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Dive into Romani dance culture and hear Toby Gorniak MBE and Liza Mortimer share their stories of growing up Romani. Liza discusses the vibrant artistic traditions and her fight to follow her passion for dance. Toby talks about the resilience of being Roma and finding his identity between two worlds. This episode is a celebration of Romani dance culture, self-discovery, and the importance of family.
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In this episode, Charmaine McGugian talks to her family members, Stuart, William and Dougie McGugian, about their trials and tribulations of moving from Scotland to Norwich in search of new work. Listen in to hear their rich stories about the joys and struggles of a nomadic lifestyle, from breakdowns and prejudice to farm work and community.
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Tune in to "Last Travellers" for a journey into the world of nomadic Traveller communities in the UK. Join Liza Mortimer and photographer Esther Halasi as they explore the life of New Traveller, Barney Morris, who keeps tradition alive with his horse-drawn wagon business. You'll hear about the beauty and challenges of this lifestyle, the struggles faced by nomadic communities due to regulations, and the importance of preserving this cultural heritage for the future.
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Expect a heartfelt conversation about growing up as Romany Gypsies in the UK, across three generations. Gemma Lees, Richard O'Neill (her dad), and Tommy Lees (her son) share their experiences. They discuss facing racism, the importance of positive representation, and the pride they find in their heritage. It's a powerful listen for anyone interested in identity, family, and overcoming prejudice.
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Warning: This episode may contain conversations of a highly sensitive nature, that include racism, racist slurs and suicide, that may be upsetting to some of our listeners.
Buckle up for a tough listen. This episode dives into the harsh realities of racism against Traveller communities in the UK. Expect to hear Chris McDonagh, Charlie Doherty and Mary O’Brien talk about online abuse, educational disadvantages, and a justice system that leaves Travellers feeling unheard. The conversation pushes for increased awareness and action to dismantle prejudice and ensure Travellers receive the equal treatment they deserve.
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Next week we will be releasing our brand new podcast Travellers' Talk, a podcast made for and created by the Gypsy Traveller and Roma people.
In this exclusive podcast series, we are bringing your voices to life. Hosted by our communities, listeners can hear the wide range of conversations with Gypsy, Roma and Traveller artists, campaign workers and everyday people on topics that include heritage, arts, fighting discrimination and much more.
Travellers' Talk will be a space for all of our voices to be heard, so get ready to tune in for fun chats, important discussions and stories that celebrate what makes us who we are.
