Fancy A Blether?

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  The Debate of Art vs Craft with Erin Mathews 26.03.2026 58min

  For the first episode of this brand new season, Kirsty is  chatting to Erin all about art vs craft - what is the debate, why it matters and her personal take on it. As well as delving into all things story telling and cosiness. Remember to follow/subscribe to the podcast. To find more of Erin's work head to her website or Instagram. You can also check out our host's (Kirsty) Instagram, TikTok and website. Gardner museum heist podcast 'Hekate' by Nikita GillCode Black Brunswick  Intro/Outro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/dope-cat/chill-fmLicense code: 4TQSE1JSIR5ODQLO
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  Uber Epiphanies, Theatre Thoughts and Life Musings 30.06.2025 28min

  This week Kirsty has been thinking (I know big things are happening here!) and is chatting about her life musing thoughts and goes on a big old passionate tangent about the power of play and interaction in theatre for all ages. Don't forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode! New episodes every Monday. For more content head to the Instagram (⁠@storiesand_stanzas⁠), website (⁠storiesandstanzas.com⁠) or tiktok (⁠@storiesandstanzas⁠)
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  7/11 Dinners, Being 'Too Much', and a Pep Talk 15.06.2025 21min

  This week Kirsty is chatting about 7/11 dinners, the concept of being 'too much' and a reminder to all you listeners that you are that girl/guy or non-binary pal. Don't forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode! New episodes every Sunday. For more content head to the Instagram (@storiesand_stanzas), website (storiesandstanzas.com) or tiktok (@storiesandstanzas)
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  The Great Crashout of 2025 09.06.2025 22min

  This week Kirsty is taking this online diary to a whole new level by continuing to overshare and this time its about what might be her greatest crashout of 2025 but hey its okay because it could be worse, it could be the great crashout of all time (2019 was rough) and she is bouncing back one instant ramen noodle dinner at a time. But in all seriousness life is complicated, messy and at times difficult and if you too are crashing out then we see you, we hear you and we got you. Don't forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode! New episodes every Sunday. For more content head to the Instagram (@storiesand_stanzas), website (storiesandstanzas.com) or tiktok (@storiesandstanzas)
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  Country Nights, Uber Addiction and Winter Delights 01.06.2025 20min

  This week Kirsty is chatting all about country nights (maybe she will become a true cowgirl!), her uber addiction and of course moments she was humbled this week. New weekly episodes every Sunday so follow/subscribe so you never miss one!You can also get more content on Instagram (⁠@storiesand_stanzas⁠), TikTok (⁠@storiesandstanzas⁠) and at my website (⁠storiesandstanzas.com⁠)!
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  Mulled Wine, Melbourne Winter and Wrong Addresses 25.05.2025 19min

  This week Kirsty is chatting all about some cosy Melbourne winter moments (is it actually officially here because the weather sure feels like it is) and more moments of her being humbled by her inability to adult well at 28. New weekly episodes every Sunday so follow/subscribe so you never miss one! You can also get more content on Instagram (⁠@storiesand_stanzas⁠), TikTok (⁠@storiesandstanzas⁠) and at my website (⁠storiesandstanzas.com⁠)!
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  The hiatus is over! 18.05.2025 23min

  The unintentional hiatus is over and I'm back baby and feeling more excited than ever to be here chatting to you all. I will posting weekly episodes on a Sunday so follow/subscribe so you never miss one! You can also get more content on Instagram (@storiesand_stanzas), TikTok (@storiesandstanzas) and at my website (storiesandstanzas.com)!
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  A Fly Died In My Eye 24.11.2024 18min

  This week I delve into more moments of Australia continuing to humble me, as well as some fun things I've been doing lately, this episode is very much a catching up with your friend on facetime vibes. To enjoy more stories head to our TikTok (⁠⁠⁠⁠@storiesandstanzas⁠⁠⁠⁠), Instagram (⁠⁠⁠⁠@storiesand_stanzas⁠⁠⁠⁠) or the website (⁠⁠⁠⁠www.storiesandstanzas.com⁠⁠⁠⁠). Don't forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode! New episode every Sunday.
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  Embracing Vulnerability 04.11.2024 25min

  This week I am getting really honest about what life has been like moving to the other side of the world, as I come up for the 2 month mark. Discussing the character defining moments that have happened along the way. To enjoy more stories head to our TikTok (⁠⁠⁠@storiesandstanzas⁠⁠⁠), Instagram (⁠⁠⁠@storiesand_stanzas⁠⁠⁠) or the website (⁠⁠⁠www.storiesandstanzas.com⁠⁠⁠). Don't forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode! New episode every Sunday.
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  The Culture Shock of an Australian Ceilidh 23.10.2024 18min

  Listen to enjoy my stories from this week of whether its the trams or crossings working against me getting anywhere on time, the culture shock of an Australian ceilidh and more. To enjoy more stories head to our TikTok (⁠⁠@storiesandstanzas⁠⁠), Instagram (⁠⁠@storiesand_stanzas⁠⁠) or the website (⁠⁠www.storiesandstanzas.com⁠⁠). Don't forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode! New episode every Sunday.
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  In my yes to everything era 13.10.2024 22min

  Listen to find out what or rather who I ended up being in a queer photoshoot about reclaiming sports experiences in a bid to continue saying yes to everything life throws at me, and more ways that Australia has humbled me. To enjoy more stories head to our TikTok (⁠@storiesandstanzas⁠), Instagram (⁠@storiesand_stanzas⁠) or the website (⁠www.storiesandstanzas.com⁠). Don't forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode! New episode every Sunday.
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  Australia Keeps Humbling Me 06.10.2024 31min

  Fainting in the hairdresser, a slug on the bathroom floor and terrible Hinge decisions all that and more on this week's episode! If you want more stories and stanzas head to our TikTok (@storiesandstanzas), our Instagram (@storiesand_stanzas) and our website (www.storiesandstanzas.com). Don't forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode and there is a new episode every Sunday! bookswithjessbookshop - my new Melbourne based obsession
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  Sea Sick on a Kayak 04.10.2024 23min

  This week Kirsty is recapping her Sydney travels which include but are not limited to getting sea-sick on a kayak, getting drenched at the blue mountains and an update on the dress security tag situation. To enjoy more stories head to our TikTok (@storiesandstanzas), Instagram (@storiesand_stanzas) or the website (www.storiesandstanzas.com). Don't forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode! New episode every Sunday. Blue Mountains Tour Free walking tour Sunrise Kayaking
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  Tim-Tams, Bus Station Breakdowns and Security Tags 25.09.2024 14min

  This week's highlights or maybe not include the Tulip Festival, Six the Musical, Tim-tams, a bus station break down and a security tag that might just ruin it all. A shorter episode this week because I got nervous recording in a hostel room. Stay tuned for next week's episode which will be recounting Sydney adventures. Follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode! For more content head to our Instagram (@storiesand_stanzas), TikTok (@storiesandstanzas) and our website (www.storiesandstanzas.com)
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  Moving Across the Pond 15.09.2024 29min

  In an unexpected turn of events (after being MIA for nearly a year) we are back baby! And with a whole new vibe, Fancy a Blether? is now a Scottish Lass' online diary sharing her move across the pond and her aussie adventures. With a new episode every Sunday, follow/subscribe so you never miss one! This episode delves into the longest flight I've ever been on so far and my first week of living in Melbourne. Follow us for other content on Instagram (@storiesand_stanzas), TikTok (@storiesandstanzas) and check out our website (storiesandstanzas.com)
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  Cultural Differences with Marta Calder 15.10.2023 38min

  This week Kirsty is chatting to Marta Calder about the difference between living in Aberdeen and Milan, choosing to change degrees and growing up with dual citizenship. You can check out Marta on Instagram. ⁠To follow along with all things FAB head to ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠ or ⁠our website⁠. Don't forget to review, follow/subscribe and share the episode! New episodes recorded right here in Edinburgh released every Sunday evening. Gem of the City: August_21 Charity of the Week: Scottish SPCA Poem of the Week: 'Threshold' by Jackie Kay Coorie In Essential: Lap desk
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  Mindful Photography with Anastasia Fasta 08.10.2023 41min

  This week Kirsty is chatting to Anastasia Fasta all about mindful photography, creativity, life in Edinburgh and much more. You can check Anastasia out on Instagram (@fasta_photograph) and her website. To follow along with all things FAB head to Instagram (@storiesand_stanzas), TikTok (@storiesandstanzas) or our website (www.storiesandstanzas.com). Don't forget to review, follow/subscribe and share the episode! New episodes recorded right here in Edinburgh released every Sunday evening.  Charity of the Week: Woodland Trust Gem of the City: Artisan Pasta Maker Poem of the Week: 'Autumn Compensations' by Helen Cruickshank
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  Hypnotherapy and Generational Trauma with Tyra Lee 24.09.2023 49min

  This week Kirsty is chatting to Tyra Lee all about hypnotherapy, moving to Edinburgh during lockdown, generational trauma, and much more! You can check out Tyra Lee on Instagram. To follow along with all things FAB head to Instagram, TikTok or our website. Don't forget to review, follow/subscribe and share the episode! New episodes recorded right here in Edinburgh released every Sunday evening. Check out our sister podcast: Conceptual Conversations for episodes discussing different concepts every Saturday! Charity of the Week: Vintage Vibes Poem of the Week: 'Monument' by Katy Ewing
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  Stories of Scotland: How The Fringe Came To Be 10.09.2023 21min

  In this month's stories of Scotland episode Kirsty is delving into the history of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and how it came to be. To follow along with all things FAB head to Instagram, TikTok and our website. Follow/Subscribe, tell a friend and leave us a review! Poem of the Week: 'Angels of August' by Kirsty Taylor Gem of the City: Bonnie and Wild Charity of the Week: Capital Theatres
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  Being a Woman in STEM with Karisma Kapur 23.08.2023 40min

  This week Kirsty is chatting to Karisma Kapur all about being a woman in STEM, starting a business at a young age, and much more. You can check out Karisma on Instagram. To follow along with all things FAB head to Instagram, TikTok or our website. Don't forget to review, follow/subscribe and share the episode! New episodes recorded right here in Edinburgh released every Sunday evening. Check out our sister podcast: Small Talk for episodes discussing different concepts every Saturday! Charity of the Week: The Yard Scotland Poem of the Week: 'Fringe Poem 2022' by Natasha Tripney