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The Creative Skills PodcastSeries 4, Episode 3: Creative Flow with artist Pearl KinnearIn the third episode of the latest series of Starcatchers' Creative Skills podcast, Early Years Development Manager, Amy Hall-Gibson, spoke to Visual Artist, Pearl Kinnear, about the importance of creative flow and being in the moment for young children.Discover the resources and accompanying videos for this podcast at To be the first to know when a new episode is live, subscribe to the Starcatchers Creative Skills podcast now on Amazon Music, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Deezer. Or, l...2025-05-0953 min

The Creative Skills PodcastWee People Big Feelings Recap: Part 1 (Series 4, Ep 2)In part one of this episode of Starcatchers’ Creative Skills podcast, we spoke to dance artist, Skye Reynolds, about her artist residency with programme called Wee People Big Feelings, exploring the relationship between creativity and emotional literacy in very young children.Wee People, Big Feelings was a collaboration between Starcatchers and Scots Corner Early Learning and Childcare Centre, a Midlothian setting that was opened in partnership with the Ministry of Defence to provide early learning and childcare for both military families and the wider community.To be the first to know when a new ep...2025-01-2036 min

The Creative Skills PodcastCreative Skills Podcast: Wee People Big Feelings Recap: Part 2 (Series 4, Ep 2)In part 2 of this episode of the Starcatchers’ Creative Skills podcast we spoke to Early Years Practitioners at Scots Corner Early Learning Centre, Carol Ann Low and Linette Stevenson, about big movement play, the legacy and the creative empowerment staff felt through participating in the Wee People Big Feelings project, an artist residency exploring how big movement play and being creative in general, can support wee ones, understand and express their feelings.To be the first to know when a new episode is live, subscribe to the Starcatchers Creative Skills podcast now on Amazon Mu...2025-01-2031 min

The Creative Skills PodcastSeries 4, Episode 1: Putting the Voice of the Baby into Practice with artist Kerry ClelandIn the first episode of the latest series of Starcatchers' Creative Skills podcast, Head of Early Years Development, Heather Armstrong, spoke to Community Engagement Artist and performer, Kerry Cleland, about how she puts the voice of the wee ones she works with at the heart of her practice. This episode explores the voice of the baby in relation to creative arts experiences for very young pre and non-verbal children.The Voice of the Baby is based on research undertaken by Dr Rachel Drury from the Royal Conservatorie of Scotland and Dr Cara Blaisdell from Queen Margaret University...2024-10-0348 min

Hyperion Hype ClubSEASON 4 TRAILER | "Peter and the Starcatchers"I can’t wait to take a deep dive into “Peter and the Starcatchers” with you guys! It’s been on my TBR for FOREVER, probably the one that’s been on there the second longest behind “The Neverending Story.” I think I’m going to love finding as many little references to the movie “Peter Pan” and the play/novel “Peter [Pan] and Wendy” by Sir J.M. Barrie! YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5bww-Oi-ewLkuy9uIQ87kg Podcast link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mackenna-butler Follow me @disn...2024-05-2205 min

The Creative Skills PodcastSeries 3, Episode 5: The Importance of Storytelling with Early Years ChildrenIn the fifth episode of the third series of Starcatchers’ Creative Skills podcast Head of Early Years Development, Heather Armstong, spoke to Storyteller, Andy Cannon, about the importance of Storytelling with Early Years children. Listen to his top tips on bringing simple, everyday stories to life.To be the first to know when a new episode is live, subscribe to the Starcatchers Creative Skills podcast now on Amazon Music, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Deezer. Or, listen to all episodes now, he...2024-03-3052 min

The Creative Skills PodcastBonus Episode: Practical Approaches to Emotional Literacy and Self CareTackle those January Blues by listening to the latest Creative Skills bonus mini episode providing practical approaches to emotional literacy and self care. To be the first to know when a new episode is live, subscribe to the Starcatchers Creative Skills podcast now on Amazon Music, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Deezer. Or, listen to all episodes now, here on the Starcatchers website.2024-01-1533 min

Stuff with Moms10: Stuff with MomsSend us a textShow Notes: August 4, 2023August 6 - National Friendship DayNERD (Musical Group) No One Ever Dies SHIELD Strategic Homeland Intervention, Enforcement, and Logistics Division'Star Wars' star Mark Hamill's extraordinary visit with a dying boy https://www.today.com/parents/last-jedi-star-wars-star-mark-hamill-met-dying-boy-t120121Amazon.com: Edenbrooke (Audible Audio Edition): Julianne Donaldson, Emily Elizabeth Hamilton, Shadow Mountain: Books https://www.amazon.com/Edenbrooke-Julianne-Donaldson-audiobook/dp/B00COUKWRU/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3V4LWKRAXPTZI&keywords=edenbrooke&qid=1687668984&s...2023-08-041h 08

The Creative Skills PodcastWee People Big Feelings: Reflecting and Creative EmpowermentIn the fourth episode of the third series of Starcatchers’ Creative Skills podcast we spoke to Early Years Practitioners at Scots Corner Early Learning Centre, Carol Ann Low and Linette Stevenson, about big movement play, the legacy and the creative empowerment staff felt through participating in the Wee People Big Feelings project, an artist residency project exploring how big movement play and being creative in general, can support wee ones, understand and express their feelings. To be the first to know when a new episode is live, subscribe to the Starcatchers Creative Skills podcast now on 2023-06-1630 min

The Creative Skills PodcastSeries 3, episode 3: Character Building and thinking of characters as creative provocations with artist Sam JamesonIn this episode, we spoke to artists Sam Jameson, a performer working in theatre for early years audiences and families. Since lockdown, Samuel has also been working in a nursery as an early years assistant. In this episode, Samuel shares his positive experience of role-playing alongside learners and creating characters out of child-led play, and how to use characters as creative provocations to spark new creative learning opportunities. To find resources that tie into this episode, go to the webpage.Music used in this episode comes from Starcatchers' production Hup, composed by Abigail Si...2023-05-1858 min

The Creative Skills PodcastSeries 3, episode 2: Working creatively with wee ones birth-three yearsIn this episode, we spoke to artists Kirsty Pennycook, Kirstin Abraham and Skye Reynolds, exploring their experiences of working creatively with birth to three year-olds. Full of practical approaches, hints and tips for creating memorable creative experiences for our youngest children. To find resources that tie into this episode, go to the webpage.Music used in this episode comes from Starcatchers' production Hup, composed by Abigail Sinar and performed by the RSNO. The Creative Skills Podcast is part of Starcatchers' Creative Skills Online: online resources for the ELC workforce in Scotland. Find out...2023-02-2752 min

The Creative Skills PodcastWee People Big Feelings: Exploring the relationship between creativity and emotional literacy in Young ChildrenThis podcast focuses on a Starcatchers' programme called Wee People Big Feelings, exploring the relationship between creativity and emotional literacy in very young children. To find resources that tie into this episode, head to the webpage. This podcast features Early Years Development Manager, Amy Hall-Gibson and Movement and dance artist, Skye Reynolds. Music used in this episode comes from Starcatchers' production Hup, composed by Abigail Sinar and performed by the RSNO The Creative Skills Podcast is part of Starcatchers' Creative Skills Online: online resources for the ELC wor...2023-01-3036 min

NFTs BEYOND THE FLOOREpisode 12 - StarcatchersThe one with Maurice and Arial from Starcatchers. Starcatchers is an NFT project that is building for the benefit of the Web3 Space. Focusing on Longer term benefits for community members, fashion collaboration and committing the team to the project long term through delivery of the first time lock contract.We spoke at length about these points as well as promoting creativity from within the community, allowing holders to develop your brand commercially and without boundaries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-221h 06

Soul 2 Soul Business#236: ThatNFTGuy | Part #2 - NFT Scam Prevention, Hot Projects And Alpha StrategiesThis episode is a continuation of my interview with ThatNFTGuy, in which we discuss avoiding NFT scams and some upcoming hot projects that we are both interested in. Links from the episode: ThatNFTGuy Part 1 Episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/10-million-journey Zeneca Academy - https://zenacademy.io Loser Club: Website - https://www.loserclub.io Twitter - https://mobile.twitter.com/loserclubreborn Deadfellaz - https://www.deadfellaz.io Dead Friends - https://twitter.com/DeadFriends_NFT Starcatchers - https://www.starcatchers.io...2022-03-3141 min

Of Slippers and Spindles - Fairy Tale Retellings and Adaptations in Books, Film, and TheatreEp. 65: Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry, Ridley Pearson, and Rick Elice"To have faith is to have wings." In our third week of Peter Pan Month, we are looking at the novel Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson as well as the stage adaptation written by Rick Elice and starring Christian Borle, Adam Chanler-Berat, and Celia Keenan-Bolger. This Peter Pan prequel/reboot follows the adventures of Peter, an orphan being sold into slavery, and a girl named Molly who is protecting a chest full of starstuff, a magical substance with immense power. Trials on the treacherous seas lead to wild e...2022-03-161h 15

The Carly P Reilly ShowNFT Catcher’s Jenny on the Blockchain & Michael Keen x Overpriced JPEGs Recap #15On this week’s Overpriced JPEGs weekly recap, we’re bringing you an ultimate NFT crossover episode between OPJ and NFT Catcher’s Jennifer Sutto & Michael Keen! Carly brings on Jennifer and Michael to explore macro and micro trends happening in the space, hot projects they’re tracking such as: Doodles, Invisible Friends, Starcatchers, Wonder Pals, Genomes DAO, Mxtter, Smileverse, Pixelmon’s Kevin—because who isn’t(?!), and SO many others. We hope you enjoy :) ------ 🚀 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER: https://jpegs.banklesshq.com/ 🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO PODCAST APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overpriced-jpeg...2022-03-0454 min

The Creative Skills PodcastHow do I... support emotional literacy and wellbeing with early years children?This month, to help you celebrate Children’s Mental Health Week, we’ll be talking about creative ideas that support wee one’s emotional literacy and wellbeing. To find resources that tie into this episode, head to: www.starcatchers.org.uk/episode-wellbeing Artists and guests:Amy Hall-GibsonCharlotte AllanWee People Big Feelings Webpage: https://starcatchers.org.uk/work/wee-people-big-feelingsThe Story of You Wee Inspiration: https://starcatchers.org.uk/work/wee-inspirations/the-story-of-you Music used in this episode comes from Starcatchers productions:“Hup”, composed by Abigail Sinar and performed by the RSNO “Little Light”, c...2022-02-0124 min

The Creative Skills PodcastHow do I... find the space?This month, we’re talking about how to deliver creative ideas even when you don’t have a lot of space! To find resources that tie into this episode, head to: www.starcatchers.org.uk/episode-space Artists and guests:Charlotte Allan, Theatre-maker, Artistic Director of Ipdip Theatre and researcherSkye Reynolds, Movement and dance artistHazel Darwin-Clements, Theatre-maker and drama artistRebecca Fraser, Parkhead Artist in Residence Music used in this episode comes from Starcatchers productions:“Hup”, composed by Abigail Sinar and performed by the RSNO“Little Light”, composed by Stephen Deazley“Baby Chill”, composed by Sacha Kyle The Creati...2021-09-2935 min

The Creative Skills PodcastHow do I... know the arts make an difference?This month, we’re talking about how to measure impact and the voice of the children you work with. To find resources that tie into this episode, head to: www.starcatchers.org.uk/episode-impact Artists and guests:Rhona Matheson, Chief Executive at StarcatchersPearl Kinnear, Visual ArtistAmy Hall-Gibson, Drama Artist and Development Officer of Creativity at Education ScotlandCharlotte Allan, Theatre-maker, Artistic Director of Ipdip Theatre and researcherSkye Reynolds, Movement and dance artistDr. Rachel Drury, Musician, lecturer and Music Specialist at Rachel House CHASDonna Nicol, Activities Coordinator at Rachel House CHAS Music used in this episode comes from...2021-09-2232 min

The Creative Skills PodcastA Schematic Approach to Arts in Early YearsSchemas are patterns of repeated behaviours which children engage in. In this episode, we talk about different schematic patterns, and how to support them through expressive arts delivery!Find more schema resources here: https://starcatchers.org.uk/work/creative-skills-online-podcast/schema-resources/The Creative Skills Podcast is part of Creative Skills Online, online resources for the ELC workforce in Scotland.2021-06-2922 min

The Creative Skills PodcastBonus Episode: Exploring "Mixed Up" at HomeWe have a special bonus episode about exploring Starcatchers' production "Mixed Up" at home! Find out more here: https://starcatchers.org.uk/work/mixed-up/2021-05-2707 min

The Creative Skills PodcastRhythm, Self-Expression and Child-Led Music with Fraser StoneOn this episode we sat down with Fraser Stone, musician and educator. We spoke about rhythm, self-expression, and how music is everywhere!The Creative Skills Podcast is part of Creative Skills Online, online resources for the ELC workforce in Scotland. To access this episode’s Reflective Practice worksheet, videos and sign up for Fraser's Creative Chat visit: https://www.starcatchers.org.uk/episode9 2021-05-0336 min

The Creative Skills PodcastMusic Outdoors, Language Development and Empathy with Dr. Rachel DruryOn this episode we were delighted to host Dr. Rachel Drury, a a researcher and creative artist who works in the fields of psychology and education. We spoke about communication, language development, agency and empathy. Plus some ideas to take music outdoors!The Creative Skills Podcast is part of Creative Skills Online, online resources for the ELC workforce in Scotland. To access this episode’s Reflective Practice worksheet, videos and sign up for Rachel's Creative Chat visit: https://www.starcatchers.org.uk/episode8 2021-04-0240 min

The Creative Skills PodcastDevelopmental Patterns and Creative Movement with Skye Reynolds (Part 2)We're back with Skye Reynolds! In part 2 of our conversation we focus on putting developmental movement patterns into practice, and fun movement ideas you can use in your setting with the children you work with. The Creative Skills Podcast is part of Creative Skills Online, online resources for the ELC workforce in Scotland. To access this episode’s Reflective Practice worksheet, videos and sign up for Skye's Creative Chat visit: https://www.starcatchers.org.uk/episode7 2021-03-1638 min

The Creative Skills PodcastDevelopmental Patterns and Creative Movement with Skye Reynolds (Part 1)For the seventh episode of our podcast, we were joined by Skye Reynolds: dance artist and movement practitioner! In part 1 of this conversation we spoke about developmental movement patterns, and how children learn through movement and touch.The Creative Skills Podcast is part of Creative Skills Online, online resources for the ELC workforce in Scotland. To access this episode’s Reflective Practice worksheet, videos and sign up for Skye's Creative Chat visit: https://www.starcatchers.org.uk/episode7 2021-03-0226 min

Performing CapersEpisode 29: Finding Your Feet - With special guest Vince VirrIn this special LGBTQ+ History Month edition of our Finding our Feet podcast, we are joined by dance artist, Vince Virr. Vince has worked with us for many years as a dancer in productions including 'Within This Dust', and he will also be in our new show 'Teeny Weeny' commissioned by Starcatchers. Vince is well known across Scotland and internationally as a dancer with Barrowland Ballet. He joins us to talk about 3 significant moments in his life, including his experience of coming out. He also contemplates what advice he would give his 14 and 90 year old self. Plus, he plays...2021-02-1042 min

The Creative Skills PodcastPuppets, Sustained Shared Thinking and Sensory Wonders with Charlotte AllanFor the sixth episode of our podcast, we were joined by Charlotte Allan: theatre-maker, puppeteer and researcher! Everything is better with puppets, so Charlotte teaches us her top tips for making your own, as well as how to make your own wow sensory moment!The Creative Skills Podcast is part of Creative Skills Online, online resources for the ELC workforce in Scotland. To access this episode’s Reflective Practice worksheet, videos and sign up for Charlotte's Creative Chat visit: https://www.starcatchers.org.uk/episode6 2021-02-0845 min

The Creative Skills PodcastBonus Episode: Express Yourself this Children's Mental Health WeekIt's Children's Mental Health Week and the theme is Express Yourself - so we couldn't help but release a bonus mini episode. Heather Armstrong looks at ideas that have come up in Creative Skills training sessions: self-expression and creative flow.Find out more at: www.starcatchers.org.uk/bonusepisode1 2021-02-0106 min