Amelia Donkor and I had a potent conversation about the healing potential of story, imperfectly embodying our values, and finding liberation by being in process. Talking with Amelia was such a joy. We meandered through the multifaceted ways that storytelling shapes our lives and the world we live in, including self expression, unlearning stories that were never yours, and the vulnerability of using your voice.

 

ABOUT AMELIA

Amelia is an actor, writer and facilitator blending creative arts and community building.

She trained at LAMDA and has worked across theatre & television, as well as leading corporate training, voice workshops and women's circles.

Amelia is passionate about storytelling and discovering new ways to play and liberate. She's currently studying for an MA in gender, culture and media at Goldsmiths and is on an enlightening journey of decolonising the heart, body and mind.

Find more of her work:

Duende at Wilton's Music Hall

The F Less Travelled

ameliadonkor.com

@ameliadonkor

 

MENTIONED

Judith Butler - We Need to Rethink the Category of Woman

 

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This episode is edited by the magical Joeli Kelly, with eternal thanks and praises.