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27 January 2020
Brexit and You: the likely costs of leaving
Out of some mix of morbid curiosity and twisted sense of duty, I have forced myself to wade through horrendous political jargon to find things to translate into human-speak.
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27 January 2020
4 Ways to Detect Media Bias and Step Out of the Partisan Bubble
Our overall trust in the media has hit an all-time low, worries about accuracy and bias increase our mistrust while the sheer volume of content can be debilitating when searching for differing yet credible opinions.
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27 January 2020
Exploring masculinity - one shirt at a time.
My recent ‘spotlight’ #twinterviews are with the “brilliant” #untitled10 exhibiting at The Bowes Museum. Richard Bliss is a socially engaged, artist tailor, exploring masculinity 'one shirt at a time' and then he found Mr. Scott...
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27 January 2020
Five common challenges with being a freelancer or small business and how to overcome them
Starting up as a freelancer or small business is an exciting times, but there are a number of issues you might run into. We've pulled out five of the most common, and have hints on how to overcome them.
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26 January 2020
Drag artists #takeover museum seeking everyone's story - not one HIStory.
My recent ‘spotlight’ #twinterviews are with the “brilliant” #untitled10 currently exhibiting at The Bowes Museum. Lady Kitt is an award winning Drag King and maker described as an "International superstar of feminism" and as "Outstanding."
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25 January 2020
Women in Rock Music - my arts issue!
My Gold Arts Issue is all about the problems surrounding women (or the lack of) in rock music! Feedback would be hugely appreciated, whether it be an opposing opinion or general comments about the video - thank you :)
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25 January 2020
Can you imagine the hidden museum gems that could be brought back into the spotlight?
My ‘spotlight’ #twinterviews are with the “brilliant” #untitled10 currently exhibiting at The Bowes Museum. Kate Ive is an award-winning artist who sculpts and carves by hand on monumental and minute scales with an incredible eye for detail.
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24 January 2020
The Anti Diet Riot Festival
Out of the fiery ashes of our societies outdated diet culture obsession, The Anti Diet Riot festival was born.
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24 January 2020
A story of botany, brutality and one woman's survival.
My #twinterviews are with the “brilliant” #untitled10 artists exhibiting at The Bowes Museum. Photographic artist Jo Howell spotlights the Countess of Strathmore as a survivor of domestic abuse and as one of the greatest botanists of her time.
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23 January 2020
I'm in New York (again)!
It's been a while my dudes! But I'm back in the studio...
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23 January 2020
Allegra - My LA Diary (Summer 2019)
Rising star Allegra's latest video sees her embark on her LA adventures.
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23 January 2020
Is success about having everything or not wanting anything else?
My recent ‘spotlight’ #twinterviews are with the “brilliant” #untitled10 artists exhibiting at The Bowes Museum. Andrew's woodwork has the precision of ancient techniques producing beautiful contemporary pieces and a personal philosophy.
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22 January 2020
John Carroll Kirby announces debut for Stones Throw and shared new track "Blueberry Beads"
John Carroll Kirby has shared new single "Blueberry Beads", the first track from upcoming album "My Garden" out April 24th on Stones Throw Records.
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22 January 2020
What memory would you give for a beautifully fragile cup?
My ‘spotlight’ #twinterviews are with the “brilliant” #untitled10 artists exhibiting at The Bowes Museum. Ceramicist Judy Dibiase works with the importance of memory and act of remembering. Judy created 200 cups in exchange for memories.
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22 January 2020
You've got mail: The humble cup of tea
A love letter to everyone’s favourite drink, because there’s nothing not to love about tea… right?
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21 January 2020
Are we singing about the natural wealth in our woodlands enough?
My ‘spotlight’ #twinterviews for @thebowescentre are with the “brilliant” #untitled10 exhibiting at The Bowes Museum.Sara Cooper's work is described as "profound draftsmanship," an important voice. We talk about craft and her commission.
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21 January 2020
Don’t be a stranger to politics - why you should visit the Houses of Parliament
The Houses of Parliament is at the centre of political life for MPs, but UK residents can also visit. I decided to take a trip to Westminster and find out why it is vital to exercise our democratic right to visit Parliament.
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20 January 2020
What if your local museum was like a toy theatre?
This transcript is of my spotlight #twinterview with Caroline Collinge of Cabinet of Curiosity Studio. Caroline studied theatre and costume design, she has designed for dance, opera and award-winning films screened at Cannes and Sundance festivals.