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Let's Talk Forensic Psychology

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We are Forensic Psychologists who want to share our understanding of why people offend. All views are our own, not those of our employers. DR. GERALDINE AKERMAN Professor (Hon.) Chartered & Registered Psychologist LAURA JACOBS Chartered & Registered Psychologist DR. KATE GERAGHTY Chartered & Regi

New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 49 min
Latest: 5 Oct 2026
Language: English

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5 Oct 2026 · 53 min

#52 Let's Talk Psychopathy with Dr Jason Smith and Dr Carl Gacono

We are joined by Carl Gacono, PhD, ABAP and Jason Smith, PsyD, ABPP, to explore their work in the field of forensic psychology, specifically focusing on psychopathy diagnosis and treatment, as well as gender and cultural differences.They have a YouTube podcast called 'Inside the Psychopathic Mind' / @InsidethePsychopathicMind You can also view their work, research and publications here:www.maverickpsychology.comwww.researchgate.net/profile/Jason-Smith-43www.researchgate.net/profile/Carl_GaconoSmith, J.M., Gacono, C.B., & Cunliffe, T.B. (2021). Understanding Female Offenders: Psychopathy,…

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E51 · 3 Aug 2026 · 58 min
#51 Let's Talk Moral Injury with Dr Ken Logan
We were joined by Dr Ken Logan, licensed clinical psychologist and professor of clinical psychology at George Fox University, to discuss moral injury and harm.Having trained clinicians internationally in trauma treatment and crisis intervention, Ken specialises in treating anxiety, stress, and trauma, with a clinical emphasis in working with first responders, military personnel, and ministry leaders.You can access more information on his website, including a link to his YouTube channel as well as blogs and other relevant resources: https://www.drkenlogan.com/And you can find his book 'Trust…
E50 · 13 Jul 2026 · 37 min
Let's Talk Cultural Responsivity with Prof. Emer Anthony Beech
We were joined for our 50th episode by Emeritus Professor Anthony Beech.Retired from his role as Head of the Centre for Applied Psychology at the University of Birmingham, UK, Tony's research interests include risk assessment, the neurobiological bases of offending, reducing online exploitation of children, and increasing psychotherapeutic effectiveness of treatment given to offenders.We must also thank him for his significant contributions to Forensic Psychology, amongst which is the setting up of the HCPC and BPS accredited Forensic-Clinical Doctorate at the University of Birmingham. We…
E48 · 1 Jun 2026 · 1 hr
#49 Let's Talk about 'the why' and criminology with Prof. David Wilson
We were joined by Emeritus Professor David Wilson to discuss his work in prisons, and more broadly in Criminology.As the Founding Director of the Centre for Applied Criminology at Birmingham City University, David is also the author of more than 25 books, a National Teaching Fellow, and former editor of The Howard Journal. David's work combines a passion for penal reform with a keen interest in true crime and popular culture, reflected in award‑winning TV documentaries such as Interview with a Murderer, In the Footsteps of Killers, and Crime Files. He is also co‑host of the podcast This Much…
E48 · 27 Apr 2026 · 46 min
#48 Let's Talk Leadership and Teamship with Richard Barker
We were joined by Richard Barker, who works as a Consultant Clinical & Forensic Psychologist within the NHS, a BPS National Assessor and Honorary Associate Clinical Professor at The University of Birmingham. Having worked in forensic mental health settings for over 25 years, predominantly in medium secure male settings, Rich has been a long-standing advocate of both recovery-orientated practice and now trauma-informed practice. He is currently service lead for trauma informed care. Rich has a particular interest in how trauma-informed care principles translate to leadership, teamship and…
E47 · 2 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 5 min
#47 Let's Talk Fabricated or induced illness and Autism with Dr Fiona Gullon-Scott
We were joined by Dr Fiona Gullon-Scott to discuss the concept of Fabricated or induced illness and Fiona's policy work advocating for Autistic families.Fiona is a Clinical Psychologist and Associate Fellow with the BPS. She is Programme Director for the Newcastle University Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Director of the Newcastle University Neurodevelopmental Assessment Service, and Managing Director of a specialist clinical psychology consultancy company. Fiona has 30 years' specialist experience working clinically and researching autism and more recently wider neurodivergence such as…
E46 · 5 Jan 2026 · 53 min
#46 Let's Talk Attachment Based Working with Children with Richard Lindsley
We were joined by Mental Health Nurse, Richard Lindsley, to discuss working in an attachment based way with children.Richard has over 30 years of experience working with children and young people, and after qualifying as a Mental Health Nurse, worked in CAMHS and then further specialised, working with looked after children.In the episode, Richard discusses TheraPlay and Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy in particular, and shared several heartfelt reflections from his own life and work. We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on social media or email us at…
E44 · 1 Dec 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
#44 Let's Talk Digital Forensic Investigator Wellbeing with Paul Gullon-Scott
We were joined by Paul Gullon-Scott, Higher Assistant Psychologist and former Digital Forensic Investigator to discuss his work and pioneering research into improving the wellbeing of Digital Forensic Investigators through evidence based adaptations in workplace processes, culture and support. We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected]
E45 · 10 Nov 2025 · 56 min
#45 Let's Talk Lived Experience of HMP Grendon with Rosca
We were joined by Rosca, a talented musician who has lived experience of HMP Grendon.Throughout the episode he talked about engaging in group therapy and programmes at HMP Grendon, as well as his experiences of being a child refugee who found a sense of belonging in a gang in the UK. We were honoured that he could join us to reflect back on his journey after celebrating his recent release.Rosca has released several singles and we have linked his channels below:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roscasworld1410 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/17JWoH51sP5nA3ZgX3V2xy Apple Music:…
20 Oct 2025 · 50 min
Let's Talk TODAY Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week
In today’s episode, as part of Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week 2025, we are joined by Dave, Mat and Dr Kerry Quincey to explore the social, emotional and psychological impact of being a man with a breast cancer diagnosis.Throughout the episode, we discussed masculinity, gender and systemic issues around the diagnosis, treatment and support for men with breast cancer.We are very grateful to have learned about this important topic from Dave and Mat. We were also able to reflect on what we can learn from other areas of psychology, such as health psychology, and how these insights can be…
E43 · 6 Oct 2025 · 49 min
#43 Let's Talk Physical Health and Schizophrenia with Matthew Callow
We were joined by Matthew Callow, Community Psychiatric Nurse, to discuss his work in the community with people living with severe and enduring mental illness, and people who have a history of offending behaviour.Matthew is currently engaging in the Professional Doctorate in Nursing at Oxford Brookes University and he talked us through his research into the CPN's role in promoting positive physical health outcomes for patients with Schizophrenia.As Emily mentioned, we thought we would leave some 'light reading' on the important legislation Matthew cited throughout the episode below:Mental…
E42 · 1 Sep 2025 · 52 min
#42 Let's Talk Working Internationally and Cross-culturally with Mubarak Mansoor Ali
We were joined by Mubarak Mansoor Ali to discuss his work, based internationally. Mubarak spoke about his experience working cross-culturally with clients, and the importance of recognising, and being sensitive to, cultural differences in emotion recognition, emotional regulation and experiences of grief.You can find Mubarak on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mubarakmali/?originalSubdomain=uk We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected]
E41 · 4 Aug 2025 · 53 min
#41 Let's Talk Restorative Practice & Nature Based Approaches with Dr Kathryn Rowsell
We were joined by Dr Kathryn Rowsell to discuss her research and practice in restorative practice and nature based approaches to wellbeing in forensic mental health settings.Somewhat ironically, we recorded this episode during stormy weather and dealt with some connection disruptions, but thanks to Kathryn's perseverance we managed to regroup to finish the episode.Kathryn has been a restorative practitioner for almost 25 years. Prior to training as a forensic psychologist she worked with young people at risk of offending, those who have offended, and with victims of crime. She has also…
E40 · 7 Jul 2025 · 49 min
#40 Let's Talk Working with Foreign National Prisoners with the team at HMP Maidstone
We were joined by the team at HMP Maidstone to discuss working therapeutically with foreign national prisoners.The team consists of, in order of appearance, Dr Laura Blundell (Consultant Clinical Psychologist), Claire Colquhoun-Flannery (Principal Forensic Psychologist) and Katherine Ahluwalia (Specialist Psychological Therapist & Counsellor).Together they discussed the practical challenges and joys of working in a prison housing foreign nationals, and the way they have adapted evidence based interventions to meet the needs of the population.We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below,…
E38 · 16 Jun 2025 · 43 min
#38 Let's Talk Working in Private Practice with Dr Helen Wakeling and Dr Georgia Barnett
We were joined by Dr Helen Wakeling and Dr Georgia Barnett to discuss working in private practice.As founders of KTA Consulting, they focus on putting knowledge into action through robust and innovative research, and evidence based practice and training within forensic psychology, probation and the criminal justice system.To find out more about Helen and Georgia's current work, and research publications, please visit their website: https://kta-consulting.co.uk/ We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected]
E39 · 2 Jun 2025 · 57 min
#39 Let's Talk The Psychology of War with Professor Jim Orford
We were joined by Professor Jim Orford to discuss the psychology of war. Jim is a Visiting Professor of Gambling Studies at King’s College and an Emeritus Professor of Clinical and Community Psychology at the University of Birmingham. Having trained as a Clinical Psychologist, Jim has focussed much of his work and research on addiction. Jim has adopted a social, community and political orientation to his work in psychology and co-founded the community psychology sections of both the British Psychological Society, and the European Community Psychology Association. Jim’s current research…
E37 · 25 Apr 2025 · 48 min
#37 Let's Talk Working as an Expert Witness with Professor Leam Craig
We were joined by Professor Leam Craig, Consultant Forensic and Clinical Psychologist.Leam lectures at several universities, including Birmingham City University. He is also a partner at Forensic Psychology Practice Ltd, a private practice providing therapeutic services, psychological assessments, parole board assessments and psychological reports for various judicial settings.Timestamps:00:00 Start of the episode00:18 Introducing Professor Leam Craig01:32 Leam's route into Forensic Psychology05:17 Specialising in Expert Witness work09:01 Preparing to become an Expert Witness30:15 Leam's…
22 Apr 2025 · 52 min
#34 Let's Talk Criminology and Forensic Psychology with Professor Kieran McCartan
We were joined by Professor Kieran McCartan to discuss his extensive research career focussing on the origins, causes and prevention of sexual harm, and societal responses to those who commit sexual offences. We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected].
15 Apr 2025 · 42 min
#33 Let's Talk Working in Academia and Practice with Professor Graham Towl
We were joined by Professor Graham Towl, Professor of Forensic Psychology at Durham University. We discuss Graham's various roles and responsibilities within the field, as well as his broad research interests, and the insights he has gained throughout his career so far. We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected].
8 Apr 2025 · 32 min
#32 Let's Talk The Division of Forensic Psychology and The Forensic Psychology Podcast with Sally Tilt
We were joined by Sally Tilt, Regional Psychology Lead, BPS Division of Forensic Psychology (DFP) Chair and co-presenter of The Forensic Psychology Podcast. Sally discussed what the role of the DFP Chair entails, as well as what can be expected at the upcoming conference, held in Cardiff in June 2024. Sally also gave some behind the scenes information on the podcast she co-presents with Dr Kerensa Hocken. To listen to the podcast, click here: https://forensicpsychologypodcast.libsyn.com For more information on the upcoming DFP conference, click here:…
1 Apr 2025 · 43 min
#31 Let's Talk the intersection between psychology and technology with Jeffrey DeMarco
In this episode, we had a discussion with Jeffrey DeMarco about his career and his current work linking forensic psychology and the cyber world by helping organisations fight online crime and the victims of these crimes. Organisations and information mentioned: NSPCC - https://www.nspcc.org.uk/ CEOP - https://www.ceop.police.uk/Safety-Centre/ Victim Support - https://www.victimsupport.org.uk/ Revenge pornography helpline - https://swgfl.org.uk/helplines/revenge-porn-helpline/ Action Fraud - https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/ We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on…
25 Mar 2025 · 35 min
#29 Let's Talk Private Prisons with Natalie Parrett
We are joined by Natalie Parrett, Director of Custodial Psychological Services, to discuss working in private prisons. Natalie talks through her work at Serco alongside her role as a peer reviewer for The British Psychological Society's Forensic Update, and her interest in research and service development. To find out more about Serco please visit: https://careers.serco.com/UK/content/Psychological-Services-Careers/?locale=en_GB To read articles submitted to the Forensic Update please visit:…
18 Mar 2025 · 51 min
#28 Let's Talk joint working with clients in the community
We were joined by Dr Jo Shingler, Principal Forensic Psychologist at Dorset Strive, and Jenny Stickney, Advanced Occupational Therapist Practitioner in Strive (Dorset IIRMS). Jo and Jenny discuss how joint working between psychology and occupational therapy can benefit clients and support their successful transition in to the community. Jo and Jenny have also written a book around the transition from prison to the community and this is available by following the link below: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Journey-Prison-Community-Developing-Psychology/dp/1032311150 We welcome your feedback. Leave a…
E27 · 11 Mar 2025 · 31 min
#27 Let's Talk Roles within Forensic Psychology with Marc Kozlowski
We are joined by Marc Kozlowski, BPS chartered Forensic Psychologist and Associate Professor at Edinburgh Napier University to discuss roles within Forensic Psychology. Since becoming a chartered Forensic Psychologist, Marc has held a number of roles including Head of Psychology across four prisons in the UK. In addition, his work at Edinburgh Napier University has seen him develop a MSc in Applied Forensic Psychology, with aspirations of developing further Forensic Psychology courses in the future. In this episode, Marc also discusses his role as an accredited assessor at the Risk…
E26 · 4 Mar 2025 · 48 min
#26 Let's Talk Cognitive Biases in Forensic Psychology
Dr Itiel Dror is an academic with a vast research experience on human cognition and performance. His research applies the concepts of perception, decision-making and biases in the fields of medicine, aviation, and, forensic science and psychology. He is the a senior cognitive neuroscience researcher at the University College London. Relevant literature: Cognitive bias in forensic pathology - https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1556-4029.14697 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2589871X22000705 Improving contributions of forensic expert witnesses -…
25 Feb 2025 · 40 min
#25 Let's Talk Incels
We were joined by Dr Brandon Sparks, Assistant Professor in Forensic Psychology, to discuss his research around the experiences and ideology of incels. To access his publications in this area, please visit https://www.brandontsparks.com/research We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected]
E36 · 24 Feb 2025 · 52 min
Let's #36 Talk Parole Board and Intermediaries with Dr Brendan O'Mahony
We were joined by Dr Brendan O'Mahony to discuss his work as a Forensic Psychologist working as a Specialist Member of the Parole Board, his role as an Intermediary and the training he delivers around questioning vulnerable persons. Below is a list of Dr O'Mahony's publications across these topics:O'Mahony, B.M., Milne, R., & Smith, K. (2024). The use of Intermediaries (communication specialists) at Parole Board Oral Hearings in England and Wales. Journal of Forensic Practice, 26 (2), 129-143O'Mahony, B.M. (2024). Assessing the Communication Needs of a Vulnerable Defendant with Intellectual…
18 Feb 2025 · 43 min
#24 Let's Talk Diversity in Forensic Psychology
Dr Cory Walters-Wright is a BPS chartered and HCPC registered Forensic Psychologist working at the Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust. He is also a Senior Lecturer at Canterbury Christ Church University and an expert witness. In this episode, Dr Cory shared his experience with qualification routes, job interviews and diversity within Forensic Psychology. You can see the videos produced by the Oxleas Forensic Psychological Therapies on: Diversity - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfH6ZsdoLuc&ab_channel=OxleasForensicPsychologicalTherapies Trauma informed care within prisons (trailer) -…
E23 · 11 Feb 2025 · 49 min
#23 Let's Talk stalking with Professor Clive Ruggles and Dr Rachael Wheatley
In this episode, we are joined by Professor Clive Ruggles, chair and co-founder of The Alice Ruggles Trust, and Dr Rachael Wheatley, a BPS chartered and HCPC registered Forensic Psychologist and trustee of The Alice Ruggles Trust. The mission of The Alice Ruggles Trust is to help prevent what happened to Alice happening to others. To bring stalking to an end. The Alice Ruggles Trust raises awareness of stalking and coercive control, works to ensure the relevant legislation is effective and adhered to, and to bring about lasting improvements in the management of perpetrators and the…
E22 · 4 Feb 2025 · 38 min
#22 Let's Talk Domestic Violence Against Men
Dr Elizabeth Bates joined University of Cumbria (UoC) in January 2011 and is currently Principal Lecturer in Psychology and Psychological Therapies and within the Institute of Health. Liz’s doctoral work (2008-2012) focused on exploring the personality and psychopathological predictors of men’s and women’s partner violence perpetration. Since 2012, she has focused her work on exploring the experiences of male victims of domestic abuse. Liz is also a trustee of the charity ManKind Initiative, a UK based charity supporting male victims of domestic abuse, and is the Chair of the Male Psychology…

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