This week Kirsty and Naomi are answering the question: If you knew you couldn't fail, what things would you do? This naturally results in a few tangents which we know is just the way you like it. Let us know how you would answer the question by heading to our most recent post on Instagram ( @fancyablether ) and why not give our website a nosey while you are at it! ( www.fancyablether.com )
Oct 07, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 11
This week Kirsty and Naomi talk all about documentaries, and Kirsty goes all film school graduate on us. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @fancyablether and comment on our recent post whether you like documentaries or not and what your favourite one is. You should also check out our website www.fancyablether.com
Sep 30, 2020•21 min•Season 1Ep. 10
This week Kirsty is joined by Dedicate24 podcast host, Douglas Veitch. They talk all about how Douglas became a podcaster, where the idea for his podcast came up for, and how to start sticking to and acheiving new year's resolutions and goals. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram ( @fancyablether ), and check out our website ( www.fancyablether.com ) You can find Douglas here ( @douglasveitch ), and his podcast Dedicate24 here (https://open.spotify.com/show/27JQJovLdxd3rm09ZixuVq?si=WloJvFOsQW...
Sep 26, 2020•45 min•Season 2Ep. 4
This week Kirsty and Naomi are discussing whether they prefer travelling alone or in a group, and the pros and cons of both. In typically Small Talk style they also indulge themselves in a tangent of discussing how they miss travelling at this time, but of course recognise that it is for the safety of everyone to stay at home. Don't forget to check out our Instagram ( @fancyablether ) and check out our website www.fancyablether.com...
Sep 23, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 9
This week Kirsty is joined by Naomi for a fan favourite episode style of a conversation with. In this conversation with episode Naomi and Kirsty discuss the UK's supposed 'migrant' crisis; how we can help people who have been affected by the fire in Moria right now; how to switch our language to be more people centred; and the ways in which we personally can stop dehumanising anyone who seeks refuge. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram ( @fancyablether ) and check out our website ( www.fancya...
Sep 20, 2020•56 min•Season 2Ep. 3
This week Kirsty and Naomi, are joined by a special guest Emily Hopkins. This week they are discussing what are some small things that make your day. Don't forget to follow @fancyablether , and check out our website: www.fancyablether.com
Sep 16, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This week Kirsty is join by her Small Talk (new episodes every Wednesday) co-host Naomi Howell-Steven in a very exciting interview with a music legend: Robert Kool Bell, of course most known through the band Kool and the Gang. New episodes every Saturday, don't forget to follow us on Instagram ( @fancyablether ) and check out our website ( www.fancyablether.com ) Where to find Robert Kool Bell: Instagram ( @mr.robertkoolbell ), Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/Robert.Kool.Bell/ ), Le Kool Cha...
Sep 12, 2020•36 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Join Kirsty and Naomi this week as they discuss what things they have been doing wrong most of their life, and what the supposed right way to do them is. Don't forget to follow @fancyablether on Instagram and check out our website: www.fancyablether.com You can also find Kirsty ( @keenkirsty_ ) and Naomi ( @majestic_mayhem ) on Instagram....
Sep 09, 2020•24 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Join Kirsty this week for our first ever Book Club and Untold Stories episode! This book club episode is all about 'Where The Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens, and our untold stories is about a badass British Muslim Spy from WW2 named 'Noor Inayat Khan. Stay tuned for new main series episodes every SATURDAY and new Small Talk episodes every WEDNESDAY. You can find us on Instagram ( @fancyablether ) or on our own website ( www.fancyablether.com ) Forum post for this month's book club: https://www.fa...
Sep 05, 2020•34 min•Season 2Ep. 1
This week Naomi is join by special guest Megan O'Reilly as Kirsty had to take the week off due to starting her PGDE. So you can join Naomi and Megan to find out what they think an adult version of an ice cream truck would sell, and what song it would play! Don't forget to follow @fancyablether on Instagram and check out our website ( www.fancyablether.com ) for episode transcipts, exclusive content and more....
Sep 02, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Join Kirsty and Naomi this week as they discuss what they think the difference between justice and revenge is, and delve a little into whether justice really exists in Western modern day societies. Don't forget to follow @fancyablether on Instagram and check out our website: www.fancyablether.com You can also find Kirsty ( @keenkirsty_ ) and Naomi ( @majestic_mayhem ) on Instagram. Justice for Breonna Taylor: Petition ( https://www.change.org/p/andy-beshear-justice-for-breonna-taylor ), List of ...
Aug 26, 2020•21 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Join Kirsty this week as she discovers how to carve out a well-balanced life by chatting to Yoga teacher and nutritional student Zara Carmichael. Don't forget to follow @fancyablether on Instagram and check out our website ( www.fancyablether.com ) Zara's Social Media Handles: @zaraszen , zaraszen.com Poem of the Week: 'I am more than my nightmares' by Jennae Cecilia, ( @jennaececilia ) Jennae's New Book ('The Sun Will Rise and So Will We): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CJXNCVM Charity of the Wee...
Aug 20, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Join Kirsty and Naomi this week as they chat about why societies have begun to place such a high value on emotions. Which leads to some necessary tangents on gender equality and why empathy counts in this world. Don't forget to follow us on instagram ( @fancyablether ) and check out our website ( www.fancyablether.com ) You can also find Kirsty ( @keenkirsty_ ) and Naomi ( @majestic_mayhem ) on Instagram to follow along with their lives. Short Documentary Mentioned: The Best Place To Be A Woman ...
Aug 19, 2020•26 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Kirsty is discussing why having BAME educators is so important with Arthur Korobov and Lewis Batty. As well as discussing the work they have been doing with their old school recently to increase the number of BAME educators they employ, and why they chose to work towards creating this change. Don't forget to check us out on Instagram ( @fancyablether ) and on our website ( www.fancyablether.com ). Arthur ( @___arthur_ ) and Lewis' ( @lewisbatty_ ) Instagram Handles What I'm Engaging With: Choose...
Aug 13, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Join Kirsty and Naomi this week as they chat about Pavlovian responses including what that means ,and some they have noticed they and many others around them have. Don't forget tofollow us on instagram ( @fancyablether ) and check out our website ( www.fancyablether.com ) You can also find Kirsty ( @keenkirsty_ ) and Naomi ( @majestic_mayhem ) on Instagram to follow along with their lives....
Aug 12, 2020•17 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Join Kirsty as she talks to the trio of sisters (Harriet, Victoria and Rohanne) behind RosieGlow Productions all about how important the arts are, and how their event: Revival is helping to revive the arts right now! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram (@fancyablether) and check out our website! Where To Get Your Tickets for Revival: Facebook Event ( Revival ), Ticket Website ( See Tickets ) RosieGlow Productions Socials: Instagram ( @rosieglowproductions ), Twitter ( @RosieGlowProdu1 ), Face...
Aug 06, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Join Naomi and Kirsty this week as they discuss what elements of the world today will be considered primitive in 100 years. Don't forget to follow our Instagram , and check out our website ! Naomi's Handles: Instagram and Youtube
Aug 05, 2020•25 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Join Kirsty this week as she discusses reading, books and announces the launch of our brand new Fancy a Blether? book club! New episodes EVERY WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and check out our website . Poem of the Week: 'There Is No Frigate Like a Book' by Emily Dickinson Charity Spot of the Week: The Children's Literacy Charity Main Episode Mentions: Huffpost Article , 'Autumn ' by Ali Smith, ' The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie ' by Muriel Spark, ' The Big Katie Mora...
Jul 30, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Join Kirsty and Naomi this week as they chat about what they think the eighth wonder of the world should be! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram: @fancyablether . Head to our website forum to let us know what you think the eighth wonder of the world should be! Check out Naomi's Instagram and Youtube! Article of what the seven wonders of the world are, definition of a wonder of the world Some places to go if you want to help save the rainforests: WWF , Green Peace , Mental Floss Article AntsCa...
Jul 29, 2020•19 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Join Kirsty this week as she discusses the positive impacts moving your body can have, and how you can find what exercise/sport works for you. New episodes EVERY THURSDAY 6PM GMT. Don't forget to check out our website , and follow us on Instagram: @fancyablether What I'm Engaging With: British Sign Language Course Poem of the Week: 'This Body is Mine, This Body is Beautiful' found on Yellow Co , written by Arielle Estoria . Articles Refrenced: Anschutz Health and Wellness Centre , Breaking Muscl...
Jul 23, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Join Kirsty and Naomi as they have a good old natter about pretty much anything in the world. All in the spirit of some good old fashion small talk. A podcast perfect to listen to on your commute to work, getting ready for a night out or even in your shower! This episode is all about ennegrams so you can get to know them better as this is the first episode of the season! New episodes live every WEDNESDAY at 8AM GMT! Don't forget to follow @fancyablether on Instagram and Naomi on @majestic_mayhem...
Jul 22, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 1
This week Kirsty discusses adult friendships, what she has learnt from friendship that went awry in the past. As weel as the importance of being your own friend. New Episodes EVERY THURSDAY at 6PM GMT. Don't forget to follow @fancyablether on Instagram, and you can check out our brand new website here ! What I've Been Engaging With This Week: The Innocence Project on Netflix. You can check out the Innocence Project London here. Poem of the Week: You can find the poem of the week on my personal p...
Jul 17, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 6
This week Kirsty discusses bisexuality, how to combat biphobia and how to be an ally to the LGBTQ+ with Marion Jochmans. New episodes EVERY THURSDAY 6PM BST. Don't forget to follow @fancyablether on Instagram. Please follow, subscribe, share and review the show. Where to Find Marion Social Media: @marionjochmans Blog: Marion Jochmans on Wordpress Article on Bisexual Awareness Week by Marion Resources Mentioned ICE Petition Poem of the Week: ' Bisexual Visibility' by Trudy Howson Charity of The W...
Jul 09, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 5
The best spots in Edinburgh for eating, drinking, exercising and shopping. New episodes every Thursday 6pm BST. Don't forget to follow @fancyablether on Instagram. PETITION TO SIGN: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/300976 Poem: Auld Reekie Some of the local businesses mentioned: @leighelizabethstudio @honeycombandcocafe @misskatiecupcake @hulajuicebar Book of the Week: And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie....
Jul 02, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Kirsty discusses what she does to remain positive and ways we can all prioritise our mental wellbeing, with a slight focus on recent times. New Episodes every Thursday 6pm BST. Please subscribe, follow and review the show, and don't forget to follow @fancyablether on Instagram. Poem of the Week: 'Yell Sound' by Jackie Kay Instagram Video Mentioned: Mary Mandfield's Dear White People What I've Been Engaging With: 13th, Pose and Disclosure (can all be found on Netflix) Charity of the Week: Scottis...
Jun 25, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 3
A candid conversation about Anti-Racism and White Privilege with Naomi Howell. New Episodes every Thursday 6pm BST. Don't forget to follow @fancyablether on Instagram. Naomi's handles Instagram and Tik Tok: @majestic_mayhem Youtube: Majestic Mayhem Poet of the week: Natysha Charity of the week: The Black Curriculum BBC Iplayer Show mentioned: Black and Scottish Books Mentioned: No Problem Here: Understanding Racism in Scotland , The End Of Policing by Alex S. Vitale Some Black-owned bookshops: N...
Jun 18, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome! This is the first episode of this podcast, so it is really just an introduction to your host (Kirsty Taylor) and the show itself. New Episodes will go live at 6:00pm BST every Thursday. Stay up to date with the podcast on Instagram @fancyablether Links mentioned in the show Poetry Website: https://www.observeabsorbwrite.com/ Poetry Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/observeabsorbwrite/
Jun 18, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Fancy A Blether? is a lifestyle podcast that focus on the World's solutions, rather than its problem. Join 23 year old Kirsty Taylor as she tries to navigate her way through this ever-changing world; and maintain her glass half full attitude whilst doing so. Instagram: @fancyablether Website: www.fancyablether.com
Jun 12, 2020•25 sec
