Best Lacy Wright Podcasts (2025)

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The Man Who Killed Halloween: The Case Of Ronald Clark O’Bryan 52:39

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We’ve got a little surprise for you this spooky season… Tom, Ben & Dan are back with a Halloween special that will send shivers down your spine. It’s Halloween night, 1974, in Pasadena, Texas. Eight-year-old Timothy O’Bryan is out trick-or-treating with his little sister, Elizabeth, and a friend from down the street... all under the watchful eye of…

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Red Haunted: Spooky Stories with Red Handed & ICMAP 1:12:26

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This week on I Could Murder A Podcast, Tom and Ben join forces with the brilliant Suruthi and Hannah from RedHanded for a very special crossover episode! It’s a true crime team-up for the ages… a stack of spine-chilling stories perfect for spooky season. Expect eerie tales, dark laughs, and plenty of chaos as the ICMAP boys and RedHanded girls dive…

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Ep. 37 Is Interoception Worth the Hype? A Deep Dive into the Evidence 35:04

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Interoception is everywhere in pediatric occupational therapy—but does the evidence support what OTPs are doing? We dig into a 2025 scoping review revealing the surprising truth: most research is preliminary and thin. We break down 3 intervention curricula (Kelly Mahler is leading the charge), explain why your brain's insula is the "Inside Out" das…

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The WEIRDEST Torture Methods in History │ With Happy Hour Podcast 20:52

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Tom and Ben team up with JaackMaate and Stevie on the Happy Hour podcast to discuss the WEIRDEST torture methods in history (Part 2!)... For HUNDREDS more cases (and to request your own!), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on A…

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Ep. 36 Home Programs That Actually Work 38:07

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An occupational therapist came into Michele's office complaining that parents weren't following through with home programs—sound familiar? The problem isn't the parents; it's how we're setting them up from day one. This episode flips that script with evidence from a 2024 scoping review on what actually drives caregiver home program adherence. You'l…

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The Clydach Murders | The Case Of David “Dai” Morris 1:34:25

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Four lives lost, one small Welsh village changed forever. In 1999, the quiet community of Clydach was rocked by a brutal and deeply personal crime... a case that would divide opinion for decades. Police quickly focused their investigation on local man David “Dai” Morris, who would go on to be tried, convicted, and imprisoned for the murders. But fr…

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Ep. 35 CO-OP for Improving Motor Skills 36:46

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What if you could peek inside a child's brain and actually SEE therapy working? That's exactly what researchers did with CO-OP (Cognitive Orientation to Occupational Performance)—and the results are amazing! Join Lacy and Michele as they break down the 12-week protocol and the 7 surprisingly simple cognitive strategies (you're probably already usin…

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The San Ysidro McDonald’s Massacre: The Case Of James Oliver Huberty 1:32:40

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On a summer afternoon in 1984, the quiet community of San Ysidro, California, was shattered by one of the deadliest attacks in U.S. history. James Oliver Huberty entered a local McDonald’s and carried out a horrifying assault that would claim 21 lives and injure many more. This tragedy left an indelible scar on America, sparking national conversati…

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Ep. 34 Sensory Integration in Schools 35:49

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Can sensory integration really work in schools, or are we just wasting instructional time? This week we're reviewing a study that finally gives us answers. Three students, 17.5 hours of intervention, and results that impressed both teachers and researchers. Michele and Lacy break down this single-subject design study using Ayres SI and weekly teach…

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The Boneyard Monsters: Leonard Lake and Charles Ng 1:35:42

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In the mid-1980s, Northern California became the hunting ground of two men whose crimes would horrify the nation. Leonard Lake and Charles Ng formed a deadly partnership that led to one of the most disturbing series of murders in U.S. history. The pair lured victims to a remote property in Calaveras County, where their carefully hidden compound rev…

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Ep. 33 Play as Occupation with guest Dr. Anita Bundy 48:25

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What if the biggest barrier to children's play isn't the kids—it's us? We are thrilled to chat with our special guest, Dr. Anita Bundy—the world-renowned OT behind some of the most transformative play research out there. She explains why kids actually need to take risks in play, how she facilitates risk-reframing conversations, and why American kid…

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The Ruby Ridge Standoff: 11 Days Of Pain 1:31:40

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In August 1992, a remote cabin in the mountains of Idaho became the site of one of the most controversial standoffs in American history. What began as a warrant enforcement operation quickly escalated into a violent confrontation between federal agents and Randy Weaver’s family, resulting in multiple deaths and sparking national outrage. The Ruby R…

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Ep. 32 Sydney Playground Project 34:30

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What do old tires, crates, pool noodles, and hay bales have in common? They're the secret ingredients that revolutionized recess for hundreds of kids in Dr. Anita Bundy's groundbreaking Sydney Playground Project. In this episode, we get into the occupational therapy research that proved when you add "junk" to a playground and let kids take risks, m…

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72 Days Of Survival: The Andes Plane Crash 1:24:47

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In October 1972, a plane carrying a Uruguayan rugby team, along with their friends and family, crashed into the remote Andes mountains. What followed became one of the most remarkable and haunting survival stories in modern history. For 72 days, the survivors faced freezing conditions, avalanches, hunger, and despair. Cut off from the world and wit…

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Ep. 31 Zones of Regulation: the Good, the Bad, and the OT Way 40:53

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What happens when one of occupational therapy's most beloved programs gets put under the research microscope? Turns out Zones of Regulation—despite being wildly popular—has a shaky evidence base. BUT don’t panic and throw out all your materials, we've got some promising news. A new study shows what happens when you take Zones and actually do it the…

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Samuel Little: America’s Most Deadly 1:26:26

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For decades, women across the United States were disappearing, their cases often overlooked, misclassified, or forgotten. Behind it all was one man: Samuel Little. Little’s crimes spanned more than 30 years, making him America’s most prolific confirmed serial killer. He claimed responsibility for over 90 murders, and the FBI later verified at least…

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Ep. 30 Making Hospitals Sensory-Friendly 36:06

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70% of autistic individuals have at least one mental health condition, but here's the kicker—the very hospitals meant to help them might be making everything worse. Picture this: you're already in crisis, then you're hit with buzzing fluorescent lights, scratchy bedsheets, and the smell of industrial cleaning solutions. For autistic teens, it's a r…

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3096 Days Of Hell: The Kidnapping And Confinement Of Natascha Kampusch 1:30:20

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In March 1998, 10-year-old Natascha Kampusch was abducted on her way to school in Vienna, Austria. She would not be seen in public again for more than eight years. Held captive in a hidden basement by Wolfgang Přiklopil, Natascha endured unimaginable isolation and abuse. During her 3,096 days in captivity, she was cut off from the outside world, su…

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Ep. 29 A Sleep Intervention with Dreamy Outcomes 36:42

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95% of kids with neurodevelopmental disorders struggle with sleep—but there's an OT intervention that gives families an extra hour of sleep per night! In this episode, we discuss an occupational therapy study from Argentina that used telehealth and coaching to transform bedtime battles. This isn't the typical "try melatonin" approach—it's a compreh…

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The Grenfell Disaster: London’s High Rise Scandal 1:27:07

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On the 14th of June 2017, a fire tore through Grenfell Tower in West London. Within hours, the blaze had engulfed almost the entire 24-storey building, leading to the deaths of 72 people and leaving hundreds more injured or displaced. Grenfell was not just a tragedy of unimaginable loss, it became a symbol of systemic failure. Questions arose about…

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Ep. 28 Responsive Feeding (and how OTPs are using this approach) 35:13

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Many of our families know that sinking feeling when mealtime becomes a battlefield—tears, tantrums, and the stress of watching a child refuse meal after meal. But what is the best way to help? This week, we dive into a brand-new scoping review on responsive feeding for pediatric feeding disorders—an approach that's finally putting words to what man…

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Jay Slater: Murdered? The Mysterious Disappearance 1:40:52

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In June 2024, 19-year-old apprentice bricklayer Jay Slater vanished while on holiday in Tenerife. After attending a music festival with friends, Jay made his way to a remote village in the mountains. His last known phone call suggested he was lost, without water, and trying to walk back to his accommodation. He was never seen again. The case sparke…

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Ep. 27 Group vs. Individual OT for Autistic Toddlers 34:15

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Drowning in long therapy wait lists? Researchers found that group DIR Floortime (4 kids, 2 therapists) produced the same outcomes as individual occupational therapy sessions for autistic toddlers—AND slashed wait times from 108 to 52 days! We break down what worked, the challenges (parent participation was tricky), and what the therapists thought a…

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Who Killed Jill Dando: The Unsolved Murder 1:46:43

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In April 1999, beloved TV presenter and journalist Jill Dando was shot dead on her doorstep in West London… a shocking crime that stunned the nation. As one of the most recognisable faces on British television, her murder sparked one of the largest investigations in the Metropolitan Police’s history. Despite a high-profile arrest and trial, the cas…

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Ep. 26 Have Impostor Syndrome? (Here’s what to do) 32:05

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Ever feel like you are in over your head? You're not alone—new research shows 84% of occupational therapy practitioners and students secretly battle impostor syndrome. From OT students to seasoned therapists, despite being well qualified, we're all wondering if we actually know what we're doing! In this episode, we break down the study that puts nu…

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The Idaho Murders: The 2022 University Of Idaho Killings 1:38:02

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Four young college students. A quiet university town. And a crime so brutal it shook the United States to its core. In November 2022, the idyllic community of Moscow, Idaho, was shattered when roommates and friends were found murdered in their off-campus home. What followed was a nationwide manhunt, weeks of speculation, and a suspect whose arrest …

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Ep. 25 Hand Strengthening for Handwriting 24:49

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Michele presents research that offers a completely different perspective on OT handwriting intervention. While previous episodes emphasized task-specific training (doing writing to improve writing), this study suggests that students receiving specialized resistance exercises—putty, rubber bands, clips—significantly outperformed control groups on ha…

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The Dark Side of Diddy | Sean Combs: Power, Fear & Allegations 1:28:08

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For decades, Sean “Diddy” Combs has stood as a towering figure in music, business, and celebrity culture. A billionaire mogul. A hitmaker. A tastemaker. But beneath the surface of platinum records and champagne-soaked parties, there have long been whispers. Stories. Allegations. In recent years, those whispers have become unavoidable. From disturbi…

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Summer of Play Series: Play Personalities 28:26

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Ep 24 - In our final Summer of Play episode, we're uncovering the rich history and complex science that makes play genuinely unique in pediatric OT practice. Journey from Piaget and Vygotsky's foundational theories to Mary Reilly's revolutionary work for occupational therapy. We'll break down the National Institute of Play's eight distinct categori…

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Summer of Play Series: Interventions for Play 31:36

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Ep 23 - Ready to turn your occupational therapy sessions into playgrounds of learning? In this episode of our Summer of Play Series, we explore using play as both the vehicle AND the destination in pediatric OT. We'll discuss 5 manualized occupational therapy interventions that facilitate play for kids (and OTPs!) and 6 other evidence-based strateg…

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Summer of Play Series: Assessing Play 28:51

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Ep 22 - Think you know how to assess play? We break down the surprising gap between how important play is for EVERY PART of child development and how this occupation is often overlooked in OT/OTA education programs and practice. You'll discover the 4-part definition of play, the top 3 play assessments every pediatric occupational therapy practition…

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Summer of Play Series: 10 Fun Summer Therapy Ideas 27:56

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Ep 21 - Summer just got a whole lot more fun! 🌞 Michele and Lacy kick off their Summer of Play series with 10 fun, evidence-based therapy activities. From DIY food trucks and table tennis for executive function to water balloons for social play to messy mud & shaving cream toy washes, these aren't just fun activities—they're strategic summertime in…

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Ep. 20 Green Light Interventions for CP: Do What Works (with special guest Iona Novak) 48:22

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Stop guessing and start knowing which occupational therapy interventions actually work. World-renowned OT researcher Professor Iona Novak discusses her revolutionary Traffic Light System that rates occupational therapy interventions with simple green, yellow, and red color coding. Learn why starting with client goals (not assessments) delivers fast…

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Ep. 19 Pictures vs. Videos: Choosing the Right Visual Support for ADL Goals 36:15

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You've heard that a picture is worth a thousand words, but what about a thousand prompts? When it comes to helping autistic kids master daily living skills like brushing teeth, washing hands, and tying shoes, the visual support debate is real: static pictures or dynamic videos? Occupational therapists Michele and Lacy discuss research that puts the…

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Ep. 18 Aquatic Therapy: Using the Pool for More Than Swim Lessons 38:12

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When you think of therapy in the swimming pool, swim lessons probably come to mind. However, occupational therapy practitioners use water for so many life skills! This week, Michele dives into research from Spain that reveals how aquatic therapy can be beneficial for autistic children in OT settings. The results? Better school performance, improved…

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Ep. 17 Time Management Treatment Ideas for ADHD 38:25

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Ready for an ADHD intervention that tackles the root problem of time management? This Swedish research hands occupational therapy practitioners a comprehensive protocol that includes both remediation and compensation strategies for time processing difficulties. We unpack the three core components of time processing ability and explore a manualized …

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Ep. 16 From Student Projects to Group Therapy: How to Build Better Teams 45:29

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As occupational therapy practitioners, we spend our careers working in teams—yet most of us learned to hate group work in OT/OTA school. Sound familiar? We're breaking down brand-new research from the Journal of OT Education that studied how to build better teams to avoid group disasters. Whether you're an OT/OTA student dreading your next group pr…

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Ep. 15 Accept, Adapt & Advocate: Autistic Adults Share Insights for OTPs 36:28

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Ever wonder what your pediatric OT clients will say about you when they grow up? In this episode, Lacy & Michele explore qualitative research where autistic adults share what they wish their childhood occupational therapists had known. Their insights challenge us to embrace neurodiversity by accepting (rather than “fixing”) autism, adapting environ…

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Ep. 14 Role of OT and Co-Occupation in the NICU (and why it matters!) 43:19

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Step into the NICU where beeping monitors meet tiny fighters and discover how sensory connections are changing the game for premature infants. We unpack the SENSE program that's putting occupational therapists at the forefront of preemie care, revealing why those first touches, sounds, and movements matter more than you think. Join Lacy and Michele…

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Ep. 13 The Ultimate Evidence Guide: What 52 Pediatric OT Interventions & 90 Years of Research Reveal 39:47

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Tired of Googling for interventions that actually work? We dive into the mother of all systematic reviews covering 129 studies and 52 occupational therapy interventions across nine decades of pediatric OT research. Discover which interventions landed in the green zone (do these!), which fell into the red (avoid!), and why parent collaboration and o…

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Ep. 12 Shooting for Better Sleep: How Playing Basketball Improves Sleep & Executive Function 38:24

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Could better sleep for autistic children be as simple as shooting some hoops? In this episode, occupational therapists, Michele Alaniz and Lacy Wright, dive into fascinating research showing how a structured basketball intervention significantly improves sleep quality and executive function in children with autism. Learn how this intervention incre…

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Ep. 11 Handwriting & OT: Guiding Principles for Today and the Future (with AI) 40:36

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Up to 10% of children have difficulty with handwriting, yet only 12% of teachers feel adequately trained to teach it. This week, we break down the six evidence-based principles (plus one essential bonus) that should guide all handwriting instruction and occupational therapy intervention. We examine why focusing on the occupation of writing outperfo…

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The Ant Hill Kids: Canada's Most Shocking Cult Case 1:18:04

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In the SERIES FINALE of I Could Murder A Podcast, Tom, Ben & Dan dive into the chilling story of The Ant Hill Kids — a cult so twisted it would leave even the most hardened true crime fans speechless. Led by the sadistic and self-proclaimed prophet Roch Thériault, this so-called "commune" in rural Canada spiraled into an isolated nightmare of contr…

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Ep. 10 Tubes & Tables: Supporting Mealtime with Medically Fragile Kids (special guest episode) 54:16

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What happens when a child isn't able eat? In this milestone 10th episode, Michele and Lacy explore the complex world of pediatric occupational therapy and feeding with medically fragile children and our guest, Yovana Harris, BA, COTA/L. She shares both "Nailed It" and "Failed It" experiences, explains her “just give them the food” feeding philosoph…

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The Morgue Monster: David Fuller | The Hard Drive From Hell 1:28:32

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For decades, David Fuller lived a double life - by day, a seemingly quiet hospital electrician. By night, a predator hiding in plain sight. When police finally caught him in 2020 for the brutal double murder of Wendy Knell and Caroline Pierce - cold cases dating back to 1987 - they uncovered a chilling secret that would shock the nation. Behind a l…

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Ep. 9 VR and Pediatric Brain Injury (3 Takeaways to Apply Across OT Settings) 38:53

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Ever wonder how virtual reality could change your pediatric occupational therapy practice? Michele and Lacy dive into a randomized control trial where VR helped kids with brain injuries make progress in just four weeks of OT intervention! Hear about 3 game-changing elements occupational therapists can implement: instant feedback, kids actually want…

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London’s Darkest Day: The 7/7 Attacks 1:31:22

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On the morning of July 7th, 2005, London awoke to what many assumed would be a regular Thursday. But as rush hour gripped the capital, four coordinated explosions tore through the heart of the city's public transport network. Three bombs detonated almost simultaneously on packed London Underground trains, followed shortly after by a fourth on a red…

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Ep. 8 Ayres SI in Brazil: 3 Tools to Boost Your OT Practice 36:59

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Did you know that up to 16% of children have sensory processing challenges that impact their daily lives? In this evidence-packed episode, pediatric occupational therapists Michele and Lacy break down a groundbreaking randomized control trial from Brazil on Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI) that every peds OT needs to know about. Discover three pract…

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The Jodi Arias Case: Obsession, Lies, and Murder 1:34:27

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In June 2008, the brutal murder of Travis Alexander shocked the quiet suburb of Mesa, Arizona. Stabbed nearly 30 times, his throat slit from ear to ear, and a gunshot wound to the head: this was no ordinary crime of passion. At the centre of the storm? Jodi Arias, his ex-girlfriend, a woman whose obsession blurred the lines between love and lethal …

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Ep. 7 Parent-Powered Potty Training: The 4-Step Coaching Model in Telehealth 34:50

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Forget everything you thought you knew about toilet training—this evidence-based pediatric occupational therapy approach is changing the game. In this episode, we dive into a hybrid telehealth intervention that transformed toilet training success rates through occupation-based coaching strategies that every peds OT should know. Learn the 4-step fra…