Common Sense Media Review
By Lakshmi Hutchinson
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Inclusive pod changes how we think about stuttering.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 9+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Listen
Parent and Kid Reviews
What's It About?
Each episode of PROUD STUTTER features an in-depth conversation with a guest (or guests) about their experience with stuttering. Host Maya Chupkov shares her own story of coming to terms with stuttering, while welcoming the diverse perspectives of others who stutter. People from diverse backgrounds and communities talk about how stuttering has affected learning to communicate in a second language, working in public-facing roles, and parenting. The podcast has a very welcoming and positive tone and encourages an understanding of verbal diversity.
Is It Any Good?
This is a unique and insightful podcast that promotes inclusivity while educating people about stuttering. The creator and host of Proud Stutter, Maya Chupkov, makes a point of saying that the show is for everyone. If you do stutter, this is a show that provides representation and support, and a place where people speak openly about something that's often kept hidden. And if you don't stutter, listening to this show is a wonderful way to learn about other people's experiences and develop empathy and an understanding of verbal diversity.
Proud Stutter really excels in showcasing the stories of people from diverse backgrounds. One episode features guests who discuss stuttering in the Latino community, and the particular struggle of learning Spanish with a stutter. Another guest shares how she's managed to juggle multiple disabilities.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how Proud Stutter is a source of relatability for those with verbal disabilities and also educates those who don't stutter. Has the podcast changed your understanding of stuttering? In what way?
Have you heard characters stutter in TV shows or movies? How is it usually portrayed?
This podcast promotes communication, perseverance, and empathy. Why are these important character strengths?
Podcast Details
- Release date : October 22, 2021
- Genre : Language & Culture
- Run time : 30 minutes
- Website : https://www.proudstutter.com/
- Host : Maya Chupkov
- Production Company and Network : Independent
- Pricing structure : Free
- Character Strengths : Communication , Empathy , Perseverance
- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : July 25, 2023
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