In this final episode of Season 5 of Some Stutter, Luh!, we welcome Dr. Kelly Wright, an experimental sociolinguist and scholar-activist, who identifies as a Black, biracial, queer woman. She discusses her work on linguistic justice, focusing on how language …
Dr. Hazel Price explains the use of corpus linguistics and critical discourse analysis in studying language. She provides insights into how these methods can reveal subtle patterns in language use, such as the negative connotations of certain words and how …
Kris Conlin discusses their journey with stuttering and how it has influenced their life and career. The episode covers the nuances of self-expression and the ways Kris has navigated societal perceptions and challenges related to communication.
Helme Ayad shares his experience with Wilson’s disease, a rare condition that affected his speech. He describes the initial challenges, including severe pain and the eventual loss of speech. Helme emphasizes the struggle and resilience involved in navigating life with …
Steff Lebsack, a speech-language pathologist who stutters, shares her journey and passion for working with people who stutter. She discusses her background, including her brother’s childhood stuttering and her own development of stuttering later in life due to a brain …
Mounah Bizri discusses the “Eloquence du Bégaiement” program, which provides public speaking training for individuals with disabilities, including stuttering, Down syndrome, and autism. The program focuses on body language, argumentation, and expressivity, aiming to empower participants and change societal views …
Sean discusses his experiences with stammering and how it intersects with his life as a writer. He elaborates on the importance of stammering pride and the idea of “natural fluency,” where ease of communication is prioritized over conventional fluency. Sean …
Kellina Powell discusses her perspective on disabilities, focusing on viewing them as unique abilities. She shares her experiences as a Deaf entrepreneur, highlighting the challenges and importance of accessibility in technology, such as closed captioning on platforms like Zoom and …
Maryam Shoghi shares her personal experiences with stuttering, emphasizing the emotional journey and the struggle for self-acceptance. The episode delves into how stuttering affects communication and relationships, and how Maryam navigates these challenges with resilience.
