People, Places, Podcasts is a new podcast series, curated and commissioned by Boundless Theatre available to stream this summer.
The episodes bring together artists, entrepreneurs and young people to hold conversations about their local area, what it means to them, and why their art is inspired by our coastline.
Listen in whilst our artists and young business owners take a stroll around our town, highlighting areas of significance to them and taking in the sights and sounds of sunny Scarborough.
Through the 4 episodes we will discover small local businesses founded and run by young people. Uncover the creative opportunities on offer, learn about the queer history of Scarborough and reveal the power in being a young creative with a vision.
The conversations have been recorded and turned into podcast episodes that you can download from The Box and online.
Take a map, and stroll with us from The Box to the hidden gems nestled within Scarborough town, listen to an episode and discover your creativity and explore.
Creating this podcast, we have been working with the wonderful sound edgineer, Nick G Fall @Ideosound
Podcast Locations…
Episode 1, Katie Lawson owner and founder of OLIVE
In this episode we meet Katie Lawson, owner and founder of OLIVE, an Italian inspired coffee house hidden away on Bar Street. We discuss starting a business as a young person, the challenges and the highlights.
Katie has lived in and around Scarborough for most of her life, after moving to Italy for a short while she returned and opened OLIVE. Her inspiration, the quaint coffee shops of Italy, their charm and their brilliant food and coffee.
Over the course of the episode we get to know Katie, exactly why she opened OLIVE and look to her for advice on opening a business.
Listen to the podcast on Spotifty here >
Episode 2, George Wakely Chair of Trustees, Scarborough Pride
In this episode we meet George, originally from London he now lives in Scarborough with his pet dog Bruce. PR consultant and Chair of Trustees for Scarborough Pride, George helps a dedicated team of volunteers create an inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people and their allies to celebrate here in our seaside town.
We discuss, the queer history of Scarborough and exactly what you can expect from Scarborough Pride 2024.
Listen to the podcast on Spotifty here >
Episode 3, Mandy Apple Collective
In this episode we meet Molly, Joel and Nathan from Mandy Apple Collective a Scarborough based art collective. We discuss the power of being creative and having access to creativity and culture.
3 local, young artists all came together to open a community studio, Mandy Apple was made possible with the help of Old Parcels Office, with the team wanting to give Andrew Aldis a big shout out for his support. Nestled on Newborough in the Old Town, Mandy Apple sits at the centre of the Scarborough arts quarter. A once unloved and disused commercial space, the collective have worked to make the space into a bright, multi functional studio.
The 3 artists behind the venture talk to us about their own practice, why Mandy Apple is so important for Scarborough and their hopes for our creative town in the future.
Listen to the podcast on Spotifty here >
Episode 4, Ernie Acquah Creative Engagement Co-ordinator
In this episode we meet Ernie, Musician, Facilitator and Creative Engagement Co-ordinator at the Stephen Joseph Theatre. We talk about the creative opportunities available for young people and the importance of access to the creative industries.
Ernie highlights the many programmes young people can get involved with, and the benefits of accessing them here in our town. He recalls his own experiences moving to Scarborough 21 years ago for university, and how he felt compelled to stay. We discuss life navigating the arts and culture industry, from first jobs to dream projects. Ernie talks of his greatest highlights and challenges along the way.
We uncover how young people may access these jobs and experiences. He discusses the importance of taking the opportunities and learning and growing as a creative.
Listen to the podcast on Spotifty here >
