The LivIPL Podcast

University of Liverpool

Interprofessional learning (IPL) is fundamental in clinical practice as a healthcare professional. Learning more about each other allows us to improve the collaboration, understanding and quality of care we give to our patients. However, IPL isn't always taught at pre-registration level...so we created a podcast, the first of its kind! With the help of students studying to be future healthcare professionals and some special guests asking questions and providing the answers we all want to know, we hope to provide a tool to support and educate on all things IPL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Interprofessional Collaboration with For Baby’s Sake Trust- Chief Operating Officer Judith Rees and Dr Leanne Jackson

    09/29/2025

    Interprofessional Collaboration with For Baby’s Sake Trust- Chief Operating Officer Judith Rees and Dr Leanne Jackson

    Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic abuse, trauma, and perinatal mental health, which some listeners may find distressing. Please take care while listening and seek support if needed. This episode was inspired by the work of Dr. Leanne Jackson, Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Liverpool, whose research in perinatal mental health continues to highlight the importance of early intervention and holistic care for families during this crucial life stage. We’re joined by Judith Rees, Chief Operating Officer and Designated Safeguarding Lead at For Baby’s Sake Trust, a pioneering charity working to break the cycle of domestic abuse through a trauma-informed, whole-family approach. Judith brings a wealth of experience as a former NHS Midwife, Health Visitor, Practice Teacher, Safeguarding Children’s Nurse, and Team Leader for Health Visitors and School Nurses. In this conversation, she shares her deep passion for working with families and the impact of truly integrated support. Together, we explore how interprofessional collaboration across health, social care, and safeguarding is not only possible but essential to truly empower families and protect the most vulnerable. Judith offers valuable insights into how relationship-based, trauma-informed practice is reshaping services and delivering lasting change. Visit https://forbabyssake.org.uk for more information and support following this episode. "The biggest misconception that I encounter is that new mothers believe that they are abnormal for finding motherhood challenging. Many new mothers I speak to feel unable to share their struggles and mental health difficulties for fear of being judged as not coping." Dr Leanne Jackson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  2. Exploring health, history and Liverpool's legacy with Professor Sally Sheard

    01/16/2025

    Exploring health, history and Liverpool's legacy with Professor Sally Sheard

    In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Professor Sally Sheard, Executive Dean of the Institute of Population Health at The University of Liverpool and Andrew Geddes and John Rankin Professor of Modern History. With her deep expertise in medical history, Professor Sheard draws fascinating connections between the past and present, offering insights into how historical figures and events continue to influence modern healthcare challenges. We delve into the story of Liverpool's "Fab 4" — not the Beatles! But four groundbreaking figures in the city's medical history: Kitty Wilkinson, Dr. Duncan, James Newlands, and Thomas Fresh. Through Professor Sheard’s expert lens, we explore their often-overlooked contributions to public health and medicine, from pioneering sanitation systems to innovations in hospital care. These four individuals played a pivotal role in shaping both Liverpool's health landscape and the broader trajectory of public health practices in the UK. Beyond discussing these iconic historical figures, we also dive into Professor Sheard’s significant work in the fields of public health policy, academia, and media. She shares her experiences from her BBC Four twenty-part series National Health Stories, as well as her authorship of The Passionate Economist: How Brian Abel-Smith Shaped Global Health and Social Welfare. Her extensive contributions to research and public health discourse make her a true authority in the field. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the history of medicine, the evolution of public health, and the individuals who have helped shape Liverpool’s rich heritage. Listen to Professor Sheard's BBC 4 series National Health Stories here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    55 min

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Interprofessional learning (IPL) is fundamental in clinical practice as a healthcare professional. Learning more about each other allows us to improve the collaboration, understanding and quality of care we give to our patients. However, IPL isn't always taught at pre-registration level...so we created a podcast, the first of its kind! With the help of students studying to be future healthcare professionals and some special guests asking questions and providing the answers we all want to know, we hope to provide a tool to support and educate on all things IPL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.