https://simplecast.com Remark-a-Bull Podcast: Stories from USF Social Work Welcome to the Remark-a-Bull podcast! Hosted by Chris Groeber, an associate in research in the University of South Florida’s School of Social Work, this podcast explores powerful stories of social workers, students, and social work scholars who have made an outstanding impact on our communities far and wide. We hope these conversations inspire you to recognize a common humanity and believe that you can get a BSW, MSW or PhD. en Wed, 28 May 2025 18:16:46 +0000 Wed, 28 May 2025 18:16:57 +0000 https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com Remark-a-Bull Podcast: Stories from USF Social Work https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/c367bcd7-c564-4c9f-aa0a-af430b39bc5e/f38ee128-4ed8-40f7-96b4-85697e054f08/3000x3000/remark-a-bull-pod-cover-art-3240x3240.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com episodic Welcome to the Remark-a-Bull podcast! Hosted by Chris Groeber, an associate in research in the University of South Florida’s School of Social Work, this podcast explores powerful stories of social workers, students, and social work scholars who have made an outstanding impact on our communities far and wide. We hope these conversations inspire you to recognize a common humanity and believe that you can get a BSW, MSW or PhD. USF School of Social Work false https://feeds.simplecast.com/uHq8V3ql higher education, social work, social work education, university of south florida Chris Groeber cbcsmarketing@usf.edu e96a8cda-294c-4975-a787-38a25cab86b2 Aiden Clore Aiden Clore, a graduate of the USF Master of Social Work program, brought a profound sense of empathy to his internship in an inpatient hospital — because he’s lived the experience himself.  He began therapy in his teens to manage depression and spent time in residential treatment centers throughout his early adulthood. While pursuing his degree, Clore began to see his own experiences reflected in academic literature, sparking a deeper interest in the mental health field. After exploring paths in psychology and crisis counseling, he found his niche in leading group therapy where he draws on his lived experience to foster meaningful connections with patients, creating a safe and supportive spaces.

Click here to learn more about the study abroad opportunities with USF School of Social Work faculty. 

Learn more about the BSW offered at the University of South Florida here.

Learn more about the MSW offered at the University of South Florida here.

Learn more about the School of Social Work at the University of South Florida here. 

]]> Wed, 28 May 2025 18:16:46 +0000 cbcsmarketing@usf.edu (Aiden Clore, Chris Groeber) https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com/episodes/aiden-clore-_eIGtpvD Aiden Clore, a graduate of the USF Master of Social Work program, brought a profound sense of empathy to his internship in an inpatient hospital — because he’s lived the experience himself.  He began therapy in his teens to manage depression and spent time in residential treatment centers throughout his early adulthood. While pursuing his degree, Clore began to see his own experiences reflected in academic literature, sparking a deeper interest in the mental health field. After exploring paths in psychology and crisis counseling, he found his niche in leading group therapy where he draws on his lived experience to foster meaningful connections with patients, creating a safe and supportive spaces.

Click here to learn more about the study abroad opportunities with USF School of Social Work faculty. 

Learn more about the BSW offered at the University of South Florida here.

Learn more about the MSW offered at the University of South Florida here.

Learn more about the School of Social Work at the University of South Florida here. 

]]> Aiden Clore Aiden Clore, Chris Groeber 00:44:27 Aiden Clore, a graduate of the USF Master of Social Work program, brought a profound sense of empathy to his internship in an inpatient hospital — because he’s lived the experience himself. He began therapy in his teens to manage depression and spent time in residential treatment centers throughout his early adulthood. While pursuing his degree, Clore began to see his own experiences reflected in academic literature, sparking a deeper interest in the mental health field. After exploring paths in psychology and crisis counseling, he found his niche in leading group therapy where he draws on his lived experience to foster meaningful connections with patients, creating a safe and supportive spaces. Aiden Clore, a graduate of the USF Master of Social Work program, brought a profound sense of empathy to his internship in an inpatient hospital — because he’s lived the experience himself. He began therapy in his teens to manage depression and spent time in residential treatment centers throughout his early adulthood. While pursuing his degree, Clore began to see his own experiences reflected in academic literature, sparking a deeper interest in the mental health field. After exploring paths in psychology and crisis counseling, he found his niche in leading group therapy where he draws on his lived experience to foster meaningful connections with patients, creating a safe and supportive spaces. mental health, master of social work, behavioral health, social work education, student success false full 12 fc7b8201-bad9-4c7a-b0bb-de8b5931fe36 Vickie Lynn Vickie Lynn, PhD, MPH, MSW is an assistant professor of instruction in the USF School of Social Work whose research focuses on implementation science, evidence-informed interventions, and health care delivery for people dual and multi diagnosed with HIV, mental health, and/or substance use disorders.

In this episode, learn more about how she’s uplifting others through education to have better health outcomes, not only for themselves, but for their families and their community.

Learn more about the School of Social Work at the University of South Florida here. 

]]> Fri, 4 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000 cbcsmarketing@usf.edu (Vickie Lynn, Chris Groeber) https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com/episodes/vickie-lynn-Mq9_a_PH Vickie Lynn, PhD, MPH, MSW is an assistant professor of instruction in the USF School of Social Work whose research focuses on implementation science, evidence-informed interventions, and health care delivery for people dual and multi diagnosed with HIV, mental health, and/or substance use disorders.

In this episode, learn more about how she’s uplifting others through education to have better health outcomes, not only for themselves, but for their families and their community.

Learn more about the School of Social Work at the University of South Florida here. 

]]> Vickie Lynn Vickie Lynn, Chris Groeber 00:32:22 In the episode, Vickie discusses her second chance at life after her HIV diagnosis, the power of community, and how social work and education saved her life. In the episode, Vickie discusses her second chance at life after her HIV diagnosis, the power of community, and how social work and education saved her life. trauma, usf school of social work, social work education, self-care, hiv false full 11 256a9886-07d3-40b3-bbce-0dcd7eff22a3 Going global with USF Social Work Angel, Marissa, and Samantha talk about their hands-on experiences within community-based health care and social service organizations in Peru and Spain, where they had the opportunity to examine alternative health and mental health practices and learn about the socio-cultural context of health. The group compares what they saw in those countries to practices in the United States and discusses how improvements can be made. 

Click here to learn more about the study abroad opportunities with USF School of Social Work faculty. 

Learn more about the BSW offered at the University of South Florida here.

Learn more about the MSW offered at the University of South Florida here.

Learn more about the School of Social Work at the University of South Florida here. 

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:10:00 +0000 cbcsmarketing@usf.edu (Angel Reyes, Marissa Norton, Samantha Emerick, Chris Groeber) https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com/episodes/going-global-with-usf-social-work-3So26z2q Angel, Marissa, and Samantha talk about their hands-on experiences within community-based health care and social service organizations in Peru and Spain, where they had the opportunity to examine alternative health and mental health practices and learn about the socio-cultural context of health. The group compares what they saw in those countries to practices in the United States and discusses how improvements can be made. 

Click here to learn more about the study abroad opportunities with USF School of Social Work faculty. 

Learn more about the BSW offered at the University of South Florida here.

Learn more about the MSW offered at the University of South Florida here.

Learn more about the School of Social Work at the University of South Florida here. 

]]> Going global with USF Social Work Angel Reyes, Marissa Norton, Samantha Emerick, Chris Groeber 00:42:23 Angel Reyes, Marissa Norton, and Samantha Emerick discuss their recent study abroad experiences led by faculty in the USF School of Social Work. Tune in for advice on studying abroad and an examination of public health, stigma, and the global fight against sickness, poverty, and injustice. Angel Reyes, Marissa Norton, and Samantha Emerick discuss their recent study abroad experiences led by faculty in the USF School of Social Work. Tune in for advice on studying abroad and an examination of public health, stigma, and the global fight against sickness, poverty, and injustice. global health, global mental health, social work education, education abroad false full 10 782fc2d9-f1db-43ee-a07a-a17f7f771644 Pedro Serrano-Mejia Pedro Serrano-Mejia is a recent graduate of the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program and current Master of Social Work student at the University of South Florida. He is also a case manager within the Positive Parenting & Partnership program at Champions for Children where he listens to people’s stories and provides them with resources to not only care for their families but also for themselves. In this episode, Chris and Pedro discuss self-care, mindfulness, building relationships, and gratitude as a Gen Z.  

]]> Fri, 7 Jul 2023 04:00:00 +0000 cbcsmarketing@usf.edu (Pedro Serrano-Mejia, Chris Groeber) https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com/episodes/pedro-serrano-mejia-cB3m7LSm Pedro Serrano-Mejia is a recent graduate of the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program and current Master of Social Work student at the University of South Florida. He is also a case manager within the Positive Parenting & Partnership program at Champions for Children where he listens to people’s stories and provides them with resources to not only care for their families but also for themselves. In this episode, Chris and Pedro discuss self-care, mindfulness, building relationships, and gratitude as a Gen Z.  

]]> Pedro Serrano-Mejia Pedro Serrano-Mejia, Chris Groeber 00:31:23 In this episode, you’ll learn more about getting connected and networking at the University of South Florida and the USF Bachelor of Social Work program. In this episode, you’ll learn more about getting connected and networking at the University of South Florida and the USF Bachelor of Social Work program. usf school of social work, social work education, self-care, bachelor of social work, student success true full 9 954cfa8f-e393-42b8-929a-55d0cb1b5ba6 Tanya Johnson-Gilchrist Tanya Johnson-Gilchrist is a veteran, USF alumna, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and a Certified Public Health Professional who specializes in trauma, PTSD, and family conflict. Chris and Tanya chat about integrating work and life, time management, interpersonal and client relationships, and the impact of trauma. 

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work here.

]]> Fri, 23 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000 cbcsmarketing@usf.edu (Tanya Johnson-Gilchrist, USF School of Social Work, Chris Groeber) https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com/episodes/tanya-johnson-gilchrist-l44Jex5Y Tanya Johnson-Gilchrist is a veteran, USF alumna, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and a Certified Public Health Professional who specializes in trauma, PTSD, and family conflict. Chris and Tanya chat about integrating work and life, time management, interpersonal and client relationships, and the impact of trauma. 

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work here.

]]> Tanya Johnson-Gilchrist Tanya Johnson-Gilchrist, USF School of Social Work, Chris Groeber 00:32:55 Dive into the meaning and execution of self-care in this episode with Tanya and Chris. Dive into the meaning and execution of self-care in this episode with Tanya and Chris. social work, trauma, social work education, self-care, veterans affairs false full 8 fb911ba4-9bbe-4263-b78e-f1273055552c Clara Reynolds Born and raised in Tampa, FL, Clara Reynolds is the CEO of the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay and has been a social worker in Tampa since 1993.

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work here.

]]> Fri, 9 Jun 2023 13:00:00 +0000 cbcsmarketing@usf.edu (Clara Reynolds, USF School of Social Work, Chris Groeber) https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com/episodes/clara-reynolds-d1TrNJXN Born and raised in Tampa, FL, Clara Reynolds is the CEO of the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay and has been a social worker in Tampa since 1993.

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work here.

]]> Clara Reynolds Clara Reynolds, USF School of Social Work, Chris Groeber 00:41:54 In this episode, Chris and Clara discuss the business of social work, the breadth of social work in society, and the future use of AI in social work. In this episode, Chris and Clara discuss the business of social work, the breadth of social work in society, and the future use of AI in social work. ai in social work, business of social work, macro social work false full 7 bcdbed16-216c-40a3-9b60-0dc1f777833e Dawn Brown Dawn Brown, MSW is the current executive director of NASW Florida and the Virgin Islands and a member of the Association of Black Social Workers - Jacksonville Chapter. Dubbed the “Macro Maniac” by her MSW cohort at USF, Dawn has paved an impactful and inspirational career path in macro social work while simultaneously centering micro and mezzo in everything that she does, as she argues one cannot exist without the other.

In the episode, Dawn offers advice for future advocates and how to have healthy debates and conversations with those who may not agree.

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work here.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 13:15:00 +0000 cbcsmarketing@usf.edu (Dawn Brown, Chris Groeber, USF School of Social Work) https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com/episodes/dawn-brown-8YkoM_RQ Dawn Brown, MSW is the current executive director of NASW Florida and the Virgin Islands and a member of the Association of Black Social Workers - Jacksonville Chapter. Dubbed the “Macro Maniac” by her MSW cohort at USF, Dawn has paved an impactful and inspirational career path in macro social work while simultaneously centering micro and mezzo in everything that she does, as she argues one cannot exist without the other.

In the episode, Dawn offers advice for future advocates and how to have healthy debates and conversations with those who may not agree.

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work here.

]]> Dawn Brown Dawn Brown, Chris Groeber, USF School of Social Work 00:40:43 In this episode, Dawn and Chris discuss the call to advocate, the social work code of ethics, professional obligation, and how to speak the language of equity and social justice. In this episode, Dawn and Chris discuss the call to advocate, the social work code of ethics, professional obligation, and how to speak the language of equity and social justice. advocacy, social justice, policy, macro social work false full 6 37abd2e4-b987-4a02-89aa-cae3fbc9cf04 Stephanie Rosado Stephanie is a Certified Wellness & Health Coach whose research interests involve young adult populations diagnosed with osteoarthritis, the disease’s biopsychosocial impact, and research that focuses on advancing the field of sport social work.

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work's PhD program here. 

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work here.

]]> Fri, 12 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000 cbcsmarketing@usf.edu (Chris Groeber, USF School of Social Work, Stephanie Rosado) https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com/episodes/stephanie-rosado-zdiXYNnG Stephanie is a Certified Wellness & Health Coach whose research interests involve young adult populations diagnosed with osteoarthritis, the disease’s biopsychosocial impact, and research that focuses on advancing the field of sport social work.

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work's PhD program here. 

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work here.

]]> Stephanie Rosado Chris Groeber, USF School of Social Work, Stephanie Rosado 00:25:23 Stephanie Rosado, MSW is a PhD student in the USF School of Social Work. In this episode, Stephanie and Chris discuss self-discovery in the face of adversity and contributing to society through social work. Stephanie Rosado, MSW is a PhD student in the USF School of Social Work. In this episode, Stephanie and Chris discuss self-discovery in the face of adversity and contributing to society through social work. clinical social work, self-discovery, chronic illness, usf school of social work, social work education, sport social work false full 5 3b66f046-e8d0-43fd-be55-4108b3b7a2bf Simone Till In this episode, Chris and Simone discuss the bachelor of social work at USF and Simone’s interdisciplinary experience at the university and in her internship with the City of Tampa.  

Learn more about the BSW offered at the University of South Florida here.

Learn more about the School of Social Work at the University of South Florida here. 

]]> Fri, 28 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000 cbcsmarketing@usf.edu (Chris Groeber, USF School of Social Work, Simone Till) https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com/episodes/simone-till-g51yQo98 In this episode, Chris and Simone discuss the bachelor of social work at USF and Simone’s interdisciplinary experience at the university and in her internship with the City of Tampa.  

Learn more about the BSW offered at the University of South Florida here.

Learn more about the School of Social Work at the University of South Florida here. 

]]> Simone Till Chris Groeber, USF School of Social Work, Simone Till 00:29:39 Simone Till is a senior studying social work at the University of South Florida who applies empathy and her lived expertise with her disability to advocate for others and accessibility policy. Simone Till is a senior studying social work at the University of South Florida who applies empathy and her lived expertise with her disability to advocate for others and accessibility policy. accessibility, isability advocacy, policy, usf school of social work, social work education, bachelor of social work false full 4 c7295099-97eb-4975-8a47-f131659a8cd0 Justine Leigh  In this episode, Justine Leigh discusses how she helps undergraduates navigate the future, how she supports them in their professional and personal growth, and the wide variety of career paths possible with a degree in social work. 

Learn more about the School of Social Work at the University of South Florida here. 

 

]]> Fri, 14 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000 cbcsmarketing@usf.edu (USF School of Social Work, Chris Groeber) https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com/episodes/justine-leigh-Y5ExanD2  In this episode, Justine Leigh discusses how she helps undergraduates navigate the future, how she supports them in their professional and personal growth, and the wide variety of career paths possible with a degree in social work. 

Learn more about the School of Social Work at the University of South Florida here. 

 

]]> Justine Leigh USF School of Social Work, Chris Groeber 00:29:36 As the academic advisor for the BSW program at the USF School of Social Work, Justine Leigh advises students to pursue their passions and develop soft skills necessary for job acquisition and stresses the importance of exploration. As the academic advisor for the BSW program at the USF School of Social Work, Justine Leigh advises students to pursue their passions and develop soft skills necessary for job acquisition and stresses the importance of exploration. first-generation student, career exploration, first-generation, professional growth, usf school of social work, social work education, non-traditional students false full 3 8163bc00-ba67-4525-9f82-8d19f6a35591 Vivian Mills In this episode, Mills describes her moment of deciding to go back and get her MSW while parenting nine children (one birth child, four adopted children, and four kids in care). Her story is an intense tale that shows what moms can be capable of once they decide on a goal. 

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work's PhD program here. 

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work here.

 

]]> Thu, 23 Mar 2023 18:00:00 +0000 cbcsmarketing@usf.edu (Chris Groeber, Vivian Mills) https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com/episodes/vivian-mills-kA7uNVoU In this episode, Mills describes her moment of deciding to go back and get her MSW while parenting nine children (one birth child, four adopted children, and four kids in care). Her story is an intense tale that shows what moms can be capable of once they decide on a goal. 

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work's PhD program here. 

Learn more about the USF School of Social Work here.

 

]]> Vivian Mills Chris Groeber, Vivian Mills 00:34:38 Meet Vivian Mills, PhD. In this episode you will have an opportunity to learn about balancing home and school. Vivian takes us through getting her recent Ph.D. with all its twists and turns. Meet Vivian Mills, PhD. In this episode you will have an opportunity to learn about balancing home and school. Vivian takes us through getting her recent Ph.D. with all its twists and turns. returning to school as an older adult, social work, social work education, child welfare, parenting and higher education false full 1 ef6eb4d7-66f6-4844-ace4-f8057de79b3b Conial Caldwell, Jr. Conial Caldwell, Jr. discusses his professional journey from Washington, D.C. back to the academy. Conial describes the importance of integrating our clinical work and that of a more macro nature. He discusses how understanding the clinical aspects of social work has informed his policy making ideals.

Learn more about an MSW at the University of South Florida's School of Social Work here.

Learn more about the School of Social Work at the University of South Florida here. 

]]> Thu, 23 Mar 2023 18:00:00 +0000 cbcsmarketing@usf.edu (Chris Groeber, Conial Caldwell Jr.) https://remark-a-bull-podcast-stories-from-usf-social-work.simplecast.com/episodes/conial-caldwell-jr-ra_UDBk1 Conial Caldwell, Jr. discusses his professional journey from Washington, D.C. back to the academy. Conial describes the importance of integrating our clinical work and that of a more macro nature. He discusses how understanding the clinical aspects of social work has informed his policy making ideals.

Learn more about an MSW at the University of South Florida's School of Social Work here.

Learn more about the School of Social Work at the University of South Florida here. 

]]> Conial Caldwell, Jr. Chris Groeber, Conial Caldwell Jr. 00:38:35 Conial Caldwell, Jr., MSW, is a USF School of Social Work visiting instructor. In this episode, Conial shares his passion for researching the lived expertise of African American Fathers. Conial Caldwell, Jr., MSW, is a USF School of Social Work visiting instructor. In this episode, Conial shares his passion for researching the lived expertise of African American Fathers. social work and policy, usf school of social work, social work education, diversity in social work, macro social work false full 2