The Locked up Living Podcast: Surviving and thriving in prisons and other challenging environments

Auteur(s): Podcasters David Jones & Dr Naomi Murphy
  • Résumé

  • Can institutional culture challenge your mental health? What if your job makes you feel shame, sadness, grief, disgust and fear? What if you are expected not to feel? Or you are expected to be relentlessly competitive? What it’s like to live or work in a prison? Does working with people who commit murder, child abuse and rape affect people who work in prisons and the wider criminal justice system? How do people survive and thrive when facing significant challenges to our emotional health over a lengthy period? How do we protect ourselves and stay compassionate, loving and trusting? Importantly, how do we find and preserve hope? Fyodor Dostoevsky wrote that “The degree of civilisation in a society can be judged by entering its prisons”. In this weekly podcast ,your hosts, David Jones (Forensic psychotherapist) and Dr Naomi Murphy (Consultant Clinical & Forensic Psychologist) hope that exploring less visible aspects of prisons will help listeners see that prisons are a window into society and let us see people not only at their worst but also at their best. We feature a rich range of guests sharing snap shots of life in prisons and take a look at hospitals, schools, sport and the police in order to learn from other institutions. We learn about challenges to human integrity and hear important lessons and heart-warming stories about survival and growth when facing adversity in harsh places. We hope that sharing our conversations can help you make changes to your own relationship with institutions that might challenge your emotional health and well-being. Follow and connect with us and give us feedback. Let us know what you think works, and also what doesn’t. We want you to look forward to the podcast each week. We’ll also be extremely grateful for any reviews that you give us. A simple star or two or a thumbs up will do. Email: lockedupliving@gmail.com or connect with us on: Substack: https://lockedupliving.substack.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedUpLiving Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomimurphypsychologist/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-jones-41910b12/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/lockedupliving/
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  • Dr Paul Greenall (Audio); Understanding Stranger Sexual Violence: Insights and Impacts
    Feb 5 2025

    In this discussion David Jones and Naomi Murphy meet with Dr. Paul Greenall. Dr. Greenall is a seasoned forensic psychologist with extensive experience in secure mental health hospitals and NHS services within prisons.

    Paul delves into the complexities of forensic practice, particularly focusing on the nuances of sexual violence and the importance of treating each case as unique. He emphasizes the need for an ideographic approach, which means understanding the individual circumstances and motivations behind each offender's actions rather than relying solely on group-based research.

    This perspective is crucial, as it acknowledges that even similar offenses can stem from vastly different reasons depending on the individual involved. Paul shares his journey into the field, starting from his early experiences at Ashworth Hospital, Liverpool. He reflects on how these experiences shaped his understanding of the emotional toll that forensic work can take on practitioners. He candidly discusses the potential for desensitisation and the development of gallows humour as coping mechanisms in a profession that often deals with extreme and distressing behaviors.

    The conversation also touches on the societal perceptions of sexual violence, particularly how crime dramas can distort public understanding by portraying stranger assaults as more common than they actually are. Paul points out that most sexual offenses occur within personal relationships, highlighting the need for a more accurate representation of these issues in media and public discourse.

    Throughout the discussion, Paul advocates for the importance of free speech and the value of maintaining a compassionate and positive outlook in forensic practice. He acknowledges the challenges faced by professionals in the field, including the risk of cynicism and burnout, and emphasizes the necessity of self-care and maintaining a sense of purpose. Listeners are encouraged to consider the individual stories behind criminal behavior and to approach each case with empathy and an open mind.

    Paul's research; https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Paul-Greenall

    Paul's book; https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sexual-Offending-Strangers-Paul-Greenall/dp/1032109319

    Find Paul here; https://uk.linkedin.com/in/dr-paul-v-greenall-b470a3300

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    38 min
  • Paul Greenall (Video) Understanding Stranger Sexual Violence: Insights and Impacts
    Feb 5 2025

    In this discussion David Jones and Naomi Murphy meet with Dr. Paul Greenall. Dr. Greenall is a seasoned forensic psychologist with extensive experience in secure mental health hospitals and NHS services within prisons.

    Paul delves into the complexities of forensic practice, particularly focusing on the nuances of sexual violence and the importance of treating each case as unique. He emphasizes the need for an ideographic approach, which means understanding the individual circumstances and motivations behind each offender's actions rather than relying solely on group-based research.

    This perspective is crucial, as it acknowledges that even similar offenses can stem from vastly different reasons depending on the individual involved. Paul shares his journey into the field, starting from his early experiences at Ashworth Hospital, Liverpool. He reflects on how these experiences shaped his understanding of the emotional toll that forensic work can take on practitioners. He candidly discusses the potential for desensitisation and the development of gallows humour as coping mechanisms in a profession that often deals with extreme and distressing behaviors.

    The conversation also touches on the societal perceptions of sexual violence, particularly how crime dramas can distort public understanding by portraying stranger assaults as more common than they actually are. Paul points out that most sexual offenses occur within personal relationships, highlighting the need for a more accurate representation of these issues in media and public discourse.

    Throughout the discussion, Paul advocates for the importance of free speech and the value of maintaining a compassionate and positive outlook in forensic practice. He acknowledges the challenges faced by professionals in the field, including the risk of cynicism and burnout, and emphasizes the necessity of self-care and maintaining a sense of purpose. Listeners are encouraged to consider the individual stories behind criminal behavior and to approach each case with empathy and an open mind.

    Paul's research; https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Paul-Greenall

    Paul's book; https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sexual-Offending-Strangers-Paul-Greenall/dp/1032109319

    Find Paul here; https://uk.linkedin.com/in/dr-paul-v-greenall-b470a3300

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    38 min
  • Harriet Waley-Cohen (audio) Transforming Workplaces: Harriet's Approach to Gender Equality; Fix the system not the women
    Jan 29 2025

    In this episode of Locked Up Living, Naomi and David interview Harriet Waley Cohen. As a seasoned speaker, trainer, coach, and writer with a background in psychology and investment management, Harriet shares her journey and expertise in supporting women in male-dominated environments. She discusses her career transition, personal experiences, and current initiatives on diversity, equality, and inclusion. Harriet also delves into the toxicity of perfectionism and her approach to fostering inclusive corporate cultures.

    Find out more here at: www.harrietwaleycohen.com Why 'Imposter Syndrome' is a DEI issue (and not a mindset issue) - Get Harriet's free report here Download Harriet's collaborative research report into The Sexualisation of Women in the Workplace here Join the conversation and connect with Harriet on LinkedIn here Watch Harriet's talk on the toxicity of perfectionism here Interested to work with Harriet or to book her to speak? Reply here to Allison, her awesome EA at help@harrietwaleycohen.com Video: ITV's This Morning: body positivity and breast cancer
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    35 min

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