Careology podcast launched 

ByJDCteam

The Careology podcast has been launched. 

Produced by The Outstanding Society and supported by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), it is described as, ‘Your go-to podcast for research, fresh ideas, and real stories shaping the future of social care.’ 

The podcast covers the latest innovations and evidence-based practices, and hears from researchers, practitioners, and those with lived experiences. It is aimed at professionals, students, and anyone curious about research in social care. 

You can listen here: https://careology.podbean.com. Careology is also available on platforms including Spotify and Apple. 

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