Trachy Talk
Our brand new podcast series from the NTSP will launch in January 2026! The latest new, research and insights from the National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP). Monthly literature updates, specials and interviews from the expert team based in Manchester, UK.
The NTSP is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those with tracheostomies and laryngectomies. All of our resources are housed on our website www.tracheostomy.org.uk, accessed by over 30,000 visitors each month from around the world.
Our goal is to improve the safety and quality of care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies through education. We work closely with patients, families and healthcare professionals to develop new resources to improve care. We’ve collaborated with key stakeholders in tracheostomy care since 2009, and developed freely accessible resources, supported by online learning developed with the UK Department of Health. We’ve worked with the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative since 2012 to improve care for patients and their families everywhere.
We are funded by grants, donations and in partnership with medical device companies through unrestricted awards. We are not tied to any particular brand or manufacturer. All of our work is undertaken by volunteer healthcare staff, patients and their families. You can access our training videos and resources for Basic Care, Emergency Care and Vocalisation & Swallowing. Download and print bedhead signs and emergency algorithms from our resources.
Most of our content is supported by videos. You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel.
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Episodes
116 episodes
NTSP Specials (S2) SLT Legends: Prof Wallace meets Dr Martin Brodsky (Part 3)
The NTSP's Prof Sarah Wallace was recently speaking in Cancun, Mexico at the Sociedad Latinoamericano de Disfagia (SLAD, the Latin American Dysphagia Conference). Sarah bumped into SLP legend Dr Martin Brodsky, PhD, ScM, CCC-SLP, F...
NTSP Specials (S2) SLT Legends: Prof Wallace meets Dr Martin Brodsky (Part 2)
The NTSP's Prof Sarah Wallace was recently speaking in Cancun, Mexico at the Sociedad Latinoamericano de Disfagia (SLAD, the Latin American Dysphagia Conference). Sarah bumped into SLP legend Dr Martin Brodsky, PhD, ScM, CCC-SLP, F...
NTSP Specials (S2) SLT Legends: Prof Wallace meets Dr Martin Brodsky (Part 1)
The NTSP's Prof Sarah Wallace was recently speaking in Cancun, Mexico at the Sociedad Latinoamericano de Disfagia (SLAD, the Latin American Dysphagia Conference). Sarah bumped into SLP legend Dr Martin Brodsky, PhD, ScM, CCC-SLP, F...
NTSP Specials (S2) Prof Wallace meets Latin American SLTs in Mexico: Marianne and Ivonne
The NTSP's Prof Sarah Wallace was recently speaking in Cancun, Mexico at the Sociedad Latinoamericano de Disfagia (SLAD, the Latin American Dysphagia Conference). Sarah spent time talking to Marianne Robert and Ivonne Vargos Zurigo...
NTSP Specials (S2) Prof Wallace meets Latin American SLTs in Mexico: Pia and Benito
The NTSP's Prof Sarah Wallace was recently speaking in Cancun, Mexico at the Sociedad Latinoamericano de Disfagia (SLAD, the Latin American Dysphagia Conference). Sarah bumped into Pia Astoroga and Benito Parra who work as SLPs in ...
NTSP Specials (S2) Prof Wallace meets Latin American SLTs in Mexico: Johanna and Valeria
The NTSP's Prof Sarah Wallace was recently speaking in Cancun, Mexico at the Sociedad Latinoamericano de Disfagia (SLAD, the Latin American Dysphagia Conference). Sarah bumped into Johanna Gonzalez Avella who works as an SLT in Col...
NTSP Specials (S2) Prof Wallace discusses the impact of SEACTV with colleagues from Taiwan
Pei-Wen Chen and Sean Yuan-Hao Hsu, SLPs from Mennonite Christian Hospital, Taiwan, got in touch to share a video of ACV (with permission) inspired by the work of Prof Sarah Wallace @sarahwallaceslt from the NTSP 😃ACV is a way of enabli...
Literature Review: May 2026
NTSP Literature Review Podcast: May 2026 (S7, Ep5)This months papers cover:Assessing swallowing with electronic stethoscopesCan Pro-BNP influence timing of tracheostomy?Weaning programsLLMs for pae...
Literature Review: April 2026
NTSP Literature Review Podcast: April 2026 (S7, Ep4)This months papers cover:Clinical Position Statement of the Union of European Phoniatricians (UEP) Swallowing Committee: Management of Dysphagia in Patients with Tracheosto...
Literature Review: March 2026 (Part 2 of 2)
NTSP Literature Review Podcast: March 2026 (S7, Ep3.2) Part 2This months papers cover:• Next Generation Sequencing of Tracheal Aspirates• Robotic PDT• Bronchoscopy and PDT• Staff roles and view of PDT• Machine le...
Literature Review March 2026 (Part 1 of 2)
NTSP Literature Review Podcast: March 2026 (S7, Ep3.1) Part 1This months papers cover:• Next Generation Sequencing of Tracheal Aspirates• Robotic PDT• Bronchoscopy and PDT• Staff roles and view of PDT• Machine le...
Literature Review: Feb 2026
NTSP Literature Review Podcast: Feb 2026 (S7, Ep1)This months papers cover:First— a huge global survey from the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative showed the biggest problems in trach care aren’t always technical. They’re ed...
Literature Review: Jan 2026
NTSP Literature Review Podcast: June 2025 (S7, Ep1)This months papers cover: - Open surgical tracheostomy and asprin - Out-of-pocket costs and potential surprise bills for tracheostomy - Impact of trache...
NTSP Specials S2 MacLeod McLaren Medal
The NTSP team meet up before receiving the MacLeod McLaren Patient Safety Medal from the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh. We cover the origins of the NTSP and Global Tracheostomy Collaborative, the patient perspective, and the different ...
NTSP Specials (Season 2) Brendan and Shevonne Part 2
This Special Episode is a fascinating interview with Shevonne, the inspirational mum of Henry. This is Part 2 of 4 episodes. Brendan and Shevonne discuss the journey that her family have been on with their little boy who has had a t...
NTSP Specials (Season 2): Brendan and Helen
Helen is a community-based SLT who looks after children with complex needs, including children with tracheostomies. Helen works at the Vale Federation- a group of special schools in Aylesbury in the UK. Brendan and Helen discuss pra...
MacLeod McLaren Patient Safety Medal
The NTSP team meet up before receiving the MacLeod McLaren Patient Safety Medal from the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh. We cover the origins of the NTSP and Global Tracheostomy Collaborative, the patient perspective, and the different ...
NTSP Specials (Season 2) Brendan and Shevonne Part 4
This Special Episode is a fascinating interview with Shevonne, the inspirational mum of Henry. This is Part 4 of 4 episodes. Brendan and Shevonne discuss the journey that her family have been on with their little boy who has had a t...
NTSP Specials (Season 2) Brendan and Shevonne Part 3
This Special Episode is a fascinating interview with Shevonne, the inspirational mum of Henry. This is Part 3 of 4 episodes. Brendan and Shevonne discuss the journey that her family have been on with their little boy who has had a t...
NTSP Specials (Season 2) Brendan and Shevonne Part 1
This Special Episode is a fascinating interview with Shevonne, the inspirational mum of Henry. This is Part 1 of 4 episodes. Brendan and Shevonne discuss the journey that her family have been on with their little boy who has had a t...
NTSP Specials (Season 2): A/Prof Stephen Warrilow reflects on getting back to business post-COVID
Stephen Warrillow is Assistant Professor at the University of Melbourne, Australia, and a senior Intensivist in the city. Stephen has been president of the Australia & New Zealand Intensive Care Society and heavily involved in the GTC since...
NTSP Specials (Season 2): Brendan & Prue discuss ITS10
Prue Gregson is an SLP who manages the TRAMS Service at Austin Health, Melbourne, Australia. Prue is also leading the team planning (and running) the 10th International Tracheostomy Symposium held in October 2026 in Melbourne. Prue gives us a s...
NTSP Special Interviews (India 2026): Brendan & Sarah Full Conversation (Parts 1, 2 & 3)
The team were in India in February 2026 and had the privelege to meet patients, families and staff who were working to improve tracheostomy care. This special interview is a conversation between Prof Brendan McGrath and Prof Sarah Wallace from ...