The Braw and The Brave

The Braw and The Brave Podcast is about people and their passions. I sat down with singer songwriter Tom Houston to discuss his lifelong love affair with storytelling through music and the all important connections he endeavours to make with every encounter to keep the creativity flowing and stories brewing. I thoroughly enjoyed recording this with Tom. His self-confessed 'impish' ways and love fo...

The Braw and The Brave podcast is about people and their passions. In Episode Thirteen I chat with Actor and Director Rosalind Sydney about her route into acting and her love for the theatre community she has been a part of here in Scotland for many years. She tells of her experiences in performing internationally and the 'happy accident' that led her to directing. Thank you to Ros for joining the...

The Braw and The Brave podcast is about people and their passions. In Episode Twelve I chat with Bruce Smart aka TeapotOne who in 2012 embarked on a solo around the world tour on his motorbike. The adventures and memories made on his year and half trip make for the most fascinating and uplifting stories. The people he met and the experiences he was afforded through the kindness of others have fuel...

The Braw and The Brave podcast is about people and their passions. In Episode Eleven I chat with Lisa Hertwig. Undergoing a double lung transplant in 2016 after battling with cystic fibrosis her entire life, Lisa's mission has been to educate people on organ donation. Her public speaking engagements and being featured on BBC's 'Transplant Tales' has sparked conversation about organ donation and in...

The Braw and The Brave podcast is about people and their passions. In Episode Ten I chat with Graham Forbes of Glasgow-based, award winning production company, Up Next Studios. With almost a decade of TV broadcasting, film, corporate and digital content experience under their belts, the team at Up Next Studios strive to create original, exciting, innovative work. They are the epitome of nice guys...

The Braw and The Brave Podcast is about people and their passions. In Episode Nine I chat with the unstoppable force that is personal trainer Lyndsey Roberts, founder of Strong Like A Mutha. Specialising in pre and postnatal exercise, Lyndsey's empire has been build with hard work, dedication, real passion for movement and well-being and a whole lotta love for her community. Thank you to Lyndsey f...

The Braw and The Brave Podcast is about people and their passions. In Episode Eight I chat with ERISKA, a Glasgow-based folk band making waves in the traditional music scene in Scotland. Aileen Sweeney, Julian Pombo, Scott Figgins, Dario Palazzo, Madeleine Stewart and Gavin Paterson formed ERISKA in 2016, releasing their first album At The Wrong Gig in 2017. Performing at Celtic Connections and ED...

Episode Seven is in conversation with Director and Drama Teacher, Thomas Gemmell. Having worked together on a number of musical productions over the years, I was keen to chat with him about how he discovered a passion for theatre, his performing and directing experience to date and what his teaching career means to him. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook https://www.instagram.com/thebrawandthebra...

The Braw and The Brave Podcast is about people and their passions. In Episode Six I chat with the founder of Inner Buzz, Connie McLaughlin. With an emphasis on wellness, a positive mindset and meditation, her work as a sports broadcaster and her fascination and study of behavioural psychology have perfectly merged to create a very successful business and a real passion project. Listen to Connie's...

The Braw and The Brave Podcast is about people and their passions. In Episode Five I chat with Dance Artist and Choreographer Daniel Brawley, whose love for music videos and movie musicals as a youngster led him to following his passion, carving out a successful career in dance and choreography. He shares what inspires his work and his creative journey thus far. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook...

The Braw and The Brave Podcast is about people and their passions. Episode Four is in conversation with amateur bodybuilder, Emma Dunlop. When passion, drive, determination and focus align, it's amazing what you can achieve. Emma explains what led her to entering the world of competing and exactly what is required from the sport to succeed. Enjoy! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook https://www.in...

The Braw and The Brave Podcast is about people and their passions. Episode Three is in conversation with Presenter and public speaking coach, Greg Summers. Having witnessed his energetic, engaging and ever-professional style of event hosting, I wanted to chat to him about what led to him carve out a successful career in the entertainment industry and what he believes is paramount when trying to co...

The Braw and The Brave podcast is about people and their passions. Episode two is in conversation with the creators of The McDougalls, a Scottish music children's theatre company. Ryan Moir and Ruairidh Forde give us insight into their creative process, the adventures they have had thus far and all the behind the scenes drama of negotiating 6ft bunny costumes and space hoppers! Lots of laughs were...

The Braw and The Brave podcast is about people and their passions. Episode one is in conversation with actor Ross Baxter. A graduate of The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Ross gives us insight in to his journey in to the performing arts and what inspired him to follow his passion for theatre. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook https://www.instagram.com/thebrawandthebravepodcast/ https://www.fac...