The Massage and Spa Success Podcast
Episodes
Jimmy Gialelis – Working with Clients at the End of Life
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael sits down with Jimmy Gialelis, a World Massage Hall of Fame inductee, seasoned educator, and certified End of Life Doula, to exp...
Felicia Brown – Developing a Positive Mindset
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael is joined by business, marketing, and mindset coach Felicia Brown for an uplifting and very real conversation about what it trul...
Tazeem Jamal – Yesology – The Art & Psychology Behind Client Decisions
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael sits down with master aesthetician, award-winning spa business coach, and Retail Sales Catalyst Tazeem Jamal to explore why clie...
Laura Landsiedel Ford – Building Community in the Massage Profession
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael sits down with Laura Ford, longtime educator, publisher, and community builder, for a powerful conversation about why connection...
Michael Ortiz Jr – The Salon Suite Business Model
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, Gael sits down with Michael Ortiz Jr, a massage therapist turned multi-business owner, suite landlord, and founder of The Unreasonabl...
Jenny Sheridan – Reading the Feet
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael sits down with reflexologist and educator Jenny Sheridan to explore how the feet can offer meaningful clues about what’s happe...
Shawn Stewart – How to Build Trust Through Draping
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael sits down with award-winning massage therapist and Hall of Fame inductee Shawn Stewart to explore one of the most overlooked ski...
Julie Campbell – Instagrowth for Massage Therapists
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael sits down with business coach, AI developer, and former massage therapist Julie Campbell to simplify the path to Instagram succe...
David Clayton & Jackie Kerin – Making Business Less Lonely – Building Community and Staying Inspired in Solo Practice
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael sits down with Australian massage therapists and podcasters Jackie and David to explore the emotional side of running a solo pra...
Planning with Me + Shawn Stewart
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Darryl “DJ” Turner – Scaling Your Massage Business to 6–7 Figures
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful session, Gael sits down with Darryl “DJ” Turner, founder of Scaling Wellness, to break down what it takes to grow and scale a mas...
Aimee Joy Taylor – Collective Grief
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael sits down with licensed massage therapist, educator, grief counselor, and creator of Grief Massage, Aimee Joy Taylor, to explore...
Alfonso Smith – Things to Know When Running Your Own Practice
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael sits down with licensed massage therapist, medical massage practitioner, YouTube creator, and World Massage Hall of Fame inducte...
Michelle Roos – Mobile Massage Business – Getting Started and Success
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael sits down with mobile massage therapist, CE provider, and co owner of Cupping USA and Cupping Canada, Michelle Roos, to dive int...
Paul Kohlmeier – Cupping for TMJ Pain Management
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael sits down with Paul Kohlmeier, a clinician, educator, and co-owner of Cupping Canada and Cupping USA. With more than two decades...
Melinda Loo – The 4 Pillars of Success: Mindset, Technique, Self Care, Business
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael sits down with massage therapist, CE provider, health coach, and industry mentor Melinda Loo to explore her signature framework:...
Client Screening Tips + Rejuvology with Mia Towndrow
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Episode 14: Client Screening Tips + Rejuvology with Mia Towndrow Hosted by Gael Wood Massage Therapist | Business Educator | Podcast Host In t...
Red Flags in Massage Texts + Alexandra’s Burnout Recovery Story
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
💡 Episode Overview We’re back after a summer break! In this episode, Gael dives into three red flags in massage text communications that every ma...
How to Talk to Grieving Massage Clients — Book Review by Gael Wood
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s heartfelt book review episode, I’m diving into How to Talk to Grieving Massage Clients by Aimee Joy Taylor. This essential guide b...
Massage Marketing and The Massage Customer Journey
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling like your marketing isn’t working? You’re not alone! Many massage therapists expect instant bookings, but marketing is a process. In this ...
10 Ways to Advertise and Promote Your Massage Therapy Business for Free
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
10 Ways to Advertise, and Promote Your Massage Business for Free or on a Shoestring Budget Host: Gael Wood Podcast: The Massage and Spa Success...
How to Identify Your Ideal Client & Use It to Grow Your Business
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Knowing your ideal client is the key to effective marketing, better rebooking rates, and a more enjoyable, sustainable business. In today’s episode,...
10 Fun Ideas for Massage Valentine's Day Promotions That Are NOT Couples Massage
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Massage and Spa Success Podcast, we explore 10 creative and fun Valentine's Day promotions that do not involve couples massage....
Couples Treatments for the Solo Massage Therapist
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gael shares innovative and profitable ideas for offering couples treatments—even if you're a solo therapist or don’t have space f...
Retail Sales in the Massage Setting
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Massage and Spa Success Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re discussing retail sales in the massage setting, which has the ...
Book Review: Good Massage Gone Bad by Tina Hopkins
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of the Massage and Spa Success Podcast, Gael Wood dives into her first-ever book review, featuring Good Massage Gone Bad...
10 Ways to Make $10,000 More in Your Massage Business
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Massage and Spa Success Podcast, we dive into actionable strategies to help massage therapists increase their annual income by ...
Meet The Experts - Building Connections and Elevating Education: Exploring PERG with Laura Ford
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Massage and Spa Success Podcast, Gael sits down with Laura Ford, owner of PERG (Professional Education Resource Guide), t...
Meet the Experts – Exploring Aromatherapy and Holistic Therapies with Jenny Sheridan
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Massage and Spa Success Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m kicking off the Meet the Experts interview series with a special gues...
Are Discounts Right for Your Massage Business?
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the very first episode of the Massage and Spa Success Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re diving into a hot topic: discounts—whether t...
Podcast Trailer
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas