OT & Chill

OT & Chill

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  • Episode 54 – Simplifying Occupational Science
    Episode 54 – Simplifying Occupational Science
    Continuing with the Occupation and Occupational Science mini-series, I am joined by Ryan Lavalley who shares his thoughts on Occupational Science. We have a discussion about why work in this area is really important, how some of the research can assist therapist in advocating for their patients and also how it could possibly have an impact on policies.
    Ryan co-hosts a fantastic OT podcast called “Dr thOTs” so make sure to check it out. You can follow Ryan on social media (Instagram & Twitter: ryan_lavalley)
    If you have any feedback on this episode or you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please drop an email to “[email protected]” or DM via Twitter (@OT_Chill) or Instagram (otandchill).
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    1 hr 1 min
  • Episode 53 – Values and Occupations with Brock Cook
    Episode 53 – Values and Occupations
    Continuing with the Occupation and Occupational Science mini-series, I am joined by Brock Cook to have a discussion about Values and Occupations. Brock shares his understanding of Occupational Science and why it is important for the profession.
    The episode on Brock’s podcast referred to is “009 – How do values fit with OT practice?”
    The values research referred to is called “The Theory of Basic Human Values” developed by Shalom H. Schwartz
    You can hear more from Brock on his podcast by visiting www.occupiedpodcast.com.
    If you have any feedback on this episode or you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please drop an email to “[email protected]” or DM via Twitter (@OT_Chill) or Instagram (otandchill).
    1 hr 1 min
  • Episode 52 – Is it Occupational Therapy or Occupational Science?
    Episode 52 – Is it Occupational Therapy or Occupational Science?
    In the first of the Occupation and Occupational Science mini-series, I am joined by Miranda Cunningham to have a discussion about some of the issues surrounding Occupational Science and its application to Occupational Therapy practice. Towards the end of the episode, we also explore an area of interest for Miranda around the Occupational Life of those experiencing homelessness.
    Please visit OS Europe for more information about the network Miranda speaks about.
    If you have any feedback on this episode or you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please drop an email to “[email protected]” or DM via Twitter (@OT_Chill) or Instagram (otandchill).
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    52 min
  • OT Week 2021 - Race & Health Inequalities Re-Release
    As it OT Week in the UK (1st Nov-7th Nov)and the theme being Health Equity, I thought I would re-release Episode 24. Happy OT Week 2021 everyone.
    Episode 24 - Race & Health Inequalities . The link between race and health has been well documented in research and government reports. This was particularly apparent during the COVID pandemic with those from minority ethnic groups disproportionately passing away. . In this episode, I discuss the area of race and health inequalities with: . Andrea Wright - @IntegraTherapy Musharrat Ahmed Landeryou - @LecturerMish Dr Gita Ramdharry - @Gitaramdharry Shahedah Vawda - @Sha_Vawda . This episode was inspired by the Bridges Self Management webinar back in August. You can catchup with this below. . https://youtu.be/vt-q3pLSU7s . If you have any feedback on this episode or you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please drop an email to “[email protected]” or DM via Twitter (@OT_Chill) or Instagram (otandchill) .
    1 hr 25 min
  • Episode 51 – Student Internship with Rosalind Brooks & Sherri Kapadia

    Episode 51 – Student Internship with Rosalind Brooks & Sherri Kapadia

    In this episode, I am joined by Rosalind and Sherri to have a conversation about their experience of undertaking an internship at the Royal College of Occupational Therapist. We also discuss their student experiences and also their final year research. Both are very passionate about bringing something new into the profession and this comes across in the discussions as they prepare to enter the profession as fully qualified therapist.

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    1 hr 4 min
  • Episode 50 – Episode 50

    Episode 50 – Episode 50

    A milestone episode for the OT & Chill podcast. In this episode, I review some of the wonderful episodes and provide the top 5 most listened to episodes. I share some of the plans for the future of the podcast and also share some great feedback received from some listeners. As I said in the podcast, if you have ever listened to just a snippet of any of the episodes, I just want to say a BIG MASSIVE THANK YOU! I look forward to the next 50 episodes!

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    36 min
  • Episode 49 – Conversation with Jennifer Creek

    Episode 49 – Conversation with Jennifer Creek

    In this episode, I am joined by Jennifer Creek who is a well-known and highly respected Occupational Therapist. Similarly to Sue Baptiste from episode from 48, Jennifer Creek has contributed extensively to the profession through her publications around occupational therapy and mental health and many other areas. In this episode, we have a conversation about a number of topics, such as clinical reasoning, OT theory, her passion for working with marginalised groups, identity of the occupational therapist and the history of how the profession came about.

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    53 min
  • Episode 48 - Conversation With Sue Baptiste

    Episode 48 – Conversation with Sue Baptiste

    In this episode, I am joined by Sue Baptiste who is a well-respected Occupational Therapist. She has contributed extensively to the profession through her work with the WFOT. She is recognised as one of the founding members of the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure. She has also contributed to Occupational Therapy literature with work in books and journal articles. In this episode, we have a conversation about different topics including her interest in Problem Based Learning, chronic pain, transitioning into retirement and also an upcoming publication about the global outlook for the profession.

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    1 hr 8 min
  • Episode 47 – Box Positive

    Episode 47 – Box Positive

    In this episode, I am joined by Charles Delve (Twitter: @Charles_Delve), an Occupational Therapist and boxing coach based in the UK. Charles shares his work experience about the use of boxing in his practice, particularly with people diagnosed with Parkinsons Disease. Charles breaks down the activity and how it can have a positive impact on helping people to engage in their activities of daily living. Check out some of his work via his twitter handle above, also on his Instagram (Box.Positive) and his website

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    45 min
  • Episode 46 – No Shame In Sharing
    Episode 46 – No Shame In Sharing
    In this episode, I am joined by Richard Barrett (Twitter: @RBarrettOT), an Occupational Therapist based in the UK. Richard shares his lived experiences of mental illness and adverse childhood experiences and how this inspired him to want to work with young people. Richard is also a mental health blogger. His blog “Therapy for the Therapist” is a fantastic blog where he shares his experiences and thoughts with the aim of reducing the continued stigma attached to mental illness.
    If you have any feedback on this episode or you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please drop an email to “[email protected]” or DM via Twitter (@OT_Chill) or Instagram (otandchill).
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    1 hr 15 min

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