The Social Matters Podcast

Your favourite trio of social workers are back for their 14th instalment of the season!In this episode, we explore what is meant by Organisational Trauma. What does this mean? How does trauma show up in your organisation? How can organisations respond to the experience of trauma? Tune in to listen to this informative conversation. if you enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on X, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel! Remember to continue these conversations in your networks!  https://www.youtube.com/@thesocialmatterspodcast9342

The clocks just went forward by an hour, the days are longer and brighter so we thought it will be a good moment to look back at some of our favourite 'check-ins' over the past 6 years. From our very first episode where we bumbled our way through explaining the podcast, to some episodes that left us in fits of laughter and tears.  If you are looking for some joy to pick you up then this is the episode for you. Plus, with April Fool’s Day approaching, this episode really does tick the jokes box!  We hope you enjoy. If you do then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on X, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel.

In this episode your favourite trio have a conversation International Women's Day and Women's History Month. From celebrating the contributions of women to exploring some of the interpersonal, structural and systemic challenges that women face in society today. What does International Women's Day mean to you?Tune in to listen to this reflective conversation. f you enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on X, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel! Remember to continue these conversations in your networks!  https://www.youtube.com/@thesocialmatterspodcast9342

THIS IS A MUST LISTEN EPISODE!We were extremely lucky to be joined by the brilliant Amani Simpson for this informative, moving and powerful episode. Amani Simpson is an award winning social entrepreneur, film maker, campaigner and youth coach. He is the producer and the protagonist of the acclaimed short film Amani which has now been watched over 4 millions times. He has also produced, Save Me, a social impact short film, which has themes of grooming, child criminal exploitation, and extra familiar harm which has a call to action for more peer and community active bystanders.Amani uses his inspirational story of transformation, creativity and expertise in youth engagement to produce impactful projects that challenge uplift and enrich. Amani joined your favourite trio of social workers to share his lived experiences and how these shaped his  journey to engaging and serving young people in his life. Find out more about Amani's work via the links below;Website: https://amanisimpson.com/  and https://www.aviard.co.uk/ Instagram: @amani.simpson and @aviard_inspires Amani (2019) film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jm6PwChWiJ8Save Me film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_chP_h-qIRQLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanisimpson/?originalSubdomain=ukIf you enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on X, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast. Remember to continue these conversations in your networks!

This was a fun one!In this episode, we were joined by a 'Badass' CEO, Executive Coach and friend of the podcast Hasan Khair. Hasan shares his wealth of knowledge on what Inclusive Leadership means to him. What does it take to be an Inclusive Leader? How can you create an environment where people can be their authentic selves? What are some of the barriers to being an Inclusive Leader?If you want to find out more about Hasan's work then check out the links below.https://www.mavericksunlimited.com/@maverickmanagertoolkit@mavericksunlimitedTune in for this informative episode.If you enjoyed this conversation then please feel free to leave us a review. You can also follow us on youtube, instgram, twitter and Facebook. Our handle is @matterspodcast.

In this episode your favourite trio have a conversation about the notion of Professionalism. What does it mean to be Professional? What are the benefits and constraints of Professionalism and how does our relationship with Professionalism impact how we are in the workplace?Tune in to listen to this insightful and reflective conversation. If you enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on X, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel! Remember to continue these conversations in your networks!  https://www.youtube.com/@thesocialmatterspodcast9342

Your favourite trio of social workers are back with another insightful episode discussing what their understanding is of Unconscious Bias. This is a term that is used in a number of different contexts but what does it actually mean? How can we become more aware of our Unconscious Biases and what can do we do to address them?Tune in to listen to this informative discussion and share your views.If you enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel! Remember to continue these conversations in your networks!  https://www.youtube.com/@thesocialmatterspodcast9342

Informative, powerful, inspirational, fun and an important listen! Just some of the words we’d use to describe this episode.Nadia, Fran and Eugene were privileged to be joined by Craig Pinkney. Craig Pinkney is a nationally and internationally recognised Criminologist, Urban Youth Specialist, and esteemed CEO of several organisations, including SOLVE: The Centre for Youth Violence and Conflict and SOLVE Housing, a provider of Ofsted-Registered Children's Homes based in the West Midlands. With over two decades of hands-on experience, Craig has carved out a reputation as one of the country's leading experts in tackling youth violence, gang-related issues, and social conflict.In this episode, Craig shared his wealth of experience and knowledge on Addressing Violence and Conflict with Young People. The challenges for young people are more than ever.  Young people are a part of a wider system created by adults, so adults need to be at the forefront of making the change!  You can follow Craig and SOLVE via the links below-          Instagram: @streetacademicsuk and @solve_cyvc-          Website: craigpinkney.com-          YouTube: SOLVE: The Centre for Youth Violence and Conflict If you enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel! Remember to continue these conversations in your networks!  https://www.youtube.com/@thesocialmatterspodcast9342

Merry Christmas everyone!We have a fun and informative new episode for you. In this episode, we have our own little christmas celebration and have a discussion about the Social Graces (again!). We share presents, learn more about the 'Wheel of Discussion' created by Collective Space and continue to discuss about our intersecting identities. This is a fantastic way to end the year! If you enjoy this episode the let us know on Instagram and X. Our handle is @matterspodcast.  Like, subscribe and share.

This episode was recorded in November 2023 It was our pleasure to welcome Lisa Matthews to our podcast.  Lisa works for an organisation called  Young Roots and she is their first ever Policy and Campaigns Manager.Lisa has worked in the area of migrants’ rights for over 15 years, working across casework, psychosocial support, legal representation, campaigning and legal education. Prior to joining Young Roots, she was Coordinator of Right to Remain from 2011 to 2022, where she worked extensively on immigration detention campaigning, including with people with lived experience.   In this episode, Lisa shares her knowledge and wisdom on the government's 'Illegal' Migration Act.Tune in for this insightful, powerful and sobering episode.If you enjoyed this episode then please feel free to leave us a review. You can also follow us on youtube, instgram, twitter and Facebook. Our handle is @matterspodcast. Helpful resourceshttps://righttoremain.org.uk/toolkit/https://youngasylumguide.org.uk/https://www.socialworkerswithoutborders.org/  their briefing about the IMA when it was just a Bill:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mbt4kLvwKFEuW1R2ux90xwxajddCwnph/view and they are working on an updated version, people could be updated via their newsletters:https://socialworkerswithoutborders.us16.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=dca51ae56e6462b81a6b7ff35&id=7257c22ad4 

Conversations a meant to be started, continued but not necessarily always finished. In this episode, we decided to start a conversation about the war in Gaza. There are many narratives and challenges with having such a conversation. Despite this it's necessary to start a conversation and hopefully it will be continued by many who listen to this. If you enjoyed the episode then pass it on. You can find us on all podcast platforms and on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel!https://www.youtube.com/@thesocialmatterspodcast9342

We were lucky to be joined by Anna Glinski from the Centre of expertise on child sexual abuse (CSA centre).Anna was previously the CSA Centre's Practice Improvement Advisor for Social Work and, before that, the practice development lead for CSA within the local authority and contributed to local and regional service and policy development. Anna developed and led a multi-disciplinary specialist sexual abuse team, which provided assessments, interventions, supervision, consultation and training. Anna is an Associate Tutor at the University of Sussex and is currently the Editor of NOTA News, the quarterly magazine for members of the National Organisation for the Treatment of Abuse.Below are so a few helpful links on harmful sexual behaviour to find out more and access resources: CSA Centre website: https://www.csacentre.org.uk/Key messages from research on children and young people who display harmful sexual behaviour: https://www.csacentre.org.uk/research-resources/key-messages/harmful-sexual-behaviour/Understanding and responding to harmful sexual behaviour training: https://www.csacentre.org.uk/courses/understanding-and-responding-to-harmful-sexual-behaviour/Safety planning in education guide, for education professionals responding to harmful sexual behaviour: https://www.csacentre.org.uk/research-resources/practice-resources/helping-education-settings-identify-and-respond-to-concerns/Our practice resources: https://www.csacentre.org.uk/research-resources/practice-resources/New Key messages paper on harmful sexual behaviour specifically in online contexts: https://www.csacentre.org.uk/research-resources/key-messages/ Tune in to listen to our thoughts and continue these conversations in your groups!If you  enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel! :)https://www.youtube.com/@thesocialmatterspodcast9342

The episodes keep on coming! In this second episode of season six,  we explore the notion of Psychological Safety. What does this mean to you? How can we feel Psychologically Safe in work spaces, in relationships and other areas of our lives? What do you think you need to help you to feel Psychologically Safe?There were so many different questions posed in this episode, which makes a very interesting and informative discussionTune in to listen to our thoughts and continue these conversations in your groups!If you  enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel! :)https://www.youtube.com/@thesocialmatterspodcast9342

GUESS WHO'S BACK, BACK AGAIN.....YES, that's right. After an extended summer break, your favourite trio are back for a brand new season! We are excited to bring you our sixth podcast season. Get ready for some fun, exciting, powerful and important conversations! We've also mixed things up a bit so you will be able to watch some of our episodes on our new youtube channel! Click the link below.https://www.youtube.com/@thesocialmatterspodcast9342In this episode we ask the question; What does Belonging mean to you? Different people have different understandings of what it means to belong. Especially in an increasingly divisive world! How can people feel their 'authentic selves' in different spaces and feel like they belong?Tune in to listen to our thoughts, feelings and the start of many ongoing conversations. If you  enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast.

It's that timmmeeee. After 8 months of fun and informative conversations about social issues, Nadia, Fran and Eugene sign off another season!In this episode they chat and reflect on a memorable episode from the season. We also get to hear how they are continuing to act into the word/phrase they chose at the beginning of the year! Tune in for one last time, this season, and join in the laughs and conversation.Once again thank you to all of you who've listened and stuck with us along way. We appreciate you all and hope you have a lovely summer. See you again in the autumn.If you  enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast.

In this penultimate episode of the season Nadia, Fran and Eugene have a conversation about organisational culture in social work. What does this actually mean? Who sets the culture? How is it built and maintained? Join your favourite trio of social workers to dicuss these questions and a lot more!If you  enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast.

Made by Mortals are a arts organisation who work with a diverse range of communities and organisations to bring people's experiences to life through co-creating, podcasts, films and musical theatre shows In this episode, Nadia, Fran and Eugene speak with Director Andy Smith about the impactful work Made by Mortals are doing. From a children's podcast made by over 60 year olds, to their 'Hidden' project where you are challenged  to take a walk in another person’s shoes and consider what you can do to help. Made by Mortals are another example of how creative arts can contribute to social change.If you want to find out more about Made by Mortals, follow the links below;Website: https://www.madebymortals.org/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadeByMortalsIf you enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast.

Happy Easter to all those who are celebrating! We have another episode for you to listen to over your Easter meal : )In March 2023, the UK Government set out its plans for the introduction of an 'Illegal Immigration Bill' with the alleged aim of stopping people seeking asylum in the UK. In this episode Nadia, Fran and Eugene have a conversation about the impact of this announcement, the challenge from Gary Lineker, the importance of allyship and activism.  If you  enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast.

For those of you who may not be aware, it is World Social Work Day on the third Tuesday of March (21st March 2023). This annual celebration is the way, as social workers, we focus on highlighting the achievements of social work and shine a bright light on the profession.In this episode Nadia, Fran and Eugene have a conversation about World Social Work Day, what it means to them and this year's theme; 'Respecting Diversity Through Joint Social Action'.If you  enjoy this episode then please share with your friends, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast.

In this brilliant episode, Nadia, Fran and Eugene are joined by  the brilliant Sarah Jordan Verghese and Jasmyn Fisher-Ryner. Sarah and Jasmyn are Producers on the award winning play 'For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy. They join your favourte trio of social workers to talk about the play, it's impact and why you should go and see it!  "Inspired by Ntozake Shange’s seminal work For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf.  For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy is located on the threshold of joyful fantasy and brutal reality: a world of music, movement, storytelling and verse – where six men clash and connect in a desperate bid for survival. Father figures and fashion tips. Lost loves and jollof rice. African empires and illicit sex. Good days and bad days. Six young Black men meet for group therapy, and let their hearts – and imaginations – run wild". - Royal Court TheatreClick the link below to find out more and book your tickets!Tickets: https://theapollotheatre.co.uk/tickets/for-black-boys-who-have-considered-suicide-when-the-hue-gets-too-heavy/ Sarah Jordan VergheseTwitter - @sarah_jordanV Instagram - @sarah.jordan.verghese and @nvrchukJasmyn Fisher-RynerTwitter: @itsjustjas__Instagram: @itsjustjas__If you  enjoy this episode then please share with your friends and enemies, leave a review and follow The Social Matters Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The handle is @matterspodcast.