Paramedic Insight Podcast:

College of Paramedics
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The College of Paramedics presents a series of podcasts bringing news, interviews, discussion and up to date analysis from around the world of paramedic practice. Hosted by Gary Strong and Lewis Andrews. Follow this series on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram via #paracpd and at https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk Introductory music by Rob Giles and The Stretch Report

  1. 08/22/2025

    'It's not like this in the real world'. Dave Halliwell FCPara

    Driven by a passion for authentic education in paramedic practice, Dave Halliwell shares his unique journey as an educator, his insights and vision. From early beginnings as a military medic attempting to convert his skills and knowledge to civilian prehospital care, through to his transformational approach to manikins and simulation, and more, Dave tells a story of curiosity, experimentation and a constant desire for education to impact the 'real world' of paramedic care. Recorded by the sea in June 2025 in conversation with Gary Strong and Lewis Andrews, shortly before Dave's retirement. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/david-halliwell-62b6242b_fellowship-and-goodbye-thanks-to-the-college-activity-7362055046328401920-hU_Y?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAehM6kBJ-xizV2osrcLbeYkZYqYJlMJczg

    55 min

  2. 08/29/2023

    Paramedics - don’t miss out on a tax refund for work

    Did you know that paramedics can claim tax rebates for such items as uniform cleaning, professional registration and professional body membership? That includes making a claim for your membership of the College of Paramedics. Clare Merrills, Head of PR, Press & Digital Communications at HMRC explains to Gary Strong how to set up an account and make a claim. Clare and Gary discuss what sort of claims can be made, the pros and cons of using an agent and the importance of claiming everything to which you are entitled. Some information from HMRC: Submitting a claim through HMRC’s online portal is straightforward and takes about 15 minutes. Customers can use the handy online tool to check eligibility and a full list of work expenses they can claim including:    ·     uniforms and work clothing   ·     buying work-related equipment  ·     professional fees, union memberships, and subscriptions  ·     using their own vehicle for work travel (excluding journey from home to work)     Customers who already have a Government Gateway account can follow the step-by-step guidance to submit their claim. Those who need to set an account up can do so quickly and easily via GOV.UK.

    21 min

  3. 07/05/2023

    International Paramedics Day 2023 - Spotlight on Nigeria

    Gary Strong and Poppy Simmonds chat to Henry Agbor, a truly international paramedic, about his passion for the role of the paramedic in his home country and continent. The theme for International Paramedics Day this year is What Paramedics Do. On July 8, the College of Paramedics, the professional body for paramedics in the UK will come together with more than 50 global paramedic associations, higher education institutions and affiliated organisations to raise awareness and create a better understanding of the breadth and depth of work carried out by paramedics around the world. As skilled clinicians, paramedics and first responders make an extraordinary contribution to health and social care systems across the globe, helping patients when they need it most and providing safe and effective treatment. Being a paramedic is about 'being there when people need help the most'. Henry Agbor, MCPara.

    47 min

  4. 12/02/2022

    Rory O'Connor with Adrian Chiles on Radio Five Live

    Rory O'Connor with Adrian Chiles on Radio Five Live

    13 min

  5. 07/14/2022

    Graham Clark talks on LBC Radio

    Graham Clark MCPara, East of England Council Representative at the College of Paramedics talked on LBC Radio about extreme pressures on the ambulance service, including heatwave and staff absences due to COVID.

    5 min

  6. 07/06/2022

    Jo Mildenhall talks mental health on Radio Solent

    Jo Mildenhall MCPara, Paramedic Mental Health Project Lead at the College of Paramedics talks about paramedic mental health on radio Solent.

    7 min

  7. 02/15/2021

    Saving Lives is Not Enough

    Gary Strong talks to Krissie Stiles and David Wales about the ground breaking report Saving Lives is Not Enough: a casualty-centred proposal identifying how Fire and Rescue Services can improve pre-hospital care and quality of life outcomes for burn survivors.   The report considers how actions on scene can help to determine long term quality of life outcomes, recognising that the casualty is the one who experiences the whole event from occurrence to recovery.  This discussion will be of particular interest to the paramedic community as well as to firefighters, emergency department clinicians and burns specialists.  The full report is available at https://tinyurl.com/SLINE2019  Follow this series on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram via#paracpd Krissie is a Burns and Plastics Clinical Nurse Specialist. David is International Research Lead for the National Fire Chiefs Council and founder of the consultancy company SharedAim. Gary is the National CPD Lead for the College of Paramedics Podcast produced by the College of Paramedics https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk Music by Rob Giles and The Stretch Report.

    38 min

  8. 11/15/2020

    Black History: Further Perspectives

    Gary Strong talks to Bo Escritt and Tracy Nicholls about what we can learn from the recent celebrations of Black History in order to address the challenges of diversity and representation in the paramedic profession.   2020 has brought a renewed understanding of the continued prevalence of racism and Covid 19 has shed a harsh light on contemporary health inequalities based on race.  How as a profession should we respond? This podcast also gives the paramedic profession an opportunity to thank Malone Mukwende and the team at St George's University of London for freely sharing the Clinical Skills Handbook Mind the Gap, available at https://www.sgul.ac.uk/news/mind-the-gap-a-handbook-of-clinical-signs-on-black-and-brown-skin  Follow this series on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram via#paracpd Bo is a Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion Professional, currently working as Diversity Advisor to the College of Paramedics.  Tracy is the Chief executive of the College of Paramedics. Gary is the National CPD Lead for the College of Paramedics Podcast produced by the College of Paramedics https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk Music by Rob Giles and The Stretch Report.

    40 min
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The College of Paramedics presents a series of podcasts bringing news, interviews, discussion and up to date analysis from around the world of paramedic practice. Hosted by Gary Strong and Lewis Andrews. Follow this series on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram via #paracpd and at https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk Introductory music by Rob Giles and The Stretch Report

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  • Creator
    College of Paramedics
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © College of Paramedics
  • Show Website
    Paramedic Insight Podcast:

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