Shows
The Two Of UsElijah Kellman - Putting Trust in the SilenceNaomi 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 about death, grief and the possibility of reframing difficult experiences. He shares his wisdom about the heightened emotional state providing illumination, and the value of interruption. Elijah on instagram. Show host - Naomi Woddis Mu...
2022-08-0459 min
The Two Of UsAnnie Brechin - You Can Be LovedIn 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. Find Annie on twitter and instagram. Show host - Naomi Woddis Music and production : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2022-06-0858 min
The Two Of UsNatalia Millman - Grief, Creativity and CollaborationArtist 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 artists. Natalia on Instagram Natalia's website CW: Dementia, death of a parent Show host - Naomi Woddis Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2022-04-0655 min
The Two Of UsJessica Mitchell - Creative IntimacyArtist 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 instagram. Jessica on instagram Diogo on instagram Show host - Naomi Woddis Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg ...
2022-03-1658 minThe Two Of UsZena Edwards - The Queen of Swords and Social JusticePoet, 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 - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2022-02-0958 minThe Two Of Us112. Daniel Sluman - Taking the Time NeededAn 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 : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg CW: Cancer, antidepressant withdrawal.
2022-02-0259 min
The Two Of UsKaren McCarthy Woolf - Subtle GeometriesPoet 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 Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg ...
2021-12-0859 min
The Two Of UsAlicia Campbell - Decolonising the Artistic ProcessA 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 Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2021-11-0359 min
The Two Of UsLeon Clowes - Mindset is EverythingIn 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 Care week CW: Adoption, trauma, addiction, sexual violence, family secrets Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebe...
2021-10-0600 min
The Two Of UsKate Codrington - Second SpringNaomi 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'Brien - Citóg
2021-09-0859 min
The Two Of UsAngela Alberto Heartwise Woman - To Fully SurrenderAngela Alberto Heartwise Woman talks about her fascinating work as a death midwife, anti-diet work, what it means to fully surrender to what our bodies are asking for and how liberating that can be. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2021-08-1158 min
The Two Of Us101. Katrina Naomi - An Enduring PassionPoet, translator, critic, tutor and poetry mentor Katrina Naomi escaping a difficult home life when she was young, her life changing poetic journey and how important moving to Cornwall has been for both her physical and mental health. Katrina on Twitter Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2021-08-0400 min
The Two Of Us100. Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick - Us TwoFor the 100th episode The Two of us show hosts Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick have a freewheeling conversation about the history of the show, visions for the future and why exploring the links between creativity, mental health and emotional well-being is so important to both of them. Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2021-07-2159 min
The Two Of UsPaula Varjack - A Profound ChangePerformance and video artist Paula Varjack talks about her creative process, entertainment and discomfort, the audience as a collective and the importance of inviting new ways of seeing and thinking. She also shares her experience of being an outsider, her grief journey and a new relationship to gardening. Paula on social media - Twitter and Instagram Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2021-07-0759 min
The Two Of UsJill Abram - Finding my CommunityPoet Jill Abram talks about how discovering the poetry community meant finding 'her people'. She talks about loneliness and why lockdown has been hard for her as an extrovert. Jill on Twitter Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2021-06-0259 min
The Two Of UsCourttia Newland - Kindness and ResilienceWriter Courttia Newland talks about his writing process, coming of age in the 1980's and his experience of writing for Steve McQueen's Small Axe series. He reads from his astounding new novel A River Called Time. CW: Experience of racism Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2021-05-1259 min
The Two Of UsDeborah Porter - Gaining Self RespectMental Health and Wellbeing Creative Practitioner Deborah Porter shares her process of art journaling and how fundamental it has been to her mental health. She talks about her recovery journey from alcoholism and bulimia as well as her work in community as a creative facilitator. CW: Addiction recovery, eating disorders, pet loss. You can find Deborah on twitter, instagram and facebook. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2021-05-0551 min
The Two Of UsRachel Wright - Sparked by Curiosity Naomi talks to photographic artist Rachel Wright about her relationship to nature and change, her breast cancer journey and the inspiration provided by collaborating with other artists. CW: Breast cancer Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2021-04-0759 min
The Two Of UsDenise Saul - Freeing the PoemPoet Denise Saul talks about being a carer for her late mother who had aphasia, and the poetry that arose from their shared experience of this. She shares some profound new work from her forthcoming collection. CW: Death of a parent Denise Saul on Twitter Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2021-03-0358 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us with Shelley SilasIn a fearlessly honest interview writer Shelley Silas shares how running and cold swimming have made a huge impact on her mental health, and how fitness is an essential part of her self care. We discuss building resilience, grief and the joys of having a kitten. CW: Suicide, depression and cancer Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2021-02-0358 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Terence WildeArtist Terence Wilde takes us through a journey of authentic expression and the personal and vulnerable space that their art takes up. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-11-0728 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Mara GlatzelMara Glatzel talks about appreciating and accepting the whole self and the challenges of self-care when one becomes a new parent. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-11-0430 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Emma MorganEmma Morgan author of A Love Story for Bewildered Girls chats taking morning walks, writing as sanctuary and keeping the flow going from her dream world in to waking life. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-10-3129 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Sheree MackPodcaster and all-round creative Sheree Mack discusses the power of creativity to work through trauma and her relationship with nature and its power to heal. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-10-2929 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Mr GeePoet and podcaster Mr Gee shares his wisdom on freedom, spirituality and finding ways to celebrate who we are. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-10-2429 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Ruth SutoyeCultural producer and visual artist Ruth Sutoye talks about her magnificent project Bald Black Girls, and the ways in which she cares for herself emotionally. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-10-2127 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Hafsah Aneela BashirWriter and Jerwood Arts Poetry Fellow Associate, Hafsah Aneela Bashir, talks about her response to the global pandemic and her dynamic interactive project, Poetry Health Service. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-10-1729 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Roelof BakkerArtist Roelof Bakker talks about his self-reflective art practice, his decision to move to England at the age of 19, his current work as a response to the global pandemic, a discussion of his book Unprocessed and Naomi's own experience of seeing this image when she was young. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-10-1430 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Jane CommanePoet and publisher, Jane Commane, talks about her relationship to place, how wildness exists in her poetry and what dogs can teach us about the undefinable mysteries of being alive. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-10-1129 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with TshakaPoet Tshaka shares some moving beautiful writing and talks about the inevitability and fruits of change. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-10-0728 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Michelle RodriguesMichelle Rodrigues talks about how her art-making has helped her to process complex feelings including imposter syndrome. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-10-0429 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Dean AttaDean Atta talks about his journey with drag, the layers of meaning in what we choose to wear, teaching and his YA novel 'The Black Flamingo' Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-10-0129 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Sue WalkerJournalist, documentary-maker, novelist and writing tutor Sue Walker discusses her relationship with place, her approach to mentoring her writing students during these difficult times of Covid19 and her journey into and through novel writing. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-09-2629 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Marie SmithPhotographer and writer Marie Smith discusses her photography project 'Whispering for Help' which explores the experience that women of colour have of mental health, the process of editing and using participant's text testimony. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-09-2330 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us with Malika BookerA full length show where writer and multi-disciplinary artist Malika Booker discusses the relationship between mourning and celebration, and reads a profound and moving poem written during lockdown. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-09-1658 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of US SHORTS with Chip HamerPoet Chip Hamer reads from this new Flipped Eye pamphlet ' A Class Act'. Naomi and him talk socialism and solidarity. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-09-1429 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of SHORTS with Charlotte AnsellPoet Charlotte Ansell reads a powerful poem about racism in the UK. She talks about her work as a child psychotherapist and how poetry can help us through trauma. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-09-1430 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Lizzy TurnerPoet, artist and podcaster Lizzy Turner talks about her diagnosis of OCD, the emotional honestly she enjoys with her beloved husband David, and reads from her recent publication, Home Practice. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-09-1329 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Esther PoyerWriter Esther Poyer talks about what it means to be of service to others and shares some personal wisdom on self-compassion. Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-09-0628 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Mona ArshiPoet Mona Arshi talks about the value of learning to listen, the links between her work as a Human Rights lawyer and her poetry, and the hope she has in her daughter's generation. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-09-0330 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Carlos Mauricio RojasPoet and curator Carlos Mauricio Rojas talks about their journey into poetry, reads a piece and dissects their poetry process at this present moment. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-08-2929 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Peter KahnPeter Kahn reads from his collection Little Kings and discusses finding his calling as an educator. He talks about love and friendship, and the power of forgiveness. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-08-2630 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Abi PalmerAbi Palmer reads from her wonderful book 'Sanitorium' and discusses disability narratives in the time of a pandemic, the rewards of gardening and why floating offers her freedom from physical pain. Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-08-2430 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us with Adrian LawrenceAdrian Lawrence talks about witnessing the impact of racism on his family in the 1970's, also an exclusive listen to Adrian's timely (and most excellent) new track, 'Strange Daze' - lyrics here. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-08-1928 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Anthony JosephIn the height of lockdown Naomi interviewed writer and musician Anthony Joseph. We talk about his love of the sonnet and he shares some beautiful new work reflecting on the relationship he had with his father. In this special edition series Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-08-1225 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Nicole ChuiDisruptive embroidery artist Nicole Chui talks about using her work to amplify hers and others' voices, normalising freelance life and how being physically active is so important to her. Website: https://www.nicoleemmapearlchui.com/ Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-08-1029 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Dina CohenYoga teacher Dina Cohen talks about the challenges and rewards of teaching online during the global pandemic. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-08-0729 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Alicia GrahameDirector of Reel Rebels Radio, Alicia Graham, talks about the history of community radio and why giving people a voice is so important to her. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citog
2020-08-0129 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Nii Ayikwei ParkesWriter and publisher Nii Ayikwei Parkes shares his love for the editing process, growing up in a family where both science and the arts were equally cherished, and explains how he deals with adversity. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-07-2229 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Barbara StoreyArtist and writer Barbara Storey talks about discovering the artist in herself in later life and what this has meant for her self esteem and sense of purpose. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-07-1830 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Amber KirwanUniversity student Amber Kirwan talks about the experience of living back at home after the autonomy of her first year at university. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-07-1628 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us with Musa OkwongaIn a phenomenally intimate interview writer and musician Musa Okwonga talks about the fetishisation of the Black male body, and his desire to escape from public scrutiny. In this special edition series Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O’Brien - Citóg
2020-07-0800 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Shakaiah PerezDJ, Dancer, Interdisciplinary artist and Director of Pulotu Underworld, Shakaiah Perez talks about embracing her layers of heritage, managing mental wellbeing during lockdown and where her creative focus is at the moment. The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg ...
2020-07-0329 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Paloma TenderoPaloma Tendero talks about how she interweaves photography and sculpture in her art, and the transformative power of pain. The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-07-0129 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Will SumsuchMusician, producer, record label owner, and journalist Will Sumsuch talks openly about balancing his different work roles , his relationship with deep house music and starting therapy. The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-06-2729 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Dzifa BensonPlaywright, producer and performer Dzifa Benson examines the duality in her work and talks about an exciting new project about Black classical musician and composer, Joseph Bologne Chevalier de Saint-Georges. The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-06-2527 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Naomi Woddis and Alba FrederickNaomi and Alba chat about their social isolation experiences, and why looking at the horizon is so important and restorative. The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-06-2428 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Amie TaylorWriter, storyteller, educator and artist Amie Taylor explains why working with children is such a joy for her, and talks about her new venture 'Spring Forward'. The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-06-1730 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Zara Carpenter and Rikard OsterlundCreative and life partners Zara and Rikard discuss how they work collaboratively. Zara talks about her enthusiasm for getting her hands dirty and being present to the process and Rikard shares his excitement on learning how to make salt prints. Full Transcript The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-06-1129 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Mark 'Mr T' ThompsonPoet and actor, Mark 'Mr T' Thompson, chats about the links between teaching and performance and why his poetry is his form of political activism. The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg ...
2020-06-1027 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Safiya KinshasaSafiya Kinshasa shares her passion for dance as a form of empowerment and performs some magnificent poetry. The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-06-0630 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Jessica HornJessica Horn talks about the importance of flourishing, how spending her childhood outdoors exploring nature has a particular resonance for her now. The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-06-0328 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of SHORTS with Rishi DastidarRishi Dastidar chats about his relationship to London when working remotely and reads from his marvellous collection Saffron Jack. Full Transcript The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-05-3131 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Karen ArthurKaren Arthur talks to Naomi about her experience of depression and anxiety, and her subsequent recovery and why sewing for her, can be an act of prayer. The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-05-2735 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of SHORTS with Anna SextonAnna Sexton talks about collective experience, the relationship between play and creativity, and dissolving the boundaries between us and other living things. Full Transcript The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-05-2531 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of SHORTS with Graham SilbigerProducer, musician and educator Graham Silbiger talks about teaching music and production collaboratively online and how he processes complex feelings by writing music. The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-05-2025 min
The Two Of UsThe Two Of Us SHORTS with Jamie HaleWriter, performer and director Jamie Hale talks to Naomi about what it means to have a sense of service, having Quaker values and ways of maintaining consistency when the world feels unstable. Full Transcript The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien...
2020-05-1728 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Gavin O'BrienAlba interviews musician Gavin O'Brien (aka Citóg) about life during lockdown, making bread, and the release of his debut album, Nadir. Full Transcript The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio . In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg
2020-05-1329 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Antonio MattesiniOver Easter Naomi caught up with her friend Antonio Mattesini and his young son Lucas in his home in north Italy. They discussed the different approaches the UK and Italy have to preventing further spread of the virus, and what this new reality had taught each of them about themselves. Full Transcript The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts...
2020-05-0626 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us Shorts with Gemma WeekesWriter and performer Gemma Weekes and her son Isaiah talk about their lockdown experience in St Lucia and read a beautiful life-affirming poem together. Full Transcript The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series, 'The Two of Us SHORTS', Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Show hosts - Naomi Woddis/Alba Frederick Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien
2020-05-0622 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with Sara Mae TusonNaomi Woddis interviews podcaster supremo and writer Sara-Mae Tuson who shares her passion for Georgette Heyer and tells us why her podcast 'Heyer Today' may be just the well-written escapism we need in the current climate. Full Transcript The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series - 'The Two of Us SHORTS' - Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien
2020-05-0233 min
The Two Of UsThe Two of Us SHORTS with WIll ReidAlba Frederick interviews London artist Will Reid who discusses the inspiration of the outside, not putting pressure on himself to make art and his use of painting and drawing to explore emotional states of being. Full Transcript The Two of Us began on Reel Rebels Radio. In this special edition series - 'The Two of Us SHORTS' - Naomi Woddis and Alba Frederick conduct interviews exploring the impact the worldwide pandemic has had on creativity and mental health. Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music : Gavin O'Brien
2020-04-2927 min
The Two Of UsRoger Robinson and Nii Ayikwei Parkes - The ConversationalOne from the archives from my previous show on Reel Rebels Radio, 'The Conversational'. A brilliant interview with TS Elliot 2020 prize winner Roger Robinson and writer/editor Nii Ayikwei Parkes. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio
2020-01-151h 00
The Two Of UsLaurence Sessou - I am an AlchemistTherapist, healer, muse and workshop facilitator Laurence Sessou shares her wisdom on caring for one's inner child, why listening to our body is so essential to our well-being and what alchemy means to her. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2020-01-0854 min
The Two Of UsMusa Okwonga - Home to MeWriter, journalist, musician and podcaster Musa Okwonga shares his feelings about recklessness and shame and what it means to always be in a state of transition. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2020-01-0856 min
The Two Of UsWasi Daniju - A Wider Sense of FamilyPhotographer Wasi Daniju shares her experience of living through the grieving process and what family means to her. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2020-01-0859 min
The Two Of UsDorothea Smartt - Piece by PiecePoet and educator Dorothea Smartt talks about her identity as Zami. She reads from her new unpublished work which explores the anglophone caribbean contribution to the building of the Panama Canal. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2020-01-0859 min
The Two Of UsAnne Erith Cooper - A Political ActPoet Anne Erith Cooper talks frankly about her mental health, how she manages living with Bipolar Disorder and why naming her diagnosis in the public sphere is her way of countering stigma. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2020-01-0859 min
The Two Of UsLeone Ross - A Proper Expression of What's InsideNovelist Leone Ross talks about being happier than she's ever been, expressing the honest self through writing and reads from 'Come Let Us Sing Anyway'. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2020-01-0858 min
The Two Of UsKate Potts - Answering BackPoet and academic Kate Potts shares her enthusiasm for running and how it's really helped her mental health. She discusses her poetics and why giving voice to who has been silenced is so important to her. Kate reads from her book 'Feral.' Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2020-01-0859 min
The Two Of UsDavid Turner - The Purest ThingNaomi talks to poet, podcaster and carpenter David Turner. He discusses the idea of joinery and collaboration with his wife Lizzy Turner. David also talks about his experience as a service user, a diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder and the difficulties of coming off librium Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2020-01-041h 05
The Two Of UsRoger Robinson and Johny Pitts - Storytelling, Fatherhood and Connection.Writer, performer and musician Roger Robinson and writer and photographer Johny Pitts share their experiences of fatherhood. Johny Pitts talks about the commodification of northern-ness and what it means to have a liminal identity. Roger shares his passion for storytelling and reads from 'A Portable Paradise'. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2020-01-041h 01
The Two Of UsSteven Camden - This Wasn't a PlanWriter and performer Steven Camden on staying present, the importance of family and losing a friend to mental illness. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2020-01-0459 min
The Two Of UsYomi Sode - EverythingWriter and performer Yomi Sode reflects on The Daddy Diaries and reads from Safe, and how he maintains being topped up emotionally in regard to his well-being. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2957 min
The Two Of UsEmily Harrison - Welcoming SobrietyPoet Emily Harrison shares her sardonic humour, talks about her experience as an in-patient on and reads from her book 'I can't sleep 'cause my beds on fire'. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2851 min
The Two Of UsChimene Suleyman - Poetry is a Home to MeWriter and editor Chimene Suleyman shares new work, her wisdom about using therapy wisely before depression hits, the importance of being foolish and why allowing a fluid and non-binary approach to race and gender changed things for her. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2856 min
The Two Of UsJacob Sam-La Rose - In This SpaceWriter and educator Jacob Sam-La Rose on managing self care when working in the community, the play of the image, a love of poetry and the importance of staying present. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2854 min
The Two Of UsNaomi Woddis - Embracing the Winter in Myself'The Two of Us' radio host, photographer and writer Naomi Woddis is interviewed by poet Alba Frederick. Naomi discusses why getting in to her body through gentle movement is an aid to her mental health and emotional well-being. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2848 min
The Two Of UsRishi Dastidar - Maintaining PerspectivePoet Rishi Dastidar shares new work and discusses why it's essential to have perspective. He also talks about using instagram creatively even though he does not identity as a photographer. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2757 min
The Two Of UsRachel Mars - Identity is a ProcessPerformance maker and writer Rachel Mars discusses what the body means as a Jewish and Queer woman in relation to her work. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2759 min
The Two Of UsAmy Acre and Jasmine Cooray - The Dizziness of Freedom specialBad Betty Press' Amy Acre and poet/therapist Jasmine Cooray read from the Bad Betty Press anthology 'The Dizziness of Freedom'. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2754 min
The Two Of UsCeline Marchbank- A Bright Pink TulipCeline Marchbank talks about her career as a documentary photographer and her book 'Tulip' - an intimate study of the final years of her mother's life whom she lost to cancer. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2759 min
The Two Of UsRichard 'Rich Blk' Mkoloma - Art as ProvocationDesigner, poet and performer, Rich Mkoloma discusses the concept of art as a provocation, the links between aspirational dress and well-being. He also shares his experience of schooling, racial stereotyping and being treated unfairly and becoming politicised at an early age. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2759 min
The Two Of UsSalena Godden - I Love my Life NowWriter Salena Godden reads from her memoir 'Springfield Road' and her poetry collection 'Pessimism is for Lightweights'. She shares why she feels that it's vital to seek out stories of generosity and courage. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2757 minThe Two Of UsDylema - Language is a SpellMusician, artist and poet, Dylema, talks about the importance of being yourself, unpacking the past with the help of other black women in community and how depression and anxiety can be used positively to find out what is needed and how to engage in self care. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2455 min
The Two Of UsDaniel Regan - The Value of Long-term FriendshipsPhotographer and Artist Director of Free Space Project, Daniel Regan, talks about how friendship can help facilitate change. He shares his experience of being unwell and isolated as a young person, his eventual breakdown in his 20's, and how photography has been integral to his well-being. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2458 min
The Two Of UsInua Ellams - Living on the CuspWriter, poet and performer, Inua Ellams talks about what it means to live on the cusp, and the feeling of not belonging anywhere. He describes himself as having a nomad spirit which is reflected in his having multiple disciplines in which to express himself creatively. He reads from his unpublished work f**k boys. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2458 min
The Two Of UsPeter Raynard - The Inhale of the DayPoet Peter Raynard shares his experience of living with depression and chronic illness. He reads from Precarious published by Smokestack books. He discusses his son's depression as a young teenager and the moment he self-defined as disabled. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2455 min
The Two Of UsKeith Jarrett - Never Look DownPoet and performer Keith Jarrett reads from his collection 'Selah' and discusses his new novel. He talks about the impact growing up as a gay man in a religious household has had on his mental health. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-2059 min
The Two Of UsJoan Woddis - Therapy, Politics and ChangeFormer Vice President of British Association of Art Therapists Joan Woddis, talks about getting older and embracing chaos, and how the early loss of father had a profound effect on her. Show host - Naomi Woddis Originally broadcast on Reel Rebels Radio Music - Hoh Harph by Lobo Loco on Free Music Archive
2019-12-191h 00