Emotipod: Arts & Emotions
99 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingAimed at anyone who loves any kind of art form, in this series of conversations with brilliant guest creatives from many different genres, host Frances Butt explores the countless emotional and mental health benefits of the arts. After all, life without them wouldn't be much of a life at all...
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Shame
April 20, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB...the Big One! In this penultimate episode of Emotipod, host Frances Butt talks to Internal Family Systems coach Alex Bollag, about shame, a sensitive topic for everyone. For excellent writings by Alex and to find out more about Internal Family Systems, visit her website, The Healing Life Buy The Language of Emotions by Karla McLaren -- Music: Frances Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice Or visit Frances's website: francesbutt.com
Heroes & Villains
March 30, 2024 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBStories of heroes and villains, good versus (preferably conquering) evil, have always been with us, and extremely popular. But have they always been conflated with our views of daily life and people, which seem to have become so polarised? Why does do more people these days seem to be either worshiped or vilified? . Having listened to the brilliant Jon Ronson on Joseph Campbell and the Hero's Journey (link below), host Frances Butt is joined by Chrissy Van Dyke for a wade through the cult...
Dysmorphia
March 16, 2024 06:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBDissatisfaction or discomfort with one's appearance - we all have a little bit, but the beauty and slimming industries as well as popular culture feed the body shaming and 'othering' that can lead to very serious dysmorphic disorders like anorexia, addictions, extreme plastic surgery, etc. Host Frances talks to peri-menopause, body image and confidence coach Tamsin Broster about how she's helping women - and her own children - feel happy in their own skins. Tamsin Broster Join Frances on ...
Mental Health First Aid
March 02, 2024 06:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBWhat is MHFA? Mental Health First Aider and trainer Fabiola Doano fills in the details to host Frances Butt. Trigger warning: this episode includes some references to sexual assault. Here is a link to Fabiola's Mental Health First Aid training courses: http://www.apoyocourses.co.uk And her LinkedIn page: Fabiola Doano, LinkedIn You can also find out about MHFA within and beyond the UK here: https://mhfaengland.org/ https://www.smhfa.com/ https://mhfawales.org/ https://aware-ni.org/m...
Hubris
February 17, 2024 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.29 MBAn overblown sense of pride and self-importance in political leaders and high-achievers is nothing new. Hubris is a very human thing and we’ve always been susceptible. Join host Frances Butt in this very short solo journey through a few artistic and real-life examples of hubris. - Music: Frances Butt Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice Or visit Frances's website: francesbutt.com
Shadow
February 03, 2024 06:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBWhat is the Jungian 'human shadow'? Is it only the worst of ourselves, that we hide from ourselves and the world, or is there more to it? Host Frances Butt explores with interior design psychologist Michelle Armitage. Michelle's website - Light & Frank Music: Frances Butt Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice Or visit Frances's website: francesbutt.com
Sharing or Showing Off?
January 20, 2024 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBAs a performer, artist or just as someone aiming to promote your business, do you ever worry that you're bragging rather than sharing your talents, and that this might be harming rather than hindering you? Host Frances Butt consults women's business network founder Sarah Cook and Internal Family Systems coach Alex Bollag to find out how to distinguish sharing from showing off. Music: Frances Butt The Inkspots Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/franc...
Rage
December 16, 2023 06:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBRage, not being an everyday emotion (ideally not at least), can be hard to understand and deal with. It isn’t ‘nice’ either. So we don’t talk about it that much - but maybe we should… Step forward intrepid interior designer Zoe Hewett of stylemongersofbristol.co.uk to share experiences of rage with host Frances Butt. - Music Intro: Frances Butt La Danza Del Tezcatlipoca Rojo: Ramiro Musotto Rise: Public Image Ltd Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/...
Etiquette
December 02, 2023 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB... or manners? Are they the same thing? Is etiquette just a relic of the upper echelons of society, or does it still exist in various forms? No answers promised, no solutions, just explorations. Host Frances Butt chats to friend Hilary Lewis about etiquette, convention and rules. - Music: Titles/credits: Frances Butt The Blue Danube, Johann Strauss Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice Or visit Frances's website: francesbutt.com
Mistakes
November 11, 2023 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBWell, we all make them, but we don't always enjoy them. Yet mistakes, as commercial photographer Marcus Ahmad tells host Frances Butt, are essential to creativity. If you're feeling crushed by a recent screw-up, we hope this conversation might help soothe. You're not alone. Click here for Marcus Ahmad's photography website And here for Vivian Maier's social history photography - Emotipod homepage Music: Frances Butt Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedi...
Consistency
October 28, 2023 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBThis episode is for anyone struggling with being consistent at work. Sarah Cook, founder of a successful women's business network, was for some years an advisor on social media marketing; something most self-employed must learn to use these days. Sarah's not a 'corporate creature', despite descriptive words like 'networking' and 'marketing' attached to her; she has a degree in fashion and her flamboyant style couldn't be less business-suity. Sarah joins host Frances Butt to discuss m...
Conscientiousness
October 14, 2023 06:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBAre we talking about our moral compass, or just general tidiness and orderliness, when we use the word 'conscientious'? And do we get our meanings mixed up? Frances talks to Michelle Armitage, an expert in interior design psychology, about conscientiousness, with Michelle's excellent book, Your Design Personality at Home as their starting point. Michelle Armitage's website, Light & Frank Buy Michelle's book here - paperback, Kindle or audiobook narrated by Frances: Your Design Personalit...
Resentment
September 23, 2023 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBWhy does resentment often prove so hard to get rid of, once it sets in? Countless relationships, artistic collaborations and businesses have folded because of it. In this second episode of Series 3, host Frances is joined by Hilary Lewis, who shares her personal perspective on feelings of resentment and making possibly unfair judgments about others. -- Music: Frances Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice Or visit Frances's website: fra...
Cheek!
September 11, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBWhy does cheekiness cheer us up? It's a mysterious but wonderful art, and some people are really good at it. Comedy legends and cheeky chars Dolly and Gracie are a case in point. They share with host Frances Butt a little of what's involved in their particular nostalgic brand of cheek, a week before they walk once again among the crowds at the Goodwood Revival Festival, leaving joy and laughter in their wake. Includes a gorgeous story about how laughter really is the best medicine... ...
Emotipod Series 3 Trailer
August 05, 2023 06:00 - 2 minutes - 1.58 MBHere we go again! Emotipod returns September 2023 with more great discussions on the curious things we come up against as human beings. Host Frances Butt recaps Series 1 and 2, and introduces Series 3. Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice Or visit Frances's website: francesbutt.com
Burnout
June 17, 2023 06:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this final episode of Series 2, Creative Blocks, Dr. Nicola Harker shares with host Frances Butt her experience of burnout, re-education, recovery, and her subsequent journey towards helping many other people who burn out. Being overwhelmed and overworked, crashing and burning is all too common. The question is, how to avoid it? . The Thinking Toolbox Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice Or visit Frances's website: francesbutt.com
Indifference
June 03, 2023 06:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBIt's never a great feeling when you're giving your all but people just aren't into it. In this penultimate episode of Emotipod Series 2, Creative Blocks, host Frances Butt once again seeks help from her friends, creatives and coaches, to discuss experiences of indifference and possible ways of dealing with it. Guests: Lisa Jones psychotherapist Knud Stüwe, guitarist and oud player Amos Childs, music producer Birdsmith (Katie Bird) silversmith/jeweller Oliver Lee, copywriter & Alexander Tec...
Saying Yes, Saying No
May 20, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBIt's all too common to say 'yes' to something we should have said 'no' to, and vice versa. Why do some of us have so much trouble with this? How can we learn to exercise better judgment and self-control, if at all? Host Frances Butt discusses with artistic friends the tricky balance of saying 'yes' to the right stuff, and 'no' to things that won't do us any good... Guests: Lisa Jones psychotherapist and performer John Telfer, actor Helen Gill, writer Birdsmith (Katie Bird) silversmith/jew...
Procrastination
May 06, 2023 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBIs it a mortal sin, to procrastinate? Or can it sometimes be the right thing to do? Host Frances Butt discusses the ins and outs of putting things off, with a series of helpful artistic friends. Guests and links: Helen Gill, writer Hannah Rose Platt, singer-songwriter Elizabeth Mikellides, digital artist Oliver Lee, copywriter & Alexander Technique teacher Sadia Ghazanfar, international coach The Thinking Toolbox Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in...
Distractibility
April 22, 2023 06:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBIt's definitely a thing. Our attention spans are more severely challenged these days then ever before, and sadly shorter as a result. What can creatives do to help stay on course? Host Frances Butt talks to friends (and family) about their experiences and strategies. Guests & Links: Lisa Jones, psychotherapist Dan Butt, TV editor Sarah Cook, networking director A.A.Abbott, crimewriter -- The Thinking Toolbox -- Dr. Kristy Goodwin -- Chris Fox -- Music: Frances Join Frances on Instagra...
Snobbery & Prejudice
April 08, 2023 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBIt's never nice being on the receiving end of snobbery, but it's common - after all, if we're honest with ourselves, we're all capable of being snobby about something or other. Prejudice is more serious and difficult to deal with. Can artists build more resilience to snobbery and prejudice if they need to? Host Frances Butt discusses these things with friends, family, and Emotipod's resident psychotherapist, Lisa Jones. Guests: Lisa Jones psychotherapist Knud Stüwe, guitarist and oud p...
Envy
March 25, 2023 07:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBMany artists succumb to envy - some to the point of feeling demotivated and pessimistic about their own creative output. But can it be a positive thing? Host Frances Butt and guests discuss experiences and opinions about envy. Guests: Lisa Jones psychotherapist Oliver Lee, copywriter & Alexander Technique teacher Victoria Firth, performer, theatre maker, director Amos Childs, music producer -- Sparky's Magic Piano -- The Thinking Toolbox Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or Li...
Being Disorganised
March 11, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBBeing all over the place hardly helps get things done; yet making art is often kind of messy. It can sometimes be tricky to balance creating spontaneity, freedom and flow, without descending into more general chaos. Are some of us just fated to be disorderly, or can we get a little better at being more organised without 'forfeiting our artistic souls'? Host Frances Butt and friends discuss. . Guests: Helen Gill, novelist A.A.Abbott (Helen Blenkinsop), crimewriter Elizabeth Mikellides dig...
Confidence
February 25, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBA lack of confidence can really hold back even the most talented of artists and performers, but self doubt often goes with the creative territory. With the help of friends, host Frances Butt peers into the spectrum of confidence, including those unpleasant extremes we'd rather not be associated with - arrogance and narcissism. Guests and links: Lisa Jones psychotherapist and performer Birdsmith (Katie Bird) silversmith/jeweller Knud Stüwe, guitarist and oud player -- The Thinking Toolbox -...
Criticism
February 11, 2023 07:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBCreative people are often sensitive to criticism and find it hard to take. Can you get better at it? Host Frances Butt talks to friends about various kinds of critique and criticism and how best to weather it. Lisa Jones psychotherapist Maria Linnemann composer and guitarist Claudia Aurora, singer-songwriter Helen Gill, writer Birdsmith (Katie Bird) silversmith/jeweller Knud Stüwe, guitarist and oud player Oliver Lee, copywriter & Alexander Technique teacher -- The Thinking Toolbox Joi...
Monetising Art
January 28, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBHost Frances Butt talks to friends about the thorny issue of making a living or a decent side-hustle from artistic endeavours. Very few people manage make a mint from their art; but, strangely and unfairly, there is a degree of stigma and shame attached to not doing so. How can we ditch those feelings? Guests and links: Tirke Linnemann cellist Knud Stüwe, guitarist and oud player Amos Childs music producer Birdsmith (Katie Bird) silversmith/jeweller Dr. Rushana Khusainova coach and market...
Failure
January 14, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBHost Frances Butt talks to creative and expert friends about their experiences of failure, different attitudes towards it, and whether it's possible to get better at failing if you find it horribly painful. Guests and links: Tim Bentinck actor John Telfer actor Amos Childs, music producer Quincy Medwynter Duvallon Lohan transformational coach Lisa Jones psychotherapist and performer Rushana Khusainova marketing lecturer & soft skills coach Birdsmith (Katie Bird) silversmith/jeweller Occasi...
Grit & Determination
December 31, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBHost Frances Butt talks to creative, business and health-practitioner friends about the qualities of staying power. Can it be learned and improved, or is it innate? Guests and links: Lisa Jones, psychotherapist and performer Sarah Cook, networking director Hannah Rose Platt, singer-songwriter Helen Gill, writer Grit, by Angela Duckworth Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice Or visit Frances's website: francesbutt.com
Self-Promotion
December 17, 2022 07:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBSelf-promotion is often conflated with boasting... yet how can people know about your work if you won't tell them about it and you can't afford a publicist? Host Frances Butt and friends discuss the emotional conundrums and blocks about promoting your own artwork, and explore possible strategies for managing misgivings and feeling better about getting yourself out there. Guests and links: Bill Butt, film director/producer Helen Gill, author Lisa Jones psychotherapist Amos Childs, music pro...
Mediocrity
December 03, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBFrances Butt and friends explore the tricky subject of mediocrity. Nobody likes their work to be thought of as mediocre; but... are you OK just being - OK? Guests: Lisa Jones, psychotherapist Knud Stüwe, guitarist and oud player Amos Childs, music producer Oliver Lee, copywriter & Alexander Technique teacher -- The Thinking Toolbox -- (profanity warning - one instance) -- Music, Frances Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice Or visit Franc...
Rejection
November 19, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBBeing turned down or having work turned down can be upsetting. Can it be made any easier? Frances asks seasoned performers and coaches for their experiences and views. Guests & Links: Lisa Jones psychotherapist Tim Bentinck actor John Telfer actor Quincy Medwynter Duvallon Lohan transformational coach Rushana Khusainova marketing lecturer & soft skills coach -- The Thinking Toolbox -- Music: Frances Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice O...
Stage Fright
November 05, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBFrances talks with performer friends about their experiences of stage fright, explores the nuts and bolts of it, and seeks strategies for dealing with it. Guests & Links: Lisa Jones, psychotherapist Tim Bentinck, actor John Telfer, actor Claudia Aurora, singer-songwriter Amos Childs, music producer Maria Linnemann, guitarist and composer Victoria Firth, performer, theatre maker, director Knud Stüwe, guitarist and oud player -- The Thinking Toolbox -- Music: Frances -- Profanity warning: the...
Creative Block
October 22, 2022 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBHost Frances Butt talks to writers, musicians, performers and psychotherapist Lisa Jones about what creative block means, its causes, and what can be done to get past it to inspiration and productivity again. Guests & Links: Lisa Jones, psychotherapist Helen Gill, writer A.A.Abbott, crimewriter Oliver Lee, copywriter & Alexander Technique teacher Hannah Rose Platt, singer-songwriter Claudia Aurora, singer-songwriter Amos Childs, music producer Victoria Firth, performer, theatre maker, direc...
Imposter Syndrome
October 08, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBWhy does imposter syndrome occur? Why do so many of us feel unworthy and undeserving, as though we're going to be caught out as frauds - even when we're doing wonderful work? Host Frances Butt talks to various artists and guest psychotherapist Lisa Jones about the topic, and what can be done about it. Guests & Links: Lisa Jones psychotherapist Elizabeth Mikellides digital artist Tirke Linnemann cellist Hannah Rose Platt singer-songwriter Amos Childs music producer Birdsmith (Katie Bird) s...
Perfectionism
September 24, 2022 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBIn the first episode of Emotipod Series 2: Creative Blocks... ...host Frances Butt talks to various friends about what they understand by the term 'perfectionist'; whether they think it's a good or a bad thing, and whether it's played any part of their education or training. Resident expert psychotherapist Lisa Jones also explains how perfectionism can become a big problem, and what can be done about it if it does... Guests and links: Lisa Jones psychotherapist A A Abbott crime writer El...
Chronic Pain Special - Part 2
September 10, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBMore stories, wisdom, encouragement, and helpful strategies for anyone with chronic pain, from musician Chrissy Van Dyke, coach Alex Bollag, psychotherapist Lisa Jones and medicinal herbalist Clare McQuade. If you suffer with chronic pain you're not alone, and there is hope... Part 2 of 2 Profanity warning: occasional swearing In order of appearance: Chrissy Van Dyke, musician and Alexander Technique teacher soundcloud.com/chrissyvandyke (If you would like help with chronic pain, the ...
Chronic Pain Special: Part 1
September 10, 2022 05:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBChronic pain is an emotional roller coaster. Host Frances Butt talks to three excellent women with extensive experience, knowledge and understanding of chronic pain, and the huge variety of emotions that can go with it. Why does pain hang around? What kinds of things do people try to help themselves? What kinds of things get in the way of progress? If you suffer with chronic pain you're not alone, and there is hope... Part 1 of 2 Profanity warning: occasional swearing In order of ap...
Emotipod S2: Creative Blocks - Trailer
August 30, 2022 06:00 - 3 minutes - 2.44 MBIntroducing a new flavour of Emotipod podcasts, this time tackling the many kinds of struggle that can be involved in art-making. Host Frances Butt explains how she'll be talking to various artists and experts about obstacles like perfectionism, writers' block, stage fright, imposter syndrome, rejection, and many more. Episode 1, Perfectionism, will be out on 24th September, and remaining episodes will be fortnightly after that. BONUS: TWO-PART SPECIAL ON CHRONIC PAIN, OUT 10TH SEPTE...
Art Rituals, w. Sue Barclay
June 18, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MBArtist and Dynamic Emotional Integration practitioner Sue Barclay talks to Frances Butt about how important it is for her to be able to express her feelings through her painting, as well as how helpful it is to better understand and engage with our emotions. https://www.suebarclay.com https://www.instagram.com/suebarclayart/ The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You - Karla McLaren Living with Feeling: The Art of Emotional Expression - Lucia Capoccione Call to...
Film Music, with David Poore
June 04, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBWildlife screen composer David Poore and ex-screen composer Frances discuss the role of music in movies, TV dramas, documentaries and of course wildlife films. Conversation also covers conscious and subconscious influences in composition, and the electronic software that has revolutionised the industry these past few decades. David is perhaps best known for his well-loved theme to BBC's Springwatch, but has been composing for TV across the world for over 25 years. Recorded April 2022 - -...
The Art of the Barnet, w. Doug Hobbs
May 21, 2022 06:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBFew creative arts can match hairdressing for its direct, personal importance and influence on people. Bristol's best-known hairdresser Doug Hobbs talks to host Frances Butt about the roots (pun intended) of his career. Their discussions cover the craft of cutting and colouring, the importance of building a brand, client relationships, and the general positivity of a job that is officially known for being the happiest of all. For anyone unfamiliar with Cockney rhyming slang, 'barnet' = ha...
A Vintage Life, w. Mars
May 07, 2022 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBBringing 1940s and 50s style into today and totally living the aesthetic, Mars Dilbert shares her artistry, her need for self-expression and her love of history with host Frances Butt. Mars' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/life_on_mars96/ TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLfpM17e/ - - Recorded March 2022 Music: Frances
A Vintage Life, w. Mars
May 07, 2022 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBBringing 1940s and 50s style into today and totally living the aesthetic, Mars Dilbert shares her artistry, her need for self-expression and her love of history with host Frances Butt. Mars' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/life_on_mars96/ TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLfpM17e/ - - Recorded March 2022 Music: Frances Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice Or visit Frances's website: francesbutt.com
Being In The Archers
April 23, 2022 06:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBThe Archers is a daily or weekly must for millions of listeners, in the UK and worldwide. Long-standing stars of the longest drama series in the world, actors Tim Bentinck (David Archer) and John Telfer (Alan Franks), share their characters' stories with Frances Butt, discuss the appeal and the many enduring, endearing qualities of this much-loved programme, and throw in a few fun anecdotes along the way. Buy Tim Bentinck's book here: Being David Archer, and Other Unusual Ways of Ear...
Exploring Rhythm & Harmony
April 09, 2022 05:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBExtraordinary pianist and musical explorer Edward Chilvers explains to host Frances Butt a few basics about his mission to push the boundaries of harmonic and polyrhythmic possibility. Edward's website Youtube channel Facebook page Instagram Buy 31 Pieces, CD or download Contact Edward (via website) - - Recorded March 2022 All music: Edward Chilvers, from 12 Etudes & 31 Pieces Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice Or visit Fra...
Art Therapy, w. Laura Butt
March 26, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBArtist and art therapist Laura talks movingly to host Frances about the often-demanding but rewarding practice of clinical, psychotherapy-based art therapy. Laura's website: https://www.laurabutt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurakbutt - - Recorded January 2022 Music: Frances Join Frances on Instagram: @francesbbristol or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/francesbvoice Or visit Frances's website: francesbutt.com
Fine Art Photography, w. Paul Graham
March 12, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBWorld-renowned photographer Paul Graham joins host Frances Butt to talk about the ways he works, empathically documenting moments of the world and people's lives as they present themselves, as well as the impact of the pandemic on his work and on life in general. You can find writings on and by Paul here: https://www.paulgrahamarchive.com And his Museum of Modern Art archive here: https://www.moma.org/artists/2286 --- Recorded January 2022 Music: Frances Join Frances on Instagram: @fr...
Pictures for Children, w. Leila Nabih
February 26, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBLeila Nabih charts her career path towards becoming a children's illustrator, and talks with host Frances Butt about the warm, safe, cosy feelings most often associated with the pictures in children's books, as well as some of her influences and projects Leila’s website: https://www.leilanabih.com Facebook/Instagram: @leilanabihillustrations https://www.facebook.com/LeilaNabihIllustrations https://www.instagram.com/leilanabihillustrations/ - - Recorded January 2022 Music: Frances Joi...
Pictures for Children w. Leila Nabih
February 26, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBLeila Nabih charts her career path towards becoming a children's illustrator, and talks with host Frances Butt about the warm, safe, cosy feelings most often associated with the pictures in children's books, as well as some of her influences and projects Leila’s website: https://www.leilanabih.com Facebook/Instagram: @leilanabihillustrations https://www.facebook.com/LeilaNabihIllustrations https://www.instagram.com/leilanabihillustrations/ - - Recorded January 2022 Music: Frances
Care, Courage & Comedy w. Victoria Firth
February 12, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBSolo performer Victoria Firth creates entertaining, courageous one-woman shows tackling emotive issues, using elements of comedy, clowning and performance art. Victoria talks to host Frances about her journey from arts administrator to solo performer, the theme of care running through her work, and how she uses her wisdom and experience to help other creatives. Victoria's website: http://www.victoriafirth.co.uk V's poem called ‘The Art of Caring’ http://www.victoriafirth.co.uk/2-of-3-t...