
Social Work Radio brings you interviews and discussions on the issues that matter to social workers in the real world. From politics and policies to dating and ethical dilemmas, there’s something for everyone.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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In this week’s episode, Vince and Cara unpack the newly published Serious Case Review into the death of Sara Sharif, and what it really means for frontline social work. They break down the missed opportunities, the multi-agency drift, the blind spots... more
n this week’s episode, Cara and Vince dive into the growing crisis of confidence surrounding Social Work England. With a major independent review now under way, they explore whether trust can truly be rebuilt after fee hikes, backlogs, and a near £1m... more
This week, Vince and Cara unpack new national figures showing rising numbers of children identified as “in need,” but fewer placed on child protection plans. Our hosts explore whether stretched services, higher thresholds, and workforce pressures are... more
In this powerful episode, our hosts Vince and Cara dive into new findings revealing that domestic abuse is identified in nearly nine out of ten family court cases - yet still too often treated as a side issue. They unpack how the system’s pro-contact... more
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I have only recently found this podcast & really enjoying it. I’m working my way through the back episodes. I love the relationship between Vince & Tilly & think the topics are relevant & interesting - they make me think!
Only criticism is it’s very ‘England’ & ‘Children & Family’ focussed. I practice in Scotland & specialise in Mental Health (called a Mental Health Officer here). Would be good to have a Scottish perspective occasionally though please keep up the good work.
I discovered this podcast last year when I was trying to find a podcast with fun and down to earth hosts. I listen to your podcast in between driving to visits. I love the banter and laughs, but I particularly enjoy when Vince and Kara have differing perspectives, it spices it up 🌶️
Thank you all very much. I am sad i ambjust finding this as i am coming to the end of my student career and i had my last placement with older adults team. See i have always been a campainer for children but this has made me want to join adult team. I have to say i am in my thirties no childre yet, never married but yea i love the work you are all doing in this podcast.
I found this podcast when it was back under its former name in lockdown when I was completing my MA in social work, and have been following it avidly for years, I found that the hosts are the perfect balance between hilarious and having a way with words but also able to tackle extremely difficult and thought provoking social work themes which really get you thinking and their passion for social work really shines though and it’s genuinely heart warming to hear that even through the struggles the... more
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Focused on the realities of social work, this series features in-depth discussions around crucial issues such as ethics, policies, and the daily struggles faced by practitioners in the field. Episodes often blend humor with serious topics, creating a relatable atmosphere that allows listeners to reflect on their own experiences while feeling part of a community. Unique to this series is its conversational style, which invites listeners to engage deeply with the complexities of both personal and professional challenges in social work, making it particularly appealing to those in or aspiring to join the profession.
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Recent guests on Social Work Radio include:
1. Claire Nelson
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