The Two Of Us

We are back with a special episode with choreographer, movement director and storyteller  Amber Jarman-Crainey , who is producing a very special show, BOUND .   The show follows 9 stories of loss, told through movement, music, and memories. We spoke to her about her early life, grief and the work that went into producing the show. Amber is setting out to use her latest work as a springboard to cre...

Jasmine reads from her new poetry collection 'Inheritance' published by Bad Betty Press . We had a deep and inspiring conversation about the role writing and reading played in her life as a child and teenager. She talks about her work as a psychotherapist and why she sees the sessions she has with her clients as a freeform improvised poem. Jasmine reads some beautiful poems from her book, and talk...

Destiny shares their poetry, their experience of being a model, a poet, and their non-binary identity. We share mental health toolkits and more.  Find Destiny on Instagram . Show host - Alba Frederick  Music and production : Gavin O'Brien -  Citóg

Novelist Ronali Collings talks about her new book 'Love and Other Dramas'. We talk about the inspiration for the novel - development of character, the value and enjoyment to be gleaned from commercial fiction. Ronali talks about the changes in her life that led to her becoming a published writer and discussed why as a women of colour it is so important to tell multiple stories rather than stick to...

Naomi has an in-depth conversation with Elijah Kellman who has a background in health psychology and is currently working in social prescribing. There's so much to enjoy and learn in this interview including the different experiences of health provision (especially mental health provision), patient and health practitioner interaction, and the acknowledgement of invisible power.   Elijah talks abou...

Psychotherapist, artist and lifelong learner Gosia Miernik   talks about the value of lived experience. In this fascinating discussion we talk about family constellations and what can be learnt from inherited family patterns. She shares her journey to becoming a psychotherapist and how art-making can be a  process of revelation. Gosia on instagram Show host - Naomi Woddis Music and production : Ga...

Painter, maker and business owner Heidi Spring talks about how she makes her intricate paintings, creates magic through installing decor for events, the joy and mindfulness in making, as well as how she motivates herself in the trickier moments. Heidi Spring's Instagram and website. UpCycle Deco on Instagram and website .  Show host - Alba Frederick  Music and production : Gavin O'Brien -   Citóg

In a fascinating conversation poet and bell-ringer Annie Brechin and Naomi talk about prayer, fidelity, bell-ringing, the church and her management of long term depression. In this unflinching and honest interview Annie opens up about her childhood experience of mental health. She reads from her new book 'The Mouth of Eulalie' and talks about exploring eco-poetics. You can buy Annie's book here . ...

Audio engineer and electronic music producer Josh Hutton  AKA 'Patient Zero' talks openly about the recent loss of a mutual friend, loneliness, mindfulness, finding therapy, moving through unhealthy habits and making electronic music.   Find Josh's EP Bandcamp . Josh on Instagram Show host - Alba Frederick   Music : Gavin O'Brien -   Citóg

In a fascinating interview artist, curator and workshop facilitator Zara Carpenter talks about using colour for emotional healing, courage and protection. Zara has fibromyalgia and talks about living with the unpredictability of a chronic pain condition, the frustration and anger that goes with it and how making work has helped hugely in managing this pain.  Zara's website Zara on instagram @zarac...

Viral comedian, content creator, writer and actor Lola Jagun talks about her journey into being a full-time creative. We talk about the joy and challenges of her work and how she got an agent. We discuss 'the slap', the importance of being kind, and her part in Drunk history: Black stories . Find Lola on Twitter  and Instagram Show host - Alba Frederick  Originally broadcast on   Reel Rebels Radio...

Artist and ambassador for Arts 4 Dementia , Natalia Millman, talks about her ongoing project 'Grief Letter' ,  becoming a mother and the impact this has had on her creativity and gaining confidence as an artist. We talked in detail about dementia and anticipatory grief. Natalia also shares about her process - a must listen for any artist and why she is excited about collaborating with other artist...

Artist and psychotherapist Jessica Mitchell talks about bodily and psychological transformation with age and discovering her artistic self. We discuss her collaboration with photographer Diogo Duarte - the book 'Sour-Puss: The Opera', what it means to 'come out' in multiple ways and how chaos shows up and informs the artistic process. To buy this wonderful book please message Jessica or Diogo on i...

Creative soul Catherine Frederick talks to niece Alba about the many threads of creativity in her life. They discuss her love of storytelling, living a life with many layers of creative interests, grief and creativity, and the influence of family on creativity. The chat begins with a short guided meditation.   You can watch her theatre performance 'Til our dying day' here .  Show host - Alba Frede...

Poet, activist, musician, educator  and tarot reader Zena Edwards discusses advocacy, activism, climate change and creativity. The interview is led by a shared tarot reading. Zena explores the  symbolism of the Queen of Swords and what this means in terms of social justice. Zena pulls cards from the Tower of the Abyss Tarot and Naomi from Modern Witch Tarot. Twitter   and Instagram Show host - Nao...

An extensive and far reaching chat with poet and TS Elliot prize nominee  Daniel Sluman . Daniel talks about disability identity, love and vulnerability, and his love of watching Mixed Martial Arts. He reads a beautiful extract from his book Single Window . twitter.com/danielsluman CW: Cancer, antidepressant withdrawal Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on   Reel Rebels Radio Music : Ga...

In this episode, multidisciplinary artist Laura Greenway speaks openly about her multiple mental health diagnoses, her process of art-making, and how her art and experiences of mental health challenges go hand-in-hand. She also describes her journey into working in monochrome and how her performance art began.  CW: Medical trauma as a result of incorrect diagnosis as a child.    We discuss her fir...

Poet Karen McCarthy Woolf is the author of  An Aviary of Small Birds   and Seasonal Disturbances . In a meaningful interview Karen reflects on the death of her baby son Otto. We discuss transcendence, devotion and her lifelong love of music and dancing. She reads her poem 'Argument' and we talk about making an impact and the permission to rage.  Karen on Instagram Website CW: Child loss, Grief  Sh...

Visual artist, Artistic Director at Free Space Project , and lecturer Antonia Attwood talks about growing up with a mother with Bipolar Disorder and how their emotionally open relationship has given her the permission to be open and vulnerable with her emotions and mental health. She talks about how making art has supported her mental health and allowed her to explore it, including her upcoming wo...

A fascinating interview and essential listen. Artist and creative director Alicia Campbell talks about her dynamic new project 'Queen of Pain' decolonising the artistic process, her experience of living in chronic pain and the importance of authoring one's one narrative. Queen of Pain online Alicia on instagram CW: Chronic pain, suicidal ideation  Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on  ...

Poet, journalist and educator Alan Chazaro talks about changing his profession from high school teacher to full time writer, how poetry has helped him define his identity as a Mexican-American from the Bay Area and the early relationships that have shaped him. He also shares two powerful poems from The Piñata Theory.  Alan's website Find Alan on Instagram and Twitter    He reads two poems from 'Pi...

In this deeply intimate and courageous interview interdisciplinary artist Leon Clowes talks about early childhood trauma and the impact on his life and art. Leon shares the experience of being brought up by his grandparents and not finding out who his father was until he was in his 40's. His project 'Nan Kids' explores kinship care in more detail. Find Leon on Instagram 4th-10th October is Kinship...

London-based textile artist Gina Morton shares her experience of art school, how making art has helped her connect with her mother and understand her mother's mental illness. She also talks about the support of being part of the  ' Luna Artist Collective ' and her upcoming show at ' The Other Art Fair '. Gina's Instagram Show host - Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on   Reel Rebels Radio Music...

Naomi and Kate Codrington have a in-depth chat about the menopause, the opportunity to resolve lifelong issues and why all roads lead to the safety and sanctity of vulnerability and tenderness.  Kate's book 'Second Spring' is being published by Harper Collins in February 2022. You can find Kate on instagram here Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Bri...

Megan Elizabeth Taylor Hogg is visual artist, new mother, Art Psychotherapist trainee and lecturer based in Edinburgh. We discuss her becoming a mum, our dead mums, art's power to heal, and how Megan's artwork has had to shift with her new life.  Megan's website . Megan on Instagram and Twitter . Show host - Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on   Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien -   Citóg