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THE SOCIAL WORK RANTS PODCAST

Basiliso Moreno, LMSW
Mental Health
Social Work
Student Loans
Financial Literacy
Entrepreneurship
Caregiving
Covid-19
Financial Education
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Financial Trauma
Medicaid
Domestic Violence
Personal Finance
Financial Social Work
New York City
Financial Wellness
Postpartum Depression
Networking
Social Justice
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Podcast host Bas Moreno, LMSW, CFSW has been in the Social work field for the past 24 years. This social work podcast provides the listeners a dose of the hosts' world in social work, sharing personal stories, hopefully providing some education, smiles and laughs. The host also interviews other social work and mental health professionals in the field. Thank you for listening and supporting. Top 10... more

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Could new federal student-loan policies deepen America’s mental health workforce crisis?

In this episode of The Social Work Rants Podcast®, Bas Moreno, LMSW, CFSW, examines how proposed federal student-loan limits and higher-education accountability... more

What’s the difference between palliative care and hospice, and how can families make informed decisions before a crisis? In this episode of The Social Work Rants Podcast, Bas Moreno talks with Noni Ife Taylor, a social worker with experience in hospi... more

How can social workers use advocacy, policy, and collective action to strengthen the profession?

In this episode of The Social Work Rants Podcast®, host Bas Moreno, LMSW, CFSW, speaks with Amanda Rodriguez, Policy Lead for the National Association o... more

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Recent Guests

Noni Ife Taylor
Wilmington native; MSW specializing in aging and health; hospice and pediatric palliative care professional
Independent medical social worker; specializes in aging and health
Episode: Palliative care vs Hospice: The Importance of Medical Social Work Episode 279
Amanda Rodriguez
Policy Lead of NASW New York Chapter; former New York State Policy Coordinator
NASW New York Chapter
Episode: Policy & Advocacy Work featuring NASW NY; Episode 278
Natalie Graves
Social worker specializing in athletes; founder of Nat Sports Directory
Nat Sports Directory
Episode: What is Sports Social Work? Episode 275
Marvin Toliver
Licensed clinical social worker; founder/executive director of Dear Black Man
Reimagine Culture LLC; Dear Black Man
Episode: Black Masculinity, HIV and Decolonizing Therapy with Marvin Toliver, LCSW; Episode 272
Kelecia D. Smith
Social worker with direct practice and macro experience; guest discussing clinician well-being
Independent practitioner / social work professional
Episode: Workplace wellness and Burnout; Episode 265
Sabella Reyes
Music industry social worker, founder/executive director of Track Society
Track Society (nonprofit)
Episode: Music Industry Social Work; Episode 264
Justin Brown Woods
Accredited financial counselor and half of the Price of Avocado Toast podcast
Price of Avocado Toast
Episode: Financial Challenges and Wellbeing During the Trump Administration; Episode 263
Dr. Maria Wright
President-elect of NASW California Chapter
NASW California Chapter
Episode: Leading Change: Dr. Maria Wright's Vision for NASW- California. Episode 259 #socialwork
Lindsay Friedman
Multi-generational caregiver and entrepreneur with experience in caregiving and a perspective on the challenges faced by caregivers.
Care Bloom
Episode: Navigating the complexities of Caregiving; Episode 252

Host

Bas Moreno
Host of The Social Work Rants Podcast

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Real and honest conversations that need to be had in the social work community.

    Podchaser
    5
    Bas Moreno, MSW
    5 years ago
  • Love the authenticity

    We need more conversations like these that are not sugar coated

    Impact over everything, thank you Basiliso

    #FatherhoodIsLit

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James ThePhatStartup.com
    United States6 years ago

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Authentic, unfiltered insights from a seasoned host.
Candid takes on policy and funding affecting practice.
Relatable storytelling that blends personal and professional life.
Practical tips for caregivers and professionals.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Music Industry Social Work; Episode 264
Q: What inspired you to become a music industry social worker?
My own lived experience as a songwriter/producer and seeing how independent artists struggle with resource navigation, business literacy, and work-life balance made me realize there was a gap I could fill by building infrastructure and communities.
Addressing Clinical Supervision; Episode 251
Q: How do you manage the pressures of writing while also balancing your personal life?
Bas shared how he juggles multiple projects, balancing time for writing with his family duties, emphasizing the importance of self-care and priorities. He acknowledges that life will happen and sometimes requires a break from work.
Addressing Clinical Supervision; Episode 251
Q: What made you want to create the Clinical Supervisor Log?
Catherine explained that she found the existing logs unsatisfactory and saw a gap in the market. She wanted a log that would be user-friendly and comprehensive, which motivated her to develop one that suited her needs and those of other social workers.
Emergency Room Social Work; Episode 245
Q: Have you seen anything in terms of immigration situations related to ICE trying to go to the hospital?
There's been an increase in referrals for patients who are uninsured or undocumented, needing outpatient follow-up due to fear of seeking help.
Emergency Room Social Work; Episode 245
Q: What advice would you give someone who's a MSW student or thinking about working in the hospital, especially the ER?
Give yourself grace and sit with being uncomfortable; take advice from supervisors and have someone to debrief with.

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A candid, practitioner-focused show led by a veteran social worker who shares personal stories and field insights, then interviews frontline professionals across social work, mental health, housing advocacy, and related fields. Episodes frequently tackle policy, burnout, funding, and practical strategies for care, equity, and community well-being, often merging personal narrative with actionable takeaways for practitioners and allied professionals. Noteworthy is a willingness to address controversial policy issues, provide concrete resources (like webinars and funding updates), and highlight underrepresented voices in social care and advocacy, making it a valuable listen for those seeking authentic, experience-based perspectives and real-wo... more

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