Care Visions Talks
Care Visions Talks
Care Visions Talks is a podcast series that brings together voices from across care, education, health and community support to explore what it really means to care — and to be cared for.
The series includes two strands:
Care Visions Family Talk has two hosts: Dr Linda de Caestecker and Lucy Johnston.
Dr Linda de Caestecker, former Director of Public Health and experienced paediatrician, leads warm, accessible conversations designed for parents, carers and families. Her episodes cover topics such as childhood trauma, fostering, resilience, separation and mental health, with expert guests offering practical guidance and compassionate insight.
Lucy Johnston is an award-winning journalist and broadcaster with a long-standing commitment to social affairs, health, and children’s welfare. In her episodes, she shares powerful stories about young people in care and explores the systems that shape their lives. With a background in investigative reporting, Lucy began her career at The Big Issue before moving to The Observer and later The Sunday Express, where she is Health and Social Affairs Editor. Her work has exposed neglect in care homes, failures in mental health services, and injustices faced by vulnerable children and families.
Care Visions Professional Talk is hosted by Humphrey Hawksley, award-winning author, broadcaster and former BBC foreign correspondent. These in-depth episodes are created for those working in or studying social care, health, education and related fields. Guests include thought leaders, researchers and practitioners discussing the emotional realities, challenges and evolving practices in work with children, young people and families.
Whether you're a parent, a professional, or someone passionate about care and community, Care Visions Talks offers space to listen, reflect and learn.
Care Visions Talks
Latest Episodes
Scottish Education, Schools Today & Standards | Keir Bloomer | Family Talk
Are standards in Scottish education falling — and what’s really behind it?In this episode of Family Talk, Lucy Johnston speaks with Keir Bloomer, former Director of Education and one of the architects of Curriculum for Excellence.Dr...
More Children, Fewer Homes | Professor Claudia Bernard | Care Visions Professional TalkUntitled Episode
What happens when more children need care — but there are fewer homes to support them?In this episode of Care Visions Professional Talk, Professor Claudia Bernard (Goldsmiths, University of London) joins Humphrey Hawksley to exp...
CHILDHOOD IN CRISIS | Dr Gabor Maté | Care Visions Family Talk: SpotlightUntitled Episode
CHILDHOOD IN CRISISWhy are so many children struggling today – and why does no one seem to have a clear answer?In this Care Visions Family Talk: Spotlight episode, host Lucy Johnston speaks to world-renowned trauma expert and be...
Are Smartphones Harming Children? The Truth About Screen Time | Mary Glasgow - Care Visions Family Talk
Children are growing up on screens earlier than ever — but what is it doing to their development, wellbeing and safety?In this episode of Care Visions Family Talk, host Lucy Johnston speaks with Mary Glasgow, Chief Executive of Children...
From Care to Confidence: Mental Health, Trauma & Resilience | Tina Copp | Care Visions Professional Talk
What does it take to rebuild your life after a difficult childhood?In this episode of Care Visions Talks – Professional Talk, Humphrey Hawksley speaks with Tina Copp, who shares her experience of growing up in the care system and how those ...
