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The Forensic Update Podcast

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10 - Dr Abi Willis: IPP Sentences, Risk Assessment and Safe Uncertainty

October 6, 2026 · 37 min

In this episode of the Forensic Update Podcast, Dr Rachel Worthington is joined by clinical psychologist Dr Abi Willis to explore one of the most complex and challenging areas of forensic psychology: risk assessment for people serving…
09 - Richard Shuker: Therapeutic Communities and the Power of Relationships

August 13, 2026 · 22 min

In this episode of the Forensic Update Podcast, we're joined by Richard Shuker, Chartered and HCPC registered forensic psychologist and Head of Clinical Services at HMP Grendon, to explore the fascinating world of therapeutic communities…
08 - Mary McMurran: Risk Assessment, Rehabilitation and the Future of Forensic Psychology

July 15, 2026 · 30 min

In this episode of the Forensic Update Podcast, we're joined by Mary McMurran, one of the UK's leading forensic psychologists whose work has transformed our understanding of motivation, rehabilitation, personality disorder and forensic…
07 - Anthony Beech: Neuroscience, Rehabilitation and the Future of Forensic Psychology

July 1, 2026 · 27 min

In this episode of the Forensic Update Podcast, we're joined by Anthony Beech, one of the UK's most influential forensic psychologists, whose work has shaped research, training and clinical practice for more than three decades. Professor…
06 - Jane Ireland on Aggression, Cognition and Forensic Psychology

June 17, 2026 · 30 min

In this episode of the Forensic Update Podcast, we're joined by Jane Ireland, Professor of Forensic Psychology at Liverpool John Moores University, Violence Treatment Lead at Ashworth High Secure Hospital, and Academic Lead for the…

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05 - Understanding Sexual Harm Through a Trauma-Informed Lens with David Prescott

June 3, 2026 · 29 min

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04 - Dr. Caroline Logan: Curiosity, Humanity and the Future of Forensic Psychology

May 20, 2026 · 35 min

In this episode of the Forensic Update Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Caroline Logan, consultant forensic clinical psychologist, honorary associate professor at University College London, and internationally respected expert in personality…
03 - Professor Tony Ward: The Good Lives Model and the Future of Rehabilitation

May 13, 2026 · 39 min

In this episode of the Forensic Update Podcast, we're joined by Tony Ward, internationally recognised forensic and clinical psychologist and creator of the Good Lives Model (GLM). Tony reflects on the development of the GLM and challenges…
02 - Sally Tilt on the Future of Forensic Psychology, Research Culture & Why Podcasts Matter

May 9, 2026 · 13 min

In this episode of the Forensic Update Podcast, we're joined by Sally Tilt, Chair of the Division of Forensic Psychology at the British Psychological Society. Sally reflects on the evolving landscape of forensic psychology, the importance…
Forensic Update 01 - Dual Harm, Sexual Boundaries and Prison Staff Neurodiversity

February 23, 2026 · 1 hr 17 min

Welcome to the first episode of the Forensic Update podcast from the Division of Forensic Psychology (DFP) Division of Forensic Psychology | BPS part of the British Psychological Society (BPS). In this launch episode, we explore three…

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The Division of Forensic Psychology promotes the professional interests of forensic psychologists and aims to contribute to the ongoing development of psychology as a profession and as a body of knowledge and skills.