Scottish Mental Health Arts & Film Festival Podcast

After show discussion with Liz Strange, Strange Theatre, and Hilde McKenna, Plutot La Vie, following their performance of 'Couldn't Care Less' at the SPectrum Centre Inverness on the 23rd of October 2013.

Interview featuring writer Jackie Hodges and Lindsay Brown of Play Pieces, as well as excerpts from Jackie Goode's performance in "Tell Me Your Secrets and I'll Shout Them Out Loud" recorded at the Bike Shed Inverness (20th Oct).

Chris King reads Chrys Salt's poems based on the life and work of weaver Angus McPhee. Recorded on 14th october at Eden Court, Inverness.

In this episode we hear from Rodger Hutchinson, author of Angus – Weaver of Grass. Who provides an overview of Angus’s life and experiences that lead him to weave such extraordinary art. Recorded on 14th october at Eden Court, Inverness.

Lee Knifton's welcome speech from the 2013 launch, covering a bit of history, some thanks and lots of excitement for the upcoming festival events!

A live performance of Moray's Joyful Noise Choir, recorded as part of the SMHAFF launch in Eden Court Inverness.

The potent power of music, and especially of lyrics, for the listener, the performer and the songwriter alike, is explored in this downloadable audio programme. Featuring interviews from Scottish song writers, Duglas T Stewart (BMX Bandits) and Carol Laula, and following the creative journey for budding writers at a Belladrum festival workshop and performance, this programme explores song writing’s intrinsic link to mental health through inception to performance

Gail Aldam from the Mental Health Foundation speaks to Felix Da Housecat, and others, about the anti-stigma Chicago House night at the Arches on the 29th of June 2013.

Festival co-ordinator Heidi Tweedie chats to Steven McCluskey of the Moray Feelgood Festival as well as Gail Aldam from the national festival team about the festival so far.

Post film discussion for 'Out of the Shadows - See Me Now' with producer Karrie Marshall from Creativity in Care, recorded at the Festival Film Night on the 18th of October at Eden Court. The discussion explores creativity and wellbeing.

Post film discussion for 'About HUG' and 'Anxiety' with HUG members featured in the films, recorded at the Festival Film Night on the 18th of October at Eden Court.

Post film discussion featuring author of the Silent Weaver Rodger Hutchinson, recorded at Eden Court on the 6th of October.

Comedy event 'Laugh? I Nearly Died', featuring Susan Morrison, Keir McAlistair and John Scott, has had a variety of unusual gigs, but this episode features their performance at Inverness Prison as well as their thoughts on the gig itself.

Recorded on the 3rd of October at workshop Walking Creatively in my Shoes, held at the Bike Shed, Inverness, this episode features participant discussion and an interview with event practitioner Kate Craik.

Exploring creativity and mental health this audio documentary includes interviews from Scottish comedian Susan Morrison (also starring in festival event Laugh? I nearly died LINK), writers Rodger Hutchinson (The Silent Weaver) and Linda Gillard (Star Gazing), and landscape painter James Hawkins, as they share their own expediences and thoughts on the links between art and wellbeing, illness and Scottish inspiration.

Play Six and a Tanner is a new venture for the festival. Starring actor David Hayman (Trial and Retribution) and written by Rony Bridges. The play's promoter Jim Lister gives us some background on the play and its star.

Venue the Bike Shed in Inverness is hosting both an exhibition from HUG and play Subsist, hot from its success at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Annie Marrs chats about the events and what to expect from the Subsist Tour.

Paul Taylor from Eden Court discusses this year's festival film choices.

Festival coordinator Keith Walker and Karrie Marshall from Creativity in Care chat about the festival programme focusing on this year's workshops and exhibitions.

Fiona MacEwan from Rag Tag n' Textile chats about the success of last years fashion show and looks forward to three new fashion events this year in a Bond theme - From Ross-Shire With Love.

Selected audio from the Highland Festival Events Podcast 2010, looking back at the second year of the Scottish Mental Health Arts and Film Festival in the Highlands.

Performance Subsist follows four individuals as they battle to survive in a post-apocalyptic world. This episode features discussion and feedback from the post event q and a session held on the 24th of October.

Feedback from the fashion show 'Rag Tag in Wonderland' (7th October) with views from some of the individuals involved and audience members.

Feedback from the puppetry and film performance 'Can You See Me?', featuring participants views and Karrie Marshall from Zenwing Puppets.

Post film discussion for Etre Et Avior, shown at Eden Court on the 17th of October 2010. The discussion involves panel members with expertise in mental health as well as members of the audience.

Based in Fort William the Glen Garry Center is a drop in service for individuals with experience of mental health problems. Their exhibition of artwork, including photography, poetry and painting, will be shown in the Fort William library for a week beginning the 11th of October. Volunteer John Northover explains what we can expect at the exhibition.

Fiona MacEwan, Rag Tag 'n Textile tutor, provides a bit of background on this exciting fashion show and what makes Rag Tag 'n Textile tick. Rag Tag in Wonderland is a free event at the Town House in Inverness on the 7th of October at 7pm.

HAPIS, Highland Ante/ Postnatal Illness Support, launch their new DVD Harebells in the Wind on the 8th of October in the Highland Council Chambers. In this episode we hear from those involved in making the DVD about sharing personal experiences and the effects of perinatal illness on their families.

Puppetry and film performance 'Can You See Me?' is based on true stories of people supported by Birchwood Highland. Karrie Marshall, from Zenwing Puppets, explains what was involved in creating the piece and what people can expect from the performance. Can You See Me? is supported by See Me and will be performed at Eden Court on the 6th of October at 1pm. Tickets are free.

Big Day, a drama created in partnership between Eden Court and HUG, explores eating disorders and body image. Emma Thomas, HUG Development Worker, and John Batty from Eden Court, explore the project's aims and background. Big Day is performed at Eden Court on the 30th of September and is currently touring Highland Secondary Schools. More information on HUg can be found at www.hug.uk.net

Eden Court's Paul Taylor gives a run down of all the films as part of this years Highland events. Including the preview screening of Mary and Max.

Keith Walker, this year's Highland coordinator, gives a run down of what to expect from this year's Highland Events. Includes information on how to get involved this year and what to do if you have ideas or suggestions for next year's events.