Episode 139: Marty Fry – Bringing Movement and Breathing into Practice
Remedial massage therapist and movement trainer Marty Fry discusses how movement and breathing became part of his clinical practice, what therapists can learn through observation, and how to introduce broader strategies without pathologising normal variation, exceeding scope or overcomplicating care.
Episode 137: Steve Landells – From Bearings to Bodywork
Steve Landells shares his path from dairy farming and the bearing industry into remedial massage, the mentors who shaped his work, and why he still considers himself a beginner. A practical conversation about career change, regional practice, sustainable bodywork, and learning beyond formal qualifications.
Episode 136: Nicola Hogan – What We Communicate Before We Touch
In Episode 136, Nicola Hogan joins us to explore the language of touch: the words we write, the words we say, and the cues we notice on the table. We discuss communication, professionalism, client expectations, scope, boundaries, mentoring and sustainable massage practice.
Episode 127: Simple Systems for Sole Traders | Massage Business Tips with Oliver Garside of Rounded
Running a massage business isn’t just about what happens on the table. It’s everything behind the scenes that can trip you up.
In this episode, we sit down with Oliver Garside, co-founder of Rounded, to talk about the real challenges sole traders face when it comes to finances, admin and tax. From messy spreadsheets and confusing software to cash flow surprises and BAS stress, Oliver shares practical ways to simplify your systems and stay in control.
We cover common mistakes, simple habits that make a difference, and how the right tools can free up your time so you can focus on your clients, not your bookkeeping.
Episode 113: Chantel Ryan – Getting Legally Healthy In Your Massage Practice
Running a massage business isn’t just about great hands — it’s about solid systems. In this episode, David and Jackie chat with Chantel Ryan from Legally Healthy about how clear policies protect your clients, your reputation, and your calm. Learn which five documents every therapist needs, how to avoid common compliance traps, and why good paperwork is part of good care.
Episode 112: The Vibe You Bring: Massage, Presence and “Bodily Emanation” with Jason Del Gandio
Philosopher and author Jason Del Gandio joins Folding Towels to explore what he calls the vibe—the subtle exchange of energy between people. From the dance floor to the treatment room, he explains how awareness, intention, and presence shape human connection and how therapists can consciously work with the energy they project and receive.
Episode 110: Nick Gabriele: Why Mobile Massage Needs Smarter Tools
The Unseen Weight Behind the Work Most of us don’t become massage therapists because we love paperwork. We train because we want to work with people, help them move better, recover from injuries, and find relief. Yet alongside the treatment room sits another reality: documentation, scheduling, invoicing, and admin that never seems to end. This […]
Episode 109: Laura Jane Layton – Self Care From the Inside Out
After corporate burnout and a major health scare, Laura Jane Layton shifted her focus to self-care that starts from within. In this heartfelt episode, she joins Jackie and David to explore what it means to set boundaries, change your self-talk, and prioritise your wellbeing—so you can sustainably care for others.
Episode 101: Numbers, Nerds & Not Being Poor: Getting Real About Accounting with Anna Mitchell
Anna Mitchell from That Accounting Stuff joins Jackie and David to unpack the realities of accounting for massage therapists. From facing overdue tax to confidently pricing services, Anna’s mission is to help therapists build financially sustainable practices without fear. This episode is full of practical advice, a few laughs, and zero judgment.
Episode 094: Gael Wood on Massage, Marketing, and Making It Work: Lessons from 30 Years in the Industry
we chat with Gael Wood—massage therapist, business coach, and World Massage Hall of Fame inductee—about her 30-year journey in the industry. From her humble beginnings at a bed and breakfast to building a thriving business and coaching others, Gael shares practical marketing tips, personal stories, and advice for creating a sustainable, joyful massage career.