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The Sense of Place Podcast

The Sense of Place Podcast

The Sense of Place Podcast

Do you ever go somewhere, and have a strong emotional response to it, such as happiness, nostalgia or fear? Have you ever wondered why we look for meaning in places and develop stories or legends about them over time? Well these behaviours are known as a sense of place. In general, a sense of place describes our relationship with places, expressed through the tangible and intangible aspects of human life: emotions, imagination, sound, touch, smell, and personal experiences. Sense of place can be a niche yet broad term, so the aim of this podcast is to bring together the variety of disciplines & creative individuals that try to understand and explore a sense of place!

29 - Ep 27: Out Of Sight And In Your Face: Street Art & Graffiti ft. Chris Pensa
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  • 29 - Ep 27: Out Of Sight And In Your Face: Street Art & Graffiti ft. Chris Pensa

    While graffiti might have modern connotations, it’s existed for thousands of years. The act of creative expression on walls and other surfaces is observable in many different forms - and there’s always been plenty of conflicting opinions about it! In today’s episode, I chat with Chris Pensa, a street art expert and former art auctioneer at Sotheby's. Chris is the founder of The House of Graffiti, an interior design agency working with some of the world's best street artists to create bespoke murals for private and commercial clients. He is also the founder of PENSA Events where he carries out his street art walks and tours. Chris and I discuss the variety of contemporary street art styles that exist today, as well as their historical origins. We also explore Chris’ route into the world of street art, the different motivations behind creating graffiti, and some of Chris’ favourite artists. For more on Chris, visit: https://www.instagram.com/houseofgraffiti https://www.thehouseofgraffiti.co.uk/ https://www.pensaevents.co.uk/ https://twitter.com/PensaEvents For all of you who love hiking and nice mementos, why not check out the Adventure Patch Company?! Founded by brothers Chris & Dom, they make retro hiking patches that celebrate the UK’s best loved parks, peaks, trails, and outdoor challenges. Use discount code SENSEOFPLACE at checkout for 20% all purchases! Link here: https://adventurepatch.co.uk?sca_ref=5712306.rLjIvt6JQb     Episode Extra's: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-extras-99921775 (Recorded February 2024)

    Tue, 12 Mar 2024 - 48min
  • 28 - Ep 26: Making Sense With All the Senses: Tangible Territory, Artistic Research & Dining in the Dark ft. Dr Tereza Stehlíková

    In this episode, I chat with Dr. Tereza Stehlíková, a Czech artist, researcher and lecturer currently serving as the head of the Visual Arts Department at the University of Creative Communication, Prague. Through her extensive body of artistic work and academic research, Tereza explores how we experience spaces/places through the senses. During our conversation, I find out what got Tereza interested in exploring sensory perception as well as how she explores these modalities through her creative work and teaching. For more on Tereza, visit: Cinesthetic Feasts (Blog) https://cinestheticfeasts.com/ Tangible Territory (Journal) https://tangibleterritory.art/  (Recorded November 2023)

    Sat, 02 Dec 2023 - 42min
  • 27 - Ep 25: Mudlarking & London Clay ft. Tom Chivers

    Tom Chivers is a writer, publisher and Mudlark (someone who searches for objects on the banks of the River Thames). In 2021, Tom wrote ‘London Clay: Journeys in the Deep City’, which was described by Becky Wragg Sykes as “an intoxicating voyage into urban time and place, revealing the city’s geological skeleton...”. During the episode, Tom and I discuss ‘London Clay,' his passion for Mudlarking, and the significant role it plays in his life, and the lives of others. For more on Tom, visit: https://thisisyogic.com/ (Recorded June 2023)

    Mon, 10 Jul 2023 - 31min
  • 26 - Ep 24: The Uncanny: Freud, Ghost Stories & Christmas ft. Richard V. Hirst

    Richard V Hirst is an award-winning writer and editor with a love for the uncanny, ghost stories and winter - the perfect Christmas guest! In today's episode we explore the concept of the uncanny- what it means, and where the idea originates from.  We then look at it's relationship with place, and finish up with an exploration of the uncanny in literature, with a particular focus on Christmas ghost stories. For more on Richard: http://www.ithoughtitoldyoutowaitinthecar.com/ http://www.curious-tales.com/  Free music used at the end: https://pixabay.com/music/christmas-god-rest-you-merry-gentlemen-christmas-piano-background-music-12208/  (Recorded December 2022)

    Fri, 23 Dec 2022 - 37min
  • 25 - Ep 23: Photography and a sense of place: Autochrome

    In today’s episode it’s just going to be you and me! Think of today’s episode as a little introduction / taster exploring the connection between photography and a sense of place, as well as introducing you to the magical world of Autochrome!  Photographers discussed: Mervyn O'GormanHeinrich KühnJacob Olie Jr. Wilhelm Tobien I’d love to know what you think about autochrome’s and if photographs have ever evoked a strong sense of place in you. Episode Extras: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-23-for-68863251 (Recorded June 2022)

    Sat, 09 Jul 2022 - 22min
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