
Making Meaning is a podcast exploring the meaning behind what we make. Artist Ruth Singer talks to creative people about why they make and create. Ruth loves finding out how artists, writers, coaches, researchers and others use challenging and complex stories within their work. She is interested in what matters to them and why they choose to create what they do. Ruth Singer has been making textile... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 59 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Visual ArtsArts | |||

I'm so pleased to share this conversation with Emily Jo Gibbs, a fantastic textile maker who I have admired for many years. It won't surprise you that I love Emily's work and we had a really interesting, broad-ranging conversation about the why behin... more
In this episode I'm talking to the brilliant creative textile designer Jayne Emerson, known to many of you as the creator of the No Rules Textile Society - a membership group full of inspiration and creative play. Jayne is also a textile designer for... more
Dr Heidi Strobel is my guest in episode 56 about Mary Linwood. Heidi joined me from The University of North Texas, USA where she is is Professor of Art History. She is also the author of Mary Linwood: Embroidery, Installation, and Entrepreneurship in... more
This episode is more of the summer of stitch series, this time with the brilliant Dr Isabella Rosner, Royal School of Needlework curator, podcaster and all round historic embroidery enthusiast. She has been part of the Mary Linwood fan club for years... more
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Ruth has managed to capture a really deep view of the creative world with her brilliant interviews. It has rich thoughtful discussion and inspiring ideas for anyone in the arts. I listen to all episodes over and over and each time some new thought or different way of looking at my meagre art practice arises. I have passed on the name of this podcast to more serious artists for their edification. If you want to reflect on why you create this is an absolute must. Having the fundamentals of academi... more
Ruth has enjoyable conversations with artists that give insight into the way people work and inspire me.
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This podcast provides an intimate look into the creative processes of various artists and makers, focusing on the motivations and stories behind their work. The host engages with guests from diverse backgrounds, including textiles, embroidery, and creative writing, to explore deep themes of emotional connection, history, and sustainability in art. Notably, discussions often touch on the challenges faced by women in the arts and the significance of overlooked artists, such as Mary Linwood. The expansive range of topics reveals a commitment to understanding the intricate relationship between creativity and personal narrative, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the intersections of art, history, and emotional expression.
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Making Meaning launched 4 years ago and published 59 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Making Meaning include:
1. Emily Jo Gibbs
2. Jayne Emerson
3. Heidi Strobel
4. Isabella Rosner
5. Jennifer Collier
6. Wendy Ward
7. Deb McGuire
8. Jayne Childs
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