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The New Grad Physio Podcast

by Andy Barker

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Why Do Some Physios Think They're Better Than Everyone Else?

October 22, 2026 · 26 min

I asked a question earlier this week on my socials... Are physio's really better clinicians than sports therapists and sports rehabilitators? And it blew up! I expected as much. The response I had (or didn't get) from physio's probably…
How to Manage Injuries You're Not Confident With

October 15, 2026 · 33 min

Ever had a patient walk into your clinic with an injury you've never seen before… And suddenly felt like an imposter? In this episode, I explore why unfamiliar injuries can knock your confidence as a new grad physio... And more…
Do Patient's Actually Want Less Pain?

October 8, 2026 · 18 min

Early in my career I never got this. But one of the biggest improvements in my own practice came when I understood I could have such a bigger impact with my patients... By simply asking better questions. In this episode, you'll discover…
Why Your Degree Won't Get You Your Dream Job

October 1, 2026 · 26 min

It's one of the uncomfortable truths nobody tell you... But just because you have the degree... Does not mean you'll get the job you want. In this episode, I break down some of the biggest mistakes students and new-grad physios make…
Why Is Getting A Job In Sport So Hard?

September 24, 2026 · 28 min

Why does getting your first opportunity in sport feel so difficult? In this podcast episode I break down some of the things nobody really teaches you at university about building a career in sport. It'll help you understand why good…

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'How the hell did they get that job?'

September 17, 2026 · 24 min

Ever looked at someone working in professional sport (or even private practice or the NHS) and thought… “How the hell did they get that job?” You’re not alone. For many physios, sports therapists and sports rehabilitators, the dream of…
The Clinical Skill Nobody Teaches You

September 10, 2026 · 23 min

All the best clinical skills… Might help you make the right diagnosis. But you can perform all the right tests… But still fail your patient. Why? Because knowing what's wrong with someone isn't the same as knowing what to do about…
Why Learning More Is Holding You Back

September 3, 2026 · 15 min

When you first start out all you want to do is help your patients. You just want to do a good job.... And feel valued and of use, right? So you try to become better. At everything. Shoulders. Knees. Spines. Sports injuries. Manual…
The Boring Stuff That Makes Great Physios

August 27, 2026 · 20 min

As a new grad it can feel like you need to know everything. Every special test. Every diagnosis. Every treatment technique. Every new piece of research. Every exercise. In short, everything about everything, right? And if you…
When Your Diagnosis Doesn't Fit

August 20, 2026 · 22 min

Have you ever completely got the diagnosis wrong? I have, more than once (many times to be frank). In this week's podcast episode, I share a story about one of these times. At the time I wanted to ground to swallow me up... But upon…
Getting Paid What You Deserve As A New Grad

August 13, 2026 · 20 min

If you don't understand your value, someone else will decide it for you. Accepting a job is not just agreeing your salary. You need to understand what the job entails... The specific roles and responsibilities... The level of support…
Chase Your Dream Job Now (Don't Wait)

August 6, 2026 · 22 min

Turning down a job, one that I considered to be my dream physio job was not easy... But the right decision (I think!). And it makes no sense! Why would you spend years working towards a career goal, only to walk away when the…

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About the show

The New Grad Physio Podcast is the podcast of choice for any physio’s, sports therapists or sports rehabilitators wanting to learn how to become more confident with their patient assessments, treatments and rehab prescription. The podcast is hosted by Andy Barker, MSK & consultant sports physiotherapist. Andy currently consults with a number of elite athletes and sporting organisations, owns his own group of private practice clinics and mentors therapists from all over the world through his learning platform, The New Grad Physio.