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In The Loop: the BIG Questions

Hosted by IHSCM · education · EN · 5 episodes

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About this Podcast:

In this podcast series, Roy and Niall leverage their extensive experience in health and social care to engage in insightful conversations with influential figures. They explore the sector's critical issues and challenges, cutting through political rhetoric and hype. Each episode offers a deep dive into the realities of healthcare, providing listeners with a clear understanding of the complexities involved. Who is Niall? Niall Dickson CBE is a prominent health and social care figure. He has held several key positions, including Chief Executive of the NHS Confederation, Chief Executive and Registrar of the General Medical Council, and Chief Executive of The King’s Fund. He has also worked as a journalist for the BBC and was awarded a CBE for his services to patient safety Who is Roy? Roy Lilley is a health policy analyst, writer, broadcaster, and commentator on the National Health Service (NHS) and social issues. He has held various influe

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What is In The Loop: the BIG Questions about?

In this podcast series, Roy and Niall leverage their extensive experience in health and social care to engage in insightful conversations with influential figures. They explore the sector's critical issues and challenges, cutting through political rhetoric and hype. Each episode offers a deep dive into the realities of healthcare, providing listeners with a clear understanding of the complexities involved.

Who hosts In The Loop: the BIG Questions?

In The Loop: the BIG Questions is hosted by IHSCM. The show has published 5 episodes to date.

What has In The Loop: the BIG Questions covered recently?

Recent episodes include "David Meates" (15 October 2026, 47 minutes), "Anita Charlesworth." (22 September 2026, 42 minutes), and "Sir Mike Richards." (13 August 2026, 38 minutes).

How often does In The Loop: the BIG Questions publish?

In The Loop: the BIG Questions publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 38 minutes across 5 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on In The Loop: the BIG Questions?

Booking probability for In The Loop: the BIG Questions is 25%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. In The Loop: the BIG Questions requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher.

Who should pitch In The Loop: the BIG Questions?

The strongest fits for In The Loop: the BIG Questions are Health & Wellness Services. In The Loop: the BIG Questions has an education audience.

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IHSCM hosts In The Loop: the BIG Questions, an education show with 5 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • In The Loop: the BIG Questions

    David Meates

    Oct 15, 202647 min

    In their latest In the Loop podcast Niall Dickson and Roy Lilley grapple with the topic many believe is the Holy Grail of effective healthcare – integration. How do you create a system where physical and mental...

  • In The Loop: the BIG Questions

    Anita Charlesworth.

    Sep 22, 202642 min

    In the Loop – the Big Questions Anita Charlesworth With Niall Dickson and Roy Lilley Do you regard the NHS as an efficient organisation that provides good value for the huge sums that sustain it? How much bang do UK...

  • In The Loop: the BIG Questions

    Sir Mike Richards.

    Aug 13, 202638 min

    In one of the most controversial clinical decisions of recent times, the UK National Screening Committee has ruled against the mass screening of men for prostate cancer. In their latest podcast Niall and Roy question...

  • In The Loop: the BIG Questions

    Dr Bill Kirkup.

    Jul 23, 202639 min

    In their latest podcast Niall and Roy bring back into the Loop, maternity review chair Dr Bill Kirkup following his resignation as an expert advisor to the latest government review of child birth headed by Lady Amos...

  • In The Loop: the BIG Questions

    Jonathan Ashworth.

    Jun 25, 202629 minS0

    <p>In the last election Jonathan Ashworth lost one of Labour’s safest seats. On New Years Day this year, Jonathan suffered a major stroke, aged just 47.</p><p>In this revealing podcast Niall and Roy discover how this...

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  • In The Loop: the BIG Questions

    Jonathan Ashworth.

    Jun 25, 202629 min

    In the last election Jonathan Ashworth lost one of Labour’s safest seats. On New Years Day this year, Jonathan suffered a major stroke, aged just 47. In this revealing podcast Niall and Roy discover how this former key...

  • In The Loop: the BIG Questions

    Ian Higginson, President of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine.

    Jun 4, 202647 minS0

    <p>If there is one clear sign that the NHS is not working, it is the state of its accident and emergency departments. Across the UK, under all sorts of different political regimes, the story is the same. Patients spend...

  • In The Loop: the BIG Questions

    Jim Blair

    May 7, 202636 minS0

    <p>Did you know that you are likely to die 20 years younger if you have a learning disability. Did you know that the great 10 year NHS Plan mentions learning disability 0 times? In their latest podcast Niall and Roy...

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