The BJN Podcast

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Welcome to the British Journal of Nursing Podcast, a nursing-focused podcast that takes a deep dive into the world of clinical practice, patient care, technology, policy, innovation and everything in between. Each episode explores a unique aspect of clinical practice and the patient experience, featuring a host of guest speakers and interviewees from across the private and public health sectors. New episodes released weekly. This podcast is intended for use by healthcare professionals.

  1. Navigating nursing's employability crisis

    FEB 2

    Navigating nursing's employability crisis

    Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Aby Mitchell (Senior Lecturer in Nursing Education and Faculty Lead for Simulation, Kings College London) and Aghogho Wanogho (Recent Nursing Graduate of Kings College London and Clinical Simulation Teacher, Kings College London University) to unpack the political, social, and workforce factors driving the employability crisis and to discuss what needs to change to ensure that nursing remains not just a profession of purpose, but one with a viable future. We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's epsiode, drop us an email at: bjn@markallengroup.com  Like what you've heard here today? Check out the BJN website for more information on all things nursing: https://www.britishjournalofnursing.com/  The BJN podcast was edited by Tom Austin-Morgan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasaustinmorgan/

    26 min
  2. Cost of living crisis: what resources are available for nurses?

    JAN 19

    Cost of living crisis: what resources are available for nurses?

    Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Deepa Korea MBE (Director, RCN Foundation) and Sarah McGloin (Head of Grants and Impact, RCN Foundation) to talk about how the crisis is impacting the profession, what legislative and policy changes should be prioritised to help the nursing workforce, and how such collective pressures are placing a strain on patient care. If you'd like to reach out to find out more about what help is available from the RCN Foundation: https://rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk/Grants-and-funding/Hardship-grants  We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's epsiode, drop us an email at: bjn@markallengroup.com  Like what you've heard here today? Check out the BJN website for more information on all things nursing: https://www.britishjournalofnursing.com/  The BJN podcast was edited by Tom Austin-Morgan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasaustinmorgan/

    38 min
  3. Is the UK's nursing research model broken?

    12/15/2025

    Is the UK's nursing research model broken?

    Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Doctor Oladayo Bifarin (Senior Lecturer in Mental Health Nursing at Liverpool John Moore University; the Research Effectiveness Lead at Mersy Care NHS Foundation Trust; and one of the NIHR Senior Research Leaders) and Doctor Deborah Morgan (Senior Lecturer in Mental Health Nursing at Liverpool John Moore University). The discussion explores whether the UK's nursing research model is broken, what lessons might be learned from international models like Johns Hopkins in the US, and how the profession could evolve to better integrate evidence into practice. We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's epsiode, drop us an email at: bjn@markallengroup.com  Like what you've heard here today? Check out the BJN website for more information on all things nursing: https://www.britishjournalofnursing.com/  The BJN podcast was edited by Tom Austin-Morgan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasaustinmorgan/

    50 min
  4. Gendered and sexual violence: how can nurses help patients and peers?

    12/08/2025

    Gendered and sexual violence: how can nurses help patients and peers?

    Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Doctor Claire Dosdale (Assistant Professor in Adult Nursing at Northumbria University) to explore why awareness of gendered violence is so vital for nursing practice, how it shows up differently across genders and communities, and the steps nurses can take to support disclosures, safeguard patients, and challenge violence wherever it occurs—including within their own professional environments. We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's epsiode, drop us an email at: bjn@markallengroup.com  Like what you've heard here today? Check out the BJN website for more information on all things nursing: https://www.britishjournalofnursing.com/  The BJN podcast was edited by Tom Austin-Morgan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasaustinmorgan/  Links and organisations discussed in this episode: National Organisations Supporting Survivors of Gendered Violence in the UK General Domestic Abuse Support: National Domestic Abuse Helpline (run by Refuge) Phone: 0808 2000 247 (24/7 freephone) Website: https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk Main Refuge website: https://refuge.org.uk Women's Aid Website: https://womensaid.org.uk Email: helpline@womensaid.org.uk Welsh Women's Aid Phone: 0808 80 10 800 (Live Fear Free Helpline, 24/7) Website: https://welshwomensaid.org.uk Sexual Violence Support: Rape Crisis England & Wales 24/7 Support Line: 0808 500 2222 Website: https://rapecrisis.org.uk (search for regional centre) Support Line website: https://247sexualabusesupport.org.uk The Survivors Trust Website: https://www.thesurviverstrust.org Support for Men: Respect Men's Advice Line Phone: 0808 801 0327 Email: info@mensadviceline.org.uk Website: https://mensadviceline.org.uk and https://www.respect.org.uk Mankind Initiative Phone: 01823 334244 Website: https://mankind.org.uk LGBTQ+ Specific: Galop Phone: 0800 999 5428 Email: help@galop.org.uk Website: https://www.galop.org.uk Specific Forms of Violence: Karma Nirvana (Honour-based abuse and forced marriage) Phone: 0800 5999 247 Website: https://karmanirvana.org.uk FORWARD (Female genital mutilation support) Website: https://www.forwarduk.org.uk Children and Young People: NSPCC Childline: 0800 1111 Website: https://www.nspcc.org.uk The Hideout (Women's Aid service for children) Website: https://thehideout.org.uk General Victim Support: Victim Support Phone: 0808 1689 111 Website: https://www.victimsupport.org.uk Provides support for all victims of crime including sexual violence Workplace links: Sexual safety in healthcare: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/sexual-safety-in-healthcare-organisational-charter/ Surviving in Scrubs: https://www.survivinginscrubs.co.uk/ Text: 1st Edition Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence and Abuse: Approaches to Care for Health Professionals Click hereto buy CPD course (online) Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence/Abuse Access here

    57 min
  5. Intolerant populations: how can nurses resist discrimination and prejudice?

    12/01/2025

    Intolerant populations: how can nurses resist discrimination and prejudice?

    Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Felicia Kwaku (Associate Director of Nursing at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, an International Council of Nurses Global Nursing Leadership Institute Scholar, Chair of the Mary Seacole Trust, and the Immediate Past Chair of the Chief Nursing Office and Chief Midwifery Officer – Black and Minority Ethnic Strategic Advisory Group at NHS England) to discuss what intolerance looks like in healthcare, how international nurses can navigate and resist poor behaviour, and what changes are needed—both within the NHS and at a policy level—to ensure these staff are supported, protected, and empowered to thrive in their careers. We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's epsiode, drop us an email at: bjn@markallengroup.com  Like what you've heard here today? Check out the BJN website for more information on all things nursing: https://www.britishjournalofnursing.com/  The BJN podcast was edited by Tom Austin-Morgan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasaustinmorgan/

    50 min
  6. Nurses as agents of change: politics, economics and conflict

    11/24/2025

    Nurses as agents of change: politics, economics and conflict

    Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Felicia Kwaku (Associate Director of Nursing at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, an International Council of Nurses Global Nursing Leadership Institute Scholar, Chair of the Mary Seacole Trust, and the Immediate Past Chair of the Chief Nursing Office and Chief Midwifery Officer – Black and Minority Ethnic Strategic Advisory Group at NHS England) to discuss how nurses can step into leadership roles, why it's vital they have a voice in economic and policy forums, and the role they can play in addressing some of the world's most pressing challenges. We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's epsiode, drop us an email at: bjn@markallengroup.com  Like what you've heard here today? Check out the BJN website for more information on all things nursing: https://www.britishjournalofnursing.com/  The BJN podcast was edited by Tom Austin-Morgan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasaustinmorgan/

    43 min
  7. Combating kidney disease and diabetes through exercise

    11/17/2025

    Combating kidney disease and diabetes through exercise

    Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with returning guest Nicki Thomas (Kidney Nurse and Professor at London South Bank University) and Doctor Patricia Smith (Senior Lecturer at University of East London and Physiotherapist in Allied and Public Health) to discuss the science behind exercise and kidney health, the barriers that prevent people from being active, and the practical steps nurses can take to empower individuals and communities to reduce their risk of kidney disease and diabetes through movement and lifestyle change. We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's epsiode, drop us an email at: bjn@markallengroup.com  Like what you've heard here today? Check out the BJN website for more information on all things nursing: https://www.britishjournalofnursing.com/  The BJN podcast was edited by Tom Austin-Morgan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasaustinmorgan/

    32 min
  8. Prison nursing: trials, tribulations and the role of the nurse

    11/10/2025

    Prison nursing: trials, tribulations and the role of the nurse

    Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Lindsay Hinson (Practice Development Nurse and Clinical Practitioner) to discuss the nature of prison nursing as a profession, the current issues the prison system is experiencing, and how nurses navigate the complex nature of prison-centred patient care.  The conversation explores Lindsay's experience as a prison nurse, why she believes in prison nursing as a profession, and what needs to change in the government's current strategies relating to prison health and wellbeing. We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's epsiode, drop us an email at: bjn@markallengroup.com  Like what you've heard here today? Check out the BJN website for more information on all things nursing: https://www.britishjournalofnursing.com/  The BJN podcast was edited by Tom Austin-Morgan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasaustinmorgan/

    41 min
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Welcome to the British Journal of Nursing Podcast, a nursing-focused podcast that takes a deep dive into the world of clinical practice, patient care, technology, policy, innovation and everything in between. Each episode explores a unique aspect of clinical practice and the patient experience, featuring a host of guest speakers and interviewees from across the private and public health sectors. New episodes released weekly. This podcast is intended for use by healthcare professionals.

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  • Creator
    British Journal of Nursing
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
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    © 2025 MA Healthcare Ltd, a Mark Allen Group company
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