Episode 8 (S3). The Catch Up conversation

Episode 8 (S3). The Catch Up conversation

Author: Nadia, Fran, Eugene January 17, 2021 Duration: 32:47
Three friends that happen to be social workers discuss current social/social work issues from their front room via Zoom. 'Catch Up' talk to someone whom one has not seen for some time in order to find out what they have been doing. ("it's always good to catch up with old friends") Your favourite trio of social workers are back with another episode. In this episode Nadia, Fran and Eugene invite you to join their 'catch up' conversation. With a national lockdown in the UK and peop...

Grab a seat in the front room with Nadia, Fran, and Eugene, three practicing social workers who turn their shared profession into a compelling weekly conversation. The Social Matters Podcast is where the theoretical meets the practical, as they unpack the social, cultural, and scientific dimensions of the issues shaping our communities. You’ll hear the kind of debate that only happens between trusted friends-direct, informed, and often challenging, but never without warmth. They aren’t afraid of hard truths, yet their dynamic is rooted in a genuine, top-drawer humour that makes even the heaviest topics feel accessible and human. Each episode feels like you’re listening in on a crucial discussion that’s equal parts professional insight and personal reflection, all recorded from their own studio. This podcast digs into the why and how of society’s structures, offering listeners not just analysis but a sense of shared understanding. Tune in for a perspective that is both grounded in daily reality and thoughtfully connected to broader educational and cultural currents.
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