Episode 06 Military Service, Social Work, and Personal Growth: A Conversation with G Ford

In this week's episode, our host, Professor Christian Ace Stettler, and co-host Mark Simkus engage in a compelling conversation with "G" Ford, a former student of Christian's at Hawaii Pacific University who has since become a licensed social worker specializing in dialysis care. G's life journey, from a difficult childhood to serving in the Marines for 12 years before embarking on a career in social work, offers an insightful perspective on the transformative power of social work values. Christian and G delve into G's experiences as a social work student and how these experiences have translated into his professional career. The conversation also highlights the importance of supervision and licensure for social workers and how these can facilitate personal and professional growth. Additionally, the episode explores the nuanced relationship between student and professor, the evolution of this relationship into colleague to colleague, and how these connections can foster a sense of community in social work practice. As a podcast grounded in circular ideas and experiences, we aim to use storytelling as a form of education to uphold social work values and encourage empathy and understanding. Join us on this episode as we delve into the experiences and perspectives of G Ford, and explore how his unique journey has contributed to his success in social work practice. Download the Callin app for iOS and Android to listen to this podcast live, call in, and more! Also available at callin.com