The Doncaster Connection

I met up with Nathan to talk about his great work delivering creative social events through Theatre Squad, Dice and his amazing travels around the world.Theatre Squad UKInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theatresquadukFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theatresquadukWebsite: https://www.theatresquad.clubCentre Stage Theatre CampFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/centrestagetheatrecampWebsite: https://www.centrestagetheatrecamp.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/centrestagetc?igsh=MXF6YzV5cDBveTQxMQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrCENTRE STAGE 2024 CAMP MEMORIES:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W62iZ33S02sDice EnterpriseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/diceenterpriseFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/diceenterprisWebsite: https://www.diceenterprise.co.ukThe short showcase I made with Nathan:https://youtu.be/6OEEIRqtM88Don’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met with Rumbi for the first time and we had a great conversation about her music, performing with other musicians, coming over from Zimbabwe and loving her home in Doncaster, but now living in Manchester and making her mark in the music scene.You can follow her on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rumbitauro/And check out her linktree:https://linktr.ee/rumbitauroHere’s a clip from Woman In The Yard:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QeL73oGMjHUDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We met up and talked about all things Burlesque and her upcoming event Highway to Hull, but not before delving into her work as a nurse and her struggles with her disability and mental health.You can follow her on Instergram:https://www.instagram.com/theboobytrapburlesque?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Her stage show Boobytrap:https://www.the-boobytrap.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaag0VV4wTzj5cFPEMir2QzSFjwAUsQJ-7ud7N23tacGxf-G0rDIDK8u1oY_aem_-PDUVyj8jDeBUVDJMEm7_gHighway to Hull:https://www.highwaytohullburlesqueweekender.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYu0cssWXgxruxEBgtmlVpk1zYsegb1ZsqF_lI6R082t_k38LybJDw5gEM_aem_1ry71gYgiktXqP0Re_z6qQTrailer to Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CiTllYeJc48Trailer to Sakamoto Days:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9TbmxbckSjEDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We jumped onto the mic at Rebecca’s flat where we talked about her massively successful Pub Painting, working on cruise ships and planning a new adventure in designing a painting retreat in Majorca.You can follow her on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/pubpaintinguk?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==You can find out more information on her website here:https://www.pubpainting.co.uk Here is the video I made about her:https://youtu.be/h9WVpGqxjS0Here the trailer for Triangle of Sadness:https://youtu.be/VDvfFIZQIuQ?si=KI8enxMgrKYVnK5oMan Like Mobean clip (Also it has always been on BBC3, so yeah, that’s good:https://youtu.be/MNL7u5LMim0?si=oYQACb9pGzDGtpXHDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I had a great chat with David where we talked about his family, the state of tourism in Minorca, his goals as a creative and what would enable him to work and remain in Doncaster. You can find out more about David’s work from his website: https://www.davidsanchez.co.ukInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/david8photography?igsh=MWE5d3JkY2wya2VoaQ==Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1BSKCL8MbA/?mibextid=wwXIfrHere’s the trailer to the short film I made about David:https://youtu.be/SPHhMbsLzMA?si=RPZ7bgiNyTMsE_7IHere’s a link to the trailer for Mo:https://youtu.be/dtohea4CFbE?si=uJ4FpebKo8OqHYQxThere is now a Doncaster Coffee Guide! From Visit Doncaster (I wonder if they listened to this episode!)https://www.visitdoncaster.com/admin/resources/0824-coffee-trail-dl-v8-web.pdf?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwKnZhtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHpBzR5r4RtCdvY8V0X-PvZuevaQ4T6JMtBMojFJYF0UV_6j1_tkLZa2HmRRz_aem_79dIESwwHHR-_9Q0L0gcPgDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met up with Rachel at DGLAM where Imogen’s art will be exhibited from 25th January through to 19th April 2025.  As Imogen is non verbal Rachel helped me understand what Imogen’s art is all about and why it was so important to help people see her work and advocate for Immogen and artists like her.Rachal also talked about curation, her new venture into employment in Manchester and how working with Imogen has been so important to her.There will be a number of workshops open to the public at DGLAM over the next few months:Saturday 8th February 1-3pm - Screen Printing and Visual Merchandising with Chris Perkins from Creative Push.Saturday 22nd February 1-3pm - Working with textiles and mixed media with Jacqueline Irwin.Saturday 1st March 1-3pm - Collaborative work on canvas with Chinwe Russell.Saturday 22nd March 11am-3pm - Creative wellbeing through traditional crafts and storytelling with Suzanne Wass.You can keep up to date on Imogen’s life and work via Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/imogensworld_/You can follow Rachel Horne on Instagram here:https://www.instagram.com/artistrachelhorne/Don’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I had a chat with Craig whilst Chrstmas was in full swing and we talked about his ideas and process when he writes his novels.  We also covered his struggle with mental health and how he completed a book to express his experience and hopes it can help others too.You can find out about Craig via linktree:Linktr.ee/craighallamauthorHere’s the opening titles to Inside Job (Available on Netflix)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=av5rNtEVdC0Arcane trailer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXmAurh012sDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met up with David and Lewis to round up the year as they celebrate getting their funding for their (at least) two year project. We talk about reflections on 2024 and how we are looking forward to hitting 2025 strong.You can follow them both on Instagram:GSD: https://www.instagram.com/gsdhub?igsh=eXo0a3c3cG43cTY1DN0 : https://www.instagram.com/dn0donny?igsh=d2FlcXI3d2Q4OGM4David : https://www.instagram.com/gsdjunior_?igsh=MWVxNTZ6eGRlYWl1MQ==Lewis : https://www.instagram.com/balbylocal?igsh=dnozMzI1bG50bWQxThanks everyone for supporting this crazy podcast idea I had and listening over 2024, I’ve got so many great interviews and insights to come!Don’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met up with writer/performer Billy at Cast where he also works in marketing. We talked about his love of writing and editing, his amazing work on his micro short film that he wrote, life taking over and his creative career taking a pause, but how he’s keen to create work and express his talents.You can find Billy on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/cottonwealth/Here is a link to the Film Hub North, BFI Climate Comedy Shorts written by Doncaster writers:https://filmhubnorth.org.uk/filmmaker/climate-comedy-shortsTrailer to Scavengers Reign Season 1:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWQH8cMpWTU[I also didn’t realise season 2 is on its way!]Don’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get the podcast from your platform of choice or listen directly from my website: www.madaanmedia.net/podcast Don’t forget to subscribe and share this episode!I met up with Nicola the Community Engagement Manager at Cast where we talked about her amazing work in creating access for the wider community of Doncaster for the theatre.You can find out more about Cast here:https://www.castindoncaster.com/The We Begin Again musical:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTb7Q9c6IgY&t=333sCommunity groups she has worked with:B:friend: https://letsbfriend.org.uk/Changing Lives: https://www.changing-lives.org.uk/find-support/doncaster-community-hubPeople Focus Group: https://peoplefocused.org.uk/The Conversation Club: https://www.doncasterconversationclub.com/The Launchpad Collective:https://thelaunchpadcollective.org/Theatres of Sanctuary: https://arts.cityofsanctuary.org/awards/theatres-of-sanctuaryStories to Get Us Through Podcast:https://publicactsdoncaster.com/stories-to-get-us-throughPublic Acts:The Magic of Wild Heather: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTm25ea6bpwThe Odyssey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eX4PYq_C6oTrailer for, INT. CHINATOWN:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndzygetBHV0Don’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met up with Andi at her home in Cantley and discussed her career, developing the successful Walks Around Britain, her impressive book series and now also a dramatic podcast series The Walker Mysteries, ADHD and her recent transition.You can find all the information about Andi’s work on her website:http://www.andrew-white.co.uk/Search for The Walker Mysteries on any podcast platform to listen to the series.Here a trailer to The Old Man:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDu1Q9r6HDoDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met with Carol at her home (along with her dog Dotty!) where we had an insightful conversation about her new book featuring her poetry and art that acknowledges the turbulent times in her life and her path out of that.You can find out more from her website:https://www.carolelizabethmarshall.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/carolelizabethmarshall/Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/carol-elizabeth-marshall-a2b43943/Her Doncaster TedX Talk:https://youtu.be/95zIzNyBUik?si=aholj5jw2Kel01M6Her Interview with Beth Jordan:https://youtu.be/GFR3knnzpko?si=4WkFHO8Igq-G0nDzDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met up with filmmaker Ben as he was passing through Doncaster.  We talked a lot about his work, where he’s looking to go in his career, growing up in Doncaster and being confident in his talent.You can follow Ben as Blue Bordem on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/blue.boredom/You can see his work via his website:http://blueboredom.com This is the trailer for The Platform:https://youtu.be/RlfooqeZcdY?si=fMWrEwvahSQ9GawLThis is the trailer for Exterminating Angel:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9r70KNoEFLcThis is a trailer to The Queen's Gambit:https://youtu.be/4DeZ80d_Gcg?si=0Eg18qJCdC2fIW-yDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met with photographer Ioana at her house in Bentley where we talked about her work, discovering her voice at University and her future plans.You can follow her in Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/e.wah.na/You can find out more from her website:https://ioana-sandu.format.comIf you need support dealing with a traumatic event start with this advice from the NHS:https://www.england.nhs.uk/london/our-work/mental-health-support/help-and-support/#:~:text=Those%20who%20are%20struggling%20to,traumatic%20stress%20disorder%20(NHS%20website)Here’s a trailer for Society of the Snow now on Netflix (maybe watch this after you’ve come back from your holiday!) : https://youtu.be/pDak4qLyF4Q?si=xyUzm_Zz4LV-UsUyDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met up with Lewis at his house where we talked about the struggles of establishing a music scene in Doncaster, working with young people and growing up with parents who instilled a lot of integrity in him.You can hear the latest single from Lewis and David here:https://kycker.ffm.to/undercoverlover You can find out more in Instagram:GSD - https://www.instagram.com/stories/gsdhub/Lewis- https://www.instagram.com/stories/balbylocal/TedX Doncaster - https://www.instagram.com/tedxdoncaster/Don’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met with Rasha at DGLAM to chat with her about her life as a photographer and the stage she is at in her career, the struggles she has recently faced being isolated from being her true self and much more about mental health, politics and existence itself!You can find out more about Rasha from her Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rashakotaicheHer website:https://www.rashakotaiche.com/Here is the film we made together Reflections In Colour:https://youtu.be/ae9zXopgng0Don’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met up with Chris at C-View where we had a chat about his start in the screen printing industry and his work and ethos around passing this on to the next generation.You can find Chris at his new website : https://www.creativepush.co.uk/Heres the music I’ve been listening to that i mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqirqhOuQ7Q&list=OLAK5uy_niPYBToJNIx7Of8tD2CYja4-LiOwfYSlQDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I had a great chat with Kellie at Cast where we talked about her career, life as a freelance actor and the need for more access to training for actors.You can find Kellie on her Spotlight profile here: https://www.spotlight.com/profile/7332-8974-9845On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellieflatley_?igsh=cndycG56aWswa3R0&utm_source=qrHere is a link to The Writing Shed: https://www.instagram.com/writingshed?igsh=bTIxODViOHBvN3dxDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I caught up with Rebecca at DGLAM where we talked about her art, mental health, giving yourself the permission to stop and sometimes ‘fail’.You can find out more about Rebecca from her website:HTTPS://www.rebeccafeneley.comFollow her on here socials - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccafeneley Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebeccafeneleystudioCheck out DGLAM here: https://www.dglam.org.uk/Here’s the soundtrack I was talking about from Waking Life, track 5 especially (if you ever get a chance to watch the film It’s really great): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw8WPBct97eVwF4rNAtQ8RVD0d5NhvNyk&si=txI9tvpnO4ISNgOTDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I caught up with Helen at her office to chat about her work as a designer in the health sector, we covered how difficult it can be to describe yourself as a creative, her career and her additional work as a pet portrait artist and jewelry maker.Website: https://www.helen-fisher.co.uk/Online shop to purchase her design products for health: https://www.designedwithcare.co.uk/X : https://x.com/helenfisher_?s=21&t=1ftXIvxuBQ8-JMYlQIuQSwPawtraits: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paw_traits?igsh=ZnlqcnRvdGs3a284Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/share/MEt6jgBNewrert3m/?mibextid=LQQJ4dJewellry:Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/shop/sagesilverjewellery/?etsrc=sdt&dd_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fl.instagram.com%2F&load_webview=1&bid=iHfZiwS7kNEFke0dbi2u8X9ihR8YInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sage_silver_jewellery?igsh=aGpkbWZ0Y2dvOGh4&utm_source=qrFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/share/PX9VtEQ5Kjsaa1q3/?mibextid=LQQJ4dQuote DONCASTERCONNECTION for your 10% discount only until the end of 2024!This is REAL collective where myself Helen and Smizz are looking for our first project to launch our new offer: https://realcreative.uk/Lab 4 Living : https://lab4living.org.ukYou can watch the film New Beginnings here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1OcHoK1KKQ&pp=ygUYTmV3IEJlZ2lubmluZ3MgRG9uY2FzdGVyDon’t forget to subscribe and spread the word if you like the episode, if you want to find out more, you may have suggestion or you just want to connect you can email me here: raj@madaanmedia.netThis was a www.madaanmedia.net production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.