Best HM Prison Podcasts (2025)

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Accredited Programmes – a new approach | Nicky Herron, Aubrey Van Zyl and Amy Lawson-Mayhew 1:06:05

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Nicky Herron is a Registered Forensic Psychologist with over 25 years’ experience. For 15 years she has worked within Intervention Services, leading the development of several Accredited Programmes. Nicky has been a key figure in the evolution of accredited programmes, seeing their development from being largely risk-focused towards the strengths b…

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Organised Crime | Lucie Homer 1:01:39

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Lucie Homer is a Chartered and HCPC Registered Forensic Psychologist and has worked for His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service for 25 years. Lucie is currently the Regional Lead Psychologist for Wales, overseeing the operational delivery of psychological services across custody and community settings. Lucie has a particular interest in service,…

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The experience of working in probation | Jake Phillips 1:04:34

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Jake Phillips is Associate Professor at the University of Cambridge where he is the director of the MSt in Applied Penology, a masters course for people working in managerial and leadership roles in the criminal justice system. Prior to moving to Cambridge he worked at Sheffield Hallam University for 12 years. Before doing his PhD – at Cambridge – …

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Combining an academic and practitioner approach in forensic psychology | Theresa Gannon 1:06:21

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Professor Theresa Gannon is a Professor of Forensic Psychology at University of Kent and has worked in forensic psychology practice for nearly two decades in NHS and prison settings. She has published widely in the areas of rehabilitation, sexual offending and fire setting and has make a significant contribution to advancing theory and practice. Re…

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Compassion Focused Therapy to intervene with anger | Russell Kolts 1:03:35

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Professor Russell Kolts is a Professor of Psychology at Eastern Washington University. An internationally-recognized trainer in compassion-focused therapy (CFT), he has co-authored scientific articles on compassion, CFT, and various areas of psychology, as well as several books, including CFT Made Simple and Experiencing Compassion Focused Therapy …

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Desistance | Shadd Maruna and Karen Johnson 1:00:27

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Karen Johnson is a Registered Forensic Psychologist. She has worked for HM Prison and Probation Service for 17 years. She is currently the Regional Lead Psychologist in the South-East and East area, where she leads psychology services delivered across 10 Prisons, and the regional probation directorate for the East of England. Karen is completing a …

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Working as a forensic psychologist expert witness in the courts | Louise Bowers 1:02:40

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Dr Louise Bowers is a HCPC-registered Forensic Psychologist, a BPS Chartered Psychologist, and the Director of The Forensic Psychologist Service, which she co-leads with her business partner, Emma Stevenson. With over 30 years of post-qualification experience, Louise has worked across a diverse range of settings, including HM Prison and Probation S…

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Trauma-informed working in prisons | Jude Kelman 57:24

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Dr Jude Kelman has worked as a forensic psychologist within HM Prison and Probation Service for 30 years. She is the Lead Psychologist for Women's prisons, leading a team of approximately 75 forensic psychologists working across the 12 women's prisons within England and Wales. She has recently completed PhD at King's College London, examining traum…

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Stalking and Intimate Partner Violence | Mads Smyth and Niki Henneberry-Ebb 1:05:34

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Niki Henneberry-Ebb is a Registered forensic psychologist. She has worked as a psychologist in HM Prison and Probation Service for over 20 years and is a Principal Psychologist in the Midlands. Niki has specialised in the assessment and treatment of individuals who have committed serious violent offences in the context of intimate relationships and…

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Supervision in forensic practice | Jason Davies 1:07:01

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Professor Jason Davies is a Chartered and Registered clinical and forensic psychologist and a Professor of Forensic and Clinical Psychology at Swansea University and a consultant with Swansea Bay University Health Board. Jason has worked as a clinician and academic and he is a member of the Ministry of Justice Correctional Service Advice and Accred…

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New series starts this Thursday! 1:13

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Sally and Kerensa return for a brand new series of The Forensic Psychology Podcast this Thursday. Presenters: Dr. Sally Tilt and Dr. Kerensa Hocken Producer: Andrew Wilkie Assistant Producer: Richie Makepeace You can follow this podcast on LinkedIn by clicking here. The Forensic Psychology Podcast is a co-production between HM Prison and Probation …

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How forensic psychologists with ADHD experience the profession | Dr Alice Bennett and Dr Rachel Worthington 51:41

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Dr Alice Bennett is a Registered Psychologist at HMP Frankland and has worked in the Prison Service since 2006, mainly within discrete units for those who are considered high-risk in high secure prisons. Outside of the prison walls, Alice engages in research and is a journal reviewer. She advocates practitioners publishing work as well as promoting…

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How to support staff working in prisons | Prof. Jo Clarke 1:01:48

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Professor Jo Clarke, PhD., is an internationally acclaimed academic and expert on resilience, and founder of the Petros organisation. Jo learned her craft working as a psychologist in the prison service for over 20 years. She is a regular speaker and trainer, nationally and internationally, on the subject of individual and organizational resilience…

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Incident Management | Dr. Carol Bond and Dr. Catharine Booth 58:40

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Dr. Catharine Booth joined HM Prison and Probation Service in 1997. During her career she has worked with men, women and children in custody and currently works in HMPPS North West Psychology Services. Cath has been involved in the management of serious incidents in prisons for over 20 years as a practitioner and trainer. She acts as a Silver and G…

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The Power-Threat-Meaning Framework | Dr. Lucy Johnstone and Dr. Jo Ramsden 1:00:40

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Dr. Lucy Johnstone is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and worked in Adult Mental Health for many years. She has written and lectured widely on critical perspectives in mental health theory and practice. She is a lead author of the 'Power Threat Meaning Framework' (2018). Dr. Jo Ramsden is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Lead for …

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131: Tokyo Toilet Project projects toilet projects across Tokyo's Toilets 1:30:15

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This week! Your loyal Boys in Beef both watched and loved new Wim Wenders movie Perfect Days. Also! Oscar watched the new Fallout tv show on Amazon, and new aussie horror movie Late Night With The Devil (all 2024). Perfect Days SPOILERS from 56:40 to 1:19:35 Email Us: [email protected] (Tell us what movies you want to hear us talk about!) Ne…

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130: Deus Ex Macaroony 2:07:08

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Holy CRAP we're back woow woohoo check it out! Recorded literally New Years Day this year (sorry sorry sorry) we discuss Yorgos Lanthimos' latest release Poor Things (2023), and joining us is the wonderful Lou! And no, you can't filter the audio so it's just her and not us two idiots, even though I know you want to. Segment times so Laura can skip …

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Remembering Dr. Ruth Mann 1:17:45

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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 55:29

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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 59:25

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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 49:09

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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 1:04:17

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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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129 - F.S., P.G., H.M. 1:44:06

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This week: the boys return for a VERY belated rundown of what they've been watching recently, starting with a bit of Barbie & Oppenheimer chat (2023). Also! Oscar watched the new Wes Anderson Roald Dahl shorts on netflix (2023), Confess Fletch (2022), and a bunch other plane-movies. Andrew watched Asteroid City (2023), Theatre Camp (2023), Blackber…

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Open Prisons 55:48

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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 49:15

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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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128: TV Series Starting With ’S’ 1:45:56

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The Beefbois are back! This week - the return of an old favourite segment. Plus! Oscar watched romantic comedy-drama Broadcast News (1987), and Andrew watched a SHITload of TV - No shows are spoilt, but we chat about: Succession, Stargate SG-1, Severance, and Seinfeld. It's been a busy few weeks! No "official" movie this week, but we enjoyed this l…

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127: Celebrity Stanford Prison Experiment 1:31:38

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This week, the BeefBois are back to talk John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023) - brand spankin' new Keanu action flick, which has become less new, but no less spankin', in the time it's taken Oscar to finish this edit. Also! The fellas chat spoilers for the Last of Us HBO Series (2023), and Oscar watched some more TV - Catastrophe (2015) and Alone Australia …

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126: Compress My Head 1:32:31

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This week - the bois give their take on the recent 2023 Oscars results, and their quick thoughts on Aftersun (2022), having both watched it since Laura's glowing recommendation last episode. Also! Oscar watched bonkers Indian action flick RRR (2022), and Andrew watched heartfelt Belgian coming-of-age drama Close (2022). Spoiler free for all movies …

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125: We can’t actually title it ’Lesbians Be Lying’, can we? 2:06:34

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This week, the BeefBois are joined by special guest Laura to chat about Todd Field's new film Tár (2022), starring Cate Blanchett! Also! Spoiler free chat for Banshees of Inisherin, Andrew started watching The Last of Us HBO series (2023) and watched The Fabelmans (2022), and Laura watched Aftersun (2022). Aftersun should be in cinemas now, go see …

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

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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

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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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124: Frutiger Aero, Organic Vegetables, and the Mariana Trench 2:14:02

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Welcome back for the first Beef Station ep of 2023! This week, the BeefBois are joined by returning guest Pat to discuss some of their highlights of 2022, and give a spoiler-free review of James Cameron's Avatar: The Way of Water (2022). Buy Pat's brilliant EP Blood on Bandcamp here Stream Blood on Spotify here Email Us: [email protected] (T…

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

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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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Tupac's Aunt Escapes to Cuba using a Stick of Dynamite - Assata Shakur 7:47

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Original Heists is presented by Triple Whale. Understand the numbers behind your Shopify store and sign up for a free trial. Tupac's aunt was a freedom fighter involved with the Black Panthers, and the Black Liberation Army. Who later broke her out of prison! Hear the incredible story of how Assata Shakur escaped and is still free and alive to this…

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

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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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Two Murders and a Blackmailer Escape HM Prison Parkhurst (UK's Alcatraz) Using a Magic Key 8:57

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Original Heists is presented by Triple Whale. Understand the numbers behind your Shopify store and sign up for a free trial. Parkhurst Prison in the UK is called The Rock – just like it’s American counterpart. It was on an island, and housed heinous criminals, many of whom commited serious crimes like murder, or had done time at other prisons. Incl…

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They'd Catch Him If They Could - Did Frank Abagnale Really Escape From Prison? 7:27

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Original Heists is presented by Triple Whale. Understand the numbers behind your Shopify store and sign up for a free trial. You may know Frank Abagnale from the movie Catch Me If You Can, or heard one of his many wild stories like pretending to be an airline pilot or doctor through the grapevine. But he also escaped from prison. Or at least he cla…

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Helicopter Escapes (Not just for James Bond) 6:54

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Original Heists is presented by Triple Whale. Understand the numbers behind your Shopify store and sign up for a free trial. Helicopters have been used in 43 escapes, and have a 71% success rate. Some have even done it more than once, and even during the pandemic!By Triple Whale

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Yoshie Shiratori - This Prison Break Magician Escaped 4 times! 13:07

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Original Heists is presented by Triple Whale. Understand the numbers behind your Shopify store and sign up for a free trial. Yoshi Shiratori escaped prison four times! Using what ever he had, which wasn't much he could pick locks with wires, contort his body, and use miso soup like you've never seen before.…

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June 1962 Attempt to Escape Alcatraz 9:28

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Original Heists is presented by Triple Whale. Understand the numbers behind your Shopify store and sign up for a free trial. In 1962 Brothers John and Clarence Anglin, along with Frank Morris attempted to escape Alcatraz. The unescapble prison. Using paper mache fake heads, and rafts made out of rain jackets. But did they make it out?…

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Original Heists Season 2 - Original Escapes. 1:15

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Original Heists is presented by Triple Whale. Understand the numbers behind your Shopify store and sign up for a free trial. Wes Barker is back presenting tales of daring, courageous, and wild escapes.By Triple Whale

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

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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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123: The Crispy Shallots of Life 1:42:56

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Just in time for Christmas, the BeefBois slide into home base with (probably) the final episode of 2022. Absolutely no Christmas content in this tho, don't @ me. Merry Christmas and happy new year from us both, thanks for listening! This week, the bois chat about Ruben Östlund's hilarious black comedy Triangle of Sadness (2022), in cinemas right no…

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Psychology Across HMPPS: Wales 15:56

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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. 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 17:54

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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 15:55

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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. 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 20:01

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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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122: Spooktacular 6 - Lee Pace-ing 2:09:20

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This week - the BeefBois are talkin' spooky! again! We talk about Halina Reijn's new comedy/murder-thriller Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022), and Zach Cregger's fantastic horror debut Barbarian (2022). Also! Oscar watched Bowie doco Moonage Daydream (2022), and Andrew watched Don't Worry Darling (2022) and The Stranger (2022). Don't Worry Darling SPOILE…

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Psychology Across HMPPS: Men's Directorate 14:32

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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 23:40

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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…