Show Notes
Respiratory training devices are becoming more common in voice and performance spaces. I do not use them in my personal or professional practice, which is why I was interested in learning more. What you see in this episode is essentially my first time working with a respiratory muscle training device in this context. In this episode, I sit down with Katelyn Swiader, M.S.Ed. CCC SLP, a speech language pathologist with a background that bridges clinical voice work and performance. Katelyn received her Master of Science in Education from Old Dominion University and her Bachelor of Music from George Mason University. She holds her Certificate of Clinical Competency through ASHA and is a member of SIG 3, focusing on voice and upper airway disorders. Katelyn has worked across pediatric and adult populations in schools, hospitals, outpatient settings, and private practice. She is also the founder of Sound Waves VC, where she brings together her work in speech pathology, voice, and communication to support individuals in reaching their goals as speakers and performers. Alongside her clinical work, she has performed professionally, taught voice, and continues to work with individuals on developing more compelling and effective communication. Together, we explore respiratory training devices, what they are designed to do, and how they are currently being used. This conversation offers perspective on their potential role within a broader approach to breathing and voice work. As you listen, consider your own context. The body is not one size fits all, and tools that influence airflow and pressure require awareness of how each individual system organizes and responds. This episode is intended to open inquiry rather than provide definitive answers. It is an opportunity to listen, reflect, and continue developing your own clinical or personal lens when working with the breath and voice. This conversation is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The views expressed in this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Christine Schneider or The Visceral Voice. #TheVisceralVoice #VocalHealth #BreathWork #VoiceScience #SingersHealth #Biomechanics #RespiratoryHealth #VoiceTraining #VocalResilience #SingingTechnique
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