Listen as Divina reveals her inspiring journey to achieving her dream of performing on the West End. Her story, marked by perseverance and creativity, takes us through her experiences before and after her rise to fame on Drag Race UK.

This story was recorded as part of Proud West End, an audio-visual exhibition created to celebrate people from the West End LGBTQIA+ community.

In this Briefly Heard episode, we offer you a glimpse into the stories housed within the Heard Storytelling bank. Caroline and Colette provide insight into the story’s creation and the collaborative process behind it.

Join us to hear the highs and lows of chasing a dream, and what it takes to make that dream a reality on one of the most celebrated stages in the world.

This episode was hosted by Colette Burroughs-Rose and Caroline Dyer.

Production was expertly handled by Big Tent Media https://www.instagram.com/bigtent.media/

Artwork was lovingly crafted by Ben Vulliamy.

Heard Storytelling is a spoken stories company that creates positive change. Further info on our work can be found at https://www.heardstorytelling.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/

Special thanks to our storytellers and to New West End Company for commissioning the exhibition.

If this story has moved you, please reach out. Follow this link https://shorturl.at/ITY02 to our Google Form to send a message to Davina or to share your personal story with us. Your words could offer support, inspire change, or even be featured in a future episode. Join the conversation and be part of our storytelling community.

Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the Heard Storytelling team.

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In this Briefly Heard episode Stephen recounts his transformative experience at his first Pride. He reflects on historical legislations like Section 28 and Clause 16 and how they shaped his experience and understanding of his community's struggles.

This story was recorded as part of Proud West End, an audio-visual exhibition created to celebrate people from the West End LGBTQIA+ community.

Listen to Stephen’s journey of confronting his past, connecting deeply within his community, and rekindling his passion for advocacy.

This episode was hosted by Colette Burroughs-Rose and Caroline Dyer. Our Briefly Heard episodes offer a glimpse into the stories housed within the Heard Storytelling bank. Caroline and Colette provide insight into the story’s creation and the collaborative process behind it.

Production was expertly handled by Big Tent Media https://www.instagram.com/bigtent.media/

Artwork was lovingly crafted by Ben Vulliamy.

Heard Storytelling is a spoken stories company that creates positive change. Further info on our work can be found at https://www.heardstorytelling.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/

Special thanks to our storytellers and to New West End Company and Grosvenor Property UK for commissioning the exhibition.

If this story has moved you, please reach out. Follow this link https://shorturl.at/ITY02 to our Google Form to send a message to Stephen or to share your personal story with us. Your words could offer support, inspire change, or even be featured in a future episode. Join the conversation and be part of our storytelling community.

Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the Heard Storytelling team.

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Rachel reflects on her transformative journey to clown school. She explains how the act of clowning brought about vulnerability and healing, likening it to 'Monty Python meets Sigmund Freud' for its mix of comedy and emotional release.

In this episode of the Heard Storytelling podcast, we're joined by Rachel, who shares her first public storytelling experience, covering strong themes with humour and vulnerability.

We discuss the therapeutic power of laughter and its significant role in Rachel's healing journey. With her sharp wit, Rachel illustrates how unconventional paths can lead to deep personal growth and self-understanding.

Join us to hear Rachel’s inspiring story of embracing her authentic self through clowning, and how this unexpected path helped her navigate her past and shape her future.

This episode was hosted by Colette Burroughs-Rose and Caroline Dyer.

Production was expertly handled by Big Tent Media

Artwork was lovingly crafted by Ben Vulliamy.

Heard Storytelling is a spoken stories company that creates positive change. Further info on our work can be found at https://www.heardstorytelling.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/

Special thanks to our storyteller Rachel.

If this story has moved you, please reach out. Follow this link https://shorturl.at/ITY02 to our Google Form to send a message to Rachel or to share your personal story with us. Your words could offer support, inspire change, or even be featured in a future episode. Join the conversation and be part of our storytelling community.

Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the Heard Storytelling team.

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