Frontline PodcastExploring the issues important in the health, social and community field. Email: enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk to get in touch or Twitter @riskandresiThu, 26 Mar 2026 15:52:56 +0000Weeblyen-usnohealth,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,healthExploring the issues important to you as a frontline worker in the health, social and community field.Keeping the conversation goingDavid Gill & Andrew Jamesenquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.ukDavid Gill & Andrew James<![CDATA[Ketamine in 2026: The Current Situation]]>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:33:16 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/ketamine-in-2026-the-current-situationEpisode one of three. In this episode we explore "The Current Situation" of Ketamine in 2026.

This series discusses ketamine use, physical and mental health impact, dependency, medical complications and related harms.

Some interviews include people sharing personal loss, lived experience and discussions of suicide. If anything we discuss feels overwhelming, please pause and access support.

Please note that the information below is aimed at a UK audience.

Natalie is offering amazing support through the West Lancs Ketamine Awareness group: https://www.facebook.com/p/West-Lancs-Ketamine-Awareness-61580426746975/

Lauren offers support for young people at CGL 1625 Outreach Harm Reduction Service: https://www.changegrowlive.org/service/1625-outreach

Jo does wonderful work at the Birchwood, Drug and Alcohol Detox and Rehab Centre in the Wirral: https://birchwood-detox-rehab.com/

Brad can be found on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-benson-581625395?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Lydia is the CEO of the wonderful Bristol Drugs Project: https://www.bdp.org.uk/

Further information on Change, Grow, Live (CGL) can be found here: https://www.changegrowlive.org/

Are you wanting help and support for you or someone else’s substance use? Find your local service here: https://www.talktofrank.com/get-help/find-support-near-you

For immediate online support, try the following from the national charity, We Are With You https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/find-support/talk-to-a-trained-recovery-worker
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noEpisode one of three. In this episode we explore "The Current Situation" of Ketamine in 2026.This series discusses ketamine use, physical and mental health impact, dependency, medical complications and related harms.Some interviews include people sharing personal loss, lived experience and discussions of suicide. If anything we discuss feels overwhelming, please pause and access support.Please note that the information below is aimed at a UK audience.Natalie is offering amazing support through t [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesEpisode one of three. In this episode we explore "The Current Situation" of Ketamine in 2026.This series discusses ketamine use, physical and mental health impact, dependency, medical complications and related harms.Some interviews include people sharing personal loss, lived experience and discussions of suicide. If anything we discuss feels overwhelming, please pause and access support.Please note that the information below is aimed at a UK audience.Natalie is offering amazing support through t [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Vicarious Trauma Episode 4]]>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:35:17 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/vicarious-trauma-episode-4Welcome to episode four, the final episode, of our deep dive into Vicarious Trauma.

In this episode we explore how we can all make a difference, from a personal level to a strategic level. We speak to a range of professionals and hear real stories about this often misunderstood and under explored topic.

Trigger warning: In these episodes you will hear genuine experiences which some people might find upsetting.

Please like and subscribe and drop us a message if you have any questions or queries: enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noWelcome to episode four, the final episode, of our deep dive into Vicarious Trauma.In this episode we explore how we can all make a difference, from a personal level to a strategic level. We speak to a range of professionals and hear real stories about this often misunderstood and under explored topic.Trigger warning: In these episodes you will hear genuine experiences which some people might find upsetting.Please like and subscribe and drop us a message if you have any questions or queries: enq [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesWelcome to episode four, the final episode, of our deep dive into Vicarious Trauma.In this episode we explore how we can all make a difference, from a personal level to a strategic level. We speak to a range of professionals and hear real stories about this often misunderstood and under explored topic.Trigger warning: In these episodes you will hear genuine experiences which some people might find upsetting.Please like and subscribe and drop us a message if you have any questions or queries: enq [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Vicarious Trauma Episode 3]]>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 08:11:33 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/vicarious-trauma-episode-3Welcome to episode three of our deep dive into Vicarious Trauma.

In this episode we explore what can harm us and what can help us when exposed to Vicarious Trauma. We speak to a range of professionals and hear real stories about this often misunderstood and under explored topic.

Trigger warning: In these episodes you will hear genuine experiences which some people might find upsetting.

Please like and subscribe and drop us a message if you have any questions or queries: enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noWelcome to episode three of our deep dive into Vicarious Trauma.In this episode we explore what can harm us and what can help us when exposed to Vicarious Trauma. We speak to a range of professionals and hear real stories about this often misunderstood and under explored topic.Trigger warning: In these episodes you will hear genuine experiences which some people might find upsetting.Please like and subscribe and drop us a message if you have any questions or queries: enquiries@risk-and-resilienc [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesWelcome to episode three of our deep dive into Vicarious Trauma.In this episode we explore what can harm us and what can help us when exposed to Vicarious Trauma. We speak to a range of professionals and hear real stories about this often misunderstood and under explored topic.Trigger warning: In these episodes you will hear genuine experiences which some people might find upsetting.Please like and subscribe and drop us a message if you have any questions or queries: enquiries@risk-and-resilienc [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Vicarious Trauma Episode 2]]>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 07:56:05 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/vicarious-trauma-episode-2Welcome to episode two of our deep dive into Vicarious Trauma.

In this episode we explore what the impacts of vicarious trauma are. We speak to a range of professionals and hear real stories about this often misunderstood and under explored topic.

Trigger warning: In these episodes you will hear genuine experiences which some people might find upsetting.

Please like and subscribe and drop us a message if you have any questions or queries: enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noWelcome to episode two of our deep dive into Vicarious Trauma.In this episode we explore what the impacts of vicarious trauma are. We speak to a range of professionals and hear real stories about this often misunderstood and under explored topic.Trigger warning: In these episodes you will hear genuine experiences which some people might find upsetting.Please like and subscribe and drop us a message if you have any questions or queries: enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk vicarious_trauma_epis [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesWelcome to episode two of our deep dive into Vicarious Trauma.In this episode we explore what the impacts of vicarious trauma are. We speak to a range of professionals and hear real stories about this often misunderstood and under explored topic.Trigger warning: In these episodes you will hear genuine experiences which some people might find upsetting.Please like and subscribe and drop us a message if you have any questions or queries: enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk vicarious_trauma_epis [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Vicarious Trauma Episode 1]]>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:45:03 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/vicarious-trauma-episode-1Welcome to episode one of our new four part deep dive into Vicarious Trauma.

In this episode we explore what it is and why we should be talking about it. We speak to a range of professionals and hear real stories about this often misunderstood and under explored topic.

Trigger warning: In these episodes you will hear genuine experiences which some people might find upsetting.

Please like and subscribe and drop us a message if you have any questions or queries: enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noWelcome to episode one of our new four part deep dive into Vicarious Trauma.In this episode we explore what it is and why we should be talking about it. We speak to a range of professionals and hear real stories about this often misunderstood and under explored topic.Trigger warning: In these episodes you will hear genuine experiences which some people might find upsetting.Please like and subscribe and drop us a message if you have any questions or queries: enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesWelcome to episode one of our new four part deep dive into Vicarious Trauma.In this episode we explore what it is and why we should be talking about it. We speak to a range of professionals and hear real stories about this often misunderstood and under explored topic.Trigger warning: In these episodes you will hear genuine experiences which some people might find upsetting.Please like and subscribe and drop us a message if you have any questions or queries: enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Ketamine Episode 4_The Future]]>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 15:58:51 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/ketamine-episode-4_the-futureWelcome to episode four, the future of Ketamine. Learn about effective responses from organisations and individuals. Hear from interviews with Peter Furlong, Lisa Buckley and James Mawhinney from Change, Grow, Live, and Jo Moore and Jack Randles from Birchwood @ Kaleidoscope House. We also hear from four people who are currently at Birchwood receiving support for their Ketamine use.

Please note that there are graphic descriptions about Ketamine use and the impact of Ketamine use in this podcast.

If you or anyone you know is affected by Ketamine, please speak to your GP or contact your local drug service for more help.

If you are a professional working with Ketamine users, why not try our new toolkit or contact us about our new Ketamine awareness and response training package.

David & Andrew, Frontline Pod.
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noWelcome to episode four, the future of Ketamine. Learn about effective responses from organisations and individuals. Hear from interviews with Peter Furlong, Lisa Buckley and James Mawhinney from Change, Grow, Live, and Jo Moore and Jack Randles from Birchwood @ Kaleidoscope House. We also hear from four people who are currently at Birchwood receiving support for their Ketamine use.Please note that there are graphic descriptions about Ketamine use and the impact of Ketamine use in this podcast.I [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesWelcome to episode four, the future of Ketamine. Learn about effective responses from organisations and individuals. Hear from interviews with Peter Furlong, Lisa Buckley and James Mawhinney from Change, Grow, Live, and Jo Moore and Jack Randles from Birchwood @ Kaleidoscope House. We also hear from four people who are currently at Birchwood receiving support for their Ketamine use.Please note that there are graphic descriptions about Ketamine use and the impact of Ketamine use in this podcast.I [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Ketamine Episode 3_Response and Harm Reduction]]>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 08:56:58 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/ketamine-episode-3_response-and-harm-reductionWelcome to episode three, the response to Ketamine. Learn about effective harm reduction for those that use. Hear from interviews with Peter Furlong, Lisa Buckley and James Mawhinney from Change, Grow, Live, and Jo Moore and Jack Randles from Birchwood @ Kaleidoscope House. We also hear from four people who are currently at Birchwood receiving support for their Ketamine use.

Please note that there are graphic descriptions about Ketamine use and the impact of Ketamine use in this podcast.

If you or anyone you know is affected by Ketamine, please speak to your GP or contact your local drug service for more help.

If you are a professional working with Ketamine users, why not try our new toolkit or contact us about our new Ketamine awareness and response training package.

David & Andrew, Frontline Pod.
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noWelcome to episode three, the response to Ketamine. Learn about effective harm reduction for those that use. Hear from interviews with Peter Furlong, Lisa Buckley and James Mawhinney from Change, Grow, Live, and Jo Moore and Jack Randles from Birchwood @ Kaleidoscope House. We also hear from four people who are currently at Birchwood receiving support for their Ketamine use.Please note that there are graphic descriptions about Ketamine use and the impact of Ketamine use in this podcast.If you or [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesWelcome to episode three, the response to Ketamine. Learn about effective harm reduction for those that use. Hear from interviews with Peter Furlong, Lisa Buckley and James Mawhinney from Change, Grow, Live, and Jo Moore and Jack Randles from Birchwood @ Kaleidoscope House. We also hear from four people who are currently at Birchwood receiving support for their Ketamine use.Please note that there are graphic descriptions about Ketamine use and the impact of Ketamine use in this podcast.If you or [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Ketamine Episode 2_The Impact]]>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 11:23:26 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/ketamine-episode-2_the-impactWelcome to episode two, the impact of Ketamine. Learn about the impact on both the mind and the body. Hear from interviews with Peter Furlong, Lisa Buckley and James Mawhinney from Change, Grow, Live, and Jo Moore and Jack Randles from Birchwood @ Kaleidoscope House. We also hear from four people who are currently at Birchwood receiving support for their Ketamine use.

Please note that there are graphic descriptions about Ketamine use and the impact of Ketamine use in this podcast.

If you or anyone you know is affected by Ketamine, please speak to your GP or contact your local drug service for more help.

If you are a professional working with Ketamine users, why not try our new toolkit or contact us about our new Ketamine awareness and response training package.

David & Andrew, Frontline Pod.
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noWelcome to episode two, the impact of Ketamine. Learn about the impact on both the mind and the body. Hear from interviews with Peter Furlong, Lisa Buckley and James Mawhinney from Change, Grow, Live, and Jo Moore and Jack Randles from Birchwood @ Kaleidoscope House. We also hear from four people who are currently at Birchwood receiving support for their Ketamine use.Please note that there are graphic descriptions about Ketamine use and the impact of Ketamine use in this podcast.If you or anyone [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesWelcome to episode two, the impact of Ketamine. Learn about the impact on both the mind and the body. Hear from interviews with Peter Furlong, Lisa Buckley and James Mawhinney from Change, Grow, Live, and Jo Moore and Jack Randles from Birchwood @ Kaleidoscope House. We also hear from four people who are currently at Birchwood receiving support for their Ketamine use.Please note that there are graphic descriptions about Ketamine use and the impact of Ketamine use in this podcast.If you or anyone [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Ketamine Episode 1_The Basics]]>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 16:46:48 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/ketamine-episode-1_the-basicsWelcome to episode one, the basics of Ketamine. Learn about the history and how Ketamine affects people. Hear from interviews with Peter Furlong, Lisa Buckley and James Mawhinney from Change, Grow, Live, and Jo Moore and Jack Randles from Birchwood @ Kaleidoscope House. We also hear from four people who are currently at Birchwood receiving support for their Ketamine use.

Please note that there are graphic descriptions about Ketamine use and the impact of Ketamine use in this podcast.

If you or anyone you know is affected by Ketamine, please speak to your GP or contact your local drug service for more help.

If you are a professional working with Ketamine users, why not try our new toolkit or contact us about our new Ketamine awareness and response training package.

David & Andrew, Frontline Pod.

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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noWelcome to episode one, the basics of Ketamine. Learn about the history and how Ketamine affects people. Hear from interviews with Peter Furlong, Lisa Buckley and James Mawhinney from Change, Grow, Live, and Jo Moore and Jack Randles from Birchwood @ Kaleidoscope House. We also hear from four people who are currently at Birchwood receiving support for their Ketamine use.Please note that there are graphic descriptions about Ketamine use and the impact of Ketamine use in this podcast.If you or any [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesWelcome to episode one, the basics of Ketamine. Learn about the history and how Ketamine affects people. Hear from interviews with Peter Furlong, Lisa Buckley and James Mawhinney from Change, Grow, Live, and Jo Moore and Jack Randles from Birchwood @ Kaleidoscope House. We also hear from four people who are currently at Birchwood receiving support for their Ketamine use.Please note that there are graphic descriptions about Ketamine use and the impact of Ketamine use in this podcast.If you or any [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Season 3 Ketamine Advert]]>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:57:43 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/season-3-ketamine-advertSubscribe now to our new 4-part podcast series on ketamine.
We’ll explore the realities of ketamine use through honest conversations with people who have used it and professionals who support them. Discover the challenges, learn practical harm reduction strategies, and explore how we can respond to this growing issue.
Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk.
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noSubscribe now to our new 4-part podcast series on ketamine.We&rsquo;ll explore the realities of ketamine use through honest conversations with people who have used it and professionals who support them. Discover the challenges, learn practical harm reduction strategies, and explore how we can respond to this growing issue.Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk. frontline_season_3_advert.mp3File Size: 1910 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesSubscribe now to our new 4-part podcast series on ketamine.We&rsquo;ll explore the realities of ketamine use through honest conversations with people who have used it and professionals who support them. Discover the challenges, learn practical harm reduction strategies, and explore how we can respond to this growing issue.Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk. frontline_season_3_advert.mp3File Size: 1910 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Week in the life episode 7_Amanda Chalmers]]>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 07:22:38 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/week-in-the-life-episode-7_amanda-chalmersIn our final episode of season 2, we speak to the one and only Amanda Chalmers! As the trauma informed lead for South Tees, Amanda has been involved in many exciting projects. Hear her week and learn about what she has planned next!

If you want to be involved in the Vicarious Trauma season 3 special episodes, email us: enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk
To contact Amanda, please use amanda.beinformed@gmail.com
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noIn our final episode of season 2, we speak to the one and only Amanda Chalmers! As the trauma informed lead for South Tees, Amanda has been involved in many exciting projects. Hear her week and learn about what she has planned next! If you want to be involved in the Vicarious Trauma season 3 special episodes, email us: enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.ukTo contact Amanda, please use amanda.beinformed@gmail.com week_in_the_life_final_ep7.mp3File Size: 40703 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesIn our final episode of season 2, we speak to the one and only Amanda Chalmers! As the trauma informed lead for South Tees, Amanda has been involved in many exciting projects. Hear her week and learn about what she has planned next! If you want to be involved in the Vicarious Trauma season 3 special episodes, email us: enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.ukTo contact Amanda, please use amanda.beinformed@gmail.com week_in_the_life_final_ep7.mp3File Size: 40703 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Week in the life episode 6_Shannon Jackson]]>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 14:52:09 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/week-in-the-life-episode-6_shannon-jacksonIn this episode we speak to the passionate Shannon Jackson from Changing Lives. Shannon works at Erimus House which  provides access to a safe and secure environment for young people, between the ages of 16 and 24 years of age, who are experiencing homelessness. The service has an emphasis on developing young people by ensuring a wide range of support is delivered to address and overcome support needs. Hear her week and hear her reflections. Learn more about the service here: https://www.changing-lives.org.uk/find-support/erimus-house
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noIn this episode we speak to the passionate Shannon Jackson from Changing Lives. Shannon works at Erimus House which &nbsp;provides access to a safe and secure environment for young people, between the ages of 16 and 24 years of age, who are experiencing homelessness. The service has an emphasis on developing young people by ensuring a wide range of support is delivered to address and overcome support needs. Hear her week and hear her reflections. Learn more about the service here: https://www.ch [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesIn this episode we speak to the passionate Shannon Jackson from Changing Lives. Shannon works at Erimus House which &nbsp;provides access to a safe and secure environment for young people, between the ages of 16 and 24 years of age, who are experiencing homelessness. The service has an emphasis on developing young people by ensuring a wide range of support is delivered to address and overcome support needs. Hear her week and hear her reflections. Learn more about the service here: https://www.ch [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Week in the life episode 5_Natalie Moran]]>Thu, 27 Jun 2024 12:32:06 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/week-in-the-life-episode-5_natalie-moranIn this episode, we speak with the amazing Natalie Moran from Simon on the Streets. This organisation offers unlimited emotional and practical support to homeless and vulnerable people, helping them to achieve their goals. Their services are delivered on an outreach basis across Leeds and Bradford. Natalie, the CEO of the organisation, shares her week of reflections, discussing the various successes and challenges of leading a small but mighty team.
Find out more about Simon on the Streets here: https://simononthestreets.co.uk/

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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noIn this episode, we speak with the amazing Natalie Moran from Simon on the Streets. This organisation offers unlimited emotional and practical support to homeless and vulnerable people, helping them to achieve their goals. Their services are delivered on an outreach basis across Leeds and Bradford. Natalie, the CEO of the organisation, shares her week of reflections, discussing the various successes and challenges of leading a small but mighty team.Find out more about Simon on the Streets here: [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesIn this episode, we speak with the amazing Natalie Moran from Simon on the Streets. This organisation offers unlimited emotional and practical support to homeless and vulnerable people, helping them to achieve their goals. Their services are delivered on an outreach basis across Leeds and Bradford. Natalie, the CEO of the organisation, shares her week of reflections, discussing the various successes and challenges of leading a small but mighty team.Find out more about Simon on the Streets here: [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Week in the life episode 4_Kim Hughes]]>Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:15:34 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/week-in-the-life-episode-4_kim-hughesIn this episode, we speak to the wonderful Kim Hughes from Streetlife. Established in 1982, Streetlife is an organisation which assists vulnerable young people in Blackpool, a lot of whom access their service as homeless. In this episode, Kim talks about the Big Sleep Out 2024, which is a wonderful event and people can still donate here until 25/05/24: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/bigsleepout2024

Hear the build-up, the event itself and the reflections once the event is completed. The McDonalds breakfast was well deserved!
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noIn this episode, we speak to the wonderful Kim Hughes from Streetlife. Established in 1982, Streetlife is an organisation which assists vulnerable young people in Blackpool, a lot of whom access their service as homeless. In this episode, Kim talks about the Big Sleep Out 2024, which is a wonderful event and people can still donate here until 25/05/24: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/bigsleepout2024Hear the build-up, the event itself and the reflections once the event is completed. The McDon [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesIn this episode, we speak to the wonderful Kim Hughes from Streetlife. Established in 1982, Streetlife is an organisation which assists vulnerable young people in Blackpool, a lot of whom access their service as homeless. In this episode, Kim talks about the Big Sleep Out 2024, which is a wonderful event and people can still donate here until 25/05/24: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/bigsleepout2024Hear the build-up, the event itself and the reflections once the event is completed. The McDon [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Week in the life episode 3_Anthony Vaughan]]>Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:03:12 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/week-in-the-life-episode-2_anthony-vaughanEpisode 3 of a “Week in the Life of…” involves the week of the amazing Anthony Vaughan, the Head of PIE Operations & Therapeutic Services at The Wallich, a service that believes that everyone deserves the right to a home, but more than that, that everyone deserves the right to feel safe, to feel valued and to feel positive about their future. Listen as he talks through his week and explores some great psychologically informed work happening in Wales!
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noEpisode 3 of a &ldquo;Week in the Life of&hellip;&rdquo; involves the week of the amazing Anthony Vaughan, the Head of PIE Operations &amp; Therapeutic Services at The Wallich, a service that believes that everyone deserves the right to a home, but more than that, that everyone deserves the right to feel safe, to feel valued and to feel positive about their future. Listen as he talks through his week and explores some great psychologically informed work happening in Wales! week_in_the_life_3. [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesEpisode 3 of a &ldquo;Week in the Life of&hellip;&rdquo; involves the week of the amazing Anthony Vaughan, the Head of PIE Operations &amp; Therapeutic Services at The Wallich, a service that believes that everyone deserves the right to a home, but more than that, that everyone deserves the right to feel safe, to feel valued and to feel positive about their future. Listen as he talks through his week and explores some great psychologically informed work happening in Wales! week_in_the_life_3. [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Week in the Life Episode 2_Richie Andrew]]>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 10:54:11 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/week-in-the-life-episode-2_richie-andrewEpisode 2 of a “Week in the Life of…” involves the week of the wonderful Richie Andrew, a Health Improvement Specialist at Public Health South Tees. Listen as he talks through his week and explores some really good self-care advice! You might also know Richie as one of the hosts of the EveryManCan Mental Strength Podcast which is well worth a listen. You can find it on Apple here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/everymancan-mental-strength-podcast-was-boromancans/id1546101044 and Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/14EfA9KmSsnFUrrS3p6JjY
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noEpisode 2 of a &ldquo;Week in the Life of&hellip;&rdquo; involves the week of the wonderful Richie Andrew, a Health Improvement Specialist at Public Health South Tees. Listen as he talks through his week and explores some really good self-care advice! You might also know Richie as one of the hosts of the EveryManCan Mental Strength Podcast which is well worth a listen. You can find it on Apple here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/everymancan-mental-strength-podcast-was-boromancans/id15461 [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesEpisode 2 of a &ldquo;Week in the Life of&hellip;&rdquo; involves the week of the wonderful Richie Andrew, a Health Improvement Specialist at Public Health South Tees. Listen as he talks through his week and explores some really good self-care advice! You might also know Richie as one of the hosts of the EveryManCan Mental Strength Podcast which is well worth a listen. You can find it on Apple here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/everymancan-mental-strength-podcast-was-boromancans/id15461 [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Week in the Life episode 1_Dr Lisa Keegan]]>Fri, 22 Dec 2023 12:56:22 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/week-in-the-life-episode-1_dr-lisa-keeganEpisode 1 of our new season is here! In this episode we talk to Dr Lisa Keegan about the world of Clinical Psychology and reflect on her week of recordings. You will hear about what a Clinical Psychologist does and how it differs to a psychiatrist or counsellor. You will also find more about supervision, the range of models used in Clinical Psychology and how this episode is far more personal to Andrew and David than previous episodes!
For more information on Lisa, please visit her website here https://www.smallsteps2wellbeing.co.uk/ or check her out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallsteps2wellbeing?igsh=d2E4aXM1aWZlcXFv

If you are interested by the work of Lucy Johnson who was mentioned in the episode, find details here: https://www.bps.org.uk/member-networks/division-clinical-psychology/power-threat-meaning-framework

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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noEpisode 1 of our new season is here! In this episode we talk to Dr Lisa Keegan about the world of Clinical Psychology and reflect on her week of recordings. You will hear about what a Clinical Psychologist does and how it differs to a psychiatrist or counsellor. You will also find more about supervision, the range of models used in Clinical Psychology and how this episode is far more personal to Andrew and David than previous episodes!For more information on Lisa, please visit her website here h [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesEpisode 1 of our new season is here! In this episode we talk to Dr Lisa Keegan about the world of Clinical Psychology and reflect on her week of recordings. You will hear about what a Clinical Psychologist does and how it differs to a psychiatrist or counsellor. You will also find more about supervision, the range of models used in Clinical Psychology and how this episode is far more personal to Andrew and David than previous episodes!For more information on Lisa, please visit her website here h [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[We Shall Be: A Frontline Special]]>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 14:09:49 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/we-shall-be-a-frontline-special
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This episode is a special podcast version of our trauma informed documentary, "We Shall Be". You can watch the video version here.

Many thanks to everyone that took part: Amanda Chalmers, Alan Johnson, Adam Petson, Gena Hamilton, Sal Hussain, Tracy Walker, Sue Boon, Jenni Booth, Shannon Jackson, Maret Mitchell, Alex Reid, Demi Leigh Ivison & Maharezgi Kasa

Special Thanks to South Tees Changing Futures and Erimus House, Changing Lives.

]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)nowe_shall_be_podcast_version.mp3File Size: 42728 kbFile Type: mp3Download File This episode is a special podcast version of our trauma informed documentary, "We Shall Be". You can watch the video version here.Many thanks to everyone that took part: Amanda Chalmers, Alan Johnson, Adam Petson, Gena Hamilton, Sal Hussain, Tracy Walker, Sue Boon, Jenni Booth, Shannon Jackson, Maret Mitchell, Alex Reid, Demi Leigh Ivison &amp; Maharezgi KasaSpecial Thanks to South Tees Changing Futures and Er [...]David Gill & Andrew Jameswe_shall_be_podcast_version.mp3File Size: 42728 kbFile Type: mp3Download File This episode is a special podcast version of our trauma informed documentary, "We Shall Be". You can watch the video version here.Many thanks to everyone that took part: Amanda Chalmers, Alan Johnson, Adam Petson, Gena Hamilton, Sal Hussain, Tracy Walker, Sue Boon, Jenni Booth, Shannon Jackson, Maret Mitchell, Alex Reid, Demi Leigh Ivison &amp; Maharezgi KasaSpecial Thanks to South Tees Changing Futures and Er [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Episode 17: Multi-agency working]]>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 08:11:20 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/episode-17-multi-agency-workingIn this episode, we discuss multi-agency working. We discuss the challenges in relation to information sharing and explore an example of a multi-agency approach to community wellbeing in Leeds with Robert Marsay from Being You Leeds.

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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noIn this episode, we discuss multi-agency working. We discuss the challenges in relation to information sharing and explore an example of a multi-agency approach to community wellbeing in Leeds with Robert Marsay from Being You Leeds.Enjoy, like and share! multi_agency_pod.mp3File Size: 45132 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesIn this episode, we discuss multi-agency working. We discuss the challenges in relation to information sharing and explore an example of a multi-agency approach to community wellbeing in Leeds with Robert Marsay from Being You Leeds.Enjoy, like and share! multi_agency_pod.mp3File Size: 45132 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Episode 16: Neuro-linguistic programming]]>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 14:37:32 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/episode-16-neuro-linguistic-programmingIn this episode we chat to Alan Johnson from Change Working about NLP, which is a profoundly effective “How to” technology for personal change and development, and interpersonal effectiveness. Have a listen to see how you could incorporate elements of this approach into your practice.
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noIn this episode we chat to Alan Johnson from Change Working about NLP, which is a profoundly effective &ldquo;How to&rdquo; technology for personal change and development, and interpersonal effectiveness. Have a listen to see how you could incorporate elements of this approach into your practice. nlp_pod.mp3File Size: 42387 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesIn this episode we chat to Alan Johnson from Change Working about NLP, which is a profoundly effective &ldquo;How to&rdquo; technology for personal change and development, and interpersonal effectiveness. Have a listen to see how you could incorporate elements of this approach into your practice. nlp_pod.mp3File Size: 42387 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Episode 15: Social Prescribing: Rooted in Nature]]>Wed, 02 Aug 2023 11:50:12 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/episode-15-social-prescribing-rooted-in-natureIn this episode we discuss the world of social prescribing and how specific social prescribing projects can make a real difference to communities. One such example is Rooted in Nature in Middlesbrough. Our guest Leah Johnstone from MIND discusses how Rooted in Nature is a project to get people out into nature and enjoy it, meet new people, develop new interests and learn new skills.
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noIn this episode we discuss the world of social prescribing and how specific social prescribing projects can make a real difference to communities. One such example is Rooted in Nature in Middlesbrough. Our guest Leah Johnstone from MIND discusses how Rooted in Nature is a project to get people out into nature and&nbsp;enjoy it, meet new people, develop new interests&nbsp;and learn new skills. social_prescribing_rooted_in_nature.mp3File Size: 34456 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesIn this episode we discuss the world of social prescribing and how specific social prescribing projects can make a real difference to communities. One such example is Rooted in Nature in Middlesbrough. Our guest Leah Johnstone from MIND discusses how Rooted in Nature is a project to get people out into nature and&nbsp;enjoy it, meet new people, develop new interests&nbsp;and learn new skills. social_prescribing_rooted_in_nature.mp3File Size: 34456 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Episode 14: Health Inequalities - Trans & Non-Binary]]>Wed, 12 Jul 2023 13:22:23 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/episode-14-health-inequalities-trans-non-binaryIn this episode we explore the challenges of health inequalities facing people when they require physical and mental health support. As health inequalities covers so many areas, we use this episode to focus on the health inequalities facing those who identify as trans or non-binary. We welcome our guest Jess (they/them) from Leeds who is a mental health support worker.

If you would like further support from any issues raised in this episode, or you would like further information on this subject, please visit Switchboard for advice and information, Mermaids who support trans/non-binary young people, Mindline Trans who offer a support phone line, Gendered Intelligence who can help provide education and information and Not a Phase which is there to celebrate the lives of Trans/Non-Binary people.
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noIn this episode we explore the challenges of health inequalities facing people when they require physical and mental health support. As health inequalities covers so many areas, we use this episode to focus on the health inequalities facing those who identify as trans or non-binary. We welcome our guest Jess (they/them) from Leeds who is a mental health support worker.If you would like further support from any issues raised in this episode, or you would like further information on this subject, [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesIn this episode we explore the challenges of health inequalities facing people when they require physical and mental health support. As health inequalities covers so many areas, we use this episode to focus on the health inequalities facing those who identify as trans or non-binary. We welcome our guest Jess (they/them) from Leeds who is a mental health support worker.If you would like further support from any issues raised in this episode, or you would like further information on this subject, [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Episode 13: Re-traumatisation]]>Sat, 24 Jun 2023 13:58:00 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/episode-13-re-traumatisationIn this episode we discuss the emotive and challenging subject of re-traumatisation. We are delighted to be joined by Miranda Arieh, a mental health specialist and coach (@mirandaarieh), who discusses a proactive and compassionate approach to supporting those impacted by trauma.
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]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)noIn this episode we discuss the emotive and challenging subject of re-traumatisation. We are delighted to be joined by Miranda Arieh, a mental health specialist and coach (@mirandaarieh), who discusses a proactive and compassionate approach to supporting those impacted by trauma. retraumatisation_pod.mp3File Size: 41093 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]David Gill & Andrew JamesIn this episode we discuss the emotive and challenging subject of re-traumatisation. We are delighted to be joined by Miranda Arieh, a mental health specialist and coach (@mirandaarieh), who discusses a proactive and compassionate approach to supporting those impacted by trauma. retraumatisation_pod.mp3File Size: 41093 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Episode 12: Wellbeing Networks]]>Fri, 09 Jun 2023 14:07:52 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/episode-12-wellbeing-networks
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In this episode we speak to Richie Andrew, a Health Improvement Specialist at Public Health South Tees (Richie_Andrew@middlesbrough.gov.uk). He discusses with passion how thinking about wellbeing across a whole locality can be incredibly beneficial to both staff and organisations. You can check out the network here: www.teeswellbeingnetwork.org and to find out more about Richie’s wonderful work campaigning for men’s mental health, follow him at @boromancan
]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)nowellbeing_networks_pod.mp3File Size: 49785 kbFile Type: mp3Download File In this episode we speak to Richie Andrew, a Health Improvement Specialist at Public Health South Tees (Richie_Andrew@middlesbrough.gov.uk). He discusses with passion how thinking about wellbeing across a whole locality can be incredibly beneficial to both staff and organisations. You can check out the network here: www.teeswellbeingnetwork.org and to find out more about Richie&rsquo;s wonderful work campaigning fo [...]David Gill & Andrew Jameswellbeing_networks_pod.mp3File Size: 49785 kbFile Type: mp3Download File In this episode we speak to Richie Andrew, a Health Improvement Specialist at Public Health South Tees (Richie_Andrew@middlesbrough.gov.uk). He discusses with passion how thinking about wellbeing across a whole locality can be incredibly beneficial to both staff and organisations. You can check out the network here: www.teeswellbeingnetwork.org and to find out more about Richie&rsquo;s wonderful work campaigning fo [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health<![CDATA[Episode 11: Overdose Prevention Centres]]>Thu, 20 Apr 2023 08:03:46 GMThttps://www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk/frontline-podcast/episode-11-overdose-prevention-centres
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In this episode we are delighted to welcome Peter Krykant @PeteKrykant_OPC and Dr Gillian Shorter @GWShorter discuss Overdose Prevention Centres and why they are a vital part of supporting people who use drugs. Incredible passion and commitment. Please enjoy.
]]>enquiries@risk-and-resilience.co.uk (David Gill & Andrew James)nooverdose_prevention_centres_pod.mp3File Size: 44392 kbFile Type: mp3Download File In this episode we are delighted to welcome Peter Krykant @PeteKrykant_OPC and Dr Gillian Shorter @GWShorter discuss Overdose Prevention Centres and why they are a vital part of supporting people who use drugs. Incredible passion and commitment. Please enjoy. [...]David Gill & Andrew Jamesoverdose_prevention_centres_pod.mp3File Size: 44392 kbFile Type: mp3Download File In this episode we are delighted to welcome Peter Krykant @PeteKrykant_OPC and Dr Gillian Shorter @GWShorter discuss Overdose Prevention Centres and why they are a vital part of supporting people who use drugs. Incredible passion and commitment. Please enjoy. [...]health,social,community,charity,substance,misuse,mental,health