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Social Work Journeys

Hosted by GSSWSR at Bryn Mawr College · education · EN · 34 episodes

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Official podcast of the Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research (GSSWSR) at Bryn Mawr College. Season 4 looks at social work from an interdisciplinary lens. Together we’ll hear from thinkers and changemakers from outside the world of social work as we explore how their ideas and work intersect with our own. Join us as we follow the people, stories and winding paths that shape the world of social work.

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Guest openness

Selective

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What is Social Work Journeys about?

Official podcast of the Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research (GSSWSR) at Bryn Mawr College. Season 4 looks at social work from an interdisciplinary lens. Together we’ll hear from thinkers and changemakers from outside the world of social work as we explore how their ideas and work intersect with our own.

What has Social Work Journeys covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Season 4, Episode 8: Esha Dev and Sarah D'Antonio Reflecting on Their Graduate School Journey" (13 May 2026, 20 minutes), "Season 4, Episode 7: Kary Stone and Lorelai Vargas on Leadership, Systems Change, and the Future of Social Work" (7 April 2026, 42 minutes), and "Season 4, Episode 6: Provost Dee Matthews on Poetry and Social Work's Healing Intersection" (17 March 2026, 29 minutes).

How often does Social Work Journeys publish?

Social Work Journeys publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 32 minutes across 34 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Social Work Journeys?

Booking probability for Social Work Journeys is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Social Work Journeys requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Social Work Journeys's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Social Work Journeys?

The strongest fits for Social Work Journeys are Universities & Colleges. Social Work Journeys has an education audience.

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  • Episode #34

    Season 4, Episode 8: Esha Dev and Sarah D'Antonio Reflecting on Their Graduate School Journey

    May 13, 202620 min

    Esha Dev & Sarah D'Antonio are two graduating students from Bryn Mawr College's Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research. They reflect on their experiences, sharing how personal backgrounds and prior...

  • Episode #33

    Season 4, Episode 7: Kary Stone and Lorelai Vargas on Leadership, Systems Change, and the Future of Social Work

    Apr 7, 202642 min

    In this conversation, we’re joined by two remarkable leaders in social work and systems change: Lorelai Vargas and Kary Stone. Lorelai Vargas, Bryn Mawr’s scholar in residence, brings experience across government...

  • Episode #32

    Season 4, Episode 6: Provost Dee Matthews on Poetry and Social Work's Healing Intersection

    Mar 17, 202629 min

    Airea D. "Dee" Matthews, Provost and Professor of Creative Writing at Bryn Mawr College and the former Poet Laureate of Philadelphia, shares her profound insights on using writing as a way to access deep emotional...

  • Episode #31

    Season 4, Episode 5: Intergenerational Insights on Black Identity & Social Work

    Feb 19, 202649 min

    A special episode for Black History Month featuring an intergenerational panel of students and alumni from the Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research. Panel includes Liz Barden, a first year master’s student...

  • Episode #30

    Season 4, Episode 4: Prof. Deeya Haldar on Trauma Informed Lawyering

    Dec 10, 202521 min

    Join us as we explore the intersection of social work and law with Professor Deeya Haldar from Villanova University. Discover the principles of trauma-informed lawyering and how they empower relationships with clients...

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  • Episode #29

    Season 4, Episode 3: Prof. Marc Schulz on the Power of Relationships

    Nov 11, 202526 min

    Join Mary Florence Sullivan as she delves into a conversation with Prof. Marc Schulz, exploring his journey into psychology, the profound insights from his book, The Good Life, and the pivotal role of strong...

  • Episode #28

    Season 4, Episode 2: Prof. Cindy Sousa on Storytelling as Healing in Social Work

    Oct 21, 202523 min

    In this episode, Mary Florence interviews Prof. Cindy Sousa, professor of social work and health studies, about the power of storytelling in social work. Drawing on her social work and public health background, Dr...

  • Episode #27

    Season 4, Episode 1: Prof. Veronica Montes on Borderlands, Belonging, and Care

    Sep 16, 202536 min

    In this episode Prof. Veronica Montes, Associate Professor of Sociology and Co-Director of Latin American, Iberian, and Latino Studies at Bryn Mawr College, discusses her journey as an immigrant scholar, her research on...

  • Episode #26

    Reflections and Celebrations: The Social Work Graduate!

    May 16, 202526 min

    This episode features conversations with graduating social work students Abby, Jordan, and Serena Rose as they reflect on their growth and experiences throughout their graduate program and share their aspirations and...

  • Episode #25

    Season 3, Episode 6: Embracing the Unknown with Dean Janet Shapiro

    May 2, 202534 min

    Join us for an enlightening episode of Social Work Journeys, where Mary Florence is joined by the Dean Janet Shapiro. We explore Dean Shapiro's pathway through social work and how her innovative leadership and...

  • Episode #24

    Season 3, Episode 5: Embarking

    Feb 28, 202521 min

    In this episode, we feature GSSWSR MSS students Hannah Carney, part of the Advanced Standing program , and Cherone Hall, part of the Child Welfare Education for Leadership (CWEL) program , who share their educational...

  • Episode #22

    Season 3, Episode 4: Meeting Yourself Where You Are

    Feb 14, 202539 min

    This season's fourth episode, Meeting Yourself Where You Are, features a conversation with Dr. Hayden Dawes, Assistant Professor at the GSSWSR. We discuss Dr. Dawes' journey to and through social work, his experience as...

  • Episode #21

    Season 3, Episode 3: What is rest? Grace & Kindness, Light & Snow

    Dec 5, 202425 min

    Join us for an insightful discussion with two doctoral students, Annie Perepezko and Kara Mia Vigilia Escobar, as they share their experiences with self and community care. They are pictured below acting on their care...

  • Episode #20

    Season 3, Episode 2: In honor of Petunia!

    Nov 22, 202434 min

    In this episode, meet our new Student Services Coordinator and doctoral student, Quinn Cao! They share their inspiring social work journey, their passion for building community at the GSSWSR, and their path to the...

  • Episode #19

    Season 3, Episode 1: Know Your Value(s)

    Sep 25, 202426 min

    Aisha Shabazz (she/her/hers) is a strategic consultant for mental health industry leaders who believes “it’s unnecessary to sacrifice your health, wellbeing, and livelihood to offer high quality care”. Through her...

  • Episode #18

    Season 2, Episode 8: Dancing, quilting, and baseballing through school... congratulations class of 2024!

    May 9, 202429 min

    This is our final podcast episode of the season! And it's extra special because it features two of our soon-to-be-graduates, Darryn Stewart and Eli VandenBerg! Join Darryn and Eli on they reflect on their grad school...

  • Episode #17

    Season 2, Episode 7: Holding space in the Student and Career Services Office

    May 3, 202432 min

    Join our very own Marcy Nyachogo, Director of Student and Career Services, for a conversation about her social work journey and the dreams and ideas she has for the GSSWSR. Check out Marcy's bio here , a recent...

  • Episode #16

    Season 2, Episode 6: Data + Critical Thinking + Community = Effective Policymaking

    Apr 15, 202433 min

    Join us for a conversation with 2024 Commencement speaker Lorelei Atalie Vargas '94, MA, MPP, as she reflects on her professional journey and her experience serving on the GSSWSR Board of Advisors.

  • Episode #5

    Season 2, Episode 5: Take a leap of faith! A conversation with Robia Smith-Herman, GSSWSR Board of Advisors

    Mar 22, 202437 minS2

    Join us for a conversation with Robia Smith-Herman, LCSW as she reflects on her social work journey and how it led to her serving on the GSSWSR Board of Advisors. This is the second of three episodes that feature...

  • Episode #15

    Season 2, Episode 4: Who has access? A conversation with Cynthia Chalker, MSS/MSLP’98 and a member of the GSSWSR Board of Advisors

    Dec 1, 202354 min

    Join us for a conversation with Cynthia Chalker, MSS/MSLP'98, as she reflects on her social work journey and her experience serving on the GSSWSR Board of Advisors. This is the first of three episodes that feature...

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