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From Therapy to Social ChangeThe Age of Humachines: Artificial Intelligence, Social Justice, and the Annihilation of Being Human. Michael D. B. Harvey in Conversation with Mick CooperWhat happens when the line between human and machine begins to blur? Michael Harvey, author of "The Age of Humachines," takes us on a fascinating journey through the rapidly transforming technological landscape where machines are increasingly humanized and humans face mechanization.Harvey introduces us to the five categories of humachines reshaping our world: cognitive systems mimicking human reasoning, emotional technologies reading our feelings, relational machines transforming our communication, robots replacing human functions, and the mechanization of humans themselves through brain-computer interfaces and artificial organs. This isn't science fiction—it's happening now, with companies like Neuralink already implanting te...2025-03-211h 21From Therapy to Social ChangeAlex Sobel MP in Conversation: Being Real in the Political WorldWhat is the reality of political life and how does it affect our MPs? Can they be the real human beings that they are? In this podcast, TaSC members Robbie Curtis and Mick Cooper talk to Labour MP Alex Sobel, as he discusses his journey from environmental and anti-fascist activism to representing an ‘unwinnable’ Labour constituency. With a much-appreciated openness, Alex sheds light on the personal and professional challenges of political life, providing a candid look at some of the mental health challenges faced by politicians in 2025. Alex talks about the stress and isolation that can come with the role...2025-02-1150 minFrom Therapy to Social ChangeDavid Bedrick on Unshaming and Empowerment: From Personal Healing to Systemic ChangeImagine growing up with a constant sense of shame, only to realize later how powerful unshaming witnesses can be in healing that wound. This episode features the insightful David Bedrick, a teacher, counselor, and author, who sheds light on the profound impact of shame on our personal development. Through intimate stories, he reveals how his challenging upbringing, marked by his father's violence and his mother's denial, shaped his understanding of the dual role witnesses play in either perpetuating or alleviating shame. David’s narrative serves as a poignant reminder of how crucial it is to validate and believe in ea...2025-02-1057 minFrom Therapy to Social ChangeMaryam Riaz in Conversation: Liberation Psychology, Islam, Psychotherapy and Paths to Social JusticeMaryam Riaz is a Muslim BACP-accredited psychotherapist and senior lecturer at Leeds Beckett University. In this interview with Robbie Curtis, she shares her unique experiences navigating the world of psychotherapy training and academia and the relevance of social justice for counselling training and practice, a current Leeds Beckett counselling student.As the only person of colour during her counselling training and the first person of colour to open a private practice in Bradford city centre, Maryam shares some of her experiences of racism and prejudice, and advocates for all counselling and psychotherapy training providers to embed themes...2024-12-2046 minFrom Therapy to Social ChangeEmbracing Queer and Autistic Identities: Danny van Deurzen-Smith in conversation with Robbie CurtisWhat if your identity is a tapestry of diverse threads, each contributing to a complex, vibrant whole? This episode invites you to uncover the intricate intersections of queerness and autism with our insightful guest, Danny, an autistic and queer existential coach. Danny's journey of self-discovery as a queer person with a late autism diagnosis sheds light on the unique experiences of feeling like an outsider while embracing the strengths and challenges of neurodivergence. Through personal stories and reflections, we explore the nuanced overlap of queer and autistic identities, emphasizing the richness and authenticity they bring to life. Our...2024-10-3151 minFrom Therapy to Social ChangeExploring boarding school trauma and its impact on leadership and societyCW: Suicide, trauma, abandonment, sexual abuse, alcoholism, rape, slavery, self-harm, homophobia.What happens when privilege, trauma, and leadership intersect within the walls of a boarding school? We invite you to join our compelling conversation with Tom Greaves, Piers Cross, and Jonny Lovett, as they unravel their personal journeys through the labyrinthine world of boarding education. This episode challenges the notion of resilience, questioning whether the experiences of isolation, bullying, and the emotional voids left by early separation can be classified as trauma. We explore the ways these experiences shape leaders, with figures like Boris Johnson and Donald...2024-10-241h 35From Therapy to Social ChangeSimon Cross in Conversation with Robbie Curtis: From Baptist Evangelicalism to Progressive FaithWhat happens when a conservative evangelical embarks on a transformative journey toward progressive Christianity? Join us in an interesting conversation with Simon J. Cross as he unpacks his remarkable shift in faith and ideology. Simon reflects on his evangelical upbringing and the limitations he encountered within traditional evangelical frameworks. He explores how he balances his deep-rooted Christian identity with progressive values, offering profound insights into the importance of change as a cornerstone of his theology and worldview. Through his work at the intersection of mental health, spirituality, and social science, Simon delves into relational theology and mental well-being.2024-09-1755 min
Rock Around The BlogElokuu 2024: Stones, Springsteen, Metallica, Rod Stewart, Dickinson… kesän keikkoja ja levyjäSami Ruokangas ja Juha Kakkuri käyvät läpi kesällä kokemiansa keikkoja ja festareita Chicagon Stones-keikasta Helsingin Storyvillen terassille ja Espanjan festareille.
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Menossa ovat mukana Rolling Stones, Buddy Guy, Chess Records, Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Lady Gaga, Stevie Wonder, Chanel Haynes, Trin-i-tee, Tina Turner, Charlie Watts, Metallica, Bruce Springsteen, Gary Clark Jr., Bettye LaVette, Lainey Wilson, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Tavastia...2024-08-2957 minFrom Therapy to Social ChangeKirk Schneider in Conversation with Robbie Curtis: Addressing Primal Fears to Bridge Societal Divides ahead of the 2024 US ElectionCan understanding primal fears reshape our polarised society? Join us for an interesting conversation with Kirk Schneider, an esteemed psychologist in existential-humanistic existential-integrative psychotherapy. Kirk shares his groundbreaking concept of the "polarized mind," a state driven by primal fear and anxiety, and reflects on how his upbringing, political interests and the US' response to the Iraq War shaped his thoughts on societal issues. Drawing insights from Otto Rank and Ernest Becker, he emphasises the importance of addressing our inner lives and existential struggles to foster a more harmonious society.In navigating some of the complexities of modern...2024-08-0854 minFrom Therapy to Social ChangeIntegrating Social Activism into Therapeutic Practice - Dwight Turner in Conversation with John Wilson and Mick CooperWhat if your personal and political identities could revolutionize your approach to therapy? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dwight Turner, a renowned psychotherapist and social activist, who intricately weaves his journey from a British Caribbean upbringing, school, and military experiences to his transformative time in Berlin. Dwight shares how his exposure to therapy and political literature ignited a passion for integrating activism with his clinical work, challenging the traditional boundaries of psychotherapy.In this episode, we discuss the need for diversity and decolonization within the therapy field. We explore Dwight's role at the University of...2024-05-3052 minFrom Therapy to Social ChangeA Journey Through Psychology and Activism – Sally Zlotowitz in Conversation with Mick CooperHow can psychologist tackle social injustice in mental health services and drive systemic change? Sally Zlotowitz—co-founder of Psychologists for Social Change and Chief Executive of Art Against Knives—shares her journey from cognitive neuropsychology to the world of community psychology. Sally’s personal narrative—witnessing, for instance, the impact on her family pet shop of corporate expansion—shows the deep interconnections between psychology, activism, and social justice that have shaped her career, politics, and philosophy.This episode explores the layers of psychology's Eurocentric and individualistic roots, scrutinizing depoliticization within the psychological field. Sally discusses the importance of embraci...2024-05-141h 05From Therapy to Social ChangeDavid Weaver in Conversation: Intersecting Mental Health, Politics, and Societal TransformationWhat is it like to stand at the crossroads of identity, ancestry, and social change? David Weaver joins us to share his insights on the therapy profession's role in societal transformation. With his unique perspective as a social worker, political advisor, and leadership consultant, David unravels the threads of personal history and professional ambition, weaving a narrative that is both intimate and profound.In dialogue with John Wilson, David covers the complex terrain of systemic racism within the therapy field, dissecting how economic strains, like the ongoing cost of living crisis, exacerbate this problem. David encourages us...2024-05-141h 08From Therapy to Social ChangeCassandra Geisel in Conversation with Will Higham: Unraveling the Complexities of Community Mental Health SystemsNavigating the complicated maze of community mental health is no small feat. Will Higham joins us with insights reflecting his experience from years of working in community mental health across the UK. In conversation with Cassandra Geisel (MBACP), TaSC member with experience in working in community based suicide prevention, we gain an understanding of co-production in mental health services and the necessity for responsive, justice-oriented healthcare systems. As we traverse the shifting political terrain of the UK, Will's personal experiences become a lens through which we examine the broader implications of mental health policies and the urgent need for...2024-05-1450 minFrom Therapy to Social ChangeTalking Across Difference: Islamic and Jewish Experiences in the (Counselling) World—Myira Khan and Mick Cooper in Dialogue, with Nicola BlundenWhat are the intersections of faith, culture and counselling? Myira Khan and Mick Cooper—with Nicola Blunden as Chair—explore our personal identities as a Muslim woman and Jewish man, and how this intersects with our professional training and identities. Through open dialogue, we discuss how global events shape our clinical practice and the unique perspectives we bring to the therapeutic space and training by our faith and cultural identities. We also talk about the prejudices and microaggressions we have faced in the counselling and professional world beyond.How does identity impact on professional life? Myira and Mick...2024-03-011h 20From Therapy to Social ChangeBen Mullings in Dialogue with Mick Cooper: A Mental Health Political Party for Australia—Successes, Challenges, and Lessons LearntDr Ben Mullings, counselling psychologist, has been a fierce advocate for mental health reform in Australia. In this podcast dialogue, Ben describes his journey of establishing the Alliance for Better Access campaign, the battles against Medicare cutbacks, and his pivotal role in establishing the Australian Mental Health Party—the first of its kind worldwide. This conversation is a deep dive into the complexities of shaping policy, the resilience required to challenge political indifference, and the undying spirit of community rallying for the rights to accessible mental health care.Navigating the political landscape requires more than just knowledge; it...2024-02-291h 01From Therapy to Social ChangeEmmy van Deurzen in Dialogue with Mick Cooper: Existential Philosophy, Phenomenology, and the Journey to a Sustainable FutureEmmy van Deurzen is a remarkable woman whose life story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Not only has Emmy led a global renaissance of existential therapy, but she has been figural to the development of psychotherapy in the UK and across Europe. Today, she is at the forefront of the Existential Movement, which strives to bring existential ideas to social and political life. Emmy's narrative weaves the psychological aftermath of World War II with an unyielding pursuit of understanding and global improvement. Through her lens, we gain invaluable insight into existential philosophy's...2024-02-171h 03From Therapy to Social ChangeEyal Rozmarin in Dialogue with Mick Cooper: Identity, Contemporary Psychoanalysis, and Social ChangeEyal Rozmarin is a relational psychoanalyst, widely published author, and an emigrant from Israel to the US. In this dialogue with Mick Cooper, author of Psychology at the Heart of Social Change, Eyal describes the complex tapestry of identity formation and social dynamics, sharing his his own path of transformation. Eyal examines the intricate ways in which societal narratives, external perceptions, and the longing to belong sculpt our inner selves. The episode explores how our identities are interlaced with culture, politics, and the collective yearnings for community.Eyal invites us into the depths of psychoanalytic theory through, f...2024-01-1058 minFrom Therapy to Social ChangeClaudia Turbet-Delof: From Poverty and Racism to Counsellor & CouncillorWalk the journey of an inspiring human rights advocate who hails from Latin America. Claudia is a rare combination of both counsellor and councillor: a fierce believer in the power of socialism and person-centred therapy. From her childhood marked by poverty, racism, and intergenerational trauma to her work as a counsellor, Claudia’s experiences are insightful and compelling, and her belief in mental health as a fundamental human right.Mick Cooper and John Wilson's conversation with Claudia navigates through her life in the UK, her work with Hackney Council, and her role in the Words Matter campaign. Cl...2023-11-1054 minFrom Therapy to Social ChangeJohn Wilson in Conversation with Mick Cooper: From Cult to ContainmentImagine growing up in a community where the group is considered more important than the individual. This was the reality for our guest, John Wilson, a therapist whose unique upbringing in a cult drastically shaped his perspective on life and then therapy. His compelling journey from a highly controlled group to the therapeutic world offers fascinating insights into the impact of cult mentality on individual self-worth and community dynamics. We explore the importance of creating safe spaces for human interaction, an idea that John holds dear. He shares how his personal history helps him understand group dynamics...2023-10-2751 min