Royal Museums Greenwich
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Podcast Overview
<p>Royal Museums Greenwich comprises the National Maritime Museum, Queen’s House, Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark and the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre. Representing a unique conjunction of science, art and the humanities, the collections present the story of Britain and its relationship with the world through the lenses of the sea, ships, time and the stars. </p><p>This is a series of community-led podcasts that seek to discuss, re-interpret and offer new perspectives on the collection.</p>
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Publishing Since
11/10/2022
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Recent Episodes
March 17, 2026
Seeing Ourselves: Caring for the Archive - Catherine E. McKinley
<p>Sharon records inside the New York storage facilities of writer and curator Catherine E. McKinley, where she cares for a remarkable collection of more than 1,600 historical photographs from across Africa, many taken between the late 19th and mid-20th centuries. The deeply personal archive includes studio portraits, family photographs, vernacular images, and historical prints that trace everyday lives, migrations, and identities.</p><p>Despite a few technical difficulties, the conversation highlights the collection as a space of preservation and remembrance. Sharon and Catherine reflect on how these images hold stories often absent from traditional archives, while McKinley also discusses her work exploring women’s history, identity, and self-representation through photography.</p>
March 17, 2026
Seeing Ourselves: Archives in Dialogue: Art, Diaspora, and Resistance - Nydia A. Swaby
<p>In this episode, Sharon Walters speaks with Black feminist artist-researcher and curator Nydia A. Swaby about historic photograph albums from the Royal Museums Greenwich Caird collections. Recorded at the Brass Foundry in Woolwich, part of Royal Museums Greenwich, which houses extensive photographs and archival material, they share a rich conversation as the first and second practice-based Caird Research Fellows.</p><p>Sharon reflects on following in Nydia’s footsteps and the start of ongoing collaborations. Nydia discusses how the images document Atlantic trade and everyday life, often portraying Black women in labour while also revealing powerful signifiers of resistance and important African narratives. She also shares insights from her book on Amy Ashwood Garvey and her ongoing artistic and research projects. Together, they consider how broader access to archives can expand conversations about African diasporic histories and Black feminist ways of seeing.</p>
March 17, 2026
Seeing Ourselves: An Empowered View of History - Stella Dadzie
<p>Sharon Walters sits down with Stella Dadzie to explore her artistic practice and approach to material that can be emotionally challenging. Stella Dadzie is a founding member of the Organisation of Women of African and Asian Descent and co-author of “The Heart of the Race”, a seminal history of black women in Britain. Her work spans education, advocacy, and artistic practice, often exploring themes of memory, identity, and social justice, making her approach to challenging materials both thoughtful and deeply human.</p><p>The conversation takes us through a selection of images from the collections at Royal Museums Greenwich, offering insight into how Stella navigates potentially triggering content while maintaining care for her own wellbeing. Listeners will gain an intimate understanding of her creative process, her methods for engaging with difficult material, and her ongoing collaboration with Royal Museums Greenwich.</p>
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- What is Royal Museums Greenwich?
<p>Royal Museums Greenwich comprises the National Maritime Museum, Queen’s House, Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark and the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre. Representing a unique conjunction of science, art and the humanities, the collections present the story of Britain and its relationship with the world through the lenses of the sea, ships, time and the stars. </p><p>This is a series of community-led podcasts that seek to discuss, re-interpret and offer new perspectives on the collection.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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