State of our Nation

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Welcome to the State of our Nation, a podcast by Access Social Care.  Want to learn more about social care? Listen as we invite experts, leaders and change-makers to discuss highs and lows in the adult social care system, and shine a light on a sector that impacts us all.  New episodes monthly - hosted by our CEO and Founder, Kari Gersthiemer.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Mar 31

    Episode 9: Adelina Comas-Herrera

    In the final episode of the State of Our Nation: Global Perspectives podcast, Adelina Comas-Herrera, Director of the Global Observatory on Long-Term Care, discusses the challenges and opportunities in social care systems globally. The conversation highlights the funding gaps and inefficiencies in England's social care system, comparing it with international models. Adelina emphasises the need for universal coverage based on need rather than means, and the importance of international collaboration to improve care systems. The discussion also touches on workforce issues, the impact of COVID-19, and the potential for reform through better governance and funding models.

    46 min
  2. Episode 9: In Conversation

    Mar 31

    Episode 9: In Conversation

    In our final episode of this series, we delve into a compelling discussion on social care with Adelina Comas Herrera. During our conversation, we explored the notion that social care should be viewed as an investment in our economy, rather than a mere expense. This post will unpack key insights from the interview and reflect on the broader themes we've encountered throughout this series.

    40 min
  3. Episode 8: In Conversation

    Mar 26

    Episode 8: In Conversation

    In the eighth episode of State of our Nation: In Conversation, Kari is joined by Andy McCabe to unpack and reflect on State of Our Nation: Global Perspectives with Sam Bennett.

    20 min

  4. Mar 26

    Episode 8: Sam Bennett

    In this episode of the State of Our Nation podcast, we delve into the intricacies of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Australia. Many people are unaware of the distinct systems in place for older individuals versus working-age people with disabilities. To shed light on this, we invited Dr. Sam Bennett, the inaugural Disability Programme Director at the Grattan Institute, to discuss how the NDIS operates, its benefits, and the challenges it faces.

    49 min
  5. Episode 7: Casey Special

    Mar 17

    Episode 7: Casey Special

    This episode Kari and Andy McCabe discuss the recent findings of the Casey Commission on social care, exploring societal changes, government responsibilities, and the future of social care reform in England. Featuring insights from Baroness Casey's speech at the Nuffield Conference, the discussion emphasises the importance of informed public engagement, transparency, and systemic change.

    27 min

  6. Mar 10

    Episode 6: Brendan Martin

    In Episode 6 of State of Our Nation: Global Perspectives Brendan Martin shares his personal journey into social care, insights from the Dutch neighborhood care model, and lessons for scaling innovative practices in the UK. Discover how systemic change, leadership, and relationship-based care can transform social services.

    38 min
  7. Episode 6: In Conversation

    Mar 10

    Episode 6: In Conversation

    In the sixth episode of State of our Nation: In Conversation, Kari is joined by Andy McCabe to unpack and reflect on State of Our Nation: Global Perspectives with Brendan Martin.

    26 min
  8. Episode 5: In Conversation

    Mar 3

    Episode 5: In Conversation

    In the third episode of State of our Nation: In Conversation, Kari is joined by Andy McCabe to unpack and reflect on State of Our Nation: Global Perspectives with Marcus Riley.

    29 min
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Welcome to the State of our Nation, a podcast by Access Social Care.  Want to learn more about social care? Listen as we invite experts, leaders and change-makers to discuss highs and lows in the adult social care system, and shine a light on a sector that impacts us all.  New episodes monthly - hosted by our CEO and Founder, Kari Gersthiemer.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Access Social Care
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Access Social Care
  • Show Website
    State of our Nation