Proud Stutter Maya Chupkov

John Finn is Chief Scientific Officer at Tome Biosciences. John opens about his personal and professional journey as a person who stutters, including how it shaped his career in science, approach to public speaking, and interactions with his colleagues. He also talks about the science behind how genetics and stuttering connect.

Episode breakdown
00:00 “Rock of Hope” Sneak Preview 
02:47 John Finn's Journey: From Stuttering to Scientific Breakthroughs
12:24 The Challenges and Triumphs of Public Speaking with a Stutter
24:36 Exploring the Genetics of Stuttering
28:58 Final Thoughts and Advice

In the episode
Learn more about ROCK OF HOPE
RSVP to the in-person documentary kickoff event in SF (May 16)
RSVP to the virtual documentary kickoff event on Zoom (May 17) 
Learn about Isaac Bailey, guest speaker for the May 17 virtual event
Learn about John Finn, today’s episode guest


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John Stossel, renowned TV personality and reporter, shares the challenges he faced in his broadcast journalism career and what led him to seek help with his fluency.
03:09 John Stossel's Broadcast Journalism Career Journey & Facing His Stutter
06:07 His Time At Hollins Communication Reconstruction Center
09:47 Stuttering in Pop Culture
12:48 John's Reflections and Advice


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Swathi grew up in India speaking multiple languages. She talks with Maya about how her stuttering influenced interactions, often prompting language shifts. Transitioning into her career as a software engineer, Swathi finds solace in a supportive workplace environment, sharing her experiences through writing to advocate for inclusivity.

In this episode
Swathy's blog post


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Jayne Amelia Larson is an actor, voiceover artist, bestselling author and podcaster. Jayne shares with Maya her journey of covert stuttering and her struggle with being open about her stutter over the course of her career.
They also talk about Jayne's family dynamics, acting in Judging Amy, and her difficult experience with recording the audio version of her bestselling book, 'Driving the Saudis.'

Episode breakdown
00:50 Jayne's Journey with Stuttering and Covert Stuttering
02:12 The Challenges of Stuttering in Professional Voice Over Work
04:35 Family Dynamics and the Impact on Stuttering
20:26 The Complex Relationship Between Trauma and Stuttering
23:57 Exploring Acting as a Tool for Managing Stuttering

Updates
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About the host
Find Maya on IG: @Mayachupkov
Twitter: @Proudstutter
YouTube: @Proudstutter
LinkedIn: Maya-Chupkov
Facebook: @Proudstutter
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This episode is Part 2 of Proud Stutter's official launch party and reading in Los Angeles to celebrate its comic book, MY STUTTER: LIFE OF VERBAL TURBULENCE.

Episode breakdown06:05 The Power of Stuttering Communities
08:16 Discussion on the Creation of the Comic Book
08:51 Visual Representation in Stuttering
10:25 Making the Comic Book
13:26 Stuttering and Personal Growth
16:04 The Role of Speech Therapy in Stuttering
19:12 The Concept of Speech Diversity
27:47 The Evolution of Personal Attitudes Towards Stuttering
30:47 Proud Stutter's Documentary

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Proud Stutter celebrated the official launch of its comic book, MY STUTTER: LIFE OF VERBAL TURBULENCE, on February 12, 2024. Proud Stutter hit the road and went to Pasadena, California to bring the Los Angeles stuttering community together to talk about the comic book and stuttering stories. We were also joined by some special guest speakers from the Los Angeles stuttering community.

Episode breakdown02:32 Event reflections with Julian
12:23 Part 1 of the event with guest speakers from the LA stuttering community

Proud Stutter updatesGet a copy of Proud Stutter's comic book while supplies last
Donate to Fund The Future of Stuttering Campaign to help de-stigmatize stuttering 
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