Don’t Let Dave Win

Abbie Atkinson
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‘Don’t Let Dave Win’ is a new podcast series about how to tackle your negative inner voice, hosted by Abbie Atkinson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 19/06/2024

    Abbie Hills (& Monster Abbie)

    In the final episode of Series 2, I'm chatting to Abbie Hills, who is a talent agent, access coordinator, producer and writer. She discusses why it's important for the understanding of access requirements to trickle down from those at the top of a company. Abbie has cerebral palsy and she is very passionate about inclusion and diversity within the arts industry. Here are a couple of resources that Abbie discusses within this episode: DANC - the Disabled Artists Networking Community - https://triplec.org.uk/danc/ The Deaf and Disabled People in TV Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/ddptv/about/ Music by Odinn Orn Hilmarsson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min

  2. 12/06/2024

    Susu Ahmed (& Dwight)

    In this week's episode, actor Susu Ahmed discusses the reasons why life is for enjoying and pursuing your passions! She talks about performing in Dugsi Dayz, a comedy written by Sabrina Ali, which explores female friendship and Somali culture in a school detention setting. We also discuss how making your own work can be a great way of demanding a space in the industry. Music by Odinn Orn Hilmarsson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min

  3. 05/06/2024

    Emilie Largier (& L'incruste)

    This week I'm chatting to Emilie Largier, a theatre maker, performer, and the artistic director of Ruckle Theatre. Ruckle are a physical theatre company who are rooted in devised and experimental theatre. Emilie discusses her past as a costume maker and designer, and why she moved towards working as a performer and facilitator instead. She is very passionate about sisterhood, and we discuss why that theme is the focus of her current project. To learn more about Ruckle Theatre, visit their website here: https://www.ruckletheatre.com/ Music by Odinn Orn Hilmarsson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

  4. 30/05/2024

    Will Townsend (& Little Will)

    In this episode, I'm chatting to Will Townsend, who is a theatre maker, wellbeing practitioner, and counsellor. He discusses how his work as a creative really aids his work as a counsellor and vice versa. Music by Odinn Orn Hilmarsson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min

  5. 22/05/2024

    Zoe Sines (& Maggot)

    This week I'm chatting to actor Zoe Sines, who I trained with at All In Actors. We discuss topics including body positivity, being kind to your younger self, and how the portrayal of neurodivergent characters within mainstream TV and Film needs to shift towards more accurate representation. Music by Odinn Orn Hilmarsson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min

  6. 16/05/2024

    Jacob Dudman (& Keith)

    In the first episode of Series 2, I am chatting to actor and film-maker Jacob Dudman. We reminisce about our time at school together, as well as discussing how everyone cares too much about what others think of them. Jacob is currently working with Talk Club Charity, a mental health charity providing support including exercise, talking, and therapy groups. You can access their website here: https://talkclub.org/ Music by Odinn Orn Hilmarsson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min

  7. 13/03/2023

    Benjamin Salmon (with Claire & Ronny)

    In the final episode of Series 1, I am chatting to award winning playwright and actor Benjamin Salmon. We discuss Ben's one person show 'Blowhole', which he performed at the Soho Theatre in 2022. We also discuss being queer and how important authentic representation within the industry is, as well as why actors should always strive for the scariest jobs. Music by Odinn Orn Hilmarsson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min

  8. 06/03/2023

    Gavin Maxwell (& The F****r)

    In this episode, I chat to movement director and theatre-maker Gavin Maxwell. Gavin opens up about his journey with both ADHD and autism, and we discuss how important it is to be open about what we need in order to bring our best work to a room. Gavin is the co-artistic director of GymJam Theatre. You can check them out here: https://www.gymjamtheatre.com/ Music by Odinn Orn Hilmarsson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min
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‘Don’t Let Dave Win’ is a new podcast series about how to tackle your negative inner voice, hosted by Abbie Atkinson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Abbie Atkinson
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Abbie Atkinson
  • Show Website
    Don’t Let Dave Win