We finish off our exploration into values with this final episode on 'inclusion' - Sam is joined by Kate Auker, who has spent most of her life tackling inequality in one way or another. Kate believes deeply in fairness and in this episode shares her thoughts on the complexities around inequality, particularly 'hidden inequalities' working with homeless communities and people in crisis food poverty and insecurity. And she shares some of the simple things she does to help provide a sense of belonging for others. Kate's formal education is in psychology and mental health. She also has a wealth of experiencing working with LGBTQ+ young people and their families. She is currently the maternity cover CEO at The Welcome Centre in Huddersfield. In her spare time Kate can be found crocheting or playing the piano - both with varying degrees of skill (her own words!)! ------- This is the final episode of series 2! We would love to hear what you think... Have any of the stories or thoughts shared by our guests most stayed with you? What are your thoughts on the values we've explored? Do you have a favourite episode? Please get in touch - leave us a review, email us, or find us on socials: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram We'll be back later in the year with a new series and a new theme! Curious e-Motion is a podcast by Calderdale-based dance and arts not-for-profit, Curious Motion Hosted and created by Artistic Director and Dance Artist, Samantha McCormick Music by Rich Huxley

What does compassion really mean and how does it support a sense of belonging in the world for ourselves and others? Find out in this episode with Sam and charity change-maker Katie Sparkes. Katie is an incredibly inspiring human being - she founded her own Corporate Social Responsibility consultancy at the age of 22 and is also the founder and CEO of inclusive dance charity Flamingo Chicks, amongst other things! Flamingo Chicks provides opportunities for disabled children to enjoy dance alongside their friends whilst also supporting parents and carers and providing global advocacy to break down barriers to inclusion. #balletnotbarriers Katies has won numerous awards for her contribution to the global community including the Outstanding Young Persons of the World Award, a Point Of Light Award from the UK Prime Minister and the Independent Newspaper’s Happy List of people who make the country a better place. Today she shares not only what she has learnt about compassion and inclusion through her professional career, but her own personal experience of how compassion can make all the difference. Content warning: miscarriage and baby loss Find out more about Flamingo Chicks here: flamingochicks.org Read Katie's full biography on our website. Transcripts are available for all episodes on our website too. One of Katie's examples of compassion: TikTok users create innovative solution for Parkinson's disease medication.

Caroline Bowditch joins Sam to discuss 'inclusion' and how 'empathy' shows up within this. Caroline is an internationally renowned performer, choreographer, teacher and maker, and is currently CEO of Arts Access Victoria in Australia. Caroline is a disabled woman who believes passionately in creating spaces where people feel they can truly be themselves. In this episode she shares some new thoughts around how we can approach 'inclusion', including the word itself. Check out the episode page on our website for a full transcript: www.curiousmotion.org.uk/podcasts/series-2-caroline-bowditch Find out all about Caroline here: Arts Access Victoria - their advocacy page includes links to some of Caroline's latest work: www.artsaccess.com.au/creating-change/advocacy/ Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Further information related to this episode: Stella Young on dancing like everyone's watching - article Information on the Social Model of Disability: A short video from Scope Disability Rights UK

Sam is joined by Dipika Kaushal, CEO of Voluntary & Community (VAC), to discuss 'inclusion'.

Exploring curiosity through history, heritage and hypnotherapy. Sam is joined by Trizia Wells, whose curious career has involved all of these things, to explore what curiosity means to her.

An exploration of 'integrity' in the music industry and the wider picture of what 'integrity' means for our lives.

A fun and warm chat about all things curiosity, including stories, people, and community.

Welcome to episode 1 of series 2! The theme for this series is 'Our Values', delving into the individual values we hold at Curious Motion and what they mean for other people. We are kicking off with 'artistry' and to do this Sam is joined by renowned dancer and choreographer, Theo Clinkard. Settle in for a fascinating exploration into artistry and what this means for our society.

Welcome to series 2! The theme for this series is 'Our Values' - find out all about it in this short bonus episode. We've also got brand new music so tune in to hear more about that too.

An fascinating adventure into the life and work of Nuno Silva, an original cast member of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.