Listen "Episode Three: ‘Getting Stuff Done’ with Dr Jessi Parrott"
Episode Synopsis
Performer and creative writer Dr Jessi Parrott talks to Zara having recently completed a PhD
which centred around research into disability as an employment issue in UK theatre and
television. They discuss balancing creative and academic work during the pandemic
and how singing in a virtual choir has helped them feel connected to a wider community and
been a tonic for feelings of isolation and loneliness. Self-described as a queer disabled artist,
Jessi has a lot of enlightening views around representation and inclusion within the arts industry,
and celebrates the resourcefulness and openness of the disabled community. As well as shining
a light on Jessi’s quick wit and fierce intelligence, the podcast also celebrates Zara and her
guest’s passion for myths and fantasy - join them as they agonise over their preference for
unicorns or dragons in an entertaining game of ‘would you rather’!
which centred around research into disability as an employment issue in UK theatre and
television. They discuss balancing creative and academic work during the pandemic
and how singing in a virtual choir has helped them feel connected to a wider community and
been a tonic for feelings of isolation and loneliness. Self-described as a queer disabled artist,
Jessi has a lot of enlightening views around representation and inclusion within the arts industry,
and celebrates the resourcefulness and openness of the disabled community. As well as shining
a light on Jessi’s quick wit and fierce intelligence, the podcast also celebrates Zara and her
guest’s passion for myths and fantasy - join them as they agonise over their preference for
unicorns or dragons in an entertaining game of ‘would you rather’!
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