The (A)typical Social Work(ER) Podcast
By Lola Love, social worker and sometime socialite
The (A)typical Social Work(ER) PodcastNov 18, 2020
Those who can teach! (Feat. Dr. Michele Haley)
Take the polls to the Pole! (feat. Chelsea Nicole)
In other news, listen in as they share real information, and reactions regarding this year's election. They also discuss how they would handle themselves if they were involved in this presidential election.
This week's episode is sure to bring some laughs as this lighthearted episode is meant to give a light political perspective and hopefully relieve some of the stress we have been under.
Remember, your voice your choice. Dont forget to vote on Tuesday Nov 3, 2020. Early voting has started in most states, if you are not sure about early voting in your area visit our IG page @atypical_social_worker_podcast and view our latest posts in the Activism story. You can always DM Lola for some additional support. Check out the website at www.atypicalsocialworker.com
Love Peace and until next week, stay atypical yet intentional.
Flip the Script! Feat. Deja Middlebrook
In this Episode, Lola Love discusses regrets and studying for her licensure.
This week's #21 questions is especially for the social work listeners, join Lola Love and this week's feature Deja as they play a quick round of #21questions, social work style...as always join us on Thursdays via IG as we recap this segment live with our followers!
In other news meet Deja, a recent MSW graduate and 3rd year law student. Listen in as we discuss ethical dilemmas, post grad life, and why social work is not going anywhere anytime soon.
Until next week, remember to be atypical, yet intentional. Don't forget to follow us @atypical_social_worker_podcast on IG and check out the website, www.atypicalsocialworker.com
"Authenticity leads to Diversity" feat. Kendra Brim
In this episode Lola Love opens up about the power of networking and why sharing your resources is good professional karma.
This week's special guest and Lola Love play a round of #21 questions sports style. And our special guest and former athlete has lot's to share! Remember to peek at our IG story every Thursday as we replay this week's #21 questions segment with you!
In other news this week we are talking diversity and Corporate America, is this a trend or a true push toward change. Listen in as a former athlete turned diversity professional shares her journey, expectations, and future goals within the space of D.E.I.
Plus, Pumpkin patches and apple pie ala mode...this week's feature is mixing their love of friends with their love of baking to make the most of #social life this fall!
As we close out this episode, Lola Love touches on the power of networking as a tool to help us recover from professional mistakes.
**Sidenote, This week's guest is my cousin, so you may hear my government name used a few times 😆. Don't forget to follow the IG page @atypical_social_worker_podcast and check out the website at www.atypicalsocialworker.com
Love Peace
"Si se puede, social action vs. errrbody!" Feat. Nelaje Branch (pt Rocket Scientist)
In this episode Lola Love opens up about imposter syndrome and how the recent Vice Presidential debate made her realize that someone has to be the first.
This week's special guest and Lola Love play a round of 21 questions tech style. At somepoint Siri hacks us for mentioning Alexa and then things get a bit choppy.
In other news find out how virtual platforms are changing the dynamic of how people can take social action during the time of Covid. Learn all about this week's guest Nelaje Branch and why she was so passionate to get involved and in an effort to ensure her college administration knew they had an obligation to take a stance on injustice. She also shares why representation is so important and who her first role model was. Nelaje also has a few words for her peers in #dearfuturesocialworker college kid edition
Lastly, listen in as we talk about fall and all things social in the midst of a pandemic.
As we close out this episode, Lola Love reflects on the the social action field, current events and considering how people can use their individual and circle of influence to make change.
**Disclaimer, technology was not our friend in this episode but we still thought it was so important to share this conversation. Hopefully the tech issues dont detract from the great content.
Don't forget to follow the IG page @atypical_social_worker_podcast and check out the website at www.atypicalsocialworker.com
Love Peace
"The Care is there!" feat. Cory McCants
In this episode it’s all about being authentically you and recognizing your purpose! Learn the new path Lola Love is on to get in touch with herself and stay atune with her purpose. In other news... meet Cory McCants, a pop locking, show stopping educator from Buffalo, Ny. Find out why his 6th graders are so excited to have virtual class with Mr. McCants. Plus Corey shares with us where he draws additional inspiration from and how he manifests this inspiration creatively. Oh yea and he just dropped a short film...check out “Precursor a short film” on YouTube and while you’re at it, make it special and grab a slice!
Don't forget to follow the IG page @atypical_social_worker_podcast and check out the website at www.atypicalsocialworker.com
-Love Peace
"Grad School Chronicles" feat. Tiana Hill
Welcome back!!!! Season 2 is officially here!!! Hang out with Lola Love this season as she connects with current and aspiring social work professionals. This season we take a deep dive into all things educational. Not a social worker? Not a problem! Our guests this season come from all walks of life and all share the love of wanting to help others and impact their communities.
In this episode Lola Love reflects on change and what's been going on since season one.
She then embarks upon a fun little icebreaker called #21questions with this episode's featured guest Tiana Hill. Tiana is a University of Buffalo MSW student, c/o 2022.
In other news, Tiana talks grad school with Lola Love. She shares her some insider tips for aspiring grad students and her best hopes for what she expects from her current graduate program.
Next, things get a little #social as Tiana and Lola discuss fall fashion and post quarantine faux pas.
To end our discussion with this week's featured guest, we ask Tiana to share a honest message to her peers in #dearfuturesocialworker.
The fun continues all week on the (A)typical Social Work(er) IG page. Head over to @atypical_social_worker_podcast and participate in our weekly polls, check out the IG takeover from this week's featured guest, share your why, and connect with us.
Until next week...stay (A)typical yet intentional : )
Don't forget to follow the IG page @atypical_social_worker_podcast and check out the website at www.atypicalsocialworker.com
-Love Peace
Season 2 Teaser
It feels so good to be back!!!! If you are joining fresh from season 1, THANK YOU!!! If this is your first time, welcome to the community!
After a brief hiatus, Lola Love is back, and this season is packed with Features!!!!
Be sure, to listen up because class is in session!
Dig in with us this season as we discuss the social work profession, and the growing gap in education
Don't forget to follow the IG page @atypical_social_worker_podcast and check out the newly developed service website www.atypicalsocialworker.com
Farewell?? feat. Poet Jill Hanesworth
Welcome to the (A)typical Social Work(ER) Podcast!
In other news
Episode 411:
In other news, in this episode Lola Love and Poet Jill discuss all things social media, as well as policing Black behavior!
Also our time with Poet Jill comes to an end as season 1 tosses up the ✌🏽
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Please don’t let me be misunderstood... feat. Poet Jill Hanesworth
Welcome to the (A)typical Social Work(ER) Podcast!
Episode 411:
In other news, have you been avoiding a certain someone at the office? Or dodging someone’s call? Well this week Lola Love and Poet Jill discuss how they approach difficult conversations
Plus has Kanye made working while black even more of a hashtag this week?
Plus you will never guess who this week’s “Dear Typical” social worker is!!! Uggg let's not be typical
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Transitions feat. Poet Jill Hanesworth
Welcome to the (A)typical Social Work(ER) Podcast!
Episode 411:
New Job Alert!!!
In other news, this week Lola love and Poet Jill Lola Love discuss transitioning into new roles in the field of social work. Plus they share a fair warning to current and aspiring social workers.
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Put your mask on, please! feat. Poet Jill Hanesworth
Welcome to the (A)typical Social Work(ER) Podcast!
Episode 411:
In other news, this week Lola love and Poet Jill Lola Love discuss self-care, dealing with grief, and maintaining a work life balance,
Then there's the dirty bath soup... LOL...You just have to listen!
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I can’t fit my work clothes!! feat Poet Jill Hanesworth
Welcome to the (A)typical Social Work(ER) Podcast!
Episode 411:
This week Lola love and Poet Jill Lola Love soak up some sun!
In other news, we discuss the anxieties of returning to work post COVID-19.
Plus let's talk about why the need to code switch if you are working while black is often so frustrating
Finally, Lola Love and poet Jill echo a recent clap back made by a Floridian school social worker. Uggg let's not be typical
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Perspective is EVERYTHING feat. Poet Jill Hanesworth
Welcome to the (A)typical Social Work(ER) Podcast!
Episode 411:
In this episode, get to know Lola Love and our season 1 feature host Poet Jill during another friendly game of 21 questions.
In other news, Lola Love and Poet Jill discuss perspective, perception, implicit and explicit biases, and the way it all informs our work.
And of course there is Beyonce! Who recently released yet another iconic musical debut called "Black Parade".
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#BuildingCommunity feat. Poet Jill Hanesworth
Welcome to the (A)typical Social Work(ER) Podcast!
Hosted by the founding creative of (A)typical Social Work(er) LLC. Lola Love is our anchor host who likes to describe herself as a social worker and sometime socialite. Consider this your unapologetic guide to standing tall in the field of social work.
Episode 411:
In this episode, get to know Lola Love and our season 1 feature host Poet Jill during a friendly game of 21 questions.
In other news, we discuss the recent murder of George Floyd and the magnified racial divide in the U.S.
Plus let's talk about why working while black has become beyond exhausting in this current climate.
Finally, what's the deal with white people planning Juneteenth? Uggg let's not be typical
Don't forget Follow us on Instagram @atypical_social_worker_podcast