Under the Influence with Martin Harvey

Most patients think health is about pain. If it hurts, something’s wrong. If it doesn’t, they’re fine. But that’s a problem. Because pain is a lagging indicator. And if you let patients rely on it, they’ll only ever come when they feel bad—and leave the second they feel better. Dr. Martin Harvey has a better way. In this episode, he breaks down how simple, strategic tes

Starting from scratch, building to 117 in 3 months. Justin and Hala didn’t just pull it off—they did it with little kids in tow. And they did it by playing the long game. No gimmicks. No shortcuts. Just relentless focus on relationships over transactions. In this episode: How they turned meticulous prep into rapid momentum. Why building trust today creates “yes” tomorrow

In this episode, Martin sits down with Dr. Alain Desaulniers, chiropractor, storyteller, and creator of Transform Speaking Academy. Alain shares his unique journey, including a remarkable story about his own birth and how his father’s chiropractic intervention shaped his life. Together, they explore the art of authentic communication—why it matters, how it builds trust, and how

The holiday season is hectic — and for many chiropractic patients, health goals can get pushed aside for "more urgent" tasks. In this episode, we unpack the cognitive biases that drive this behavior and explore practical strategies to keep patients engaged in their care. You'll learn a powerful communication framework that leverages permission and autonomy-affirming language to e

What happens when a passion for helping people collides with a commitment to advancing a profession? In this episode, Dr Alice Cade, a chiropractor bridging worlds, from private practice to research and becoming a chiropractic educator. She shares how she’s working to reshape chiropractic education and deepen scientific literacy within the field. Alice unpacks the critical role o

What if your next year wasn’t just a little better but radically different? What if you didn’t need a vacation from your life? In this episode, Martin Harvey shares a powerful framework to help chiropractors—and anyone—build a life where professional and personal goals align seamlessly. It starts with looking back: reflecting on what worked, what didn’t, and why. Then, it

What if the leap from student to professional didn’t feel like freefall? In this episode, Dr. Nathan Bridger shares his insights on bridging the gap between university education and the realities of chiropractic practice. From mastering communication to understanding business and practice management, he highlights the skills often left untaught in traditional programs. Drawing on

In this episode, Martin sits down with Dr. Krystalyn Lowery, a chiropractor who doesn’t just treat symptoms—she redefines the entire approach. From her early days in genetics to her work today in both chiropractic and functional medicine, Krystalyn is on a mission to change how we think about patient care. It’s not about managing symptoms; it’s about guiding patients to und

Martin sits down with Dr. Kimberlie Furness, a leader who sees chiropractic as more than just a profession—it’s a way to create change. From building a thriving practice on the Mornington Peninsula to co-founding the United Chiropractors Association in the UK, Kim’s journey has been about impact, not just success. She was the driving force behind Chiropractic Essentials, a se

In this episode, Martin dives into a listener’s question about the art of putting “Function before Feeling” into practice. It’s a powerful shift—teaching patients that sustainable health comes from how well their body works, not just how it feels. But here’s the catch: we’re wired for quick fixes, and the standard expectation in healthcare is to start with symptoms. M