Why speech-language pathology matters at every stage of life

• Asia Tabb
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  Asia Tabb is the Host and Producer for WITF’s The Spark.
  
  She began her start in radio when she joined legendary radio/ host producer, Doc Christian. She worked closely with Doc for her role on “The Gospel Express, on WHOV 88.1 FM and was a host for “Unrestricted Praise” at Praise FM.
  
  Previously she was an anchor in Shreveport, Louisiana at KTAL/KMSS. Asia also worked as a Multi-Media Journalist at WHP-TV here in Harrisburg, PA.
  
  Asia got her break into news at KTVO in Ottumwa, Ia. While the 2020 caucuses were gearing up. Asia followed many candidates through their campaign trail from Senator Cory Booker, Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, and 46th President of the United States Joe Biden.
  
  Asia was born and raised in Norfolk, Va. She graduated from Old Dominion University in 2018 with a major in Communications.
  
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aired; May 28, 2026

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May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, a time to recognize the vital role speech-language pathologists play in helping people communicate, connect, and thrive.

On The Spark, Marywood University’s Andrea Novak joins students Bethany Burns and Cassandra Juliano to discuss the field of speech-language pathology and the many ways professionals support individuals with speech, language, voice, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. The conversation explores the growing demand for these services, the educational path to becoming a speech-language pathologist, and the impact the profession has on people of all ages.

From helping children develop communication skills to assisting adults recovering from illness or injury, the discussion highlights why speech-language pathology is an essential part of healthcare and education.