In this episode I explore one of the most persistent and unhelpful narratives in social work; that there is a hierarchy of practice, and that unless you have done your time in child protection you have not done real social work. Drawing on my own experience moving from family facing practice to conference chair to independent social worker and trainer, I ref ... Show More
Mar 23
What Case Recording Feels Like From the Other Side
In this episode, I'm reflecting on my own unexpected experience of having a record written about me, not as a social worker, but as a home educating parent. It's a small, almost comedic example, but it stayed with me, and it raises big questions about accuracy, context, and what ... Show More
30m 17s
Mar 22
Voice, Power and Practice with Jade Barnett, CEO of Power2Prevail
In this episode, I’m joined by Power 2 Prevail to explore what it really means to work with young people, not just around them.We talk about the power of youth work, how professional hierarchies can silence lived experience, and why “listening” isn’t the same as genuine inclusion ... Show More
1h 4m
May 2020
What's Essential: Essentialism with Greg McKeown
Hello, my name is Greg McKeown, and welcome to the Essentialism podcast! Ever since I made the mistake of leaving my hours old baby and my wife, Anna, in the hospital as I went to a non-essential client meeting, I've been on a mission: to get into conversations with the people I ... Show More
2m 48s
Sep 2025
How To Stay In Control! Even When Conversations Turn Emotional
When someone gets emotional in conversation, it can be tough to know how to respond. In this episode, I share how to keep your cool without shutting them down or losing yourself in the moment. You’ll learn how to recognize your own physical reactions, ground yourself with simple ... Show More
22m 18s
Oct 2025
Being Nice Won’t Save You in Difficult Conversations
Being nice won’t save you — especially in conflict. Too often, we think if we’re agreeable enough, people will treat us better or listen more. But that’s not how it works. In this episode, I talk about why “nice” people often get steamrolled in difficult conversations, the differ ... Show More
21m 18s
Oct 2023
"It's Always F*cking Safety!" (Q&A Session)
<p>I get together with another Codependency Alchemy member to talk about fears around something we don't completely understand, and how it always's comes back to safety. We talk about embracing sexuality, fears around being sexualized, being in a state of fear, and more ... Show More
35m 14s
Aug 2024
Is Pharmacology Difficult Podcast PHARMACOLOGY-QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (TRAILER)
Welcome all to IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT Podcast! I am Dr Radhika Vijay
In this episode, I will be hallmarking an brand new season/series of episodes namely Pharmacology-Questions and Answers
In this series I will be talking and discussing some very common quests, myths, question ... Show More
8m 32s
Aug 2025
Fawning: Answering Your Questions With Dr. Ingrid Clayton
In this conversation, host Monique Koven has invited Dr Ingrid Clayton back to answer your questions. They explore the concept of fawning as a relational trauma response, discussing its implications on identity, relationships, and personal growth. They delve into the complexities ... Show More
50m 39s