Fishing For The Truth

Nia Fisher
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  • Documentary

Everyone’s truth is personal to them and I believe that when we hear other people’s stories, they can lead us to examine our own truth more deeply, opening our hearts and minds to that which is the human experience. These honest, spontaneous conversations have definitely changed how I feel and how I see the world I live in. It is my hope that you’ll find this channel a positive space to visit. Welcome to Fishing For The Truth the podcast!

  1. 12/06/2019

    500 Acts Of Kindness- In conversation with Julie Hesmondhalgh

    “I think it’s the tonic that we all need, to feel that people are intrinsically good”- Julie Hesmondhalgh In early 2019, inspired by a similar group, well known stage and screen actor Julie Hesmondhalgh created 500 Acts Of Kindness, a charitable fundraising organisation. In this Fishing For The Truth, Nia sits down for a cup of tea with Julie to chat about the concept of this simple, yet incredibly effective group. It demonstrates how collectively people can help in seemingly small ways to lift the burden of others by donating just £1 a week. Loved by many for the roles she has played, Julie’s warmth and intention are evident in this episode. It’s all about human connection & increasing our awareness of those who are less fortunate. For enquires about joining the group email: Kindness500@hotmail.com Follow on Twitter: @500Actsof Follow Nia on Twitter: @niafisher For more Fishing For The Truth videos and podcasts visit www.niafisher.com Music- ‘Truth’ written and performed by Parisa Shahmir

    500 Acts Of Kindness- In conversation with Julie Hesmondhalgh

  2. 09/26/2019

    In conversation with Singer songwriter and Metaphysical Ponderer Steve Balsamo- Part 1

    October 2018- In this two part episode of Fishing For The Truth Nia is joined by the talented Welsh singer/songwriter Steve Balsamo. Founding member of country rock band The Storys, Steve’s career has taken him from the West End stage to travelling the world as both a solo artist and a collaborator with some amazing people. In this, Part 1, Nia and Steve have a riveting conversation that goes beyond music to another dimension, literally! ‪https://www.stevebalsamomusic.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/stevebalsamo Facebook: ‪https://www.facebook.com/stevebalsamo/‬ Twitter: https://twitter.com/niafisher Rupert Sheldrake ‪https://www.sheldrake.org‬ Special thanks to Ben Robbins at Umbrella Sound ‪http:// www.theumbrellarooms.com/sound‬ ‘Truth’ written and performed by Pari Shahmir

    In conversation with Singer songwriter and Metaphysical Ponderer Steve Balsamo- Part 1

  3. 09/26/2019

    In conversation with Singer songwriter Steve Balsamo- Part 2

    October 2018- “Some people write songs and you want to dance, I just want to break your heart...open!”- Steve Balsamo. Bruce Springsteen, songwriting, death and Steve’s infamous performance of ‘Gethsemene’ at the Ahoy arena, Holland in 2004 are just some of the topics discussed in this second part of Fishing For The Truth. This conversation is a fascinating window in to what makes this talented artist tick! *Special thanks to Ben Robbins at The Umbrella Studios. http://www.theumbrellarooms.com/sound Part 1- https://youtu.be/xwFm-LfIWcU https://www.stevebalsamomusic.com/ https://twitter.com/stevebalsamo https://www.facebook.com/stevebalsamo/ Gethsemene - Ahoy, Holland- June 2004 https://youtu.be/3-rre_BXxC0 White Light by Nia Fisher https://youtu.be/SJkPqYGjroM Jill Purce https://www.jillpurce.com Stephen Jenkinson- https://www.orphanwisdom.com The Ancestral Continuum http://www.simonandschuster.co.uk/books/The-Ancestral-Continuum/Natalia-OSullivan/9781849837576 ‘All Those Years Ago’- Celebrating Jon Lord https://youtu.be/_qfcmlnmhMA The Happy Newspaper https://thehappynewspaper.com/

    In conversation with Singer songwriter Steve Balsamo- Part 2

  4. 09/23/2019

    In conversation with West End leading man Dean Chisnall

    January 2019- In this Fishing For The Truth Nia is joined by Dean Chisnall, who at the time of recording, was nightly performing the immense role of Jean Valjean in the London West End production of Les Miserables. Their conversation moves from the show itself, to musings on gratitude, ego, learning from your experiences and Bargain Hunt! This podcast will prove interesting not only for fans of Musical Theatre but anyone who wonders what it takes to make your way up the career ladder to such a prestigious West End production. Follow Dean on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DChisnall Follow Nia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/niafisher FOR MORE FISHING FOR THE TRUTH VIDEOS: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx60zAP1HgWY3enXmKlqJdIb4roK6opAT Music: ‘Truth’ written and performed by Pari Shahmir https://twitter.com/itsparisamusic

    In conversation with West End leading man Dean Chisnall

  5. 09/23/2019

    Richard Matthews: ‘No I Will’- A Father’s memoir

    June 2019- At his home in Dorset, Nia chats to author Richard Matthews about his searingly honest, uplifting and often incredibly funny memoir ‘No I Will’. This is the story of a remarkable family raising a special child, William, and the ways in which Will has changed the lives of those around him. To purchase this wonderful book, see link below. https://www.sheildcrest.co.uk/no-I-will.html

    Richard Matthews: ‘No I Will’- A Father’s memoir

  6. 09/23/2019

    Vicky Brannan: A Mother’s Story- Down’s Syndrome Awareness Week 2019

    March 2019- “Find your tribe, you will NOT be alone”- Vicky Brannan. In this episode, Nia chats to Vicky, mum of Elsie and Eddie her youngest who has Down’s Syndrome. From the first scan to misconceptions about the disorder, from how we can be a kinder society and the role of the media. This is a beautifully frank and honest conversation! https://www.downs-syndrome.org.uk/ https://www.arc-uk.org/ https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research-projects/alzheimers-downs-syndrome-uncovering-critical-window-testing-new-treatments/ https://www.readandspell.com/down-syndrome-blogs To follow Nia on twitter visit https://www.twitter.com/niafisher For more Fishing For The Truth videos visit https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx60zAP1HgWY3enXmKlqJdIb4roK6opAT

    Vicky Brannan: A Mother’s Story- Down’s Syndrome Awareness Week 2019

  7. 09/23/2019

    4 men, 4 personal stories about hair loss

    April 2019- In this Fishing For The Truth Nia is joined by Mark, Tom, Alim and Sandy, 4 men who are opening up and sharing their stories about hair loss. From the demands of the entertainment industry to personal self esteem, this conversation is a glimpse in to some of the emotional and psychological side effects of this relatively common condition. Please see below for useful links. Music- ‘Truth’ written and performed by Pari Shamir To follow Alim on Instagram- @alimjayda According to the NHS 8 million women in the UK experience hair loss, known medically as alopecia. Male pattern baldness affects around half of all men by the age of fifty and usually starts around the late twenties/early thirties. This generally results in a receding hairline, followed by thinning of hair on the crown and temples. In some cases it progresses to complete baldness. The condition is hereditary and thought to be caused by over sensitive hair follicles that react to a by product of the hormone testosterone. Alopecia causes bald patches to appear on the scalp, this affects 2 people in every thousand in the UK, in most cases it grows back within a few months. Other types of hair loss may be temporary and can be caused by illness, stress, cancer treatment, weight loss or a vitamin deficiency. Some people experience more severe forms of hair loss, one of these is alopecia totalis which means no scalp hair. This is caused by a problem with the immune system and is common among people who have other autoimmune conditions such as hyperthyroidism and diabetes. The issue of hair loss can cause great distress and there are treatments one can try but most aren’t available on the NHS and some can be expensive. “No treatment is 100% effective” *Source- https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hair-loss/ Other options: Steroid injection (given into bald patches) Steroid creams (applied to bald patches) Immunotherapy (chemical applied to bald patches) Light treatment (shining ultraviolet light on bald patches) Tattooing (tattoo used to look like short hair and eyebrows) Hair transplant (hair cells are moved to thinning patches) Scalp reduction surgery (sections of the scalp with hair are stretched and stitched together) Artificial hair transplant (surgery to implant artificial hairs) Wigs Counselling or support groups may benefit someone who is in distress. SUPPORT GROUPS: British Hair and Nail Society- https://bhns.org.uk Alopecia UK- www.alopeciaonline.org.uk Cicatricial Alopecia Research Foundation- www.carfintl.org Alopecia Awareness- www.bebold.org.uk Alopecia World- www.alopeciaworld.com Help & Advice- www.alopeciascotland.co.uk www.alopeciaireland.org The British Skin Foundation- www.britishskinfoundation.org.uk British Association of Dermatologists’ clinical guidelines- http://www.bad.org.uk/ My New Hair- www.mynewhair.org

    4 men, 4 personal stories about hair loss

  8. 09/23/2019

    In conversation with musician Ben Lochrie

    April 2019- In this Fishing For The Truth, Nia talks all things music with the incredibly talented guitarist Ben Lochrie. They discuss influences, his formative years, the power of live music and touring with the wonderful Go West. Follow Nia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/niafisher Follow Ben on Twitter: https://twitter.com/benlochrie http://www.gowest.org.uk/ FOR MORE FISHING FOR THE TRUTH VIDEOS: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx60zAP1HgWY3enXmKlqJdIb4roK6opAT Music: ‘Truth’ written and performed by Pari Shahmir https://twitter.com/itsparisamusic

    In conversation with musician Ben Lochrie
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Everyone’s truth is personal to them and I believe that when we hear other people’s stories, they can lead us to examine our own truth more deeply, opening our hearts and minds to that which is the human experience. These honest, spontaneous conversations have definitely changed how I feel and how I see the world I live in. It is my hope that you’ll find this channel a positive space to visit. Welcome to Fishing For The Truth the podcast!

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  • Creator
    Nia Fisher
  • Years Active
    2019
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Nia Fisher