🎙️ The Evolved Living Podcast with Dr. Josie Jarvis, PP-OTD, MA-OTR/L, BA, BS Hosted by occupational therapist, occupational scientist, and open citizen science advocate Dr. Josie Jarvis, The Evolved Living Podcast explores how we can bridge art, science, and wisdom to co-create more liberatory, ecological, and collaborative systems of care. Each episode invites critical yet compassionate dialogue across disciplines—connecting practitioners, educators, researchers, and community members who ...
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🌿 Beyond the Hierarchy: Rethinking Evidence in Occupational Therapy
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When I first learned about evidence-based practice, I remember staring at that glossy triangle — the research hierarchy pyramid — with meta-analyses gleaming at the top like sacred scripture. It was comforting at first. Finally, a clear map of what counts as truth.But once I entered practice, that tidy hierarchy started to crumble under the weight …
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🌿 “Reclaiming the Roots of Care: Witches, Midwives, and Nurses—Reviving the Feminine Lineage of Healing through Occupation.”
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This month, I’m inviting occupational therapists, assistants, students, and allies to join a special conversation and art-making circle: 🌿 “Reclaiming the Roots of Care: Witches, Midwives, and Nurses—Reviving the Feminine Lineage of Healing through Occupation.” Together we’ll trace the story of how our field—and the U.S. medical system itself—was b…
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Building Our Own Tables: A Response to “The Seat at the Table Fallacy”
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Last week I reacted live to a powerful post shared by Bill Wong in our community. The article in question — “Occupational Therapy and the ‘Seat at the Table’ Fallacy” by ABC Therapeutics — suggests that the push for higher credentials in OT (e.g., mandatory OTD) has been mis-directed: “A degree doesn’t grant influence. Credentials open doors, but t…
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🌿 The Power of Cross-Cultural & Intergenerational Engagement with Occupational Science
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Listen to the full episode → 🎧 Multigenerational Panel on Delayed Exposure to Occupational Science and Its Impact on OT Practice 🌎 Reclaiming Our Collective Voice When I think about the roots of occupational therapy and occupational science, I often imagine our profession as having lived under a kind of conservatorship — not unlike the cultural sto…
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🌿 Occupational Therapy Isn’t Just Biomechanical: Reclaiming the Psychosocial Heart of OT
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I hopped on live this week after a rich conversation in the Practical OT Facebook group (hi Chris! 🙌).Chris shared The Intentional Relationship Model — Renee Taylor’s seminal text on therapeutic use of self and the relational core of practice (and yes, the IRM lineage connects to Gary Kielhofner and MOHO). That post opened a door I care deeply abou…
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Folk Art Illuminating Alignment Toward Hope, Healing, and Unity in Dark Times Through Unity Henge with Mixed Heritage Neurodiverse Artist and Healer Lennée Reid
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Send us a text In this powerful episode of the Evolved Living Podcast, host Dr. Josephine Jarvis welcomes Lennée Reid a multi-talented Creole, queer, neurodiverse artist and healer, Lennée Reid. As the nation navigates the tumultuous aftermath of election week, they engage in a heartfelt conversation about art, activism, and the urgent need for uni…
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From Miles Davis to Kendrick Lamar & Taylor Swift: The Transformative Evolution of Multigenerational Occupational Science (with Drs. John White, Jian Jones, Josie Jarvis and Avery Gaeta)
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Send us a text This multi-generational podcast discussion is brought to you by the occupational power of music linking the intersectional life paths of Miles Davis, Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, John White, Josie Jarvis, Jian Jones, and Avery Geata with an invitation to explore music as a powerful medium for developing and expanding our collective …
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OT and PT Working Together To Systemically Transform Maternal Health From a Culture of Trauma to Supported Liberation: An Interdisciplinary Call to Action For All at the Individual, Micro, Meso, and Macro ...
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Send us a text The podcast interview discusses maternal health disparities, the importance of collaboration between occupational therapists and physical therapists, and the role of technology and personal experiences in empowering women and improving healthcare outcomes, with a focus on trauma-informed, individualized care and systemic change. Rele…
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Ink and Inclusion: Breaking Barriers in the Occupation of Tattoo Artistry and Beyond
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Send us a text This Podcast discusses a conversation with Angel, a Tacoma Area tattoo artist, about her journey into the tattoo industry, the skills required, the therapeutic aspect of her work, the need for more diversity and representation in the field, and her community work with the Hundredth Monkey art organization, with future steps including…
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Weaving the Threads of Our Occupational Histories: An Intergenerational Conversation with the Jarvis Family
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Send us a text Learn essentials to develop your own intergenerational Occupational Profile Informed by Occupational Science Here: https://eln.upcoach.com/organizations/i/x9V5a6WydwaVTsGBXqwfUon13Fewi4nHAj6QYPMyQl2fwmKkPL Dr. Josie Jarvis sits down with her parents, Julie and Wade Jarvis, to learn about their occupational histories and how their exp…
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Elevating Occupational Therapy Leadership and Education Through the Transformative Lifestyle of Hip Hop Culture, Informal Publishing, and Collective Activism for Systemic Change Together
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Send us a text This thought-provoking podcast brought together Dr. Jian Jones, Dr. Josie Jarvis and special guest Dr. Arameh Anvarizadeh to discuss the power of hip hop culture in advancing occupational therapy. They explored how hip hop represents activism, creativity and driving positive change through storytelling and community. Dr. Arameh share…
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Exploring and Reviving Indigenous Science and Decolonization in Everyday Suburban Living in the United States and Other Colonized Lands Contextually: Featuring Hawaiian Artist and Activist Malialani Dullanty ...
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Send us a text Just in time to decolonize Thanksgiving, even in "progressive" Pacific Northwest Seattle Suburbs where exclusive and protective...does not always mean...safe...for everyone... Check our Hawaiian Artist and Indigenous Human Rights Activist Malialani Dullanty! Please consider following her work on instragram: https://www.instagram.com/…
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Navigating the Paradox of Supported Independence in Communication with Nuanced Neurodivergence Featuring Speech Language Pathology Clinical Fellow and Young Hemiplegic Stroke Survivor Ashley Lynn Waldron ...
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Send us a text This is a very meaningful podcast discussion for me as I not only get to catch up with a dear college friend I also get to deeply explore the occupational impact of how one's life path can evolve after acquiring a profound neuro divergence early in life. Ashley and I's paths in our early twenties crossed quite a bit however I never w…
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Intersectional Accessibility: Navigating Imperfect Systems and Creatively Developing New Inclusive Ones Together Part 2
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Send us a text Announcements The first 3 modules of my Online Doctoral Capstone Course Foundations of Occupational Science is available now for free for a limited time: https://engage.evolvedlivingnetwork.com/ If you are in the Tacoma Area or are a fan of the Social Justice Sewing Academy and would like to be involved in supporting the adaptation o…
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Intersectional Accessibility: Navigating Imperfect Systems and Creatively Developing New Inclusive Ones Together Part 1
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Send us a text Announcements The first 3 modules of my Online Doctoral Capstone Course Foundations of Occupational Science is available now for free for a limited time: https://engage.evolvedlivingnetwork.com/ If you are in the Tacoma Area or are a fan of the Social Justice Sewing Academy and would like to be involved in supporting the adaptation o…
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Overcoming Gender-Based Occupational Deprivation Through Fiber Arts, Community, and Creative Expression with Special Guest: Mx. Domestic!
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Send us a text ***Trigger Warning: Discussion of Suicidal Ideation, Gender-Based Violence and Harassment, and explicit language*** Continuing our exploration of the evolution of the Contemporary Arts and Crafts Movement we are joined today by Matthew Boudreaux the creator of Mx. Domestic where we explore navigating experiences of Gender-Based Occup…
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Trailblazing OTs: Neurodivergence, Mentorship, and Building Inclusive Communities Part Two of Discussion with Dr. Bill Wong, OTD, OTR/L
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Send us a text Trailblazing OTs: Neurodivergence, Mentorship, and Building Inclusive Communities Description: In this thought-provoking and insightful podcast episode, Dr. Bill Wong, a trailblazing occupational therapist (OT), and the host Josie Jarvis engage in a candid conversation about the intersection of neurodivergence and OT. They dive into …
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Supporting Neurodiverse OT Leadership Pathways in New Spaces with Dr. Bill Wong, OTD, OTR/L: Part 1
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Send us a text Shifting Perspectives and Supporting Neurodivergent OTs Description: In this episode of the Engaging Occupational Science Podcast, the conversation delves into the importance of shifting perspectives within the occupational therapy (OT) community. The discussion focuses on partnering with the disability community, building relationsh…
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Mindfully Navigating Cultivation of a Non-Traditional Inclusive Learning Community w/ Taylor Wilmont, AMFT
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Send us a text Taylor Wilmot, AMFT brings in to this dialog a lens developed as an active student in non-traditional learning environments cultivated since 2007. She offers a lens as emerging practice mental health counselor with an educational background that focused on developing skills to support multicultural approaches to counseling. It's norm…
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Engaging with an OS Lens to Support Intersectional Allyship with Gender Expansive and Queer Communities (Calls to Action for AOTA 2024 Florida Conference)
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Send us a text This episode of the Engaging Occupational Science Podcast explores the AOTA 2025 Vision and the complexities that emerge in attempting to realize this vision in the United States context during a time of escalating national tensions and the spread of trans-exclusionary laws that are seeking to target and oppress members of the gender…
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Broadening the Roots of the Arts and Craft Movement in the US with Lauren Black, Executive Director of the Social Justice Sewing Academy
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Send us a text Free Occupational Science 101 Guidebook https://beacon.by/evolved-living/occupational-science-101-guide-podcast OS Empowered OT Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1569824073462362/ One of the core themes of this module is contextualizing the inseparable connection we have as OTs to the history of the United States and the…
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Multigenerational Panel on Delayed Exposure to OS and its Impact on Their OT Practice
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Send us a text Free Occupational Science 101 Guidebook https://beacon.by/evolved-living/occupational-science-101-guide-podcast OS Empowered OT Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1569824073462362/ This panel interview (a sample from the Foundations of Occupational Science for US-Based OTP's Capstone Course) explores the perspectives of 4…
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Empowering Practical Knowledge Translation with Katie Caspero, MS, OTR/L of OT Graphically
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Send us a text Free Occupational Science 101 Guidebook https://beacon.by/evolved-living/occupational-science-101-guide-podcast OS Empowered OT Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1569824073462362/ Katie Caspero, MS, OTR/L is the founder of OT Graphically where she uses infographics to help researchers share their work, supports occupatio…
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Empowering Academic and Clinician Partnerships with Tim Dionne, PhD, OTR/L
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Send us a text Free Occupational Science 101 Guidebook https://beacon.by/evolved-living/occupational-science-101-guide-podcast OS Empowered OT Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1569824073462362/ In this episode, Dr. Tim Dionne explores the importance of building active partnerships between clinicians and academics and exploring where t…
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Transcending Addictive Systems Through Relationship Building with Kary Gillenwaters, OTR/L
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Send us a text Free Occupational Science 101 Guidebook https://beacon.by/evolved-living/occupational-science-101-guide-podcast OS Empowered OT Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1569824073462362/ Kary Gillenwaters, OTR/L: Blog: https://solidagovc.com/blog Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=life%20well%20occupied Books Refe…
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OS Informed 2023 New Years Reflections for International Occupational Therapy with Dr. Michael Sy
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Send us a text Free Occupational Science 101 Guidebook https://beacon.by/evolved-living/occupational-science-101-guide-podcast OS Empowered OT Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1569824073462362/ Want to learn more about Occupational Science? Get your free 101 guide here I was so inspired to reach out to Dr. Michael Sy as my first offic…
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Positioning Our Work Today as OTPs in the Legacy of Occupational Therapy and Occupational Science History with Dr. John White, Ph.D., OTRL, FAOTA
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Send us a text Free Occupational Science 101 Guidebook https://beacon.by/evolved-living/occupational-science-101-guide-podcast OS Empowered OT Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1569824073462362/ The Engaging Occupational Science Podcast is set to launch in 2023. This episode is being launched as a promotion of the type of content that …
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