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A Decade Under the Influence: Jimmy McKay Gets Interviewed
Feb. 17, 2026

A Decade Under the Influence: Jimmy McKay Gets Interviewed

A Decade Under the Influence Faith Stokes takes over the mic at CSM and interviews Jimmy McKay about 10 years of PT Pintcast. This episode covers: Why reimbursement is the profession’s defining issue How students may drive th...

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Stop Being the Nice PT
Feb. 17, 2026

Stop Being the Nice PT

Stop Being the “Nice PT” Live from CSM in Anaheim, Eric Bellm joins PT Pintcast to challenge one of the most uncomfortable truths in physical therapy: Are we too focused on being liked? This episode tackles: The difference be...

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Circus Is a Sport. Treat It Like One.
Feb. 17, 2026

Circus Is a Sport. Treat It Like One.

Circus Is Sport — So Why Aren’t We Treating It That Way? Performing artists train like elite athletes — but they’re rarely treated like them in healthcare. In this episode, Emily Scherb (The Circus Doc) shares: How she transi...

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OK Boomer, Meet Gen Z: The Future of PT Culture
Feb. 17, 2026

OK Boomer, Meet Gen Z: The Future of PT Culture

At CSM 2026, Jimmy sits down with Devon Morris to discuss generational differences in physical therapy — and why clinic culture may matter more than compensation for retaining Gen Z clinicians. Key themes include: The impact ...

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It’s Okay to Be a Generalist
Feb. 17, 2026

It’s Okay to Be a Generalist

From CSM 2026 in Anaheim, Jimmy sits down with Ben Lindaman to discuss one of the biggest identity tensions in physical therapy: Generalist vs. Specialist. Healthcare rewards depth. Marketing rewards niche positioning. But pa...

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“We Read the Receipts.” The Truth About PT Student Debt
Feb. 17, 2026

“We Read the Receipts.” The Truth About PT Student Debt

Recorded LIVE from CSM 2026 in Anaheim, Jimmy sits down with Ami Faria from the APTA Board of Directors to discuss: The honest conversation happening around PT student debt Why the Department of Education’s proposed rule coul...

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If the Brain Can Change, Pain Can Change | Dr. Rachel Zoffness
Feb. 16, 2026

If the Brain Can Change, Pain Can Change | Dr. Rachel Zoffness

Guest : Dr. Rachel Zoffness – Pain Psychologist | UCSF + Stanford Faculty | Author of Tell Me Where It Hurts Topic : Revolutionizing Pain Education and Treatment What You’ll Learn in This Episode : Why the brain—not the body—...

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The PT Future Is Full Stack: What That Means for You
Feb. 11, 2026

The PT Future Is Full Stack: What That Means for You

Physical therapy isn’t just about movement anymore — it’s about models, messaging, and mindset. In this episode, Jimmy interviews Ryan Sharkey and Jonathan Ide-Don , co-founders of Full Stack Healthcare, a platform and newsle...

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“It’s Not About the CEUs” — The Truth About CSM and APTA
Feb. 10, 2026

“It’s Not About the CEUs” — The Truth About CSM and APTA

Many PTs expect APTA membership to deliver immediate, visible ROI — discounts, perks, and fast results. In this conversation, Rebekah Griffith explains why that mindset misses the real value of professional advocacy. This epi...

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How to Mentor New Physical Therapists
Feb. 10, 2026

How to Mentor New Physical Therapists

How do you build confident pediatric PTs and decode complex diagnoses like dyspraxia or EDS? Cheri Woodson has spent 45+ years treating children, educating families, and mentoring therapists. In this episode, she shares how p...

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The $100,000 Booth Problem: Why Conference Marketing Is Failing PT
Feb. 9, 2026

The $100,000 Booth Problem: Why Conference Marketing Is Failing PT

Most PT marketing fails because it chases moments instead of relationships . In this episode, Jimmy McKay breaks down: Why conference booths don’t create trust How familiarity actually drives hiring and patient decisions Why ...

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You're Already a Leader: How PTs Can Step Up Without a Title
Feb. 9, 2026

You're Already a Leader: How PTs Can Step Up Without a Title

What if leadership in physical therapy wasn’t about titles — but about how you show up? In this episode, three powerhouse PTs share how they stepped up in their careers — not by chasing roles, but by owning their value, raisi...

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The Invisible Wound: Moral Injury in Physical Therapy
Feb. 9, 2026

The Invisible Wound: Moral Injury in Physical Therapy

COVID changed everything — and for many PTs, it left emotional wounds that haven't healed. Kristin Walls and Lisa Kohler join us to unpack “moral injury” — how it’s different from burnout, how it showed up in outpatient and a...

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How Peer Review Actually Works (And Why You Should Care)
Feb. 8, 2026

How Peer Review Actually Works (And Why You Should Care)

????️ GUESTS:Dawn Magnusson & Rachel Prusynski – PTJ Editorial Team???? EPISODE SUMMARY:Is peer review really that scary? This special CSM 2026 preview pulls back the curtain on academic publishing with two editors from PTJ. Whether you're a clinician, student, or early-career researcher, you'll l…

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How Physical Therapists Can Support Patients on Immunotherapy
Feb. 7, 2026

How Physical Therapists Can Support Patients on Immunotherapy

What happens when the immune system turns into a weapon against cancer — and PTs aren’t sure what to expect? Join Jimmy McKay as he interviews three leaders in oncology rehab at CSM 2026. Scott Capozza, Amanda Giarratano, and...

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What’s the ‘Dill’ with Pickleball? PTs Talk Injury Trends & Opportunity
Feb. 6, 2026

What’s the ‘Dill’ with Pickleball? PTs Talk Injury Trends & Opportuni…

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America — especially with older adults. But with its explosive popularity comes a wave of injuries. PTs Diane Fleming and Kristin Walls join the show to share insights from their CSM...

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Routine vs Commitment: Rob Panariello on Building a Career That Lasts
Feb. 5, 2026

Routine vs Commitment: Rob Panariello on Building a Career That Lasts

Rob Panariello has done it all — from strength coach at St. John's to Director of Health & Performance for the Carolina Panthers, to co-founding one of the largest PT practices in the country. In this episode, he shares:* The real difference between routine and commitment* What new grads consistent…

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Stop Telling. Start Showing. The YouTube Strategy Healthcare Is Afraid to Try
Feb. 5, 2026

Stop Telling. Start Showing. The YouTube Strategy Healthcare Is Afrai…

Healthcare has this adorable belief… “If we just explain our value clearly enough, people will understand.” No. The internet doesn’t reward explanations. It rewards proof. In this episode, we break down the legendary Will It ...

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The Most Powerful PT TED-Style Talks You’ll Hear This Year (CSM 2026 Preview)
Feb. 5, 2026

The Most Powerful PT TED-Style Talks You’ll Hear This Year (CSM 2026 …

Hear from the storytellers behind LAMP’s TED-style leadership session at CSM 2026. These PTs aren’t just talking about leadership—they’re living it through deeply personal stories of rediscovery, burnout recovery, and profess...

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Your PT Eval Is Already a Viral Video
Feb. 4, 2026

Your PT Eval Is Already a Viral Video

In this PT Breakfast Club livestream, Jimmy McKay sits down with Dave Kittle and Tony Maritato to unpack what’s actually working for clinic owners and PT creators right now: why posting volume wins, how to build repeatable co...

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From Imposter Syndrome to Impact: PTs Leading Beyond the Clinic
Feb. 4, 2026

From Imposter Syndrome to Impact: PTs Leading Beyond the Clinic

What happens when physical therapists decide the clinic isn’t the finish line — it’s the starting point? In this roundtable discussion, Lindsay, Kelly, and Todd dive into how PTs can lead from any position — whether you’re a ...

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Is PT Education Broken? A Candid Talk with Benz, Flynn & Childs
Feb. 3, 2026

Is PT Education Broken? A Candid Talk with Benz, Flynn & Childs

Larry Benz, John Childs, and Tim Flynn join Jimmy to tackle some of the most urgent—and uncomfortable—questions in physical therapy. Are we educating students into a broken system? LINK TO THEIR LATEST ARTICLE LINK TO LARRY'S...

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Gamify PT: Can Clinics Compete Like CrossFit?
Feb. 3, 2026

Gamify PT: Can Clinics Compete Like CrossFit?

Physical therapists are short on time, long on complaints, and totally missing the point: we're in an attention economy. In this episode, Jimmy and the crew dive into: How RTM is "free money" and still ignored What ESPN's rid...

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Most PTs Are Failing Runners — Here’s How to Fix It
Feb. 3, 2026

Most PTs Are Failing Runners — Here’s How to Fix It

This episode will challenge how you think about rehab, performance, and your role as a PT. Vikash Sharma — founder of Perfect Stride Physical Therapy and Running for Life — lays out a powerful argument: PTs are perfectly posi...

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