SPEAK brings you the stories and voices of the artists at BEING studio.
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SPEAK Season 2 Episode 10: World Builders
In this last episode of Season 2 of SPEAK, Rachel and Fin invite guests to talk about the role of H’Art/BEING Studio in Ontario over the past 20 years. They talk to professor Michael Orsini (University of Ottawa) about the changes in disability rights since the beginning of BEING. Professor Eliza Chandler (Ryerson University) also talks about the importance of having access to a disability arts archive.
SPEAK Season 2 Episode 9: Sidekick
This episode marks the first half of a two-part mini-series on the evolution of BEING Studio over the past 20 years. This part focuses on late artist Irene Beck and the storytelling power of art. Artists and family members come together to react to and remember Irene’s paper bag collection, “Sidekick”.
SPEAK Season 2 Episode 8: Gertie and Polkadot
Meet Bella Bowes, a painter and writer who shares her life with her two dogs, Gertie and Polkadot. Bella feels a strong connection to animals and nature. In this episode, we can hear her passionate reflections both in her conversation with Rachel and in excerpts of her writing over the years.
SPEAK Season 2 Episode 7: Funny Guy
Doug Garrow is a funny guy. If you don’t believe him, ask his friends or look at his art. His jokes shine through and his sunny attitude is guaranteed to lift your mood.
The music for this episode was composed by Bucko.
SPEAK Season 2 Episode 6: Traveling the World with Claire
Claire comes from a long line of artists and she is proud to carry on the family tradition. In this episode, she talks about her travels and how they inspire her to be creative. She explains her desire to be famous and accepted as she is.
SPEAK Season 2 Episode 5: Communicating Artfully
This episode is a little different. It features Sharlene Cooney, a multi-disciplinary non-speaking artist. Debbie and Rachel worked with Sharlene and her support carer Linda Daly to write what Sharlene wanted to express. Then, storyteller Kim Kilpatrick was entrusted with reading Sharlene’s words.
You will not hear Sharlene speak today, but it is her voice and this is her podcast.
SPEAK Season 2 Episode 4: Life In the Ocean
Henry Hong finds the ocean exhilarating and worthy of being saved. Join Rachel and Debbie on their journey through the wonderful and terrifying world of Henry’s ocean.
SPEAK Season 2 Episode 3: Brad, the Mouse, the Lion and the Animal Party
Brad Millar loves making cards. He gifts smiling animal cards, birthday cards, and “get well” cards to everyone in his life, sharing his joy. Listen to Brad’s story and hear about how his card-giving affects those around him.
SPEAK Season 2 Episode 2: Charisse’s Art Journey
Charisse Rayne likes to let her art speak for itself. So she decided to ask people close to her to describe what her art means to them, opening a window into who she is as an artist.
SPEAK Season 2 Episode 1: Magic Window
Will you be brave enough to go through the Magic Window? Join Ada Chan as you journey to space, perform some rhythmic gymnastics, and try on glasses that allow you to see the COVID 19 virus.
BEING’s original podcast series Speak is presented in collaboration with CHUO 89.1FM, in partnership with Bronson RISE, a collective impact initiative of the Bronson Centre.