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Join us for a cosy chat with writers, artists, musicians and much more. We'll also be getting to know different members of the library team and hearing about what they love to read, watch and listen to.
Update frequency:
bimonthly
Average audio length:
41 minutes
English
United States
19 episodes
since Jan. 28, 2021
episodic
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In this episode we had a chat with wonderful author, poet and performer Paul Cookson.
We talked to Paul about transitioning from full time teacher to full time poet, the unexpected success of his massive lockdown inspired poetry project, and a second career of sorts in music featuring surprise c…
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In this episode we had a chat with Keith from local band the Quicksilver Kings.
We talked to Keith about the ins and outs of the songwriting process, the crossover between music and poetry plus the music scene in Hull and what makes the city so special.
In this episode we had a chat with author and poet June Wentland who despite not being based in the city anymore is still a proud Hull girl through and through as you’ll hear.
We talked to June about making the transition from poetry to novels, her first book ‘Foolish Heroines’ and the influence…
In this episode we had a chat with prolific children's author Steve Skidmore. We talked to Steve about the importance of getting kids into reading and entertaining them in the process, being part of a literary double act, diversity in fiction and storytelling with an interactive twist.
In this episode we had a chat with storyteller and author Cat Weathrill. We talked to Cat about her connections to Hull, trying and failing at acting before discovering the tremendous captivating power of storytelling, learning to ride a motorbike and the importance of trying new things.
In this episode we had a chat with local illustrator and artist Eleanor Tomlinson. You may be aware of Eleanor through her drawing of the Queen and Paddington bear which went viral during the Jubilee celebrations this summer.
We talked to Eleanor about getting started in art, her passion for natur…
In this episode we had a conversation with Robert Pearce AKA ‘Mama G’ who is a wonderful year round pantomime dame entertaining families up and down the country with storytelling sessions about being who you want and loving who you are.
We talked to Robert about the origins of Mama G, always wanti…
In this episode we had a chat with local crime writer Nick Quantrill - be sure to check out his website - nickquantrill.co.uk - or follow him on twitter for more info about his books and news on latest releases.
We talked to Nick about setting novels in your home city, going from short stories to …
In this episode we chatted to shadow puppet master Drew Colby about teaching Hollywood royalty the tricks of the trade, travelling the world, and the joys of a minimalist performance. Plus we talk to our colleague Becky about favourite books and films with a focus on the escapism offered by the cre…
In this episode we had a conversation with local writer and musician Russ Litten about all sorts of fascinating bits and bobs, including becoming a writer via being a lyricist in a band, stumbling into working on a Hollywood blockbuster (and why that’s not all it’s cracked up to be), inspiring pris…
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