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Listening Works | Rehearsing Governance is a three-episode podcast exploring listening as an institutional practice. Developed through Stella Sideli’s Research Curator residency at FACT Liverpool (2024-2025), the series documents a set of live, artist-led interventions that reimagined how boards and organisations meet, speak and make decisions. It blends sound, conversation and reflection, offering an intimate look at governance as a shared, embodied and creative process. It is for artists, cultural workers, researchers, trustees and anyone interested in equity, participation and new models of institutional change.Stella’s residency is generously supported by the John Ellerman Foundation. At FACT, we believe curatorial knowledge is crucial for understanding the significance and potential of artistic practice and making it accessible to a wide audience. Now in its third year, our resident curators—each at different stages of their careers—have become invaluable contributors. They lead research initiatives and help enrich FACT's cultural landscape. Ep 3: Listening Works | Rehearsing Governance (Method)What begins to shift when listening becomes a condition of how institutions operate? This episode introduces SCORE, a framework for rethinking listening across governance, staff culture and public practice.With thanks to FACT Liverpool staff and trustees, Olivia Graham, Vivienne Griffin, Lola de la Mata, Adi Lerer, Xiaowen Zhu, Laura Cugusi, Rob Taliesin Owen, Valerio Mirone.The residency was made possible through funding from the John Ellerman Foundation, which has supported FACT’s multi-year curatorial development programme for curators at different stages of their careers. FACT is funded by Arts Council England, Liverpool City Council and Culture Liverpool. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listening Works | Rehearsing Governance is a three-episode podcast exploring listening as an institutional practice. Developed through Stella Sideli’s Research Curator residency at FACT Liverpool (2024-2025), the series documents a set of live, artist-led interventions that reimagined how boards and organisations meet, speak and make decisions. It blends sound, conversation and reflection, offering an intimate look at governance as a shared, embodied and creative process. It is for artists, cultural workers, researchers, trustees and anyone interested in equity, participation and new models of institutional change.Stella’s residency is generously supported by the John Ellerman Foundation. At FACT, we believe curatorial knowledge is crucial for understanding the significance and potential of artistic practice and making it accessible to a wide audience. Now in its third year, our resident curators—each at different stages of their careers—have become invaluable contributors. They lead research initiatives and help enrich FACT's cultural landscape. Ep 2: Listening Works | Rehearsing Governance (Practice)What happens when listening becomes a shared public encounter? A live event explores listening as a collective, embodied practice.With thanks to FACT Liverpool staff and trustees, Olivia Graham, Vivienne Griffin, Lola de la Mata, Adi Lerer, Xiaowen Zhu, Laura Cugusi, Rob Taliesin Owen, Valerio Mirone.The residency was made possible through funding from the John Ellerman Foundation, which has supported FACT’s multi-year curatorial development programme for curators at different stages of their careers. FACT is funded by Arts Council England, Liverpool City Council and Culture Liverpool. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listening Works | Rehearsing Governance is a three-episode podcast exploring listening as an institutional practice. Developed through Stella Sideli’s Research Curator residency at FACT Liverpool (2024-2025), the series documents a set of live, artist-led interventions that reimagined how boards and organisations meet, speak and make decisions. It blends sound, conversation and reflection, offering an intimate look at governance as a shared, embodied and creative process. It is for artists, cultural workers, researchers, trustees and anyone interested in equity, participation and new models of institutional change.Stella’s residency is generously supported by the John Ellerman Foundation. At FACT, we believe curatorial knowledge is crucial for understanding the significance and potential of artistic practice and making it accessible to a wide audience. Now in its third year, our resident curators—each at different stages of their careers—have become invaluable contributors. They lead research initiatives and help enrich FACT's cultural landscape. Ep 1: Listening Works | Rehearsing Governance (Problem)What happens when artists enter the boardroom? Three interventions unsettle governance, revealing how listening is shaped by rhythm, space and attention.With thanks to FACT Liverpool staff and trustees, Olivia Graham, Vivienne Griffin, Lola de la Mata, Adi Lerer, Xiaowen Zhu, Laura Cugusi, Rob Taliesin Owen, Valerio Mirone.The residency was made possible through funding from the John Ellerman Foundation, which has supported FACT’s multi-year curatorial development programme for curators at different stages of their careers. FACT is funded by Arts Council England, Liverpool City Council and Culture Liverpool. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introducing a new three-part podcast series in which we hear from those who have direct experiences of the UK justice system and educators, alongside artists who have contributed to the multiyear art and research project, Resolution. FACT identifies the justice system as a collection of statutory, non-statutory and charitable agencies and organisations, with some responsible for upholding the law and some created to support justice-affected communities. Launched in 2019, Resolution expanded on FACT’s long history of working within the justice system, inviting four artists to collaborate with participants from prisons across Liverpool, Rochdale and York to create new artworks. The aim of the project is to explore how art can affect public attitudes and influence decision-making. Working alongside Liverpool John Moores University, over four years, our Learning team and invited artists have collaborated with imprisoned people, staff members, and those who influence decision-makers.In Resolution, all artworks are presented in the gallery as part of our major exhibitions programme, and outputs and learnings are shared with relevant expert audiences: imprisoned participants, researchers, criminologists, and government representatives. In a three-part podcast series, the project participants expand on their understanding of the justice system, the impact they are trying to create through their day-to-day work, and the potential positive outcomes of such projects.In the final episode of the series, Helena returns to discuss the impact of her work, alongside other artistic and educational projects that are happening in and around Liverpool. Melanie and Rosie offer additional insights on Resolution. Host Paul also takes a moment to expand on his personal story, detailing how his life “has been transformed from offender to PhD student.” Mentions of those who are or have been imprisoned have had their names changed for confidentiality. Please be aware that some episodes contain mentions of abuse, sexual assault, suicide, and trauma. They are mentioned as part of the professional experience of one of the participants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introducing a new three-part podcast series in which we hear from those who have direct experiences of the UK justice system and educators, alongside artists who have contributed to the multiyear art and research project, Resolution. FACT identifies the justice system as a collection of statutory, non-statutory and charitable agencies and organisations, with some responsible for upholding the law and some created to support justice-affected communities. Launched in 2019, Resolution expanded on FACT’s long history of working within the justice system, inviting four artists to collaborate with participants from prisons across Liverpool, Rochdale and York to create new artworks. The aim of the project is to explore how art can affect public attitudes and influence decision-making. Working alongside Liverpool John Moores University, over four years, our Learning team and invited artists have collaborated with imprisoned people, staff members, and those who influence decision-makers.In Resolution, all artworks are presented in the gallery as part of our major exhibitions programme, and outputs and learnings are shared with relevant expert audiences: imprisoned participants, researchers, criminologists, and government representatives. In a three-part podcast series, the project participants expand on their understanding of the justice system, the impact they are trying to create through their day-to-day work, and the potential positive outcomes of such projects.Episode 2 begins to highlight the outcomes of Resolution from two artists who have worked on the project — Melanie Crean and Katrina Palmer. The artists discuss the exhibitions presented at FACT and their unique creative approaches. Building on Episode 1, Rosie shares a poem she contributed to Katrina’s project, along with the inspiration behind it. Additionally, we hear from Helena, a lecturer at Liverpool John Moores University, who is reshaping the educational landscape for students and academics who have experiences with the justice system by introducing courses centred around conversation, inclusion, and development.Mentions of those who are or have been imprisoned have had their names changed for confidentiality. Please be aware that some episodes contain mentions of abuse, sexual assault, suicide, and trauma. They are mentioned as part of the professional experience of one of the participants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introducing a new three-part podcast series in which we hear from those who have direct experiences of the UK justice system and educators, alongside artists who have contributed to the multiyear art and research project, Resolution. FACT identifies the justice system as a collection of statutory, non-statutory and charitable agencies and organisations, with some responsible for upholding the law and some created to support justice-affected communities. Launched in 2019, Resolution expanded on FACT’s long history of working within the justice system, inviting four artists to collaborate with participants from prisons across Liverpool, Rochdale and York to create new artworks. The aim of the project is to explore how art can affect public attitudes and influence decision-making. Working alongside Liverpool John Moores University, over four years, our Learning team and invited artists have collaborated with imprisoned people, staff members, and those who influence decision-makers.In Resolution, all artworks are presented in the gallery as part of our major exhibitions programme, and outputs and learnings are shared with relevant expert audiences: imprisoned participants, researchers, criminologists, and government representatives. In a three-part podcast series, the project participants expand on their understanding of the justice system, the impact they are trying to create through their day-to-day work, and the potential positive outcomes of such projects.In Episode 1, we’re introduced to podcast host, Paul, who has direct experiences of the UK justice system. Having experienced imprisonment himself, he has also dedicated nine years to supporting incarcerated men within the system. Paul welcomes Dave to the podcast, a prison officer at Altcourse in Liverpool, and Rosie, a probation officer based in Liverpool since she started her career in the 1980’s. Both discuss the dehumanising effect that the justice system can have on already marginalised individuals, sharing personal anecdotes and reflecting on their experiences of working within the system.Mentions of those who are or have been imprisoned have had their names changed for confidentiality. Please be aware that some episodes contain mentions of abuse, sexual assault, suicide, and trauma. They are mentioned as part of the professional experience of one of the participants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to the personal stories and reflections of Alex, Mel and Luke - three young people who are currently being treated for cancer or who recently completed cancer treatment - as they share their unique perspectives in this experimental podcast produced by DOMES FM in collaboration with The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre’s Teenage and Young Adult Service.In 2022, FACT began a new partnership with The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre led by FACT’s learning team. This collaboration invites artists to work with young people and staff at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre to create artworks that delve into contemporary issues and draw from lived experiences. The initial outcome of this collaboration is a dynamic podcast created by three young participants – Alex, Mel, and Luke – along with artists from Domes FM, namely Tom Lye and Maeve Devine. Domes FM is a vibrant art and dance radio station housed at Bidston Observatory Artistic Research Centre in Prenton, Wirral. Through a series of workshops, Tom and Maeve introduced their artistic approach centred on facilitating rest, promoting active listening, and exploring innovative sound techniques. This allowed the participants to shed their preconceptions of what a podcast might be and to embrace the techniques found in experimental sound art.The participants discovered that this fresh approach created a different kind of space, providing a unique platform for them to share their stories. As they experimented with DJing, Ableton, sound and field recording, and interview techniques, Alex, Mel and Luke steered conversations on their own terms and discussed topics that were important to them.As you tune in, you'll encounter a fusion of distorted sounds from the ward interwoven with the voices of the young people. They capture candid conversations during routine procedures like blood pressure checks, reflect on experiences such as finding the right hair salon to shave your head, and recount poignant moments, including their involvement in outdoor charity events. The podcast concludes with an energetic segment showcasing their newfound DJ and audio skills with a catchy remixed bop about Crocs!This podcast served as an opportunity for participants to immerse themselves in artistic and creative practices while also sharing personal stories and exchanging experiences. It underscores the significance of storytelling in relation to wellbeing and provides a new space for Alex, Mel, and Luke to share their unique perspectives on their own terms.The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre Arts in Health programme offers a range of creative activities and performances for patients as well as a collection of artwork to enhance the environment of their centres. The Arts Programme has been made possible through kind donations to Clatterbridge Cancer Charity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BTS! Red Velvet! How is K-pop reaching all corners of the world? Discover the power of the popular Korean music genre, K-pop in a special K-Podcast. Join our special guest panellists to explore what K-Pop means to them. Alongside an energy filled K-pop dance tutorial, K-Podcast is the result of a collaboration between Yaloo, University of Liverpool’s K-pop Society and a group of young people from Liverpool. Expanding on the themes of Yaloo’s installation in the current exhibition My Garden, My Sanctuary, the young people share their views and critique of popular culture and social media, and how they craft and embody digital identities.Discussing all things K-pop, this special episode features South Korean visual artist Yaloo, FACT’s 2022 Curator in Residence, Carrie Chan; Senior Lecturer of Music at the University of Liverpool, Dr. Haekyung Um; Learning Manager at FACT, Lucía Arias and University of Liverpool K-pop Society members Anna Franco and David Hitchmough. Also joining the discussion are members of Unity Youth Club K-pop Group: Mia Deakin (SpongeBob), Magda Felipa DeFreitas Mendoca (Dori), Iesha Deakin (Anemone), Sofia Rose Deakin (Seaweed) and Donnaya Panton (DD) as talk about what they like about K-pop and social media. Love all things K-pop? Get moving and try out our K-pop dance tutorial here! And don’t forget to join us for a special K-pop Celebration event on Saturday 24 September! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the third and final episode of our podcast series, Gaining Ground, hosted by our curator-in-residence, Annie Jael Kwan. In this episode, Annie chats with artist duo Larry Achiampong and David Blandy, whose work is currently on display at FACT in an exhibition called Future Ages Will Wonder. Both Gaining Ground and Future Ages Will Wonder are supported by Artsformation. To find out more information about this podcast series, the exhibition or us, visit our website fact.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the second episode of our new podcast series, Gaining Ground, hosted by our curator-in-residence, Annie Jael Kwan. In this episode, Annie chats with Youngsook Chi and Taey Iohe of collective Breakwater, whose work is currently on display at FACT in an exhibition called Future Ages Will Wonder. Both Gaining Ground and Future Ages Will Wonder are supported by Artsformation. To find out more information about this podcast series, the exhibition or us, visit our website fact.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.