The Forensic Update Podcast

In this episode of the  Forensic Update Podcast , we're joined by Anthony Beech, one of the UK's most influential forensic psychologists, whose work has shaped research, training and clinical practice for more than three decades. Professor Beech reflects on the evolution of forensic psychology, from early approaches to rehabilitation of those in custody through to today's growing understanding of...

In this episode of the Forensic Update Podcast , we're joined by Jane Ireland , Professor of Forensic Psychology at Liverpool John Moores University, Violence Treatment Lead at Ashworth High Secure Hospital, and Academic Lead for the Ashworth Research Centre. With more than three decades of experience spanning forensic practice, research, academia and violence treatment, Jane reflects on how foren...

In this episode of the Forensic Update Podcast , we're joined by David Prescott , internationally respected mental health practitioner, educator and author with more than 40 years of experience working in the field of sexual violence prevention, trauma and rehabilitation. David reflects on how forensic practice has evolved over the decades, from simplistic explanations of offending behaviour towar...

In this episode of the  Forensic Update Podcast , we're joined by Dr. Caroline Logan, consultant forensic clinical psychologist, honorary associate professor at University College London, and internationally respected expert in personality disorder, forensic interviewing, violence risk and extremism. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience across forensic mental health services, law enforcemen...

In this episode of the  Forensic Update Podcast , we're joined by  Tony Ward , internationally recognised forensic and clinical psychologist and creator of the Good Lives Model (GLM). Tony reflects on the development of the GLM and challenges some of the traditional assumptions that have shaped forensic psychology for decades. Together, we explore what rehabilitation should really look like, why r...

In this episode of the Forensic Update Podcast , we're joined by Sally Tilt , Chair of the Division of Forensic Psychology at the British Psychological Society. Sally reflects on the evolving landscape of forensic psychology, the importance of accessible research communication, and why podcasts have the power to bring academic work to life in a completely different way. From the future of research...

Welcome to the first episode of the Forensic Update podcast from the Division of Forensic Psychology (DFP)  Division of Forensic Psychology | BPS part of the British Psychological Society (BPS). In this launch episode, we explore three urgent and complex issues shaping contemporary custodial practice. Deputy Prison Director Scott Newey discusses his research into dual harm in prisons, examining wh...