Staying Relevant: The Future of Rehab & Peformance

What if confidence wasn’t something you’re born with — but something you can train every day? Dr. Ivan Joseph is an award-winning leadership coach, keynote speaker, and best-selling author known globally for his viral TEDx Talk “The Skill of Self-Confidence” , which has been viewed over 30 million times . As a former championship-winning coach and university athletic director, Dr. Joseph has spent...

Jodi Barrett is a kettlebell coach, author, and founder of Kettlebell Kickboxing Canada , known for her empowering approach to strength and mindset. After facing personal and professional challenges, Jodi rebuilt her identity through fitness — turning pain into power and launching a movement that helps others rediscover their own strength. Today, she joins Tom Swales on Staying Relevant to share h...

What does it take to build a brand, a business, and a community that lasts? Today on Staying Relevant , Tom Swales is joined by Jeremy Rupke —better known as Coach Jeremy, the founder of How To Hockey . What started in 2009 as a simple blog has grown into one of the largest independent hockey platforms in the world, with nearly 500,000 followers across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and beyond. Jerem...

Most coaches obsess over intensity, novelty, and programming tweaks—but miss the deeper principles that make strength training last. Brett Jones is a StrongFirst Master Instructor, licensed athletic trainer, and author of Iron Cardio . For over two decades, he’s been shaping how clinicians, coaches, and athletes approach kettlebells, rehab, and movement quality. As co-creator of the Secrets of… se...

What do most people get wrong about physical therapy education—and what’s really happening behind the scenes as we prepare the next generation of clinicians? Dr. Evan Papa pulls back the curtain to reveal what most people don’t realize about PT education, from perfectionism to posture to patient outcomes. Dr. Evan Papa is an Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at Tufts...

Most physios want to help people. Few learn how to lead people. And even fewer figure out how to grow a clinic without burning out. In this episode of Staying Relevant , Tom Swales sits down with Darryl Yardley —physiotherapist, clinic owner, entrepreneur, and one of the most influential mentors in Canadian rehab. Darryl is the founder of Mentorship Bootcamp , Chief Clinical Officer at Clinic Acce...

What can martial arts teach us about discipline, longevity, and staying relevant in life and business? Phil Ross—better known as Master Phil —shares how combat sports shaped his mindset and why strength training, resilience, and discipline remain timeless tools for success. Phil Ross is a lifelong martial artist, strength and conditioning expert, entrepreneur, and the host of Master Phil in Your C...

How do you prepare the next generation of physical therapists to succeed in a world where healthcare demands are evolving faster than ever? Dr. Christina Odeh reveals how leadership, innovation, and a growth mindset are shaping both education and clinical practice. Dr. Christina Odeh is the Dean of Graduate Health Professions and DPT Program Director at South College, leading one of the nation’s m...

Over 900 NHL games. 17 seasons. Teams like the Toronto Maple Leafs, Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, and San Jose Sharks. But Scott Thornton’s story didn’t end when the arena lights went out. Scott Thornton is a former NHL forward who played 17 seasons across more than 900 games, known for his relentless work ethic, leadership, and toughness. Since retiring, he’s reinvented himself as a gym ow...

What does it look like to blend sport, recovery, and resilience into a career—and a life—that actually lasts? Today on Staying Relevant , Tom Swales is joined by Lyndsay Budgell —a Registered Massage Therapist, founder of Total Recovery Massage Therapy & Wellness and True North Kettlebell Club , and a Team Canada kettlebell sport athlete . From escaping an abusive relationship and dead-end job...

From competitive bodybuilding glory to losing a dream gym during the pandemic, Ryan Hawkes has lived the full arc of ambition, adversity, and reinvention. This episode isn’t just about fitness, it’s about the courage to evolve, let go of ego, and repurpose hard-earned lessons into a life of greater meaning. — Ryan Hawkes is a Gym Founder, Business Strategist, and High-Performance Mentor , known fo...

What does it take to train thousands of NFL athletes, Olympic medalists, and everyday kids to move faster, perform better, and stay injury-free? Bill Parisi is a world-renowned performance coach, founder of Parisi Speed School (100+ facilities, 1M+ athletes trained), and author of The Anatomy of Speed . With over 30 years of experience, he’s trained more athletes in speed development than almost a...

Welcome to Staying Relevant — the show where we break down what’s actually working in rehab, human performance, entrepreneurship, and life. Hosted by Tom Swales , physiotherapist, strength coach, and founder of the AMT System , this podcast brings you honest conversations with world-class coaches, researchers, and leaders across industries. Together, we uncover the principles, habits, and systems...