Occupied

Brock Cook
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A podcast about Occupational Therapy for Occupational Therapists.

Episodes

  1. 4D AGO

    185 – An Incredible Career in the Greatest Profession ft Prof Mandy Stanley

    In this special episode of Occupied, we sit down with Professor Mandy Stanley to reflect on an extraordinary career in occupational therapy as she steps into retirement. Mandy shares the story behind her journey in OT — from early clinical practice to leadership, academia, and shaping the profession at a national level. This conversation is part history lesson, part mentorship session, and part heartfelt reflection on what it really means to grow with a profession over decades. We explore how occupational therapy has evolved across her career, the moments that challenged and shaped her, and what she hopes the next generation of OTs will carry forward. Whether you’re a student just starting out, a clinician mid-career, or an educator thinking about your legacy, this episode is full of perspective, wisdom, and grounding reminders about the heart of OT. Instagram: @OccupiedPodcastFacebook: Occupied Podcast Host: Brock Cook Subscribe now and never miss an episode!

    1h 10m

  2. JAN 19

    184 – 2025 in Review & Setting Intentions for 2026

    In this reflective end-of-year episode of Occupied, hosts Brock and Jess take a moment to pause, look back, and make sense of 2025 — both personally and professionally. Together, they unpack the highs, the hard bits, and the unexpected lessons that shaped the year, before turning their attention to what lies ahead. Rather than rigid resolutions, this conversation focuses on values, direction, and intentional growth as they set goals for 2026. This episode is an honest check-in about work, identity, creativity, burnout, momentum, and what it means to keep evolving as practitioners, educators, and humans. In this episode, we discuss: Key reflections and standout moments from 2025 What challenged us, stretched us, or changed our perspectives Lessons learned from projects, conversations, and community Letting go of what no longer serves us Setting meaningful, values-aligned goals for 2026 How intention, curiosity, and sustainability guide our plans moving forward Instagram: @OccupiedPodcastFacebook: Occupied Podcast Host: Brock Cook & Dr Jessica Levick Subscribe now and never miss an episode!

    44 min

  3. 12/01/2025

    183 – Lived Experience and Practice: A Conversation with Mental Health Nurse Ayden Riethmuller

    In this episode of Occupied, Dr Jessica Levick sits down with mental health nurse Ayden Riethmuller to explore the powerful intersection between lived experience and professional practice. Ayden shares his personal journey with mental health challenges and how these experiences have shaped his approach to care, compassion, and recovery-oriented practice. Together, they discuss the value of lived experience. This candid conversation highlights the strength that comes from vulnerability and the ways personal experience can enrich professional identity in mental health care. Whether you’re a clinician, student, or someone with lived experience, this episode offers an honest, hopeful look at what it means to support recovery — for ourselves and others. Instagram: @OccupiedPodcastFacebook: Occupied Podcast Host: Dr Jessica LevickSubscribe now and never miss an episode!

  4. 07/05/2018

    005 – What can Minimalism teach Occupational Therapists

    So in this episode, I explore some random reflections I’ve had after coming across the concept of “minimalism”. It started when I found a documentary on Netflix called Minimalism: A documentary about the important things which was the beginning of me diving down the minimalism rabbit hole. “Minimalism is a lifestyle that helps people question what things add value to their lives. By clearing the clutter from life’s path, we can all make room for the most important aspects of life: health, relationships, passion, growth, and contribution.” The reason this concept grabbed me, once I started looking into it, is because I could see some really close links with Occupational Science! I decided to have a think and a chat about the links that I could see and how they might relate to Occupational Therapy and I hope this provides some food for thought for some people. https://www.theminimalists.com/ Keep occupied Brock brock.cook@me.com @brockcookOT

    25 min

  5. 06/24/2018

    004 – Newgradoccupationaltherapy.com with Dom

    This episode I delved into the world of the New Graduate Occupational Therapist!! I had the pleasure of sitting down with the one and only Dominic Lloyd-Randolfi to hear about his journey into Occupational Therapy including his involvement with www.NewgradOccupationalTherapy.com NewGradOT is an amazing blog resource for new graduates containing an amazing array of information with the aim of helping new graduates navigate the (often scary) transition into the profession. We had a chat about his transition from student to practitioner, sex as an occupation, made some comparisons between American health care and Australia’s as well as (OF COURSE) provide some tips for new grad therapists to help make the transition to practice a much smoother and more productive one. Keep occupied Brock brock.cook@me.com @brockcookOT

    1h 25m

  6. 06/12/2018

    003 – Reflecting on Reflection

    Every now and then a small thing happens during my day triggers some much more extensive thoughts/reflections (ironic right?). Discussing with my Occupational Therapy students about the importance of reflection got me thinking about my personal journey towards developing this SUPER IMPORTANT skill. I discuss a bit about my experience of finally realising how amazing this skillset can be and some tips about when and how you can start implementing it. If you enjoy it and know someone else who could do with some tips on reflection than feel free to share this podcast with them! Keep occupied Brock brock.cook@me.com @brockcookOT

    26 min
  • 6 Episodes

4.7
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About

A podcast about Occupational Therapy for Occupational Therapists.

Information

  • Creator
    Brock Cook
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Brock Cook
  • Show Website
    Occupied

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