Social Workers Matter
Episodes
Caribbean Perspectives in Occupational Therapy in the UK
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Caribbean Perspectives in Occupational Therapy in the UK is a pioneering resource that brings cultural specificity into occupational therapy practice,...
A Different Valentines Message from Amja Unabashedly
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A Valentine’s Day to Social Workers In this powerful Valentine’s Day episode, Amja shares her transformative Self-Soothing Creative Steps (SSCS) ...
I'm a new original - Antonia (Amja) Lee In Conversation
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this new episode of Social Workers Matter, my guest today is Antonia Amja Lee where creativity meets resilience and empowerment! Join us ...
In Conversation with Professor Prospera Tedam SFHEA
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Conversation with Professor Prospera Tedam SFHEA Join me for an inspiring conversation with the remarkable Professor Prospera Tedam, from the Sch...
A Promise-Driven Leader Dr. Andrea J. Boudreaux MPH, FACHE
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Dr Andrea J. Boudreaux, a seasoned physician with a wealth of experience, she shares her insights on the pressing challenges with...
Hugh Mayers
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode 101 of SWM, and Psychotherapist Hugh Mayers is our special guest. In our conversation, Hugh shares details about his career, and we ta...
Celebrating 100 Episodes
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrating 100 episodes of SWM, whoop whoop! 💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽🎤 Here is the interview my friend and colleague, the lovely Sharon ...
'We are giving Back' - Safeguarding in the Caribbean
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
'We are giving Back' - Safeguarding in the Caribbean D. Aleski Brandy-Williams and his Team D. Aleski Brandy-Williams is a qualified Social ...
Effective Professional & Personal Judgement
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode of "Social Workers Matter," Dr. Sylvia B. Smith engages with Denise Harvey and Arlene P. Weekes as they share the...
Anti-Racist Supervision In Practice
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 97 of "Social Workers Matter"! Today, I have the pleasure of speaking with two remarkable colleagues, Shabnam Ahmed and J...
Social Work Across Borders
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anna from Florida State University (FSU) completed her final Social Work placement at Doctors of the World. She was here for four months, and I met wi...
Prof. Carlene Firmin - 'Contextual Safeguarding - Something Meaningful & Impactful'
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Carlene Firmin, an influential sociology figure and a youth violence specialist. Carlene shares her career traject...
' We see the person' Jazz Brown, CEO of Nubian Life Resource Centre
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the 94th episode of SWM! In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with the outstanding Jazz Browne, CEO of the Nubian Life Resource...
The Heart of Social Work with Professor Frank Keating
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode of *Social Workers Matter*, we sit down with Professor Frank Keating, a prominent figure in social work and mental health....
Lets Talk About Burnout with Natalie Robertson
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with Natalie, the dynamic founder of Social Life, on a crisp Friday morning. What began as a chilly st...
Final Reflections for 2024
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A short episode recorded partly during my gym workout session—some final reflections for 2024. Next year is my 40th Anniversary of being a qualifi...
The Liminality Group TLG - Andrez Harriott
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 90 of SWM, I talk with Andrez Harriott, the Founder and CEO of The Liminality Group. TLG's primary task is to prevent and reduce offen...
Brilliant Parents - Meave Darroux
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I'm in conversation with the passionate and extraordinary Meave Darroux, founder and CEO of Brilliant Parents. Brilliant Pa...
SWM hears about the ICU Conference hosted by ARM
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nimal, Arlene, and I, members of the Anti-Racism Movement subgroup, discuss the Social Work Awards 2024 and our feelings following our win. We also sh...
Way forward - Thriving Relationships with Dr Agnes Bryan
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
**Overview:**In this episode, we conclude our insightful discussions with Dr. Agnes Bryan, focusing on Chapter 7 of her forthcoming book manuscript, w...
More conversation with Dr Agnes Bryan
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our last interview before the summer break, #DrAgnesBryan takes an even deeper dive into the role of the anti-racist facilitator/trainer in support...
The Interviewer is Interviewed
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the 5th Anniversary of The Social Workers Matter Podcast, Dr Sylvia is interviewed by Academic, writer and coach Ms Sharon Jennings. Sylvia and Sha...
Dr Agnes Bryan on Dynamics & Processes in the Interaction
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Agnes Bryan provides a deep analysis of the dynamics and processes involved in engaging in challenging conversations about race a...
Part II with Dr Agnes Bryan
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr Agnes Bryan continues to share another chapter from her manuscript - chapter III. We discuss in detail elements of 'Holding...
Raising My Son Who Became Deaf
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sylvia and Louisa discussed the importance of accessibility for the deaf community, with Louisa sharing her personal experiences as a black parent of ...
In conversation with Dr Agnes Bryan
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After a break of almost 6 months, SWM is back - in this 81st episode, I am in conversation with academic, author, coach and facilitator Dr Agnes Bryan...
An active Anti racist practice academic - Stefan Brown - Part II
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Stefan Brown joins SWM again for part II of his interview. He shares aspects of his anti-racism work as a Social Work Programme lea...
My Journey, as a Black Male SW Academic, so far
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Richard Ashigbor is a social work academic based at Southbank University. Richard is a lecturer and the Course Lead for Social Work at the instituti...
What is it like as Black women delivering anti racist practice training - Critical Conversations with Educator, Trainer and writer Sharon Jennings
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon and I reflect upon and explore how we feel about doing this work, our conversation includes the following touchpoints: we don...
Bash of Mkbcare Ltd
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest in this episode is Bash who is the Director of Mkbcare Ltd, a semi-independence care provider for 16yrs + &18yrs + and family support....
Research: Cath Williams - Migration - loss - separation and Trauma
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cath Willams is based at Nottingham University where she lectures on their social work programmes. In this episode, we hear more about her ver politic...
Hayley Watts - Productivity Ninja
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode has efficiency in mind, my guest Hayley Watts helps people solve their problems. The people she works with generally have too much work a...
Rebekah Pierre - Remember why you're here
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rebekah Pierre is an author, journalist and social worker. She works as a Professional Officer for the British Association of Social Workers. In o...
Research: Stefan Brown, Early onset dementia
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here is the first of the SWM Research episodes, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Social Work and MSc Social Work Programme Director at Royal Hollo...
Don't wait for the dripping tap to become a flood!
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of SWM, I'm in conversation with Mike McKenzie. We met at a screening of his film Be Longing. Mike shares details of how and ...
The Inaugural National Anti Racism Conference - Reflections - what did we achieve
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm in conversation with 3 hardworking and passionate black women; Millie Kerr, Nimal Jude and returning Shantel Thomas. Th...
We all live our lives as stories........
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maria Takaendisa is a Systemic Family Therapist by training but also describes herself as a storyteller, a transformative change leader and therapeuti...
'It's in your hands' - he pulls no punches
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
David L Jackson is currently gainfully employed as he told me, he is a Senior Planning Engineer. He has done many things and believes we should not al...
A 'Questionologist' - Shabazz L. Graham
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shabazz L. Graham is the Creator and co-founder of Qcast, a Filmmaker and ‘Questionologist’. He began his career in 2001 making documentaries for ...
Becoming an In Credible Witness
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Watson is a professionally qualified social worker, and author of two books, with over thirty-three years of experience working with children ...
Louisa Jean-Pierre 'Racism at work as a Nurse' a personal story
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Louisa Jean-Pierre shares the painful story of racism she experienced at the work she loved. She tells her professional journey, an...
Co Facilitators Sandie, Sharon, Jo & Sylvia in conversation
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to ep.65 of SWM, co-facilitators Sandie Chatterton, Sharon Jennings, Jo Williams and I reflect on our working partnerships as Black and White ...
Emotional emancipation circles - Paula St Ange & Cassia Keziah Maximen
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Counselling Psychologist & Systemic & Family Practitioner Paula St Ange and Trainee Clinical Psychologist Cassia Keziah Maximen join me in thi...
Another Phenomenal Caribbean Woman - Lyn Warrington
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I met Lyn a couple of years ago in Dominica when I spent time on the Island. On my trip late last year, we hired a vehicle from her company. As we...
Racism at work - Critical Conversations
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sharon and I have a conversation about racism at work. We intend to have Critical Conversations once a month about issues which have come up in the ...
Be your no.1 Cheerleader
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here are her links: Book: https://www.beyournumberonecheerleader.com/byocbook Podcast: https://anchor.fm/n-yourcareerasablackwoman ND Women'sC...
MindBody & Finance with Karen Burke
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Karen Burke is a respected and experienced Business Owner, Accountant, Power Up Coach (Personal Performance & Business), Author and Speaker. She i...
Diana Hylton shares from 'Both sides of the Track'
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Diana Hylton is an independent social worker. She is the founder and director of AnAID Empowerment which provides a range of social work services acro...
Becoming an Antiracist Practitioner
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My wonderful colleagues Shantel Thomas & Jo Williams enthusiastically share details about the course they created. Its more than a course and we...
Relationship is key
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Daniel Acheampong is a Trainee Educational Psychologist, there are very few men in this space and even fewer Black men. In today's episode he s...
YouAreYou - Patricia Foster-McKenley
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
SWM.ep.57 In this episode I am in conversation with Patricia Foster-McKenley founder of 'YouAreYou'. Writer, Poet, Performer, Speaker, Certi...
The Discovery Project
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak with a new friend Lauren Sheehy, we met at a Networking event hosted by the British Library, I thought her work in the area of...
Social Work Chose Me - Shantel Thomas
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Course Lead for the MA in Social work at the Tavistock & Portman NHS Trust and Anti Racism Lead - UK Focus for the British As...
I'm Human with Nadine Boyne
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many years ago, Nadine and I worked for a Parenting Community Assessment Company, so I was pleasantly surprised when I saw her being interviewed on on...
Updates & Good Reading
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode: Burnout - mysocialworknews.com Books to read - Anti-Racist social Work / stories of activism.......... Ed.Tanya Moore & Glory Si...
Quick update
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a short and includes some quick updates/remarks on my remote working in the Caribbean Child Q BASW Professional Social Work Magazin...
Intersectionality by Professor Claudia Bernard
09 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this part 1 episode we meet Claudia Bernard, Professor of Social Work and Head of Postgraduate Research in the Department of Social, Therapeutic an...
Shyamenda Purslow
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Shyamenda Purslow is one of the founder members of 'MenTalk Ubuntu', the group has a podcast and a presence on most social media platforms -...
Dr Yvon Guest
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It was great speaking with Dr Yvon Guest - Psychodynamic Counsellor, author and educator. She works with a diverse client base, mainly Black and minor...
HNY 2022
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hi there, HNY to you and yours! This is a short solo episode which includes a brief review of 2021 and some plans for 2022. I have a new email address...
What's the Success Equation?
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we meet award winning mentor, career & executive coach for women in social work related professions - Founder of https://www.winni...
2 Social Work Student Activists
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we meet Diane & Omar, 2 Social Work students from Birmingham University. I met them both at a recent book launch - 'The ...
SWM.44 - Short Solo ep.44
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a solo episode where I highlight some news from BASW's PSW magazine: Working from home Unaccompanied minors and dangers of child exploit...
SWM.ep43 An insight from Sharon Jennings
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
‘I came……….and never went back…….I hadn’t come to stay In today’s episode, we welcome Sharon Jennings – Deputy Delivery Lead for the...
Meet Wayne Reid of BASW an ordinary guy
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Wayne Reid's substantive post is that of Professional Officer with the British Association of Social Workers BASW, in this episode of SWM, he sha...
Social Work in the Media, Court Work and More
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode - this is a solo episode with a selection of stories from BASW's PSW Magazine which includes: commentary on media cove...
We're back!
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Following a break in publishing, we're back, it's been hectic, busy, and full-on. In this short solo episode, I update you on what's ...
Tony Charles - Family & Systemic Psycho therapist
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Social Workers Matter, I hope you're safe and well. Interestingly as I post this episode, we have just had the public...
Tim Kent - Director of Adult & Forensic Service and more
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of SWM. Since the last podcast, there has been positivity and sadness - recently the Practice Supervision Development P...
A Phenomenal Caribbean Woman
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 35 of SWM, today we meet Mrs Delia Cuffy-Weekes, an educator, an agriculturalist and a social worker. Delia is based in the Carib...
A Social Work Educator's Career - Clare Parkinson
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest this episode is my dear colleague Clare Parkinson - Clinical Lecturer & Senior Social Worker at The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation...
Jo Williams - Safe Spaces for Thinking, Dialogue and Learning
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first episode of SWM for 2021, in this episode, I am in conversation with my colleague Jo Williams. Jo is a Senior Lecturer and Devel...
Delores McPherson - Integrative Psychotherapist
30 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of SWM. We have a lovely interview with Integrative Psychotherapist Delores McPherson. I met Delores when I attended on...
Anita Nayyar
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we hear from my guest social psychologist Anita Nayyar, she shares the findings from some interesting research into how we are coping...
Ray Douglas' perspective on Gang Violence & more
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am in conversation with Raymond Douglas. Ray is an Executive Trainer, Facilitator & Enabler, he is seen as one of today’s lead...
Reflective Supervision, Morning Routines & Coping
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Another solo episode - how are you coping with the new COVID-19 situation? What's your morning routine? What's Reflective Supervision - brai...
What's Happening Education
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another SWM - today's episode is another solo, I share some update on my current activities in the education space and run through som...
New Semester, News & Views
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the last summer episode, we now have autumn to look forward to and the potential prospect of another 'lock down' - not great! In ...
Welcome Back - Season II
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hi There, I hope you and your family and friends are safe and well. It's great to be back for season II of Social Workers Matter. In today&apos...
We made it! End of Season 1
15 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the final episode in season 1, we have a brief review and plans for season 2. Have a good summer, rest, revive and recharge - slow down a...
It's Never Too Late
01 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of Social Workers Matter, I hope you're well and continuing to cope through this season of challenge during this pande...
Dr. Sylvia shares ...
17 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, I touch on stories from BASW's June edition of the PSW Magazine, share my walking audio book pleasures and the George Floyd...
Dr Lydia Beckler
03 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Lydia Beckler is my guest, she shares her professional journey from Youth Worker to Senior Manager of a therapeutic service for young people with h...
Dr. Jane Herd, CEO of Orb8
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have a really great conversation with Dr Jane Herd CEO of #Orb8, a social enterprise. Orb8 provides high quality, psycho-education...
Psychology & Social Work Student Challenges
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is another solo episode, the first item responds to the question; Names of the 9 main types of psychology?(Ref; psychologydiscussion.net) Soci...
Self Care for Social Workers
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I've chosen articles from the BASW's PSW Magazine which caught my interest. I was particularly grateful for the informa...
Survival & Self Care Reflections
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode is about self-care, at a time when anxiety, fear and worry are at their heights we must remember to take care of ourselves as socia...
BASW - Professional Social Work Stories
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is a solo episode with my comments on short articles from the British Association of Social Work (BASW) magazine Professional Social Work. ...
N.abled founder Nadine Denneth; passion, purpose & persistance
11 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of SOCIAL WORKER MATTERS, we meet the founder of social enterprise N.abled, Nadine Denneth. Nadine and her team are committed t...
Good Mental Health
28 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I am in conversation with Registered Integrative Therapist - Hannah Nicholson who works with Adults and Adolescents. She has a successful practice in ...
Is She Really Retired?
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode retired Social Worker, Judith, shares her story. We get a glimpse of her rich and varied experiences, she is amusing and engaging. W...
Social Work Meets Interior Decorating
08 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is called ‘Social Work Meets Interior Decorating’. In this episode, we meet Arlisha from Dallas, Texas USA. Arlisha is a Behavio...
In conversation with Dr Agnes Bryan
23 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of SWM, I am in conversation with Management & Organisational Consultant, psychotherapist, Executive Coach and writer Dr Agnes Br...
Hip Hop & Therapy
27 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Errol Donald is not a social worker but he works closely with social workers and other disciplines. He is passionate about Hip Hop, art and working ...
In Conversation with ISW, Nicole Louis
13 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, we meet Nicole Louis - Independent Social Worker (SW) and business owner. Nicole shares aspects of her career journey, how and ...
My Family Speaks
30 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode as promised, I managed to get members of my family to express their thoughts about my profession and what it's like having a soci...
Me - Part 1
22 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
'What do you think of social workers?' This is the first of two parts. In this short episode, I share a brief account of a conversion I had ...
Reflections
02 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share some of my thoughts on Relationship Based Practice and how I transitioned to a more central position between radical and ther...
Aqualma S Y Murray MA
19 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we hear from Aqualma S. Y. Murray M.A. Aqualma recently published her first book entitled; Journey to Spiritual self - internal emp...
Working in the US
04 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Carol Atkinson shares what she has learned about the US medical system and the complexities around providing services to clients. She talks about h...