Locked up Living Podcast: Episode with Dr. Rachel Gibbons

Hosts: Dr. Naomi Murphy and David Jones

Guest: Dr. Rachel Gibbons, Consultant Psychiatrist, Psychoanalyst, and Group Analyst

Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. Rachel Gibbons shares her profound experiences and insights on the topic of suicide, its impact on the bereaved, and patient safety. Dr. Gibbons discusses her journey, which began with the traumatic loss of four patients to suicide early in her career, and how these events shaped her professional path and personal growth. The conversation delves into the complexities of dealing with suicide in mental health services, the importance of reflective spaces, and the need for better preparation and support for clinicians.

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Call to Action: If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please seek help from a mental health professional or contact a crisis hotline in your area.

Locked up Living Podcast: Episode with Dr. Rachel Gibbons

Hosts: Dr. Naomi Murphy and David Jones

Guest: Dr. Rachel Gibbons, Consultant Psychiatrist, Psychoanalyst, and Group Analyst

Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. Rachel Gibbons shares her profound experiences and insights on the topic of suicide, its impact on the bereaved, and patient safety. Dr. Gibbons discusses her journey, which began with the traumatic loss of four patients to suicide early in her career, and how these events shaped her professional path and personal growth. The conversation delves into the complexities of dealing with suicide in mental health services, the importance of reflective spaces, and the need for better preparation and support for clinicians.

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Call to Action: If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please seek help from a mental health professional or contact a crisis hotline in your area.

 In this episode, Christopher Matthews shares his journey of maintaining well-being beyond sports, reflecting on his past experiences and the challenges he faces in academia. With David Jones and Naomi Murphy he discusses the impact of his work on his mental health, the role of self-therapy, and the use of psychedelic drugs. Matthews also touches on the difficulties of addressing sensitive topics like child abuse in sports and the importance of reflection and mindfulness in his life.

Dr. Matthews, is a social scientist and epistemologist with years of experience advising doctoral candidates.  His latest sole-authored book, Doing Good Social Science, was published by Routledge in April 2025. He co-edited Teaching with Sociological Imagination in Higher Education (Springer) and Global Perspectives on Women in Combat Sports (Palgrave Macmillan)

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 In this episode, Christopher Matthews shares his journey of maintaining well-being beyond sports, reflecting on his past experiences and the challenges he faces in academia. With David Jones and Naomi Murphy he discusses the impact of his work on his mental health, the role of self-therapy, and the use of psychedelic drugs. Matthews also touches on the difficulties of addressing sensitive topics like child abuse in sports and the importance of reflection and mindfulness in his life.

Dr. Matthews, is a social scientist and epistemologist with years of experience advising doctoral candidates.  His latest sole-authored book, Doing Good Social Science, was published by Routledge in April 2025. He co-edited Teaching with Sociological Imagination in Higher Education (Springer) and Global Perspectives on Women in Combat Sports (Palgrave Macmillan)

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Guest: Dr. Eileen Borris, Clinical and Political Psychologist

Host(s): David Jones and Dr Naomi Murphy

Episode Summary: In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Eileen Borris, a clinical and political psychologist who has pioneered the concept of political forgiveness at individual, community, and national levels. Dr. Borris has addressed the United Nations and has worked for over 30 years to build peace in conflict areas around the world, including Rwanda, South Africa, Liberia, Nigeria, Ethiopia, and the Middle East.

https://www.drborris.com/books/finding-forgiveness-a-7-step-program-for-letting-go-of-anger-and-bitterness/

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Guest: Dr. Eileen Borris, Clinical and Political Psychologist

Host(s): David Jones and Dr Naomi Murphy

Episode Summary: In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Eileen Borris, a clinical and political psychologist who has pioneered the concept of political forgiveness at individual, community, and national levels. Dr. Borris has addressed the United Nations and has worked for over 30 years to build peace in conflict areas around the world, including Rwanda, South Africa, Liberia, Nigeria, Ethiopia, and the Middle East.

https://www.drborris.com/books/finding-forgiveness-a-7-step-program-for-letting-go-of-anger-and-bitterness/

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Episode Summary: In this powerful episode, Dr Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet with Susan MacRae and Sherri Thomson, two courageous women who have been fighting against the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in cases of childhood sexual abuse. They share their personal stories, the challenges they faced, and their ongoing efforts to bring justice and change to the system. This episode delves into the emotional and legal battles they have endured and highlights the importance of public awareness and legislative change.

https://www.therestitutionproject.ca/about

Since our conversation, Texas and Missouri have passed Trey’s Law, banning NDAs for childhood sexual assault.  So, this law will now cover a population of about 87 million people (this includes both Tennessee and California that already have laws banning NDAs for childhood sexual assault.). As the NDA is a tool of human traffickers this is good news!

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Episode Summary: In this powerful episode, Dr Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet with Susan MacRae and Sherri Thomson, two courageous women who have been fighting against the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in cases of childhood sexual abuse. They share their personal stories, the challenges they faced, and their ongoing efforts to bring justice and change to the system. This episode delves into the emotional and legal battles they have endured and highlights the importance of public awareness and legislative change.

https://www.therestitutionproject.ca/about

Since our conversation, Texas and Missouri have passed Trey’s Law, banning NDAs for childhood sexual assault.  So, this law will now cover a population of about 87 million people (this includes both Tennessee and California that already have laws banning NDAs for childhood sexual assault.). As the NDA is a tool of human traffickers this is good news!

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Episode Summary: In this powerful episode, Dr Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet with Susan MacRae and Sherri Thomson, two courageous women who have been fighting against the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in cases of childhood sexual abuse. They share their personal stories, the challenges they faced, and their ongoing efforts to bring justice and change to the system. This episode delves into the emotional and legal battles they have endured and highlights the importance of public awareness and legislative change.

https://www.therestitutionproject.ca/about

Since our conversation, Texas and Missouri have passed Trey’s Law, banning NDAs for childhood sexual assault.  So, this law will now cover a population of about 87 million people (this includes both Tennessee and California that already have laws banning NDAs for childhood sexual assault.). As the NDA is a tool of human traffickers this is good news!

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Episode Summary: In this powerful episode, Dr Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet with Susan MacRae and Sherri Thomson, two courageous women who have been fighting against the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in cases of childhood sexual abuse. They share their personal stories, the challenges they faced, and their ongoing efforts to bring justice and change to the system. This episode delves into the emotional and legal battles they have endured and highlights the importance of public awareness and legislative change.

https://www.therestitutionproject.ca/about

Since our conversation, Texas and Missouri have passed Trey’s Law, banning NDAs for childhood sexual assault.  So, this law will now cover a population of about 87 million people (this includes both Tennessee and California that already have laws banning NDAs for childhood sexual assault.). As the NDA is a tool of human traffickers this is good news!

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