Martina Tierney Podcast

Recorded in early 2025, we learn about Norma Findlay's fascinating work in the medico-legal field and her passion for postural management. “I have yet to find another profession that’s truly this holistic.” 💬 In this powerful moment from The Martina Tierney Podcast, Norma Jane Findlay reflects on the unique and vital role of Occupational Therapists — especially when it comes to understanding...

NOTE FROM THE EDITOR: This is what happened when the cameras stopped rolling... or so they thought! This special conversation between Martina and guest Norma Findlay, was after they had finished recording their podcast episode in early 2025. They both thought the cameras and mics had stopped filming and had a really relaxed chat. They talked openly about their special connection, about vibrational...

Martina interviews Deborah Harrison, Nurse, Founder and Clinical Director at A1 Risk Solutions and they talked about: ✨ ‘Single Handed Care’ vs ‘Proportionate Care’ – what’s the difference? ✨ How people think that Proportionate Care is just about saving money ✨ The training courses and other services provided by A1 Risk Solutions ✨ Deborah’s role as an honorary university lecturer ✨ Why A1 Ri...

"A long-haul flight is a strain on the body because an airline seat is not made to measure. Those of us who are able, can change position, get up from our seats and walk around to stretch. Many patients and residents in hospitals and care facilities are unable to do this without assistance. This means that for many, their seating experience is the equivalent of a long-haul flight and most hav...

Martina interviews Odeth Richardson, Head of Service for Occupational Therapy in Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals and Chair of Council for RCOT and BAOT. Odeth has a quiet strength and a thoughtful perspective. We talked about: ✨ The current challenges facing Occupational Therapists ✨ The important work of the RCOT and how it supports its members ✨ The transformative Equality, Diversity and Belong...

Is this the healthcare podcast for you?! Hi, I'm Martina Tierney, an Occupational Therapist, educator and founder of 'Seating Matters'. I'm passionate about transforming the world of healthcare with better seating, better education and better access to research for therapists, clinicians and caregivers. In this podcast I hear uplifting and moving patient stories from around the wor...

Martina Tierney interviews Karen Murphy, an Upper Limb Therapist & Independent OT "Karen is the only Occupational Therapist to have ever treated me. I needed her in a panic when I broke my wrist in 2023, a few days before flying out to a major conference. She helped me feel calm and that together we could get me back to doing the activities and tasks in life that were meaningful to me - K...

Seating Matters Commercial Director (and Martina's son!) Jonathan Tierney interviews Martina about her life, career, The Power of OT book and what inspired her to start this podcast. "My husband used to say something that always stuck with me. He said “Your goals should SCARE you a little and EXCITE you a lot.” It’s been a long term goal of mine to launch my very own PODCAST… So here it is… the OF...