In the sixth episode of our Emerging Futures series, written by Daniel Grimston and Jack Clearwater, we delve into a post-collapse world. In 'City', the second of a two-part series, we tune in to a radio show set in a fallen city of the future... . Jack Clearwater is a writer, director and sound artist working across theatre, cabaret and ritual. He has performed at venues including Battersea Arts Centre, Somerset House, KILN Theatre and The Royal Academy of Arts as well as at the Lyric Hammersmi...
Sep 07, 2023•29 min•Season 3Ep. 6
In the second episode of our Emerging Futures series, Geneva Virasami meets Shanice McBean to discuss abolition. Discover the history of abolitionist movements in the UK all the way up to the collectives of the present day as we explore systemic oppression, carcerality and collective power through discussion, poetry and music. . Special guests include: . Shanice Octavia McBean is a Black writer and activist in Sisters Uncut. She grew up in Handsworth, Birmingham, before moving to Tottenham. Desc...
Mar 30, 2023•46 min•Season 3Ep. 5
This episode is all about pockets of JOY! In the second instalment of ‘Sippin’ on Black Girl Magic and Disabled Joy’, Britny Virginia and Miss Jacqui discuss navigating the ups and downs of the creative industries as black, disabled women. Exploring the meaning of joy, what it means to find joy in creativity, the importance of connection & more! . Britny Virginia is a poet, writer, director and all-round creative. She was born with Cerebral Palsy on the sunny island of St. Lucia, raised in A...
Mar 23, 2023•55 min•Season 3Ep. 4
In the third episode of our Emerging Futures series, written by Daniel Grimston and Jack Clearwater, we delve into a post-collapse world. In this, the first of a two-part series, we explore life in barren countryside - or what remains of it. . Jack Clearwater is a writer, director and sound artist working across theatre, cabaret and ritual. He has performed at venues including Battersea Arts Centre, Somerset House, KILN Theatre and The Royal Academy of Arts as well as at the Lyric Hammersmith, w...
Mar 16, 2023•28 min•Season 3Ep. 3
In the second episode of our Emerging Futures series, Geneva Virasami explores music’s unique ability to inspire change. Discussing sustainability, indigenous knowledge, corporate greenwashing and the power of unity through music, poetry and discussion. . Special guests include: . BaoBao Chen & Tim Cole, co-founders of the Small Island Big Song project which unites 100 musicians across 16 island nations on the Pacific and Indian oceans. They join us to discuss their project, ethos and creati...
Mar 09, 2023•45 min•Season 3Ep. 2
In the first episode of our Emerging Futures series, Britny Virginia and Miss Jacqui discuss navigating the ups and downs of the creative industries as black, disabled women. Exploring representation, tokenism and creativity via cheesy jokes, creative exercises, music, poetry and more! . Britny Virginia is a poet, writer, director and all-round creative. She was born with Cerebral Palsy on the sunny island of St. Lucia, raised in America, and currently resides in the UK. Her work is deeply influ...
Mar 02, 2023•25 min•Season 3Ep. 1
AMPLIFY: The Podcast is back for a third season! This year, 8 emerging creatives will be looking ahead, exploring alternative visions of the future and diving into revolutionary ideas of what’s to come 🔮 From seeking solutions in indigenous knowledge, to exploring reimagined worlds - we’re so excited to introduce you to our Emerging Futures 🌎 INSTAGRAM - @therisecollectiveuk FACEBOOK - @therisecollectiveuk TWITTER - @r1secollective www.therisecollective.org.uk...
Feb 23, 2023•1 min
Resources for sex education and positivity often leave trans people out of the conversation, so let’s have a chat amongst ourselves! Stitched and strapped: sex, pleasure, and trans joy. Here we focus on relationships with others. . Please note this episode contains discussions of sex and masturbation, mentions of transphobia, discussion of medical transition, and mention of drug use. . Host bios: . Pete MacHale (he/him) is a creative from Bristol, based in London. He trained at the AUB, and acts...
Aug 19, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Pip and Destiny talk terminology, queer art, and She-Ra. Joined by the poetry of Phoebe Wagner. . Please note this episode contains discussions of biphobia, bi erasure, compulsory heterosexuality and homophobia. There are also spoilers for She-Ra. . Host Bios: . Destiny Adeyemi (they/them) is a poet. They are a Slambassadors 2018 Winner, a member of The Octavia Poetry Collective and was in the 18/19 Barbican Young Poets programme. They live in London performing at local open mics and poetry even...
Aug 12, 2021•52 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Queer hosts Niamh and Maia talk writing practices, and being inspired by unrequited love and toothpaste tubes. Joined by poet Connor Byrne. . Please note this episode contains explicit language and sexual references. . Host bios: . Niamh Haran (they/them) is a queer non-binary poet/writer from North London. They are a Roundhouse Poetry Collective alumnus with poems in Bath Magg, Perverse, The Interpreter’s House, The Babel Tower Notice Board and Ink Sweat & Tears among others. They are curre...
Aug 05, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Pip and Destiny explore the ups and downs of the London creative arts scene, and introduce Creating Dangerously. Joined by multidisciplinary artist Mandisa Apena. . Please note this episode contains discussions of misgendering, ableism, trauma, homophobia, transphobia, and racial profiling. . Host Bios: . Destiny Adeyemi (they/them) is a poet. They are a Slambassadors 2018 Winner, a member of The Octavia Poetry Collective and was in the 18/19 Barbican Young Poets programme. They live in London p...
Jul 29, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Resources for sex education and positivity often leave trans people out of the conversation, so let’s have a chat amongst ourselves! Stitched and strapped: sex, pleasure, and trans joy. Here we focus on the most important relationship there is—with the self. . Please note this episode contains discussions of sex and masturbation, mentions of transphobia, and discussion of medical transition. . Host bios: . Pete MacHale (he/him) is a creative from Bristol, based in London. He trained at the AUB, ...
Jul 22, 2021•45 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Queer hosts Niamh and Maia talk about their first date, queerbaiting and lost cats. Joined by poet Troy Cabida. . Please note this episode contains explicit language, references to homophobia and sexual references. . Host Bios: . Niamh Haran (they/them) is a queer non-binary poet/writer from North London. They are a Roundhouse Poetry Collective alumnus with poems in Bath Magg, Perverse, The Interpreter’s House, The Babel Tower Notice Board and Ink Sweat & Tears among others. They are current...
Jul 15, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Queer Joy is a collection of episodes sharing the experiences, work and stories of six exceptional queer creatives through discussion, music, poetry and more. Trailer edit and host: Arden Fitzroy (they/them) @ArdenFitzroy, Lead Producer and Guest Editor Music: Pembroke Twitter: @RiseAmplify Instagram: @therisecollectiveuk Website: www.therisecollective.org.uk Transcript: Arden: Good news, folks! We have the celebration of queer identity you’ve been waiting for! Pip: One, two, three, gonna hit th...
Jul 08, 2021•2 min
Welcome to AMPLIFY: The Lockdown Sessions, this will be the FINAL episode of our first series of lockdown podcasts created by The RISE Collective, a youth organisation that uses creative arts and media to amplify the voices of young people. In each episode we aim to explore a different theme via the work of an array of emerging and established artists, curated for your listening pleasure. As lockdown comes to an end, so does this series. In anticipation of the next series of RISE podcasts, we're...
Mar 31, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Welcome back to AMPLIFY: The Lockdown Sessions, our series of lockdown podcasts created byThe RISE Collective, a youth organisation that uses creative arts and media to amplify the voices of young people. In each episode we aim to explore a different theme via the work of an array of emerging and established artists, curated for your listening pleasure. This week's theme is stress. We’ve all been feeling it. Join us as we attempt to unpick the mind fuzz that has been the last few months 🌞 Start...
Jul 31, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Welcome back to AMPLIFY: The Lockdown Sessions. AMPLIFY: The Podcast is a series of podcasts created byThe RISE Collective, a youth organisation that uses creative arts and media to amplify the voices of young people. In each episode we aim to explore a different theme via the work of an array of emerging and established artists, curated for your listening pleasure. This week, your hosts Amy and Chloe are joined by poet and singer/songwriter Abena-Essah Bediako who blesses us with a poem inspire...
Jun 08, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to AMPLIFY: The Lockdown Sessions. This is the first of a series of podcasts created in isolation by members of The RISE Collective, a youth organisation that uses creative arts and media to amplify the voices of young people. In each episode we aim to explore a different theme via the work of an array of emerging and established artists, curated for your listening pleasure. This week your hosts Amy and Chloe will be talking about loneliness. Joining us on this exploration of lockdown-in...
May 25, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 1
