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Episode Synopsis
📅 Release Date: November 18th, 2024
🎧 Hosts: Professor Christian Ace Stettler
🎙️ Guests: G Ford and Mark Shimkus
In this live-recorded episode of The Critical Social Worker: A Revolutionary Storytelling Podcast, host Christian Ace Stettler dives into a thought-provoking conversation with veterans and social workers G Ford and Mark Shimkus. Both former students of Christian’s, G and Mark share how their military service shapes their approach to social work, the challenges they’ve faced in transitioning from service to civilian life, and the critical importance of inclusivity in the profession amidst a polarized political landscape.
Together, they reflect on the journey to becoming Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), the transformative power of talking circles in fostering critical consciousness, and the need to decolonize education to promote anti-racism and personal growth. The conversation also highlights the role of respect—within the military, civilian life, and social work practice—and how it can bridge divides and strengthen communities.
About the Guests:
G Ford: A Marine veteran with an MSW from Hawaii Pacific University, G works in dialysis social work and is completing his LCSW supervision. His journey to social work included roles as a mobilization officer focused on suicide prevention and family support, and as a leader who helped design morale programs that boosted efficiency and well-being for soldiers.
Mark Shimkus: With an extensive background in the Army, including creating morale and welfare programs, Mark is now pursuing a specialty in military and trauma-focused social work at the University of Kentucky. His experience in community outreach and service with tribal communities and the Office of Child Services reflects his deep commitment to advocacy and support.
Full Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV-tPqlRqpXDWuI-NOOtbNeitLPYkGIQ8
Revolutionary Shorts Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV-tPqlRqpXAGPDy0ZKBrdSKYPKMEztPa
Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@RevolutionarySocialWork/sub_confirmation=1
Timestamps:
00:00 Theme Song and Introduction
00:35 Guest Introductions
05:38 The Journey to LCSW: Challenges and Insights
10:32 The Importance of Understanding the Exam Process
15:34 Balancing Education and Personal Life in Social Work
20:41 The Role of Talking Circles in Social Work Education
27:45 Decolonizing Education and Anti-Racism Practices
29:08 Transformative Education and Anti-Racism
31:57 Military Culture and Integration
36:33 Navigating Social Work and Military Experience
37:31 Mental Health in the Military
54:02 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life
01:02:46 Valuable Lessons from Military Experience
01:09:22 The Value of Respect in Social Work
01:13:41 Navigating Political Divides in Social Work
01:20:24 The Role of Social Workers in a Divided Society
01:35:52 Military Influence on Social Work Careers
Questions for Dialogue and Reflection:
How can social work promote inclusivity across political divides?
What lessons can military service bring to social work practice?
How can talking circles support transformative education?
#SocialWork #LCSW #Veterans #TalkingCircles #MentalHealth #MilitaryCulture #AntiRacism #Inclusivity #Respect #CriticalConsciousness
© A Conscious Party
🎧 Hosts: Professor Christian Ace Stettler
🎙️ Guests: G Ford and Mark Shimkus
In this live-recorded episode of The Critical Social Worker: A Revolutionary Storytelling Podcast, host Christian Ace Stettler dives into a thought-provoking conversation with veterans and social workers G Ford and Mark Shimkus. Both former students of Christian’s, G and Mark share how their military service shapes their approach to social work, the challenges they’ve faced in transitioning from service to civilian life, and the critical importance of inclusivity in the profession amidst a polarized political landscape.
Together, they reflect on the journey to becoming Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), the transformative power of talking circles in fostering critical consciousness, and the need to decolonize education to promote anti-racism and personal growth. The conversation also highlights the role of respect—within the military, civilian life, and social work practice—and how it can bridge divides and strengthen communities.
About the Guests:
G Ford: A Marine veteran with an MSW from Hawaii Pacific University, G works in dialysis social work and is completing his LCSW supervision. His journey to social work included roles as a mobilization officer focused on suicide prevention and family support, and as a leader who helped design morale programs that boosted efficiency and well-being for soldiers.
Mark Shimkus: With an extensive background in the Army, including creating morale and welfare programs, Mark is now pursuing a specialty in military and trauma-focused social work at the University of Kentucky. His experience in community outreach and service with tribal communities and the Office of Child Services reflects his deep commitment to advocacy and support.
Full Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV-tPqlRqpXDWuI-NOOtbNeitLPYkGIQ8
Revolutionary Shorts Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV-tPqlRqpXAGPDy0ZKBrdSKYPKMEztPa
Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@RevolutionarySocialWork/sub_confirmation=1
Timestamps:
00:00 Theme Song and Introduction
00:35 Guest Introductions
05:38 The Journey to LCSW: Challenges and Insights
10:32 The Importance of Understanding the Exam Process
15:34 Balancing Education and Personal Life in Social Work
20:41 The Role of Talking Circles in Social Work Education
27:45 Decolonizing Education and Anti-Racism Practices
29:08 Transformative Education and Anti-Racism
31:57 Military Culture and Integration
36:33 Navigating Social Work and Military Experience
37:31 Mental Health in the Military
54:02 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life
01:02:46 Valuable Lessons from Military Experience
01:09:22 The Value of Respect in Social Work
01:13:41 Navigating Political Divides in Social Work
01:20:24 The Role of Social Workers in a Divided Society
01:35:52 Military Influence on Social Work Careers
Questions for Dialogue and Reflection:
How can social work promote inclusivity across political divides?
What lessons can military service bring to social work practice?
How can talking circles support transformative education?
#SocialWork #LCSW #Veterans #TalkingCircles #MentalHealth #MilitaryCulture #AntiRacism #Inclusivity #Respect #CriticalConsciousness
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