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Let's Talk Social Work

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Social Work's Role In Society

Welcome to Let’s Talk Social Work, the podcast from the British Association of Social Workers. This is a space for conversation—discussion with social workers, the individuals they support, and colleagues working in related professions. We consider the key matters affecting social workers as we explore contemporary issues with a focus at both the local and global levels.

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Social workers sometimes need help too. Whether it’s to resolve a workplace conflict, navigate a fitness to practice referral, manage complex or difficult cases, or to seek advice on an employment matter, knowing where to turn when facing professiona... more

Too often, young people have been the silent victims of the justice system.

As our prison population gets bigger, so do the numbers of young people living with a parent incarcerated. They form one of the most overlooked groups in our society, with l... more

Supervision and home visits are central to social work with children and families, yet the interaction between them is rarely considered.

Given the importance that social workers place on them both, it seems strange that we tend only to evaluate th... more

One hundred not out for Let’s Talk Social Work!

To mark our centenary, we’re delighted to welcome Baroness Ruth Lister CBE onto the podcast for a unique ‘in conversation’ episode on a host of topic areas, from social justice to human rights, asylum ... more

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Lisa Fitzpatrick
Member of BASW SWU Advice & Representation Team
BASW SWU A&R
Episode: Who you gonna call? - The BASW/SWU Advice & Representation Team
Lynne Gargiulo
Member of BASW SWU Advice & Representation Team
BASW SWU A&R
Episode: Who you gonna call? - The BASW/SWU Advice & Representation Team
Catherine Flynn
Associate Professor of Social Work, Head of Social Work at Monash University
Monash University, Shine for Kids (collaborating organization)
Episode: I’m not Invisible: Supporting children living with a parent in prison
Maia Ihemeje
Founder of Yung Prodigy
Yung Prodigy
Episode: I’m not Invisible: Supporting children living with a parent in prison
Lorna Brookes
Founder of Time Matters UK; Associate Professor
Time Matters UK, Liverpool John Moores University
Episode: I’m not Invisible: Supporting children living with a parent in prison
Lucy Treby
Doctoral researcher on supervision and practice in Wales
[University/Researcher]
Episode: Exploring the relationship between supervision and practice with children and families
Matthew Gibson
Associate professor and researcher in the School of Social Policy
University of Birmingham
Episode: Exploring the relationship between supervision and practice with children and families
Laura Harper
Early career children and families social worker
[Organization unspecified]
Episode: Exploring the relationship between supervision and practice with children and families
Baroness Ruth Lister
Baroness, Labour peer and social policy expert on poverty
House of Lords
Episode: Centenary Episode: In Conversation with Baroness Lister CBE

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Jonny Adamson
Host of the show and sustainability advocate for social work practice and policy.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • Hugely interesting podcasting

    I’m not a social worker myself, but I absolutely love this podcast. Often I’ve no idea about the topic, but the guests are brilliantly chosen and the host so well researched that I learn so much. It’s such a warm and generous listen, hugely recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    helstinki
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • More intersectional topics please

    This is helping me learn a lot about social work - starting a BA next year hopefully! Love the topics of intersectional social work ... Would love to hear more of this!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sandyblack2029
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Helpful resource for social workers

    This is a great podcast for social workers and covers a wide range of useful topics that are relevant and when it’s not something I’ve been engaged with, it offers me learning. I’m really glad to have found it and recommend it highly

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vic202
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Valuable resource

    Fantastic resource to learn more about different areas of social work practice and the impact of changes in politics and wider society

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BravoSocialworkers
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Hattie H

    A really excellent series. A must for all social workers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hattie Howells
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Very practical and educational for social workers and students alike.
Guests are well chosen and host is well prepared, making complex topics clear.
High-quality production with relevant, timely topics.
A thoughtful, accessible deep dive into social work and policy.

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Who you gonna call? - The BASW/SWU Advice & Representation Team
Q: How do BASW and SWU complement each other in representing social workers?
BASW provides the professional body framework and standards, while SWU offers formal representation under employment law; together they guide, defend, and empower members through processes, ensuring rights are upheld and cases prepared.
Who you gonna call? - The BASW/SWU Advice & Representation Team
Q: What does the BASW SWU Advice & Representation team actually do on a day-to-day basis?
They handle duty calls, advise on policy and process, assist with grievances and disciplinaries, assess mitigating circumstances, help prepare for meetings, and ensure fair treatment within formal processes, while also offering technical and emotional support.
I’m not Invisible: Supporting children living with a parent in prison
Q: For social workers listening today, what is the one piece of advice that you have for them that they could keep in their back pocket for the next time in the course of their practice, they meet a young person living with a parent or indeed any family member in prison?
Be sensitive, kind, and respectful; don't assume all children will become delinquents, avoid asking what the parent did, and meet the child where they are with careful, consent-based engagement.
The Impact of Domestic Abuse on Babies and Infants
Q: What are the barriers for victims to seek help?
Victims often face fear, shame, and uncertainty about whom to approach, as well as concerns about their children's safety if they disclose abuse.
The Impact of Domestic Abuse on Babies and Infants
Q: What steps can social workers take to become more informed and confident about identifying and responding to domestic abuse?
Social workers should seek learning opportunities, access webinars, and talk to colleagues, while also working to improve their training on domestic abuse.

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A professionally focused, policy-minded show that centers social work practice, education, and frontline challenges. Across episodes, the conversations span parental imprisonment and child welfare, supervision and practitioner emotions, poverty and social justice, domestic abuse, and the evolving role of social workers in policy. Guests include researchers, practitioners, and policymakers, with a strong emphasis on practical implications, rights-based practice, and cross-sector collaboration. The show is likely to appeal to social workers, students, policymakers, and nonprofit professionals seeking rigorous analysis coupled with real-world lessons, and often features evidence-informed discussions and calls for systemic improvement.

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1. Lisa Fitzpatrick
2. Lynne Gargiulo
3. Catherine Flynn
4. Maia Ihemeje
5. Lorna Brookes
6. Lucy Treby
7. Matthew Gibson
8. Laura Harper

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