Silvates

Silvan is joined by Clinical Psychologist, Dr Paris Capleton joins me on the Podcast. In this episode we explore how your childhood expeirnces can shape your career, and how the weight of expectations can affect identity and profession. Paris shares her insights on parentification and the unique identities of black female clinical psychologists, shedding light on the emotional burdens they carry....

Sarah Sheehan, an Educational Psychologist and mother joins me on the podcast to share her personal journey with weight loss and using Mounjaro, a GLP-1 medication. We discuss her health journey, the challenges of emotional eating and the importance of lifestyle changes alongside using Mounjaro.

In this episode of the Silvates podcast, I speak to Oliver Smith shares about experiences navigating the gay dating scene in London, particularly through the lens of social media and TikTok. Oliver discusses the challenges and triumphs of dating, the impact of dating apps, the dynamics of gay dating, and the significance of chemistry and connection. We touch on the impact of dating on mental healt...

In this episode, I speak to David Lintonbon on the evolution of manual medicine, the inspiration behind his book 'The Handbook of Manual Medicine', and the importance of understanding the history and techniques of osteopathy. He emphasizes the need for a hands-on approach in diagnosis, building trust with patients, and the challenges faced in writing a comprehensive manual. We also touch on the fu...

In this episode of the Silvates Podcast, I speak to Mark Archer (Physiotherapist) about the complexities of pain management and the importance of a holistic approach. We discuss the psychological and social factors influencing pain, the role of trauma, and the need for authentic connection and safety in therapeutic settings. Mark shared his insights on cultivating hope and resilience, emphasising...

Silvan speaks with Osteopath Arwel Roberts about the intersection of running and osteopathy. We discuss the joy of running, the importance of community, common injuries, and how to start running effectively. Arwel shares insights on the impact of COVID on running trends, the significance of cross-training, and the psychological aspects of maintaining motivation and enjoyment in running. 

In this episode of the Silvates podcast, Silvan interviews Declan McCallion, a passionate reader and reviewer of LGBTQ+ literature. They discuss Declan's journey into reading, the importance of libraries, and how TikTok has created a vibrant community for book lovers. Declan and Silvan explore the themes of normalisation, authenticity, and representation in LGBTQ+ literature. They discuss the impo...

In this episode, I talk to Mary Bolingbroke, an Osteopath, about death and dying. We talk about the discomfort that society often has towards death, the physical and emotional storage of trauma in the body and the intergenerational transmission of trauma. Chapters 00:00 Introduction  11:55 The Physical and Emotional Storage of Trauma in the Body 33:18 Healing Ancestral Trauma and Finding Coherence...

This episode of the Silvates podcast delves into the Mini Clinical Evaluation Exercise (Mini-CEX), a structured assessment tool used in osteopathic education. Phil Bright, Sarah-Jane Marshall and Marianne Damgaard-Jensen discuss its purpose, benefits and assessment process. The Mini-CEX is highlighted as a valuable tool for providing immediate, actionable feedback to students, enhancing their lear...

Silvan speaks with Alex Calamaro, an Osteopath who shares his personal journey with gastric bypass surgery. Alex discusses the reasons behind his decision to undergo the surgery, the process of recovery, and the significant changes in his lifestyle and mental health post surgery. Watch the interview here:  https://youtu.be/7H1MFr-Qz7k

David Lintonbon joins me on the podcast to  discuss TMJ and jaw pain, highlighting the various causes and treatment approaches. He emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach and the need to address underlying issues such as dental malocclusion, trauma, and muscular imbalances. David also discusses the connection between TMJ issues and headaches. David also mentions his upcoming CPD course on...

Josh joins me on the Silvates Podcast where we discuss treating pain. We delve into the Psychology behind pain and the relationship between trauma and pain. We talk about the clinical application of pain and treating persistent pain.

Teacher and author, Andrew joins me on the podcast to discuss the power of reading with children, young and old. We discuss his book, Billy the Brave: The World's First Superhero, the importance of grammar and how we can get children involved in reading more. Find Andrew here: Instagram @theworldsfirstsuperhero Find the book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Billy-Brave-Worlds-First-Superhero/dp/1838...

To celebrate Gibraltar PRIDE, Paul and John from the LGBTQ+ committee join me on the Silvates podcast to discuss Gibraltar’s 2nd Pride celebrations, its importance and creating a safe space. Find more about the events on 24th June 2023 below: www.gibraltarlgbtq.com INSTAGRAM @GIBRALTAR_LGBTQ_COMMITTEE TIKTOK: @GIBRALTAR.LGBTQCOMMITTEE Watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/1TAOL1lLpso

The panel discusses sport in the LGBTQ+ community. We talk about what sports meant to us growing up and how it influenced us. We talk about what the sporting community means to the Gay community as adults and how we found volleyball with the London Spikers. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/FpzsC6AQ5Mo

Litsa Williams joins me to discuss all things grief. Lista is the co-founder and published author (along with Eleanor) of the online community and book, 'What's your Grief'. We discuss different types of grief, secondary losses and how the grief space online has changed over the years. Find more information about Litsa and Eleanor here: https://whatsyourgrief.com Instagram and Tiktok: @whatsyourgr...

Ben is a specialist Physiotherapist working in a Pain service. We discuss the importance of communication, working with people in pain and changing behaviour patterns. Find more about Ben here: Instagram & TikTok: @persuadingpatients Youtube:  @bwhybrowphysio8659   Twitter: @bwhybrowphysio Watch the full interview here:  https://youtu.be/XNdcY4Eqjhg

Joanne Cobbe from J Pilates talks to me about how Pilates is suitable for every type or person and body type. We discuss the differences between contemporary and classical pilates and what makes a good instructor. She relates the benefits of Pilates to different conditions and injuries, mental health and most importantly, how to make people feel epic. Find more about J Pilates here: W: www. Jpilat...

Dr Alessia Corrieri joins me on the podcast to talk about death and the dying process. We explore what makes a good death and the importance of DNARs as well as the role COVID had on families’ access to loved ones in hospital. Watch the full interview here:  https://youtu.be/ekTOUIq_-po

Physiotherapist Khalid Maidan from Clinical Physio speaks to me about his physiotherapy journey and the web based learning platform he co-founded with Dr. Jack. We discuss working in the NHS, tips for students and new graduates and how closely linked the work of physiotherapists and Osteopths are. Watch the interview on youtube here:  https://youtu.be/oxwwmuBR4Uw Find out more about Clinical Physi...

Dr Julie Shaw, a grief educator, joins me on the Silvates Podcast to discuss grief and the grieving process. She shares her grief story with her sister, and what inspired her to create a community through her company, Hello, I'm Grieving. You can find more about Julie below: Instagram: @helloimgrieving website: www.helloimgrieving.com Watch the full interview on youtube here: https://youtu.be/xYod...

Stephanie joins me on the podcast to talk about being a Dr of Osteopathy in America, her journey through medicine and how she uses Tiktok. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/7zpwL3mFY-g Read Stephanie's paper here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33512387/

Learn more about Nick's mentorship programme below: Instagram: @ Hannahmoves Twitter: @hannah_moves Web: http://www.hannahmoves.com Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/ZbKN_nfVpd0

Josh Fein-Brown is an Osteopath and Lecturer and joins me to explain what pain is, how our body perceives pain and the evolution behind it. Josh approaches pain from a scientific view and applies it with a human context to make sense of our surroundings. We discuss his work as an Osteopath and how it has developed. Find Josh at feinhealth.co.uk Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/KRny8...

Julie McFadden, AKA Hospice Nurse Julie is a registered nurse with over 14 years in practice. She talks to me about her work as as Hospice Nurse and what happens to our bodies when we die, educating ourselves on what we can do to help others and removing the stigma of talking about death. Watch the podcast here:  https://youtu.be/MSOEuuyk9UY