Phil emailed me to let me know about his most recent book 'Character and Chemistry'. A man after my own heart, he is passionate about self improvement and personal change and about relationship. He has explored relationship deeply and is still doing so and has written about the importance of being mindful of how big a part both the character of a person and the chemistry between one another is in forming a long term relationship that has the potential for growth and deepening and maturing in the long term.     We called him in Austin Texas, where it was 9am for him and the sun was just getting going to reach its full heat of 35 degrees later in the day! It was really enjoyable and stimulating talking to Phil, especially as relationship has been a driving force all my life and I have been eternally curious and explorative in seeking to understand what occurs in the spaces between us where the relationships exist!    Phil's Twitter is: [philosophistry](http://twitter.com/philosophistry)

Phil emailed me to let me know about his most recent book 'Character and Chemistry'. A man after my own heart, he is passionate about self improvement and personal change and about relationship. He has explored relationship deeply and is still doing so and has written about the importance of being mindful of how big a part both the character of a person and the chemistry between one another is in forming a long term relationship that has the potential for growth and deepening and maturing in the long term. <code> We called him in Austin Texas, where it was 9am for him and the sun was just getting going to reach its full heat of 35 degrees later in the day! It was really enjoyable and stimulating talking to Phil, especially as relationship has been a driving force all my life and I have been eternally curious and explorative in seeking to understand what occurs in the spaces between us where the relationships exist! Phil's Twitter is: [philosophistry](<a href="http://twitter.com/philosophistry" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://twitter.com/philosophistry</a>) </code>

Bare Truth 99: Phil Dhingra

Ironman Triathlete

I lived in Bath in the 80's and there was a big group of runners who were the fabric of my daily life, a few in particular became friends and Mike Holgate was one. He joined our Health Club - Springs - in 1982, not long after we had opened, and was a member for the whole time we ran the gym until we left Bath in 1988.                Mike and I haven't been in touch since, but recently reconnected through a mutual friend and twitter!                It was wonderful to speak to him after 24 years! He was only 24 when we first met and speaking to him over the phone to record this podcast, I could only imagine the 20 something Mike; he sounded the same! He was interested in running and living from a holistic philosophical position then and of course this has only deepened as he has explored going further in competition and facing his fear of water to become a triathlete - an ironman triathlete!

I lived in Bath in the 80's and there was a big group of runners who were the fabric of my daily life, a few in particular became friends and Mike Holgate was one. He joined our Health Club - Springs - in 1982, not long after we had opened, and was a member for the whole time we ran the gym until we left Bath in 1988. Mike and I haven't been in touch since, but recently reconnected through a mutual friend and twitter! It was wonderful to speak to him after 24 years! He was only 24 when we first met and speaking to him over the phone to record this podcast, I could only imagine the 20 something Mike; he sounded the same! He was interested in running and living from a holistic philosophical position then and of course this has only deepened as he has explored going further in competition and facing his fear of water to become a triathlete - an ironman triathlete!

Bare Truth 98: Mike Holgate - Ironman Triathlete

I met paul 14 years ago when I was working to unlock the patterns and pain of injuries from the disappointments and lows as well as successes and highs of a long running career. I was nearly 40 years old and wanted to run in to my old age, rather than live the story of the ex international athlete side-lined by injury. So began a long working relationship and friendship with Paul. I found his work and his energy behind it transformational and still do; he has moved north and now I only get to see him twice a year, but I still experience huge benefit from his input. Paul is a hypnotherapist, but he is also a life coach, a psychologist, a dream therapist and much more. He has a magic ingredient that makes him a magician - an alchemist...

Bare Truth 97: Paul Hide

Rob Harley

I met Rob in 2001 when I called him at brighton University to see if he would help me in my training and put me through some physiological testing, so that I might find a way to enjoy my running again and run to the best of my abilities in my 40's.                We started to run together over the downs and 11 years on we are still running over the downs and I am now enjoying my running in my 50's!                I enjoy being in a conversation that never ends with Rob, that takes place mainly over the downs, exploring and sharing as the years pass by.                Rob is a principal lecturer at the university and has always inspired me with his passion focus and integrity. He is a true friend and I admire the way he lives, the way he is and who he is.                Here he talks to Andy and I about running with the torch for the alternative relay - and his preparation for the Antwerp half ironman which he completed last Sunday in 4 hours 58 minutes, and he finished 30 seconds ahead of his brother in law!

I met Rob in 2001 when I called him at brighton University to see if he would help me in my training and put me through some physiological testing, so that I might find a way to enjoy my running again and run to the best of my abilities in my 40's. We started to run together over the downs and 11 years on we are still running over the downs and I am now enjoying my running in my 50's! I enjoy being in a conversation that never ends with Rob, that takes place mainly over the downs, exploring and sharing as the years pass by. Rob is a principal lecturer at the university and has always inspired me with his passion focus and integrity. He is a true friend and I admire the way he lives, the way he is and who he is. Here he talks to Andy and I about running with the torch for the alternative relay - and his preparation for the Antwerp half ironman which he completed last Sunday in 4 hours 58 minutes, and he finished 30 seconds ahead of his brother in law!

Bare Truth 96: Rob Harley

Josie and Ross are cycling to Gibraltar from London in August - listen to them talk about their training and the causes they are raising money for and the logistics of organising a long long journey.                I met Josie about a year ago and so heard about the idea from its seed. Josie has an adventurous creative spirt and so I wasn't surprised when she decided to accept the challenge. Ross was looking for someone to go with him; Josie was already fit from being a competing triathlete and Ross was used to organising tours but as a music manager. So Ross needed to get fit and Josie simply to say 'yes' and then meet Ross and get to know him as they rode around the roads together building up for a journey into the unknown for both of them...

Josie and Ross are cycling to Gibraltar from London in August - listen to them talk about their training and the causes they are raising money for and the logistics of organising a long long journey. I met Josie about a year ago and so heard about the idea from its seed. Josie has an adventurous creative spirt and so I wasn't surprised when she decided to accept the challenge. Ross was looking for someone to go with him; Josie was already fit from being a competing triathlete and Ross was used to organising tours but as a music manager. So Ross needed to get fit and Josie simply to say 'yes' and then meet Ross and get to know him as they rode around the roads together building up for a journey into the unknown for both of them...

Bare Truth 95: The Rock Ride

Pat is a great friend - so it was a delight to spend time with her in Beanzz interviewing her about her very well deserved League of Mercy award for her services to the hospice. Pat is also a wonderful artist and I am very privileged to be in the receipt of a series of her hand painted cards featuring Maude! Who you will hear all about...!

Bare Truth 94: Pat Bowley - League of Mercy award for 40 years of volutary work

John Stirk

I met John a year ago. I was directed to him because my knee was hurting; and my historical 'left side' troubles were needing a deeper look at.                John has been practising and teaching yoga for 35 years and practicing as an osteopath for 25 years.                He has a passion for how we move. He teaches that 'How we move is how we are'.                I have found John's work to be transformative, his understanding of the body and the mind is demonstrated in the moves he teaches and in his hands when he works on the body.                He is a true healer and a true master of his work.                He talked to Andy and I about shifting the mind to a space of quietness and stillness and softening both the mind and the body to allow more ease within and therefore more ease in life.

I met John a year ago. I was directed to him because my knee was hurting; and my historical 'left side' troubles were needing a deeper look at. John has been practising and teaching yoga for 35 years and practicing as an osteopath for 25 years. He has a passion for how we move. He teaches that 'How we move is how we are'. I have found John's work to be transformative, his understanding of the body and the mind is demonstrated in the moves he teaches and in his hands when he works on the body. He is a true healer and a true master of his work. He talked to Andy and I about shifting the mind to a space of quietness and stillness and softening both the mind and the body to allow more ease within and therefore more ease in life.

Bare Truth 93: John Stirk - Creative Movement and Yoga Practitioner

Julia had some great news recently regardng her running and I asked her to explain to us what's been going on. I have to admit it all sounds rather good. Me interviewing Julia is always a dangerous thing - expect much giggling, laughter and general mayhem. At least we avoided talking about her sex life or strange running habits (listen to episode 70 for those).                Seriously though, I'm very exciting for Julia and I wish her the best as she leaps (literally) into this new phase of her running career. Part two is to follow...

Julia had some great news recently regardng her running and I asked her to explain to us what's been going on. I have to admit it all sounds rather good. Me interviewing Julia is always a dangerous thing - expect much giggling, laughter and general mayhem. At least we avoided talking about her sex life or strange running habits (listen to episode 70 for those). Seriously though, I'm very exciting for Julia and I wish her the best as she leaps (literally) into this new phase of her running career. Part two is to follow...

Bare Truth 92: Julia Armstrong - Running for England - Part 1

Peter Greaves

I was introduced to Peter through his father in law who is looking to publish something I've written about running - he showed my musings to Peter. He was very affirming about the stream of consciousness that tends to come from me if I'm asked to write about running!... But I discovered in speaking with him a kindred spirit; a lifelong runner and now triathlete, he described his recent challenge of training for an ironman triathlon as the race of truth.                Speaking with Peter, and hearing about his joy of the movement of sport and of stretching how own boundaries, it was evident that his love of running is because he loves to run, and it was an inspirational message that ultimately must be the core reason we all run - because we love it.

I was introduced to Peter through his father in law who is looking to publish something I've written about running - he showed my musings to Peter. He was very affirming about the stream of consciousness that tends to come from me if I'm asked to write about running!... But I discovered in speaking with him a kindred spirit; a lifelong runner and now triathlete, he described his recent challenge of training for an ironman triathlon as the race of truth. Speaking with Peter, and hearing about his joy of the movement of sport and of stretching how own boundaries, it was evident that his love of running is because he loves to run, and it was an inspirational message that ultimately must be the core reason we all run - because we love it.

Bare Truth 91: Peter Greaves - aspiring ironman

I discovered Beanzz one day whilst walking along Grove road; I can sniff out a good coffee shop a mile away and so was instantly drawn in...                I sat with my friend Si who is also a 'coffee person' and we both agreed that it was a truly great coffee experience.                I also felt at ease and Tracy and Mikel were welcoming and open and made us feel welcome whilst giving us the space it seemed to while away our time for as long as we desired.                I went back - and back again - and have been known to spend hours at a time in Beanzz; it has become my 'second office' - or 'Home' as Tracy commented once!                I love it that I can eat healthy food should I want; but also enjoy the cakes and croissants too.                And my coffee is always perfect...                Andy and I really enjoyed finding out their secret and we are now resolved to record a podcast in the cafe ....!

I discovered Beanzz one day whilst walking along Grove road; I can sniff out a good coffee shop a mile away and so was instantly drawn in... I sat with my friend Si who is also a 'coffee person' and we both agreed that it was a truly great coffee experience. I also felt at ease and Tracy and Mikel were welcoming and open and made us feel welcome whilst giving us the space it seemed to while away our time for as long as we desired. I went back - and back again - and have been known to spend hours at a time in Beanzz; it has become my 'second office' - or 'Home' as Tracy commented once! I love it that I can eat healthy food should I want; but also enjoy the cakes and croissants too. And my coffee is always perfect... Andy and I really enjoyed finding out their secret and we are now resolved to record a podcast in the cafe ....!

Bare Truth 90: Beanzz Coffee Shop

Each week, Julia interviews someone from a different area of interest who expresses themselves from the core of their being in a unique and authentic way.            Julia is a leading practitioner of core therapy, working to help others look at the stories and beliefs that have been created by them and around them, and to shift those that act to hinder true expression and block the natural pathway our heart yearns for us to tread.

Sharon Aviva Jones is an applied drama practitioner.                Over the years as well as her own career on the stage and on television, she has run drama worships using the space and the art of drama for people to explore together something that was important to them.                It has proved to be a very powerful and expansive way for people to connect with themselves and one another, and to gain greater personal understanding and a deeper awareness of one another and the issue being expired at a more global level.                She has been fascinated by rites of passage and the transformation that occurs at these important juncture and her most recent project which she talked about with andy and I is the very high rite of passage of birth...                It was fascinating and illuminating exploring this subject with Sharon and she is starting pilot workshops for anyone involved intimately in the birth process, for instance midwifes and new mothers; but of course it extends to all people closely involved with the arrival of a new baby.                Please do contact me if you would like more information on Sharon's workshops

Sharon Aviva Jones is an applied drama practitioner. Over the years as well as her own career on the stage and on television, she has run drama worships using the space and the art of drama for people to explore together something that was important to them. It has proved to be a very powerful and expansive way for people to connect with themselves and one another, and to gain greater personal understanding and a deeper awareness of one another and the issue being expired at a more global level. She has been fascinated by rites of passage and the transformation that occurs at these important juncture and her most recent project which she talked about with andy and I is the very high rite of passage of birth... It was fascinating and illuminating exploring this subject with Sharon and she is starting pilot workshops for anyone involved intimately in the birth process, for instance midwifes and new mothers; but of course it extends to all people closely involved with the arrival of a new baby. Please do contact me if you would like more information on Sharon's workshops

Bare Truth 89: Sharon Aviva Jones - Applied Drama Practitioner

Kevin Marshall

Kevin had just finished a nordic walking session with one of his groups win we spoke and he told us of the transformation that occurs through his clients getting fit and then finding that they can join a group of people and make friendships whilst positively changing their lives.                He has been fit all his life, more than fit! An exceptional ultra runner from a very young age and still competing in ultra events in his 50's and finding new challenges and stretching himself in every event he takes part in. I always enjoy talking with runners who have been running all their lives as I have - there is an instant recognition and understanding of what motivates and informs our life's journey!                In Kevin's words:                My view of the world sees the glass as half full and not half empty, and I apply this to everything I do, positive encouragement and realistic expectations help me to get the best out of those I work with.                I am passionate about health and fitness and have always enjoyed mentoring and coaching individuals, so decided to chase another dream and take the plunge and start a new career as a personal trainer, helping others to achieve their potential.

Kevin had just finished a nordic walking session with one of his groups win we spoke and he told us of the transformation that occurs through his clients getting fit and then finding that they can join a group of people and make friendships whilst positively changing their lives. He has been fit all his life, more than fit! An exceptional ultra runner from a very young age and still competing in ultra events in his 50's and finding new challenges and stretching himself in every event he takes part in. I always enjoy talking with runners who have been running all their lives as I have - there is an instant recognition and understanding of what motivates and informs our life's journey! In Kevin's words: My view of the world sees the glass as half full and not half empty, and I apply this to everything I do, positive encouragement and realistic expectations help me to get the best out of those I work with. I am passionate about health and fitness and have always enjoyed mentoring and coaching individuals, so decided to chase another dream and take the plunge and start a new career as a personal trainer, helping others to achieve their potential.

Bare Truth 88: Kevin Marshall - Nordic Walker and Ultra Runner

I was having a coffee in Beanzz with Amy; on the table beside us a lady was having a meeting with a gentleman. Amy and I were chatting away so we didn't hear their conversation much, but were simply aware it was a conversation of a business nature!                Amy left and I stayed! Now I couldn't help but overhear their conversation! I learnt a lot and gleaned that the lady, Iwona, was starting a business selling her T shirts which she hand painted. I was inspired by their conversation, by Iwona's enthusiasm and the gentleman's ideas and encouragement.                As they went to go, they apologised for their conversation affecting my peace! I assured them that I had enjoyed them being there and that I had learnt a lot!                Iwona and I continued to chat and she showed me her T shirts - it was a small leap to suggest that we met to record a podcast! It was such fun meeting Iwona, and her T shirt present I bought my niece is a huge success.

I was having a coffee in Beanzz with Amy; on the table beside us a lady was having a meeting with a gentleman. Amy and I were chatting away so we didn't hear their conversation much, but were simply aware it was a conversation of a business nature! Amy left and I stayed! Now I couldn't help but overhear their conversation! I learnt a lot and gleaned that the lady, Iwona, was starting a business selling her T shirts which she hand painted. I was inspired by their conversation, by Iwona's enthusiasm and the gentleman's ideas and encouragement. As they went to go, they apologised for their conversation affecting my peace! I assured them that I had enjoyed them being there and that I had learnt a lot! Iwona and I continued to chat and she showed me her T shirts - it was a small leap to suggest that we met to record a podcast! It was such fun meeting Iwona, and her T shirt present I bought my niece is a huge success.

Bare Truth 87: Iwona Stepien - Painted T-shirts

Mark Kleanthous

Mark is an incredible athlete. he has been competing for over 30 years and has taken part in over 100 triathlons, nearly a third of those over the ironman discipline - and further - double and triple!!                He ran in the first London marathon as a 20 year old and had Andy and I laughing so much telling us of his training regime and the 'kit' he wore to train in!                The years of experience, lead him very naturally to coach others with real empathy and understanding for all aspects of sport; physiological, psychological and emotional.                It was a pleasure to talk with Mark and Andy and I very much enjoyed hearing about his journey through the years from competing in the first ever triathlon in the UK, to being a leading voice in a sport that now has 500 events a year in the country.                His new book has just come out - 'the complete book of triathlon training' - It is a great book and this is how it is described :                The book is for all athletes who want to improve in or convert to the fascinating sport of triathlon. It shows among other things how to construct a training program, how to approach a competition and offers an Encyclopedia that covers all aspects of triathlon.

Mark is an incredible athlete. he has been competing for over 30 years and has taken part in over 100 triathlons, nearly a third of those over the ironman discipline - and further - double and triple!! He ran in the first London marathon as a 20 year old and had Andy and I laughing so much telling us of his training regime and the 'kit' he wore to train in! The years of experience, lead him very naturally to coach others with real empathy and understanding for all aspects of sport; physiological, psychological and emotional. It was a pleasure to talk with Mark and Andy and I very much enjoyed hearing about his journey through the years from competing in the first ever triathlon in the UK, to being a leading voice in a sport that now has 500 events a year in the country. His new book has just come out - 'the complete book of triathlon training' - It is a great book and this is how it is described : The book is for all athletes who want to improve in or convert to the fascinating sport of triathlon. It shows among other things how to construct a training program, how to approach a competition and offers an Encyclopedia that covers all aspects of triathlon.

Bare Truth 86: Mark Kleanthous - double and triple triathloner

I have been friends with Haze for 19 years - we met because I (briefly) married her brother - our friendship has remained and from the day we met we laughed together!                Haze's reputation as a wonderful teacher - one that truly helps children to see and become the magnificent human being they can be - has echoed back to me and reverberated all around since I met her, she is an exptional teacher; and for me an exceptional friend and a wonderful person who genuinely cares about other people and wants to make a difference.                In this interview she talks about the innovative new teaching method she is involved with where there is team teaching and the opportunity for children to be really developed as human beings not simply academically.                We had fun talking to Haze as you will hear!

I have been friends with Haze for 19 years - we met because I (briefly) married her brother - our friendship has remained and from the day we met we laughed together! Haze's reputation as a wonderful teacher - one that truly helps children to see and become the magnificent human being they can be - has echoed back to me and reverberated all around since I met her, she is an exptional teacher; and for me an exceptional friend and a wonderful person who genuinely cares about other people and wants to make a difference. In this interview she talks about the innovative new teaching method she is involved with where there is team teaching and the opportunity for children to be really developed as human beings not simply academically. We had fun talking to Haze as you will hear!

Bare Truth 85: Hazel Lawrence - Advanced Skills Teacher

Andy White

I met Andy aka doctorpod 6 years ago! He interviewed me for a mini podcast at the 'Starting over Show' which we were both involved with and I felt i had met a kindred spirit.                It was therefore him I turned to when I needed a 'post production podcast person'. The quality of his work took my podcasts to another level...                At around the same time, he had asked me some advice about getting fit - we mention the 'bursting stability ball' in the podcast ! Which somehow has naturally lead into me coaching him to run a marathon...                It is great fun to be involved in creative projects with Andy, whether that is making a podcast or making him into a marathon man. He is brilliant to work with; great fun and very open and honest - and the most important of all, I have found a true friend!

I met Andy aka doctorpod 6 years ago! He interviewed me for a mini podcast at the 'Starting over Show' which we were both involved with and I felt i had met a kindred spirit. It was therefore him I turned to when I needed a 'post production podcast person'. The quality of his work took my podcasts to another level... At around the same time, he had asked me some advice about getting fit - we mention the 'bursting stability ball' in the podcast ! Which somehow has naturally lead into me coaching him to run a marathon... It is great fun to be involved in creative projects with Andy, whether that is making a podcast or making him into a marathon man. He is brilliant to work with; great fun and very open and honest - and the most important of all, I have found a true friend!

Bare Truth 84: Andy White - First time marathoner

Kay is a site-specific artist specialising in architectural ceramics and glass and has 15 years of experience creating public art works with a wide number of community groups.                Her work is very tactile, employing relief techniques which make her pieces interactive and sensory.                It was great fun interviewing Kay. The description of her bathroom in her Ceramic house made me instantly want to take a bath, it sounded to me as if it would be like swimming in a lagoon on a hot summers day.                As Kay observed - I am an incurable romantic! The house is a representation of her journey through her art all over the country. Kay is a public artist and her projects always are created in collaboration with the people living in the areas; through her work she expresses for them all they would like to say and in her ceramic house she uses the tiles that she has made specially for her work throughout the land!                I am going to visit this magical house and garden on my birthday and I am looking forward to it very much!

Kay is a site-specific artist specialising in architectural ceramics and glass and has 15 years of experience creating public art works with a wide number of community groups. Her work is very tactile, employing relief techniques which make her pieces interactive and sensory. It was great fun interviewing Kay. The description of her bathroom in her Ceramic house made me instantly want to take a bath, it sounded to me as if it would be like swimming in a lagoon on a hot summers day. As Kay observed - I am an incurable romantic! The house is a representation of her journey through her art all over the country. Kay is a public artist and her projects always are created in collaboration with the people living in the areas; through her work she expresses for them all they would like to say and in her ceramic house she uses the tiles that she has made specially for her work throughout the land! I am going to visit this magical house and garden on my birthday and I am looking forward to it very much!

Bare Truth 83: Kay Aplin - Architectural Ceramisist

Jerry Rothwell

Jerry Rothwell is an award winning documentary filmmaker. We met through a network of connections. He is next door neighbour to the artist Jane Churchill who we interviewed recently and he also has a link with Jim, my running friend who we also recorded a podcast with a few weeks ago.                Jerry has just made a documentary called Town of Runners. It premiers today April 10th in London. The film follows the fortunes of coach Sentayehu Eshetu and three of his young hopefuls from school to national level athletics. He is a coach with a difference, who has dedicated himself to coaching runners, with great success and has literally turned the town into a 'town of runners'. 200 runners appear at dawn each day to take part in a hill session.                Sentayehu will be over in the UK with the three girls and will be speaking at the brighton Marathon. The film will be shown at the Duke of Yorks and then appears in the Tribeck film festival in New York on April 19th and from April 20th will be appearing in UK cinemas.                It was fascinating talking with Jerry about the process of making a documentary and the relationships that develop over time as the documentary progresses and reveals intimacies that are being openly explored maybe for the first time. We could have carried on talking all afternoon...

Jerry Rothwell is an award winning documentary filmmaker. We met through a network of connections. He is next door neighbour to the artist Jane Churchill who we interviewed recently and he also has a link with Jim, my running friend who we also recorded a podcast with a few weeks ago. Jerry has just made a documentary called Town of Runners. It premiers today April 10th in London. The film follows the fortunes of coach Sentayehu Eshetu and three of his young hopefuls from school to national level athletics. He is a coach with a difference, who has dedicated himself to coaching runners, with great success and has literally turned the town into a 'town of runners'. 200 runners appear at dawn each day to take part in a hill session. Sentayehu will be over in the UK with the three girls and will be speaking at the brighton Marathon. The film will be shown at the Duke of Yorks and then appears in the Tribeck film festival in New York on April 19th and from April 20th will be appearing in UK cinemas. It was fascinating talking with Jerry about the process of making a documentary and the relationships that develop over time as the documentary progresses and reveals intimacies that are being openly explored maybe for the first time. We could have carried on talking all afternoon...

Bare Truth 82: Jerry Rothwell - Documentary Film Maker

Tom Roper

I was invited as guest of honour to the 25th anniversary of Seaford striders which is where I met Tom. He said very nice things about my 'few words' at the dinner in his blog and in an e mail exchange following this arranged to meet to record a podcast. Tom is amongst other things an observer and commentator on life. He writes an excellent blog which had made Andy aka 'doctorpod' and I laugh out loud. The day that he was coming for our 'podcast philosophique' as it transpired to be, Tom had been enjoying and writing about 'The spirit of Schubert' which was a series on radio 3 and on our podcast day it was Schubert the Wanderer, which was very fitting way to herald a podcast on running and the bigger 'wandering journey' therein.                It was very enjoyable interviewing Tom, his dry self effacing humour only slightly hid his intense curiosity and passion for life which appears to inform his desire to connect through the written word and as a social media voice for both the running and sailing club. Sharing himself through his own running journey connects us all, because if we run we know that it is a journey that never ends keeping us engaged wondering where it will lead us to next? Tom's blog reflects this perfectly...

I was invited as guest of honour to the 25th anniversary of Seaford striders which is where I met Tom. He said very nice things about my 'few words' at the dinner in his blog and in an e mail exchange following this arranged to meet to record a podcast. Tom is amongst other things an observer and commentator on life. He writes an excellent blog which had made Andy aka 'doctorpod' and I laugh out loud. The day that he was coming for our 'podcast philosophique' as it transpired to be, Tom had been enjoying and writing about 'The spirit of Schubert' which was a series on radio 3 and on our podcast day it was Schubert the Wanderer, which was very fitting way to herald a podcast on running and the bigger 'wandering journey' therein. It was very enjoyable interviewing Tom, his dry self effacing humour only slightly hid his intense curiosity and passion for life which appears to inform his desire to connect through the written word and as a social media voice for both the running and sailing club. Sharing himself through his own running journey connects us all, because if we run we know that it is a journey that never ends keeping us engaged wondering where it will lead us to next? Tom's blog reflects this perfectly...

Bare Truth 81: Tom Roper - Runner, Observer and Commentator on Life

Cas Holmes

It was a joy to talk with Cas. We had never met, but she had heard the podcast we recorded with Jane and got in touch. Something that struck me about Cas, apart from her wonderful art made from things that she has found, was her peaceful energy and how very present she was in the dialogue, every bit of her connected. She doesn't own a car and so walking and noticing is part of who she is and has always been.     Her love of people shines through and her desire to help others access their own creativity whatever that may be.    In her own words:    I am a mixed media artist who works with textiles, paper and found materials. My particular interest is the link between the built and natural environment (Urban/Nature) and issues relating to sustainable practice.    I create [works to commission for public and private settings](http://www.casholmes.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/7.html) and have pieces in collections around the world, including the Museum of Art and Design in New York, Arts Council England and the Sir Leonard Cheshire Foundation. The often overlooked things of daily life and observations of the land inform my work. Connecting paint, mark and image I reflect the 'hidden edges' of our landscape, verges, field edges and wild spaces, 'stitch sketching' to capture a moment before it is gone.    I exhibit in the U.K and abroad and enjoy working on collaborations and installations with other artists. This includes a recent installation, Curiouser and Curiouser at Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery and workshops in Europe and Australia. My book [The Found Object in Textile Art](http://www.casholmes.textilearts.net/page158.html), (published by Batsford 2010), looks at some of the processes I use. I will be a guest artist at the Knitting and Stitching Show 2012.    For [details of my exhibitions](http://www.casholmes.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/9.html), purchase or commission a piece of work, or look at my collaborations and teaching please browse through my on-line presence or contact me direct via email.

It was a joy to talk with Cas. We had never met, but she had heard the podcast we recorded with Jane and got in touch. Something that struck me about Cas, apart from her wonderful art made from things that she has found, was her peaceful energy and how very present she was in the dialogue, every bit of her connected. She doesn't own a car and so walking and noticing is part of who she is and has always been. <code> Her love of people shines through and her desire to help others access their own creativity whatever that may be. In her own words: I am a mixed media artist who works with textiles, paper and found materials. My particular interest is the link between the built and natural environment (Urban/Nature) and issues relating to sustainable practice. I create [works to commission for public and private settings](<a href="http://www.casholmes.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/7.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.casholmes.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/7.html</a>) and have pieces in collections around the world, including the Museum of Art and Design in New York, Arts Council England and the Sir Leonard Cheshire Foundation. The often overlooked things of daily life and observations of the land inform my work. Connecting paint, mark and image I reflect the 'hidden edges' of our landscape, verges, field edges and wild spaces, 'stitch sketching' to capture a moment before it is gone. I exhibit in the U.K and abroad and enjoy working on collaborations and installations with other artists. This includes a recent installation, Curiouser and Curiouser at Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery and workshops in Europe and Australia. My book [The Found Object in Textile Art](<a href="http://www.casholmes.textilearts.net/page158.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.casholmes.textilearts.net/page158.html</a>), (published by Batsford 2010), looks at some of the processes I use. I will be a guest artist at the Knitting and Stitching Show 2012. For [details of my exhibitions](<a href="http://www.casholmes.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/9.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.casholmes.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/9.html</a>), purchase or commission a piece of work, or look at my collaborations and teaching please browse through my on-line presence or contact me direct via email. </code>

Bare Truth 80: Cas Holmes - Textile and Mixed Media Artist

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