
Apr 2025
Case Study: I Don’t Know What to Say During Sibling Arguments
<p><span>What happens when you don’t know what to say as a parent? How can we handle sibling rivalry and help our children navigate their conflicts? In this episode of Peace and Parenting, I'm joined by Lindsey, a mom of two spirited young ones, Ace and Ava. </span></p><p><br ... Show More
16m 22s
Nov 2023
S2E3 - “Welcome to the familia”
Logan explores his family tree and learns how to talk about his favorite relatives.<br /><br />Esteban explains how to talk in the third person, and we explore possessive adjectives. Esteban also shares his conversation with Ruby, another teacher, about the life of her mother.<br ... Show More
15m 49s
Jun 2025
Case Study: Dealing with an "Authoritative Personality" in a Nine-Year-Old
Do you ever find yourself in those familiar power struggles with your child? Maybe it’s the daily screen time battle, that feeling of being rushed, or just their amazing, strong will challenging you at every turn. If you're nodding along, please know you're not alone, and there a ... Show More
20m 32s
Oct 2025
2780: Connected Conversations by Shana Olmstead on Deepening Your Relationships
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2780: Shana Olmstead shares a heartfelt guide on how to approach difficult conversations with intention, empathy, and emo ... Show More
7m 27s
Feb 2024
Ep 13 Meeting Your Child Where They are at Developmentally, Having Realistic Expectations, and Remembering Receptive Language Skills: Interview with Racheal
You are in for a treat! This is my first interview and it's with my friend and fellow Speech Language Pathologist, Racheal. She has a wealth of knowledge and shares some golden nuggets in this episode. Learn the importance of meeting toddlers where they’re at developmentally to h ... Show More
22m 57s
Oct 2023
S2E1 - “Asking about preguntas”
Who are we? What’s this podcast? How do you ask and respond to questions in Spanish?<br /><br />Esteban and Logan talk about formulating yes or no questions, question words, and how to introduce yourself. We also invite Pedro, another Babbel teacher, for a conversation about hims ... Show More
14m 3s