Send us a textDr Suzanne Beeke I trained as a speech and language therapist (BA Hons, Reading University, UK) qualifying in 1993. After graduating I took a part time research assistant role on an aphasia project at Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh where I caught the research bug. During my 3 years in Edinburgh I also worked in adult neuro at the Western General Hospital and supported student speech and language therapists at QMU. I then moved to UCL, taking up a research post on on...

Send us a textWe're talking to Pete Coady, the peer leader for Darlington and Bishop Auckland, Say Aphasia. Pete was a salesman for Mondelez Cadbury before he had a serious road accident that left him with aphasiahttps://www.sayaphasia.orgSupport the showSupport the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/JonathanHironsTo watch Jonathan’s film: https://tipofmytonguefilm.comhttp://x.com/buffaloloungeukhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhirons/The Tavistock Trust for Aphasia websitehttp://...

Send us a textIn this first episode, we're talking to Tom Ryan Elliott, a young man who had a terrible brain injury, which resulted in aphasia and epilepsy. And we're going to talk about, in particular, disability in the workplace.Support the showSupport the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/JonathanHironsTo watch Jonathan’s film: https://tipofmytonguefilm.comhttp://x.com/buffaloloungeukhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhirons/The Tavistock Trust for Aphasia websitehttp://aphasiatavisto...

Send us a Text Message.Reflecting on the Journey: Uncovering the Themes of Aphasia AwarenessIn the final episode of Series 1 of 'On the Tip of My Tongue,' hosts Rob Edwards and Jonathan Hirons review the key themes and insights from their podcast series dedicated to raising awareness about aphasia. They discuss the stigmatization and misunderstandings surrounding the condition, share personal stories from guests such as Dr. Trevor Powell and insights from Michael Shann on the role of carers. ...

Send us a Text Message.Intertwined Health: Neuropsychology, Brain Health, and Insights from Dr. Trevor PowellIn this episode of 'On the Tip of My Tongue,' Dr. Trevor Powell, a consultant clinical neuropsychologist, discusses the interconnectedness of physical and mental health, emphasizing how psychological processes influence physical conditions. He addresses the stigma surrounding mental health by comparing it to physical health problems. Dr. Powell provides insights into neuropsychology, d...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode we talk to Dr Trevor Powell about Neuropsychology, the Brain and Aphasia, Joe Biden and Walking Football!Trevor Powell is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Neuropsychologist with over 30 years experience of working in mental health and neuropsychology in the NHS.He is the clinical lead and manager for neuropsychology service in Berkshire and specialises in head injury (TBI) and more recently Asperger’s Syndrome (ASD).Support the Show.To watc...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we talk to Ann Hirons who cared for Jonathan after he had a bleed on his brain. She speaks of the early days when Jonathan was diagnosed with Aphasia and the months as he progressed with his recovery. Support the Show.To watch Jonathan’s film: https://tipofmytonguefilm.comhttp://x.com/buffaloloungeukhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhirons/The Tavistock Trust for Aphasia websitehttp://aphasiatavistocktrust.org

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we talk to Michael Shann, Head of Carer Support at Carers UK. Michael is an experienced change management professional with over 25 years’ experience with three leading charities and the NHS. Carers UK is the leading national charity for unpaid carers.It supports, advocate for, champion and connect carers across the UK, so that no one has to care alone.Making life better for carersLooking after someone can be a rewarding experience but...

In this episode Jonathan Hirons and Rob Edwards talk to Barbara Chalk about running a charity for people with Aphasia.APHASIA"A lot of people's experience of aphasia is that nobody knows what it is and it's a hidden disability. Not being recognised as having something seriously wrong with you is incredibly frustrating""Is there something, is this an insightful way to kind of talk about aphasia? Is there something inherent in the condition itself, being something to do with the voice rather th...

In this episode,  Jonathan talks about his Aphasia with his lifelong friend, actor Rob Edwards.   They discuss how Jonathan got Aphasia; what is Aphasia; Jonathan’s recovery and how is podcast with raise awareness for the condition. To watch Jonathan’s film: https://tipofmytonguefilm.com http://x.com/buffaloloungeuk https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhirons/ The Tavistock Trust for Aphasia website http://aphasiatavistocktrust.org