Episode 1: An Introduction to Bedford Borough Parent Carer Forum and Let’s Talk SEND!

Hosts: BBPCF Operational Team -  Kerri, Val, Sophie and Lee 

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​In the inaugural episode of Let’s Talk SEND!, listeners meet the BBPCF team and learn about the purpose, aspirations, and values behind the podcast. The team share their goals for supporting the SEND community in Bedford Borough by providing open conversation, targeted information, and collaboration across local services.

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📅 Published: June 2025

⏱️ Duration: 42 minutes​

Episode 4: A Conversation with Augustina Williams - Head of Service, Bedfordshire and​ Luton Community Paediatrics Service 

Guest: Augustina Williams, Head of Service

In this episode, we sit down with Augustina for a brilliant conversation about putting humanity back into services, the motivations behind her work, local developments in health services, and plenty more.

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📅 Published: November 2025

⏱️ Duration: 42 minutes

Episode 7: Tim Long - Head of School Support Services

Guest: Tim Long, Head of School Support Services

In this episode Tim speaks with Kerri about working with parents and schools, the importance of communication, the current strengths and challenges within the SEND system, and the growing adversarial and legal pressures facing SEND.

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📅 Published: January 2026

⏱️ Duration: 41 minutes

Episode 2: Listening to Parents, Supporting Children: A Conversation with Bedford Borough’s Chris Morris, Chief Education Officer

​Guest: Chris Morris, Local Authority

In this episode of Let’s Talk SEND, Kerri speaks with Chris Morris, Chief Education Officer at Bedford Borough, about improving support and opportunities for children and young people with SEND, including inclusive initiatives across education, early years and community services.

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📅 Published: September 2025

⏱️ Duration: 48 minutes

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Episode 5: A Conversation with Simon Harwin – Director of Children’s Community Health Services

Guest: Simon Harwin – Director of Children’s Community Health Services

​​In this episode we have a chat with Simon about his role, working collaboratively, waiting lists and how to work within a system that often seems overwhelmed. 

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📅 Published: December 2025

⏱️ Duration: 42 minutes

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Episode 8: A Conversation with Jordan Clover - Head of Community and Specialist Nursing

Guest: Jordan Clover - Head of Community and Specialist Nursing

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In this episode, Kerri chats with Jordan about special educational needs and disabilities, the realities of navigating the school system, and Jordan’s advice and encouragement for families of children with medically complex needs who may be feeling isolated.

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📅 Published: February 2026

⏱️ Duration: 39 minutes

Episode 3: A Conversation with Nicola Ready, Head of SEND

Guest: Nicola Ready, Local Authority

In this episode of Let's Talk SEND we talk with Nicola Ready, Head of SEND, Bedford Borough, about her journey and experiences within SEND. She shares insights into supporting children and families, the challenges faced, and the importance of collaboration between schools, services, and parents. 

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📅 Published: October 2025

⏱️ Duration: 32 minutes

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Episode 6: Hawaa Empower – Removing Barriers with Shapna and Nisbar

Guests: Shapna and Nisbar

​​In this episode, we talk with Shapna and Nisbar about working together across different communities to encourage inclusion and break down barriers.

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📅 Published: December 2025

⏱️ Duration: 36 minutes

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Episode 9: A Conversation with Terry Steele – SENDIAS

Guest: Terry Steele, Team Lead at Bedford Borough SENDIAS

A discussion about SENDIAS support, understanding your rights, early intervention, and how SENDIAS works alongside families navigating the SEND system.

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📅 Published: April 2026

⏱️ Duration: 26 minutes