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THE SOCIAL WORK RANTS PODCAST

THE SOCIAL WORK RANTS PODCAST

Basiliso Moreno, LMSW 269 Episodes Sep 18, 2026

Host Bas Moreno, a licensed social worker with 24 years of experience, shares personal stories and insights from the social work field. The podcast aims to educate, entertain, and inspire listeners through anecdotes and interviews with other professionals. It covers topics like mental health, social work challenges, and personal growth. The show has been recognized as a top 10 social work podcast.

Episodes

Policy & Advocacy Work featuring NASW NY; Episode 278
Policy & Advocacy Work featuring NASW NY; Episode 278 Sep 18, 2026 00:42:45 How can social workers use advocacy, policy, and collective action to strengthen the profession?In this episode of The Social Work Rants Podcast®, host Bas Moreno, LMSW, CFSW, speaks with Amanda Rodriguez, Policy Lead for the National Association of Social Workers—New York Chapter (NASW-NY). They discuss the unification of the New York City and New York State chapters, the importance of representi
9/11 Reflections; Episode 277
9/11 Reflections; Episode 277 Sep 11, 2026 00:29:09 This episode is dedicated to all the victims of the September 11th attacks 25 years ago. This episode is also dedicated to all the victims post 9/11 who lost their lives as a result of the toxic air surrounding ground zero.After 25 years, are we really safer now than back on 9/11?We are still dealing with the middle east like we were after the terror attacks.President Bush lied about weapons of ma
Back to School: Giving Grace; Episode 276
Back to School: Giving Grace; Episode 276 Sep 4, 2026 00:13:08 Most students across America have started school. School social workers are you ready? Are you ready to deal with your trash administration, unregulated children? Remember to give yourselves grace. Parents are you ready? During this time of year, its important to give your kids grace, your childrens' teachers some grace and yes even the administration some grace to start.Follow the podcast in I
What is Sports Social Work? Episode 275
What is Sports Social Work? Episode 275 Aug 28, 2026 00:49:40 Natalie Graves is a licensed social work from Chicago and founder of The Nat Sports Directory. Nat stands for nurturing athletes talent. It's the first directory vetting sports therapists. We discuss what is sports social work? She shares her experiences working with athletes from high school, college, pro athletes and retired athletes. She is a founding member of the Alliance of Social Workers
Taking Postpartum Mental Health Seriously; Episode 274
Taking Postpartum Mental Health Seriously; Episode 274 Aug 22, 2026 00:16:11 This week's episode is focused on the need for better postpartum mental health support in the United States, prompted by the recent death of actress Hayden Panettiere. I share a personal story about my ex-wife's struggle with postpartum depression and addiction, highlighting the lack of awareness and resources available to new parents. The healthcare system in the United States is failing and has
Dear RFK,  Jr, F**k You!!; Episode 273 #socialwork #Socialworkispolitical
Dear RFK, Jr, F**k You!!; Episode 273 #socialwork #Socialworkispolitical Aug 8, 2026 00:13:26 Recently the Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr did an interview lying stating ICU beds in cities like NYC were empty during the Covid pandemic. The incompetence and gaslighting the agent orange administation has caused more harm to us, making social workers work harder (cause our jobs were already hard enough). As a result, the most vulnerable populations are being harme
Black Masculinity, HIV and Decolonizing Therapy with Marvin Toliver, LCSW; Episode 272
Black Masculinity, HIV and Decolonizing Therapy with Marvin Toliver, LCSW; Episode 272 Aug 3, 2026 00:51:03 What happens when social workers, therapists and caregivers are expected to support everyone else while navigating political instability, financial pressure and burnout themselves?In this episode of The Social Work Rants Podcast®, host Bas Moreno, LMSW, CFSW, reconnects with licensed clinical social worker, therapist, speaker and nonprofit founder Marvin Toliver, LCSW.Marvin discusses his private
HIV: A Social Justice Issue; Episode 271
HIV: A Social Justice Issue; Episode 271 Jul 24, 2026 00:20:44 The Trump Administration is planning on cutting funding to HIV programs. Prevention and treatrment programs are facing cuts to services and staff throughout the U.S. and the world. The Professional Association of Social Workers in HIV & Aids Inc and reaching out to Congress are a great way to make your voices heard to make sure funding does not get cut.On Tuesday August 4th, I am co-hosting a
Take Your Damn PTO! Episode 270
Take Your Damn PTO! Episode 270 Jul 17, 2026 00:15:21 It's summertime, and that usually means taking PTO from work.Many social workers face hurdles taking PTO or refuse to take time off.I offer advice for young social workers regarding PTO.Upcoming Financial Webinar alert: Join me on Tuesday August 4th 12pm EST New York/Delaware time.Learn to set savings goals and define an allocation strategy.Learn to plan for retirement and learn to protect what is
The U. S. election is over, now how does that affect Social Workers??
The U. S. election is over, now how does that affect Social Workers?? Nov 9, 2020 00:35:29 We as change agents in the social work field need to continue to apply the pressure to see change and to help our most vulnerable populations. It's in our NASW Code of Ethics. Listen to what else we can do to support each other in the field. Follow the podcast on Twitter @socialworkrants and Instagram @thesocialworkrantspodcast
Student loans, Stimulus checks, and multiple streams of Income in the COVID-19 ERA, With Ash Cash.
Student loans, Stimulus checks, and multiple streams of Income in the COVID-19 ERA, With Ash Cash. Jun 19, 2020 00:30:31 I interview best selling author, financial educator Ash Cash @IAMASHCASH We discuss the student forgiveness program in the U.S, America's stimulus checks, the importance of multiple streams of income.
Oncology Social Work featuring Lisa Petgrave-Nelson, LMSW
Oncology Social Work featuring Lisa Petgrave-Nelson, LMSW Dec 4, 2020 00:55:04 #TheSocialWorkerSpotlightSeries Part 5 features Ms. Nelson who works as a social worker in a cancer center in Long Island, NY. We discuss what a typical day is like for her and how Covid 19 has affected her work. She can be reached on Instagram at @diaryofablacksocialworker

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