The Radical Massage Therapist Podcast

Did you know that almost 80 percent of massage therapists have experienced burnout?   The number one excuse massage therapists share as their reason for not practicing regular self-care is..."I Have No Time" The average career life of a massage therapist is 5 years before they quit from injury, emotional exhaustion, or apathy We have a solution... Tune into this short episode to to learn...

“Make it the norm to be in a state of relaxation” - Dr. Tiffany Ryan, Co-Founder Yomassage® Yomassage® is restorative stretch, mindfulness, therapeutic touch, and community. In addition to offering massage at an accessible rate, Yomassage® classes appeal to more people because they are fully clothed and offered in a safe environment. Yomassage® appeals to massage therapists because they can see up...

“We should expect results from our professional association the same way our patients and clients expect results from us everyday”  - Don Dillon, RMT ... This episode of The Radical RMT podcast features Don Dillon, RMT. Don is a practitioner, speaker, and practice coach. He began his massage practice in 1991 and he has worked in chiropractic, spa, and medical facilities before operating his own cl...

Samantha Hughes is a Registered Massage Therapist and provides Craniosacral Therapy. She is the co-owner of Pure Massage and Holistic Therapies in Kanata, Ontario and she is a mom of twin toddler boys. I approached Sam to discuss the topic of raising rates but, we discuss so much more than that and she has given us an episode that would be excellent for a new grad to listen to or perhaps you are a...

This is a follow-up "minisode" to Episode #038: Freedom Driven with Yvonne Moir , RMT, Co-owner of Origin Wellness, and a Professional Musician.  Yvonne answers what an ethical and inclusive clinic space looks like for both practitioners and patients.  🩵 My favourite software for online booking and charting is ⁠ ⁠Jane.app⁠.⁠ The Radical Massage Therapist community can try Jane free for...

Welcome to this episode of The Radical RMT Podcast with Yvonne Moir. They are a Registered Massage Therapist in Toronto Canada and they are also a professional musician. They play the baritone saxophone and most recently toured with The Arkells . You will learn more in this episode about how they balance these two worlds and the importance of freedom and flexibility in a career that allows opportu...

Our occupation as healthcare professionals puts us in a position that allows for respect and trust with our clients.  Through our consistent actions we can maintain this respect and trust.  Creating a better environment and experience for the client and for the massage therapist can enhance the outcomes of treatment.  In this episode I share a few simple ways that we can maintain our position of a...

"Networking can be very influential and it can make a difference in your business" - Emilie McKay In this episode I speak with Emilie McKay on the topic of Effective Networking. Emilie is a massage therapist and a business coach to massage therapists through her business The RMTpreneur ( @thermtpreneur ) This episode is for you whether you are new to networking or you are a seasoned pro...

This is my take on how to improve your interaction with a difficult colleague, client, or acquaintance and make a less than tolerable situation well...more tolerable.  Sometimes people come into your life to challenge your patience, your integrity, and your sanity. I've been there and I am here for you! Listen to this micro episode about how I "flipped the script" on how I saw a work...

"Judgement is always a projection of your own darkness and you need to own up to it. Do you Get that?" - Bernadette Kaye ... We are all knowledgeable in our skills but how many of us are knowledgeable in matters of our Self?  Can we be an effective healer, bodyworker, caregiver, or even a parent if we are unwilling to work on our own Shadow? My personal and professional life has greatly...

“Most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in ten years.” - Bill Gates ... It's a solo episode with me, Krista Dicks, Registered Massage Therapist and host of The Radical RMT Podcast.  This episode is a simple guide to goal setting and getting started so that you can start achieving your goals this very month and finish 2021 with some momentum.  G...

"For RMTS who want to get better in their practice…Get better within yourself personally because that will feed into the professional" - Chris Delos Reyes ... Chris Delos Reyes came to massage therapy through his passion for dance and his creativity and energy create a buzz around his business Holistic Connection. Co-owned with his wife April who is a Reiki Master, Holistic Connection he...

This episode features Jessica Oliver. Jessica is a retired Registered Massage Therapist after practicing for 18 years when she decided during the pandemic to open a clothing store called MUST boutique in Ottawa, Canada ( @mustboutiquewestboro ). If you have been feeling like you are outgrowing massage or you are interested in pursuing a creative project, this episode will encourage you to explore...

Did you know there are massage championships happening around the world? Meet Paris Diamantis-Siolos and Lidija Ristic, founders of The Official World Online Massage Championship. This is the 2nd edition and registration is open until August 31st, 2021 with the possibility of an extension. Paris and Lidija started the 1st edition in 2020 as a way to unite massage therapists globally to share in a...

"I do massage with all my heart and soul" - Kelren Mello This episode features Kelren Mello @kelmassagetherapy.  She is a massage therapist who practices in both the state of Illinois and the state of Florida. She is a mother who felt led by Faith to massage therapy because she wanted to do something meaningful with her life. She is a beautiful soul who first and foremost treats her clie...

Elicia Crook is a Massage therapist, business coach, author and mentor to hundreds of therapists worldwide, sharing the tactics she used to create her business success over 16 years. From the early days of treating out of her lounge room the journey took Elicia to build her dream clinic with a team of 9 treating over 100 clients a week. Elicia then created a very successful online business as well...

"I knew if I wanted to do this again and do it for as long as possible, I knew I would need to pace myself" - Sandra Rosten ... Feeling burnt out emotionally and physically from your massage career? Curious about what it would look like if you took some time off from your practice and tried a new career path? Would it solidify your decision to leave massage therapy? Or would it solidify...

“How do I give the best massage I can without injuring myself?" - Mark Liskey . . How is your body feeling at the end of your workday? Do you sometimes wish you could be the client receiving the massage instead of giving a massage? Do you find yourself dreading going into work because your body is pain? This episode features Mark Liskey, a massage therapist and certified neuromuscular therapi...

Do you take the time to send a quick "thank you?"  When someone gives you their time, shares their experience, and helps you get results, they deserve a quick "thank you."  Practicing gratitude is important to appreciate what you have and don't forget the individuals who have helped us get to where we are today.   Remember, we get what we give.  I hope you enjoy this "...

When you have a full schedule and your client really needs a massage, do you refer to one of your colleagues?  When you have reached a plateau with your client's progress, do you introduce them to another healthcare professional that may be able to break the cycle?  How do you extend your professional reach and build a network of allied healthcare members that will work together to provide exc...

"We have to approach our healing day to day; moment to moment if we are going to change who we are over time." - Randi Kay ... This episode features Randi Kay, a massage therapist and yoga instructor from Fargo, North Dakota who helps her clients discover intuitive healing that leads to the best self-care for their body. She has her own podcast called “Simple Self-care” where she intervi...

This is a short episode with me, Krista; the host of The Radical RMT Podcast!  On The Radical RMT podcast, I not only want to share the stories, advice, and routines of Radical RMTs but, I would also like to share with you the useful tips, and habits that I have learned along the way to help me create my own version of living a Radical RMT lifestyle and I hope it may be useful to you as well.  Thi...

Content Warning: This episode includes topics of weight, eating disorders, and diet culture. ... “All bodies have pain- big and small. All sizes can experience pain and a lot of the time it doesn’t have to do with your weight” - Jamie Boer, RMT ... Jamie Boer, RMT recently opened a welcoming massage space for everyBODY!  She is the owner of Eastwood Wellness Co in Toronto, Canada, and she encourag...

“I find humour a really quick way to connect and a quick way to find out about my client” - Karen Munro-Caple ... If you have been an RMT for even a short amount of time it is likely you have noticed a very relatable cartoon called "Adventures from Karen's Clinic."  This episode introduces you to the woman behind the cartoon and how it came to be a monthly feature of the RMTAO "...

"If we can impact positively on one person's life then we've won in our minds!" -Heather Rivers and Nicole Andrews. The Massage Therapy Podcast ... I was very excited to connect virtually with Heather and Nicole about their very own podcast "The Massage Therapy Podcast" where they discuss the latest in Massage Therapy, health care, and more.  These two are colleagues wi...