Best NASW Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 81 NASW Sucks, Changing Careers & Setting Boundaries in Social Work 43:48

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are diving into conundrums faced by fellow social workers and providing insight on their dilemmas - From not seeing the point of the NASW, considering what other career they could have, and releasing the emotional burdens of social work. Laura Swanson, LCSW is a New York …

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EP 118: Career Pivots — It’s Never Too Late to Become a Therapist 58:49

5d ago58:49

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In this NASW podcast episode of Social Work Talks we examine why it’s Never Too Late to enter the field of therapy. Our host NASW member Elisabeth Joy LaMotte, LICSW chats with chef Karey Swartwout, and political organizer and journalist Dr. Brooke Stroud, now a clinical psychologist, and author Daniel Duane (who today is featured in an article in …

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Ep. 80 Embracing AI & VR in Therapy ft. Amity Cooper 42:16

6d ago42:16

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Amity Cooper, Therapreneur to dive into how therapists can reject fear & lean into using AI and VR to support their practice! Amity Cooper is a seasoned entrepreneur, trained mental health professional, and entrepreneurial coach. For over 20 years, Amity has…

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The National Association of Black Social Workers Honors Silas W Kelly, LMSW 8:51

12d ago8:51

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I would like to thank, Madam Melissa Haley, LMSW - President of the National Association of Black Social Workers (NABSW) for this prestigious honor of being featured nationally. I am a proud member of NABSW and an active member of the Nassau/Suffolk Chapter of (NABSW) under the able direction of our dynamic and culture-centered President, Dr. Lisa …

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Ep. 79 Making Money in Social Work! ft. Teddy Nguyen 44:48

13d ago44:48

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Teddy Nguyen, a social worker & financial coach to dive into the widely held negative beliefs about money that social workers hold & to get into strategies to support financial wellbeing! Teddy Nguyen is a Texas-based social worker and Financial Coach. He br…

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Aging Matters: Feat. Ms. D Shedrick, LCSW & Dr. T. Anglim, LCSW-R 1:13:46

1M ago1:13:46

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Aging Matters" According to “The Urban Institute”:https://www.urban.org/. The number ofAmericans ages 65 and older will more than double over the next 40 years, reaching 80 million in 2040. The number of adults ages 85 and older, the groupmost often needing help with basic personal care, will nearly quadruple between 2000 and 2040. According to the…

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Ep. 78 How Social Work School Needs to Change! ft. Emma Yeager, MSW 41:01

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Emma Yeager, a recent MSW graduate to dive into her experiences with social work education, gaps in our education, feeling unprepared, and how we can better support social work student interns! Emma Yeager recently graduated with her Masters of Social Work (…

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EP 117: Why Social Workers Make Great Leaders 26:50

1M ago26:50

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Dr. Michael Kaufman, MSW, PhD., author of the new book, Doing Good & Doing Well: Inspiring Helping Professionals to Become Leaders in Their Organizations, has managed countless crises that have needed quick, level-headed thinking and tough decisions delivered with empathy and heart. Board chair of Premier Education Partners he has seen other helpin…

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Aging Matters Trailer W Dr. T Anglim, LCSW & Ms. D Shedrick, LCSW 2:40

2M ago2:40

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Kelsunn Communications is sharing this trailer that invites you to tune in to an upcoming informative podcast episode on the topic of "Aging" here in America. Here's why this topic is vitally important.*****************************************************************************According to the “National Council on Aging’s report from October 2023:…

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*** Awarded 3rd Place_Ms. D. Cinquemani – Author: “A Familiar Stranger” 37:39

2M ago37:39

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For Immediate Release: On Thursday, June 13, 2024 this podcast episode was awarded "3rd Place" in the 2024 Press Club of Long Island annual media awards. We invite you to listen to this re-launch of Ms. Cinquemani's powerful and emotional story. Make sure to share, comment, download and subscribe. Thank you!!! **************************************…

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Black Men's Mental Health Conference Vox Pop 24:12

2M ago24:12

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Kelsunn Communications went on location to the 3rd Annual "BreaKING the Ice" Black Men's Mental Health Conference at Adelphi University on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Here is an Audio Montage of some of the comments shared by some of the attendees, presenters,and producers. This Kelsunn-on-the-Air Social Work Podcast is a special "Vox Populi" Product…

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EP 116: Psychedelic Assisted Therapy 51:32

2M ago51:32

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Mary Cosimano, LMSW, has been with the Department of Psychiatry at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research since 2000 when they began research with psilocybin. She is currently a Psychedelic Session Facilitator and has served as Director of Clinical Services and as a research coordinator.…

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Black Men's Mental Health Conference - Trailer 2:26

2M ago2:26

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Take a listen to this trailer providing a preview of the "Vox Pop" (Latin for "Voice of The People") that will be premiered next week. We will be sharing comments from some attendees of the 3rd Annual Black Men's Mental Health and Wellness Conference!!!

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138: Embracing Therapeutic Complexity: Interview with Patricia Gianotti, Psy.D. 41:17

2M ago41:17

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Episode 138: In today's episode of the Social Work Podcast, I speak with Dr. Patricia Gianotti, author of the book, Embracing Therapeutic Complexity, and Academic Director of The Institute for Advanced Psychotherapy at Loyola University Chicago. Patricia and I speak about the neurobiology of shame, why depth work is important, and how to think abou…

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Ep. 77 Coworker Bullying & Overwhelming First Days in Social Work 24:12

2M ago24:12

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, Laura reviews a prompt from the Anti-Burnout Card Deck on mindful eating during the work day, and gives advice to fellow social workers experiencing bullying from a coworker and being overwhelmed with their first job post-grad. Laura Swanson, LCSW is a New York based therapi…

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137: The Role of AI in Child Welfare and Community Organizing: Interview with ChatGPT-4o 31:02

3M ago31:02

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Episode 137: In today's Social Work Podcast, I speak with ChatGPT-4o about the role of AI in child welfare and community organizing and how we can use Bronfenbrenner's ecosystems framework and an antiracist perspective. That's right. I'm interviewing OpenAI's LLM, ChatGPT-4o. This is the first time I've interviewed a chatbot. I'd love to hear your …

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Ep. 76 My Road to Clinical Licensure! 44:34

3M ago44:34

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, Laura shares her recent experience studying & passing the ASWB's LCSW exam! Stay tuned for information on the application process & fees, tools I used to study, and what's next as an LCSW! Laura Swanson, LCSW is a New York based therapist that began The Social Work Bubble in…

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EP 115: Social Workers in Public Healthcare - Is it the career path for you? 32:33

3M ago32:33

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Jasmin Saville, RN, MPH, MSSW, is whole health and equity director for Amerigroup, a health insurance and managed health care provider that covers older adults, low income families, state and federally sponsored beneficiaries and federal employees in 26 states. Saville talks about how she combined social work and nursing, why public health care cou…

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Dr. Kari Tabag, LCSW R: AANHPI Heritage Month & Social Work 38:46

3M ago38:46

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Dr. Tabag discusses the importance of AANHPIHeritage Month, A little about the history of the celebration as well as, looking at the celebration and the cultures from a Social Work viewpoint! Kari Tabag, PhD, is a Clinical Social Worker currentlyholding the credentials of LCSW-R. Dr. Tabag has worked in public and higher education settings for the …

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Professional Social Workers in Public Libraries 33:57

3M ago33:57

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Kelsunn Communications Presents This Special Podcast Relaunch!! On July 20, 2020 this Podcast was awarded 2nd Place in the Press Club of Long Island, Society of ProfessionalJournalist Annual Media Awards!!! Listen as Award-Winning Journalist @⁠EmilyNonko⁠discusses her findings on how Public Libraries are turning to Professional Social Workers to as…

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136: Living with Young-Onset Parkinson's Disease: Interview with Allan Cole, PhD 46:05

4M ago46:05

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Episode 136: In today's Social Work Podcast, we speak with Allan Cole about his experiences with Young-Onset Parkinson's Disease. Parkinson's Disease affects nearly 1 million people in the United States and more than 6 million people worldwide. It is a a progressive neurological disorder that primarily affects movement. I spoke with Allan Cole, a p…

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Ep. 75 Social Workers In it For the Money & Wearing Expensive Items 30:38

4M ago30:38

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we get into a mindfulness prompt from the Anti-Burnout card deck, and diving into Redditors issues with public opinions on social workers and money, and if it's okay for us to wear expensive items. Laura Swanson, LMSW is a New York based therapist that began The Social Work …

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EP 114: Marijuana reform policies and their impact Black and Brown communities 55:45

4M ago55:45

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As of April 20, 2024, recreational use of marijuana has been legalized in 24 states, three U.S. territories, and Washington, D.C. But how have marijuana reforms affected Black and Brown populations that were heavily impacted by marijuana criminal prosecutions before legalization? NASW Senior Policy Adviser Mel Wilson sits down with Maritza Perez Me…

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Ep. 74 The Basics of Cognitive Behavior Therapy 37:53

4M ago37:53

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we get into cognitive behavior therapy, one of favorite modalities! I talk all about the cognitive triangle and specific ways we can support clients in changing thoughts and behaviors. A great framework to see if you'd be interested in pursuing more training, or getting to k…

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Dr. Anthony Estreet, NASW CEO Talking Social Work 49:26

4M ago49:26

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We invite you to watch or hear this in-depth interview with the new CEO of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), Dr. Anthony Estreet. He holds his LCSW Credentials as well as an MBA. Dr. Estreet is a Bowie State University graduate, where he earned a bachelor’s in science in psychology. He then moved on to Virginia Commonwealth Univers…

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Ep. 73 Good Supervision: What is it & Why It's Important! ft. Francesca Sternfeld 58:40

4M ago58:40

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Francesca Sternfeld, LSCW, SIFI, to dive into all things supervision! Francesca shares her incredible passion & insight into supervision, including the importance of it, skills supervisors can use, how students can use it to evolve in their work and more! Fr…

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EP 113: Student Initiated Confrontations' Impact on Social Work 25:43

4M ago25:43

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Social Work Instructor Dr. Thalia Anderen, MSW, RCSW, LCSW, and Social Work Talks Podcast Host Lorrie Appleton, LCSW, dive into the concerning trend of student-initiated confrontations (SIC) in universities. With over 20 years of experience as a therapist, Anderen's research sheds light on the impact of these behaviors on both educators and the fie…

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Dr. Anthony Estreet, LCSW - NASW CEO_Trailer 3:20

4M ago3:20

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Kelsunn Communications Invites you to listen to this trailer announcing our exclusive interview with Dr. Anthony Estreet, LCSW-C. Dr. Anthony Estreet is the new CEOof the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) as of January 2023. He is a highly esteemed leader in the field of social work and is known as a visionary leader. The “Kelsunn-on-th…

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🔒 SWB+ Ep. 6 Giving Advice to Fellow Social Workers on r/socialwork & r/therapists 36:37

5M ago36:37

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we dive into Reddit forums r/social work and r/therapists to give advice to other professionals on leaving the field, starting a private practice, and staying present and engaged with telehealth sessions. We also do a mindfulness prompt from the Anti-…

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Ep. 72 How to Keep Growing as a Social Worker, EFT Tapping & Other Learnings 34:28

5M ago34:28

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by me, myself, and I, diving into strategies I've learned post-burnout to keep growing as a social worker, having passion for the field again, some interventions I've learned about, and going over a prompt from the Anti-Burnout Card Deck. Laura Swanson, LMSW is…

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Ep. 71 The World of School Social Work Coaching ft. Jocelyn Sailor 41:27

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Jocelyn Sailor, LCSW and District Social Work Coach. Jocelyn shares her journey in social work, describes the ins and outs of her role as a school social work coach, effective interventions, collaboration skills, and highlights the planners & resources she o…

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Ep. 70 Entering Private Practice & Latinx Mental Health ft. Andrea Rodriguez 43:19

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Andrea Rodriguez, LMHC! She talks about leaving the nonprofit world to enter private practice, including how to make that decision and navigating starting a business. Andrea also highlights some mental health struggles for Latinx people - important considera…

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EP 112: Social Work is Everywhere Campaign 43:49

5M ago43:49

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During Social Work Month 2024, the University of Kentucky College of Social Work is celebrating with the campaign "Social Work is Everywhere." The college is seeking to raise awareness that social workers help millions of people each day and work in a variety of settings, including many people may not be aware of such as sports and financial planni…

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Dr. Amy Meyers, LCSW-R Explains "Clinical Social Work" 56:12

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Dr. Amy Meyers received her PhD and Masters in Social Work from Hunter College School of Social Work and trained for 10 years in psychoanalytic psychotherapy at the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis. She currently holds the credentials of LCSW-R. She has enjoyed 30 years working with diverse populations and considers it an honor…

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Ep. 69 The Ins & Outs of Transplant & LVAD Social Work ft. Beats By Social Work Podcast 45:58

5M ago45:58

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by the hosts of the Beats by Social Work Podcast, Tiffany & Kristin, to dive into the essential and interesting world of transplant & LVAD social work. We get into a typical day, the power of advocacy, biggest challenges, essential skills & more! Tiffany Coco i…

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Dr. Amy Meyers - Clinical Social Worker_Trailer 1:52

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Make sure to log-on, tune-in, and listen-up to this Social Work Month Special featuring Dr. Amy Meyers, LCSW. on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 5AM. You won't want to miss this!! Dr. Meyers will be delving into the nuances of what "Clinical Social Work" is all about!! Dr. Meyers, is a professor of social work at Molloy University in Rockville Center, …

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Ep. 68 Supporting Others During Life's Hardships ft. Jordan Arogeti of SupportNow 31:04

5M ago31:04

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by the co-founder and CEO of SupportNow, Jordan Arogeti. Jordan details her journey to starting SupportNow, and online registry to offer money, meals, errands, and more to those experiencing some of life's most difficult moments. We also touch on how social wor…

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SPJ President Ashanti Blaize Hopkins "The 1st"!! 44:41

6M ago44:41

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Kelsunn Communications is honored to bring you this exclusivepodcast interview with Emmy award winning journalist, producer, educator, and “History-Maker”- Professor Ashanti Blaize Hopkins!!! Prof. Blaize-Hopkins holds the distinction of being the 1st Black Woman ever to be elected President of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ). She is …

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Ep. 67 The Essential Skills of Cognitive Rehab ft. Liz Ramdas 30:23

6M ago30:23

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Liz Ramdas, a social worker that has found passion in cognitive rehab work! Liz discusses actual skills all social workers can use, the importance of screening for brain injury & shines light on this essential social work role that is often overlooked. Liz R…

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Professor Blaize-Hopkins - "Being The 1st"_Trailer 2:08

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Kelsunn Communications invites you to listen in for info about when you can tune-in to hear the amazing story of Prof. Ashanti Blaize-Hopkins in it's entirety. She is a "History-Maker" - Being the 1st-Ever, Black Women to be elected President of the prestigious Society of Professional Journalist (SPJ).…

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Ep. 66 Healing Adoption Wounds & Finding Family ft. Julie McGue 39:58

6M ago39:58

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Julie McGue, a domestic adoptee and author. Julie shares her experience as she processed adoption, search for birth family, and the social workers that supported her along the way! Julie Ryan McGue is an American writer, a domestic adoptee, and an identical …

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🔒 SWB+ Ep. 5 A chat about not feeling fulfilled, social justice, burnout prevention, and saying "I don't know" 26:56

6M ago26:56

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On this bonus episode, Laura chats about feeling not fulfilled doing only therapy sessions, and how there is a lack of typical social working that. She also details the importance of advocacy and social justice as we call to support those suffering in Palestine, Sudan, and the Congo. We then review tw…

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EP 111: Ending our nation's gun violence epidemic - a Brady campaign update 28:40

6M ago28:40

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Gun violence remains a serious public health issue in the United States. About 46,000 Americans died due to gun violence in 2023, with half using guns to die by suicide. The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is a partner with Brady, a campaign to end our nation's gun violence epidemic. In this episode of NASW's Social Work Talks podcast…

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Black History - Meet The "Father of Affirmative Action" 59:35

6M ago59:35

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Kelsunn Communications, Inc. Is proud to present this Historical,Exclusive Black History Month Special Interview with “TheFather of Affirmative Action”. The interview was first conducted and aired in 1993!!! We invite you to listen, download, share, and comment on this historic and educational public affairs offering!!! ****************************…

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EP 110: Health Behavior Assessment and Intervention Services Payment Update 8:04

6M ago8:04

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Mirean Coleman, LICSW, director of clinical practice at the National Association of Social Workers, talks about a new regulation that will allow clinical social workers to bill for Health Behavior Assessment and Intervention (HBAI) Services. Learn why this development is so important for social workers.…

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Ep. 65 Getting Out of Debt for the Social Worker ft. Taylor G., LCSW 54:36

6M ago54:36

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Taylor, the creator of Social Work to Wealth, giving us some tips and insight into her own journey paying off debt and building wealth, and how fellow social workers can do the same! Taylor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and personal finance blogger at…

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Ep. 64 Changing Paths: Child Protection to Hospital Social Work ft. Anna Webster 43:18

7M ago43:18

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Anna Webster, a hospital social worker that details her experience as a rural child protection worker, considering an MSW, and transitioning to hospital social work. An incredible journey that shows the importance of self care and being open and flexible in …

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Ep. 63 Social Work with Refugees at the Southern US Border ft. Rosio Mancera 37:51

7M ago37:51

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Rosio Mancera, a social worker that supports refugees crossing the US Southern Border. We have a great conversation on this work, the intricate balance in social work, and disproving myths about refugees. Rosio Mancera, ACSW graduated from the University of …

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🔒 SWB+ Ep. 4 Top Tips for Building Rapport & NEW Segments! 29:55

7M ago29:55

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On this bonus episode, Laura dives into her top tips to build rapport with clients & introduces 2 new segments - a mindfulness prompt and describing an anger management intervention for kids! Laura Swanson, LMSW is a New York based therapist that began The Social Work Bubble in order to build communit…

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Ep. 62 Refugee Social Work in Indonesia ft. Elizabeth Hutajulu 34:45

7M ago34:45

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Elizabeth, an incredible social worker from Indonesia, where she works to support refugees through this stressful transitional period. A great episode where we get insight into the highs & lows of this work! Elizabeth Hutajulu is a social worker from Indones…

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