King of the Buttons: Recent Episodes
(C) KOTB Production 2022
James Sandy speaks to Maryam Wahid about photography and identity through the lens of 'Zaibunnisa'- the story of her and her mother’s journey to Lahore in 2019,
https://www.maryamwahid.com/zaibunnisa
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast in March 2022. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2020.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
James Sandy speaks with Maya Coates leading cast member of 'Kerbs' as it comes to Belgrade Theatre Coventry.
https://graeae.org/our-work/kerbs/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast in March 2022. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2020.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
James Sandy speaks to designer and performer Toby Olie as he brings a puppetry version of Animal Farm to Coventry's Belgrade Theatre by way of a joint production with Children's Theatre Partnerships and The Rep Birmingham.
https://www.tobyolie.com/productions/animal-farm/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast in January 2022. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 20202.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
James Sandy speaks to Andrea Bonnell and volunteers Dave, Tim and Wayne from the Birmingham Museums Volunteering for Veterans project.
https://www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/stories/volunteering-for-veterans
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast in January 2022. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2022.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
James Sandy speaks to Ni Singh, creative force behind wearethelim.com
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast in March 2022. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2022.
The music in the podcast appears courtesy of Ni Singh and The League of International Misfits.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
James Sandy speaks to Julu Irvine & Heg Brignall of Suthering before their debut album release 'If we turn away'.
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast in March 2022. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2022.
The music in the podcast appears courtesy of Suthering.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 25th May 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
We Are Here was an exhibition by UK Black Female Photographers (UKBFTOG), addressessing diverse themes and ideas such as: isolation and freedom during lockdown, Black female identity, the beauty of our natural landscape, Black Lives Matter protests and a critique of the fashion industry.
https://macbirmingham.co.uk/exhibition/we-are-here
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we speak to award winning artist Jaskirt Boora as she brings the exhibition 'People, Place and Sport' to Birmingham and Sandwell as part of the Birmingham 2022 Festival.
For more information visit https://www.jaskirtboora.com/people-place-and-sport or https://www.birmingham2022.com/festival/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 26th April 2022. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2022.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at: https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
In this podcast we talk to Rachel Gartside, Learning and Community Manager at Sampad South Asian Arts and Heritage about ‘From city of empire to city of diversity’, a major exhibition opening in March 2022 exploring the Dyche Photo Collection.
More info: https://www.sampad.org.uk/projects/2020-2022-from-city-of-empire-to-city-of-diversity-a-visual-journey/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 28th December 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we talk to Wolverhampton’s 2021 Poet Laureate about recent collection ‘Close’, her part in the ‘A word in your ear’ podcast series and the state of poetry slams across the Black Country.
More info:
https://emmapurshouse.co.uk/
https://bctouring.co.uk/a-word-in-your-ear-podcast/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 28th December 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we talk to the Chief Executive and Artistic Curator at MAC Birmingham about a revitalisation of the centre’s space, future performances, funding challenges and the upcoming 60th anniversary events.
https://macbirmingham.co.uk/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 30th November 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this seasonal podcast we catch up with writer and star (oh yes we do) of Belgrade Theatre, Coventry’s panto spectacular ‘ Beauty and the Beast’.Iain spills the beans on Dame Dolly Mixture, talks virtual panto challenges and the joys of being back on the boards once more.
https://www.belgrade.co.uk/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 30th November 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we explore ‘The Walls between us’ at The Rep Birmingham as part of the Bedlam Festival 2021.Writer Farrah Chaudry joins us in conversation.
https://www.bedlamfestival.co.uk/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 26th October 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we speak with Andy Fowles, Learning and Access Manager at Birmingham Museums Trust about the spooky offering at Think Tank for Half-term.
https://www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 26th October 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we speak once more to Artistic Director at The Birmingham Rep, Sean Foley as they gear up for the 50th Anniversary Season, unveil the ‘open house’ development and discuss ‘The play what I wrote’ as it opens at the venue.
https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 26th October 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we catch up with Jamie and Sophie Gould aka Long for the Coast ahead of
the launch of their new album ‘The revolution starts at home’.
http://www.longforthecoast.com/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 28th September 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we conjure conversation with jocular prestidigitator Damon Conlan on the cusp of his Birmingham Comedy Festival Show at the Crescent Theatre.
https://www.damonconlan.co.uk/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 27th July 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this special podcast catch up with Festival Organiser John Fell about the 15th Festival, survival through lockdown and the challenges of a family friendly-all age event. Folk singer Katherine Priddy tells us about debiut album ‘The eternal rocks beneath’ and journeyman Pete Williams helps along the Brummy, sunny afternoon.
More info:
https://www.katherinepriddy.co.uk/
https://petewilliamsmusic.com/
https://www.moseleyfolk.co.uk/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 31st August 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we speak to photographer and creative artist Gary Lyndsay-Moore as he celebrates Hurst Street Boutique owner Patti Bell through ‘It’s not unusual ‘- a 12 piece clothing exhibition at the RAG Market in Birmingham.
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 27th July 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we speak to Rosie Barker, Senior Engagement Officer at Birmingham Museums Trust (BMT) about an innovative life on lockdown project which aims to capture Birmingham’s pandemic story. More info: https://www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/blog/posts/life-on-lockdown-thank-you-to-the-people-of-birmingham
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 27th July 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this special edition podcast we talk to performers and creators at Tilt Festival of Aerial & Physical Theatre 2021 as it adopts a hybrid format on the high wire. The podcast includes an interview with Artistic Director of Rogue Play and Tilt Festival Producer KIm Wildborne. For more info: https://www.tiltfestival.com/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 29th June 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we speak to Festival Programme Manager Dharmesh Rajput about a full line up of independent filmmakers and the festival fresh take on a diverse range of subjects which are often considered taboo. For more info: https://birminghamindianfilmfestival.co.uk/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 29th June 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we talk to songwriter, musician and producer Mar!k Erskine prior to the release of his two-track EP ‘George’ which emerged as a creative response to a BLM in Leicester.
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 25th May 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we pay another visit to Jo Capper and the Growing Project, as well as get a heads up on forthcoming creative activities at Grand Union in Digbeth.
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 25th May 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
In this podcast we speak to Junior Cunninghamand get an insight into the Stand Together Campaign launched in March 2021 as a creative response to prejudice and discrimination.
For more info : https://www.onedanceuk.org/birmingham-dancer-launches-new-stand-together-campaign-against-intolerance/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 30th March 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at:
https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: www.kingofthebuttons.co.uk
We catch up with Lucy Elvin to get all the detail on Birmingham Museums Trust on Demand- exploring online collections, in-house expetise and fresh new content for the lockdown.
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 30th March 2020. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at: https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
In this podcast we speak to Wolverhampton based singer, songwriter and activist Angelina Corrina as she launched her new EP: 'I protest'. We take in the history of protest song, the climate crisis and the challenge of online performance.
With thanks to Dan Whitehouse.
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 23rd February 2020. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
The music in the podcast appears courtesy of Angelina Corrina & reverbnation.com
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at: https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
This time around we speak to Nancy Langfeldt of Birmingham Bike Foundary as it gears up for the next phase of its collective, co-operative ambition.The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 26th January 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
For more information visit: www.stirchley.coop/
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at: https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
Once again we speak with author AA Abbott as she launches 'Bright Lies'- a chilling tale of hidden, deeper crime and domestic violence in the midst of a pandemic.
For more information on the book visit: https://aaabbott.co.uk/
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 30th November 2020. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2020.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at: https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
In this podcast we catch up with Switch Collective & MAC Makes Music word master Xian aka Dragon X on the cusp of his debut single release 'Fight the power' with its heady mix of hip hop, roots and protest.
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 30th November 2020. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2020.
The music in the podcast appears courtesy of Dragon X 2020.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at: https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
In this podcast we speak to Caitlan Laing & Tom Chapman of Manchester duo Oystercatcher about life, loss and love through music and art rock.
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 27th October 2020. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2020.
The music in the podcast appears courtesy of oystercatchermusic.com
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at: https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
In this podcast we talk to writer Shawn Cole about his new book- 'The Road to Redemption- Full Circle' which tackles racism, poverty and depression. Shawn talks about his experiences, activism and advocacy, as well as the challenges and opportunities raised through his writing. There is also an exclusive extract read by the author.
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 26th October 2020. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2020.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at: https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
In this podcast we speak with CJ Webley & Ebony Hemmings about an innovative initiative for SME Businesses across the West Midlands- The Black Pounds Project. We talk mentorship, diversity and kick starting enterprise.
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 27th April 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at: https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
In this podcast Sonia Sabri talks dance, women's health & wellbeing and empowering story telling through 'The Butterfly Project'.
The content in this podcast originally appeared in 'The Unseen Swerve'on Switch Radio and was first broadcast on 27th April 2021. Written & Presented by James Sandy and A King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Title Music: 'Lucky Massive Dangerous'(excerpt) by Speck (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/speck/58706 Ft: Siobhan Dakay, billraydrums.
A full archive of the full broadcast editions can be found at: https://www.mixcloud.com/KOTBproductions/ and more information of the series at: https://theunseenswerve.blogspot.com/
Andre/Sonny
In this podcast we explore the lives and deaths of those characters from history and celebrity that might have been forgotten. Lovingly and sensitively forced through the lens of gallows humour, served with a healthy dose of terminal cynicism.
This podcast contains adult themes, dark humour and some fruity language and is not suitable for a younger audience.
The Way They Went is Written & Presented by David Powell and James Sandy and is a King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Theme music: "Family" by Skye Jordan 2020. (Licensed under Creative Commons)
"Classical Latin Hop" by greyguy (c) copyright 2010 (Licensed under a Creative Commons) Original Photo: by Wendy Scofield 2018 from Unsplash. Incidental music: The Ipswich Ken Trio.
Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com under standard license
Oliver/John
In this podcast we explore the lives and deaths of those characters from history and celebrity that might have been forgotten. Lovingly and sensitively forced through the lens of gallows humour, served with a healthy dose of terminal cynicism.
This podcast contains adult themes, dark humour and some fruity language and is not suitable for a younger audience.
The Way They Went is Written & Presented by David Powell and James Sandy and is a King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Theme music: "Family" by Skye Jordan 2020. (Licensed under Creative Commons) Original Photo: by Wendy Scofield 2018 from Unsplash. Incidental music: The Ipswich Ken Trio.
Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com under standard license
Marilyn/Amy
In this podcast we explore the lives and deaths of those characters from history and celebrity that might have been forgotten. Lovingly and sensitively forced through the lens of gallows humour, served with a healthy dose of terminal cynicism.
This podcast contains adult themes, dark humour and some fruity language and is not suitable for a younger audience.
The Way They Went is Written & Presented by David Powell and James Sandy and is a King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Theme music: "Family" by Skye Jordan 2020. (Licensed under Creative Commons) Original Photo: by Wendy Scofield 2018 from Unsplash. Incidental music: The Ipswich Ken Trio.
Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com under standard license
Grigori/Gretchin
In this podcast we explore the lives and deaths of those characters from history and celebrity that might have been forgotten. Lovingly and sensitively forced through the lens of gallows humour, served with a healthy dose of terminal cynicism.
This podcast contains adult themes, dark humour and some fruity language and is not suitable for a younger audience.
The Way They Went is Written & Presented by David Powell and James Sandy and is a King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Theme music: "Family" by Skye Jordan 2020. (Licensed under Creative Commons) Original Photo: by Wendy Scofield 2018 from Unsplash. Incidental music: The Ipswich Ken Trio.
Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com under standard license
Michael/Roy
In this podcast we explore the lives and deaths of those characters from history and celebrity that might have been forgotten. Lovingly and sensitively forced through the lens of gallows humour, served with a healthy dose of terminal cynicism.
This podcast contains adult themes, dark humour and some fruity language and is not suitable for a younger audience.
The Way They Went is Written & Presented by David Powell and James Sandy and is a King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Theme music: "Family" by Skye Jordan 2020.(Licensed under Creative Commons) Original Photo: by Wendy Scofield 2018 from Unsplash. Incidental music: The Ipswich Ken Trio.
Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com under standard license
Rod/Derek
In this podcast we explore the lives and deaths of those characters from history and celebrity that might have been forgotten. Lovingly and sensitively forced through the lens of gallows humour, served with a healthy dose of terminal cynicism.
This podcast contains adult themes, dark humour and some fruity language and is not suitable for a younger audience.
The Way They Went is Written & Presented by David Powell and James Sandy and is a King of the Buttons Production 2021.
Theme music: "Family" by Skye Jordan 2020. Original Photo: by Wendy Scofield 2018 from Unsplash.
(Licensed under Creative Commons) Incidental music: The Ipswich Ken Trio.
Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com under standard license
This new show invites a guest from the line up of the Birmingham Comedy Festival 2020 to identify six objects that have some connection to them or that holds a particular meaning in their lives.
The object themes are:The Family Object, The Dark Object, The Bright Object, The Random Object, I Object! and The Last Object.
The first show airs at 11 pm on Sunday 4th October 2020 on Switch Radio.
Written by James Sandy & David Powell- 'Objectivity' is a King of the Buttons Production for Birmingham Comedy Festival 2020 and Switch Radio.
Part of Birmingham Comedy Festival 2020. For more details, see: www.bhamcomfest.co.uk
In this podcast we speak with psychotherapist, counsellor and retired professional dancer Terry Hyde of counsellingfordancers.com about mental health and self care in the creative professions, how he has adapted to lockdown and how the challenges for dancers are changing.
This interview was first broadcast on Tuesday 18th August 2020 in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio.
Title Music: Lucky Massive Dangerous by Speck (c) copyright 2018
The Unseen Swerve is written & presented by James Sandy and is A King of the Buttons Production 2020.
In this podcast we talk to Birmingham based photographer Owen de Visser about his life through a lens, rowing on-line directory ART Brum, Birmingham Open Studios and he odd Open Mic night.
This interview was first broadcast on Tuesday 28th July 2020 in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio.
Title Music: Lucky Massive Dangerous by Speck (c) copyright 2018.
The Unseen Swerve is written & presented by James Sandy and is A King of the Buttons Production 2020.
In this podcast we catch up with Kerry O'Coy and Liam Smyth of Creative Black Country and consider the challenges of growing local art, co-design and maintaining a youth focus.
This interview was first broadcast on Tuesday 21st July 2020 in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio.
Title Music: Lucky Massive Dangerous by Speck (c) copyright 2018
The Unseen Swerve is written & presented by James Sandy and is A King of the Buttons Production 2020.
IN this podcast we speak to creative writer, blogger, drummer and Album Club regular Matthew Osborne about his writing approach, lock down frustrations and plans for the future.
This interview was first broadcast on Tuesday 14th July 2020 in 'The Unseen Swerve' on Switch Radio.
Title Music: Lucky Massive Dangerous by Speck (c) copyright 2018
The Unseen Swerve is written & presented by James Sandy and is A King of the Buttons Production 2020.