The Artful Exchange

About The Artful Exchange

Welcome to The Artful Exchange with your host, The Poetic Designer (Tania Winther) This is the podcast where art, design and poetry intersect. Our focus is on giving a voice to emerging talents, and lesser-known creators, around the globe, who are making waves within their fields. Occasionally with other surprises in between:-) Through interviews, poetry readings and storytelling, we hope to help you, discover a new favorite creative to follow. Join us monthly as we launch a new episode. Sometimes once, and sometimes twice a month. Learn more:https://atelierwinther.no/podcast

Publisher

The Poetic Designer

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

23 Jul 2024

Latest episode

31 Dec 2025

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   31 Dec 2025

   Happy New Year! Thank you for holding space — and for believing

   Dear friends, supporters, listeners, and fellow travellers, I want to take a moment to say thank you, truly, deeply to every one of you who has followed, supported, listened to, shared, or believed in The Artful Exchange. It feels almost incredible to write this. People have told me I must be crazy for starting this podcast. And maybe I was. I started it entirely in my free time, voluntarily, with no funding, no backing and during one of the hardest periods of my life. At that time, I had lost almost all confidence in myself and in my own achievements. One failure after another had worn me down. I shut down. I lost my voice. I felt struck down and, for a while, almost hated, without ever fully understanding why. There was no single clear reason. Just the heavy, brutal feeling of being unwanted, misunderstood, and exposed. The last few years have brought enormous change emotionally, financially, and professionally. My work direction shifted. My sense of self shifted. And in the middle of all of that, this podcast quietly became both my escape and my exposure therapy. It helped me start believing in myself again. It helped me slowly give my voice a voice if that makes sense. Through The Artful Exchange, I got to do what I love most: meet people, listen deeply, and learn from their journeys from their failures as much as their achievements. From their different ways of approaching life, hope, dreams, and career choices. I am endlessly inspired by people who do not give up. And I truly believe that is exactly what this podcast has done for me over the past two years: it gave me hope. It gave me my voice back. And it gave me the quiet confidence to step forward again and to finally stop giving a fuck about what others think. To every single one of my guests: thank you. Your generosity, honesty, time, and conversations have helped me more than you could ever imagine. You didn’t just share your stories you helped rebuild mine. I am carrying all of your voices with me into 2026. And we’ll see how many more wish to join along the way. If not, then I am already profoundly grateful for these two extraordinary years and for the privilege of having walked part of the road with you. I wish you all a blessed, gentle, and magical start to 2026. There is an Italian saying that has stayed with me since I was a young girl. I have actually written down this saying on every piece of assignment I handed in to my teachers and proffessors over the years. “It is better to live one day as a lion than one hundred years as a sheep.” — Benito Mussolini In Italian, it reads: “Meglio vivere un giorno da leone che cent’anni da pecora.” For me, this has never been about power or domination, but about courage. About choosing to live truthfully, even briefly, rather than safely and silently for a lifetime. Please don’t give up on yourselves. Keep going. We are all good. So much of life comes down to timing, to owning your voice, and to stopping the habit of apologising for being who you are. So let’s stop doing that. Welcome 2026 with courage, curiosity, and heart. With gratitude and love, The Poetic Designer The Artful Exchange

2. 

   28 Dec 2025

   The Poet in The Classroom with Marcela Kvello

   In this episode I am speaking with Czech poet and multilingual Marcela Kvello. We talk about writing between languages, carrying one's homeland in words, and what happens to identity when life unfolds far from where it began. Belonging, displacement, and the quiet strength of creating a creative life. This episode is for anyone who has felt from somewhere and elsewhere at the same time. How adapting to a new langauge and a new culture becomes your new identity . Tune in with us today! @marcelakvello both on instagram and facebook

3. 

   27 Jun 2025

   Where Art Wanders: With The Art Trotter

   Alisa, founder of The Art Trotter, discusses making art education accessible and enriching, highlighting how art vividly takes you on a journey in this interview with the host.

4. 

   20 May 2025

   Soundwaves and Stanzas

   Winther & Healey: A Sounded Poem. In this special short episode, I share an original poem, brought to life in collaboration with composer and musician Geoff Healey. A mix of voice and melody, words and atmosphere. This piece is an intimate encounter between poetry and sound, where each note holds space for silence, and each line finds its rhythm. A quiet moment. A breath between worlds. Music: Geoff Healey Words and reading: Tania Winther

5. 

   7 Apr 2025

   Composing a Life - Music and Creativity with Geoff Healey

   Episode II/Season II *This beautiful intro song is a song by Geoff, also including his talented daughter Emily. The song is called 'Wrong' and is so touching. Might we just be seeing a new daughter/father duo in the near future. Here's for hoping! ENJOY! I’m thrilled to welcome an old mate of mine; Geoff Healey, An Australian singer-songwriter and piano entertainer whose career has taken him across 14 countries over the past three decades. With seven albums to his name, including his latest release, Mixed Bag, Geoff's music blends storytelling, emotion, and a touch of humor. Beyond his work as a musician, Geoff is also the creative force behind The WonderLand, a comedy podcast where he shares his witty and insightful take on life. His unique voice, both musically and in conversation, has resonated with audiences worldwide. Join me as I take part into his artistic journey, the stories behind his songs, and the creative process that fuels both his music and his podcast. And not least, his latest project in Tasmania. www.geoffhealey.com Facebook: @healeymusic Instagram: @geoffpianoman Podcast: The Wonderland

6. 

   17 Mar 2025

   Crafting Soundscapes of Emotions and Innovation

   In our first episode for 2025 and second season of The Artful Exchange, I am talking with Katarzyna Maria Wieczorek, also known as Kamawi. She is a Polish-Norwegian composer and sound designer based in Trondheim, Norway. With a strong background in musicology and music technologym from NTNU, Kamawi has established herself as an innovative voice in contemporary music. Kamawi made her debut with the piece Solidarity; at Rockheim in 2020, and since then, she has been involved in numerous interdisciplinary projects that blend music, visual art, and dance. Known for her experimental approach to composition, she often explores alternative methods of connecting data with music, experimenting with timbre and scales, and using field recordings alongside programming. One of her standout projects is Brainfeels; a collective initiative that visualizes different mental states, allowing listeners to experience a deep emotional connection. Kamawi's work often balances between technology and traditional folk music, creating immersive soundscapes where improvisation with synths, vocals, and acoustic instruments play a key role. Katarzyna Maria Wieczorek KAMAWI Composer and Sound Designer http://kamawi.no kamawias@gmail.com @kamawi_

7. 

   21 Dec 2024

   Christmas Bonus 2024!

   Lex Fridman hosts a conversation with Ensemble AI co-founders Alex Reneau & Zach Albertson, discussing how their Feature Enhancement technology is revolutionizing machine learning by empowering data scientists to achieve state-of-the-art results without complex models or PhDs.

8. 

   1 Dec 2024

   From Ambulance to Poetry Pharmacy: Deborah Alma’s Creative Journey.

   Deborah Alma, a pioneering poet and educator, shares her transformative journey from ambulance to poetry pharmacy, making words a remedy for the soul and a force for connection and change.

9. 

   15 Nov 2024

   POETRY READING

   EXTRA EPISODE! POETRY READING BY THE POETIC DESIGNER THE POETRY COLLECTION ‘DIRTY LAUNDRY’ BY DEBORAH ALMA The Emergency Poet, Entrepreneur, Editor, Lecturer OWNER OF THE POETRY PHARMACY

10. 

    1 Nov 2024

    Brushed by Nature: Zoe Grey's Award-Winning Landscape

    Episode 6 is a great talk with the Australian landscape artist, Zoe Grey. She is based in Hobart, Australia. Since Tassie is so close to my heart, it is only natural I bring in talents from OZ too. I became aware of Zoe a few years ago and have been following her ever since. She recently won the, ‘Hadleys Art Prize in Australia, which is a prestigious art prize for Australianlandscape art. Zoe, a young, and very much, new and rising star in the art world, won the prize with her landscape painting, ‘The Shape of Rock’. Come join us as we learn more about her as an artist and her beautiful island filled with inspiration for her incredible works. How she works and future plans. www.zoe-grey.com insta: zoe_makes

11. 

    14 Oct 2024

    Teaser II with poem reading

    Teaser II -from The Artful Exchange with a poem reading by your host, The Poetic Designer. Memories from Oz. Stay tuned and listen to our episodes every month as we interview and talk to artists around the globe! https://atelierwinther.no/podcast

12. 

    1 Oct 2024

    Unveiling the Invisible: Cristiana Giacchetti on Art, Soul and Transformation.

    Our 5 episode is coming out October 1, with the Italian artist, Cristiana Giacchetti. It was a true pleasure to get to know the woman behind the artwork 'Faccio'. It a short period of time, Cristiana has manged to create a name for herself and make art her fulltime livelihood, leaving the corporate world behind for good. Come join us as we listen to her journey. instagram: cg_artesofia Gallery: galeriehelligheit.de

13. 

    16 Sept 2024

    Nordic Inspirations: Scandinavian Art in the French Alps

    Come join in and listen to a great talk with a young and fascinating entrepeneur and gallery owner in Southeastern France. Andreas Fensby is the owner behind Heimdall Gallery in France. He is focusing on introducing modern Scandinavian art to the French, which is a bold move. Andreas has a true passion and commitment to art. In 2023 Andreas Fensby, opened a gallery in the ski resort area of VIllard de Lans in France. Southeast of France. Opening an art gallery can go both ways. But with hard work, passion and dedication, Andreas has managed to double the size of the gallery, Tripled the amount of artists and received numerous amounts of support from locals wishing the gallery to succeed. www.heimdall-gallery.com instagram: heimdall.gallery

14. 

    31 Aug 2024

    The Play of Art: Masquespacio's Colorful Design Story

    Come join and listen to our latest episode with the award winning interior design firm from Valencia, Spain:‘Masquespacio’. What do you consider being a multihyphenate? I think it is fear to say this duo represents this word well. I am so honored to represent these guests for today. This a story about a true power couple. A love story. Yin and yang. Teaching us that all can be done. www.masquespacio.com Insta: masquespacio_ana Insta: masquespacio_chris

15. 

    15 Aug 2024

    From Lens to Life: Speculative Taxidermy with a South African Interdisciplinary Artist

    In this episode I am very excited to introduce a interdisciplinary artist from South Africa. Natalie Field. Come join us as we explore how her career shifted from photo and fashion, into what she is doing today. Natalie has lived and explored the world. Let us listen to her experiences and how taxidermy came to play a crucial role. Learn more about Natalie: https://nataliefield.art/ @nataliefield.art

16. 

    30 Jul 2024

    Patterns Of Norway: Inside the Mind of a Textile Designer

    Our first guest joining us at, 'The Artful Exchange', is Kiki Plesner-Löfroth from Plesner Patterns. She is a Norwegian based textile and surface designer. She recently won the prestigious Red Dot Award for her blanket ‘The Norwegian Heritage’. Come join as we learn more about her process, collabs, international awards and so much more! www.plesnerpatterns.no @plesner_patterns

17. 

    23 Jul 2024

    Teaser

    Teaser for The Artful Exchange

18. 

    23 Jul 2024

    Introduction to The Artful Exchange.

    Welcome to The Artful Exchange. We are so exited to introduce you all to various artist, designers and authors from around the globe. Come join us and unleach the creative side in you!

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Podcast Authority Score: 43 / 100

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