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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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    • 3.9 • 69 Ratings

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.

    Child stars and social workers

    Child stars and social workers

    From Corey Feldman, and Judy Garland, to Lindsay Lohan, Macaulay Culkin, and Britney Spears, there is a long history of child stars succumbing to the pressure of the public eye. But what about child stars of the modern age - i.e. social media stars? Is there a duty on social workers to intervene with children who are in the public eye? Who determines what risk these children are at? And at what age are children truly able to consent to being shared with the world?
    Join our hosts Vince and Cara for this week's episode of Social Work Radio, inspired by THIS article, published this week at www.mysocialworknews.com
    Created by social workers, for social workers.
    Join the conversation every Friday morning.

    • 52 min
    Cats, dogs, and social workers

    Cats, dogs, and social workers

    How do social workers feel about working with pets in people’s homes? Have there been a lot of ‘hairy’ experiences in the line of duty, and is it fair for social workers to ask clients to take their pets out of the room? This week, following on from THIS Social Work Supervision column published this week at www.mysocialworknews.com, our hosts Vince and Cara discuss pets, home visits, and the effect this can have on your connection with a client.
    Created by social workers, for social workers. Join the conversation every Friday morning.

    • 48 min
    Is it okay to cry about work?

    Is it okay to cry about work?

    This week, responding to this news story, published this week, our hosts Vince and Cara explore whether it's okay to cry at work, how often they've each done it, and break down the stigma of showing emotion in a social work office.
    Created by social workers, for social workers. Join in the discussion, every Friday morning.

    • 57 min
    Spring cleaning for social workers

    Spring cleaning for social workers

    As we usher April in the door, it's time to discuss... spring cleaning for social workers! Are you a fan of the annual reset/out with the old, in with the new? Our hosts Vince and Cara share their top 10 tips for the ol' social work spring clean!
     
    Created by social workers, for social workers. Join in the discussion, every Friday morning.

    • 52 min
    Terrible self-care ideas for social workers

    Terrible self-care ideas for social workers

    Let’s be honest, what toxic self-care have we previously indulged in? What genuinely helpful self-care support could our employers give us? And what self-care tips would you give your younger social work self? This week on Social Work Radio, our hosts Vince and Cara are exploring the topic of self-care - in all its glory! Join the discussion.
    Created by social workers, for social workers.

    • 55 min
    A social worker's guide to making friends

    A social worker's guide to making friends

    Does hardship, trauma, and shared pain bond us as friends? Have you made friends in social work, and what are the differences between your social work friends and your 'normal' friends? This week, host Vince is joined by a new face, social worker Cara Davis, to chat through friends and social work!
    Created by social workers, for social workers. Join the conversation every Friday morning.

    • 1 hr 1 min

Customer Reviews

3.9 out of 5
69 Ratings

69 Ratings

buzimama01 ,

Great resource!

I am so glad I found your podcast. It is wonderful to hear your perspectives about social work. I have been a case manager/social worker for people with developmental delays in the USA for the past 30 years. It is good to know social workers around the world can connect and relate to each other. Keep up the great work!

Wwf37 ,

Longtime Fan!

Been a fan of Vince since the SWT Facebook page and podcast, and loved when Tilly joined the podcast. These two walk the line of humor and seriousness about the profession incredibly well. I enjoy listening to them weekly and missed hearing their voices in the interim between the SWT podcast and this one. Very glad to have them back!

CA-MSW ,

Totally Relatable

Having worked in child protection in California for over 25 years, I appreciate this podcast because the hosts totally understand the job. There are different terminologies and procedures between UK and US but the issues, concerns and rewards are the same. I enjoy figuring out the differences. We all struggle with balancing the demands of the job and the desires of a personal life and I have found the podcast reminds me I’m not alone and challenges me in practice and raising my professionalism.

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