Sue Pentel on Gaza, Protest & Solidarity in Ireland
On this episode we speak with activist Sue Pentel, a 72-year-old Jewish grandmother and member of both the Irish Palestine Solidarity Campaign and Jews for Palestine Ireland. Sue was recently arrested in Belfast by the PSNI during a peaceful protest against the genocide in Gaza. She shares her story and why she continues to speak out.We also spotlight the role of artists and musicians across Europe who are refusing to stay silent despite increasing censorship of Palestinian solidarity in mainstream spaces.Plus, we take a look at the State of Writing in Ireland – 2024 with new findings from the Writers’ Guild of Ireland, revealing the stark financial realities facing Irish writers today.Recorded at Dublin South FM.https://smashingtimes.ie/https://dublinsouthfm.ie/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Carmen Ortiz and Carla Ryan
In this nature-themed episode of the Smashing Times Arts and Human Rights radio show, co-hosts Mary Moynihan and Freda Manweiler explore the power of art to inspire environmental awareness. The show features a reading of Meadow Woman, a poem by Mary Moynihan, and an interview with artists Carmen Ortiz and Carla Ryan, fresh from touring The Art of Trees in Athens. Learn about this Creative Europe project connecting performance, climate action, and our deep-rooted ties to the natural world.https://smashingtimes.ie/https://dublinsouthfm.ie/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ciara Hayes and David Scott: Arts, Access, and Advocacy
This episode features interviews with Ciara Hayes, producer of the Irish Arts and Human Rights Festival, announcing open calls for artists and organisations, and David Scott, acclaimed actor and writer, who shares insights on actor training, self-publishing, and creating a fairer, more inclusive arts sector.https://smashingtimes.ie/https://dublinsouthfm.ie/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Art, Activism & Advocacy: Voices for Peace and Change
This episode spotlights the intersection of art and activism. We delve into the National Campaign for the Arts’ efforts to protect and expand Ireland’s Basic Income for the Arts scheme. Mary shares reflections on politically charged cinema at the Cannes Film Festival and Bruce Springsteen’s bold stand for democracy. We feature a powerful interview with Dijana Milošević, acclaimed Serbian theatre director and co-founder of DAH Theater, discussing the ‘Thinking Peace’ festival and the role of the arts in human rights advocacy. The episode closes with Mary's urgent call to end the genocide in Gaza and dismantle the global arms industry in the pursuit of peace.Recorded at Dublin South FMhttps://smashingtimes.ie/https://www.dublinsouthfm.ie/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Freedom of Expression
On this episode, Mary & Freda discuss Kneecap and freedom of expression, and future of the Mona Lisa.Recorded at Dublin South FM.https://smashingtimes.ie/https://dublinsouthfm.ie/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to the Smashing Times Arts and Human Rights Show, hosted by Mary Moynihan and Freda Manweiler. Join us for an hour of discussions on equality, diversity, and the powerful work of artists advocating for human rights. From theatre and film to digital arts and sculpture, we explore a wide array of creative forms that inspire change. Tune in to hear unique perspectives and stories from the world of art, all recorded at Dublin South FM.https://smashingtimes.ie/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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