Our recordings cover various topics, from practical housing management and high-level policy discussions to events designed to support your professional development. All recordings are free for all CIH members, log in and listen/watch from anywhere.
CIH Podcast episode 56 - The importance of supported housing in the housing sector
Tune in to our latest podcast episode where host Steph Morphew, CIH’s policy lead for supported housing, discusses the different approaches and the importance it holds to tenants living in them. Hear from guests Tannith Howard from Kirklees and Julie Layton from Advance on why they continue to advocate for supported housing.
CIH Podcast episode 55 - Member only special: What will Andy Burnham bring to the housing sector?
Tune in to this member only special of the CIH Podcast as our policy colleagues discuss what the change in prime minister means for UK housing.
CIH Podcast episode 54 - Celebrating CIH fellowship
Join host Jill Allcoat, as she talks through everything membership with three fellows with over 100 years of membership combined! Learn about what membership benefits have been of most use through their careers, what they value most about being a fellow and why they think professionalism is so important to the sector. Hear from life member David Sice, Executive Director at Solo Housing, Barrington Billings, Director of Operations at Tuntum Housing and Gill Donoghue, Head of Business Transformation at Caledonia Housing Association.
CIH Podcast episode 53 - What does regional devolution mean for housing in England?
In the latest CIH podcast, Tom Arnold is joined by Catriona Riddell and Leo Pollak to explore what the next phase of English devolution could mean for housing, planning and place-making. Listen now for a timely discussion on the opportunities, challenges and partnerships needed to unlock more social and affordable homes.
CIH Futures podcast episode 13 - A day in the life of a green-skilled role
Interested in sustainability and wondering what a green-skilled role in housing looks like day to day? This podcast explores the exciting and growing opportunities available across the housing sector, from sustainability and retrofit to data-led monitoring and operational improvement. Building on the CHOOSE Housing campaign, this CIH Futures podcast highlights the variety of pathways into green-skilled careers, showcasing experiences from professionals at different stages of their journey. Whether you are interested in apprenticeships, technical routes, or sustainability-focused careers, this episode offers practical insight into the skills, experiences, and opportunities available in housing today.
CIH Podcast episode 52 - UK Housing Review 2026: What the sector is telling us
Tune in to the latest episode of the CIH Podcast which unpacks the 2026 UK Housing Review. Highlighting a system under pressure but not without solutions, leading housing experts examine the data behind this year's review. Join host, Rachael Williamson as she speaks to John Perry, Peter Williams, Francesca Albanese and Matthew Scott.
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CIH Podcast episode 51 - Diversifying the workplace: Where to start!
Hear from our guest panel on the importance of diversity in the workplace and how organisations should be more representative. Learn more about why certain groups face barriers when it comes to work and what our host, Justin, and guests Sharon, Dan and Pedro think organisations should be doing to remove these.
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CIH Futures podcast episode 12 - A day in the life of an EDI officer
In this special Pride Month episode, the Futures podcast explores the role of equality, diversity and inclusion in the housing sector.
We hear from two housing professionals working in EDI roles, who share their experiences and reflect on the importance of LGBTQ+ inclusion for both colleagues and residents. Together, they offer insight into how inclusive practice can help create stronger workplaces, better services and more welcoming communities.
Resources: https://stonewallhousing.org/houseproudpledge/
CIH Podcast episode 50 - Keep your skills up to date this Learning at Work Week
This Learning at Work Week we got some experts in the sector together to hear about the importance of CPD and professional development in the housing sector. Host Chloe Fletcher, head of policy at CIH, is joined by Lindsay Driscoll and Connor Clarke from CIH’s professional standards committee and Sarah Dunkerley, CIH’s director of membership and professional development to discuss what it means to undertake CPD and why everyone should do it.
CIH Podcast episode 49 - How being Rooted in Resilience will help your mental health
Join our guests this Mental Health Awareness Week as they discuss the current CIH president’s campaign, Rooted in Resilience. Julie Haydon tells host Liam Turner about the campaign, and we also hear from Linzi Webb from Radius Housing and Niamh Quinn from Tuath Housing about how working across the island of Ireland needed resilience at times which were difficult for housing professionals.
