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Talking in the Dark A blind podcaster, chatting to people from all walks of life. Aiming to reduce disability stereotypes

52. This week’s guest is an actor that lights up the screen with his talent and personality whatever the role he might b...
21/07/2024

52. This week’s guest is an actor that lights up the screen with his talent and personality whatever the role he might be playing. However, he is also a powerful advocate for people living with a disability and frequently enlivens a debate with his quick-wit and passion.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie speaks with actor and disability advocate Keron Day.
In this highly engaging conversation Evie speaks to Keron about his life and acting career learning lots about his experience as a child growing up with cerebral palsy and the way in which he found his love of acting.
Keron also shares on some of the roles that he played, including that of David in ‘Kirkmoore’ for the BBC, and explains the thinking behind his personal mantra of ‘Diversity without disability is not diversity’
This was a fantastic conversation with a truly lovely and highly gifted creative talent and we thank Keron greatly for his time and energy.
To listen to this episode follow the link below for links to the various listening platforms: https://linktr.ee/ertalkinginthedark...
AD: In the image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Keron Day. Keron is in front of a green background and smiling at the camera. He has short dark brown hair and is wearing a pair of brown round-framed glasses, and a white T Shirt.

51. One might think that in order to create and appreciate fine-art a person would require sight. However, this week’s i...
14/07/2024

51. One might think that in order to create and appreciate fine-art a person would require sight. However, this week’s incredible guest is a world-renowned artist who defies this logic by creating beautiful paintings and jaw-dropping sculptural installations whilst also being blind.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie speaks with artist and patron and ambassador for the VICTA charity Clarke Reynolds.
In this colourful conversation Evie learns all about Clarke’s life and work covering a wide range of interesting topics including Clarke’s VI condition and his journey to becoming an artist, the many different types of stimuli that inspire his creativity, and his fantastic work using Braille as a mode of artistic expression.
This was a wonderfully provocative conversation with a brilliantly creative talent, we thank Clarke very much for his time and involvement.
To listen to this episode follow the link below for links to the various listening platforms: https://linktr.ee/ertalkinginthedark...
AD: In the podcast image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Clarke The photo shows a park on a sunny day with trees in the background. In the foreground Clarke is knelt side on to the camera he is wearing a bright yellow suit which is covered with tactile images of black braille, a blue baseball cap and sunglasses with his white cane held under his arm. He is reaching out with his right hand to a young red-haired girl who is feeling the braille on his sleeve.

Clarke’s Website: https://www.seeingwithoutseeing.com/

50. Some children’s book characters stay in our hearts forever and thinking of them can make us feel happy when we are s...
07/07/2024

50. Some children’s book characters stay in our hearts forever and thinking of them can make us feel happy when we are sad and hopeful in the darkest of days. This week’s guest is a world-renowned children’s author who has provided us with one of the most beautiful and endearing characters of all time …the Gruffalo.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie speaks with best-selling children’s author and playwright, Julia Donaldson.
During this wonderful interview Evie learns all about Julia’s life and work covering topics such as Julia’s childhood and the books and poems that left an impression on her, how studying and busking in France informed her writing career, and the fascinating origins of the Gruffalo story.
This was a beautiful conversation with an incredible guest and we thank Julia for her great time and insight.
To listen to this episode follow the link below for links to the various listening platforms: https://linktr.ee/ertalkinginthedark...
AD: In the image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Julia Donaldson. Julia is stood in front of a white background smiling at the camera. Julia has brown shoulder length bobbed hair, blue eyes and is wearing a colourful top of red, white and blue.

It was so lovely to receive this Manx Community Award and recognition from the North American Manx Association, alongsid...
03/07/2024

It was so lovely to receive this Manx Community Award and recognition from the North American Manx Association, alongside many other talented young people.

AD: photos show each category winners stood on a balcony with the sea in the background. There are also photos which show a close up of the silver engraved medallions that were presented to the winners.

49. This week’s incredible guest has many magical accomplishments to his name including being the first ever Quidditch p...
30/06/2024

49. This week’s incredible guest has many magical accomplishments to his name including being the first ever Quidditch player at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry!
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie speaks with former Harry Potter stuntman, podcaster, and star of The Boy Who Lived documentary, David Holmes.
During this joyful conversation Evie learns all about David’s life, career and experience covering a wide variety of topics such as: his fond memories working as a top Hollywood stunt man before suffering a life changing injury, David’s journey after his accident learning how to adapt and live with his disability, and the fantastic work he now does raising money for the Stanmore Hospital.
This was a wonderfully fun conversation with a beautiful guest and we thank David for his great kindness, generosity, and joy.

To listen to this episode follow the link below for links to the various listening platforms: https://linktr.ee/ertalkinginthedark...

AD: In the podcast image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of David Holmes. David is sat in his home studio next to a podcast microphone. David is smiling at the camera. He has short dark hair and a beard, and is wearing a grey hoodie over a purple T shirt.

48. The night sky is truly awe inspiring to contemplate with its millions of stars, planets and galaxies. And this week’...
23/06/2024

48. The night sky is truly awe inspiring to contemplate with its millions of stars, planets and galaxies. And this week’s guest is a leading astronomer who works to make the universe more accessible for everyone regardless of their VI condition.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie speaks with visually impaired astronomer and creator of the ‘Tactile Universe’ project, Dr Nic Bonne.
During this fascinating discussion Evie learns all about Nic’s life and work including: the childhood experiences that inspired his deep love and interest in astronomy, some of the challenges he has faced in his work as a visually impaired scientist, and the wonderful ‘Tactile Universe’ project.
This was a stimulating conversation with a fascinating guest and we thank Nic greatly for his time and wisdom.
To listen to this episode follow the link below for links to the various listening platforms: https://linktr.ee/ertalkinginthedark...
AD: In the podcast image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Dr Nic Bonne. Nic is smiling broadly at the camera. He has short brown curly hair, brown eyes and a short brown beard. Nic is wearing a brown round necked sweater.

47. This week’s guest is an icon of the restaurant industry. He is a two-time Michelin star chef, a best-selling author,...
16/06/2024

47. This week’s guest is an icon of the restaurant industry. He is a two-time Michelin star chef, a best-selling author, and extremely popular TV personality, and if all that wasn’t enough he is also an avid marathon runner!
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie speaks with acclaimed chef Michel Roux Jr.
During this happy conversation Evie learns all about Michel’s life and work including: the wonderful influence his family had on his career, the honour he felt serving dinner for Queen Elizabeth II at his London restaurant Le Gavroche, and the joy and freedom he finds in long distance running.
This was a lovely conversation with a fantastic guest and we thank Michel greatly for his time and energy.

To listen to this episode follow the link below for links to the various listening platforms: https://linktr.ee/ertalkinginthedark...

AD: In the image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Michel Roux Jr. Michel is stood in a kitchen under the bright lights of a Serving Pass. He is smiling at the camera, he has short grey hair, the early growth of a new beard and is wearing a white chef’s tunic. Photograph by Jodi Hinds.

46. This week’s guest is a world renowned theatrical agent who works specifically for disabled actors and models helping...
09/06/2024

46. This week’s guest is a world renowned theatrical agent who works specifically for disabled actors and models helping them enter the entertainment industry and forge exciting careers on stage, screen and radio.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie speaks with founder of the VisABLE People Agency, Louise Dyson, MBE.
In this lovely conversation Evie learns all about the reasons for Louise creating the agency in the first instance, some of the challenges that she and her clients face when accessing the industry, and her wonderful aspirations for the future.
This was a fascinating conversation with a lovely guest and we thank Louise greatly for her time and kindness.

To listen to this episode follow the link below for links to the various listening platforms: https://linktr.ee/ertalkinginthedark...

AD: In the podcast image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Louise. Louise is sat in a garden with the green grass behind her. Louise is smiling at the camera, she has shoulder length grey hair, blue eyes and is wearing a light brown turtle necked jumper.

45. Downhill racing is one of the most dangerous sports in the world with competitors frequently reaching speeds in-exce...
02/06/2024

45. Downhill racing is one of the most dangerous sports in the world with competitors frequently reaching speeds in-excess of 70 miles per hour. This week’s guest is a gold medal winning, visually impaired, world champion skier who competes completely untethered and with only 5% sight.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie speaks with visually impaired paralympic skier Menna Fitzpatrick.
During this fascinating conversation Evie gets an insight into Menna’s life and exciting career learning all about the challenges she faced as a young child growing up with her particular visual impairment, how Menna prepares for races and builds the trust between her and her ski guides needed to succeed in such a demanding discipline, and the great joy and thrill she gets from the sport she participates in.
This was a wonderfully varied and exciting conversation with a very talented guest and we thank Menna greatly for her time and involvement.

To listen to this episode follow the link below for links to the various listening platforms: https://linktr.ee/ertalkinginthedark...

AD: In the podcast image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Menna Fitzpatrick. Menna is stood on a snow-covered mountain and is dressed in her red, white and blue GB ski suit, and helmet. The sky is clear blue, the sun is shining and Menna is smiling.

44. Some people have a love of life which is just infectious and this week’s guest applies her sparkling personality to ...
26/05/2024

44. Some people have a love of life which is just infectious and this week’s guest applies her sparkling personality to the worlds of TV presenting, and pet nutrition, working to make the planet a happier, healthier and more rewarding place for pets and their owners.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie speaks with TV presenter and pet nutritionist Chloe Fuller.
In this wonderfully varied conversation Evie learns all about Chloe’s life and career, including: how she navigated her teenage years after being diagnosed with debilitating health conditions, the importance of assistance dogs to people with disability, and the joy to be found in taking part in dog agility.
This was a beautiful conversation with a most vibrant guest and we thank Chloe greatly for her time and wonderful energy.

To listen to this episode follow the link below for links to the various listening platforms: https://linktr.ee/ertalkinginthedark?utm_source=linktree_admin_share

AD: In the podcast image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white top text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Chloe and her spaniel assistance dogs. Chloe is sat in her wheelchair in a field, smiling. She has long flowing light brown hair and is dressed in a black top, leggings and beige boots. On either side of Chloe are her two dogs. The dog on the left is brown and white, the dog on the right is black and white, both are wearing superhero outfits with red capes, and the letter S at the front.

43. The world of politics can be incredibly fast-paced and demanding, and for today’s guest who spends her life as a bus...
19/05/2024

43. The world of politics can be incredibly fast-paced and demanding, and for today’s guest who spends her life as a busy MSP working to bring about positive change for her constituents, ‘persivilience’ is a most essential character trait!
This week on Talking in the Dark, Evie speaks with Pam Duncan-Glancy, MSP
In this fascinating conversation, Evie learns all about Pam’s life and work, covering a range of subjects including: growing up as a child with a very aggressive and debilitating form of arthritis, her busy day-to-day work now as a disabled member of the Scottish parliament, and the proud moment in 2021 when she was elected to represent the people of Scotland.

This was a wonderful conversation with a vibrant and passionate guest, and we thank Pam greatly for finding time in her schedule to talk.

To listen to this episode follow the link below for links to the various listening platforms: https://linktr.ee/ertalkinginthedark?utm_source=linktree_admin_share

AD: In the image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Pam Duncan-Glancy, MSP. Pam is sat facing the camera and she is smiling. Pam has black bobbed hair and is wearing large hooped red earrings, and red lipstick and is Pam wearing a plain white, round necked T shirt.

42. This week’s guest describes himself as blind AuDHD rhino which is a wonderful reflection of the way in which he has ...
12/05/2024

42. This week’s guest describes himself as blind AuDHD rhino which is a wonderful reflection of the way in which he has truly embraced his differences and owned the prejudices he has faced in his life.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie speaks with award winning accessibility innovator and creator of ‘Disabled By Society’, Jamie Shields.
In this lovely conversation Evie talks to Jamie about his childhood growing up as a teenager registered blind and some of the difficulties he faced navigating school, university and then employment.
Jamie also discusses the complex challenges he realised discovering his own internal able-ism, and the powerful work he now does breaking down barriers and bringing about change for other disabled individuals.
As well as all this Jamie shares his great pride at being placed on last year’s Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 list.

This was a fantastic conversation with an amazing person and we thank Jamie greatly for time, insight and passion!

Listen here : https://youtu.be/FGU8XWClCHA?si=p6H8tYLdI2D06F0m

Also available to listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3KDL1vR6JDQqTpIZh5fM69

AD: In the image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform.
The photograph on the right-hand side is of Jamie Shields. Jamie is stood in-front of a bright turquoise background. Jamie has short brown hair and beard, and is wearing a black hoodie complete with a cartoon print of a rhino in-front of a rainbow. Jamie is pointing at the rhino excitedly.

41. Some people are just too talented for words and this week’s guest is an individual who’s list of skills include fire...
05/05/2024

41. Some people are just too talented for words and this week’s guest is an individual who’s list of skills include fire-eating, break dancing, martial arts, film making, stunt performing, …and innovating ground breaking accessibility programs!
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie speaks with Nathan Geering – fire performer, martial artist, stunt performer, and accessibility innovator.
In this lovely conversation Evie learns all about Nathan’s life and work, including: where he gets his ideas for films from, how he became interested in the exciting activities he is now famous for, and the ‘Rational Method’ Nathan’s groundbreaking accessibility program which harnesses the creativity of break dancing and hip-hop to make the world more accessible for people with visual impairments.
A huge thank you to Nathan for his time and energy, it was an honour to talk with him.

Listen here : https://youtu.be/Y3EcyTNFXtA?si=dtk8EGDApGqmGlA-

Also available to listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/77m8JLOt4hv8evuzSQYdqP

AD: In the image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Nathan Geering. Nathan is smiling at the camera whilst holding a breakdance position - balanced on one hand with his legs above his head. Nathan has short dark hair and is wearing a purple sweater, dark blue jeans, and a pair of black and yellow high top trainers.

40. This week’s guest has had a life experience that no-one should ever have to endure. In May of 2017, whilst at a conc...
28/04/2024

40. This week’s guest has had a life experience that no-one should ever have to endure. In May of 2017, whilst at a concert with his daughter, Martin Hibbert found himself stood only meters away from a su***de bomber seconds before detonation. Caught directly in the blast of the explosion both Martin and his daughter were left fighting for their lives, and suffered life changing injuries as a result. Martin’s story is one of extreme physical and emotional trauma but also great resilience, determination, and ultimately triumph.
Today on Talking in the Dark Evie speaks with Martin Hibbert: author, motivational speak, vice president of the Spinal-Cord Injuries Association and survivor of the Manchester Arena bomb attack.
In this powerful conversation Evie learns all about Martin’s experience the night of the attack, his recovery and rehabilitation afterwards, and the relentless and inspiring work he now does raising awareness for others with spinal-cord injuries.
Martin’s incredible new book, “On Top Of The World: Surviving the Manchester Bombing to Scale Kilimanjaro in a Wheelchair ” is out now and available in all good bookshops, and online market places. “Gripping and Inspiring” - The Mail on Sunday *****, ‘This book is incredible’ – Dan Walker

A huge thank you to Martin for sharing his story, it was an honour and a privilege.

Listen here:https://youtu.be/eSEoK3m_tNQ?si=lT8pJ-AgOzZ6x06P

Also available to listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/51GOPTrKXDvUkZQIBD1HZn

AD: In the podcast image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Martin Hibbert. In the photograph Martin is sat smiling at the camera. He has short brown hair, with neat beard, and is wearing a red sweater with the England rugby team’s emblem on the left-hand side chest pocket.

39. This week’s guest is an incredibly talented and much-loved actor and presenter who has been a firm feature on our TV...
21/04/2024

39. This week’s guest is an incredibly talented and much-loved actor and presenter who has been a firm feature on our TV sets and in our cinemas for over a decade.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie sits down with actor, presenter, and disability advocate Adam Pearson.
In this lively and fun conversation Evie chats with Adam about a wide variety of topics including his early life as a teenager negotiating school with a physical difference, the importance of an honest representation of disability on screen, and the many challenges caused through type casting.
Adam also shares his love of Lego and tells what can only be described as one of the most iconic audition stories in movie making history!
This was a wonderful conversation with a truly phenomenal guest and we thank Adam greatly for his time, energy and humour.

Listen here : https://youtu.be/vMmtzfglRpM?si=8tj75w8YLRjZq8Ho

Also available to listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0rgUKUlWKzSqae1KisLS24

AD: In the image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform.
The photograph on the right-hand side is of Adam Pearson. In the photograph Adam is stood with his arms crossed smiling at the camera. Adam has short brown hair and is wearing a white and pink patterned shirt under a dark brown blazer.

38: Often cited as the original ‘Smooth Operator’ this week’s guest is the very epitome of cool. Record producer for man...
14/04/2024

38: Often cited as the original ‘Smooth Operator’ this week’s guest is the very epitome of cool. Record producer for many of the most popular recording artists of the last 40 years, including 80’s sensation ‘Sade’, he is also a highly respected business man and powerful advocate of people living with disability.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie talks with best-selling record producer, businessman, and Chair of the disability charity Scope …the incredibly cool Sir Robin Millar.
In this lovely far reaching conversation Sir Robin explains to Evie his early life growing up navigating school with a visual impairment, as well as his journey into a music career whilst losing his sight.
Sir Robin also explains some of the work he now does for Scope, as well as the many great benefits to be gained by businesses from employing disabled people.
This was a wonderful conversation with a truly exceptional individual and we thank Sir Robin very much for his time and humour.

Listen here : https://youtu.be/ZNhaATGxs6g?si=hz5owuUqkYfX7MCb

Also available to listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4bUnIKqiroYqvKYRacUD5g

AD: In the image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform.
The photograph on the right-hand side is of Sir Robin Millar. In the photograph Sir Robin is stood smiling at the camera. He has short brown hair, and is wearing a pair of black sunglasses. Sir Robin is dressed in a denim shirt and black braces.

A lovely chat with Manx Radio about the podcast 💜The below image is a photo of Evie sat in the Talking in the Dark studi...
09/04/2024

A lovely chat with Manx Radio about the podcast 💜

The below image is a photo of Evie sat in the Talking in the Dark studio. Evie is sat down smiling, she has shoulder length red hair and is wearing a pink jumper. Behind her is a purple talking in the dark banner.

Evie Roberts started 'Talking in the Dark' in June 2023

37: Some people go to extraordinary lengths in the name of their work and this week’s guest has spent his entire career ...
07/04/2024

37: Some people go to extraordinary lengths in the name of their work and this week’s guest has spent his entire career travelling the world, exploring some of the most remote and dangerous environments on the planet in order to communicate the importance of protecting wildlife.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie sits down and speaks with non-other than naturalist, explorer, TV presenter, and writer Steve Backshall.
In this wonderful conversation Evie learns all about Steve’s exciting life including when his love of nature first began, a number of his favourite expeditions, and the great passion that motivates and drives his work.
Steve also shares some of his favourite sounds from the natural world and describes the incredible animals and birds that make them.
This was a fascinating talk with a truly inspirational guest and we thank Steve greatly for his time and energy.

Listen here : https://youtu.be/wMybTk_nyWM?si=Rs4MrZc-lxR2TYqP

Also available to listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5OPl4MZBL7rr7c2guO8OfD

AD: In the image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Steve Backshall. In the photograph Steve is stood in front of a turquoise lake dressed in a black diving suit. He has short brown hair and is smiling at the camera.

36: Achieving an honest, authentic and equal representation of people with disability on television and in film is often...
31/03/2024

36: Achieving an honest, authentic and equal representation of people with disability on television and in film is often said to be a vital factor in creating a more inclusive society, and this week’s guest is so passionate about this particular subject she has made it her life’s work.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie talks with ITV’s Creative Diversity Partner, and Chair of the BAFTA Disability Group Sam Tatlow, MBE.
In this fascinating conversation Sam speaks to Evie about her work helping to influence greater inclusion in television and film, as well the many ways her and her team help to develop accessibility for disabled artists across the industry.
Sam’s also talks about her life growing up as a disabled person and her path into her first career as an actor at the world renowned Graeae theatre company.
This was a wonderful conversation with an inspirational person and we send huge thanks to Sam for giving us her time and energy.

Listen here : https://youtu.be/tQDT0_Tt3Tc?si=YxSNJBYV4FuhmEbh

Also available to listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1DiuSqP7eE6OJud6WTCY4P

AD: In the image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Sam Tatlow. In the photograph Sam is sat smiling at the camera. She has short, straight, blonde bobbed hair, and blue eyes. Sam is also wearing a black and white checked blouse.

What a special and fun day this was 💜 Riding for the Disabled Isle of Man thank you so much for all you do, for all of u...
30/03/2024

What a special and fun day this was 💜 Riding for the Disabled Isle of Man thank you so much for all you do, for all of us. xx

35: This week’s guest is a true icon of modern music. With an illustrious career spanning more than fifty years and six ...
24/03/2024

35: This week’s guest is a true icon of modern music. With an illustrious career spanning more than fifty years and six Grammy Awards to his name, this Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee is considered one of the most influential musicians of recent times.
This week on Talking in the Dark Evie talks with composer, record producer, guitarist and total legend in the world of music, the incredible Nile Rodgers
In this wonderful conversation Evie speaks to Nile about his early life growing up in America as the child of beatnik intellectuals, the discovery and realisation of his unique style of music, and some of the secrets to composing best-selling hit records and soundtracks.
Nile also discusses with Evie his close relationship with Bernard Edwards and the deep emotional effect his friend’s passing had upon him, as well as sharing on his own personal encounter and journey with illness.
This was a beautiful conversation with an incredibly significant individual and we are immensely grateful to Nile for his time and love.

Listen here : https://youtu.be/zv4bc2Fe4uE?si=9SnKryQk6x4xjlAh

Also available to listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0jGDJ1sKG6Xgz4pE3E1eI6

AD: In the image there is a purple background with the title ‘Talking in the Dark’ written in white text. There are also two photographs on either side and in between them is an image of a microphone. The photograph on the left-hand side is of Evie who is sat behind a grey desk. Evie has shoulder length red hair and is smiling. She is wearing school uniform. The photograph on the right-hand side is of Nile Rodgers. In the photograph Nile is sat smiling at the camera, he is in a room surrounded by gold and silver discs on the walls. Nile has long black hair, is wearing a pair of shades, and is dressed in a black round neck top.

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