Persistent and Nasty

Today’s episode is part 2 of our discussion with the amazing Emma Jayne Park, dancer and theatre maker and Rosie Priest artist and researcher. We discuss class, how we move forward, calling out those in power who need to make a change. It’s a long one but a goodie. EMMA JAYNE PARK Emma is a dancer, theatre maker, collaborator, facilitator, movement director, trainee intimacy coordinator, choreogra...

Today’s episode is a first. We have two guests, it’s also a part one of possibly 3 episodes as we chatted so much. We have Emma Jayne Park, dancer and theatre maker and Rosie Priest artist and researcher. We discuss the gatekeepers of our industry, our reaction to The Stage 100 list and many more. EMMA JAYNE PARK Emma is a dancer, theatre maker, collaborator, facilitator, movement director, traine...

Thrawn and Crabbit – It’s yours if ye grab it. CONTENT WARNING: We do discuss mental health, bullying and there is discussion round suicide. In today’s episode it’s all the Elaine and Misha chat with the incredible Len Pennie. Lennie is a poet, a linguist and is currently studying languages at St Andrews university. She is also an activist for mental health awareness as a sufferer herself she is p...

In the last episode of 2020 Elaine is flying solo for team Nasty. She is joined by Scottish Actress and fellow podcaster Scarlett Maltman. The talk all things industry, mental health, not changing your name when you marry and much more. It’s fun and Pimm’s filled episode. Scarlett Maltman Rachel is an award-winning Scottish actor, comedian and writer originally form Edinburgh. Rachel trained at Ro...

In today’s episode Elaine and Misha chat with Scottish Actress Natalie Clark about her new Christmas film, Lost at Christmas. We also discuss gaming, anxiety, working and the not working as a performer. Our favourite Christmas films and songs. Natalie is an absolute gem, and we know you will love this episode. Natalie Clark Natalie Clark is a Glasgow based actress with many years of experience in...

In today’s episode the Nasty Gals are joined by the incredible Rachel Jackson. Rachel a Scottish Actress, Comedian and Writer. This is the positivity we need at the end of 2020. Rachel’s love of the craft, belief in herself and others is infectious. She is a powerhouse and a force of nature that should be celebrated at every chance, Rachel Jackson Rachel is an award-winning Scottish actor, comedia...

In today’s episode it’s Elaine and Louise chatting Persistent and Nasty plans for the festive season. Lots of fun and a mention of our favourite Christmas movies and songs. Send us your favourite Xmas song for our Nasty Covid Chrimbo playlist. Website: Persistent and Nasty Instagram: @persistentandnasty Twitter: @persistentnasty PAYPAL https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/persistentandnasty for those w...

In today’s episode Elaine chats with Scottish film and television actress Kate Bracken. The discuss their first auditions for drama. School and how they wish they didn’t remember them. They cover everything from musical theatre references to why we as women don’t feel comfortable to ask for what we need when working. A great episode with a gorgeous human. Kate Bracken Kate is a Scottish actor hail...

In today’s episode The Nasty Gals meet The 98% Gals. Welcome to the most anticipated collab since bread and cheese. Elaine, Louise and Misha chat with the incredible Alexa Morden and Katie Elin-Salt. The creators and hosts of The 98% Podcast. It’s a fun filled riot and what a joy to chat to these amazing humans. No spoilers. Just sit back, relax, enjoy and as always Stat Nasty. Alexa Morden and Ka...

In today’s episode Elaine and Misha chat with Intimacy Co-ordinator, Intimacy Director and Fight Choreographer Lizzy Talbot. This is a vital, important and informative episode about the way our industry is changing and how you should be expected to be treated and protected. Lizzy is lovely and one of the most calming influences we have be around in months. We are sure you will all feel encouraged...

It’s the bonus episode we promised. The Nasty Gals chatting all things Halloween. That’s right witches we have a spooky show for you today. We cover everything form ghost experiences, 80’s slasher movies, true crime and The Craft. It’s a riot of fun form start to finish. Happy Halloween. PAYPAL https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/persistentandnasty for those who can donate. A million thanks and love....

In today’s episode it's the full Nasty coven giving you gothic horror vibes and all things Halloween. That’s right witches we have a spooky show for you today. We cover everything from Harry Potter to Blair Witch Project to flavoured Gin. It’s a riot of fun from start to finish. Look out for a bonus episode tomorrow on actual Halloween to accompany you if you are out Trick-or-Treating... or as we...

In today’s episode it’s all the Nasty Gals chatting to the awe-inspiring Director Debbie Hannan. We cover everything the lovely aesthetic of her Livingroom to dismantling white supremacy. To say it’s varied is an understatement. Elaine, Louise and Misha are completely in love with Debbie and everything she stands for and they know by the end of this episode you will feel the same. Debbie Hannan De...

In today’s episode it’s all the Elaine and Misha chat to the amazing American poet and Spoken Word performer Ashlee Haze. We cover everything from Fuck Boys to meeting your idol. In Ashlee’s case it’s meeting Missy Elliott. Who doesn’t want to meet Missy Elliott? We discuss the Black Lives Matter Movement, being a good ally and how we can use privilege for good. Another fab episode with another aw...

In today’s episode it’s all the Elaine and Misha chat to the amazing performer, playwriter and filmmaker Adura Onashile. We cover everything from her new short film Expensive Shit which is currently available for free on the BFI player till 18th of October to missing a pint in the pub to mother/daughter relationships A fab episode with an awe-inspiring human. Adura Onashile – Writer & Director Adu...

In today’s episode it’s all the Nasty Gals chatting to the incredible Scottish author and journalist Kirstin Innes. We cover everything from her new book to feminist t-shirts to infertility. It really is a rollercoaster of an episode. Kirstin Innes Kirstin works as a journalist and freelance arts PR when not writing. Kirstin has written for The List, The Scotsman, The Herald, The Independent, and...

In today’s episode it’s all the Nasty Gals chatting to Scottish playwright, performer, academic and author Kay Singh. We cover everything from no tomatoes in a Biryani, to Scottish Tales, to systemic racism. It’s wide varied and joyous. KAY SINGH Kay Singh is a playwright, performance artist, and researcher of Indian and Scottish descent based in Glasgow She won Woman of the Year at The Scottish A...

In today’s episode Elaine chats to Scottish actress and writer Rachel Flynn. They cover everything from Judy Garland to studying later in life, to making your own work and why theatre is so important to society. RACHEL FLYNN Rachel is a Scottish actor; writer and producer. has performed from London’s West End to Pitlochry. Theatre credits include: Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz (Pitlochry Festival Th...

In today’s Louise chats to her friend and all round inspiring human Kim Chapman. Kim is an international Showgirl, Actress, Model, Vintage Stylist and Business Owner. There isn’t much this wonderful woman doesn’t do. Sit back and listen to some great conversation from vintage clothing to to always working on your craft. KIM CHAPMAN Kim Chapman is a Scottish Actor hailing from Livingston, West Loth...

In 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...

In 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 28...

In 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 graduati...

In 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 t...

In 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,...

In 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 alm...