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The Locked up Living Podcast: Surviving and thriving in prisons and other challenging environmentsAuthor: Podcasters David Jones & Dr Naomi Murphy
Can institutional culture challenge your mental health? What if your job makes you feel shame, sadness, grief, disgust and fear? What if you are expected not to feel? Or you are expected to be relentlessly competitive? What its like to live or work in a prison? Does working with people who commit murder, child abuse and rape affect people who work in prisons and the wider criminal justice system? How do people survive and thrive when facing significant challenges to our emotional health over a lengthy period? How do we protect ourselves and stay compassionate, loving and trusting? Importantly, how do we find and preserve hope? Fyodor Dostoevsky wrote that The degree of civilisation in a society can be judged by entering its prisons. In this weekly podcast ,your hosts, David Jones (Forensic psychotherapist) and Dr Naomi Murphy (Consultant Clinical & Forensic Psychologist) hope that exploring less visible aspects of prisons will help listeners see that prisons are a window into society and let us see people not only at their worst but also at their best. We feature a rich range of guests sharing snap shots of life in prisons and take a look at hospitals, schools, sport and the police in order to learn from other institutions. We learn about challenges to human integrity and hear important lessons and heart-warming stories about survival and growth when facing adversity in harsh places. We hope that sharing our conversations can help you make changes to your own relationship with institutions that might challenge your emotional health and well-being. Follow and connect with us and give us feedback. Let us know what you think works, and also what doesnt. We want you to look forward to the podcast each week. Well also be extremely grateful for any reviews that you give us. A simple star or two or a thumbs up will do.Email: lockedupliving@gmail.com or connect with us on:Substack: https://lockedupliving.substack.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/LockedUpLivingLinkedin: h Language: en Genres: Society & Culture, True Crime Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Andrew MacLeod (Audio); Children Born of War: Advocacy, Hope and finding connections
Episode 389
Tuesday, 2 December, 2025
Introduction: In this episode, we are joined by Andrew MacLeod, a passionate advocate and lawyer who has dedicated his life to addressing the complex issues surrounding children born of war and the injustices they face. With a background in law and a personal journey marked by profound loss, Andrew has transformed his experiences into a powerful mission to help those in need. He is the founder of the organization "Hear Their Cries," which focuses on advocacy, legal support, and raising awareness about the plight of these vulnerable children. Andrew's resilience and commitment to finding solutions in the face of adversity shine through in this candid conversation, where he shares insights into his work, the emotional toll it takes, and the importance of building a legacy for future generations. Key Discussion Points:** - Andrew's personal journey and the impact of his mother's passing on his career choices. - The concept of Founder's Syndrome and the importance of succession planning in advocacy work. - The emotional challenges faced by whistleblowers and advocates in the field. - The role of pro bono lawyers in supporting vulnerable populations. - Insights into the organization "Hear Their Cries" and its mission. - The psychological and societal implications of the work surrounding children born of war. - Andrew's thoughts on resilience and coping mechanisms in the face of adversity.
