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Social Work Radio

Social Work Radio

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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47:28

Social workers talk about mental health every day,...

Social Work Radio ·

2026/04/10

In this episode of Social Work Radio, Vince Peart and Cara Davis take on a difficult truth in the profession: social workers talk about mental health every day, just rarely their own. Through Cara’s deeply personal account of living with an eating disorder while working in frontline practice, and Vince’s reflections on what that silence costs the workforce, the conversation explores stigma, disclosure, workplace culture, and the unspoken hierarchy of which mental health struggles feel “acceptable”

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55:14

When everything else changes, a brother or sister can...

Social Work Radio ·

2026/04/03

In this episode of Social Work Radio, our social work hosts Vince and Cara explore why sibling relationships can be a lifeline for children in care, and why the law’s new recognition of that bond matters so deeply. From the emotional reality of separation to the political battle that finally gave sibling contact stronger statutory footing, they unpack what this change could mean in practice, why it has taken so long, and what still needs to happen to make it real for the thousands of children still

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60:37

A justice minister just said parental alienation has...

Social Work Radio ·

2026/03/27

In this week’s episode of Social Work Radio, Vince and Cara unpack the growing fallout after a justice minister said parental alienation has no scientific basis, asking what that means for family courts, social work practice, and the parents and children caught in the middle. From the long shadow of the 2020 Harm Panel to the role of unregulated experts and the damage caused when safeguarding concerns are reframed as manipulation, the episode explores how a concept with no recognised diagnostic

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51:24

Social Work Week 2026: It's all about AI

Social Work Radio ·

2026/03/20

In the latest episode of Social Work Radio, Vince and Cara take on one of the biggest issues facing the profession right now: the growing role of AI in social work. From algorithmic risk scores and embedded decision-support tools to bias, transparency, consent, and the future of professional judgement, this episode explores what happens when technology starts shaping practice faster than many practitioners realise.It is a sharp, timely conversation about safeguarding the relational core of social

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55:50

Debunking the common myths about social workers

Social Work Radio ·

2026/03/13

In this episode of Social Work Radio, Vince and Cara take on some of the most persistent myths about social workers, from the damaging child-snatcher stereotype to the idea that social work is just a matter of having a kind heart. Together, they unpack the skill, scrutiny, and emotional weight the profession really involves, explore why so much of social work remains invisible to the public, and reflect on the quiet expertise needed to balance empathy with professional curiosity.Created by social

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51:16

Do you need trauma to be a good social worker?

Social Work Radio ·

2026/03/06

In this episode of Social Work Radio, Vince and Cara take on a question that quietly sits in the background of the profession: do you need trauma to be a good social worker? They explore why lived experience is often seen as a badge of credibility, the real role empathy plays in practice, and the risks that come when personal pain becomes an unspoken qualification for the job.From the value of emotional literacy and supervision to the burnout risks of over-identification, the conversation unpacks

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54:52

Duration Neglect: aka “How can you not see this?”

Social Work Radio ·

2026/02/20

This week, Vince and Cara unpack the idea of duration neglect - the psychological blind spot that helps explain why social workers can see years of cumulative harm in a chronology while families experience life crisis-by-crisis and believe they are coping. This episode explores the gap between professional “montage” thinking and lived real-time experience, the way chronic low-level harm becomes normalised, and why neglect and long-term adversity are so often minimised in both practice and

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58:18

Jeffrey Epstein isn't the whole story

Social Work Radio ·

2026/02/13

In this episode of Social Work Radio, Vince and Cara unpack why Jeffrey Epstein isn’t the whole story. Moving beyond the fixation on famous names, they explore the wider networks of abuse, power and institutional failure that social workers recognise all too well. From the way harm is framed differently in wealthy circles and deprived communities, to how systems weigh risk when influence is involved, this conversation challenges listeners to look past spectacle and ask harder questions about

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55:46

Does it really take a village to raise a child?

Social Work Radio ·

2026/02/06

Does it really take a village to raise a child, or is that a phrase we repeat without ever taking seriously?In this episode of Social Work Radio, Vince and Cara explore what the evidence says about how place, neighbourhood, and environment shape children’s lives, often as powerfully as parenting itself. Drawing on research and frontline experience, they reflect on how social work assessments can narrow responsibility onto parents, while wider factors like poverty, housing, and unsafe communities

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53:10

Is it lonely at the top for social work managers?

Social Work Radio ·

2026/01/30

In this episode, Vince and Cara turn their attention to a question many social workers quietly wrestle with: is it lonely at the top? Drawing on lived experience from both sides of the desk, they explore how poor management harms staff, the emotional weight and isolation that can come with leadership roles, and why moving into management is not - and should not be - the default marker of success in social work. The conversation ranges from micromanagement and burnout to power, safety, and what

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53:54

The Maria Coto bill and what it means for social...

Social Work Radio ·

2026/01/23

In this week’s episode of Social Work Radio, out hosts Vince and Cara turn their attention to the Maria Coto bill and what it could mean for social worker safety. Reflecting on the murder of child protective services worker Maria Coto in New York in 2024, the conversation explores why lawmakers are pushing for new criminal offences for assaults and threats against social workers, whether tougher laws genuinely make practitioners safer, or whether they mainly offer reassurance after tragedy. Drawing

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54:47

social work preview of 2026

Social Work Radio ·

2026/01/16

In this episode of Social Work Radio, Vince and Cara look ahead to what 2026 may hold for social work. Drawing on their experience from the past year, they explore the big themes likely to shape practice in the months ahead - from staffing pressures, cost of living impacts, and inspection changes, to political decisions, regulation, and the narratives surrounding the profession. Together, they reflect on how these forces may show up in everyday practice and what social workers are already beginning

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60:46

A social work review of 2025

Social Work Radio ·

2026/01/09

In this end-of-year episode of Social Work Radio, Vince and Cara look back on the stories that defined social work across 2025, reflecting on the moments that sparked debate, concern and, at times, collective reflection within the profession. From viral social media controversies and high-profile safeguarding cases to regulatory decisions, workforce pressures, and questions of public trust, the episode revisits the headlines that shaped conversations month-by-month.Create by social workers, for

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43:55

Welcome to the Social Work Radio Christmas party!

Social Work Radio ·

2025/12/19

In this festive end-of-year episode, our hosts Vince and Cara invite listeners to the Social Work Radio Christmas party - a warm, reflective, and gently playful conversation designed especially for a profession that rarely gets to switch off. From catching up on the week and sharing listener messages, to unpacking the social work themes hidden inside classic Christmas films, the pair explore resilience, burnout, and the quiet work of holding things together. They reflect on their most

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49:21

The killing of hospital social worker Alberto Rangel

Social Work Radio ·

2025/12/12

A sensitive and reflective episode in which Cara and Vince discuss the killing of hospital social worker Alberto Rangel in San Francisco last week, and the questions it has prompted across the profession about safety at work. Drawing on reporting, tributes from colleagues, and their own frontline experience, they explore why many practitioners have said: “this could have been any one of us” and look at the wider conversation now taking place about protecting social workers.Created by social

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53:46

Teens turning to TikTok therapy

Social Work Radio ·

2025/12/05

Teens are turning to TikTok for therapy - and many trust what they find there more than the services meant to support them. In this week’s episode, Vince and Cara dive into the rise of TikTok-driven self-diagnosis, from trauma and ADHD to “narcissistic parents,” and explore why the For You Page can feel more responsive, more comforting, and more human than CAMHS.They unpack the risks, the misinformation, and what practitioners can do in practice - not by fighting the algorithm, but by working

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63:34

Sara Sharif: What the serious case review tells us

Social Work Radio ·

2025/11/28

In this week’s episode, Vince and Cara unpack the newly published Serious Case Review into the death of Sara Sharif, and what it really means for frontline social work. They break down the missed opportunities, the multi-agency drift, the blind spots around home education, and the “no one joined the dots” theme shaping public debate. A thoughtful, essential listen for anyone working in or alongside children’s services. Created by social workers, for social workers. Join the conversation every Friday

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58:52

Social Work England: Can trust be rebuilt?

Social Work Radio ·

2025/11/14

n this week’s episode, Cara and Vince dive into the growing crisis of confidence surrounding Social Work England. With a major independent review now under way, they explore whether trust can truly be rebuilt after fee hikes, backlogs, and a near £1m underspend that has left the profession questioning its regulator’s direction. From cultural concerns to calls for meaningful reform, they ask what accountability should look like - and whether regulation can ever feel supportive

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52:52

More children in need, fewer needing Protection:...

Social Work Radio ·

2025/11/07

This week, Vince and Cara unpack new national figures showing rising numbers of children identified as “in need,” but fewer placed on child protection plans. Our hosts explore whether stretched services, higher thresholds, and workforce pressures are shaping how risk is managed on the frontline. Is early help keeping families safe, or masking hidden harm as demand continues to climb?Join the conversation every Friday morning. Created by social workers, for social workers.

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51:01

Domestic abuse is the everyday business of the family...

Social Work Radio ·

2025/10/24

In this powerful episode, our hosts Vince and Cara dive into new findings revealing that domestic abuse is identified in nearly nine out of ten family court cases - yet still too often treated as a side issue. They unpack how the system’s pro-contact culture can place victims at risk, the structural barriers that keep courts from prioritising safety, and the emotional toll this takes on social workers. With personal reflections, examples of good practice, and a call for reform, this is a must-listen

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