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Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises

Welcome to the Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises Podcast, where we show up — voice cracks, tough days, and all — to retrain and reconnect with our voices.In today’s episode, we guide you through a full vocal drill routine designed specifically for individuals managing Spasmodic Dysphonia, Muscle Tension Dysphonia, and other voice disorders. This session includes:Gentle warm-ups for vocal coordinationRepetitive “Me-Me” and “Nim-Nim” sequencesBreath-supported patterns to reduce vocal strainEncouragement for consistency — even on imperfect daysWhether you're commuting, stretching, or quietly working through your daily voice routine, this episode is a supportive companion in your vocal recovery journey. You don’t have to push — you just have to show up.🎙️ Hosted by: Drew Hanson 🎧 New episodes released regularly to keep your practice strong.#SpasmodicDysphonia #V

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    Wear Your Best Voice: Weekend Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises

    We’re going into the weekend.You might be going out tonight. You might be going out tomorrow. You might have a date. You want to wear your best clothes. You want to wear your best shoes.And you want to wear your best voice.This episode is a longer archive voice exercise session built around vowels, breathing, mask placement, facial resonance, diaphragm support, and repetition. Some days you want a quick 10-minute attack drill. Other days, you want a deeper marathon session to really warm up and finish strong.In this session, we work through:* daily “nim / me” warmups* phrase repetition* diaphragm awareness* vocal power* mask placement* facial resonators* long vowel holds* A / E / Ah / Oh / You vowel work* combined vowel flow* “fire” and “you” diaphragm blasts* “you come here”* nasal resonance drills* “nay” scales* sustained “you,” “whoa,” “nae,” and “ma” exercises* a reminder that breathing matters, mistakes happen, and being human is part of the workI am not a doctor, speech therapist, or vocal coach. I’m just your buddy with Spasmodic Dysphonia, sharing exercises and routines that help me keep showing up, keep practicing, and keep attacking.Never strain. This is about quality, not force.Breathe deep. Feel the mask. Use the resonators. Finish strong.Chapters:00:00 Weekend setup: wear your best voice00:49 Daily drills begin01:15 Nim / Me warmups01:51 Me-Me counting drill02:11 Nim / Me with phrases03:36 “Right Ready Really Beautiful” phrase drill04:58 Power, placement, and quality05:47 Element 1: Vocal power and diaphragm06:34 Element 2: Mask placement07:50 Element 3: Facial resonators08:36 Never strain: quality over force09:04 Long A vowel hold10:19 Long E vowel hold11:46 Ah vowel hold13:10 Oh vowel hold14:29 You vowel hold15:50 Combined vowel flow17:01 Diaphragm power: “fire”17:51 Diaphragm blast: “you”18:12 “You come here” drill19:25 Nasal resonator work19:55 Nay scale drill20:26 Held fourth “nay” drill21:33 Combining all voice elements22:11 Sustained “you” repetition23:09 Sustained “whoa” repetition24:21 Sustained “nae” repetition25:33 Final “ma” exercise26:40 Final affirmation27:08 Breathing mistake / human moment27:31 Final reminder#SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceExercises #VoiceWarmup #Dysphonia #LaryngealDystonia #VoiceRecovery #VocalHealth #SpeechTherapyExercises #VocalExercises #VoiceDisorder-------------------------------Facebook: www.facebook.com/sdexercisesInstagram: www.Instagram.com/spasmodicdysphoniaexercises YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"For other amazing resources in helping the voice heal. Check out Cathy Merkle-Roddy's program and book a consult with this link. https://tinyurl.com/4wrpx6h3

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    Celebrities With Spasmodic Dysphonia: Is There a Magic Pill?

    Do celebrities have a magic pill for Spasmodic Dysphonia, dysphonia, dystonia, or major voice disorders?That’s the question I keep coming back to.When you’re dealing with a voice disorder, it is easy to think celebrity money, celebrity doctors, celebrity access, and celebrity specialists must mean there is some secret fix the rest of us don’t know about.But when you look at public figures connected to Spasmodic Dysphonia, dysphonia, dystonia, or serious voice problems — Shania Twain, Selma Blair, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, Shadoe Stevens, and Scott Adams — the story is not usually “they found the magic pill.”The story is more complicated.They searched.They struggled.They tried treatments.They adapted.They had setbacks.And in some cases, they had to accept a changed version of their voice.In this episode, I look at celebrity voice stories through the lens of Spasmodic Dysphonia and voice disorder awareness: what happened, what treatments or theories they have discussed, and what their stories can teach the rest of us.I still have Spasmodic Dysphonia myself. I’m not a doctor, speech therapist, or vocal coach. I’m sharing what I’m learning as I go and trying to build more awareness around what it feels like when your voice becomes unreliable.The biggest takeaway:There may not be a magic pill.But there is a toolbox.Maybe that toolbox includes doctors, Botox, voice therapy, vocal exercises, nervous system work, lifestyle changes, surgery, rest, acceptance, patience — or some combination of all of it.And even when the voice changes, the person is still there.Contents:00:00 Do celebrities have a magic pill?02:26 Shania Twain and voice loss06:01 Selma Blair, MS, and Spasmodic Dysphonia09:02 Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Spasmodic Dysphonia12:14 Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, identity, and losing the voice14:00 Shadoe Stevens and the broadcaster connection20:29 Scott Adams and surgery21:35 Is there a magic pill?23:17 The voice changes, but the person is still thereSubscribe for more Spasmodic Dysphonia exercises, voice recovery conversations, celebrity voice disorder discussions, interviews, and real-time practice sessions.#SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceDisorder #VoiceRecovery #Dysphonia #LaryngealDystonia #ShaniaTwain #SelmaBlair #RFKJr #DMC #RunDMC #ScottAdams #VoiceExercises #VocalHealth

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    I Wasn’t Ready for Monday… So I Attacked

    It’s Monday. I’m not in the mood. I’ve got a case of the Mondays.So what do I do?I attack.This episode is a Monday voice warmup for Spasmodic Dysphonia, focused on loosening up the voice, finding head voice, releasing tongue tension, and building confidence even when your voice does not feel perfect.We work through lip rolls, alternate lip rolls, “gug” exercises, tongue tension release, head voice placement, “wee/woo” work, and a tongue-out lip roll variation.I still have Spasmodic Dysphonia myself. I’m not a doctor, speech therapist, or vocal coach. I’m sharing the exercises I’ve found over the years and documenting what helps me in real time.Go light. Don’t force it. The goal is not louder — the goal is easier, more connected sound.

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    Why Vowels Are So Hard With Spasmodic Dysphonia

    This is the first condensed archive episode — an older Spasmodic Dysphonia exercise session cut down into a shorter vowel-focused drill.In this episode, I work through warmups, “me / nim” drills, counting exercises, sustained vowel sounds, breath control, and the A, E, Ah, O, and U sounds.This was also a rough voice day. You can hear the spasms, rasp, frustration, and moments where my voice fights back. But that is part of the reason I wanted to share it. Spasmodic Dysphonia is not always clean progress.I still have Spasmodic Dysphonia myself. I’m not a doctor, speech therapist, or vocal coach. I’m sharing exercises I’ve found over the years and documenting what has helped me in real time.Go light. Don’t force it. The goal is not louder — the goal is easier, more connected sound.

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia Voice Exercises: Alternate Attack Drill

    Sometimes the regular routine needs a remix.This episode is Attack 2 — an alternate Spasmodic Dysphonia voice exercise session using lip rolls, alternate lip rolls, chest voice connection, “no” exercises, “oh” placement, octave jumps, Roger Love-style “gug” work, and tongue-out lip rolls.The goal is to keep attacking the voice from different angles: chest voice, head voice, closure, resonance, and flexibility.I still have Spasmodic Dysphonia myself. I’m not a doctor, speech therapist, or vocal coach. I’m sharing the exercises I’ve found over the years and documenting what helps me in real time.Go light. Don’t force it. The goal is not louder — the goal is easier, more connected sound.

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    Start Here: Beginner Spasmodic Dysphonia Voice Exercises

    If you’re new to Spasmodic Dysphonia, new to voice exercises, or just found this page, this episode is for you.I walk through a simple beginner routine built around the basics: posture, smooth airflow, light energy support, finding your comfortable pitch, straw phonation glides, sirens, and easy humming to bring the voice forward.I still have Spasmodic Dysphonia myself. I’m not a doctor, speech therapist, or vocal coach. I’m sharing the exercises I personally use and documenting what has helped me along the way.The goal is not to force volume. The goal is light, easy, connected sound.Try this gently, don’t push, and listen to your body.Subscribe and follow along for more beginner voice exercises, real-time practice, interviews, and voice recovery updates.

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    Vowels Suck. Lets Kick Their A$$. Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises.

    Vowels. They’re the bane of our existence.In today’s Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises session, we attack the vowels with a full Daily Drill built to warm up the voice, connect breath to tone, and work through the sounds that tend to fight back the hardest. You open by calling vowels “the bane of our existence,” then move into warm-ups, trigger words, hums, and sustained vowel work. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}This one starts with a quick channel update, a thank-you to new viewers and supporters, and then gets right into the work: “Me Me,” “Nim Nim,” trigger words, humming, and the five vowel sounds held out as long as the breath lasts. You explain that these exercises are not about being a master teacher, but about sharing what has helped you live a more functional life with Spasmodic Dysphonia. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}CONTENTS0:00 Vowels are the problem0:16 Channel update and thank-you2:04 Me Me x102:31 Nim Nim x103:11 Trigger words x85:07 Hum x26:09 A x38:15 E x39:26 I x310:52 O x312:08 U x313:38 Wrap-up and what’s nextIf you live with Spasmodic Dysphonia, vocal strain, voice breaks, or day-to-day frustration with getting your voice to cooperate, this drill is for you.#SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceExercises #SpeechTherapy #VoiceRecovery #VoiceDisorder #DailyDrill #DrewHanson

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    My First Interview on Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises | Cathy Merkle-Roddy

    In my first interview on Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises, I sit down with Cathy Merkle-Roddy for a conversation that goes far beyond drills.We talk about voice loss, shame, identity, trauma, the nervous system side of voice disorders, Botox, hope, and what it means to believe healing is possible.Cathy shares her story of going from life-altering voice problems and wider neurological symptoms to getting her voice back, and why restoring hope is the first step for so many people living with Spasmodic Dysphonia and related voice disorders.This episode is about more than exercises.It is about the human side of this condition.The mental side.The lifestyle side.And the reality of trying to find your voice again when the world keeps telling you the wrong story.If you live with Spasmodic Dysphonia, vocal strain, voice breaks, tremor, or the identity hit that can come with voice loss, this conversation is for you.Guest:Cathy Merkle-RoddyFind Cathy here:YouTube: Healing Voice Disorders NaturallyYouTube: Revealing the HealingInstagram: Revealing the HealingTikTok: Revealing the HealingFacebook: Cathy Merkle-RoddyHosted by Drew Hanson.

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    I’m Back: Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises Return!

    I’m back.After time away, this is my first session back on Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises. In this audio companion episode, we ease back in with a mix of warm-ups, “goo” work, tongue tension release, “we” exercises, and a closing lip roll. The transcript opens with you saying you need to get back in the swing of things, then moves through a warm-up, “goo” drills, tongue-release “ooh” work, “we” exercises, and a closer. This is not about perfection. It is about returning, resetting, and getting the voice moving again.If you’re dealing with Spasmodic Dysphonia, vocal strain, tightness, or speech difficulty, this episode is here to help you follow along and reconnect with your voice.In this session:- warm-up work- “goo” exercises- tongue tension release- “we” exercises- tongue-out lip roll closerThis is my first day back, and I’m glad you’re here with me.Hosted by Drew Hanson.

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    Beginner Voice Exercises for Spasmodic Dysphonia | Start Your Recovery Here! #spasmodicdysphonia

    CONTENTS0:00 // Teaser0:19 // Intro And Basics1:28 // Warmup2:14 // Gliding Up3:18 // Gliding Down4:37 // Polyp Update5:18 // Complete Mino6:25 // Humming and CloseJust found this page and unsure where to begin? You’re in the right place.This Beginner Edition of the Daily Drill is created for those at the very start of their voice recovery journey with Spasmodic Dysphonia or Muscle Tension Dysphonia. These simple yet effective exercises focus on posture, breathing, tone placement, and gentle vocalization — the foundation of speaking freely again.🎯 What’s Inside:Breathwork for voice stabilityPosture that empowers your soundSoft repetition drills designed to prevent spasmsHosted by Drew Hanson, this is a safe and judgment-free space to take back your voice, one drill at a time.📅 New uploads nearly every day to stay consistent🔔 Subscribe and turn on alerts to stay supported🔖 Hashtags#SpasmodicDysphonia#VoiceTherapy#BeginnerVoiceDrill#SpeechSupport#MuscleTensionDysphonia#DysphoniaRecovery#DailyDrill#DrewHanson#VoiceExercise#SpeechDisorderHelp-------------------------------Facebook: www.facebook.com/sdexercisesInstagram: www.Instagram.com/spasmodicdysphoniaexercises YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy #DailyDrill #EliminateSpasmodicDysphonia #CureSpasmodicDysphonia #CureLaryngealDysphonia #TreatSpasmodicDysphonia #BotoxAlternativeToSpasmodicDysphonia

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    ATTACK Your Voice Spasms! | New Daily Drill to Strengthen Speech for Spasmodic Dysphonia

    Spasmodic Dysphonia doesn’t take days off — and neither do we. This all-new Daily Drill: ATTACK edition is a high-impact vocal routine built to help calm spasms, stabilize speech, and strengthen your voice in minutes.Whether you're facing a big phone call, interview, or just need to push through vocal strain — this short, strategic session is here for you. Drew Hanson leads targeted drills focused on vowel clarity, breath support, and trigger word tension.✅ Perfect for Spasmodic Dysphonia and Muscle Tension Dysphonia✅ Designed for fast, repeatable voice resets✅ Micro-format so you can show up daily and consistently🗓️ New uploads almost every day — because your recovery is daily too.🔔 Subscribe to stay consistent with your voice goals.🔖 Hashtags#SpasmodicDysphonia#VoiceExercises#SpeechTherapy#VocalRecovery#DailyDrill#SpeechSupport#MuscleTensionDysphonia#DrewHanson#VoiceSpasms#TriggerWords-------------------------------Facebook: www.facebook.com/sdexercisesInstagram: www.Instagram.com/spasmodicdysphoniaexercises YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy #DailyDrill #EliminateSpasmodicDysphonia #CureSpasmodicDysphonia #CureLaryngealDysphonia #TreatSpasmodicDysphonia #BotoxAlternativeToSpasmodicDysphonia

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    The Daily Drill ATTACK! | Spasmodic Dysphonia Voice Reset & Power Training

    🚨 ATTACK MODE ENGAGED. https://youtu.be/rLfqgI3V2cYThis is not your average Daily Drill — it’s The Attack. A full-throttle, end-of-week vocal power session built specifically for those fighting Spasmodic Dysphonia and Muscle Tension Dysphonia.If your voice breaks when the pressure hits...If you're stuck on words with hard edges...This is your counterattack.CONTENTS0:00 // TEASER0:09 // INTRO0:35 // WARMUP2:26 // Tongue Tension Exercises4:04 // GOOG GOOG Exercises6:06 // WEE WEE Exercises7:37 // Tongue Out Lip Rolls⚡ What’s inside:Precision onset drillsStaccato coordinationClarity through consonantsBreath reset and strength workThis isn’t a quiet session. It’s the one where we fight back.All in less than 10 minutes.🧠 Designed for those with SD, MTD, or anyone rebuilding their voice from scratch.📅 New episodes weekly.🎧 Subscribe, follow, share — and most of all, train with me.🙏 Want to support this work?Venmo: @TheDrewHansonCashApp: $TheDrewHansonZelle: [email protected]#SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceExercises #DailyDrill #VocalTraining #DrewHanson #SpeechTherapy #SDRecovery #MTD #VoiceReset #SpeechRehab #ClarityTraining-------------------------------Facebook: www.facebook.com/sdexercisesInstagram: www.Instagram.com/spasmodicdysphoniaexercises YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy #DailyDrill #EliminateSpasmodicDysphonia #CureSpasmodicDysphonia #CureLaryngealDysphonia #TreatSpasmodicDysphonia #BotoxAlternativeToSpasmodicDysphonia

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    The Vowels Are the Villain! Spasmodic Dysphonia Daily Drill ALL NEW Warmup!

    Are vowels your worst enemy with Spasmodic Dysphonia? You're not alone. In this new micro-version of my classic daily drill, we tackle the real villain of vocal strain — the vowels.✅ Warm up your voice✅ Practice the essentials✅ Improve tone, flow, and strengthThis drill is short, powerful, and designed for anyone struggling with AdSD, AbSD, or voice tremors.🎤 Say it with me: “Right. Ready. Really. Beautiful. No. Go. Do.”Let’s take your voice back. One vowel at a time.🧠 For more drills and support, subscribe to the channel and follow along daily.#SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceExercise #SpeechTherapy #VocalWarmup #DailyDrill #AdductorDysphonia #VoiceDisorder #StrongerVoice #SpeechPathology #VocalRecovery #VoiceTherapy #VocalDrill-------------------------------Facebook: www.facebook.com/sdexercisesInstagram: www.Instagram.com/spasmodicdysphoniaexercises YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy #DailyDrill #EliminateSpasmodicDysphonia #CureSpasmodicDysphonia #CureLaryngealDysphonia #TreatSpasmodicDysphonia #BotoxAlternativeToSpasmodicDysphonia

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    The Daily Drill VOICE REBOOT in Under 10 Minutes -- Spasmodic Dysphonia Recovery Begins Here!

    🎤 Less than 10 minutes. That’s all it takes to reboot your voice.Welcome to the all-new Daily Drill — rebuilt from the ground up to deliver short, focused, powerful vocal exercises for those living with Spasmodic Dysphonia, Muscle Tension Dysphonia, or anyone on a voice recovery journey.This episode is all about clarity, control, and connection — no fluff, no filler, just real progress.💡 What’s New:⚡ Faster, more efficient drills🧠 Neuromuscular warmups🗣️ Targeted tone training💥 Voice coordination exercises🎧 Designed specifically for SD + MTD voicesIf you're tired of your voice feeling unpredictable or locked up, this is your gym. Show up, breathe, and build.🙏 Support the work:Venmo: @TheDrewHansonCashApp: $TheDrewHansonZelle: [email protected]🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications — new sessions drop weekly.#SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceExercises #DailyDrill #DysphoniaRecovery #VoiceTherapy #DrewHanson #SpeechDisorderSupport #MTD #VocalTraining #SDCommunity

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    Real Voice Recovery Starts Here! Spasmodic Dysphonia Daily Practice (July 1st)

    🗣️ “I clearly need to be whipped into shape — so let’s do these drills together.”This episode of Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises is about structure, consistency, and getting back to the basics. We’ll count out loud, stay accountable, and do real work — one rep at a time.🎯 Today’s routine includes:Vocal warm-up count to 10“Nim-Nim” drill for muscle control and pacing“Me-Me” drill to support vocal placementReal-time guidance for audio-only podcast listenersWhether you’re just starting or showing up again after a rough day, this is a safe, simple space to practice.🎧 Hosted by: Drew Hanson📆 Recorded: July 1st, 2025🔔 Subscribe for more Spasmodic Dysphonia and MTD recovery content#SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceExercises #SpeechTherapy #DrewHanson #DailyVoiceDrill #VocalWarmup #NimNimDrill #MeMeDrill #VoiceRecovery #CountingOutLoud

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    Warmups for Spasmodic Dysphonia That Actually Help (Repeatable Daily)

    🗣️ “Those trigger words that always hit... then the spasm, then it’s all downhill.”This episode is for anyone who’s felt their voice fail them mid-sentence — due to Spasmodic Dysphonia, Muscle Tension Dysphonia, or chronic tension.In today’s session, we focus on:✅ Real-world voice triggers & how to push through✅ “Nim Nim” & “Mimi” repetition drills✅ Audio podcast listeners: integrated counting for easier follow-along✅ Encouragement and shared understanding from someone walking the same pathThis isn’t about perfection — it’s about showing up. Your voice matters. Let's build it together.🎧 Hosted by: Drew Hanson📅 New sessions weekly | Subscribe for more real-time voice therapy#SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceExercises #MuscleTensionDysphonia #VocalRecovery #SpeechTherapy #DrewHanson #DailyVoiceDrill #VoiceSupport #NimNimDrill #MimiDrill

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    How I Trained My Voice to Sound Normal Again | Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises That Work! (6-26-2025)

    Struggling to speak clearly with spasmodic dysphonia? I’ve lived with this condition for over 28 years, and these vocal exercises are the only thing that’s helped me sound like myself again — no surgery, no medication, no gimmicks.In this video, I walk through the exact techniques I use every day to maintain a near-normal voice. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or feeling frustrated by inconsistent progress, this could be the breakthrough you've been waiting for.👄 Learn how to strengthen vocal control📣 Exercises you can do at home🧠 Tips for navigating social situations with SD🎙️ How I host events with minimal voice issues💛 You are not alone.Subscribe for weekly techniques, tips, and real talk about living with SD.#SpasmodicDysphonia#VoiceTherapy#VocalExercises#SpeechDisorder#DystoniaAwareness#SDRecovery#SpeechTherapyAtHome#NeurologicalVoiceDisorder#VocalStrength-------------------------------Facebook: www.facebook.com/sdexercisesInstagram: www.Instagram.com/spasmodicdysphoniaexercises YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy #DailyDrill #EliminateSpasmodicDysphonia #CureSpasmodicDysphonia #CureLaryngealDysphonia #TreatSpasmodicDysphonia #BotoxAlternativeToSpasmodicDysphonia

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    Straw Voice Exercise to Stop “Phone Voice” | Spasmodic )Dysphonia Daily Drill (June 24th, 2025)

    🗣️ What if one of the most powerful vocal exercises was already in your kitchen?Today’s Spasmodic Dysphonia voice session focuses on the straw technique — a deceptively simple but powerful tool used to improve vocal tone, posture, and breath control.🎯 In this session, we cover:How to eliminate “phone voice” with posture and breathWhy a straw can dramatically reduce vocal tensionDaily warmup technique for voice recoveryPerfect practice for Spasmodic Dysphonia, Muscle Tension Dysphonia, and fatigue💡 All you need is a straw and a few minutes to begin restoring your voice with purpose and presence.🎧 Hosted by: Drew Hanson📆 Released: June 24th🔁 Repeat this routine as part of your weekly recovery🔔 Subscribe for more real-world voice drills and SD support#SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceExercises #StrawTechnique #DailyVoiceDrill #DrewHanson #SpeechTherapy #PhoneVoiceFix #VocalHealth #SOVT #BreathingForVoice-------------------------------Facebook: www.facebook.com/sdexercisesInstagram: www.Instagram.com/spasmodicdysphoniaexercises YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy #DailyDrill #EliminateSpasmodicDysphonia #CureSpasmodicDysphonia #CureLaryngealDysphonia #TreatSpasmodicDysphonia #BotoxAlternativeToSpasmodicDysphonia

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    Voice Not Working? Train It with Breath and Daily Practice (Spasmodic Dysphonia Help)

    🗣️ Welcome back, voice warriors. Today’s episode is focused on two essential pillars of voice therapy: breath support and daily repetition.This session includes:✅ Diaphragm-centered breathing guidance✅ Use of The Breather device to expand lung capacity✅ Core daily drills for Spasmodic Dysphonia and vocal fatigue✅ Encouragement to stay consistent — even on difficult daysWhether you’re here from YouTube, Patreon, or listening on the go, this is a full-body vocal tune-up. Let’s reclaim your voice, one breath and one drill at a time.💡 Hosted by: Drew Hanson📅 Updated daily (see Patreon for full daily uploads)🔔 Subscribe for weekly free drills + podcast updates#SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceExercises #VocalTherapy #TheBreather #DrewHanson #DailyVoiceDrills #SpeechTherapy #DiaphragmTraining #VoiceRecovery #LungCapacity-------------------------------Facebook: www.facebook.com/sdexercisesInstagram: www.Instagram.com/spasmodicdysphoniaexercises YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy #DailyDrill #EliminateSpasmodicDysphonia #CureSpasmodicDysphonia #CureLaryngealDysphonia #TreatSpasmodicDysphonia #BotoxAlternativeToSpasmodicDysphonia

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    Voice Training for Spasmodic Dysphonia — Even on Hard Days (June 20th, 2025)

    🗣️ “You wake up, the strangle is there, the tightness is back… but you still show up.”CONTENTS0:00 // TEASER0:33 // The Daily Drill (WARMUP)3:58 // Introduction to The 3 Elements7:38 // The Vowels9:51 // 2 DAYS LATER15:00 // Nasal Resonators17:25 // Combine All 3 ElementsIn today’s Daily Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercise, I faced one of those rough voice days — had to pause mid-session due to vocal tension and polyp sensitivity. But two days later, I came back to finish the drill.This is what the SD journey looks like sometimes: not perfect, not clean — but consistent.💡 What’s in this session:Daily drills for SD: “Nim-Nim” & “Me-Me” sequencesHonest voice struggle mid-videoRestart and finish two days laterEncouragement for staying on track despite setbacksWhether you're having a good voice day or a tough one, this session is for showing up anyway — because the consistency is the therapy.🎧 Hosted by: Drew Hanson🔁 Repetition is power. Come back to this one often.🎙️ Available on podcast platforms too.🔔 Like, subscribe & share for more real-time SD voice training.#SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceExercises #DrewHanson #DailyVoiceDrill #VoiceRecovery #SpeechTherapy #VocalHealth #SDRecovery #PolypRecovery #VocalTraining #comebackstronger

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    Straw Technique for Spasmodic Dysphonia Safe Daily Voice Exercise That Works (June 18th, 2025)

    🗣️ Today’s exercise is one you literally can’t do too much: the straw technique.This simple but powerful tool helps reduce vocal strain, improve airflow, and restore a more stable sound — making it especially effective for people with Spasmodic Dysphonia, Muscle Tension Dysphonia, or general vocal tension.In this video, Drew shares a personal take on the exercise using a sentimental whiskey bottle repurposed as a metaphor for recovery — showing how even everyday objects can carry meaning in your vocal journey.💡 You’ll learn:Why the straw technique is safe for daily useHow to posture yourself for maximum vocal benefitWhy making your recovery meaningful can boost your mindsetWhether you're recovering from SD, managing vocal fatigue, or just exploring SOVT (semi-occluded vocal tract) exercises, this is a must-know daily vocal drill.🎙️ Hosted by: Drew Hanson🔔 Subscribe for daily SD exercises & voice therapy insights#SpasmodicDysphonia #StrawTechnique #VoiceRecovery #VocalTherapy #SOVT #SpeechTherapy #DrewHanson #VoiceExercise #vocalhealth -------------------------------Facebook: www.facebook.com/sdexercisesInstagram: www.Instagram.com/spasmodicdysphoniaexercises YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy #DailyDrill #EliminateSpasmodicDysphonia #CureSpasmodicDysphonia #CureLaryngealDysphonia #TreatSpasmodicDysphonia #BotoxAlternativeToSpasmodicDysphonia

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    Inside a Real Voice Therapy Session – Spasmodic Dysphonia Progress (June 17th, 2025)

    🎙️ Join us for a powerful voice coaching session featuring vocal expert Jeff Mathena and a Nashville-based singer working through Spasmodic Dysphonia recovery.In this session, we explore:✅ Finding vocal closure in chest and head voice✅ Vocal exercises like “ooh” and “goo goo goo”✅ Identifying and softening SD tremors✅ Real-time improvements in stability and toneThis is a raw and authentic look into the journey of retraining the voice after Spasmodic Dysphonia — with expert insights, progress tracking, and encouragement every step of the way.💡 Whether you’re a singer, speaker, or someone managing a voice disorder, this session offers hope and actionable tools.📍 Filmed in Nashville🧠 Instructor: Jeff Mathena👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more real sessions, vocal drills, and recovery updates.#SpasmodicDysphonia #VocalTherapy #JeffMathena #VoiceCoaching #NashvilleSinger #VoiceRecovery #SpeechTherapy #SingingWithSD #VocalHealth #SDRecovery-------------------------------Facebook: www.facebook.com/sdexercisesInstagram: www.Instagram.com/spasmodicdysphoniaexercises YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy #DailyDrill #EliminateSpasmodicDysphonia #CureSpasmodicDysphonia #CureLaryngealDysphonia #TreatSpasmodicDysphonia #BotoxAlternativeToSpasmodicDysphonia

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises That Work – Daily Practice for Vocal Strength (June 16th, 2025)

    💬 Welcome back to our daily Spasmodic Dysphonia vocal drills with Drew Hanson. In today’s session (June 16th), Drew shares updates on his voice polyp recurrence, recovery journey, and walks you through a complete set of exercises aimed at building vocal strength, clarity, and resonance.CONTENTS0:00 // Introduction2:47 // WARMUPS2:47 // Warmups7:12 // The 3 Elements10:52 // Vowels15:34 // UPDATE on MESSAGE BOARDS, ETC.17:01 // Diaphram UP! (Boston Trip)18:27 // Nasal Resonators20:25 // Last Exercise! Combine The Elements!30:50 // ClosingThese daily drills include:Diaphragmatic breathingResonator activation (mask technique)Vowel sustainment (A, E, I, O, U)Dynamic projection ("You come here", "Fire", "Neigh")NLP-informed buzz feedback using the Forbrain headset💡 Whether you're recovering from spasmodic dysphonia, polyps, or vocal fatigue, these exercises are designed to improve placement, power, and quality in your voice.🔔 Be sure to like, subscribe, and share to support vocal health awareness.👉 More info, resources & gear links below!#SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceExercises #VocalTherapy #DrewHansen #Forbrain #SpeechTherapy #VocalHealth #DailyVoiceDrills #SDRecovery #VoiceDisorderAwareness-------------------------------Facebook: www.facebook.com/sdexercisesInstagram: www.Instagram.com/spasmodicdysphoniaexercises YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy #DailyDrill #EliminateSpasmodicDysphonia #CureSpasmodicDysphonia #CureLaryngealDysphonia #TreatSpasmodicDysphonia #BotoxAlternativeToSpasmodicDysphonia

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    Voice Exercises for Laryngeal Dystonia & Spasmodic Dysphonia – Follow Along! (June 9th, 2025)

    Daily Drill – June 9th, 2025 Struggling with Spasmodic Dysphonia spasms? This 30-minute guided routine combines breathing, vocalization, and relaxation techniques to improve voice control. ⏳ Why 30 Minutes? - Longer sessions allow for progressive warm-ups + deeper muscle engagement. - Designed for daily practice (commit to 1 week and track changes!). 💬 Comment: "Like! Share! Subscribe! #SpasmodicDysphonia #VoiceTherapy #DailyExercises #VocalHealth CONTENTS0:00 // Introduction0:00 // Combine All Three Elements1:11 // Warmups5:11 // The 3 Elements10:59 // Vowels20:28 // Diaphram UP! (Boston Trip)22:35 // Nasal Resonators24:19 // Combine Elements33:40 // Closing14:08 // Toe Sucking Isn't The Brag You Think15:40 // Completed Mad LibFacebook: www.facebook.com/sdexercisesInstagram: www.Instagram.com/spasmodicdysphoniaexercises YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises (June 6th, 2025)

    DAILY DRILL!! https://youtu.be/tbTcGCLhwFwYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises (June 5th, 2025)

    Mark Baxter https://youtu.be/jAjwAgWkOW8YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - June 4th, 2025

    Jeff Mathena OLD SCHOOL https://youtu.be/rRd8ahbAohEYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - June 3rd, 2025

    NEW Jeff Mathena Exercises!! https://youtu.be/qgACI0YJVHoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - June 2ndt, 2025

    DAILY DRILL to start the week!!0:00 // Introduction0:00 // Combine All Three Elements0:38 // Warmups4:41 // The 3 Elements8:28 // Vowels17:02 // Diaphram UP! (Boston Trip)19:28 // Nasal Resonators21:30 // Combine Elements28:27 // ClosingYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 30th, 2025

    Daily Drill! https://youtu.be/GlVXx8fL_3oOriginally Recorded January 10thYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 29th, 2025

    Mark Baxter. https://youtu.be/y6EGXH0mhMAYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 28th, 2025

    Daily Drill! https://youtu.be/H1eRxrr6M7QYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 27th, 2025

    The Straw!! https://youtu.be/T8g3fUM6mp00:00 // Introduction0:21 // The Straw Intro0:48 // Warmups2:25 // WHO Glide Up3:32 // WHO Down4:59 // Glide Up and Down6:31 // Humming Glides8:05 // ClosingYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 26th, 2025

    Daily DrilL!! https://youtu.be/HxoHLJQxea00:00 // INTRO1:40 // Warmup7:11 // The Three Elements11:33 // Vowels22:06 // Boston Trip (Diaphram)(24:01 // Nasal Resonators32:20 // CONCLUSIONYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 23rd, 2025

    Old School! Studying with Jeff Mathena------------The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKAspasmodic dysphonia,muscle tension dysphonia,voice exercises,vocal cords,voice power,voice disorder,speech therapy,spastic dysphonia,voice breaks,vocal cord spasms, Robert F. Kennedy, Robert Kennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 22nd, 2025

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain.https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support.https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hourshttps://amzn.to/49HiWKA#laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 21st, 2025

    Old School Daily Drill! (Originally Recorded January 14th, 2024) https://youtu.be/fJV4Uvz1CMUYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 16th, 2025

    Daily Drill! https://youtu.be/lz9SNUqKrho0:00 // Introduction0:00 // Combine All Three Elements0:41 // Warmups4:06 // The 3 Elements7:56 // Vowels17:04 // Diaphram UP! (Boston Trip)18:59 // Nasal Resonators21:28 // Combine Elements29:23 // ClosingYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 15th, 2025

    Old School! https://youtu.be/crKI9mJaPWIDaily on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/SDExercisesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 14th, 2025

    Jeff Mathenal!! https://youtu.be/SMYjQwfooKYDaily on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/SDExercisesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 13th, 2025

    Mark Baxter https://youtu.be/wvbBrnExkwQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 12th, 2025

    The Daily Drill! https://youtu.be/DvS0UQA8X5Y0:00 // Introduction0:00 // Combine All Three Elements0:39 // Warmups3:38 // The 3 Elements7:26 // Vowels16:53 // Diaphram UP! (Boston Trip)17:34 // Nasal Resonators19:41 // Combine Elements28:40 // ClosingDaily on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/SDExercisesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 9th, 2025

    DAILY DRILL to finish the week! https://youtu.be/17VrakKp3XUChapters 0:00 // Introduction0:00 // Combine All Three Elements0:32 // Warmups3:46 // The 3 Elements9:09 // Vowels16:53 // Diaphram UP! (Boston Trip)19:15 // Nasal Resonators21:55 // Combine Elements28:57 // ClosingYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 8th, 2025

    https://youtu.be/2Pyw-JZgXns THE STRAW!! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 7th, 2025

    DAILY DRILL! https://youtu.be/QMX9cOY2dPcChapters0:00 // Introduction0:00 // Combine All Three Elements0:28 // Warmups3:41 // The 3 Elements7:10 // Vowels15:02 // Diaphram UP! (Boston Trip)17:34 // Nasal Resonators19:15 // Combine Elements25:11 // Closing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 6th, 2025

    Working with an instructor. Victoria's Victorious Voice. https://youtu.be/BihIWb5me6wYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 5th, 2025

    Daily Drill! CHAPTERS0:00 // Introduction0:00 // Combine All Three Elements0:26 // Warmups3:33 // The 3 Elements7:44 // Vowels16:04 // Diaphram UP! (Boston Trip)18:08 // Nasal Resonators20:44 // Combine Elements26:57 // ClosingYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 2nd, 2025

    DAILY DRILL! Lets Go!! https://youtu.be/5MMfilVktvMYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises - May 1st, 2025

    OLD SCHOOL... before all the bells and whistles. I did these and didn't release them. Originally recorded December 2023. https://youtu.be/9-m54NYBiZ8Daily on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/SDExercisesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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    Spasmodic Dysphonia & Muscle Tension Dysphonia Exercises (April 16th, 2025)

    Working with a new voice coach. https://youtu.be/B0DFgCBcFlgDaily on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/SDExercisesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spasmodicdysphoniaexercisesSearch Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get Podcasts searching "Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises"The device being used is Forebrain. https://www.forbrain.com/?affiliate=3A9905993 I also use "The Breather" for increased breath support. https://amzn.to/3vryKDfDaily Gallon of Water with Hours https://amzn.to/49HiWKA #laryngealdystonia #spasmodicdysphonia #muscletensiondysphonia #voiceexercises #vocalcords #voicepower #voicedisorder #speechtherapy #spasticdysphonia #voicebreaks #vocalcordspasms #robertfkennedy #RobertKennedy

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Welcome to the Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises Podcast, where we show up — voice cracks, tough days, and all — to retrain and reconnect with our voices.In today’s episode, we guide you through a full vocal drill routine designed specifically for individuals managing Spasmodic Dysphonia, Muscle Tension Dysphonia, and other voice disorders. This session includes:Gentle warm-ups for vocal coordinationRepetitive “Me-Me” and “Nim-Nim” sequencesBreath-supported patterns to reduce vocal strainEncouragement for consistency — even on imperfect daysWhether you're commuting, stretching, or quietly working through your daily voice routine, this episode is a supportive companion in your vocal recovery journey. You don’t have to push — you just have to show up.🎙️ Hosted by: Drew Hanson 🎧 New episodes released regularly to keep your practice strong.#SpasmodicDysphonia #V

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Welcome to the Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises Podcast, where we show up — voice cracks, tough days, and all — to retrain and reconnect with our voices.In today’s episode, we guide you through a full vocal drill routine designed specifically for individuals managing Spasmodic Dysphonia, Muscle...

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