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by Helen Sheppard

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Helen fell into writing whilst climbing out of burnout. She worked as a midwife and writes about life, family, health, loss and those whose voices are often unheard. Come and listen to inspiring writers, performers and spoken word artists share their 'take' on Poetry and Health. Expect lively discussions and masterclasses including comedy and trauma, creativity in cancer, writing our grief, addictions, mental health and smiles. Co-runs Satellite of Love Spoken Word Events. Poetry collection - Fontanelle - Burning Eye Books 2021 Interview and editing Helen Sheppard | Write Out Loud

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November 15, 2021

'Not The Same Poet, Always An Artist' - Exhibition with Artist Hazel Hammond

In this episode Helen chats with Hazel Hammond about being 'Not the Same Poet, Always An Artist' exhibition  Hazel Hammond has been a poet and an artist for over 40 years. In 2018 she had a stroke and now lives with Aphasia, a condition shared by over 350,000 people in the UK and affecting their ability to speak, write and read. Join artist Hazel Hammond as she shares the creativity that became an important part of her regaining her speech and wellbeing following a stroke in 2018. In the associated exhibition <a href="https://arnolfini.org.uk/whatson/not-the-same-poet/">Not the Same Poet, Always an Artist </a> Hazel depicts her journey through drawing, watercolour and knitted hats, which are often macabre, witty and anatomical. In this workshop Hazel will share short films made in collaboration with BiggerHouse Film and Liz Clarke & Company, and creative exercises inspired by the process. Suitable for adults living with stroke, their families and carers, and anyone interested in the power of arts in recovery. Learning to use words again is tricky for a poet! This project explores the effects of Aphasia on Hazel’s work as she rediscovers her artistic practice through drawings, film making and other artforms. Drawing and artistic expression have been vital to her recovery. This work tells Hazel’s story visually and she hopes it will support other people living with Aphasia and their families, raising  awareness of the vital role that arts can play in recovery. Not the Same Poet, But Always an Artist consists of exhibitions of drawings and photographs at partner venues: Arnolfini and Southmead Hospital, workshops for people living with Aphasia, their families and the medical staff involved in their care, as well as public film screenings and exhibitions. Southmead Hospital, Bristol: 7 September to 18 December 2021 Usually the hospital is open between 8am and 8pm.  However, visitor numbers are limited by Covid guidelines within the hospital (which may be different to national guidelines) so please check with <a href="https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/patients-carers/visitors/visiting-times">https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/patients-carers/visitors/visiting-times</a> before setting out.  Please note that ALL visitors must observe hand washing, mask wearing and social distancing rules in order to keep themselves, Southmead staff and patients safe. Arnolfini, Bristol: 1 to 31 October 2021 Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11am to 6pm each week. Entry is free. Not the Same Poet, But Always an Artist film screenings will take place in the Dark Studio at Arnolfini throughout the day during the weekend of Friday 29 to Sunday 31 October. Again, admission is free. https://arnolfini.org.uk/whatson/not-the-same-poet/ https://professorofwhimsy.com/tag/hazel-hammond/ <h3>Podcast Interview and Editing by Helen Sheppard - <a href="https://www.writeoutloud.net/profiles/helensheppard">Helen Sheppard | Write Out Loud</a></h3>

August 2, 2021

Writing in collaboration - with poet, creative coach and founder of Poetry Machine - Beth Calverley

In this episode Helen talks with Beth Calverley - Poetry Machine. exploring collaboration poetry in places of work including: learning, care and play, helping to express what matters.   Bio:  Beth Calverley is a poet, creative coach and founder of The Poetry Machine. Her poetry lives and breathes, holding your hand through crisp emotional landscapes. Beth co-creates poems with people via her supportive practice, The Poetry Machine. She collaborates with places of work, learning, care and play, helping people to express what matters to them most. She collaborates with places of work, learning, care and play, helping people to express their thoughts and feelings. One of Rife Magazine’s 2018 influential young people in Bristol, Beth was a Roundhouse Slam Finalist 2018 and a Bristol Life Awards Arts Finalist 2020. She is Poet in Residence at UH Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust and was published in These Are The Hands, the NHS anthology endorsed by Stephen Fry and Michael Rosen. Beth has performed at iconic venues such as Birmingham Hippodrome, Bristol Old Vic and London Roundhouse. She has worked with the BBC, Sky, Oh Magazine and The Prince’s Trust, among many other brilliant local and national organisations. Beth is also part of House of Figs, a music and poetry duo, and co-produces <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MilkPoetry" target="_blank">Milk Poetry,</a> a nurturing platform for spoken word. She is Poet in Residence at University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS FT and was published in These Are The Hands, the NHS anthology. She was the Lyra Bristol Poetry Festival Poet 2021 and a 2020 Bristol Life Awards Arts Finalist. Beth has worked with BBC, ITV, Sky and many more. Her collection, Brave Faces & Other Smiles, launched in 2020 with Verve Poetry Press. Social Media: www.ThePoetryMachine.live Instagram: Poetry Machine Twitter: @BethCalverley Facebook: ThePoetryMachineUK Episode photo - Chris Vox  Podcast Interview and editing - <a href="https://www.writeoutloud.net/profiles/helensheppard">Helen Sheppard | Write Out Loud</a>

July 26, 2021

Producing poetry. Creative Mental Health - 'Sadness & Joy in the Cracks of Life', with poet, performer and producer T.S. Idiot

In this episode Helen talks with T.S. Idiot. Exploring creative poetry production and our writing through journeys in mental health. Recorded outdoors with background sounds of the city.   'Sadness and joys are congealed in the cracks of life' - T.S. Idiot Tom Stockley (AKA T.S. IDIOT) is a queer artist, writer, performer and producer, working across the South West. Informed by a century of counter-culture, their practice flirts with the humour, beauty and sadness of every day life by any means necessary. After graduating from a Fine Art BA in 2016, they have expanded their practice to include collage, photography, short films, theatre and live performance, often created collaboratively with other artists and in community settings. They are interested in our human experience, collectively and as individuals, creating conversations around identity, culture, mental health and the places we call home. They are also a qualified youth worker and have been working in youth and community roles since 2011, and believe in the value of all people who feel othered and abandoned. They are an alumni of several UK Young Artists residency programmes and a Cultural Secretary for Tate St Ives, as well as writing for BBC Arts and performing across the UK at nights hosted by the likes of Apples & Snakes and Raise The Bar. Their poetry zine <a href="https://tsidiot.bigcartel.com/product/spit-margarine-poetry-zine" target="_blank">SPIT & MARGARINE</a> was self-published in 2020, and their short story <a href="https://tomstockley.weebly.com/lipstick-traces.html" target="_blank">Lipstick Traces</a> is due to be published by Bitchin' Kitsch. Through 2021, they have been producing poems and images for their<a href="https://tomstockley.weebly.com/pandemicpoems.html" target="_blank"> #pandemicpoems</a> collaborative project, <a href="https://tomstockley.weebly.com/lipstick-traces.html" target="_blank">w</a><a href="https://tomstockley.weebly.com/lipstick-traces.html" target="_blank">riting stories</a> and <a href="https://vimeo.com/504186070" target="_blank">short films</a>, <a href="https://tomstockley.weebly.com/salt-in-the-wounds-when-i-consider-how-my-light-is-spent.html" target="_blank">developing live performances</a> and making <a href="https://tomstockley.weebly.com/bury-me-in-bs3.html" target="_blank">DIY theatre</a> for communities and young people. They are also the host of <a href="https://www.mixcloud.com/tomstockley1/playlists/idiot-talk/" target="_blank">IDIOT TALK</a>, a monthly show on <a href="https://www.1020.live/" target="_blank">1020 Radio</a>. Social Media: Website - <a href="https://tomstockley.weebly.com/" target="_blank">https://tomstockley.weebly.com/</a> Instagram/Twitter: @tstheidiot Facebook: /tstheidiot Interview and editing by <a href="https://www.writeoutloud.net/profiles/helensheppard">Helen Sheppard | Write Out Loud</a>

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What is Health Beat Poets?: Helen fell into writing whilst climbing out of burnout. She worked as a midwife and writes about life, family, health, loss and those whose voices are often unheard. Come and listen to inspiring writers, performers and spoken word artists share their 'take' on Poetry and Health. Expect lively discussions and masterclasses including comedy and trauma, creativity in cancer, writing our grief, addictions, mental health and smiles. Co-runs Satellite of Love Spoken Word Events. Poetry collection - Fontanelle - Burning Eye Books 2021

Interview and editing Helen Sheppard | Write Out Loud
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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