Persistent and Nasty
277 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★ - 2 ratingsPersistent and Nasty is a script-reading, debate and art as activism initiative for women and gender minorities in the stage and screen industries. We are committed to an intersectional approach and aim to use the space we’ve created to provide a platform for the spectrum of marginalised voices in our culture.
Through a series of script readings, live debates and a regular podcast series, we aim to amplify the unrepresented voices in theatre and film.
Our goal is to create a project that is safe and supportive, but that is also an act of protest. Persistent and Nasty is about changing the cultural narrative through the stories we tell.
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Episodes
Episode 67 - Rebecca O'Brien
September 04, 2020 09:38 - 1 hour - 126 MBIn today’s you have all the Nasty Gals together with the incredible Rebecca O’Brien. Rebecca is world renowned film Producer. We talk her beginnings in the industry at Edinburgh Film Festival to Channel 4 in its early days, America to setting up sixteen Films with Ken Loach and Paul Laverty to the joys of black cats. Elaine nearly got a kitten in this episode. REBECCA O'BRIEN Rebecca O’Brien began her film life working at the Edinburgh Film Festival. After a short stint in theatre admin at Ri...
Episode 66 - Georgi Banks-Davies
August 28, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 118 MBIn today’s episode Elaine and Misha chat with film director Georgi Banks-Davies. Georgi is inspiring and has filmed all over the world in various and extreme situations. Yet, still makes brilliant work and films with heart & soul. She is the lead director on the brand-new show from Sky Atlantic I Hate Suzie which starts on 27th August 2020. You will be able to watch all episodes from Friday the 28th August on Sky Atlantic and Now TV. We are so excited for this and when you hear Georgi talk ab...
Episode 65 - Alia & Laura - Scuzz Film
August 21, 2020 17:53 - 1 hour - 118 MBIn today’s episode Misha chats with writer/director Alia Ghafar and Producer Laura McBride. They discuss everything form filming in Glasgow City Centre at night to Guacaroni. ABOUT ALIA GHAFAR Alia Ghafar is a Writer/Director from Glasgow, whose stories centre on the lives of young people in contemporary Scotland. She graduated from the Film & TV programme at Edinburgh College of Art. Her graduation film, SALT & SAUCE, premiered at BFI London Film Festival 2017. The film went on to screen a...
Episode 64 - Yuyu Wang
August 14, 2020 13:11 - 1 hour - 131 MBIn today’s episode Misha chats with wonderful theatre maker, producer & Artistic Director of Cheeky Chin Yuyu Wang. They discuss moving countries, studying, building your cohort and of course our beloved Edinburgh Festival. So, if you are missing the fringe this is just the episode for you. ABOUT YUYU WANG Yuyu Wang is a London-based theatre maker and creative producer originally from China. She trained at the MFA Advanced Theatre Practice in the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Spr...
Episode 63 - Kerieva McCormick
August 07, 2020 12:26 - 51 minutes - 93.9 MBIn today’s episode Elaine & Misha chat with wonderful Kerieva McCormick musician, choreographer and Artistic Director. They discuss Kerieva’s show The Typist and the subsequent fundraiser so she can release the album with internationally acclaimed musicians. We discuss, history, creating work inn lockdown, politics and the things that inspire us. Kerieva McCormick Kerieva McCormick is a musician, choreographer and Artistic Director of Kam-Ri Dance Theatre. Kam-Ri Dance Theatre exists to f...
Episode 62 - Fi Fraser
July 31, 2020 11:34 - 53 minutes - 97.6 MBIn today’s episode Elaine & Misha chat with Scottish Production Manager Fi Fraser. This brilliant conversation covers all things, industry, motherhood, the female experience & work/life balance. ABOUT FI FRASER Fi is multi-award-winning production manager. She has extensive experience managing all technical and production aspects of a wide range of live performances. With the expertise to turn almost any venue into a performance space. Fi has significant experience of production managing mu...
Episode 61 - Patricia Panther (Part 2)
July 25, 2020 11:38 - 47 minutes - 86.7 MBIn today’s episode Elaine continues to chat to the wonderful Patricia Panther. Scottish actress, singer/songwriter and composer Patricia is one of life’s total joys. Her love for the craft and life is infectious. This is part 2 of 2. Enjoy & Stay Nasty! ABOUT PATRICIA PANTHER Patricia Panther is a Composer, Singer / Songwriter and Actress based in Glasgow. Using a combination of found sounds, electronic and acoustic instruments to create a fusion of varying music styles, for live performanc...
Episode 61 - Patricia Panther Part 2
July 25, 2020 11:38 - 47 minutes - 86.7 MBIn today’s episode Elaine continues to chat to the wonderful Patricia Panther. Scottish actress, singer/songwriter and composer Patricia is one of life’s total joys. Her love for the craft and life is infectious. This is part 2 of 2. Enjoy. Patricia Panther Patricia Panther is a Composer, Singer / Songwriter and Actress based in Glasgow. Using a combination of found sounds, electronic and acoustic instruments to create a fusion of varying music styles, for live performance and theatre soun...
Episode 60 - Patricia Panther "Let the artist Lead"
July 18, 2020 12:03 - 44 minutes - 81 MBIn today’s episode Elaine chats to the wonderful Patricia Panther. Scottish actress, singer-songwriter and composer Patricia is a ray of sunshine and one of this worlds real gems. Her love and passion for the craft and life is infectious. Elaine and Tricia talk all things industry and navigating your way through it and they also discuss letting The Artists lead the way. And good news, this is part 1 of 2. So enjoy, there's plenty more! ABOUT PATRICIA PANTHER Patricia Panther is a Composer,...
Episode 59 - Nelly Kelly (Part 2)
July 10, 2020 17:30 - 1 hour - 133 MBIt’s part 2 of the gorgeous Nelly Kelly’s podcast. We continue to have a wee beverage as we chat about so many things. It’s a fun filled episode but also discussing very important issues. ABOUT NELLY KELLY Nelly Kelly is a trans non-binary playwright, performer and dramaturg. They perform in drag, most as Queeresa Gay and are 1/3 of the drag trio Haus of Gay. They are a recipient of the new playwrights’ award with Playwrights Studio Scotland and are currently writing a piece for Scenes of ...
Episode 59 - Nelly Kelly Part 2
July 10, 2020 17:30 - 1 hour - 133 MBIt’s part 2 of the gorgeous Nelly Kelly’s podcast. We continue to have a wee beverage as we chat about so many things. It’s a fun filled episode but also discussing very important issues. ABOUT NELLY KELLY Nelly Kelly is a trans non-binary playwright, performer and dramaturg. They perform in drag, most as Queeresa Gay and are 1/3 of the drag trio Haus of Gay. They are a recipient of the new playwrights’ award with Playwrights Studio Scotland and are currently writing a piece for Scenes of ...
Episode 58 - Becki Clark
July 03, 2020 14:59 - 47 minutes - 87.1 MBIn today’s episode Elaine chats to the lovely Becki Clark. Becki posted a video on Facebook a few weeks ago about her experience as a mixed-race woman growing up in Scotland. The link to the video is below. Becki is compassionate, articulate and inspiring. Enjoy. ABOUT BECKI CLARK Becki Clark works in visitor attraction management. When she’s not rounding up crowds at the Zoo she can be found singing, (trying) to run or having heavy political debates over a glass of wine. Viral video comple...
Episode 57 - Nelly Kelly (Part 1)
June 26, 2020 16:31 - 1 hour - 124 MBIn today’s episode Elaine and Louise chat to the wonderful Scottish playwright, performer & dramaturg Nelly Kelly. This is part 1 of 2 as we chatted about so many things and covered various topics. It’s a fun filled episode but also discussing very important issues. Just a wee trigger warning as there is the mention of words associated with sexual assault. Its about 55 mins into the podcast. ABOUT NELLY KELLY Nelly Kelly is a trans non-binary playwright, performer and dramaturg. They perfo...
Episode 56 - Jamie Marie Leary
June 12, 2020 15:54 - 1 hour - 136 MBIn todays episode Elaine and Misha chat to the gorgeous Scottish actress Jamie Marie Leary. This episode was recorded last week so we talk about the events that week and the feelings that has brought up for Jamie. We also talk, missing hugs, red lipstick (again), bacon rolls, finding yourself and the importance of Supporting Artists in Film and TV. ABOUT JAMIE MARIE LEARY Jamie is a Glasgow based actress who trained at Langside College. Since graduating in in 2014 Jamie has went on to work...
Episode 55 - Monica McGhee
June 06, 2020 16:52 - 1 hour - 160 MBIn todays episode Elaine chats to her good friend and Opera Singer Monica McGhee. This episode covers everything from dealing with online abuse and the criticism of female appearance to a good red lippy to fighting cancer - it’s definitely a mixed bag of emotions with plenty of giggles and an interesting insight in to the world of Opera. As always, grab your favourite drink & enjoy! ABOUT MONICA Scottish soprano Monica McGhee is a graduate of the RSAMD (now RCS) and the RCM where she graduat...
Episode 54 - Jamie Lapsley
May 29, 2020 13:16 - 1 hour - 157 MBIn today’s episode Elaine and Misha chat over Zoom to Production Designer Jamie Lapsley. Hot topics included: the importance design has to the whole production, stepping into yourself completely and the patriarchy and masculinity and its effect on us all. Jamie’s new show We Hunt Together is now on Alibi. This is a special one. As always get a cuppa and enjoy Big Love, Elaine, Louise and Misha ABOUT JAMIE Jamie’s credits cover a broad range of disciplines, from Commercials, Theatre, Light...
Episode 53 - Kimberley Kates
May 22, 2020 13:04 - 48 minutes - 88.6 MBIn today’s episode Elaine and Misha chat over Zoom to American Actress and Film Producer Kimberley Kates. They talk about everything from finding your passion, being creative, supporting women in film and travel. Another wonderful conversation, with a wonderful human. Kimberley is so supportive, encouraging and an inspiration. So sit back, grab a cuppa and enjoy this episode! Big Love & Stay Nasty, Elaine, Louise and Misha ABOUT Kimberley Kates is a multi-award-winning producer who runs a...
Episode 52 - Watch Along Wednesday The Review
May 17, 2020 15:03 - 1 hour - 111 MBIn today's episode the gals review Romy and Michelle's High School Reunion. Does it stand the test of time? Listen to find out. Our next watch along film will be Clueless keep an eye on the socials for date and time. Hoping you are all getting through this madness the best you can. Stay well, stay safe and Stay Nasty. - Join our Zoom Coffee Morning every Friday at 11am GMT, email [email protected] - WeAudition offer: For 25% off your monthly subscription quote: NASTY25 - Back...
Episode 51 - Pop It Lock It Polka Dot It
April 24, 2020 09:00 - 52 minutes - 95.7 MBIn today’s episode you have all three of us causing mayhem and potentially summoning the Blair Witch by accident... Together, virtually, we catch up on the current world and compare lockdown survival methods. Spoiler, top tip is always your own self pleasure. So sit back, relax and get nasty... We hope you are all doing as well as you can right now. Just remember there are no rules how to get through this. So you do you boo! Stay well, Stay Home, Stay Nasty! Round up of the deadlines, off...
Episode 50 - Lynn Ruth Miller
April 17, 2020 08:10 - 40 minutes - 57.7 MBBack at the beginning of March 2020, just before the world ended, Louise caught up with the legendary Lynn Ruth Miller, while she was in Glasgow to perform at The Stand Comedy Club. Louise and Lynn chatted for nearly three hours, but we've managed to get the episode down to a manageable 45 minutes, with the promise to meet again for Part 2. Lynn has achieved more in her fascinating life than most people do in three or four lifetimes, so we could probably do a whole series of podcasts with thi...
Episode 49 - Lillie Flynn
April 10, 2020 13:10 - 46 minutes - 85.7 MBIn today’s episode Elaine chats with welsh actress Lillie Flynn. This lovely podcast was recorded last year so feels very light, hopeful and reminiscent so sit back, have a cup of tea and enjoy a bit of escapism. Elaine and Lillie chat alternative careers, growing into your own as a feminist, finding your voice and staying true to yourself. It's a good yin! About Lillie Flynn Lillie is predominately a stage actress switching effortlessly between musical theatre and plays. Lillie comes from a...
Episode 48 - Hannah Marie Williams
April 03, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 134 MBThis episode is bursting with positivity, realness and some rotten attempts at the Scottish accent from Casting Director Hannah Marie Williams, hailing from Cardiff. Misha and Hannah cover all the good stuff from casting projects to actors with tattoos and piercings to welsh cakes to finding your way and learning to hold space as a woman. DISCLAIMER: Explicit language is used frequently. Please also be warned listening to this you will most likely laugh out loud & want to thoroughly smash th...
Episode 47 - Jessica Hardwick
March 27, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBIn today’s episode Elaine chats to Scottish actress and photographer Jessica Hardwick. Jess should have been at Pitlochry Theatre then on to The Lyceum Theatre in Barefoot in The Park playing Corie. However, due to the outbreak of COVID-19 and no gatherings of more than 2 people this production has had to be cancelled for the moment. Here is hoping they can remount soon. Jessica graduated from the BA Acting course at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Since graduating she went on to win th...
Episode 46 - Still Here!
March 20, 2020 15:45 - 46 minutes - 84.4 MBHere we are bringing you a bumpy, funky, trying-to-be-upbeat podcast during these confusing, stressful and downright shitty times. Misha and Elaine are having a go at remote podcasting (harder than we imagined) sharing information about the brilliant community initiatives coming out of this madness and putting some Nasty Action Plans in place. We're really keen to find ways to support you and boost morale over this coming time in isolation. If you have any better ideas than the ones mentioned...
Episode 45 - International Women's Day 2020
March 06, 2020 18:09 - 56 minutes - 103 MBIn today’s episode Elaine, Louise and Misha chat about International Women’s Day 2020. We are pretty tired this week so not our usual energetic banter but stick with it for laughs and important words. Be a strong trans ally, support one another and keep fighting the good fight. Please send your suggestions for the celebration of the womxn who inspire you, who you admire and who bring you joy. They will be shared throughout the month of March for Women’s History Month. All suggestions will...
Episode 44 - Raisah Ahmed
February 28, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 160 MBIn today’s episode we chat with the amazing Scottish Screenwriter and Director Raisah Ahamed. During the episode we discuss everything from being a woman and a Muslim woman in film to giving up caffeine. It is a wonderful discussion and Raisah is a total inspiration. We have serious woman crush going on. Raisah entered the industry through an apprenticeship scheme called Second Light, run by First Light and supported by Creative Scotland, Pinewood Studios and Barbara Broccoli. Her first shor...
Episode 43 - Katrina Bryan
February 21, 2020 12:58 - 49 minutes - 90.9 MBIn today’s episode Elaine chats to Scottish actress Katrina Bryan. We discuss Katrina’s career from leaving drama school, being truthful to your own voice, the women we admire and what happens when you are a freelancer and find yourself ill. Really important episode and one we all need to hear. Katrina has worked on various stage and screen productions. She can currently be seen in Emmerdale (ITV) as Social Worker Eloise. Other work includes Molly and Mack, Taggart, Nina and the Neurons to...
Episode 42- Happy Galentines
February 14, 2020 09:00 - 40 minutes - 73.8 MBIt may be Valentine’s but we are celebrating Galentine’s Day on this week’s episode. To all of you amazing females/femmes/non-binary beauties out there. Love yourself and each other. Celebrate the beauty and power of close friendship. It’s another episode with the three of us together so as always expect lots of laughter, bouncing around from topic to topic and of course Elaine’s obligatory swearing. With love from your Nasty Gals Elaine, Louise and Misha xxx You can support Persistent & Na...
Episode 41 - Oscars Banter
February 07, 2020 10:09 - 53 minutes - 98.6 MBIn today’s episode Louise, Elaine and Misha are all together, having a good old laugh and rant about all thing’s awards ceremony. There are Oscar predictions, chats about what needs to change and quite a lot of swearing... Elaine suggests something stronger than a cuppa for this episode. So, crack open your favourite tipple and listen to some nasty women. You can support Persistent & Nasty and receive exclusive members only content by subscribing to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/persistentan...
Episode 40 - Shauna MacDonald
January 31, 2020 16:50 - 1 hour - 133 MBIn today’s episode Elaine chats to the wonderful Scottish, BAFTA award winning actress Shauna MacDonald. They discuss Shauna's introduction to drama and acting through youth theatre at PACE going on to drama school and then working in Film, Television and theatre. They talk the highs and lows of being a female in the industry and all that that entails. Lots of laughter, frustration and even some realisations. A great woman giving amazing advice and it’s pretty safe to say that we at P&N hav...
Trailer 2020
January 24, 2020 09:00 - 5 minutes - 9.21 MBElaine gives you a wee teaser for our upcoming episode. Next batch of Persistent and Nasty chats incoming 1st February 2020. Get it in the diary, see you there and stay nasty!
Round Up 2019
December 31, 2019 21:00 - 58 minutes - 107 MBIt's our 2019 final episode. Lots of laughs, fun and a few swear words. Thank you for supporting us this year and we can't wait for 2020. Wishing you all the very best of years. With love from your Nasty Gals Elaine, Louise and Misha xxx You can support Persistent and Nasty and receive exclusive members only content by subscribing to our Patreon at www.patreon.com/persistentandnasty Persistent and Nasty is produced in association with Edinburgh based live-arts production house Civil Diso...
Episode 39 - Round Up 2019
December 31, 2019 21:00 - 58 minutes - 107 MBIt's our 2019 final episode. Lots of laughs, fun and a few swear words. Thank you for supporting us this year and we can't wait for 2020. Wishing you all the very best of years. With love from your Nasty Gals Elaine, Louise and Misha xxx We hope you all enjoy todays episode and remember to Stay Nasty. You can support Persistent & Nasty and receive exclusive members only content by subscribing to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/persistentandnasty Twitter: @PersistentNasty Instagram: @Persi...
Holiday Time
December 20, 2019 21:20 - 1 minute - 3.41 MBNo full episode this week as it’s holiday time. However, we do have a wee heads up for you all. We wish you all the loveliest of time over the festive holidays however you are spending it and whatever your traditions are enjoy! Be safe and have fun. With love from your Nasty Gals Elaine, Louise and Misha xxx You can support Persistent and Nasty and receive exclusive members only content by subscribing to our Patreon at www.patreon.com/persistentandnasty Persistent and Nasty is produced in...
Episode 38 - Alexandra Laurence
December 13, 2019 14:17 - 40 minutes - 73.3 MBIn today’s episode Elaine chats to Scots actress Alexandra Laurence. Alex trained at The Central School for speech and Drama in London. Gaining a degree in Musical Theatre. In this episode we discuss body image and the pressures put on actors by the industry and themselves. We also talk about the mental health of our performers an what we can do to support and make changes to the way deal with mental health during training and beyond. Alex also discusses her own eating disorder and who she ...
Episode 37 - Karen Bartke
November 29, 2019 12:49 - 1 hour - 113 MBAfter a little bit of podcast hiatus we welcome back our super busy co-founder Louise Oliver. This week Louise sits down with the hilarious and very lovely Karen Bartke. Karen Bartke is a Scottish actor from Glasgow. Appearing on stage from an early age, Karen first found her feet as a member of Glasgow Schools Youth Theatre, before studying for a degree in archaeology. The lure of the stage was strong, however, and in recent years Karen has converted her long-held passion for performing in...
Episode 36 - Sarah Schlesinger
November 22, 2019 09:00 - 50 minutes - 92.4 MBThis week Misha talks to Sarah Schlesinger, a professional actor, fight choreographer, and VO artist from New York City. Her eclectic career has spanned across America, Scotland, and South Korea; but even more impressive than her resume is her dedication to intersectional feminism. Listen in as she talks about her decision to be surgically sterilized at age 23, the hurdles she had to overcome to do so, and the personal and practical aftermath of her decision. Today, launch day, Sarah is doing...
Jo Rush - Episode 35
November 15, 2019 15:04 - 29 minutes - 54.3 MBIn todays Episode Elaine chats with Co-Artistic Director Jo Rush of Braw Fox. Jo was in London for her recent production with Coreth Arts Ivory Wings at Drayton Arms Theatre. Jo is co-artistic director of new writing company Braw Fox Theatre. As a director she has premiered new work at the Edinburgh Fringe including Mary the Last Farewell (Cutting Edge Theatre), The Society of Ethical Cat Burglars (Foolproof Theatre), and Hide & Seek, based on the short stories of Carol Ann Duffy. With Braw F...
Episode 35 - Jo Rush
November 15, 2019 15:04 - 29 minutes - 54.3 MBIn todays Episode Elaine chats with Co-Artistic Director Jo Rush of Braw Fox. Jo was in London for her recent production with Coreth Arts Ivory Wings at Drayton Arms Theatre. Jo is co-artistic director of new writing company Braw Fox Theatre. As a director she has premiered new work at the Edinburgh Fringe including Mary the Last Farewell (Cutting Edge Theatre), The Society of Ethical Cat Burglars (Foolproof Theatre), and Hide & Seek, based on the short stories of Carol Ann Duffy. With Braw F...
Episode 34 - Kahleen Crawford
November 08, 2019 09:00 - 45 minutes - 82.5 MBIn this episode Elaine sat down with the wonderful Kahleen Crawford of Kahleen Crawford casting. This episode is honest, funny and genuine. With Kahleen giving great tips for actors when it comes to castings. Once again, we at P&N are bowled over by the incredible women we continue to talk to. Kahleen is an inspiration. Enjoy episode 34 and as always Stay Nasty! KCC casts for a broad range of film, television and advertising. In the UK and internationally. Most recent work includes: His Dar...
Kahleen Crawford - Episode 34
November 08, 2019 09:00 - 45 minutes - 82.5 MBIn this episode Elaine sat down with the wonderful Kahleen Crawford of Kahleen Crawford casting. This episode is honest, funny and genuine. With Kahleen giving great tips for actors when it comes to castings. Once again, we at P&N are bowled over by the incredible women we continue to talk to. Kahleen is an inspiration. Enjoy episode 34 and as always Stay Nasty! KCC casts for a broad range of film, television and advertising. In the UK and internationally. Most recent work includes: His Dar...
Episode 33 - Polly Kemp from ERA50:50
November 01, 2019 11:04 - 50 minutes - 91.7 MBToday’s episode we are joined by the incredible female that is Polly Kemp. Actress, Co-founder of the wonderful ERA50:50 campaign and amazing human. ERA (Equal Representation for Actresses) is a movement of actresses in the UK set up in 2015 by actresses Lizzie Berrington and Polly Kemp. It was set up in response to the Geena Davis Institute publication ‘Gender Bias Without Borders’ report on gender in the media revealing the staggering ratio of 2:1 actors to every actress and an average of 1...
Episode 32 - A Pussy Powered Protest 2019 Edinburgh Fringe
October 25, 2019 17:31 - 53 minutes - 77.5 MBWell this is it. The final #WomenOfFringe Nasty Pod of Fringe 2019 and it is a firecracker. Misha talks all things pussy power - from the art of female gaze pornography to using comedy and performance to process trauma with the enchanting Crystal Tassels and electric Liliana Velásquez. And as an extra special Fringe Finale treat we've included their smash hit song, featured in their show A Pussy Powered Protest, about our expectations for a modern day lover boy: 'Trashboy'. Listen to their ...
Episode 31 - Kaleigh Wilkie-Smith at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe
October 18, 2019 08:00 - 44 minutes - 64 MBIn today’s episode we chat to the lovely Kaleigh Wilkie-Smith of Pinwheel Productions. Kaleigh discusses being a female director at the beginning of her career. What she hopes to achieve in the industry and the work she wants to create. Kaleigh has a wonderful, infectious energy and wisdom beyond her years she is a force to be reckoned with. A director to definitely watch. Australia Director, performer and producer, Kaleigh started her career as a musical theatre performer, receiving BA in ...
Episode 30 - Nevermore Theatre
October 02, 2019 16:19 - 1 hour - 87.9 MBThis week we’re talking about women of horror, creating low budget theatre and the challenges that come with fake blood on stage. Ahead of their London Horror Fest debut, with their smash hit show Serial Killer Cabaret, the spooks of Nevermore Theatre are sharing an insight into their horror theatre making process in a growing horror community whilst eating biscuits and digressing only briefly to discuss covens (this is now a running Nasty theme, get on board y’all witches). Listen till the e...
Episode 29 - Paradigm Lab at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe
September 26, 2019 08:00 - 31 minutes - 44.3 MBABOUT THE SHOW PINK HOUSE Peri is fifteen when her adopted mother dies. In losing a parent, she also loses her carefree way of life when her adoptive grandmother moves in. The two have never met before but now share a tiny, cluttered house. They share meals. They share Jewish holidays. To Peri, Shira seems relentless and cruel. To Shira, Peri seems unhinged and uneducated, much like her daughter was. Meanwhile, this messy house seems to wake up spirits from her past. Taking place across two...
Episode 28 - Windsor Feminist Theatre at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe
September 25, 2019 08:00 - 48 minutes - 66.8 MBABOUT THE SHOW WATCHING GLORY DIE Judith Thompson’s riveting and exquisite portrayal of three women trapped in a broken prison system will leave you dumbfounded.The play is inspired by the shocking and true story of teenager, Ashley Smith, who – after five years of being misdiagnosed, and mistreated, hallucinating away in ‘therapeutic quiet’ – died by suicide in her prison cell because the guards were ordered not to interfere. When asked why she wrote the play, Ms. Thompson stated: “becau...
Episode 27- Jenny Foulds at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe Festival
September 13, 2019 14:39 - 46 minutes - 65.3 MBIn this episode we chat to the amazing and inspiring Jenny Foulds. Jenny began her career as an actress at 16 working in film, tv and theatre. Jenny moved to London from Edinburgh in her early 20's. A change in career happened in her late 20's when she became a PA in the city. However, the creative part of her was always there and Jenny started to collate Happy Graffiti which became a book in 2013. Jenny has now found her creativity in Spoken Word. Jenny is currently organising a Spoken Word...
Episode 26 - Paula McFetridge at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe Festival
September 03, 2019 12:03 - 51 minutes - 72.5 MBIn this episode we talk to the awe inspiring Paula McFetridge, Artistic Director of Kabosh Theatre Company. Paula has so many words of wisdom we were so grateful to spend an hour with this incredible woman. Paula a freelance actor and director. A founding member of the Belfast Community Circus in ’85 and Tinderbox in ’88. As a performer Paula has worked with a lot of theatre companies from the Abbey Theatre [Dublin] to every independent company in the North of Ireland. In 2000 Paula took ove...
Episode 24 - Live at the Fringe 2019
September 03, 2019 09:16 - 1 hour - 97 MBThis special episode of our podcast was recorded live on 15 August 2019 at inSpace at Fringe Central during the 2019 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. We are grateful to the support of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society for making it happen. Featuring... Hannah Lavery Hannah Lavery is a writer and performer experienced in delivering creative writing and poetry workshops. The Drift, her spoken word theatre show, previewed at the Tron theatre in October 2018, as part of Black History Month, pro...