Best HM Prison And Probation Service Podcasts (2024)

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Remembering Dr. Ruth Mann 1:17:46

4M ago1:17:46

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Fiona Williams is a Psychologist with over 30 years of experience in HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS). She is the Head of Interventions Services, a team of specialist staff who are responsible for the design of accredited programmes. Her remit also includes responsibility for accredited programmes staff training and the quality assurance of …

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In memory of Erwin James: Reflections from a Lifer 55:30

5M ago55:30

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Last week we very sadly lost Erwin James, who was a champion of prison reform through his journalism - a career he started while still serving a life sentence in prison. In 2021, we were honoured to welcome Erwin as a guest on the Forensic Psychology Podcast, and we wanted to repost that interview to remind ourselves of his thoughts on the role for…

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Inside the long-term high secure estate | Jane Read and Debbie Marsh 59:26

5M ago59:26

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Jane Read has over 25 years experience of working within the High Security prison estate. In that time she has worked in the Dangerous and Severe Personality Disorder Programme (DSPD) and was closely involved in the development of the assessment & treatment models for this programme. For 15 years Jane was the director of psychological services at H…

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Brain Injuries | Prof Huw Williams Live at HMPPS National Psychology Conference 2023 49:10

5M ago49:10

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Professor Huw Williams is a professor of Clinical Neuropsychology. He has pioneered research focusing on traumatic brain Injury in those involved in the criminal justice system, and neuro-rehabilitation and crime. He and colleagues have shown that a substantial number of people in contact with the law have traumatic brain Injuries. Findings have in…

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Risk Assessment 1:04:18

6M ago1:04:18

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R. Karl Hanson, Ph.D., C.Psych., is one of the leading researchers in the field of risk assessment and treatment for individuals with a history of sexual offending. Originally trained as a clinical psychologist, he was a researcher and research manager in the area of corrections and crime policy for Public Safety Canada between 1991 and 2017. Dr. H…

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Open Prisons 55:49

6M ago55:49

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Adrian Turner joined the prison service 1988 as a prison officer, working at Ashford Remand Centre. He subsequently worked at HMP Full Sutton, HMP Norwich, HMP Whitemoor, PSC Newbold Revel, HMP Lindholme, HMP Channings Wood, HMP Gloucester, HMP Eastwood Park, HMP Bristol, HMP Sudbury and currently works as the Senior Operational Lead for the open e…

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Bias in Forensic Psychology: Live at the European Congress of Psychology, Brighton 2023 49:16

6M ago49:16

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Martine Ratcliffe has worked as a forensic psychologist for HM Prison and Probation Service for 20 years. She’s currently the national diversity and inclusion (D&I) lead for the Psychology Services Group. Her passion for D&I has been amplified through her work with men, women and children in custody and from personal experience as a mixed-race woma…

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A Prison’s Guide To…Taking The Leap 26:18

1+ y ago26:18

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Taking the leap can be terrifying. Whether that’s a new career choice, or a new direction in life. So we spoke to some experts about it. Across the prison service, you’ll find countless stories of staff whose careers started with a brave step into the unknown. In our final episode, we’re hearing from these people. Prison officers, former prisoners …

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A Prison’s Guide To…Work Mates 17:22

1+ y ago17:22

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If you want to know how to build a well-oiled team and create a positive culture at work, we’ve got a guide for you. We hear from prison officers and a former prisoner, who share with us stories of camaraderie, togetherness and teamwork. They explain how even in a challenging environment, there are many ways we can build thriving relationships and …

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A Prison’s Guide To…Conflict Resolution. 34:03

1+ y ago34:03

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If you’ve ever wanted to know how to deescalate volatile situations, or even just spot hostility before it flares up, then we’ve got some valuable lessons for you. In this episode we hear from people with first hand experience of dealing with conflict resolution from inside a prison, from a Physical Education instructor to a former prisoner and a f…

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A Prison’s Guide To…Second Chances 26:22

1+ y ago26:22

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Second chances, we’ve probably all asked for one at some point or another. But what can we learn about them from inside one of the most unique environments you’re likely to find - a prison? In this opening episode we speak to a range of prison staff from across England and Wales, from governors to officers, who share with us a whole range of lesson…

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What Is 'A Prison's Guide To'? 0:53

1+ y ago0:53

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Welcome to 'A Prison's Guide To' Narrated by Ben Bailey Smith, ‘A Prison’s Guide To’ is the podcast from prison staff across England and Wales. Created by Acast Creative, alongside HM Prison and Probation Service. Each week, we bring you a guide to a new topic, straight from the prison system, providing you with life lessons from some of the most o…

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Psychology Across HMPPS: Wales 15:57

1+ y ago15:57

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In this special mini-series of the Forensic Psychology Podcast, Sally and Kerensa talk to people who work as psychologists across the five directorates of the prison service, to get an idea of what their jobs entail and the environments they work in. Rebecca Ministro and Harriet Chapman both work in the directorate that covers prisons in Wales. For…

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Psychology Across HMPPS: Women's Directorate 17:55

1+ y ago17:55

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In this special mini-series of the Forensic Psychology Podcast, Sally and Kerensa talk to people who work as psychologists across the five directorates of the prison service, to get an idea of what their jobs entail and the environments they work in. Poppy Marston and Rebecca Young both work in the directorate that covers women's prisons. For more …

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Psychology Across HMPPS: Youth Custody Service 15:56

1+ y ago15:56

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In this special mini-series of the Forensic Psychology Podcast, Sally and Kerensa talk to people who work as psychologists across the five directorates of the prison service, to get an idea of what their jobs entail and the environments they work in. Alex Bonas and Mel Lewis both work in the Youth Custody Service with children and young adults. For…

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Psychology Across HMPPS: Directorate of Security 20:02

1+ y ago20:02

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In this special mini-series of the Forensic Psychology Podcast, Sally and Kerensa talk to people who work as psychologists across the five directorates of the prison service, to get an idea of what their jobs entail and the environments they work in. Lucy Nuttall and James Bourton work in the directorate for the highest security prisons within the …

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Psychology Across HMPPS: Men's Directorate 14:33

1+ y ago14:33

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In this special mini-series of the Forensic Psychology Podcast, Sally and Kerensa talk to people who work as psychologists across the five directorates of the prison service, to get an idea of what their jobs entail and the environments they work in. Elizabeth Kelly and Angelika Guttman both work in the directorate that covers men's prisons. For mo…

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Life After Prison 23:41

1+ y ago23:41

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Sally and Kerensa are joined by Zak and Jules, the hosts of the Prison Radio Association's brand new podcast Life After Prison. At the age of 20, Jules was convicted and sent to prison. During her time behind bars she developed a passion for exercise and achieved her professional gym qualifications. Since her release she's worked as a personal trai…

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Forensic psychology in secure hospitals 58:36

1+ y ago58:36

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This episode features a forensic psychologist who worked in Broadmoor secure hospital for nearly three decades. Derek Perkins, Ph.D. is a UK Consultant Clinical & Forensic Psychologist at West London NHS Trust, and Honorary Professor of Forensic Psychology at Royal Holloway University of London. He is the co-director of the online Protect research …

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Behind the Crime on BBC Radio 4 2:48

2y ago2:48

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Sally and Kerensa will be presenting a brand new series called Behind the Crime on BBC Radio 4 on Wednesdays at 8pm. Starting on Wednesday 3 August, they'll be talking to three people who have committed criminal offences, putting those offences into the context of the lives they've led. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0019r5b These are powerful, …

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Children in Custody 1:00:33

2y ago1:00:33

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This episode features two forensic psychologists working within the Youth Custody Service. Alisa Purton is a registered Forensic Psychologist and an Associate Fellow and Chartered Scientist of the British Psychological Society. Alisa joined the prison service in 2001 and has worked with children in custody since 2008. She is currently the lead psyc…

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Forensic psychology outside prison 51:17

2+ y ago51:17

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Dr Jo Wood is a Registered Forensic Psychologist who has worked for the probation service for over 20 years. She is the lead psychologist for the Manchester division and works with a range of agencies as part of her work within Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA). She specialises in work with individuals who commit sexual or violent…

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Reflections from a Lifer: Erwin James 55:17

2+ y ago55:17

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Erwin James has been a Guardian columnist and contributor since 1998. Currently he is Editor in Chief of Inside Time, the national newspaper for people in prison. He became a writer in prison where he served 20 years of a mandatory life sentence. He has been a consultant for Iain Duncan Smith MP on prisoner rehabilitation and a Commissioner on the …

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The parole board and the role of forensic psychologists 1:12:15

2+ y ago1:12:15

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Martin Jones has been Chief Executive of the Parole Board since October 2015. He has spent the majority of the past 30 years working in the justice system in a range of delivery or policy roles. In the summer of 2021 Martin was awarded a CBE for services to victims, transparency and diversity in the parole system. Fiona Ainsworth is a Chartered For…

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Forensic psychology in women's prisons 54:06

3y ago54:06

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Gillian Sutcliffe is Chartered and Registered Forensic Psychologist. She has worked for HMPPS since 2001 and in women’s prisons for 3 years, currently based at HMP Low Newton. Gillian is national lead for safety of women, and an interest in developing practice for women convicted of sexual offences. Becky Day is a Chartered and Registered Forensic …

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Compassion-focused therapy 1:09:01

3y ago1:09:01

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Professor Paul Gilbert is a Clinical Psychologist at the University of Derby and honorary visiting Prof at the University of Queensland. He retired from the NHS in 2016 after over 40 years as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. He has researched evolutionary approaches to psychopathology with a special focus on mood, shame and self-criticism in var…

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Aggression 51:16

3y ago51:16

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Professor Jane L. Ireland PhD is a Chartered Psychologist, Forensic Psychologist, and Chartered Scientist. She has a background in both psychology and law. She holds a professorial chair at the University of Central Lancashire and is clinical lead for violence therapies at a secure forensic psychiatric unit. Jane regularly provides expert witness s…

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Diversity, inclusion and the super power of curiosity 50:48

3y ago50:48

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Martine Ratcliffe has worked as a forensic psychologist for HM Prison and Probation Service for 20 years. She’s currently the national diversity and inclusion (D&I) lead for the Psychology Services Group. Her passion for D&I has been amplified through her work with children, becoming a mum and from personal experience as a mixed-race woman working …

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HMPPS is looking for Trainee Forensic Psychologists 9:46

3y ago9:46

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Working as a psychologist can be thrilling, rewarding and challenging – and HM Prison and Probation Service are looking for trainees right now! In this special bonus episode, Neil Gredecki from HMPPS Psychology Services explains what they’re looking for, and how to apply. There are 150 traineeships available, and full details are here: https://bit.…

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How can forensic psychologists respond to trauma? 57:23

3y ago57:23

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David S. Prescott is an award-winning, internationally recognised expert in the field of offending behaviour. A mental health practitioner of 36 years and the Editor of Safer Society Press, he is the author and editor of 20 books in the areas of understanding and improving services to people at risk of offending. He is best known for his work in th…

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Some exciting news from Sally and Kerensa 5:32

3y ago5:32

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The Forensic Psychology Podcast will be returning in April 2021 for a brand new, extended series. In the meantime, we want to hear from you! Email Sally and Kerensa at hello@forensicpsychologypodcast.com with your questions for our first guest of the new series, David Prescott, a mental health practitioner and specialist in treating sexual violence…

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Future Prison: Helga, Tanya and Sonia from the Ministry of Justice 32:29

3+ y ago32:29

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In spring 2020, before Coronavirus hit, we recorded conversations between six people who have been to prison and three senior members of Ministry of Justice staff. These conversations made up the first six episodes of this series. This seventh and final episode brings those senior bosses back to the studio as we reflect on those original conversati…

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Is personality disorder a health or a justice issue? 1:18:53

3+ y ago1:18:53

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Clare Barstow spent 25 years in prison, having been convicted of murder nearly 30 years ago. Since her release has volunteered for prison charities, given many talks in prisons and in the community, and helps to shape services for the better through sharing her experiences. Sarah Skett is a Registered Forensic Psychologist and an Associate Fellow f…

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Let's call it stalking 1:00:33

3+ y ago1:00:33

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Dr Rachael Wheatley is Senior Forensic Psychologist for HM Prisons and Probation Service in the Midlands region. She specialises in identifying and working with those who stalk and those who manage them. She is currently setting up a virtual reference group nationally with links to partner organisations across the community. Support for people affe…

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Does fairness matter in prison? 52:28

3+ y ago52:28

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Flora Fitzalan Howard is a Registered Forensic Psychologist working as a researcher and evidence-based practice specialist within Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service’s Evidence-Based Practice team. She worked in prisons as a practitioner psychologist before specialising in research and evidence-based practice. Her research interests have foc…

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How do we tell if someone will reoffend? 1:03:12

3+ y ago1:03:12

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Jo Shingler is a Chartered Forensic Psychologist who specialises in psychological risk assessment with people in prison. Her recommended reading: Gannon, T. A., & Ward, T. (2014). Where has all the psychology gone? Aggression and Violent Behavior, 19(4), 435-446. doi:10.1016/j.avb.2014.06.006 Maruna, S. (2011). Why do they hate us? International Jo…

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How do we help people change? 1:06:36

3+ y ago1:06:36

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Laura Baverstock is the National Specialist Lead for HM Prison and Probation Service's Horizon programme, which is an intervention delivered to men who have a sexual conviction as part of an antisocial criminal orientation, and are considered to be at a medium, high or very high risk of re-conviction. Dr. Jamie Walton delivers interventions for peo…

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What is an ideal environment for change? 46:13

3+ y ago46:13

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Dr. Jamie Bennett is Deputy Director for the Operational Security Group in HM Prison and Probation Service. He was previously Governor of HMP Long Lartin, a high security prison, and HMP Grendon, the only prison to operate entirely as a series of therapeutic communities. He is also Editor of the Prison Service Journal. @drjamiebennett Richard Shuke…

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An Introduction to Forensic Psychology 48:15

3+ y ago48:15

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Dr. Jo Bailey is Head of the Psychology Services Group in HM Prison and Probation Service. With nearly 30 years experience in the prison service, she's our perfect guide to the role of forensic psychology in our criminal justice system. Chloe Dafe is a trainee forensic psychologist for HM Prison and Probation Service. She previously worked for the …

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