Tales for our Times
We live in turbulent times, such times need great stories and storytelling.
This podcast presents the ancient craft of storytelling as tool for connection, imagination, entertainment and empowerment.
Scottish storyteller Dougie Mackay, shares folk tales, myths and musings. Sometimes joined by guest storytellers, change-makers, rebels and poets, who share their perspective on stories and folk culture and its impact on modern life.
Themes of rewilding, nature connection, folk arts, primitive skills and regenerative culture are explored.
Tales for our Times
Ep 3. 'A Wee Lift' with Liz Weir
In this episode I am joined by Northern Irish storytelling phenomenon Liz Weir.
I first met Liz many years ago at the Scottish International Storytelling Festival and was fascinated by her anecdotes of storytelling in Northern Ireland during the times of 'the troubles'. It was one of the strongest accounts of applied storytelling I have heard, and only one of many community projects delivered by Liz.
Since then, I have visited her across the water several times and have always been made very welcome.
Liz is a storytelling powerhouse, mentor to many, and great craic. I had no doubts about inviting her to be the first guest on the podcast.
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