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Why I KnitBonus episode Journal Club 3- Experiences of knitting while living with mental distressThis month Dr Paula Redmond and I discuss another research paper into knitting and mental health.The paper we discuss is: Joanna Nordstrand, A. Birgitta Gunnarsson & Greta HäggblomKronlöf (2024) Promoting health through yarncraft: Experiences of an online knitting group living with mental illness, Journal of Occupational Science, 31:3, 504-515, The full text of this article is available here: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14427591.2023.2292281#abstractIf you'd like to learn more about how to use knitting for your self-care, check out our course Self-Care One Stitch at a Time.-------------...2025-03-2744 min
Online For Authors PodcastHerstory Uncovered: 31 Hidden Figures in Women's History with Author Janis Daly #31titleswomeninhistoryMy guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Janis Daly, author of the book The Path Beneath Her Feet and creator of #31titleswomeninhistory, along with four additional authors from the list.
The compiled list of historical fiction represents thirty-one titles to read, discover, learn, and celebrate women who’ve made history, individually or collectively. Their achievements languish in the shadows, awaiting authors to write their stories and readers to embrace them.
According to Janis, developing the list wasn’t easy because there are far more books than she could includ...2025-03-0338 minOnline For Authors PodcastHerstory Uncovered: 31 Hidden Figures in Women's History with Author Janis Daly #31titleswomeninhistoryMy guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Janis Daly, author of the book The Path Beneath Her Feet and creator of #31titleswomeninhistory, along with four additional authors from the list.
The compiled list of historical fiction represents thirty-one titles to read, discover, learn, and celebrate women who’ve made history, individually or collectively. Their achievements languish in the shadows, awaiting authors to write their stories and readers to embrace them.
According to Janis, developing the list wasn’t easy because there are far more books than she could includ...2025-03-0338 minWhy I KnitBonus Episode – Journal Club 2 - the benefits of knitting for personal and social wellbeingThis is our second bonus episode for anyone wanting to know or read more about the research into how knitting can benefit our mental well-being. Fellow clinical psychologist and knitter, Dr Paula Redmond and I will be reading one research paper a month and discussing it in our journal club podcast. We are also planning a Question an Answer episode, so if you have any questions about the research into knitting and mental health or how we use knitting in our work please do email me on mia@therapeuticknitting.org to let me know and...2025-02-2744 minWhy I KnitBonus episode - Journal Club Episode 1 - The impact of needlecraft on mental healthThis is a bonus episode for anyone wanting to know or read more about the research into how knitting can benefit our mental well-being. Fellow clinical psychologist and knitter, Dr Paula Redmond and I will be reading one research paper a month and discussing it in our journal club podcast. This month we are discussing Healing Stitches: a scoping review of the impact of needlcraft on mental health and well-being. The full-text of this article is available here: Healing StitchesI refer to the interview with Betsan Corkhill which you can listen to here: Betsan...2025-01-2735 min
When Work HurtsADHD and BurnoutIn this final episode of the ADHD miniseries Paula discusses ADHD and burnout with Dr Floriana Reinikis, a Clinical Psychologist specialising in neurodivergence, and an ADHDer herself. They discuss the connection between ADHD and burnout, including the impact of workplace environments, over-compensation, perfectionism, and emotional regulation. Dr Reinikis also highlights the importance of understanding your own unique needs to support self-advocacy at work and identify strategies for preventing and responding to burnout.About the speaker:Dr Floriana Reinikis is a Clinical Psychologist specialising in neurodivergence, with extensive experience in conducting ADHD and Autism assessments and...2024-12-101h 05
When Work HurtsBeing a healthcare professional with ADHDThis conversation explores the personal journeys of 3 NHS clinicians diagnosed with ADHD as adults, focusing on their experiences with diagnosis, the impact on their lives, and the challenges they have faced in academic and professional settings. The discussion highlights the complexities of self-disclosure, advocacy, and the need for greater awareness and understanding of ADHD, particularly in women. They reflect on the misconceptions surrounding ADHD and the evolving narrative in society, emphasising the need for a more compassionate and informed approach to neurodivergence.Speakers' recommended resources:Scattered Minds by Gabor MateDirty Laundry by...2024-12-031h 15
When Work HurtsADHD in adulthood - complexities, challenges and opportunitiesPaula speaks with Clinical Psychologist Dr Lauren Breese about some of the complexities, controversies and opportunities around ADHD diagnosis, particularly in relation to work.The conversation includes:what ADHD is and how it might impact people in the workplacegender differences in ADHD presentationthoughts on workplace adaptationscontroversies and misunderstandings about ADHDthe importance of a rigorous assessment processbenefits of seeking an ADHD assessmentnavigating conversations about ADHD with empathy and curiosityAbout the speaker:Dr Lauren Breese is a Clinical Psychologist and founder of 'and Psychology' (an assessment and therapy service for neurodivergent adults) and...2024-11-2658 min
When Work HurtsWhen Work Hurts: Season 6 TrailerDr Paula Redmond, Clinical Psychologist, announces that Season Six of the When Work Hurts podcast is on its way, with a special focus on ADHD.This season is brought to you by the Association of Clinical Psychologists, the representative professional body for clinical psychologists in the UK.It's going to be a little bit different from previous seasons, as it's a three-episode mini-series exploring one topic - ADHD - from a range of perspectives. Over the series, Paula will be speaking with four clinical psychologists and one medic to help us understand some of the...2024-10-2909 min
The Business of PsychologyTherapeutic knitting with Dr Mia Hobbs and Dr Paula RedmondTherapeutic knitting with Dr Mia Hobbs and Dr Paula RedmondWelcome to the Business of Psychology podcast. I am really excited to have Dr Paula Redmond and Dr Mia Hobbs here to talk to me about their new venture in the world of therapeutic knitting. They are both clinical psychologists and avid knitters, and also both alumni of Psychology Business School, so I’m particularly pleased to have them here to talk about their new audio course, which is guiding people in using knitting for self care.Full show notes and a transcript of this ep...2024-10-2558 min
A Guide to After LifeEpisode 7: Therapeutic Knitting for Grief with Dr Paula RedmondIn this episode, Dr. Paula Redmond, a clinical psychologist discusses the therapeutic benefits of knitting during grief.
She explains that knitting involves repetitive, rhythmical movements that can lower blood pressure and induce relaxation. Knitting also provides a sense of accomplishment and progress, which can be especially valuable during times of grief when individuals may feel stuck or helpless. Knitting offers a tactile experience that can anchor individuals in the present moment and provide a distraction from anxious or ruminative thoughts.
Dr. Redmond shares her personal experience of using knitting as a coping mechanism during the...2024-10-1552 min
World’s Your OystaMy thoughts on Matcha, Electrolytes, Crown Affair & MoreWelcome back to Sunday Sessions and this one is a Paula’s Picks where I'm sharing my personal favorites in wellness, workouts, fashion, and more. This month’s picks are:Kroma Beauty Matcha LatteRedmond’s Unflavored Electrolytes Crown Affair’s Ritual Shampoo & Conditioner The Fitizen’s by Val TalveRe One’s Joey SuitMy Rent The Runway Code for 30% offYours Truly by Abby JimenezWhat’s The Juice? Hosted by Olivia Amatrano, episode with Liz MoodyWhether you're here for...2024-05-0516 min
When Work HurtsProfessional Tree of Life - with Dr Julie Fraser & Dr Liz MatiasThe Tree of Life is a narrative therapy approach that helps people to tell stories about themselves in ways that make them stronger. It uses the metaphor of a tree to support this process in creative ways and has a broad applicability in both therapeutic and professional contexts. In this episode, Paula is joined by Dr Julie Fraser and Dr Liz Matias, both clinical psychologists, who have written about their use of the Professional Tree of Life to support NHS staff in the ACP-UK book Psychological Staff Support in Healthcare. They discuss what the approach lo...2024-04-301h 05
When Work HurtsThe Heads and Hearts Model of Reflective Practice - with Dr Arabella KurtzReflective practice groups are a subject that has come up a few times on the podcast as being an important way of supporting both staff wellbeing and patient care. Paula wanted to explore this in more depth, so in this episode she is joined by Dr Arabella Kurtz, consultant clinical psychologist and psychoanalytic psychotherapist to talk about her Heads and Hearts model. They discuss how reflective practice is defined in this context, the different components of the Heads and Hearts model, and common challenges.Arabella and her colleague Dr Joanna Levene have summarised the model i...2024-04-2349 min
When Work Hurtstake heART: how art and creativity can enhance staff wellbeing - with Dr Rachel ChaterArt and creativity are good for the soul, both in and out of work. In this episode Paula is joined by clinical psychologist Dr Rachel Chater, discussing her inspiring work with the take heART Project, which aims to enhance the wellbeing of staff, patients and visitors to the Bedfordshire Hospitals through the arts. Rachel describes how this more unusual psychology role took shape and how it's made a difference at multiple levels within the system. She tells us about some of the lovely art projects they've worked on and how these have been informed by ps...2024-04-161h 08
When Work HurtsGroup Psychological Debriefs following distressing events at work - with Dr Sadie Thomas-UnsworthSo far this series has talked a lot about the impact of traumatic experiences on us as individuals. But working in healthcare usually means working in teams and experiencing distressing events as part of a team.In this episode, Paula speaks with Dr Sadie Thomas-Unsworth, consultant clinical psychologist and lead for staff support and palliative care, about the guidelines she and colleagues have written entitled Group Psychological ‘Debriefs’ - Practice guidance for post-event team reflection following distressing events at work. Published by the Association of Clinical Psychologists and authored by Sadie, Dr Harriet Conniff, Dr Joanna Farrington-Exley, Dr Z...2024-04-091h 03
When Work HurtsUsing EMDR to support healthcare workers - with Dr Michael Paterson OBEEye movement desensitisation and reprocessing, or EMDR, is a NICE recommended psychological treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder, and is also becoming more widely used in the prevention of PTSD in healthcare settings where staff are exposed to traumatic events in their work. In this episode, Paula is joined by Dr Michael Paterson OBE, a clinical psychologist and EMDR Europe accredited senior trainer.Michael describes what EMDR is and how it can be used to support health professionals with both recent and past events, both big T and small T traumas. He also movingly talks about h...2024-04-0251 min
NHS Practitioner Health Wellbeing PodcastSelf-Care One Stitch At a Time with Dr Paula Redmond and Dr Mia HobbsDr Paula Redmond and Dr Mia Hobbs talk to Dr Andrew Tressider about the value of knitting and other crafts in preventing burnout and enhancing wellbeing for health professionals. Dr Paula Redmond and Dr Mia Hobbs have developed an online course to help people use knitting more intentionally for self-care, which is now available at https://creativerestoration.org/. Dr Paula Redmond is a Clinical Psychologist who offers specialist online therapy and consultations for doctors, nurses, and therapists. She has worked in the NHS for over 15 years, primarily in older adult mental health services, where she supports individuals a...2024-03-2732 min
When Work HurtsCoping with trauma as a health professional - with Dr Yvonne WaftHealth professionals are not immune to trauma. In fact, many are motivated to become healthcare professionals as a way of understanding and even healing their own wounds. They are also vulnerable to experiencing trauma in their personal lives just as much as anyone else is, and especially likely to be exposed to trauma in their work. In this episode, Paula is joined by Dr Yvonne Waft, a clinical psychologist and EMDR consultant. Yvonne is the author of a new book, published by Sequoia Books in association with the ACP-UK, called Coping with Trauma: Surviving and Th...2024-03-261h 00
When Work HurtsWhen Work Hurts: Season 5 TrailerDr Paula Redmond, clinical psychologist, is back for season five of the When Work Hurts podcast. On this show, she explores the stories behind the statistics of the mental health crisis faced by health professionals today and provides hope for a way out through compassion, connection, and creativity. This season is brought to you by the Association of Clinical Psychologists, the representative professional body for clinical psychologists in the UK. Join Paula as she talks to inspiring clinical psychologists about their work in this field and learn how we can support ourselves and each other wh...2024-03-1906 min
How To Write a Book Podcast239: Mastering the Art of Writing: Insights from Frank Zafiro's JourneyGuest: Frank Zafiro Episode Name: Mastering the Art of Writing: Insights from Frank Zafiro's Journey Episode Number: 239 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About the guest Frank Zafiro, a retired captain with a background in military intelligence, embarked on a prolific writing career specializing in gritty crime fiction from both law enforcement and criminal perspectives. Serving in the U.S. Army and later as a police officer in Spokane, Washington, Frank's experience is reflected in his acclaimed River City and SpoCompton series, featuring an ensemble cast of officers and criminals. After retiring in 2013, he dedicated...2024-01-2552 min
How To Write a Book Podcast211: Unlocking the Secrets of Rewriting: Patricia Crisafulli's Creative Journey [NANOWRIMO Day 8]Guest: Patricia Crisafulli Episode Name: Unlocking the Secrets of Rewriting: Patricia Crisafulli's Creative Journey [NANOWRIMO Day 8] Episode Number: 211 ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About the guest Patricia Crisafulli is the proud founder and publisher of FaithHopeandFiction.com, an online literary magazine and vibrant community of readers and writers who relish stories that inspire and entertain. An award-winning and New York Times bestselling author, she recently launched her debut novel, The Secrets of Ohnita Harbor, the inaugural installment in the Ohnita Harbor Mystery series by Woodhall Press. Patricia's novel is rooted in her creative thesis, e...2023-11-0847 min
When Work HurtsEmotional support swims with Newfoundland dogs - with Pete LewinPete Lewin is a paramedic and director of Pete Lewin Newfoundlands.Pete and his pack of beautiful emotional support dogs take people out to swim with them (including frontline workers and first responders) with often transformative results. In this episode, he talks movingly about his work with the dogs and also some of the hard times he's been through in his paramedic career. Pete's website: http://petelewinnewfoundlands.co.uk/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeteLewinNewfoundlands________________________________Full podcast transcript hereOr watch as a video with subtitles2022-12-1244 minWhen Work HurtsVicarious traumatisation in healthcare - with Anne McKechnieHealth and social care professionals who work with people who've suffered traumatic experiences are themselves at risk of vicarious traumatisation. So what can you do to understand and protect yourself from this?This week Dr Paula Redmond is joined by Anne McKechnie, an independent Consultant Forensic and Clinical Psychologist.The pair discuss the psychological impact of being in a caring profession and the differences between vicarious traumatisation, secondary trauma, compassion fatigue and burnout. Anne also outlines steps we can take to prevent vicarious traumatisation at organisational, team and individual levels.2022-12-051h 00When Work HurtsCreative enquiry and flourishing in medical education - with Dr Louise YounieThe ways in which we relate to work are often shaped by our training experiences, and this is particularly true in medical education.Today Paula is talking to Dr Louise Younie, GP and Clinical Reader in Medical Education at Queen Mary University of London. The pair discuss how Louise draws on creative enquiry and the concept of flourishing to support medical students to embrace their vulnerability, find their voice, and value their humanity.You can connect with Louise on Twitter @LouiseYounie, or via her website. Also see her book chapter What Does Creative...2022-11-2846 minWhen Work HurtsInternal Family Systems and working in healthcare - with Wendy KendallInternal Family Systems, or IFS, is a relatively new model of psychotherapy with a growing evidence base.In this episode Dr Paula Redmond takes a closer look at IFS with occupational psychologist Wendy Kendall. Wendy explores its application for making sense of how we relate to work as healthcare professionals, and how IFS can help us find space among the overwhelm.Wendy is a chartered occupational psychologist and an IFS practitioner who specialises in helping self-employed psychologists grow their private practices. You can find out more about Wendy's work on her website, and...2022-11-2139 minWhen Work HurtsBurnout In Healthcare - with Dr Julie HighfieldBurnout is a really hot topic in healthcare. Every day there are new reports about NHS staff hitting higher and higher levels of burnout. But for a term that is used so much, how many of us know exactly what it is? And how can we begin to solve the issue?In this episode Dr. Julie Highfield - a Consultant Clinical Psychologist in adult and pediatric critical care, and National Wellbeing Director for the Intensive Care Society - shares her expertise on the topic.You can connect with Julie on social...2022-11-1455 min
Redmond Presbyterian ChurchEpisode 5 - Paula Park on Walkinga walking group teaches us about how simple and profound loving our neighbors can be2022-10-1100 min
Downtown SoulvilleWhy don't we do it in the road from Oct 7, 2022Chuck Edwards - "Downtown Soulville" - 45
Music behind DJ:
Frenchy and the Chessmen - "Beetle Bebop" - 45
Larry and Johnny - "Beatle Time (Pt. 1)" - 45
The Del-Rico's - "Beetle Crawl" - 45
Paula Lamont - "A Beatle Meets a Ladybug" - 45
The Del-Rico's - "Beetle Hootenany" - 45
Music behind DJ:
The Jones Boys featuring Bongo Pete - "Beatlemania" - 45
Ella Fitzgerald - "Ringo Beat" - Youtube
Betty Willis - "Act Naturally" - 45
J.J. Barnes - "Day Tripper" - 45
Big Maybelle - "Eleanor Rigby" - 45
Music...2022-10-081h 09The Business of PsychologyBurnout in private practice with Dr Paula RedmondBurnout in private practice with Dr Paula RedmondToday, I'm really happy to be back after my break and talking to the wonderful Dr Paula Redmond. Paula is a clinical psychologist who specialises in burnout, which is a very pertinent topic for me right now, as I recently took a bit of a break from the podcast and my social media profiles because I managed to burn myself out. Paula is an extremely helpful and knowledgeable psychologist, she's a member of the Do More Than Therapy membership, and we've done some coaching together. I've been d...2022-09-091h 11
Rádio UFRJ | Sementes da CiênciaRedes sociais estruturadas em dinâmicas de competiçãoPesquisadores da COPPEAD/UFRJ, em parceria com a ESPM-RJ, investigaram os possíveis impactos do uso de mídias sociais. Foram encontradas dinâmicas de competição e comparação, incentivadas por estruturas de gamificação. Coordenadora da pesquisa, Paula Chimenti fala sobre os desdobramentos do uso das plataformas. Produção e apresentação: Mariana RedmondEdição: Thiago Kropf2022-07-2505 min
Why I KnitKnitting for compassion, connection and creativity with Dr Paula RedmondDr Paula Redmond is a clinical psychologist who specialises in working with healthcare professionals who have experienced burnout or workplace trauma. Paula and I met through the world of psychology, and I was delighted to meet another clinical psychologist who knits, and also speaks about creativity, including knitting, in her work. Paula speaks about her personal journey with knitting and how it benefits her mental wellbeing, as well as how she believes it can be helpful to her clients.Dr Paula RedmondWebsite: Paularedmond.comLinkedIn: Paula RedmondFacebook: Paula Redmond2022-07-1452 minWhen Work Hurts"The NHS as Death Mother" - a conversation with Dr Libby NugentTo understand how and why we get caught up in unhelpful dynamics with our work we need to consider the role of the unconscious. Dr Libby Nugent is a clinical psychologist who uses a psychoanalytic approach to understand our complicated relationship with work. She draws on Jungian theory, group analysis, myths and fairy tales to explore the painful complexities that face us as healthcare professionals - and how to respond to these through creativity, community, care and choice.You can find out more about Libby's work, including the reflective groups she runs, at www.libbynugent...2022-07-1150 minWhen Work Hurts"Surviving suicide" - a conversation with Dr Rachel GibbonsThis episode contains discussion of suicide and its impactLosing a patient or colleague to suicide can be devastating. In this episode Dr Rachel Gibbons (psychiatrist, psychoanalyst and group analyst) talks about her personal experience of surviving patient suicide and the work she has done to understand suicide and homicide; its impact on healthcare staff; and what helps.The Royal College of Psychiatrists has produced a number of resources to support staff when a patient dies by suicide - you can find them here.If you've been affected by the issues in this...2022-07-0450 minWhen Work Hurts"Knitting for wellbeing" - a conversation with Dr Mia HobbsDr Mia Hobbs is a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about the mental health benefits of knitting.She also hosts the podcast Why I Knit. She and Paula explore how we can use craft, and knitting in particular, to benefit our mental health - and how this is especially relevant for health professionals.You can find Mia at www.therapeuticknitting.org and on Instagram @knittingistherapeuticIf you'd like a copy of the PDF she mentioned email her: mia@therapeuticknitting.orgI'd love to connect with you so come and...2022-06-2742 minWhen Work Hurts"Tackling racial inequalities in the NHS workforce" - A conversation with Owen ChinembiriRacism and racial inequality continues to plague the NHS - with negative outcomes for individual staff, but also for organisations and patients.To get to grips with this issue, and how to tackle it, Dr Paula Redmond speaks to Owen Chinembiri. Owen is Senior Implementation Lead at the NHS Race & Health Observatory - but is chatting today in a personal capacity.As you might imagine racism and examples of racism are discussed in this episode.Here are the links/resources Owen mentions:Links between NHS staff experience and patient satisfactionRacism in Nursing G...2022-06-2054 minWhen Work Hurts"Being a Doctor-Patient" - A conversation with Dr Claire DaviesBeing a doctor and a patient can be a challenge. Not only do you have to deal with your illness, but you also need to deal with the identity conflicts this can create.In this episode Dr Paula Redmond talks to GP, coach and writer Dr Claire Davies about her experience as a doctor-patient when she was diagnosed with Lupus. And how it didn't fit her narrative at all.You can find Claire at her website www.clairelouisedavies.com or on LinkedIn.I'd love to connect with you so come and...2022-06-1337 minWhen Work Hurts"Civility saves lives" - A conversation with Dr Chris TurnerBeing treated rudely at work can have a horrible impact on us. Unfortunately it's an all too common experience if you work in healthcare. And the consequences can reach far beyond the individual - affecting teams and patient care.In today's episode Paula talks to Dr Chris Turner (Consultant in Emergency Medicine and co-founder of Civility Saves Lives) about his work understanding and tackling incivility in healthcare.Civility Saves Lives website: www.civilitysaveslives.comLearning from Excellence website: www.learningfromexcellence.comI'd love to connect with you so come and find...2022-06-061h 06
BMJ talk medicineCreativity and wellbeingPaula Redmond, clinical psychologist who supports healthcare workers experiencing burnout and other difficulties related to their job. Before this, she worked for the NHS until she experienced bullying, and a lack of support from her organisation, which made her strike out on her own.
In this wellbeing podcast, she describes the way in which her experience of bullying affected her, and how she used the creative process to help her move on.
She and Cat Chatfield discuss what creativity actually is, and why small projects can be just as useful as big complex ones - depending upon what you need...2022-04-2235 minThe BMJ PodcastCreativity and wellbeingPaula Redmond, clinical psychologist who supports healthcare workers experiencing burnout and other difficulties related to their job. Before this, she worked for the NHS until she experienced bullying, and a lack of support from her organisation, which made her strike out on her own.
In this wellbeing podcast, she describes the way in which her experience of bullying affected her, and how she used the creative process to help her move on.
She and Cat Chatfield discuss what creativity actually is, and why small projects can be just as useful as big complex ones - depending upon what you need...2022-04-2235 min
Medicine and Science from The BMJCreativity and wellbeingPaula Redmond, clinical psychologist who supports healthcare workers experiencing burnout and other difficulties related to their job. Before this, she worked for the NHS until she experienced bullying, and a lack of support from her organisation, which made her strike out on her own.
In this wellbeing podcast, she describes the way in which her experience of bullying affected her, and how she used the creative process to help her move on.
She and Cat Chatfield discuss what creativity actually is, and why small projects can be just as useful as big complex ones - depending upon what you need...2022-04-2235 min
The Cosmic Business Podcast47: Farm Life, Climate Change, and Transition with Judith RedmondToday’s episode features a special friend who has been an important part of my life for over a decade. We are discussing sustainable agriculture, climate change, and more! Join us!Judith Redmond has been a farmer for over 30 years. She is one of the founders and owners of Full Belly Farm in the beautiful Capay Valley of northern California. In addition to overseeing 400 acres and 80 different crops, Judith has run their CSA (community-supported agriculture) program and managed the weekly Farmer’s Market. With many hands-on tasks, Judith is also part of the regulatory compliance effort and help...2022-04-1849 minWhen Work HurtsA Compassion Warm Up - An exercise with Dr Chris IronsIf you were running a marathon or doing any kind of athletic training it's unlikely you'd start without a warm up or end without cooling down. And it's the same with being compassionate in healthcare work - you need to warm up your compassion muscles, and cool down at the end of your working day or shift.In this bonus episode Dr Chris Irons takes Dr Paula Redmond and you through an exercise you can do as your own compassion warm up and cool down. I'd love to connect with you so come and find...2022-04-1818 minWhen Work Hurts"How To Do Compassion" - A conversation with Dr Chris IronsCompassion is a big buzzword right now in healthcare, but what does it really mean and how can you actually be more compassionate?This week Paula is joined by clinical psychologist Dr Chris Irons, an expert in Compassionate Mind Training.The pair examine what compassion is, why it matters and how it can be applied within organisations and teams as well as on a personal level. Chris discusses why self-compassion is such a tricky concept, especially for health professionals and how this is a skill that is something we can learn, for the benefit of...2022-04-1857 minWhen Work Hurts"The Whole Yoga Thing" - A conversation with Dr Peter DonnellyStaff wellbeing initiatives - like yoga classes - can feel like a cynical move by employers to paper over the cracks of the very serious issues affecting staff.But wellbeing is imporant - not just for healthcare workers themselves, but for patients too.Dr Peter Donnelly is a consultant paediatric intensivist at the Royal Hospital For Children in Glasgow, as well as being the Chair of the Wellbeing Special Interest Group for the Paediatric Critical Care Society.He joins Dr Paula Redmond for this episode to explain how staff wellbeing initiatives can be...2022-04-1141 minWhen Work Hurts"Something Shiny Just For Me" - A conversation with Megan TjasinkArt therapy in healthcare settings has traditionally been used to support patients.But it's also a practice being used with doctors struggling with burnout.In this episode Dr Paula Redmond chats to Megan Tjasink, Lead Art Psychotherapist in Cancer and Palliative Services, at Barts Health NHS Trust in London.She talks about her work with doctors and how art therapy and creative practice can help in coping with burnout.Here are some of the resources Megan mentioned:Her paper on art therapy to reduce burnout in oncology and palliative care...2022-04-0449 min
Rabbitt Stew ComicsEpisode 345Comic List: DC Batman/Faze Clan 1 by Josh Trujillo, Scot Eaton, Norm Rapmund, Tony Avina Batman: Beyond the White Knight 1 by Sean Murphy, Dave Stewart Sensational Wonder Woman Special 1 by Paula Sevenbergen, Stephanie Phillips, Scott Kolins, Paul Pelletier, Alitha Martinez, Norm Rapmund, Dexter Vines, Vicente Cifuentes, Carrie Strachan, Adriano Lucas, Wendy Broome Shadow War Alpha by Joshua Williamson, Viktor Bogdanovic, Daniel Henriques, Mike Spicer War For Earth-3 2 by Robbie Thompson, Dennis Hopeless, Kieran McKeown, Dexter Vines, Ariel Olivetti, Julio Ferreira, Brent Peeples, Matt Herms Marvel Amazing Spider-Man 93 by Zeb Wells, Patrick Gleason, Bryan Valenza, Sara Pichelli, Carlos Lopez...2022-04-033h 08When Work HurtsPassengers On The Bus - An exercise with Ross McIntoshIn this bonus episode Work Psychologist Ross McIntosh takes Dr Paula Redmond and you through an ACT exercise called "Passengers On The Bus" to help identify unhelpful mind chatter.Click here for the accompanying handout.2022-03-2811 minWhen Work Hurts"Disconnecting from work" - A conversation with Ross McIntoshDisconnecting from work can be a real struggle for many people working in healthcare -which can have a huge impact on our mental health.In this episode Dr Paula Redmond speaks to work psychologist Ross McIntosh about about bringing contextual behavioural science and ACT to the workplace - particularly around disconnecting from work.Ross guides Paula (and you) through a useful exercise (the ACT Matrix) to help you disconnect so you might want to find a quiet spot to listen. Click here for the accompanying handout.There's also a bonus episode today of...2022-03-2844 minWhen Work Hurts"I need to be well" - A conversation with Emily MoorhouseEmily Moorhouse is a public health nurse. But in March 2020 she was working in nurse. At the time she thought it was her dream job, but as the pandemic hit the UK she began to struggle with her mental health. In this episode Emily talks to Dr Paula Redmond about the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, how she took time off to recover and eventually made a career change.Emily also mentions how she got help from Frontline-19. Paula spoke to Frontline-19 founder Claire Goodwin-Fee in Series 1, episode 3 so if you want to hear more...2022-03-2157 minWhen Work Hurts"A world that should be but isn't" - A conversation with Dr Esther MurrayWelcome to Season 2 of the When Work Hurts podcast.We start this second series of conversations with a look at moral injury. It's a term we've come to hear a lot recently, so to get a fuller understanding of what moral injury is I chat to health psychologist and expert in moral injury amongst healthcare workers, Dr Esther Murray.Esther's book is The Mental Health and Wellbeing of Healthcare Practitioners.You can connect with Esther on Twitter @EM_HealthPsychI'd love to connect with you so come and find...2022-03-1454 minWhen Work Hurts“Who’s holding the hope?" A conversation with Dame Clare GeradaDame Clare Gerada is known as the Doctor's Doctor. She's the medical director and founder of Practitioner Health and as well as chair of the charity Doctors In Distress. She's also the president of the Royal College of GPs and a practising GP in south London. In this episode you'll hear her thoughts on what the pandemic has been like for GPs and the unique pressures they have felt. If you want to find out more about her book "Beneath The White Coat" you can find it here.And for information about Practitioner...2022-02-1440 minWhen Work Hurts“The Power of Us” A conversation with Jan BostockJan Bostock is a consultant clinical psychologist who works in the Northeast and Cumbria Wellbeing Hub for health and social care staff. She's also a key figure in the development of the Power Threat Meaning Framework (BPS, 2018), and is co-chair of the British Psychological Society committee for the Framework. As well as reflecting on her experiences of the pandemic we also discuss how issues around power and social justice can be key to dealing with the mental health of those working for the NHS and social care.You can find your local Wellbeing H...2022-02-0749 minWhen Work Hurts“We want to be seen as whole people” A conversation with Dr Heidi EdmundsonDr. Heidi Edmundson is a consultant in emergency medicine at the Whittington Hospital in London.She actively campaigns to "make wellbeing a thing" for hospital staff - through addressing barriers to basic needs such as taking breaks and access to hot food. She has also introduced creative tools and techniques to foster wellbeing amongst teams.In this episode we explore these initiatives and why they are so important in enabling staff to be seen as whole people.She also takes me through a simple creative exercise - grab a pen and paper so...2022-01-311h 06When Work Hurts"Nobody Is OK" A conversation with Claire Goodwin-FeeWhen work and life hurts being able to talk about how we feel and have those feelings heard and validated can make a huge difference to how we navigate and survive trauma.For those working on the front line, during the COVID pandemic, this has never been more important. I spoke with Claire Goodwin-Fee a psychotherapist who set up an organisation called Frontline19 to respond to this.Frontline19 offers free psychological support to frontline staff, delivered by qualified and vetted volunteer therapists. To find out more about Frontline19 you can visit their website...2022-01-2443 minWhen Work Hurts"Finding Our Values In Our Pain" A conversation with Dr Joe OliverOver the last couple of years many people have been reflecting on how closely our working lives are aligned with our values. For health professionals in particular the gap between how we want things to be, and how they are, can cause huge distress. I talk about this and other topics with consultant clinical psychologist Dr. Joe Oliver who is an expert in acceptance and commitment therapy as well as an associate professor at UCL. He also leads an exercise for listeners towards the end of our conversation that involves mindfully tapping into values.2022-01-171h 03When Work Hurts"What A Time To Be Alive" A conversation with Dr Rosie BaruahStaff in intensive care have found themselves right at the heart of the COVID-19 pandemic.In this episode I speak to Dr Rosie Baruah, a consultant in critical care medicine and anesthesia at the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh, about the pressures faced by those working to look after the sickest patients.We covered a range of subjects around working through the pandemic, including burnout and moral injury, as well as gender bias in medicine. You can follow Rosie on Twitter @RosieICM.I'd love to connect with you so come and...2022-01-1758 min
The Wednesday Point PodcastCPACE with Paula Latasa and Todd GrayFrom KPOV High Desert Community Radio, Paula Latasa of 350 Deschutes and Todd Gray, CFO for Merete Hotel Management & Vice President of Finance for Sycan B Corp, discuss CPACE (Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy) funding program in Deschutes County and a pending project in Redmond with Louise and Mary Ann.KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www.kpov.org. High Desert Community Radio offers locally produced programs not heard on any other area radio stations, including civic affairs, election coverage, and the most diverse music...2022-01-1213 minWhen Work HurtsWhen Work Hurts - TrailerDoctors, nurses and allied health professionals are experiencing unprecedented levels of distress due to their work.Join clinical psychologist Dr Paula Redmond as she talks to inspiring clinicians and thought leaders about the stories behind the mental health statistics, and how compassion, connection and creativity can offer hope when work hurts.Follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode.2022-01-0706 minThe Business of PsychologyCreating more impact in your independent practice: How do I test if my “more than therapy” idea will work?Creating more impact in your independent practice: How do I test if my “more than therapy” idea will work?This was a great question that came from one of our Do More Than Therapy members, Dr Paula Redmond. Paula has a practice helping health professionals deal with stress and burnout and she is part of our programme for people who have a thriving practice already but who want to find more creative and impactful ways to serve people. She identified what is a big problem for many psychologists and therapists in private/independent practice, we just don’t know...2021-06-1831 min
IT i TO#11: Chmura od środka prosto z Redmond - Daniel StefaniakCzy zastanawiałeś się kiedyś jak tworzy się rozwiązania dla 400 MILIONÓW (sic!) użytkowników? Kto decyduje i jak o tym co zostanie zrobione? A co dzieje się, gdy taka usługa "padnie" i 400 milionów ludzi nie może się zalogować do usług? W tym odcinku o chmurze, z samego jej środka czyli z Redmond - rozmowa z szalenie pozytywną i otwartą osobą jaką jest Daniel Stefaniak, Senior Program Manager z firmy Microsoft, pracujący przy usłudze Azure AD. Jak to podsumował nasz naczelny "monter" podcastu - (...) To podcast z tym facetem, którego śmiec...2021-06-181h 13
Online Marketing Basics for Busy Website OwnersThe secrets of time management and how to get stuff done in your businessWelcome to this episode of the Online Marketing Basics for Busy Website owners, where I talk to a selection of business owners about how they manage time in their business.Time management has always been something that I've been interested in working as a digital project manager in my corporate past.I managed teams of designers, developers, copywriters, marketeers, all to create and deliver a project on a particular date and within budget.Understanding how long tasks will take to complete was something I had to continually study and review as team members...2021-05-1058 min
Get Leaner & Live Longer004: The Low Carb Game ShowAs always, the guys are breaking new ground in the world of Health Comedy by introducing the first ever: Low Carb Game Show. Check out episode 004 of The Low Carb Hustle podcast as super fan Paula Miller tackles six rounds of questions and amazing low carb challenges with a chance to win fame, fortune, and cool low carb prizes. In order to complete the Low Carb Gauntlet Paula must successfully conquer each round of the game show: Round One: How many carbs? Sponsored by Select Savory Seasonings Round Two: Name that low carb influencer...2021-01-2729 minGet Leaner & Live Longer004: The Low Carb Game ShowAs always, the guys are breaking new ground in the world of Health Comedy by introducing the first ever: Low Carb Game Show. Check out episode 004 of The Low Carb Hustle podcast as super fan Paula Miller tackles six rounds of questions and amazing low carb challenges with a chance to win fame, fortune, and cool low carb prizes. In order to complete the Low Carb Gauntlet Paula must successfully conquer each round of the game show: Round One: How many carbs? Sponsored by Select Savory Seasonings Round Two: Name that low carb influencer...2021-01-2729 min
The Divine Comedians PodcastEpisode 10: Michael RedmondIn this episode, I chat with Irish comedian, Michael Redmond. We talk about his life, career and comedy in general. We also chat about his role as Father Paul Stone in 'Father Ted' and about some of the music he enjoys listening to.Music Intro & outro;"Glitter Blast" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-10-091h 02
Saturday LiveLemn SissayThe poet Lemn Sissay, lexicographer Susie Dent and conservationist Ian Redmond join the Reverend Richard Coles and Aasmah Mir.Lemn Sissay is a poet and broadcaster who has written extensively about his childhood in care. His new collection of poetry Gold from the Stone is published by Canongate Books.Susie Dent is a lexicographer who is the resident word expert in Dictionary Corner on Countdown and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Her book Dent's Modern Tribes - The Secret Languages of Britain is published by John Murray Publishers.Ian Redmond is a wildlife...2017-12-301h 25
On the Road with Legal Talk NetworkABA Section of Antitrust Law Spring Meeting 2017: The View from Veteran In-House Antitrust CounselThere isn’t just one way to practice antitrust law. In this Special Report, host January Kim talks to the in-house antitrust lawyers of large corporations, including Gary Zanfagna with Honeywell, Brian Henry with Coca-Cola, Rich Wallis with Microsoft, and Paula Martucci with Wal-Mart about the difference between private and in-house practices. Their discussion includes what skills are needed for in-house lawyers and what they enjoy most about their positions. They also talk about how their ABA Antitrust Section leadership positions have helped their careers. Brian R. Henry is senior managing counsel at Venturing and Emerging Brands an...2017-05-0128 min
I Hear of Sherlock EverywhereChris Redmond"Billy had appeared in answer to a ring." [MAZA] It's a rare thing to find a Sherlockian legend these days, but Chris Redmond certainly qualifies as one. From his investiture in the Baker Street Irregulars at the tender age of 16 to his long association with the Bootmakers of Toronto, he is a respected speaker at all kinds of Sherlockian events. And online, he's probably best known for his longstanding and comprehensive reference site . Chris's writing output is impressive, steady and ranges from the scholarly to the humorous. In Bed with Sherlock Holmes, Welcome to America, Mr. Sherlock Holmes and A Sherlock...2016-06-301h 17
I Hear of Sherlock EverywhereEpisode 99: Chris Redmond"Billy had appeared in answer to a ring." [MAZA] It's a rare thing to find a Sherlockian legend these days, but Chris Redmond, BSI ("Billy"), ASH, MBt certainly qualifies as one. From his investiture in the Baker Street Irregulars at the tender age of 16 to his long association with the Bootmakers of Toronto, he is a respected speaker at all kinds of Sherlockian events. And online, he's probably best known for his longstanding and comprehensive reference site Sherlockian.net. Chris's writing output is impressive, steady and ranges from the scholarly to the humorous. In Bed with Sherlock Holmes, Welcome to A...2016-06-301h 17
Porchlight Storytelling SeriesLast One to Leave Please Turn Out the LightsA very special edition of the Bay Area’s longest-running storytelling series, now in its 13th year! An evening of unforgettable stories by a stellar cast of feisty San Franciscans who are STILL HERE. So you know: This show is not meant to be a bummer, but rather a rollicking night featuring people who love this city and would prefer to stay here and keep on loving it. Stories from: Tim Redmond, Cammy Blackstone, Rio and Rene Yañez, Marilynn Fowler, Shannon Matesky and Ed Wolf. Also featuring songs by: Stephen Smith and Tom Heyman. Hosted...2015-05-121h 24
National Writing ProjectCalling America: People Who Get Our GoatThe Ex-Con, By Paula Parson, Read by Paula Parson; Fried, By Glennis Redmond, Read by Sarah Moisan-Thomas2009-08-0403 min
The Writing Show 2008 ArchivesWhat Do Publishers Want from Query Letters and Proposals?With Jennifer Silva Redmond, Editor-in-Chief of Sunbelt Publications2008-11-0900 minThe Writing ShowWhat Do Publishers Want from Query Letters and Proposals?With Jennifer Silva Redmond, Editor-in-Chief of Sunbelt Publications2008-11-0900 min