The Braw and The Brave

The Braw and The Brave is a podcast about people and their passions.

N.B. Contains strong language

Episode 184 is in conversation with singer songwriter Jill Jackson. A self confessed ‘shy kid’, she immersed herself in music after being gifted a guitar, gaining the confidence to join a band as a teenager. Signed to a major label in her early twenties, Jill toured the world, gigged alongside some music industry greats and gained a wealth of experience which now informs her decisions as a solo artist. A trip to The Bluebird Cafe in Nashville kickstarted her journey towards writing and performing the music she now feels she always wanted to make and share with the world. Documenting life’s ups and downs and the many adventures she’s had to date, Jill relishes the connection with her audiences with honest storytelling at the heart of her music.

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Website

https://jilljacksonofficial.com/home

Instagram

https://instagram.com/jilljacksonofficial?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Twitter

https://twitter.com/justjilljackson?s=21&t=pUf6PSbpc6SkmFVdRBQpyA

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Episode 183 is in conversation with Scottish actor and writer Louise McCarthy. Starting out in Mamma Mia on the West End following her studies, Louise has gone on to curate a highly successful and varied career in theatre, TV and film. With innate talent and an insatiable appetite for her craft, she has not only pursued opportunities to play interesting characters but has created her own work in the form of the hugely popular stage show The DOLLS with Gayle Telfer Stevens.

From Bard in the Botanics to National Theatre of Scotland’s new musical Orphans and BBC Scotland’s Scot Squad to starring in the film Wild Rose, Louise is a seasoned professional whose passion and creativity drives a need to keep learning and challenging herself. Radiating positivity she is a grafter who loves what she does and does what she loves.

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Contact with Louise

on Instagram

https://instagram.com/louisemccarthy1?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

on Twitter

https://twitter.com/louise5131?s=21&t=ikp1Dbi5Zm1DbSPVURcFJA

The DOLLS

on Facebook

https://m.facebook.com/wearethedolls/

on Instagram

https://instagram.com/wearethedolls?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

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Episode 182 is in conversation with Ica Headlam creator and host of the Creative Me Podcast and founder of We Are Here Scotland. Originally from London, now living in Aberdeen, Ica is passionate about connecting with and showcasing other creatives based in and around the North East of Scotland and so started his podcasting journey a few years ago, with 113 episodes recorded to date with an array of talented and interesting guests. In addition to his role as a social worker, he heads up his community interest company, We Are Here Scotland which aims to amplifying the voices of Black and People of Colour artists from across Scotland. With their Creators Fund live until 31st May 2022 and their Rise Up Festival in connection with Aberdeen Performing Arts taking place 13-14th May 2022, we chatted all things creativity and connection, as Ica offered great insight into what has shaped and still inspires him to continue to champion others, as well as challenge the barriers and inequalities faced by BPoC artists and creatives.

Links

We Are Here Scotland

https://www.weareherescotland.com/

Rise Up Festival

https://www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/rise-up/

Creators Fund

https://www.weareherescotland.com/creators-fund

Creative Me podcast on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/show/5W2COHJdCHxQLeLLz8L6d9?si=9EeyzeC6SJiRbGB2fxvkzQ

Socials

https://instagram.com/weareherescot?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

https://instagram.com/creativemepodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

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Episode 181 is in conversation with Glasgow based photographer Tommy Ga-Ken Wan who at the age of 12 received his first camera from his parents and started to discover a real passion for documenting life through a lens. Studying English and treading the boards whilst at Glasgow University, with his love for storytelling and the arts, Tommy now primarily works in theatre and film. With an incredibly successful career to date, Tommy has photographed productions and events globally as well as capturing portraits of many well-known individuals. A master of his craft, his incredible photography captures the joy in everyday life, as well as the beauty and drama of the performing arts world. An avid cook and keen climber, Tommy’s infectious energy and zest for life coupled with his inquisitiveness and innate talent renders him both braw and brave indeed.

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Connect with Tommy

http://www.tommygakenwan.com

https://instagram.com/tgkwan?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

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Episode 180 is in conversation with actor and celebrant Chris Alexander. Taken to drama classes as a youngster to boost his confidence, Chris soon discovered the gift of ‘giving human motion to people’ and fell in love with the stage. Performing all over the world from China to New York, Amsterdam to Venezuela, working with the likes of Scottish Opera, Dundee Rep and Mischief La Bas, Chris is hugely passionate about his craft and thrives on connecting with others through storytelling. With over 20 years industry experience, working across tv, film and theatre, more recently Chris studied to become a celebrant, transferring many of his skills as an actor over to helping others celebrate marriages and the lives of loved ones. A keen traveller and seasoned climber, Chris is an adventure-seeking, fun-loving human whose energy is infectious and his spirit both braw and brave!

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Connect with Chris

https://instagram.com/caminochris.humanistcelebrant?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

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Episode 179 is in conversation with jeweller Christina Rose Leon. Combining her innate creativity with incredible craftsmanship and attention to detail, Christina discovered her passion for jewellery making by accident. A keen photographer and performer, attending evening classes whilst temping in an office, she found herself in a jewellery workshop and well, the rest is history. Returning to her studies to complete a degree in computer aided design, Christina is committed to producing bespoke pieces of jewellery of the highest quality. Working closely with clients, every piece is thoughtfully created with the recipient at the heart of it. A real life Alex from Flashdance, one minute you’ll find Christina operating a blowtorch and the next she’ll be busting out a dance routine or starring in a tv drama. Currently training for a strong woman competition, she is someone who channels her energy in to her passions and does everything with heart and soul!

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N.B. The episode references Borderline Personality Disorder. See Borderline Support Uk for information and support

http://borderlinesupport.org.uk

Links

https://www.christinaroseleon.com/

https://instagram.com/christinaroseleonjewellery?utm_medium=copy_link

https://www.facebook.com/christinaroseleonjewellery/

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N.B. This episode references endometriosis. See below for some helpful links.

Episode 178 is in conversation with radio DJ and broadcaster Katy J. With a natural talent for communication, combined with her love for performing, Katy opted to pursue a career in journalism, studying for a degree and completing a number of internships before securing her role as Capital Scotland’s Drivetime host in 2020! From interviewing the First Minister to DJing on stage at OVO Hydro, Katy embraces opportunities and thrives on the connecting with her audiences. Being diagnosed with endometriosis and facing many challenges health-wise over the last few years, Katy continues to channel her energy into raising awareness of the condition. From her podcast OvaryActing to her Endometriosis UK ambassadorship, she is committed to sharing her experiences, offering support to others who are dealing with it. As host of Young Scots podcast, Katy relishes the opportunity to highlight important issues and to amplify young people’s voices!

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LINKS

Katy’s Instagram

https://instagram.com/katyjjo?utm_medium=copy_link

Listen to Katy’s show on weekdays between 4-7pm here:

https://www.capitalfm.com/glasgow/radio/shows-presenters/katy-j/

Endometriosis UK

https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/

Endo Silence Scot

https://instagram.com/endosilencescot?utm_medium=copy_link

Katy’s podcast OvaryActing

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ovaryacting/id1556897498

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N.B. This episode references mental health issues. Please see below for support links.

Episode 177 is in conversation with Gerard McKenzie-Govan, founder of The Blankfaces- the UK's first fashion label committed to ending homelessness. Inspired by his mother’s compassion for helping others, motivated by his children, volunteering at a homeless shelter in Glasgow sparked an idea to utilise his experience in fashion retail to both tackle the issue and raise awareness. With every design inspired or created by someone experiencing homeslessness, a percentage of each product sold is given back to the person who shared their story. Teaming up with colleges, universities and charities, The Blankfaces aims to amplify the voices of those who are homeless, whilst challenging the issues, stigmas and misconceptions surrounding what it means to have no fixed abode.

With two stores in Glasgow and a variety of ongoing collaborations and projects, Gerard’s passion and dedication to the cause is both hugely inspiring and exemplary. Creating a community and transforming ideas in to real action, The Blankfaces is a force for good that is making a real difference in the world!

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Website

https://www.blankfaces.co.uk/

Socials

https://instagram.com/the_blankfaces?utm_medium=copy_link

https://m.facebook.com/TheBlankfacesCIC/

https://twitter.com/the_blankfaces?s=21

Mental Health support

https://www.brothersinarmsscotland.co.uk/

https://www.samaritans.org/?nation=scotland

https://breathingspace.scot

https://www.samh.org.uk

NHS mental health links

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/mental-health-helplines/

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N.B. This episode contains strong language

Episode 176 is in conversation with Scottish actor Gary Lamont. Following his studies at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (formerly RSAMD), Gary joined the cast of Scottish soap River City as hairdresser Robbie Fraser. 8 years in the role, he made the decision to pursue other opportunities and to date has starred in the likes of Outlander, The North Water and mostly recently, BAFTA nominated, Boiling Point. Gary’s passion for his craft, combined with his talent and hard work ethic have fuelled an incredibly varied career, which includes solo shows at the Edinburgh Fringe. Working in a serious industry, often fraught with uncertainty, Gary’s superpower is his impressive wit and ability to find the funny in life often sharing his hilarious antics on his Instagram page. In this episode, Gary recounts the journey thus far, sharing stories of the people and the productions that have shaped and inspired him.

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Follow Gary on Instagram

https://instagram.com/thatgarylamont?utm_medium=copy_link

For enquires contact David Lazenby at Vivienne Clore.

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N.B. In the episode we discuss cancer and mental health. See helpful links below.

Episode 175 is in conversation with Scottish Soprano Monica McGhee. Dedicated to her craft from a young age, following her studies at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, she went on to graduate from the Royal College of Music with a Distinction in the Masters in Vocal Performance programme. From Scottish Opera to English National Opera, Royal Opera House to The Royal Albert Hall, Monica has carved out a highly successful career, performing in a number of leading roles, touring the world with productions such as Don Giovanni, Les Pêcheurs des Perles, La Bohème. and Hansel and Gretel.

Monica was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in

2017. In this episode she recounts her journey from diagnosis to recovery and her unrelenting determination to keep pursuing her career goals. She shares her story to support others going through similar trauma and hopes her openness and honesty will, in particular, break down barriers and normalise talking about health within the arts.

Most recently, Monica was accepted as the Soprano Young Artist at The National Opera Studio for 2020/2021 and this Spring she returns to Scottish Opera for their Opera Highlights Spring Tour.

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Website

https://monicamcghee.co.uk

Social

https://instagram.com/monica_mcghee?utm_medium=copy_link

See Monica on tour

https://www.scottishopera.org.uk/shows/opera-highlights-spring-2022/

Cancer support

https://www.macmillan.org.uk

https://www.cancerresearchuk.org

Mental health support

https://www.samaritans.org/?nation=scotland

https://breathingspace.scot

https://www.samh.org.uk

NHS mental health links

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/mental-health-helplines/

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