Best Nhs Workforce Podcasts (2025)

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ADHD therapies, and the NHS gig economy 40:40

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There is an enormous amount of research on treatment for ADHD - pharmaceutical and otherwise. But not all of those trials, or meta-analyses, are of high quality; and not many compare the whole literature. Now a new umbrella review - a review of reviews - tries to give a broad overview of the whole evidence base. Corentin Gosling, associate professo…

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Special Episode - The Covid Inquiry 31:04

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"Damning” and “unforgivable failures” is how some papers headlines reacted to criticism of former UK prime minister Boris Johnson in the second of 10 reports from the UK Covid Inquiry. Under pressure, in 2001 Boris Johnson announced a covid inquiry led by a former judge, Baroness Hallett. Each report is examining a different area of the pandemic's …

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Ep 61. Workforce of Tomorrow 30:44

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In the latest episode of the National Health Executive podcast, we delve into one of the biggest challenges facing the NHS today: how to attract, train, and retain the next generation of health professionals. With alarming statistics revealing over 120,000 vacancies in England and one in five doctors considering leaving their posts, the conversatio…

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Episode 71: Compliance – what’s on the horizon for 2026? 48:00

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In this episode, REC Chief Executive Neil Carberry OBE is joined by three industry specialists: Daniel Haslam, Chief Business Development Officer at Giant Group, Sebastien Sauca, CEO of SafeRec and Paul Chamberlain, Head of Employment at JMW. Together they unpack the major compliance and regulatory changes set to reshape the recruitment landscape i…

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"NURSING AND MIDWIFERY PROFESSIONS ARE THE BACKBONE OF THE NHS" | Paul Rees MBE | Voices of Care 37:04

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Speaking on Newcross Healthcare's Voices of Care podcast, Paul Rees MBE, Chief Executive of the Nursing and Midwifery Council, reveals how childhood experiences of racism have shaped his mission to transform the UK's largest healthcare regulator into an anti-racist organisation committed to fairness and equity for all nursing and midwifery professi…

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RCSLT News November 2025: NHS news, oracy, waiting times, Scottish Advanced Practice guidance for AHPs, assistive dying and more 9:00

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In our update this month Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the RCSLT covers: Update on the NHS in England. Curriculum review - our definition of oracy adopted and evidence based approach on adaptation for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. https://www.rcslt.org/news/rcslt-response-to-the-cu…

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Climate, “car spreading”, and conflict 44:12

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It’s the BMJ’s annual climate issue - and in this episode, we’ll be hearing about more ways in which climate mitigation is good for health. Firstly, climate change is fuelling conflict, and exacerbating the impact it has on fragile healthcare systems. Andy Haines, from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, and Barbora Sedova, from Pot…

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Graduates, Jobs, and the Future of New Hampshire’s Workforce 41:59

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New Hampshire’s newest graduates are stepping into a job market filled with both opportunity and uncertainty. Even with low unemployment, many young people are beginning adulthood already in the red, as housing, health care, and child care costs continue rising faster than wages. At the same time, slowing job growth and persistent underemployment a…

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Awake craniotomy: speech and language therapists at the cutting edge 25:39

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Join us as we uncover the fascinating role of speech and language therapists working in awake craniotomy. We go to Birmingham to meet SLT Georgie Harrington and Mr Ismail Ughratdar, Consultant neurosurgeon to find out how they work as part of a team. Donald Innes, an expert by experience, who has had two awake craniotomies, shares his story and tho…

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E7 – Support for nurse innovators and discovering where genomics meets digital 24:58

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In November’s episode we’re calling all nurse innovators and finding out about the support you could get from the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme which is currently open for applicants. We’re also discovering where genomics meets digital and asking nurse leader and genomics specialist Tracie Miles about her journey as a nurse innovator. As alwa…

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Faecal calprotectin in the over-50s: Rule-out test or red flag? 14:46

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Today, we’re speaking to Dr Rob Perry, who is a Gastroenterology Clinical Research Fellow based at Imperial College London. Title of paper: Evaluating the Role of Faecal Calprotectin in Older Adults Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2025.0169 There is considerable uncertainty surrounding the use of FC as a diagnostic test in older adults, …

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"We've no idea if that means that we're more productive" Thea Stein | Voices of Care 40:22

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In conversation with host Suhail Mirza, Stein delivered a frank assessment of the challenges facing the Government’s 10 Year Health, calling for clarity on objectives, upfront investment, and a fundamental shift in organisational culture to ensure any large-scale transformation has a hope of truly succeeding.…

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Antidepressants in pregnancy: A closer look at miscarriage risk 9:32

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Today, we’re speaking to Flo Martin, an honorary research associate at the University of Bristol. Title of paper: First trimester antidepressant use and miscarriage: a comprehensive analysis in the Clinical Practice Research Datalink GOLD Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2025.0092 Antidepressant use during pregnancy is rising, with concer…

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Doctors against the far right 31:11

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Far right rallies have been held across the UK, culminating in a large parade in London where Elon Musk spoke. At the same time, politicians from across the political spectrum are following the talking points of far right parties - and shifting their policies rightward, even the Labour home secretary has said she wishes to double the period migrant…

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Episode 70: Five legal updates that could affect your recruitment business in 2025 and beyond 37:43

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In this episode, Neil Carberry is joined by Melissa Mhondoro, Legal Advice Manager at the REC, to discuss the significant regulatory and market changes anticipated to shape the recruitment sector in 2026. They discuss how evolving legislation, from tax and data protection to fair work and digital identity, is reshaping the way agencies, contractors…

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Not one size fits all: Accessing menopause care in the NHS 15:43

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Today, we’re speaking to Claire Mann, a Research Fellow who is based at the University of Warwick, and Sarah Hillman, who is a GP and Clinical Associate Professor based at the University of Birmingham. Title of paper: Accessing Equitable Menopause Care in the Contemporary NHS – Women’s Experiences Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2024.078…

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What we need to do is to move away from a blame culture”| Rt Hon Sir Jeremy Hunt | Voices of Care 37:14

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The UK's longest-serving Health Secretary has delivered a comprehensive challenge to the Government's health agenda, warning that tactical thinking and generous pay settlements risk leaving no funding for genuine transformation while social care reform remains ignored. Speaking on Newcross Healthcare's Voices of Care podcast with host Suhail Mirza,…

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Findings of a systematic review of interventions based on Gestalt Language Processing and Natural Language Acquisition 32:44

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In this episode we chat with Professor Bronwyn Hemsley and Dr Lucy Bryant, both of the University of Technology Sydney, about their recent systematic review of interventions based on Gestalt Language Processing and Natural Language Acquisition. The discussion covers: What was the clinical question you were trying to answer? How did you go about und…

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Episode 69: Bridging the gap: wellness, workforce, and what’s next for the NHS. 34:52

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In this episode, Neil Carberry speaks with Suhail Mirza, Global Wellness Speaker, Healthcare Expert & Staffing Sector Board Advisor, about how workforce wellbeing and sector transformation intersect in today’s challenging environment. They explore how the UK staffing industry is evolving in response to market pressures, workforce shortages, and the…

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Counting GPs: When definitions change the workforce picture 15:47

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Today, we’re speaking to Dr Luisa Pettigrew, a GP and Research Fellow at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and Senior Policy Fellow at the Health Foundation. Title of paper: Counting GPs: A comparative repeat cross-sectional analysis of NHS general practitioners Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2024.0833 There have been s…

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The shaky science of the Q-collar, exercise for osteoarthritis, and patient choice. 36:10

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This week on the podcast The BMJ investigates Q-COLLAR, an American device that distributors claim can reduce brain injury from contact sports. Investigators James Smoliga and Mu Yang take us through the evidence, and former NFL punter turned US bobsled team member Johnny Townsend explains what this means for sportspeople. Bin Wang from Zhejiang Un…

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RCSLT News October 2025: update from CEO and key policy news 13:12

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In our update this month: Special guest Steve Jamieson CEO talks about: RCSLT’s 80th anniversary year https://www.rcslt.org/about-us/rcslt-at-80/ Annual conference coming up https://www.rcslt.org/events/rcslt-conference-2025/ Starting work on shaping the next strategic plan Inspire leadership programme update https://www.rcslt.org/learning/rcslt-le…

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Ep 60. The NHS New Hospitals Programme 30:56

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Dive into our latest episode where we discuss the NHS New Hospitals programme with leading experts! Discover how innovative design, sustainability, and community engagement are shaping the future of healthcare. Don't miss this insightful conversation that reveals how new hospitals can transform patient care and meet the evolving needs of our commun…

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E6 – Hospital to community shift and WHO call for workforce optimisation case studies 29:32

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How far along are we with the big shift from hospital to community? We ask CNIOs from each of the two settings. And we find out more about the WHO’s workforce optimisation plan and their call for case studies on exemplar innovation projects to help you make your submissions. We have loads of dates for your diary, and you’ve probably heard about Amb…

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How New Hampshire’s Housing Crisis Is Shaping Families and Communities 40:46

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The cost of purchasing a house in New Hampshire has surged more than 275 percent over the last quarter-century, forcing a reshaping the finances of families, employers, and entire communities. A typical single-family house that sold for about $137,000 in 1999 now sells for roughly $514,000. Wages haven’t kept up, leaving more Granite Staters priced…

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Talking GLP-1s: how GPs see their role in obesity management 17:02

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Today, we’re speaking to Jadine Scragg, a researcher based at the University of Oxford, and Sabrina Keating about their recent paper published here in the BJGP. Title of paper: GPs’ perspectives on GLP-1RAs for obesity management: a qualitative study in England Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2025.0065 General practitioners (GPs) play a …

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CMSUK Awards | Voices of Care 43:10

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We brought the microphone to the CMSUK Awards to capture the voices shaping case management and rehabilitation. Hear from: 🔹 Rhiannon Stokes (Chair, CMSUK) - Why case management needs to start earlier in the client journey 🔹 Stephanie Fleet (CMSUK Director) - Celebrating community and excellence in our fast-paced industry 🔹 Matt Hughes (Dorset Orth…

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IJLCD: 'It depends who I'm with' - How young people with developmental language disorder describe their experiences of language and communication in school 18:24

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In this podcast we speak with Anna Ekström and Olof Sandgren about their study of experiences of young people with DLD, which focused on language and communication in a school context. The study is guided by the following research question: How do young people diagnosed with DLD describe their experiences of language and communication in school? Th…

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The difficulty of delirium diagnosis, the lack of agency in the 10 year plan, and Gaza wounds 44:14

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Suhail Mirza sits down with Nadra Ahmed CBE, the woman who shook Westminster. After 40 years leading social care, the Chair of the National Care Association reveals the explosive moment 250 frustrated providers decided to march on Parliament, why she's demanding funding not reform, and her stark warning that the social care crisis is spiraling out …