Disconnected Bodies's Podcast

Niamh White is CEO of Hospital Rooms, a UK charity transforming mental health hospitals through contemporary art. Founded in 2016, the organisation has commissioned over 500 artworks and worked with more than 100 artists across NHS mental health sites nationwide. To mark their 10th anniversary milestone, Hospital Rooms will deliver a year-long programme of activity in partnership with NHS Trusts a...

Daniel Bernstein is a visionary arts leader whose career bridges business acumen with creative innovation. As CEO of Emergency Exit Arts (EEA) , he has developed the organisation into a powerhouse of participatory and community-driven art, delivering large-scale experiences that inspire wonder and connection.  With roots in the commercial sector, including international work with The Body Shop, an...

Vincent Osborne is a trailblazing creative force whose career spans acting, television, entrepreneurship and classical music. Beginning as an actor, he went on to create the first Black soap opera on BBC 2, breaking new ground in representation on British screens. His passion for amplifying diverse voices has since led him to champion the arts through the Black British Classical Foundation , where...

In this episode we're speaking to Vish Makol - a connector, investor, and creative with a diverse background across business and entrepreneurship, previously Creative Network Coordinator for Arts Council funded CPP Hounslow. Vish collaborates with local creatives, community groups, social enterprises, and venues to help bridge gaps across the borough’s creative ecosystems, fostering meaningfu...

Robin Lockhart is a renowned expert in disrupting narratives and cultivating connection and self-recognition of strength. This expertise in prompting rapid shifts in perspective has been honed during 20 years working with youth and communities in challenging circumstances, during which he has developed an outstanding reputation. Amongst his international awards and accolades he was recognised as o...

In this episode two powerhouse creatives who are reshaping how we think about sustainability and education. We have Anna Clarke —with over 25 years in fashion retail, including launching Tu Clothing for Sainsbury’s in 2004, and represented on national platforms like Good Morning Britain and This Morning. Joining her is Libby Esler —a creative facilitator, designer, and community artist with over t...