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For the practitioner who’s never stopped being curious. Til Luchau and Whitney Lowe bring together leading researchers, master clinicians, and big questions from across bodywork, massage, and manual therapy — exploring not just what we do with our hands, but why it works and how to do it better. Smart, grounded, and genuinely useful conversations for the somatic arts and sciences.
For professional practitioners in bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedics, sports massage, physical therapy, and osteopathy — as well as yoga, strength and conditioning, and allied professions.
This podcast is not medical or treatment advice.
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Feb 5, 2025
Feb 5, 2025
1hr 7 min
This episode of The Thinking Practitioner Podcast pays tribute to the life and legacy of Erik Dalton, a pioneering figure in the massage and manual therapy field who recently passed away. Through conversations with some of those who knew him best, we gain insight into Dalton's unique contributions, innovative approaches, and profound impact on the profession.
Key Topics:
- Introduction and overview of Dalton's background and influence (0:00 - 5:00)
- Reflections from Tom Myers, author of Anatomy Trains (5:00 - 11:40)
Insights from James Waslaski, international lecturer and author (11:40 - 15:00) - Memories shared by Diane Matkowski, the "Massage Mentor" (15:00 - 19:30)
- Perspective from Eric Brown, consultant for Dalton's business (19:30 - 24:00)
- Stories and tributes from Jim Asher, Dalton's Rolfing teacher (24:00 - 29:00)
- Personal accounts from Tammy McCue, senior educator for Dalton's work (29:00 - 34:00)
- Reflections from Art Riggs, bodyworker and teacher (34:00 - 40:00)
- Insights from Paul Kelly, longtime collaborator with Dalton (40:00 - 50:00)
- Closing thoughts and information about the podcast's sponsors (50:00 - 57:00)
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(The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)
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