Breaking Barriers

Breaking Barriers
Podcast Description
reaking Barriers is a podcast dedicated to reshaping the narrative around accessing the arts. Grounded in the principle that the arts are for everyone and engaging with the social model of disability, the show highlights how the barriers in our, experiences, environments and attitudes restrict participation in creative spaces.
Each episode sparks conversations with artists, innovators, and leaders working to dismantle these barriers and champion equity in the arts.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers essential topics such as identity, lived experiences, and disability advocacy, with specific episodes like discussions on anti-ableism, disability pride, and the importance of authentic representation in the media and creative spaces. Each episode reveals how societal barriers impact artistic participation.

Breaking Barriers is a podcast dedicated to reshaping the narrative around accessing the arts. Grounded in the principle that the arts are for everyone and engaging with the social model of disability, the show highlights how the barriers in our, experiences, environments and attitudes restrict participation in creative spaces.
Each episode sparks conversations with artists, innovators, and leaders working to dismantle these barriers and champion equity in the arts.
Breaking Education.
In this conversation, arts practitioner and theatre maker Joe England shares insights into his inclusive practice working with autistic learners and within special education needs settings (SEN). Joe emphasises the importance of ‘the right space’ and being ‘person centred’ as simple yet powerful non negotiable for inclusive arts education. Learn more about Joe's work here: https://www.jedaa.co.uk/Speaking to Joe, it was evident that there was no clear distinction between ‘Joe the theatre maker’ and ‘Joe the educator’. These two roles are seamlessly integrated and complement each other. Joe talks to theatre being the manipulation of space, and emphasises the importance of the whole room working together to create a shared moment that meets everyone where they are. Joe also highlights the value of preparation, communication, and collaboration in building a strong foundation to support learners in the best possible way. #BreakingBarriers #InclusiveArts #JoeEngland #ArtKind #BreakingEducation

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