The Link Podcast

"Mini-Series: Student Perspectives" This Week! "Being an Autistic Student: Celebrating National Autism Week" (27th March-2nd April) Did you know Government prevalence surveys last estimated that around one in 100 people are autistic, which means more than 700,000 people in the UK fall under the autistic spectrum. We speak to student Abi Lewis. Abi is a first-year student children’s nurse. She is a...

On this episode, Simon Mann. Sam O’Brien talks to BBC cricket commentator, Simon Mann. Simon Mann has been commentating with the BBC since 1996, beginning his career on England’s tour of Zimbabwe. He has also commentated from all the Test playing nations. He has also tried his hand at stand-up comedian, football commentary and other sports to date. Sam talks with Simon about his personal journey t...

"Mini-Series: Student Perspectives" "This is a new mini-series brought to you by Sarah Postles (Senior Lecturer, Paramedic Sciences) and Ben Woodrow-Hirst (Lecturer Staffs University). Student Perspectives was created to give a platform to those who bring a variety of experiences of being a healthcare student Giving us an insight into their celebrations, struggles and advice. From faith groups, to...

This Month: Rowland Butcher, talking Diversity, Inclusivity and Equity. Mr Roland Butcher is widely known for being the first black man to play international cricket for England. Roland is now embarking on a UK wide tour promoting Diversity, Inclusivity and Equity and is sharing his thoughts with Staffordshire University. Roland is an extremely insightful and enthusiastic presenter, and his though...

This Month: More Staffordshire Tales with Sam O'Brien, Linda Hartley (Associate Dean: Student Experience). Linda Joins Sam for some much needed time out, talking about her role within the senior management team, Grandma's Sweet stash and also her formative experiences in life that led her to be so enthusiastic in her position here at Staffordshire University! Sam Talks with Linda about Life, earli...

WE ARE BACK FOR A NEW SEASON!! After a short hiatus, The Link is back for a new season of explorative and engaging podcasts! This Month: Staffordshire Tales, Tim Davies. Sam O’Brian returns with more Staffordshire Tales. He speaks to Tim Davies, Staffordshire University’s Head of department: Allied Health for theory, covering Operating Department Practice, Midwifery and Paramedical Science. Tim Ta...

This Month: Everything Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia with The Aspie World's Daniel Jones We take an explorative dive into neurodiversity with the inspirational Daniel Jones, founder of The Aspie World, YouTube sensation, influencer, public speaker and international voice on Autism and other neuro-diverse conditions. We talk about Daniel's story, why he created an evidence based support channel on YouT...

Welcome to a brand-new episode of Staffordshire Tales, brought to you by The Link Podcast. On today’s episode, Sam O'Brian speaks to Jessica Runacres, Senior lecturer in research practice at Staffordshire University, School of Health Science and Wellbeing. Get to know Jess, her journey through academia, early education, and her career within Higher Education. Also Get some workflow tips from Jess,...

Welcome to a brand new episode of Staffordshire Tales, brought to you by The Link Podcast. On todays episode, Sam O'Brian speaks to the inspirational Mike Phillips, Executive Dean at Staffordshire University, School of Health Science and Wellbeing. Get to know Mike, his journey through childhood, early education, his career within the NHS as an Operating Department Practitioner (ODP), to his pione...

This podcast series explores the professional journey and broader life experiences of staff and friends from Staffordshire university. So sit back, relax and enjoy these educational, inspirational and entertaining tales from the wonderful and diverse world that is Staffordshire University. This First Episode, we speak to Ed Tolhurst Dr Edward Tolhurst, Senior Lecturer in Health Research, Course Le...

On this months podcast! We talk to the inspirational Amanda Mansfield, who has worked in the pioneering role of consultant midwife for London Ambulance Service. We discuss her career, her experiences and what it has meant- in terms of her legacy, to undertake such a role that has led to better training for pre-hospital professionals and improved patient safety. Amanda also explains another of her...

In this episode Julian provides useful advice for paramedics on how to prepare for and appropriately treat a patient in traumatic cardiac arrest. This incorporates Type 1 and type 2 thinking whilst providing a 'script' to follow in these situations. The second half of the podcast provides a powerful insight into Julian's process of talking with bereaved family members and expands on his own techni...

What do you do rejuvenate or turbocharge? Lizzie Crisp (Senior Midwifery Lecturer) & Ben Woodrow-Hirst (Inter-Professional Education, Lecturer in Allied Health/ Simulation and Tech Enhanced Learning) are today joined by Alisen Dube (Nurse, Medical Statistician & PhD student) and Professor Karen Ousey (Professor of Skin Integrity) to explore the wonderful world of wound care and prevention,...

This month: Ben Woodrow-Hirst (Inter-Professional Education, Lecturer in Allied Health/ Simulation and Tech Enhanced Learning) joins Parker Siviter (Student Paramedic) to have an open and honest conversation about his journey transitioning to his gender. Parker reveals a truly heart-warming truth, navigating his formative years, the unseen struggles, the happiness, telling friends, bravely confron...

*Trigger warning* Contains topics on mental health and trauma Lizzie Crisp (Senior Midwifery Lecturer) & Ben Woodrow-Hirst (Inter-Professional Education, Lecturer in Allied Health/ Simulation and Tech Enhanced Learning) are moved to hear a story that inspired research led by Dr Fiona Cust (Associate professor of children’s nursing and collaborative practice) and Ruth Lovelady (Senior Midwifery...

On this safety focused episode: Lizzie Crisp (Senior Midwifery Lecturer) and Ben Woodrow-Hirst (Inter-Professional Education, Lecturer in Allied Health/ Simulation and Tech Enhanced Learning) find out what a failed launch of space shuttle and hand hygiene have in common? Ben & Lizzie are joined by Dr Ed Tolhurst (Senior Lecturer and Researcher), and Dr Yetunde Ataiyero (Nursing Lecturer and Re...

This month: On 3 June 2017, a terrorist vehicle-ramming and stabbing took place in London, .A van was deliberately driven into pedestrians on London Bridge, and then crashed on the south bank of the River Thames. Its three occupants then ran to the nearby Borough Market area and began stabbing people in and around restaurants and pubs. They were shot dead by City of London Police officers, and wer...

Welcome to the Link at Health and Social Care, brought to you by Staffordshire University! *Trigger Warning* We will be discussing resuscitation attempts in detail, death, dying and explore the emotions and feelings of those involved. At the bottom of the description is a link for Wellbeing if you are affected by any of the subject matter! This month, Ben Woodrow-Hirst (Staffordshire University le...

This month: A large contingent of ex-military personnel move into healthcare professions, but what are their experiences leaving a life in the military to civilian life? What are the struggles? What are the benefits? How can civilians within healthcare and Higher Education institutes support this process? Ben Woodrow-Hirst (Inter-Professional Education, Lecturer in Allied Health/ Simulation and Te...

Ben Woodrow-Hirst (Allied Health Lecturer/Simulation) is joined by the wonderful Carolyn Gair (course director Social Work). In this episode, Carolyn talks openly and passionately about the hidden issues within the Gypsy-Roma Traveller Community (GRT). We challenge pre-conceptions, generally assess the ‘Social norm-Motorway’ and help change our perspectives in this part 1 of 2 series. Part 2: look...

"Code-Switching" this month, Ben Woodrow-Hirst (lecturer in allied health, Simulation and tech enhanced learning at Staffordshire University) and Dawn Lawrence (Lecturer in Social welfare/care, & BAME advocate/campaigner) discuss the principle of code-switching, something that we may all do to a degree, but for some groups of people, it holds a deeper context that is more about survival within...