Unlock the mysterious efficacy of placebos and their role in pain management as we host neuroscience professor and esteemed author Serge Marchand. Together, we unravel the power of patient-practitioner interactions, where empathy and positive reinforcement can significantly alter a patient's pain experience. Listen to how even the most seasoned professionals must navigate the fine line between science and empathy, and how this dance can redefine healing approaches across healthcare. This episode isn't just about the sugar pill effect; it's an expedition into the heart of expectation and its p ..read more

Join us for a riveting journey through the landscape of trauma and healing, where Bethany Ranes Ph.D. and I navigate the mind's labyrinth following traumatic experiences. As a cognitive neuroscience research scientist with notable tenures at United Health Group and the US Army, Ranes lends her profound insights into the ways trauma shapes our physiological and psychological wellbeing. From the subtleties of microaggressions to the roar of chronic pain, our dialogue offers a fresh perspective on how small-scale stressors accumulated over time can manifest into significant psychological hurdles ..read more

Have you ever considered the profound impact that trauma has on the body and the mind, and how manual therapists can provide a beacon of hope for those struggling in its aftermath? We're honored to have Brian Trzaskos join us to shed light on the transformative power of trauma-informed care within manual therapy. Our discussion transcends the traditional view of trauma by focusing on the body’s nervous system and its response to both catastrophic and minor stressors, which can accumulate and deeply affect an individual's sense of self. Learn how therapists are redefining their approach to care ..read more

In this episode I have the wonderful fortune of interviewing Hillary Allen, an endurance athlete and former client of mine. We talk about her experience surviving a near-fatal 150-foot fall while trail running. We discuss her road to recovery both physically and mentally, insights gained about being a process-driven versus performance-driven athlete, the value of community support, using writing and storytelling as therapy, and principles of resilience that helped her not only get back to elite competition but become an even stronger person. Music by Oleksii Kaplunskyi from Pixabay Buzzsprout ..read more

In this podcast with ABK, we delve into the idea of defining massage therapy and if that is something our industry is struggling with or needs.  Ann Blair Kennedy has been a long time member of many influential massage organizations. You may not have known her before this podcast but if you are a massage therapist you have likely been influenced or impact day some of her research in our industry. She is a warm, open hearted human with a thirst for understanding and knowledge that has made her an incredible role-model for many massage therapists.  Support the show ..read more

Amanda Rocheleau is a recovering over achiever people pleaser. She has created a wonderful community of support and sharing for those experiencing burnout and compassion fatigue. I have known Amanda since our mid-teens and what she is doing with her work at https://www.amandarocheleau.com/ is some of the most important work I have come across in my 20 years of practice massage. If you have not had a chance to listen to her, take it now.  Support the show ..read more

In this episode of the Sensory Approach to Manual Therap Jon Zahourek and I discuss pain, evolution, belonging and learning.  Jon Z. has an incredible mind that floats from topic to topic with ease but is always profoundly intersting and captivating to listen to. Support the show ..read more

In this latest podcast with Michael Hamm, from Integrative Bodywork we dive once more into the conversation of 'Defining Massage Therapy'.  I always love speaking with Michael. His heart felt communication and  genuine love and passion for language make him an amazing guest. His insight into the converging/diverging nature of science was an absolute bullseye in our talk.  I hope that podcast blooms like a flower in the back of your heart.  Support the show ..read more

In this episode with Doug Nelson we get a little person in exploring his passion and discovery of massage therapy. We explore some of the difficulties of research within the massage therapy community and try to understand what it is that makes massage special.  I hope you enjoy listening. Doug has been a very influential therapist, researcher and educator in the massage community for a long time and even if you don't know it, you have likely heard some of his wisdom passed on to you through other educators.  Support the show ..read more

In this podcast with ABK, we delve into the idea of defining massage therapy and if that is something our industry is struggling with or needs.  Ann Blair Kennedy has been a long time member of many influential massage organizations. You may not have known her before this podcast but if you are a massage therapist you have likely been influenced or impact day some of her research in our industry. She is a warm, open hearted human with a thirst for understanding and knowledge that has made her an incredible role-model for many massage therapists.  Support the show ..read more