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This is Disruption podcast explores the pursuit of creativity and shares the stories of the fearless creators in street art, graffiti, music, photography and beyond, who boldly challenge the status quo, break barriers for others and share their work unapologetically. Each episode is a deep dive interview exploring the lives of artistic risk takers, exploring their motivations, their inspirations, and their take on the power of art, in whatever form they make it in.
The podcast is hosted by Irish street artist and DJ, Did by Rua, based in London.
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Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! Happy St. Patrick's Day! I was over the moon to record a special festive episode with the incredibly talented Irish Artist Shauna Anseo. Shauna is a powerhouse and is as hard working and driven as they come, in this episode she kindly gives us a peek into her background and shares her artistic journey to date. With plenty of great stories and practical advice thrown in, this is an episode not to be missed. You can find Shauna'...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! My good friend Trips and Pieces kindly hosted a recording of this podcast in his beautiful east London home where we had a great chat back in September. We discuss creativity, finding your style, embracing the freelance life, doing what makes you happy and the many ways to express yourself creatively and as an artist. Many thanks to Trips for the lovely conversation and for sharing his story! Available everywhere you get your podcas...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! Street art blogger, documentarian, and interviewer Inspiring City takes a turn in the interview seat for this one! We dive into Stu’s journey from editing Wikipedia pages to documenting London’s street art scene, and discuss how East London and Brick Lane influenced both of us. He shares insights from interviewing some of today’s most interesting creatives, touches on the history of graffiti, and gives shout-outs to some of our favo...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! In this episode I was lucky to speak with an artist whose work I really love. The Misfortune Teller is a london based artist hailing from Glasgow, who has a unique approach to art informed by his background in advertising. We talk about the importance of honestly combined with humour, being your own raw material, as well as dark prophecies and the importance of Sauna. You can find The Misfortune Teller on instagram at: h...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! I had the honour of sitting down with the amazing Aoife Dunne, a force of creative energy and someone I greatly respect. Aoife has an inspiring story of initially encountering barriers, experiencing profound loss, and ultimately embracing her artistic rebirth. Growing up in beautiful Galway (where we both agree the wild Atlantic way shapes not just the landscape but also the people), Aoife dreamt of acting since childhood. In what ...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! I was so delighted to speak with an artist I greatly respect and admire in this episode. Street art legend My Dog Sighs kindly joined me to share the story of his creative evolution, from primary school teacher to internationally celebrated artist. We chat about the birth of Free Art Friday, which evolved into it's own cultural movement with artists leaving free pieces for passersby to discover. This emerged from My Dog Sigh's des...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! Bonus Episode! Introducing Quint. This bonus episode captures a profound conversation with a street artist whose journey defies conventional artistic narratives and reminds us of the transformative power of creativity. Quint transforms ordinary, often gritty and neglected urban spaces into places of beauty. His artistic journey began at age twelve with stencil art, though he wouldn't realise that until years later. After bein...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! How does one become a Paralympian? Vanessa Wallace's answer might surprise you: "Red lipstick, a tweet, and a year of saying yes." I was lucky to speak with the incredible Vanessa Warner, a former Paralympian, who shares the journey that took her from facing serious health challenges to representing Great Britain at the Paralympic Games. This was a deeply moving conversation, I had goosebumps during the interview and got very teary...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! Have you ever heard of an Urban Artist's Academy? I was delighted to have a chat with the lovely ATILA - A talented artist, educator and inspiring workshop facilitator who has turned his passion for art and graffiti into a powerful tool for developing self expression and transformation in others. In this chat you'll hear about about ATILA's work with young offenders and students with special needs and discuss his transition from t...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! What happens when an Irish artist decides to swap a career in teaching and commercial illustration work for sharing her work on the vibrant streets of Barcelona? Meet an absolute legend: Tiny Hands Big Heart, whose artistic journey took her from back home in the hills of Donegal to the bustling art scene of Spain. Tiny shares her unexpected leap into street art during the solitude of the COVID-19 quarantine, where she found her char...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! Today's episode features the talented Irish DJ and producer, Get the Jackets, as he shares his journey from his roots in Mayfield, Cork, to the bustling city of Toronto. Despite having no formal training, he turned his brother's musical influence and a knack for drawing into a passion for music production, starting with FL Studio and quirky prank call remixes. Tune in to hear how he overcame initial hurdles, fuelled by self le...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! What happens when a serendipitous discovery in a charity shop turns into a flown blown artistic journey? I was so delighted to have not one, but two opportunities to chat with the fabulous Haus of Lucy, a multimedia artist who playfully turns classic ceramic figurines into modern art pieces. Lucy shares her steps from a chance encounter in a London charity shop to her evolution as a full-time creative professional. Two of the thin...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! Meet Jenny Draper, the brilliant mind behind "Mavericks: Life Stories and Lessons of History's Most Extraordinary Misfits." In this episode, Jenny shares her unique journey from her days as a Viking reenactor in the North of England to the bustling streets of London, trading theatre costume dressing for a vibrant career in history tour guiding and earning a prestigious Blue Badge. Jenny has a knack for making the past feel like ju...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! How exactly does one go from being a passionate self proclaimed "vandal", keen to do as much damage as possible, to becoming a holistic healer helping others? This episode tells the transformative journey of today's guest, Tich, who did just that. Tich takes us on a journey from the urban streets of North West London to the serene landscapes of the Peak District. A former graffiti writer, Tich shares how the excitement ...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! I had a serendipitous encounter with a kind stranger at Amsterdam Dance Event this year, who turned out to be the ingenious DJ / Producer Anverso, also known as Tom Vanderbauwhede. Since hearing his story, I've become so personally inspired by the limitless possibilities in DJing and I knew this was a story that had to be shared. This episode talks us through his musical journey from his first show on a pirate radio station ...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! Halloween Special! Prolific street artist RX Skulls kindly joined me for a chat where we discuss his world of vibrant skull imagery and unique street art installations. We discuss how a childhood passion for cartoons and comics led him down the path from digital graphic design and photography, how he came to create the iconic skull we know him for now, and how it all came together resulting in a fascinating combination of morbid ima...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! This was a really special conversation, and one you're not going to want to miss. Tune in to hear the transformative journey of All Seeing Ra, a remarkable street artist who turns emotions and personal experiences into spontaneous, vivid creations. Raised in a spiritually diverse household, Ra has found therapeutic solace in art, embracing a life led by creativity rather than seeking what we are told we should chase. This was a be...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! Super excited to share this conversation with the legend BeatFox, the UK's three-time Vice Beatbox Champion and an incredibly talented calligraphy artist, who shares his journey in the fusion of sound and art. Raised in a time without the tools we now take for granted like YouTube, BeatFox honed his beatboxing skills by mimicking everyday noises, proving that unconventional methods and sheer determination and passion can lead to a...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! Jessica Booty's artistic journey is a fascinating tale of overcoming personal fears and embracing the magic of performance. Growing up between the UK, Switzerland, and the US, Jessica's diverse background deeply influenced her creative expression. This episode uncovers her early battles with stage fright and the pivotal moments that allowed her to transform fear into passion, highlighting the importance of seizing life's fleeting mo...
Send a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde! What happens when a corporate careerist trades in their hotdesk for a paintbrush? I'm so excited to share this episode as it is with a very dear friend of mine, the wonderful Hells Gibson. Hells is a North London-based artist whose journey from graffiti to a creative corporate job to now being an acclaimed artist and muralist is nothing short of inspiring. Have you ever wondered what it takes to leave a safe and secure corporate jo...
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