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The Social Work Stories Podcast

by The Social Work Stories Team

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

Episodes

Early Intervention Social Work and What Makes a Happy Ending - Ep. 79

35m · Published 25 Apr 00:07

How do we measure a successful outcome in our practice? What would we consider a happy ending for the people we work with? Would they agree?

In this episode, Mim and Lis explore a story from a social worker in the Early Intervention space. We hear what Early Intervention is, and the approaches for supporting families before their situation reaches a crisis point. Then we hear a powerful story about a family this social worker supported, the ins and outs of their work together, and some deeply thought-provoking reflection regarding the real impact of our work with families. Mim and Lis then discuss these themes and open up a rich conversation on the complexity of working with families, our role in working towards successful outcomes, and the value of critical reflection in our ongoing practice. Learn more about the Targeted Earlier Intervention Programs discussed in this episode.

Also, don't forget to check out the latest episode of our sister podcast Social Work Discoveries!

We'd love for you to join the conversation on this, so make sure you reach out to us on our socials (see links below), or otherwise on email at [email protected] - we'd love to hear from you!

Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast

Credits:

Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox

Producers - Justin Stech and Dr. Ben Joseph

Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten

Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 25 April, 2023)

Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

Police Social Work: Speaking Life into Young People - Ep. 78

35m · Published 28 Mar 00:33

You probably already know that around Social Work Stories, we’re big fans of stories from social workers who are in unique practice settings... so it's no question that we LOVED hearing this story.

In this episode, we mark World Social Work Day 2023! Then, we hear a powerful story from Jack about his time as a Police Social Worker, working with Pacific Islander youth in Aotearoa/New Zealand. Then Mim and Lis explore the complex layers of the story, including Jack's struggle to navigate his role as a Samoan man working with both the police and the Pacifica community, the therapeutic approach he used to connect with a young man on his 'last chance', and the impact of systemic racism on indigenous youth. Hear about the critical reflection and conscious choices Jack made, as he worked to create change within the system and become a much-needed role model for this young man. And something so rare in social work - he got to see the fruits of his labour many years later! To connect with Jack, reach out to him here.

Also, don't forget to check out the latest episode of our sister podcast Social Work Discoveries!

We'd love for you to join the conversation on this, so make sure you reach out to us on our socials (see links below), or otherwise on email at [email protected] - we'd love to hear from you!

Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast

Credits:

Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox

Producers - Justin Stech and Dr. Ben Joseph

Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten

Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 28 March, 2023)

Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

Hosting a Family Conference: The Stages, Skills, and Language - Ep. 77

44m · Published 20 Feb 22:45

Ever wondered about what happens in a Family Conference? Well this is the episode that will bring you up to speed. Covering a diverse range of insights around the stages of a family conference, the skills you need to develop to undertake a conference competently, and the language you will use throughout, this anonymous social worker explores this and more in-depth. Join Mim and Lis as they then reflect on their own successes and challenges when conducting family conferences after listening to this story.

Also, don't forget to check out the latest episode of our sister podcast Social Work Discoveries!

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 [email protected] - we'd love to hear from you!

Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast

Credits:

Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox

Producers - Justin Stech and Dr. Ben Joseph

Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten

Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 31 January, 2023)

Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

An Opportunity for Recovery: Social Work in Emergency Mental Health - Ep. 76

39m · Published 30 Jan 23:25

Our first episode of 2023 starts off with an incredible story of a Mental Health Social Worker in a Hospital Emergency Department. We hear about a patient who comes in needing support, and how the social worker makes quick decisions about his approach towards her needs. We hear a rich internal-dialogue of a skilled clinician going about their work, providing dignity, person-centred care, and a holistic approach in his practice. Mim and Lis then discuss the story, their own experiences, and a few key approaches for us to take away from this practice piece.

A transcript for this episode can be found on this episode's page of our website.

Be sure to check out the latest episode of our sister podcast Social Work Discoveries!

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 [email protected] - we'd love to hear from you!

Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast

Credits:

Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox

Producers - Justin Stech and Dr. Ben Joseph

Assistant Producer - Felix Kiefel-Johnson

Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten

Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 31 January, 2023)

Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

A Conversation with Lis & Mim: Storytelling in Supervision - Ep. 75

13m · Published 26 Dec 22:55

It's the end of another year, and to mark this space together, Lis and Mim sit down to have a conversation together about sharing stories in the supervision space. Our hope is to offer a different idea about the use of narrative reflection can bring a new richness into supervision, and can create a fresh value in this space.

In the midst of the holidays, busyness and newness of a fresh year, we hope this brief conversation and a few moments of reflection are enjoyable and engaging for you.

From the SWS team to you, happy holidays, and may 2023 be a year of joy for you!

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 [email protected] - we'd love to hear from you!

Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast

Credits:

Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox

Producers - Justin Stech and Dr. Ben Joseph

Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten

Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 27 December, 2022)

Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

Therapeutic Social Work in the Home Visit: LIVE SHOW - Ep. 74

25m · Published 28 Nov 21:47

A very special episode of Social Work Stories - a recording from our very first LIVE SHOW!

As part of the ANZSWWER Symposium in early November, the team hosted a recording session of the podcast in front of a live audience, and we had such a great time. We're so excited to share this with you, and hope it's the first of many.

Join Lis, Mim, and a live audience as we hear from an anonymous social worker, who is an accredited Mental Health Social Worker, and who shares a story from a therapeutic space with a child, in context of regular visits to the home to carry out her work. Listen to the theories and principles that are interwoven into the work this social worker carries out, and try to keep count of just how many you hear mentioned! This is an excellent story for anyone working with children, families, in a therapeutic space, or really any person-focused role! As always, Mim and Lis then discuss the practice story and delve into what was happening beyond the spoken words of the social worker.

Following the episode recording, we also had our Producers Ben and Justin join Mim and Lis on stage for a Q&A session. If you're keen to hear the recording from this Q&A, where we answer questions about why we podcast, our experiences, and many other interesting topics, drop us a line to let us know you'd like to see it in the podcast feed!

We'd love for you to join the conversation, so make sure you reach out to us on the socials (see links below), or otherwise on email at [email protected] - we'd love to hear from you!

Credits:

Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox

Producers - Justin Stech and Dr. Ben Joseph

Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten

Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 29 November, 2022)

Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

School Social Work: An Emerging Field of Practice - Ep. 73

43m · Published 24 Oct 21:58

Ever heard from a social worker with an ongoing position in a school before?

How about a social work student with an intensive field placement in a school?

In this episode Mim & Lis sit down with Professor Myfanwy Maple of the University of New England (Australia) to talk through what might come from the opportunity of having social workers and social work field placements in schools. Enjoy the chat and expand your thinking as you listen along to this fantastic episode. We absolutely loved it.

You can find out more about Myf's work in this space through the following link:

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Myfanwy-Maple/publications

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 [email protected] - we'd love to hear from you!

Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast

Credits:

Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox

Producers - Justin Stech and Dr. Ben Joseph

Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten

Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 25 October, 2022)

Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

Narrative Therapy and Intensive Outreach- Working with Mothers Whose Children Have Been Removed - Ep. 72

38m · Published 27 Sep 07:52

Join Mim and Lis as we listen to a story about narrative therapy, disenfranchised grief, and intensive work with mothers whose children have been removed. Hear about the importance of documenting people’s stories, working for justice, and navigating the politics of storytelling. Mim and Lis share their thoughts and reflections about this unique and fascinating practice space.

We also put a call out to social workers doing this type of intensive outreach work - we’d love to hear from you! Please send us an email or reach out via social media.

Articles mentioned in this episode:

Flaskas

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/j.1467-6427.2007.00381.x

Denborough

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gXnye6fbgfXmS-3d8_uwhTmfqo45-_2k/view?usp=drivesdk

Have any burning thoughts after listening, or just want to say hello? Send us an email on [email protected] - we'd love to hear from you!

Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast

Credits:

Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox

Producers - Justin Stech and Dr. Ben Joseph

Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten

Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 27 September, 2022)

Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

Companioning in End of Life Care - Social Work Education for Students and Practitioners - Ep. 71

35m · Published 29 Aug 22:49

Join Mim and Lis as they sit down with Jo McIlveen for an in-depth conversation about social work in the bereavement space. Jo discusses companioning in end of life care, and brings in her extensive knowledge of research in the death & dying space that informs her practice in this area. Lis and Mim also share their own experience in this space, providing a rich discussion which will no-doubt bring a new lens to this topic area.

This conversation is oriented as an educational piece, aimed at equipping both practitioners and students alike. The discussion is both deep and approachable, and will be perfect for your next journal club, reading group, or other learning spaces. We'd love if you would reach out and let us know how you use it! If you want to connect more with Jo, you can follow her on Twitter.

Have any burning thoughts after listening, or just want to say hello? Send us an email on [email protected] - we'd love to hear from you!

Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast

Credits:

Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox

Producers - Justin Stech and Dr. Ben Joseph

Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten

Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

Acute Care, Spiders, and Small Acts of Resistance - Ep. 70

33m · Published 25 Jul 22:00

You're on the ward, it's late at night, and your job is to assess the patient's belongings as part of hospital protocol. You open up a container that you find in the person's bag, and there staring back at you is a large, hairy, creepy spider... This story is sure to have you listening with keen ears to find out how it is that social workers can find even the smallest moments to practice respect for persons, offering dignity, trust, and a sense of control.

Join Mim & Lis once again as they listen to this tale, and learn some fantastic lessons along the way on how to stand up to systems of power from the micro to the macro.

Have any burning thoughts after listening, or just want to say hello? Send us an email on [email protected] - we'd love to hear from you!

Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast

Credits:

Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox

Producers - Justin Stech & Dr. Ben Joseph

Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten

Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.

The Social Work Stories Podcast has 90 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 57:07:01. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on July 30th 2023. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 17th, 2024 07:11.