The STA Clinician Podcast

The STA Clinician Podcast (formerly Sports Therapy Association Podcast) is recorded LIVE every Tuesday at 8pm (UK) on the Sports Therapy Association YouTube channel and Facebook Page, and then uploaded as a podcast. You do not have to be an STA member to attend the live recordings - it is a chance to network with fellow therapists and discuss topics that together help us all move forward as an industry. The goal of the podcast, hosted by Matt Phillips, is to deliver to MSK clinicians of all levels (including massage therapists, sports therapists, physiotherapists, podiatrists, chiropractors, etc.) up to date information on how to be a modern, successful, effective health care practitioner, with a gold star reputation for being able to help people in pain and/or looking for performance gains. The Sports Therapy Association (STA) is a professional representation for Sports Therapists, Sports Injury Therapists and Soft Tissue Therapists. We have worked passionately to develop a

The STA Clinician Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Sports Therapy Association, with 292 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #296

  STA296: Collaboration Over Competition: 5 Strategies To Grow Your MSK Practice Without Burning Out

  Aug 13, 20261h 6mS6

  In Ep.296 of the STA Clinician Podcast, host Matt Phillips is joined by special guests Andy Hosgood and Andrew McCauley, founders of the Unbound Project, to discuss "Collaboration Over Competition" and five practical strategies to grow your MSK practice without burning out. Many healthcare professionals have considered leaving the profession at some point. Not because they stopped caring, but because they cared so much that their own growth, wellbeing and aspirations slowly slipped to the bottom of the list. You work hard, develop your clinical skills and keep progressing, yet still find yourself wondering: "What's next?" For many practitioners, that feeling can eventually lead to frustration, isolation and burnout. This episode tackles this issue head on, looking at defining personal success, shifting identity from clinician to leader, managing capacity and reflection, using peer collaboration and coaching, and protecting your wellbeing, plus tools and community resources like the scorecard, apps, and a moderated support network. For details of how to complete the UP scorecard and join the free Unbound Project Community, see the links below. Therapy Show 2026 Andrew and Andy will both be speaking at Therapy Show this year. on November 25/26th at the NEC Birmingham: “Beyond clinical expertise: exploring your healthcare journey together” - Day 1: 09:30am in Business and Practice Leadership Theatre “Strength training: how to apply progressive overload with minimal equipment” - Day 1: 3:50pm in Clinical Skills Lab Chapter Markers 00:00:00 - Welcome to the STA Clinician Podcast 00:05:57 - Unbound Project Goals 00:16:19 - Defining Success Clearly 00:32:32 - Capacity And Reflection 00:45:28 - Listening And Coaching 01:02:25 - Andrew McCauley and Andy Hosgood at Therapy Show 2026 Useful Links The Unbound Project Website The Unbound Project Scorecard Andrew McCauley Website: ProCareSportsMedicine Andy Hosgood Website Andy and Andrew at Therapy Show 2026 Want to join the live recordings? Episodes of the STA Clinician Podcast are recorded live every TUESDAY at 8pm on the Sports Therapy Association YOUTUBE CHANNEL and FACEBOOK page. Everyone is welcome - you do not have to be an STA member! If you cannot join us live, be sure to subscribe to the 'Sports Therapy Association Podcast' on all popular podcast apps to be notified when new episodes are available. Interested in joining the STA? Use the code PODCAST25 to get 3 MONTHS EXTRA when you join for a single year! In other words, £75 will get you 15 months instead of 12! Only valid for NEW members. If you are Level 3 (qualified after 2014) make sure you choose the ‘associate member’ option.

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  Episode #295

  STA295: 'The New Generation Massage Therapist' with special guest Jamie Johnston

  Aug 5, 202654 minS6

  In Ep.295 of the STA Clinician Podcast, host Matt Phillips is joined by special guest Jamie Johnston, a massage therapist, firefighter and educator from British Columbia, Canada. Jamie is best known as founder of the Massage Therapist Development Centre (MTDC) and host of 'The New Generation Massage Therapist' podcast. Jamie discusses the evolving role of massage therapists — shifting from passive tissue work to evidence-informed biopsychosocial care. He talks about pain science, the therapeutic power of movement, consent and communication, and why mental health must be part of clinical practice. He shares practical approaches for opening conversations, spotting mental-health concerns, preventing suicide, and building clinician resilience, plus resources and training for therapists seeking to expand their skills. Practical takeaways: check CPD course accreditation, consider your career goals and context, and consult professional bodies to make an informed choice about the route that best fits your aims. Chapter Markers 00:00:00 - Welcome to the STA Clinician Podcast 00:02:45 - Massage Therapy Scope in Canada 00:07:36 - Rethinking 'Muscle Release' Language 00:11:20 - Why Informed Consent Requires Better Communication 00:18:09 - Patient Language vs Clinician language 00:21:29 - The New Generation Massage Therapist Podcast: Why The Name? 00:24:51 - Why Mental Health Matters for the Modern Clinician 00:33:39 - Practical Language Shifts 00:39:53 - Boundaries in Mental Health Talks with Patients 00:45:15 - Mental Health Courses with Jamie Johnston Useful Links Jamie Johnston Website: TheMTDC.com Massage Therapist Development Centre on Facebook Jamie Johnston on Instagram The New Generation Massage Therapist on Apple Podcasts Want to join the live recordings? Episodes of the STA Clinician Podcast are recorded live every TUESDAY at 8pm on the Sports Therapy Association YOUTUBE CHANNEL and FACEBOOK page. Everyone is welcome - you do not have to be an STA member! If you cannot join us live, be sure to subscribe to the 'Sports Therapy Association Podcast' on all popular podcast apps to be notified when new episodes are available. Interested in joining the STA? Use the code PODCAST25 to get 3 MONTHS EXTRA when you join for a single year! In other words, £75 will get you 15 months instead of 12! Only valid for NEW members. If you are Level 3 (qualified after 2014) make sure you choose the ‘associate member’ option.

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  Episode #294

  Ep.294: ‘Sports Therapy: University Degree or Vocational Training?' with Kate Williams and Sarah Catlow

  Jul 23, 202653 minS6

  Apologies in advance: Due to technical issues during the live recording, the audio for this episode is sadly lower then normal. Attempts have been made to improve it. If you would like captions, please visit the Sports Therapy Association YouTube channel where an audiogram has been uploaded. In Ep.294, we explore whether Sports Therapy is best studied via a university degrees or vocational training. Host Matt Phillips is joined by Sarah Catlow, Chair of the Sports Therapy Organisation (STO), Kate Williams, Head of Education for The Society of Sports Therapists (SST), and Gary Benson, Founder of the STA. Together, they discuss strengths and weaknesses of each route, the need for clear standards and accreditation, and how scopes of practice and employability differ across qualifications. The guests agree the debate is not simply one or the other: qualifications sit on a progression ladder, and standards, external scrutiny, and professional body membership matter. Topics include mature students, apprenticeships, the risk of mis‑selling courses, workforce demand, and practical advice for choosing an educational pathway. Practical takeaways: check accreditation, consider your career goals and context, and consult professional bodies to make an informed choice about the route that best fits your aims. Chapter Markers 00:00:00 - Apology for sound quality in this episode 00:02:14 - Degree or Vocational? 00:08:13 - Sports Massage Versus Therapy 00:11:42 - Standards and Regulation 00:14:25 - Unifying the Profession 00:16:44 - University Quality Controls 00:21:00 - Graduate Jobs and Outcomes 00:24:03 - Employment, Membership, and Pay 00:28:25 - Degrees, Diplomas, and Routes 00:32:19 - Fast-Track and Flexible Study 00:35:17 - Hidden Problems in Courses 00:38:46 - Toward One Regulatory Body 00:42:57 - Ladder or Roundabout? 00:45:47 - Scope of Practice Matters 00:47:39 - Certificates and Competence 00:49:08 - Choosing the Right Path 00:51:22 - Final Advice and Wrap-Up Useful Links Society of Sports Therapists (SST) website Sports Therapy Organisation (STO) website Sports Therapy Association (STA) website Want to join the live recordings? Episodes of the STA Clinician Podcast are recorded live every TUESDAY at 8pm on the Sports Therapy Association YOUTUBE CHANNEL and FACEBOOK page. Everyone is welcome - you do not have to be an STA member! If you cannot join us live, be sure to subscribe to the 'Sports Therapy Association Podcast' on all popular podcast apps to be notified when new episodes are available. Interested in joining the STA? Use the code PODCAST25 to get 3 MONTHS EXTRA when you join for a single year! In other words, £75 will get you 15 months instead of 12! Only valid for NEW members. If you are Level 3 (qualified after 2014) make sure you choose the ‘associate member’ option.

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  Episode #293

  Ep.293: 'Examining the Role of the General Council for Manual Therapies' with Ruth Duncan & Susan Findley

  Jul 19, 20261h 2mS6

  Episode 293 of the STA Clinician Podcast explores the history, purpose and current priorities of the General Council for Manual Therapies (GCMT). Host Matt Phillips is joined by GCMT chair Ruth Duncan, vice chair Susan Findlay, and STA founder Gary Benson to discuss regulation, education standards, professional associations, and protecting public safety. The guests reflect on the GCMT’s origins, challenges with inconsistent training and online courses, relationships with CNHC, and practical steps for improving CPD, governance and public guidance. They also share how the GCMT supports small associations, influences public-facing information, and promotes evidence-informed practice. Chapter Markers 00:00:00 - Welcome to the STA Clinician Podcast 00:05:04 - Ruth Duncan's Manual Therapy Journey 00:08:39 - Susan Findlay's Path to Oncology 00:11:23 - GCMT History Explained 00:18:41 - Standards Under Pressure 00:28:34 - Guiding Courses, Not Judging 00:32:26 - Reaching the Unregistered Majority 00:38:21 - Support Models Versus Business 00:45:53 - Raising Public Awareness 00:55:11 - Upcoming Work and Events Useful Links GCMT Website STA Website Want to join the live recordings? Episodes of the STA Clinician Podcast are recorded live every TUESDAY at 8pm on the Sports Therapy Association YOUTUBE CHANNEL and FACEBOOK page. Everyone is welcome - you do not have to be an STA member! If you cannot join us live, be sure to subscribe to the 'Sports Therapy Association Podcast' on all popular podcast apps to be notified when new episodes are available. Interested in joining the STA? Use the code PODCAST25 to get 3 MONTHS EXTRA when you join for a single year! In other words, £75 will get you 15 months instead of 12! Only valid for NEW members. If you are Level 3 (qualified after 2014) make sure you choose the ‘associate member’ option.

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  Episode #292

  Ep.292: 'It's Not the Person: Rethinking Difficult Conversations in MSK Practice' with guest Matt Phillips

  Jul 8, 20261h 11mS6

  In Ep. 292 of the STA Clinician Podcast, host Matt Phillips moves into the guest chair, allowing STA founder Gary Benson to interview him about his specialist focus: thinking and communication in practice. They also discuss why, after a decade as "Runchatlive", Matt has launched his new website, MattPhillips.Education. The episode explores why labelling a patient as "difficult" often misses the point, and how shifting the focus from changing the person to adjusting the environment, improving communication, and using approaches such as Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) can better support patients and clients, whether they are neurodivergent or neuromajority. The episode also covers practical tips for clinicians, CPD choices, preventing burnout, the Neurodivergent MSK Clinician Facebook Group, upcoming talks at Therapy Show, and collaborations with the Unbound Project. Chapter Markers 00:00:00 - Welcome to the STA Clinician Podcast 00:03:17 - Matt Phillips: From Host to Guest 00:08:59 - Rethinking Difficult Conversations 00:12:42 - Ask Before Assumptions 00:21:33 - Inclusive Design for Everyone 00:32:20 - Therapy Show and Neurodiversity 00:42:08 - Listening Over More Advice 00:46:11 - Communication, Not Fixing 00:58:33 - The Unbound Project 01:01:01 - What Listeners Should Take Away 01:04:42 - A New Identity in Healthcare 01:07:34 - On the show next week Useful Links Website: MattPhillips.Education Communication Skills for Clinicians CPD Course July 14th: Exploring Workplace Conversations Through a Neurodiversity Lens - with the Unbound Project Matt Phillips at Therapy Show November 2026 Facebook Group: Neurodivergent MSK Clinicians The Reflective CPD Journal by Sarah Meharg and Rosi Sexton Want to join the live recordings? Episodes of the STA Clinician Podcast are recorded live every TUESDAY at 8pm on the Sports Therapy Association YOUTUBE CHANNEL and FACEBOOK page. Everyone is welcome - you do not have to be an STA member! If you cannot join us live, be sure to subscribe to the 'Sports Therapy Association Podcast' on all popular podcast apps to be notified when new episodes are available. Interested in joining the STA? Use the code PODCAST25 to get 3 MONTHS EXTRA when you join for a single year! In other words, £75 will get you 15 months instead of 12! Only valid for NEW members. If you are Level 3 (qualified after 2014) make sure you choose the ‘associate member’ option.

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