Episode 9 (S5). A New Idea of Resilience (feat. Josh Connolly)

Episode 9 (S5). A New Idea of Resilience (feat. Josh Connolly)

Author: Nadia, Fran, Eugene January 29, 2023 Duration: 54:53
What does resilience mean to you? It's time to reframe the dominate narratives of resilience that we have in society. In this brilliantly powerful and insightful episode, your favourite trio of social workers are joined by Josh Connolly. Josh is a Resilience Coach, Podcaster and Mental Health Advocate and joins Nadia, Fran and Eugene to share his own perspective on the notion of resilience. Josh draws on a lot of his personal experiences to provide an enlightening perspective on how we...

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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Episode 19 (S3). End of season thoughts and reflections. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:02
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