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The Starcatchers 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 Starcatchers 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 Starcatchers 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 Starcatchers 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!
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2024-05-2205 min
The Starcatchers 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 Starcatchers 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 Starcatchers 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 Starcatchers 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 Starcatchers PodcastLet's Talk About...Interview with Bruce AdamsonWelcome to Starcatchers’ podcast series Let’s Talk About…In this episode, Starcatchers Chief Executive, Rhona Matheson is joined by Children and Young People's Commissioner for Scotland, Bruce Adamson, and talks about a range of topics including what's been achieved in terms of children's rights over the last six years, about babies' rights and about the importance of arts and culture for children. Download the transcript for this episode at starcatchers.org.uk/
2023-05-1051 min
The Starcatchers 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 Starcatchers PodcastLet's Talk About...The Voice of the ChildWelcome to Starcatchers’ podcast series Let’s Talk About…In this episode, Starcatchers Chief Executive, Rhona Matheson is joined by Dr. Rachel Drury from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, a music psychologist, researcher and practicing musician and artist. They talk about why babies’ voices matter and explore a research project looking at the development of an arts-based methodology for participation with pre- and non-verbal children. Download the transcript for this episode at starcatchers.org.uk/
2023-02-0744 min
The Starcatchers 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 06The Starcatchers PodcastLet's Talk About... Artists in residenceThe fifth episode of Let’s Talk About..., features Katy Wilson, Matt Addicott, Heather Fulton and Hazel Darwin-Clements, artists who have worked with Starcatchers in a variety of projects over the last 15 years, talking about artists in residence in early years settings.Let’s Talk About… is a podcast series celebrating Starcatchers’ 15th birthday in 2021. Rhona Matheson, Starcatchers’ Chief Executive, is joined by friends and colleagues from across the arts, education and third sectors in Scotland talking about a range of topics from baby theatre and children’s rights, to being an advocate and why the arts
2022-04-081h 08
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 15The Starcatchers PodcastLet's Talk About... How the arts can encourage connection in babiesOur fourth episode in the Let’s Talk About series, featuring developmental psychologist and research scientist, Suzanne Zeedyk talks how the arts can encourage connection in babies.Let’s Talk About…is Starcatchers’ brand-new podcast celebrating Starcatchers’ 15th birthday in 2021. Rhona Matheson, Starcatchers’ Chief Executive, will be joined by friends and colleagues from across the arts, education and third sectors in Scotland talking about a range of topics from baby theatre and children’s rights to being an advocate and why the arts..
2022-03-111h 01The Starcatchers 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 Starcatchers PodcastLet's Talk About...Why the Arts?Our third episode in the Let’s Talk About series, featuring Chief Executive of Children 1st, Mary Glasgow talks about the importance of the arts. Let’s Talk About…is Starcatchers’ brand-new podcast celebrating Starcatchers’ 15th birthday in 2021. Rhona Matheson, Starcatchers’ Chief Executive, will be joined by friends and colleagues from across the arts, education and third sectors in Scotland talking about a range of topics from baby theatre and children’s rights to being an advocate and why the arts..
2021-11-2345 min
The Starcatchers PodcastLet's Talk About...Baby TheatreOur second episode in the Let’s Talk About series, featuring Festival Director of Imaginate, Noel Jordan and Executive Director of Catherine Wheels Theatre Company, Tony Reekie will talk about the importance of baby theatre.Let’s Talk About…is Starcatchers’ brand-new podcast celebrating Starcatchers’ 15th birthday in 2021. Rhona Matheson, Starcatchers’ Chief Executive, will be joined by friends and colleagues from across the arts, education and third sectors in Scotland talking about a range of topics from baby theatre and children’s rights to being an advocate and why the arts.
2021-10-211h 04The Starcatchers 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 Starcatchers PodcastLet's Talk About...Artistic practice and what our youngest children tell us through their playWelcome to Starcatchers’ brand-new podcast series Let’s Talk About… a podcast celebrating Starcatchers’ 15th birthday in 2021. Rhona Matheson, Starcatchers’ Chief Executive, will be joined by friends and colleagues from across the arts, education and third sectors in Scotland talking about a range of topics from baby theatre and children’s rights to being an advocate and why the arts.Our first episode in the Let’s Talk About series, featuring artists Rebecca Fraser and Matt Addicott will talk about artistic practice and what our youngest children tell us through their play.
2021-09-271h 03The Starcatchers 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 minThe Starcatchers 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 minThe Starcatchers 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 minThe Starcatchers 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 minThe Starcatchers 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 minThe Starcatchers 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 minThe Starcatchers 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 minThe Starcatchers 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 minThe Starcatchers 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 minThe Starcatchers PodcastAcross Art Forms, Across the Curriculum with Brian HartleyFor the fifth episode of our podcast, we were joined by Brian Hartley: multi-disciplinary visual and movement artist! Brian shares insight into his background as a photographer and visual artist working directly with Stirling early years setting, and we speak about how you can use the expressive arts together and across the curriculum! 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 Brian’s Creative Chat visit: https://www.starcatchers.org.uk/episode5
2021-01-0842 min
Calvert Library's Book Bites for KidsPeter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry and Ridley PearsonEnjoy our presentation of Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, published by Hyperion. In 19th century London, a boy named Peter and fellow orphans James, Thomas, Prentiss, and Tubby Ted are shipped out on the decrepit Never Land, under the command of First Mate Slank and the incompetent Captain Cyrus Pembridge. A mysterious trunk is on board, as well as a young girl named Molly Aster. Peter, Molly and the boys get wrapped up in the mysteries of the Never Land and encounter the Starcatchers who might be friends... or foes.Peter and...
2020-12-2312 minThe Starcatchers PodcastCollaborative Storytelling, Comfort Zones and Voice with Amy Hall-GibsonFor the fourth episode of our podcast, we were joined by Amy Hall-Gibson: freelance creativity and drama facilitator extraordinaire! We spoke about how to use storytelling with wee ones including children who don't like changing books, as well as how to create voices that make storytime that bit more engaging.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 Amy’s Creative Chat visit: https://www.starcatchers.org.uk/episode4
2020-10-2745 min
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Surviving to ThrivingHow Your Story Impacts Your Relationships The "Aha" Moment with Sarah Elkins (Pt. 3)Today, we dive into part three of our interview with Sarah Elkins. Sarah is a communications coach, Gallup certified S.F. coach, Keynote speaker, author of the title Your Stories Don’t Define You, and Podcast Host of the same title.In this episode, we talk about how you can take the initial steps you need for your transformation, self-reflection, and understanding of the people who have done bad things to you.[00:01 – 07:29] Opening SegmentActionable steps you can take to start that change in your lifeGet a critical view of yourself and what you’re goo...
2020-09-0822 min
The Pelvic Yogi PodcastEp38 | Music And Miracles- Allison Rogers, MT-BCWelcome to this week's episode of the Nashville Women's Health Podcast! I hope you all have enjoyed your weekend and thank you for tuning in! This week, I am joined by Allison Rogers of Music and Miracles. Allison is a Board-Certified Music Therapist with a passion for helping others through music making. She graduated summa cum laude from Texas Woman’s University in August 2017 where she received a Bachelor of Science in Music Therapy. She is currently pursuing her Master’s in Music Therapy and LPC at Temple University.
Allyson completed her clinical internship at Denton Independent School D...
2020-09-0736 minThe Starcatchers PodcastCreativity, Vulnerability and Human Connection, with Bex CarterWelcome to the Creative Skills podcast where we chat to early years artists about their practice, some fun expressive arts ideas and how to continue creative delivery in early years settings. For the first episode of the Creative Skills Podcast, Creative Skills Manager Heather Armstrong spoke with Bex Carter, Quality Improvement Education Officer at the City of Edinburgh Council and host of the Edinburgh Early Years Podcast. They discuss the importance of delivering creative expressive arts experiences with early years.The Creative Skills Podcast is part of Creative Skills Online, online resources for the ELC...
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The Daring PoppyEp. 80 'Tik Tok' . . . TIME BOMB!The Crocodile in the Walt Disney version of 'Peter Pan' was commonly referred to as Tic Toc... Captain Hook's great nemesis.
In the books 'Peter and the Starcatchers', the Crocodile was called Mr. Grin, by the redskins.
Mr. Grin should actually be called Mrs. Grin, as the original 'Croc' was female.
As for the 'redskin' connotation. . . time is about to tell!
Curiosity Link :
ankerssm : Lake Peigneur Drilling Accident (1980) (11 Jan 2017)
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2020-08-3129 minThe Starcatchers PodcastVisual Arts Outdoors, across Art-Forms and Beyond with Pearl KinnearFor the second episode of our podcast, we were joined by Pearl Kinnear, Glasgow-based visual artist. We talk about taking visual arts outdoors, including breadcrumb trails, action painting and a very unique gingerbread man. 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 Pearl’s Creative Chat visit: https://www.starcatchers.org.uk/episode2/
2020-08-0337 min
DigiListenEpisode 2 - Social Isolation, Loneliness and Digital InclusionThis week’s podcast covers the topic of social isolation, loneliness and social inclusion. Ross McCulloch and John Fitzgerald chat through highlights from our Zoom call with experts who have been building services to help people in this area.
Our speakers this week included:
Anne Callaghan from Campaign to End Loneliness - Listen from 03:05
Adam Stachura from Age Scotland - Listen from 10:29
Colin Millar from SPAEN - Listen from 17:59
Paul Mckee from Dunfermline Advocacy - Listen from 22:48
Kerry Cleland from StarCatchers - Listen from 28:46
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2020-04-1139 min
PATSCPeter and the Starcatchers recapWhere are we in the book? So far we’ve met a whole cast of characters: Molly and her father, Black Stache and Smee, Slank and Little Richard, Peter and the boys, Prentiss, Thomas, James and Tubby Ted, the nice sailor, Alf, Ammm the porpoise, and the secret organization the Starcatchers! What a wild ride! Take a listen for a quick recap of what we’ve read so far.
2020-03-2705 min
Table of (Mal)ContentsWe're Thankful For That Time We Talked to Leif Enger
About a year ago, Dave and I had the privilege of being joined in-studio by acclaimed novelist Leif Enger while Barnabas was out on a work-related trip. He declared us really bad friends, and we're okay with that. So, today, as we all gear up for Thanksgiving, we're representing this interview as a special holiday gift to you! Listen in as we discuss: Leif's writing process and why it took 10 years for Virgil Wander to...
2019-11-2552 min
Welcome To Storybrooke - Welcome to TelevisionChapter Six: Belle, Book, and CandleWelcome to Storybrooke, Book Ten: Mom-ageddon Two: Son of Mom-ageddon, Chapter Six: Belle, Book, and Candle: Max and Tina discuss Once Upon a Time, Season Six, Episode Sixteen: Mother's Little Helper, in which Gideon bugs us, Hook's plan is a royal flush, and Henry is lit(erature).Recommendations:Lords and Ladies by Terry PratchettPeter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry and Ridley PearsoniTunes: https://tinyurl.com/wtsbpodFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/Ilovetelevisionzines/Twitter: @ILoveTVZinesEmail: ilovetelevisionzines@gmail.comSite: http...
2019-02-251h 19
Turkey Leg TalkEpisode 121: Kingdom Keepers Author Ridley PearsonNew York Times Bestselling Author Ridley Pearson stops by this week to talk all things Disney, Kingdom Keepers, Peter and the Starcatchers, and more! I hope you enjoy Episode 121: Kingdom Keepers Author Ridley Pearson! Bestselling author Ridley Pearson stops by to talk all about his backstage access to the parks, resorts, and cruise ships, Kingdom Keepers, and the new series of books he’s working on!
2018-04-2937 min
Homeschool UnrefinedWhat We're Reading {With Some Listener Reads Too}We love books, and this is a jam-packed episode of our favorite latest reads. We include books we’re reading on our own, what we’re reading aloud, and what our kids are reading. Plus, we’ll hear from some listeners about some of their latest books! You can find links to all the books we mention below OR, just visit our Amazon Shop at www.amazon.com/shop/homeschoolunrefined Read Alouds Forge by Laurie Halse Anderson (part of the Seeds of America Trilogy) Chains by Laurie Halse Anderson Roll o...
2018-02-121h 07
Homeschool UnrefinedWhere We Take a BreakWhy is taking a break so important? What do our breaks look like? Listen in and hear all about why we think being proactive about scheduling breaks is crucial, even if it's a break from something you truly enjoy. We also chat about some specific breaks we are taking over the holidays and as always, what we are Loving This Week. Today's podcast is brought to you by audible - get a FREE audiobook download and 30 day free trial at www.audibletrial.com/homeschoolunrefined Over 180,000 titles to choose from for your iPhone, Android, Kindle or mp3 player.
2017-12-1839 min
Homeschool UnrefinedSummer Book Club: How To Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk, Part 3This is the last episode in our summer book club series where we'll be talking about chapters 5 & 6 of the book, How To Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish. Today we talk all about praise and freeing children from playing roles. Join us! Today's podcast is brought to you by audible - get a FREE audiobook download and 30 day free trial at www.audibletrial.com/homeschoolunrefined. Over 180,000 titles to choose from for your iPhone, Android, Kindle or mp3 player. Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson Pax...
2017-07-3152 min
The VJ Books PodcastRidley Pearson Goes In-Depth About His New Book: White BoneWHITE BONE by Ridley Pearson
Corruption isn’t a “problem” in Kenya, it’s the way of doing business. The poaching of ivory from African elephants, driven by insatiable demand from mainland China, fuels constant blood and slaughter. Knox faces police, national rangers, journalists, and safari companies who are each in their own symbiotic relationship with elephants, both good and bad. As the threat from Al-Shaabab militants interferes with his pursuit of Grace, Knox finds himself pitted against the most savage and suicidal fighters in the world. And there’s this woman, Grace, always in his head. His gut. As Grace watc...
2016-07-2600 min
The Drunken Odyssey with John King: A Podcast About the Writing LifeEpisode 199: Ridley Pearson!In this week’s episode, I talk to the New York Times bestselling novelist Ridley Pearson from Walt Disney World,
plus Mistie Watkins writes about how The Night Circus changed her life.
TEXTS DISCUSSED
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2016-04-0255 min
The Tammy Tuckey ShowTTTS #12 - Interview with Ridley Pearson, Author of “KINGDOM KEEPERS VII: The Insider”Show Notes:
In this episode of The Tiara Talk Show, Ridley Pearson, author of “KINGDOM KEEPERS VII: The Insider” chats with host Tammy Tuckey about writing the “Peter & the Starcatchers” series with Dave Barry, several trips aboard the Disney Cruise ships, a Kingdom Keepers spin-off series, a possible Kingdom Keepers movie and more!
Visit Ridley’s new website: www.ridleypearson.com
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Buy a copy of Ridley’s book, “KINGDOM KEEPERS VII: The Insider” on Amazon here: ...
2016-02-2016 min
Culture Republic PodcastReaching Family Audiences in ScotlandThis month we’ll be taking a look at family audiences in Scotland. Families are, of course, a broad category with lots of internal diversity but at its core what we’re talking about is mixed age groups of adults and children attending or participating in an arts experience together – people younger than 16 and it’s usually the adults who make the ultimate purchase or participation decision.
We wanted to find out from arts organisations what its like in real life to try and connect effectively with family audiences. What are the practical challenges? What can other arts organisations learn from the...
2015-10-1920 minCulture Republic PodcastReaching Family Audiences in ScotlandThis month we’ll be taking a look at family audiences in Scotland. Families are, of course, a broad category with lots of internal diversity but at its core what we’re talking about is mixed age groups of adults and children attending or participating in an arts experience together – people younger than 16 and it’s usually the adults who make the ultimate purchase or participation decision.
We wanted to find out from arts organisations what its like in real life to try and connect effectively with family audiences. What are the practical challenges? What can other arts organisations learn from the...
2015-10-1920 min