Massage Life Podcast
Episodes
Episode 48: Starting a Home-Based Massage Therapy Practice
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about a few things to consider when starting a home-based massage therapy practice. For more information abou...
Episode 47: TMJ Dysfunction
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into TMJD—one of the most common yet misunderstood conditions affecting the jaw. We cover what it is, why it matters for ma...
Episode 46: Yoga & Massage
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about combining yoga and massage, which is a fun way to diversify your practice and meet new clients.Use the ...
Episode 45: Massage Regulation in Alberta
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On October 15, 2024, the Alberta Working Group for the Regulation of Massage Therapy (AWGRMT) submitted an application for regulation to the Health Mi...
Episode 44: Noterro GO!
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa spends some time chatting with Ryan and Nick from Noterro, which is an online clinic management tool for massage therapists a...
Epsiode 43: The Modern History of Massage Therapy
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk briefly about the modern history of massage therapy. Jordan was a little more unhinged than usual. We definit...
Episode 42: The Ancient History of Massage
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan give a brief overview about the ancient history of massage. We're definitely not experts in this area, but we had ...
Episode 41: How to Make More Money as a Massage Therapist
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about some of the ways massage therapists can put more money into their pockets. Here are links to the blog a...
Episode 40: Non-Compete Clauses
18 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about non-compete and non-solicitation clauses found in many of the contracts RMTs sign. Click here to acces...
Episode 39: Gross Massage Things
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about some of the gross things massage therapists do. Buckle up! This one gets a little unhinged. We were def...
Episode 38: Should massage therapists offer discounts?
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about things massage therapists should consider before they offer discounts. Use the code PODCAST to receive...
Episode 37: Responding to Negative Feedback
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about things to consider when responding to negative feedback. We also kind of go off the rails at the beginn...
Episode 36: What RMTs should know about gift certificates
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about many of the things Canadian massage therapists should know about gift certificates. Here are links to s...
Episode 35: Cancer & Massage
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about some of the myths regarding cancer and massage. Disclaimer: the matters discussed in this course should...
Episode 34: Can you write off volunteer time?
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan recap something that came up during Jordan's presentation at the CMMOTA conference in Red Deer. Can you write off ...
Episode 33: Splitting GST/HST Between Clinic and Contractor. How it Works!
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about one of the most misunderstood concepts amongst RMTs regarding GST/HST. How is GST split between the cli...
Episode 32: Kelly Cabrera from Breakthrough Massage Academy
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan sit down with Kelly Cabrera from Breakthrough Massage Academy to talk about some of the things she's done to b...
Episode 31: Burnout
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about a common problem amongst RMTs ... Burnout. Register today for Melissa's in-person course, The Art o...
Episode 30: Top 5 Bookkeeping Tips for RMTs
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jordan discusses his top 5 bookkeeping tips for RMTs. Melissa also shares a few more embarrassing stories. Register today for Melissa...
Episode 29: Learning from less than ideal massage experiences
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about some of the "less-than ideal" massage experiences they've had recently. The purpose of th...
Episode 28: Marketing Tips for RMTs
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan discuss a few marketing ideas that helped Melissa grow her successful mobile massage practice into what it is toda...
Episode 27: Do you really need to strip your massage sheets?
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about stripping! No, not that kind of stripping ... laundry stripping. There's been a lot of discussion l...
Episode 26: Getting more clients without more marketing
08 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan have an engaging discussion with Joanna Sapir about the importance of implementing sales processes into your practi...
Episode 25: Massaging Friends and Family
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan talk about massaging family rules, including what a few Canadian associations have to say about the matter. http...
Episode 24: Maybe you shouldn't write off your vehicle expenses.
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan talk about why it's okay to NOT write something off. They focus mainly on expenses related to the use of one's pers...
Episode 23: Should you incorporate your massage business?
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan tackle one of the most commonly asked questions ... Should I incorporate my business? They also share a few more em...
Episode 22: Goal Setting for the New Year!
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan talk about setting yourself up for success at the start of this New Year 2023. https://www.onlinewellness.ca https:...
Episode 21: Enforcing Cancellation Policies
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan discuss a topic that is way more interesting than it sounds ... cancellation policies. https://www.onlinewellness.c...
Episode 20: Pediatric Massage from the Perspective of a 6 Year Old
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa's on vacation, so Jordan sits down with his son to talk about massage. https://www.onlinewellness.ca https://www.instagram.com...
Episode 19: Embarrassing Moments Part 3
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan share more massage related embarrassing moments. What's really embarrassing is that we have enough content to fill ...
Episode 18: Can you write off your Lululemons?
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan discuss many of the business expenses that RMTs can write off. Use the promo code MASSAGELIFEPODCAST to receive 50%...
Episode 17: Direct Billing Myths
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan discuss the myths, benefits and drawbacks to direct billing. Use the promo code MASSAGELIFEPODCAST to receive 50% o...
Episode 16: Memories from Massage School
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa reminiscences about her days in massage school. https://www.onlinewellness.ca https://www.instagram.com/onlinewellnessinstitut...
Episode 15: Lessons Learned from Witnessing a Car Accident
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan talk about the importance of reassuring our clients and using helpful words. Melissa also relates a recent experien...
Episode 14: Our First Guest!
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're excited to welcome Chad Friel to the podcast! After recording content for an upcoming course, we sat down with Chad to talk about his course, so...
Episode 13: Embarrassing Moments Part 2
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Back by popular demand, Melissa and Jordan share some more of their most embarrassing moments. See episode 5 for part 1. https://www.onlinewellness.ca...
Episode 12: Hiring a New Practitioner
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa talks about some of the things she's learned from hiring a new practitioner. https://www.onlinewellness.ca Instagram Faceb...
Episode 11: Music Preferences. Is there a bird in here?
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan talk about massage music. To go along with this we've also compiled a list of massage therapist recommended spotify...
Episode 10: Mobile Massage Part 3
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa has been working as a mobile massage therapist since 2019. In part 3 of our series on mobile massage Melissa takes us through her entire proce...
Episode 9: Mobile Massage Part 2
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa has been working as a mobile massage therapist since 2019. In part 2 of our series on mobile massage Melissa and Jordan talk about the logisti...
Episode 8: Mobile Massage Part 1
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ad: Medistick, Use code OWI10 for 10% off Melissa has been working as a mobile massage therapist since 2019. In this episode Melissa and Jordan talk a...
Episode 7: Side Hustles for RMTs
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ad: Medistick, Use code OWI10 for 10% off In this episode, Melissa and Jordan talk about things to consider when starting a side hustle, and talk abou...
Episode 6: The little things are the big things!
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we feel like we need to learn a fancy new technique to impress our clients, but focusing on the little things can make a big difference. Als...
Episode 5: Embarrassing Moments
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan share some of their most embarrassing massage moments. https://www.onlinewellness.ca https://www.instagram.com/onl...
Episode 4: Cupcake Massage?
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan talk about things to consider when choosing a business name.https://www.onlinewellness.cahttps://www.instagram.com/...
Episode 3: Will a kidney stone make a grown man cry?
18 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Melissa and Jordan talk about distinguishing between muscle and organ pain. As therapists, we should be careful we don't discount...
Episode 2: Should you increase your prices?
05 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There's been a lot of chatter about whether massage therapists should increase their prices. In this episode, Melissa and Jordan discuss a few th...
Episode 1: The Online Wellness Institute
05 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa and Jordan talk about the origin of the Online Wellness Institute, and discuss why they've started this podcast. Their mission is to help...