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S2E8 S2 E8: DIR Floortime for Homeschool and for Life with Dr. Daniella Boyd Ed.D.
In the second of two episodes, Colleen speaks with Dr. Daniella Boyd— creator of the account @autism.conmigo that blends the professional with the personal while thoughtfully documenting her family’s…
S2E7 S2 E7: From Harvard to Homeschool: How Dr. Daniella Boyd went from being the teacher she needed as a undiagnosed neurodivergent child- but never had- to the one her Autistic children need right now
In the first of two episodes, Colleen speaks with Dr. Daniella Boyd— creator of the account @autism.conmigo that blends the professional with the personal while thoughtfully documenting her family’s…
S2E6 S2 E6: This Advocate's 10 Point IEP Specificity Checklist
Ever wish you knew what an advocate was going to look for in your student’s IEP? Are you curious about what makes an IEP strong and specific? In this episode, advocate and former school…
S2E5 S2 E5: Making Good Trouble in Texas: Kaitlin Cruise’s Advocacy, from School Board Meetings to the State Capitol—and Back to the IEP Table
In this episode, Colleen Ashford talks with Kaitlin Cruise, former special education teacher and current special education advocate and tutor in DFW, Texas. They dive into the uncomfortable realities…
S2E4 S2 E4: Transforming Your Approach to IEP Meetings with the 7 Principles of Mindfulness; Insights from Dr. Angelyn Franks SLPD CCC-SLP
In this episode of the Unfiltered IEPs, host Colleen welcomes Dr. Angelyn Franks, SLPD, CCC-SLP, and founder of the Alignment Revolution, to discuss how educators and clinicians can address their…
S2E3 S2 E3: Dispelling Myths about Telepractice and Telling Hard Truths About Independent Contracting as a School SLP: How Brittany Musholt Redefined Her Role On Her Terms
In this episode of the Unfiltered IEPs, host Colleen welcomes Brittany Musholt, a pediatric SLP, business owner, mom and author, to discuss the realities of working in school-based speech therapy,…
S2E2 S2 E2: Empowered to Serve From the Outside; How Nichole Carrisquillo-Stumpf MS CCC-SLP Advocates for Spanish-Speakers in Special Education as an Independent Contractor
In this episode of the Unfiltered IEPs podcast, host Colleen Ashford MS SLP, speaks with Nichole Carrasquillo-Stumpf M.S. CCC-SLP, a bilingual speech language pathologist, about her journey in the…
S2E1 S2 E1: Rachelle Ashford M.ED, Ed.S On Co-Teaching Models in Special Education, Tech Tools that Boost Student Confidence and Transition Planning in a District with Selective Enrollment
Welcome Back to Season 2 of Unfiltered IEPs! Follow or Subscribe to the Podcast so you never miss an episode! Find digital downloads like "The Guide to Becoming an Advocate on the Inside" here:…
S1E16 3 Mindset Shifts You Need to Become an Advocate *On The Inside*
In this bonus episode, Colleen gets into the nitty gritty about 2 out of the 3 mindset shifts inside The Guide To Becoming an Advocate *On The Inside* 1. An IEP is an group project, NOT a…
S1E14 Ep 15: Teacher Voices: Bilingual Education, IEPs and Inclusion
In this episode, Colleen (@TheAdvocate.SLP) is joined by her friends, two passionate bilingual general education teachers, Melissa and Ivania, to discuss the intersection of bilingual education and…
S1E14 Ep 14: Phương Liên Palafox On What Surprised Her About The Research On School SLPs and How She Imagines a Future of Inclusivity
In this episode, Colleen and Phương Liên Palafox discuss the study she co-authored on the invisible workload of school-based speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and what surprised her about the…
S1E12 Ep 13: Translation and Interpretation of IEPs and Why Cultural Responsiveness and Intersectionality Matter
In this episode of Unfiltered IEPs, Colleen Stern passionately discusses bilingual service delivery and the importance of cultural understanding within education and healthcare systems. She details 5…
S1E12 Ep 12: All Things Middle Grade IEPs: Goals, Transition Planning and More with Hallie Sherman M.S. CCC-SLP
In this episode of Unfiltered IEPs, host Colleen Stern speaks with Hallie Sherman, a seasoned speech-language pathologist, to discuss the intricacies of working with middle-grade students and…
S1E11 Ep 11: Dr. Brandi Tanner Describes the Unique Role of a School Psychologist and the 3 C’s of Student Success
Join Colleen, The Advocate SLP, as she sits down with Dr. Brandi Tanner Ph.D., NCSP to explore the intricacies of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Dr. Tanner shares her extensive experience…
S1E10 Ep 10: A Future Special Education Teacher Reflects on Educational Experiences from at Home and Abroad with Jacob Johnson
Join Colleen, the Advocate SLP, as she sits down with Jacob Johnson, a future special education teacher, to discuss his journey from music to education, his experiences teaching in China, and his…
S1E9 Ep 9: Topics that Transcend the IEP Process; Presuming Competence and Confronting Bias as an Ongoing Practice, with Lisa Baskin Wright and Dr. Destiny Huff
This episode is a "part 2" of Episode 8!Colleen is joined by Dr. Destiny Huff and Lisa Baskin Wright for a thought-provoking conversation that spans many topics and two episodes! In this episode they…
S1E8 Ep 8: Roles, Responsibilities and Reputations of Advocates and Coaches with Dr. Destiny Huff and Lisa Baskin Wright
In this episode, Colleen is joined by Dr. Destiny Huff and Lisa Baskin Wright for a thought-provoking conversation that spans many topics and two episodes! In this episode they discuss personal…
S1E7 Ep 7: The Elephant in the IEP Meeting
Join Colleen, The Advocate SLP, as she delves into the obvious but often unspoken barrier for students receiving special education. This episode uncovers the financial constraints and systemic issues…
S1E6 Ep 6: Real Talk About Inclusion, Autonomy and More with Director of Special Education, Dr. Diana Fannon Ed.D.
Join host Colleen, the Advocate SLP, as she engages in a deep conversation with Dr. Diana Fannon, a seasoned special education leader. Dr. Fannon shares her journey from teacher to school…
S1E5 Ep 5: A Parent's Perspective on Navigating and Advocating within Special Education, with Gisela A Burks
Join host Colleen and guest Gisela A Burks as they delve into the intricacies of the IEP process from a parent's viewpoint. Gisela shares her journey navigating her son's autism diagnosis, the…
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UNFILTERED IEPS has published 24 episodes since July 2025, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.
UNFILTERED IEPS is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 47m.
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