Today, I talk to Tatum Swithenbank, a presenter and audio producer, shares their journey of overcoming challenges and finding success in the creative industry. They discuss there difficult upbringing, their training as a dancer, and the discovery of their muscular dystrophy. Tatum also talks about transitioning from survival jobs to pursuing their passion for storytelling through radio and podcasting. They offers advice on finding low-cost courses and opportunities for aspiring creatives. Additionally, Tatum explores their love for folklore and witchcraft and shares their experiences with therapy and embracing their gender fluidity and pansexuality. In this conversation, Tatum Swithenbank and Charlie discuss various topics related to gender identity, pronouns, disability, and inclusion. Tatum shares their personal journey of exploring their gender identity and the challenges they faced in navigating pronouns. They also discuss the importance of creating accessible spaces in the entertainment industry and advocating for disability representation. The conversation highlights the need for greater understanding and acceptance of different forms of love and care. Overall, the conversation emphasises the importance of education, communication, and creating inclusive environments for all individuals.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:51 Unstable Upbringing
02:45 MD Kicks IN
04:54 In London alone working to survive
07:28 You don’t have to do something solid
08:59 You do so much Tatum
11:41 2 A-Levels in Performing arts
12:53 It was a Challenging time of Shame
14:34 From Hostel to Radio
19:07 Where to get a leg up if you are young and stuck
22:21 Just Talk to people
25:17 Love for WitchCraft, Magic
28:37 Too Much jargon and Learning
34:07 Therapy
39:22 Gender Fluidity
47:25 Be Kind
48:33 Its not that hard
50:50 Where are we putting our Energy
51:53 Immersive Cinema
56:32 I got downgraded for lack of Movement
59:52 People coming up and asking questions
01:01:43 Teach people about Disability
01:04:33 Being Out
01:08:49 Queer Dating
01:13:10 Need to be Accessible
01:15:24 The Final Question
01:19:52 LETS CONNECT
Takeaways
Exploring gender identity is a personal journey that requires self-reflection and the space to explore different pronouns and identities.
It is important to respect and use the correct pronouns for individuals, even if it takes time to adjust and make mistakes along the way.
The entertainment industry needs to prioritize accessibility and inclusion for disabled performers and create opportunities for representation.
Exposure and education are key to breaking down barriers and promoting understanding and acceptance of disability and diverse forms of love and care.
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Listen to the podcast on:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7GG1WLjyWxTFb4fd9GbJeT?si=d14f5c370b374dc7
Google Podcast https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy84MjQwNTQ3MC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw?ep=14
Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-quite-podcast/id1618677301
