Episode Summary: In this powerful episode, Dr Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet with Susan MacRae and Sherri Thomson, two courageous women who have been fighting against the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in cases of childhood sexual abuse. They share their personal stories, the challenges they faced, and their ongoing efforts to bring justice and change to the system. This episode delves into the emotional and legal battles they have endured and highlights the importance of public awareness and legislative change.

https://www.therestitutionproject.ca/about

Since our conversation, Texas and Missouri have passed Trey’s Law, banning NDAs for childhood sexual assault. So, this law will now cover a population of about 87 million people (this includes both Tennessee and California that already have laws banning NDAs for childhood sexual assault.). As the NDA is a tool of human traffickers this is good news!

Key Points:

• Introduction: David welcomes Susan MacRae and Sherri Thomson, who are based in British Columbia and Ontario, respectively, and asks them to share how they met and began working together
• Susan's Story: Susan discusses her experience with a non-disclosure agreement related to childhood sexual abuse, her legal battles, and the impact on her life.
• Sherri's Story: Sherri shares her journey of breaking her NDA, the legal repercussions, and the emotional toll it took on her.
• Legal and Emotional Impact: Both Susan and Sherri discuss the long-term psychological effects of signing NDAs and the challenges of seeking justice.
• Public Awareness and Legislative Change: The importance of public records, the role of the justice system, and the need for legislative changes to protect victims of childhood abuse.
• The Restitution Project: Susan and Sherri talk about their initiative, The Restitution Project, aimed at addressing the misuse of NDAs in cases of childhood abuse.
• Support and Self-Care: How Susan and Sherri support each other and manage the emotional toll of their work.
• Conclusion: Final thoughts on the fight for justice and the importance of continued advocacy.

Episode Summary: In this powerful episode, Dr Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet with Susan MacRae and Sherri Thomson, two courageous women who have been fighting against the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in cases of childhood sexual abuse. They share their personal stories, the challenges they faced, and their ongoing efforts to bring justice and change to the system. This episode delves into the emotional and legal battles they have endured and highlights the importance of public awareness and legislative change.

https://www.therestitutionproject.ca/about

Since our conversation, Texas and Missouri have passed Trey’s Law, banning NDAs for childhood sexual assault. So, this law will now cover a population of about 87 million people (this includes both Tennessee and California that already have laws banning NDAs for childhood sexual assault.). As the NDA is a tool of human traffickers this is good news!

Key Points:

• Introduction: David welcomes Susan MacRae and Sherri Thomson, who are based in British Columbia and Ontario, respectively, and asks them to share how they met and began working together
• Susan's Story: Susan discusses her experience with a non-disclosure agreement related to childhood sexual abuse, her legal battles, and the impact on her life.
• Sherri's Story: Sherri shares her journey of breaking her NDA, the legal repercussions, and the emotional toll it took on her.
• Legal and Emotional Impact: Both Susan and Sherri discuss the long-term psychological effects of signing NDAs and the challenges of seeking justice.
• Public Awareness and Legislative Change: The importance of public records, the role of the justice system, and the need for legislative changes to protect victims of childhood abuse.
• The Restitution Project: Susan and Sherri talk about their initiative, The Restitution Project, aimed at addressing the misuse of NDAs in cases of childhood abuse.
• Support and Self-Care: How Susan and Sherri support each other and manage the emotional toll of their work.
• Conclusion: Final thoughts on the fight for justice and the importance of continued advocacy.

Keywords

clinical psychology, trauma, resilience, education, mental health, policy development, children and families, trauma-informed care, REACH model, well-being

Summary

In this conversation, Dr. Naomi Murphy and David Jones talk with Dr. Warren Larkin who describes his journey from a challenging educational background to becoming a clinical psychologist. He discusses the significant impact of environment on learning, particularly in relation to trauma and resilience. Dr. Larkin emphasizes the importance of working with children and families, advocating for trauma-informed approaches in education and mental health. He reflects on his experiences in policy development and the challenges of implementing trauma-informed care in various settings. The conversation also covers the REACH model, which focuses on routine inquiry about childhood adversity, and highlights the importance of safety and relationships in fostering well-being.

He is now managing director of Warren Larkin Associates which, among other things WLA help organisations recognise and respond more effectively to the needs of staff and clients affected by trauma.

https://warrenlarkinassociates.co.uk/

Takeaways

Warren Larkin's educational journey highlights the impact of supportive environments.

Trauma and resilience are crucial in educational settings.

Early intervention is important, but prevention is even better.

Policy changes often do not translate to practice changes.

The REACH model emphasizes routine inquiry about childhood adversity.

Creating safe environments is essential for effective trauma-informed care.

Relationships are key to resilience and well-being.

Social support is the most powerful factor in coping with stress.

Trauma-informed care is still not well understood in many settings.

There is a need for more robust evaluations of trauma-informed interventions.

Sound bites

"I left school with one O level and one CSE."

"I've never looked back since leaving the NHS."

"Relationships are the best medicine."

Chapters

00:00 Warren Larkin's Journey to Clinical Psychology

03:58 The Impact of Environment on Learning

05:39 Working with Children and Families

08:46 Trauma and Psychosis: A New Perspective

10:41 Policy Development and Challenges

16:25 Success Stories in Mental Health Policy

17:43 Transitioning to Private Practice

20:38 Navigating the NHS and Independent Work

24:53 The REACH Model: Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

32:44 Barriers to Routine Inquiry in Healthcare

38:18 Trauma-Informed Care: Understanding and Application

43:50 Personal Well-Being: Balancing Work and Life

Keywords

clinical psychology, trauma, resilience, education, mental health, policy development, children and families, trauma-informed care, REACH model, well-being

Summary

In this conversation, Dr. Naomi Murphy and David Jones talk with Dr. Warren Larkin who describes his journey from a challenging educational background to becoming a clinical psychologist. He discusses the significant impact of environment on learning, particularly in relation to trauma and resilience. Dr. Larkin emphasizes the importance of working with children and families, advocating for trauma-informed approaches in education and mental health. He reflects on his experiences in policy development and the challenges of implementing trauma-informed care in various settings. The conversation also covers the REACH model, which focuses on routine inquiry about childhood adversity, and highlights the importance of safety and relationships in fostering well-being.

He is now managing director of Warren Larkin Associates which, among other things helps organisations recognise and respond more effectively to the needs of staff and clients affected by trauma.

https://warrenlarkinassociates.co.uk/

Takeaways

Warren Larkin's educational journey highlights the impact of supportive environments.

Trauma and resilience are crucial in educational settings.

Early intervention is important, but prevention is even better.

Policy changes often do not translate to practice changes.

The REACH model emphasizes routine inquiry about childhood adversity.

Creating safe environments is essential for effective trauma-informed care.

Relationships are key to resilience and well-being.

Social support is the most powerful factor in coping with stress.

Trauma-informed care is still not well understood in many settings.

There is a need for more robust evaluations of trauma-informed interventions.

Sound bites

"I left school with one O level and one CSE."

"I've never looked back since leaving the NHS."

"Relationships are the best medicine."

Chapters

00:00 Warren Larkin's Journey to Clinical Psychology

03:58 The Impact of Environment on Learning

05:39 Working with Children and Families

08:46 Trauma and Psychosis: A New Perspective

10:41 Policy Development and Challenges

16:25 Success Stories in Mental Health Policy

17:43 Transitioning to Private Practice

20:38 Navigating the NHS and Independent Work

24:53 The REACH Model: Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

32:44 Barriers to Routine Inquiry in Healthcare

38:18 Trauma-Informed Care: Understanding and Application

43:50 Personal Well-Being: Balancing Work and Life

keywords

whistleblowing, advocacy, tech industry, Psst, Jennifer Gibson, support systems, societal impact, collectivizing, mental health, legal support

summary

In this conversation, Jennifer Gibson, co-founder of Psst, discusses the challenges and importance of whistleblowing, particularly in the tech industry. She emphasizes the need for systemic support for whistleblowers, the risks they face, and the societal implications of silence. Jennifer advocates for a collectivized approach to whistleblowing, providing legal and emotional support to those who dare to speak up. The discussion also touches on the personal challenges faced by advocates in this field and the importance of ethical leadership in corporations.

takeaways

• Psst aims to revolutionize whistleblowing by providing systemic support.
• Whistleblowers often risk everything for societal benefit.
• Collectivizing whistleblowing can provide safety and support.
• The tech industry presents unique challenges for whistleblowers.
• Mental health support is crucial for whistleblowers.
• The societal impact of silence can be detrimental.
• Ethical leadership is needed in the corporate sector.
• Whistleblowing can be a traumatic experience.
• Advocates must take care of their own mental health.
• Life in advocacy is a marathon, requiring resilience.

Sound Bites

• "We need to hold power to account."
• "The stakes are very high in tech."
• "Life is a marathon, not a sprint."

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Whistleblowing and Psst

01:39Jennifer's Journey into Whistleblowing

04:51The Trauma of Whistleblowing

07:54Challenges in the Tech Industry

11:03The Risks of Speaking Up

14:29The Consequences of Silence

18:16The Collective Approach to Whistleblowing

20:50Support Systems for Whistleblowers

23:50Expanding the Model Beyond Tech

25:47Personal Challenges in Advocacy

keywords

whistleblowing, advocacy, tech industry, Psst, Jennifer Gibson, support systems, societal impact, collectivizing, mental health, legal support

summary

In this conversation, Jennifer Gibson, co-founder of Psst, discusses the challenges and importance of whistleblowing, particularly in the tech industry. She emphasizes the need for systemic support for whistleblowers, the risks they face, and the societal implications of silence. Jennifer advocates for a collectivized approach to whistleblowing, providing legal and emotional support to those who dare to speak up. The discussion also touches on the personal challenges faced by advocates in this field and the importance of ethical leadership in corporations.

takeaways

• Psst aims to revolutionize whistleblowing by providing systemic support.
• Whistleblowers often risk everything for societal benefit.
• Collectivizing whistleblowing can provide safety and support.
• The tech industry presents unique challenges for whistleblowers.
• Mental health support is crucial for whistleblowers.
• The societal impact of silence can be detrimental.
• Ethical leadership is needed in the corporate sector.
• Whistleblowing can be a traumatic experience.
• Advocates must take care of their own mental health.
• Life in advocacy is a marathon, requiring resilience.

Sound Bites

• "We need to hold power to account."
• "The stakes are very high in tech."
• "Life is a marathon, not a sprint."

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Whistleblowing and Psst

01:39Jennifer's Journey into Whistleblowing

04:51The Trauma of Whistleblowing

07:54Challenges in the Tech Industry

11:03The Risks of Speaking Up

14:29The Consequences of Silence

18:16The Collective Approach to Whistleblowing

20:50Support Systems for Whistleblowers

23:50Expanding the Model Beyond Tech

25:47Personal Challenges in Advocacy

Keywords

energy medicine, heart health, quantum physics, compassion, healing, consciousness, spirituality, medical model, collective coherence, NextGenHealth

Summary

In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Mitchell Abrams discusses the profound connection between energy medicine, the heart, and consciousness. He shares his personal journey from a scientific background to exploring the emotional and spiritual dimensions of healing, emphasizing the heart's role in compassion and connection. The discussion delves into the relevance of quantum physics in medicine, the need for a new medical model that integrates compassion, and the importance of collective coherence in fostering a healthier society. Dr. Abrams also introduces his organization, NextGenHealth, which aims to cultivate deeper connections and understanding among individuals for a more compassionate world.

Takeaways

Mitch Abrams emphasizes the heart's role in healing beyond its physical function.

Personal experiences, such as heart surgery, can lead to profound shifts in understanding health and healing.

Quantum physics provides insights into the interconnectedness of all beings and the nature of reality.

Compassion and connection are essential for effective healing and healthcare.

The current medical model often neglects the emotional and spiritual aspects of health.

Collective coherence can significantly impact societal well-being and behavior.

There is a growing interest in integrating spirituality and science in medicine.

NextGenHealth aims to empower individuals to reclaim their agency in health and healing.

The importance of community and connection in personal and collective healing.

Journalists have a responsibility to balance negative narratives with positive stories that inspire hope.

Quantum Connections: The Science of the Heart

Keywords

energy medicine, heart health, quantum physics, compassion, healing, consciousness, spirituality, medical model, collective coherence, NextGenHealth

Summary

In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Mitchell Abrams discusses the profound connection between energy medicine, the heart, and consciousness. He shares his personal journey from a scientific background to exploring the emotional and spiritual dimensions of healing, emphasizing the heart's role in compassion and connection. The discussion delves into the relevance of quantum physics in medicine, the need for a new medical model that integrates compassion, and the importance of collective coherence in fostering a healthier society. Dr. Abrams also introduces his organization, NextGenHealth, which aims to cultivate deeper connections and understanding among individuals for a more compassionate world.

Takeaways

Mitch Abrams emphasizes the heart's role in healing beyond its physical function.

Personal experiences, such as heart surgery, can lead to profound shifts in understanding health and healing.

Quantum physics provides insights into the interconnectedness of all beings and the nature of reality.

Compassion and connection are essential for effective healing and healthcare.

The current medical model often neglects the emotional and spiritual aspects of health.

Collective coherence can significantly impact societal well-being and behavior.

There is a growing interest in integrating spirituality and science in medicine.

NextGenHealth aims to empower individuals to reclaim their agency in health and healing.

The importance of community and connection in personal and collective healing.

Journalists have a responsibility to balance negative narratives with positive stories that inspire hope.