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Social Work Radio

Social Work Radio
Social Work
Mental Health
Child Protection
Procrastination
Bronson Battersby
Perfectionism
Ethical Dilemmas
Addiction Services
Ruth Perry
Christmas
Myers-Briggs Personality Types
Mental Health Services
Domestic Violence
Social Work Workforce
Gender Dynamics
Masculinity
Harry Potter
Hunger Games
Ofsted
Family Reconnection

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.

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This week our hosts break down the numbers behind THIS story at www.mysocialworknews.com, reflecting on the CIPD findings, exploring factors such as the pandemic after-effects, cost of living crisis, NHS pressures, and changing working patterns, and ... more

This week our hosts are talking about Charlie Kirk - reflecting on his views and on the profession’s responsibility to call out harmful rhetoric without endorsing harm, and talking about the circumstances of his death and the public shock.

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This week our social work hosts, Vince and Cara, are talking about the news that Josh MacAlister has been appointed as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Department for Education, taking on the role of children’s minister following Janet D... more

This week our hosts are exploring this news story, about a social worker convicted of fraud after it was discovered she was working three jobs at the same time. Vince and Cara discuss the wider context of the story, reflecting on the cost-of-living c... more

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Recent Guests

Claire Nelson
Senior managerial social worker and foster carer
Episode: Could you be a social worker AND a foster carer?
Matt Bee
Writer for Social Work News
Social Work News
Episode: Merry Christmas social workers!

Hosts

Vince Bate
Host of Social Work Radio
Cara Davis
Co-host of Social Work Radio

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 284 ratings
  • Great podcast

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnnieMcI
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Thank you for bringing joy to my car journeys

    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 🌶️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Manfee93
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Celebrities who would need a social worker and intervention

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fabu.twin
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • My favourite podcast ever

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abigailjuliette
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Experience

    I would love to write and ask about an experience I had recently. How can I do that?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paula234567
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Many value the insights provided on ethical dilemmas and the struggles of social work, noting the importance of these conversations for their own professional development.
Listeners appreciate the humor and relatability of the hosts, finding the discussions both enlightening and entertaining.
Some have expressed a desire for more diverse perspectives and geographic representation in the content.

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Boomer parenting habits that would terrify social workers in 2025
Q: What's the difference between the parenting experienced by boomers and those experienced by millennials?
There has been a significant shift from less supervision and freedom in parenting to a more supervised, anxiety-driven parenting style today.
Disbelief at social work caseload reductions
Q: Does this decline in agency social workers signal stability, or does it hide deeper workforce issues?
Cara argues that it doesn't signal stability, indicating that local authorities are not creating a stable environment to retain social workers, and the trend may lead to future issues.
Disbelief at social work caseload reductions
Q: What do you think of these statistics in terms of these figures?
Cara Davis expresses confusion and skepticism about the reported statistics, suggesting they don't align with the overwhelming experiences of social workers feeling overwhelmed with their caseloads.
The appeal of the fictional 'bad boy'
Q: Have you ever been drawn to morally gray characters in fiction, and has that ever resonated with your experience as a social worker?
Yes, there's an attraction in the fragility of humanity and the desire to understand those with emotional unavailability.
The January Blues
Q: Do you believe in the January Blues, then? Do you think they exist?
Yes, I do believe in the January Blues, especially considering the physical and emotional toll of winter and coming back to routine after the holidays.

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What is Social Work Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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Social Work Radio launched 7 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Claire Nelson
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