Latest Cognitivedisability Podcast Episodes
World Builders
SPEAK - September 22, 2022 12:54 - 29 minutesIn this last episode of Season 2 of SPEAK, Rachel and Fin invite guests to talk about the role of H’Art/BEING Studio in Ontario over the past 20 years. They talk to professor Michael Orsini (University of Ottawa) about the changes in disability rights since the beginning of BEING. Professor Eliz...
Sidekick
SPEAK - July 19, 2022 09:00 - 27 minutesThis episode marks the first half of a two-part mini-series on the evolution of BEING Studio over the past 20 years. This part focuses on late artist Irene Beck and the storytelling power of art. Artists come together to react to and remember Irene’s art. Please rate and follow SPEAK on Ap...
Gertie and Polkadot
SPEAK - June 21, 2022 13:41 - 14 minutesMeet Bella Bowes, a painter and writer who shares her life with her two dogs, Gertie and Polkadot. Bella feels a strong connection to animals and nature. In this episode, we can hear her passionate reflections both in her conversation with Rachel and in excerpts of her writing over the years. ...
Funny Guy
SPEAK - May 24, 2022 09:00 - 12 minutesDoug Garrow is a funny guy. If you don’t believe him, ask his friends or look at his art. His jokes shine through and his sunny attitude is guaranteed to lift your mood. The music for this episode was composed by Bucko. Please rate and follow SPEAK on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you...
Traveling the World with Claire
SPEAK - May 03, 2022 09:00 - 18 minutesClaire comes from a long line of artists and she is proud to carry on the family tradition. In this episode, she talks about her travels and how they inspire her to be creative. She explains her desire to be famous and accepted as she is. At Claire’s request, Rachel is providing some audio cap...
Communicating Artfully
SPEAK - April 05, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutesThis episode is a little different. It features Sharlene Cooney, a multi-disciplinary non-speaking artist. Debbie and Rachel worked with Sharlene and her support carer Linda Daly to write what Sharlene wanted to express. Then, storyteller Kim Kilpatrick was entrusted with reading Sharlene’s word...
Life In the Ocean
SPEAK - March 15, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutesHenry Hong finds the ocean exhilarating and worthy of being saved. Join Rachel and Debbie on their journey through the wonderful and terrifying world of Henry’s ocean. This episode was scored by Jack Hui Litster. Please rate and follow SPEAK on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever yo...
Brad, the mouse, the lion and the animal party
SPEAK - February 01, 2022 10:00 - 18 minutesBrad Millar loves making cards. He gifts smiling animal cards, birthday cards, and “get well” cards to everyone in his life, sharing his joy. Listen to Brad’s story and hear about how his card-giving affects those around him. Please rate and follow SPEAK on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wher...
Charisse's Art Journey
SPEAK - December 28, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutesCharisse Rayne likes to let her art speak for itself. So she decided to ask people close to her to describe what her art means to them, opening a window into who she is as an artist. Sound design by Seiiizi Please rate and follow SPEAK on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you list...
Magic Window
SPEAK - November 30, 2021 15:53 - 17 minutesWill you be brave enough to go through the Magic Window? Join Ada Chan as you journey to space, perform some rhythmic gymnastics, and try on glasses that allow you to see the COVID 19 virus. Please like and follow SPEAK on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. This helps others discover ...
Season 2 Trailer
SPEAK - November 23, 2021 08:25 - 1 minuteWe’re back for season 2, baby! Join us as we explore new worlds, tell tales of becoming, and show you some amazing new art. Please like and follow SPEAK on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. This helps others discover the show! Check out ARTIST’S artwork and liisten to all season...
EP 6: IN HER WORDS
SPEAK - June 23, 2021 01:55 - 23 minutesMy podcast is about my obsession with art. The stories I am doing are from me. Listen to Analisa Kiskis describe her deep connection with Frida Kahlo, colour, expression, and her journey to becoming an artist.
Ep 5 : GODDESS OF NATURE
SPEAK - March 24, 2021 02:08 - 23 minutesJoin our hosts Rachel and Debbie as they hear how Being Studio artist Christine Hammond earned her artist name. Check out her work here https://beingstudio.ca/artist/christine-hammond
Ep 4: UP DOWN ROUND AND ROUND
SPEAK - February 10, 2021 15:04 - 17 minutesLove in all its forms. Join Frances and Martin as they share their love story.
Ep 3: PUFF OF SMOKE
SPEAK - November 25, 2020 11:14 - 46 minutesMeet the unflappable Jessie Huggett. Jessie shares her experience of Moyamoya - a rare condition in which the blood vessels that supply blood to the brain become narrowed. You can find Jessie's art here.
Ep 2: UP IN THE CLOUDS
SPEAK - October 21, 2020 11:05 - 28 minutesJoin Caroline Joanisse as she shares her stories and her conviction that all things grow with love. View her artwork here: https://beingstudio.ca/artist/caroline-joanisse BEING is a community of artists with developmental disabilities.
Ep 1: MOTHER OF ALL DRAGONS
SPEAK - September 23, 2020 09:37 - 17 minutesI am the mother of all dragons. Here is my history. Hear me roar. See Debbie’s artwork here: www.beinghome.ca BEING is a community of artists with developmental disabilities.
SPEAK! a podcast from BEING Studio
SPEAK - September 01, 2020 14:52 - 2 minutesWelcome to SPEAK! Hear the voices of our artists as we launch in to their stories in the coming episodes.
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