This podcast episode of Little Brains Big Steps features hosts Franchesca Cox, an occupational therapist, and Megan Williams, a speech-language pathologist, exploring the auditory system and its role in childhood development. They break down how the auditory system works, its connection to other sensory systems, and how challenges in auditory processing can impact focus, learning, and communication. The hosts share common signs of auditory processing difficulties and offer practical strategies for support in everyday settings.