Private Matters - The BAPD Podcast

IN THE CHAIR: with CAT EDNEY - THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE BOARD.

EPISODE 4: WORKING TO FULL SCOPE

Most practices are not using their therapists properly.

Not through bad intent, but because the therapy-led model asks teams to rethink how work is distributed, how patients move through the practice, and who does what. That is a harder conversation than it sounds, and it is one very few practices have had properly.

Rachel Derby and Simon Thackeray are joined by Cat Edney, who trains practices in the therapy-led model and is direct about what it delivers for patients, for teams, and for the bottom line.

If you employ a therapist and you are not sure you are getting the value out of that role, this is the episode to listen to.

ABOUT OUR GUEST

Cat Edney is a multi-award-winning Dental Therapist, educator and global Key Opinion Leader with over fifteen years in specialist and private practice. She is founder of The Modern Therapist, an education platform delivering hands-on training and structured mentorship, and Lead KOL for NSK's MIT framework. She holds postgraduate qualifications in aesthetic and restorative dentistry and in coaching, mentoring and dental education, and has been recognised in the Dentistry Top 50.

Rachel Derby and Simon Thackeray are joined by BAPD board member Jenna Ellis for a straight-talking conversation about the issues facing technicians right now.The recruitment shortfall and what is behind it. The rise of corporate ownership in the lab sector. And what both mean for the practices who depend on their labs.

If you work with a technician, this one is worth your time.

Jenna Ellis RDT is Ceramic Team Leader at Go Digital Dental Laboratory, with over a decade at the bench and a specialism in ceramic restorations. She sits on the BAPD board and hosts The Dental LABCast and has become one of the profession's clearest voices on raising the standing of dental technicians.

Simon Thackeray hosts this episode alongside guest co-presenter Doug Watt, who steps in for Rachel Derby.

This season, each episode brings a candid conversation with a different member of the BAPD Board, exploring what really drives them: their path into private dentistry, why they've chosen to give their time to the Association, and the stories and opinions the profession doesn't usually get to hear.

It's not the job titles. It's the people behind them.

In Episode 2, Kevin Rose from Rose & Co. is “IN THE CHAIR”.

Founder of Rose & Co, Kevin started the business in 2009 from his kitchen table, after a friend asked him to "fix" his practice. Since then, he and his team have helped dental practice owners across the UK lead better, communicate better and build practices patients genuinely trust, through coaching, mentoring, training, leadership development, patient communication and practice strategy, all shaped by the thoughtful use of AI.

In this episode, he gets candid about:

·       Whether the slow adopters, in the autumn of their careers, are being left behind.

·      Whether regulation itself could benefit from an AI overhaul, and 

·       What real leadership looks like inside a modern dental practice.

This isn't a highlight reel. It's the story behind the strategy.

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We're thrilled to launch Season 3 of Private Matters, with your hosts Rachel Derby and Simon Thackeray. This season, they're IN THE CHAIR with the Board Members who give their time voluntarily to shape the future of private dentistry.

Each episode goes beyond the job title to find the real story: the journey into private dentistry, why they chose to serve the Association, and the experiences, challenges and opinions that don't usually make it into the spotlight.

In episode 1 we are joined by - Dr Manrina Rhode - Founder & CEO of DRMR Clinic and DRMR Academy, internationally acclaimed cosmetic dentist, BAPD Director, and one of the most followed voices in dentistry on social media.

From training at Guy's Hospital to becoming the first dentist for Harrods and Harvey Nichols, from over 14,000 veneers to building her own clinic, academy and skincare brand, Manrina's story is one of ambition, resilience and reinvention. In this episode she opens up about what the BAPD means to her, why representation in private dentistry matters, and what she's learned along the way.

This isn't a highlight reel. It's the story behind the smile.

Rachel and Simon, joined by compliance expert Jo Russell and BAPD president elect Vicki Holden, unpack what OMMT is, who must complete it, and which training tier dental teams need.

Discover the story behind the training, clear up common confusion, and learn how to access the correct level with confidence.

A sharp, accessible breakdown of a mandatory requirement every practice must get right.

Listen and make sure your team is fully prepared.

EPISODE 2 OF THE BAPD “PRIVATE MATTERS” PODCAST.

INSIDE THE GDC – PART 2 - FITNESS TO PRACTICE – FACTS, FEARS & FALLACIES

Part 2 of our GDC special 

In this follow-up episode, Rachel and Simon dissect the Fitness to Practice process.

What are the actual steps?
Is it really as fair as we’re told?
What myths still need debunking?

Expect a forensic but informal breakdown of the GDC’s most controversial process – along with sharp opinion and a few uncomfortable truths.

ARM YOURSELF WITH KNOWLEDGE.

THE BAPD PRIVATE MATTERS SEASON 2

INSIDE THE GDC – PART 1 - HOW IT’S BUILT TO REGULATE

What exactly is the GDC? How is it set up?And what powers does it really have over our profession? In this first of a two-part deep dive, Rachel and Simon explore the structure and set-up of the GDC – from its legal powers to its public remit

If you’re unclear on what gives the GDC its authority, this is essential listening.

UNDERSTAND THE STRUCTURE, QUESTION THE SYSTEM.

Join the British Association of Private Dentistry’s current president, Simon Thackeray, and past president, Rachel Derby, for a special holiday edition of the “Private Matters” podcast. 

In this festive episode, they engage in candid conversations, discussing the latest in dental politics, insights into the General Dental Council (GDC), and even a touch of farming!

It’s a delightful blend of professional insights and personal anecdotes, perfect for the holiday season!

Don’t miss this opportunity to unwind with Simon and Rachel, as they reflect on the year gone by and share their unique perspectives. 

Join us for an insightful podcast episode featuring Simon Thackeray and Rachel Derby from the BAPD as they interview Andrea Johnson - Chair, CEO  and co-founder of dental charity Den-Tech. In this episode, Andrea shares the inspiring journey of the charity, and the incredible impact they have on the lives of the most vulnerable and needy. 

Join us for an insightful podcast episode featuring Simon Thackeray and Rachel Derby from the BAPD as they interview Dr Hannah Burrow, Dentist and Co-Founder of Kiroku. 

In this episode, Hannah shares her inspiring journey of developing Kiroku, innovative software designed to assist dentists with note-taking.