SOVT, or 'semi-occluded vocal tract' exercises, IF done with good form, can significantly improve vocal ability and vocal health. In this episode, I show you why and how you should PULL them instead of Push them, like most people do. See this episode on YouTube for video demonstrations of these exercises.
Other Links mentioned:
Marci D. Rosenberg article
Ingo Titze article
Balloon phonation exercises
Mark Thress
Book a lesson with me
My vocal training course

Vocal strain, also known as vocal fatigue, is the leading cause of vocal problems, limitations and vocal damage for both singers and speakers. In this episode, I'm going to give you the top 18 causes of vocal strain that I see, and tell you how to fix what's making your voice so tired. I'm also going to share the audio of a short vocal lesson I did where my student's vocal fatigue was eliminated immediately after I put her at the wall. 
Links mentioned:
The full video of Silvana's vocal lesson 
My ebook on Vocal Health
Food enzymes I use https://amzn.to/3r0jE5c (Amazon pd link)
The Easy Way To Stop Smoking book https://amzn.to/3PA5Jgm (Amazon pd link)
Speaking Voice Technique online course
Interview with Gina Thurston
Interview with Angela McCuiston
My story of vocal recovery after endotracheal tube 
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Gena Thurston, PT/DPT/CIDN has worked with all kinds of voices, including the cast of Hamilton. She has a unique, hands-on, highly effective approach to vocal issues that she shares with me on this episode. I trust her enough to be the only one I've ever let manipulate my own larynx!
Find Gena in Nashville at https://stevekravitz.com/our-team/gena-thurston/Steve Kravitz Physical Therapy 
Check out the exercises she demonstrates on Instagram at TheVocalPT 
Find me and my services for your voice at www.JudyRodman.com
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Losing your voice from vocal performance is NOT necessary IF you prepare yourself and your voice for the performance you need to do. Here's the cautionary tale about how I DIDN'T prepare for a vocal marathon, trashed my voice and what I did to get it back in time to finish the marathon strong! Listen for tips to avoid losing your own voice from overuse. 
BONUS: I mention a new vocal recovery exercise that I will be teaching in a free workshop to be held Tuesday, June 14th, 2022. Contact me and I'll send you the link! (Yes, there will be a replay if you can't attend.)

Have you ever been totally exhausted and need to sing? Do you know when you need to cancel a performance? This episode will give you tips for singing tired, and help you determine when you should cancel your performance.
Need good vocal exercises to warmup and cool down? Contact me to book a lesson ; I'd love to help! 
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A raspy voice can be a cool signature of artistic style, or a telltale sign of vocal damage. In this episode, you'll get three factors to check to help you know if you can safely apply the fry.  Links mentioned include:
vocal surgery videos
vocal fry
Extreme Scream

Could your voice be suffering from wrong beliefs about singing? Check out this list of 7 mistaken ideas that can be limiting, straining and damaging to your voice. Hear how you can change your thinking to enable more vocal health and ability. Contact and learn more about me and how I can help you at www.JudyRodman.com

Listen in as I give you three ways to assess your vocal technique. All three signs are vital to address for your best speaking and singing voice. If any of the signs are worrisome, I give you some tips to help get them pointing in the right direction.  Find me and my training at judyrodman.com.