The Physio Coach Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

"What if everything you thought you knew about pain was only part of the story?"

In this episode of The Better Health Podcast, host Charlie Goodchild welcomes pain specialist and physiotherapist, Richmond Stace. With 30 years of experience, Richmond challenges traditional narratives around pain, injury, and healing. They explore how pain is not just a signal from the body, but a deeply personal experience shaped by beliefs, environment, and lived reality.

From redefining what responsibility and self-compassion mean in the context of pain, to breaking down the power of predictive processing, this episode is a must-listen for physiotherapists, clinicians, and anyone who's ever struggled with persistent pain.

Back after a short hiatus, we're joined by hypermobility specialist and osteopath Alexandra Orfanides where we unpack the complexities and misconceptions around hypermobility—from diagnosis to lived experience, and from navigating healthcare systems to effective management.

If you would like to find out more about Alexandra, you can find her here:

www.hypermobilityhq.com

Instagram: @hypermobilityhq

TikTok: @hypermobilityhq

Aidan O' Flaherty aka The Irish Physio takes us on a journey from addiction to a love for running. Specialising in running injuries and performance, Aidan has been helping people progress through your running journeys, getting them out of pain and reducing risks of further injury. 

If you would like to get in contact or find out more about Aidan you can follow him on Instagram @theirishphysio or on his website https://theirishphysio.online/

Former rugby player turned trailblazing human performance and leadership coach, Richie Norton exhibits a ruthless commitment towards excellence. With clients ranging from sport's teams to business leaders,  Richie makes use of breathwork techniques, physical training and mindset tools to help empower peopme to unlock their true potential. 

You can find Richie Norton at his website https://richie-norton.com/ or on Instragram @richienorton_

Rob Madden is a physio and performance coach with a diverse knowledge of all things health. He has worked with many different high level athletes, CEOs and big players in the music and entertainment industry and has been apart of Anthony Joshua's performance team for over a decade. 

In this episode, we look at everything from sleep, alcohol and light and how this affects our recovery all the way to ice baths and protein intake. 

If you would like to find out more about Rob, you can follow him on Instagram @Rob_optim7se or visit his website (optim7se.com)

A mentor, growth coach and founder of Heroic Man, Pete Taylor helps men become the most heroic version of themselves. 

If you would like to find out more about Pete Taylor or Heroic Man, you can find them on Instagram @pete_taylor and @heroicmanofficial as well on on their website https://www.petetaylor.co.uk/ and https://heroicman.com/

Hot off the press, @osteoanisha releases her new book in October, @betterneverends podcast got the exclusive release months ago. We spoke at length about the book only to realise that it was top secret content. Embargo’d until now!

Anisha Joshi is an award-winning osteopath with an impressive track record. Working with professional athletes and A-list celebrities, she is sought after for her commentary around back pain and has made appearances on ITV's This Morning. 

If you are interested in finding out more, you can visit Anisha's website (https://osteoanisha.com/) or follow her on Instagram @osteoanisha. 

Ben Steele-Turner (@physiutrition) is a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and Nutritionist currently studying the impact of nutrition and weight management with osteoarthritis. Over the years, Ben has helped countless clients achieve their health and fitness goals. 

If you would like to find out more about Ben Steele-Turner , you can visit his website at www.physiutrition.com or follow him on Instagram (@physiutrition)

Having worked for 12 years as a critical care consultant, exercise testing, and managing fatigue and breathlessness, Dr Steve James has seen enough patients with preventable diseases to know that the current state healthcare is not willing to invest the time and testing proactively to help people live healthy lives. With a focus on both physical and mental health, Dr Steve James is looking to change the way we approach longevity. 

If you would like to find out more about Dr Steve James, you can visit his website at drstevejames.com or follow him on Instagram (@drstevejames)

London-based counseling psychologist, Dr Pauline Chiarizia, is committed to having her clients become less affected by their anxiety, move through trauma and improve their quality of life. 

An in-depth episode centered around trauma, looking at the pitfalls of self labeling, its effect on our physical well being and how to compassionately face trauma in our lives. 

If you have any queries or are interested services that Dr Pauline Chiarizia provides you can email her at dr.paulinechiarizia@gmail.com or visit her website at www.drpaulinechiarizia.com