The data are abysmal! In a recent publication, partly authored by Down the Hatch Hosts Alicia Vose and Ianessa Humbert, we reveal that SLP identification of swallowing impairments is poor to moderate. Why? Many could not differentiate disordered swallowing events from normal ones. In this installment with Special Guests Justine Allen and Michela Mir (both Doctoral Students and SLPs with clinical experience), we discuss this proverbial Ground Zero. Acceptance: This is the first STEP toward SLP competence in Dysphagia Management.