88 episodes

A podcast exploring Social Work practice through stories & critical reflection.

The Social Work Stories Podcast The Social Work Stories Team

    • Science
    • 4.6 • 114 Ratings

A podcast exploring Social Work practice through stories & critical reflection.

    How an aged-care social worker uses dignifying practice as covert resistance - Ep.87

    How an aged-care social worker uses dignifying practice as covert resistance - Ep.87

    Lis called this episode, "A classic!" and Mim said, "This is going straight onto my University Readings List." So, you know it's going to be worth the listen! We hope that you enjoy.
     
    SIDE NOTE: In this episode, Lis refers to a journal article on 'covert activism'. Here's the reference:
    Greenslade, L., McAuliffe, D. & Chenoweth, L., 2015, 'Social workers' experiences of covert workplace activism', Australian Social Work, vol. 68, no. 4, pp. 422-437, DOI: 10.1080/0312407X.2014.940360
     
    p.s. Don't forget to check out the latest episode of our sister podcast Social Work Discoveries!
    p.s.s. We'd love for you to join the conversation on this, so make sure you reach out to us on the socials (see links below), or otherwise by email at socialworkstoriespodcast@gmail.com - we'd love to hear from you!
    p.s.s.s. Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast
     
    Credits:
    Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox
    Producers - Dr. Ben Joseph and Justin Stech
    Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten
    Music - 'Mama' by Ben Grace (copyright 2018). Find on Spotify, or at www.bengracemusic.com
    Social Work Stories©️ (31st Jan, 2024)
    Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

    • 37 min
    "Don't just believe what you read on my file": Re-authoring patient stories - Ep. 86

    "Don't just believe what you read on my file": Re-authoring patient stories - Ep. 86

    Welcome back to the Social Work Stories podcast. This is the first episode released for 2024, and boy-oh-boy do we have a doozy for you!! In this episode, you'll join Lis and Mim in hearing from an anonymous social worker using a practice innovation in an Emergency Department setting. This is a riveting story and discussion, not to be missed!
     
    SIDE NOTE: In this episode, Mim refers to 'Narrative Therapy and Intensive Outreach: Working with Mothers whose Children have been removed - Ep. 72'. You can find it in our previously released episodes.
     
    p.s. Don't forget to check out the latest episode of our sister podcast Social Work Discoveries!
    p.s.s. We'd love for you to join the conversation on this, so make sure you reach out to us on the socials (see links below), or otherwise by email at socialworkstoriespodcast@gmail.com - we'd love to hear from you!
    p.s.s.s. Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast
     
    Credits:
    Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox
    Producers - Dr. Ben Joseph and Justin Stech
    Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten
    Music - 'Mama' by Ben Grace (copyright 2018). Find on Spotify, or at www.bengracemusic.com
    Social Work Stories©️ (31st Jan, 2024)
    Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

    • 57 min
    Social Work and Voluntary Assisted Dying: We Have All The Tools We Need - Ep. 85

    Social Work and Voluntary Assisted Dying: We Have All The Tools We Need - Ep. 85

    Join hosts Lis Murphy and Mim Fox as they delve into the nuanced and delicate role of social workers in supporting individuals through voluntary assisted dying. As the state of New South Wales, Australia prepares to introduce voluntary assisted dying later this month, Mim and Lis frame the conversation by highlighting how this emerging field of practice adds depth to the already established wider skillset of social work.
    The heart of the episode unfolds with a poignant story from a social worker who guided an elderly man and his family through the voluntary assisted dying process. The narrative emphasises the importance of compassion, autonomy, and family involvement in end-of-life decisions. Lis and Mim reflect on the ethical considerations and social work principles involved, stressing the need for preparatory supervision, paired with ongoing critical reflection. The episode concludes with insights into creating safe spaces for end-of-life care conversations and the value of in-person and virtual communities for support. This emotionally charged and timely episode provides a compelling exploration of the social work principles underpinning voluntary assisted dying, showcasing the skills and compassion social workers bring to these complex situations.
     
    p.s. Don't forget to check out the latest episode of our sister podcast Social Work Discoveries!
    p.s.s. We'd love for you to join the conversation on this, so make sure you reach out to us on the socials (see links below), or otherwise on email at socialworkstoriespodcast@gmail.com - we'd love to hear from you!
    p.s.s.s. Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast
     
    Credits:
    Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox
    Producers - Dr. Ben Joseph and Justin Stech
    Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten
    Music - 'Mama' by Ben Grace (copyright 2018). Find on Spotify, or at www.bengracemusic.com
    Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 21 Nov, 2023)
    Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

    • 47 min
    Abortion in Australia: The impact on women and social work practice - Ep. 84

    Abortion in Australia: The impact on women and social work practice - Ep. 84

    This episode details the experience of a woman and her social worker seeking an abortion, but who face extreme barriers on multiple fronts to access the care and decision-making power she needs. This is certainly an episode NOT TO MISS!
    Join Mim and Lis as they navigate this heartwrenching and personal story from our anonymous social worker, as she details the work she does with her client/patient to support, care, and put her first.
    Please be mindful of yourselves in the listening of this episode. Please reach out for support as you need it.
     
    p.s. Don't forget to check out the latest episode of our sister podcast Social Work Discoveries!
    p.s.s. We'd love for you to join the conversation on this, so make sure you reach out to us on the socials (see links below), or otherwise on email at socialworkstoriespodcast@gmail.com - we'd love to hear from you!
    p.s.s.s. Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast
     
    Credits:
    Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox
    Producers - Dr. Ben Joseph and Justin Stech
    Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten
    Music - 'Mama' by Ben Grace (copyright 2018). Find on Spotify, or at www.bengracemusic.com
    Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 30 May, 2023)
    Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

    • 37 min
    Supporting continuing bonds through adult memory making in hospital-based end of life care - Ep.83

    Supporting continuing bonds through adult memory making in hospital-based end of life care - Ep.83

    In this episode, Lis invites expert special guest Jo McIlveen to come and listen to this moving story of a social worker's intervention using memory making for a grieving family in a hospital setting. Lis and Jo discuss the ins and outs of the story in such great detail, that we think you will want to know more about this kind of social work practice, whether you're working in end of life care or otherwise. Enjoy!
     
    p.s. Don't forget to check out the latest episode of our sister podcast Social Work Discoveries!
    p.s.s. We'd love for you to join the conversation on this, so make sure you reach out to us on the socials (see links below), or otherwise on email at socialworkstoriespodcast@gmail.com - we'd love to hear from you!
    p.s.s.s. Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast
     
    Credits:
    Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox
    Special Guest - Jo McIlveen
    Producers - Dr. Ben Joseph and Justin Stech
    Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten
    Music - 'Mama' by Ben Grace (copyright 2018). Find on Spotify, or at www.bengracemusic.com
    Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 30 May, 2023)
    Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

    • 44 min
    Bush Adventure Therapy: Nature as co-therapist - Ep.82

    Bush Adventure Therapy: Nature as co-therapist - Ep.82

    Ever thought that maybe taking a client, consumer, patient outside the four walls of your office and into the big, wide world to help with creating some change and perspective? Well this episode is the one to listen to! Join Lis and Mim (and their guests) as they explore 'nature as a co-therapist'.
     
    Special Guests:
    Josh McLean - josh@geelongadventurespecialists.com.au
    Amanda Smith - a.smith2@griffith.edu.au
    For more information on Bush Adventure Therapy, here's the link: https://outdoorhealth.org.au/service-directory/
     
    p.s. Don't forget to check out the latest episode of our sister podcast Social Work Discoveries!
    p.s.s. We'd love for you to join the conversation on this, so make sure you reach out to us on the socials (see links below), or otherwise on email at socialworkstoriespodcast@gmail.com - we'd love to hear from you!
    p.s.s.s. Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast
     
    Credits:
    Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox
    Special Guests - Josh McLean and Amanda Smith
    Producers - Dr. Ben Joseph and Justin Stech
    Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten
    Music - 'Mama' by Ben Grace (copyright 2018). Find on Spotify, or at www.bengracemusic.com
    Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 30 May, 2023)
    Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

    • 43 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
114 Ratings

114 Ratings

Ki Lane ,

If your a social worker you should definitely be listening

Great podcast with awesome topics and perspectives.

Rue_Flower ,

Please continue making episodes

Having had the desire for a long time to work and help people as a Social Worker would, but never hearing the term ‘Social Worker’ until recent times, I began to look into this practice and found this podcast! This podcast has inspired me to want to give my life’s work to this profession and work like it!
PLEASE make more episodes!! :)

podkt ,

Love this

This podcast reminds me of why I studied social work to begin with. I’m in the US and this show is relevant. They have stories from people all over the world and they are so well told and then further discussed.

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