This week Kate talks with Arrivalists Patrick M Barrett about his writing, life in lockdown caring for his elderly parents, a love of Dublin, beating cancer, and talking long walks. It is like a big warm hug of a chat so settle in with a cuppa. Links to Patricks' music are below. 

Kate also chats with Galia Arad who is a fascinating singer-songwriter, she has just released her brand new single 'Lions Den' and Kate talks with her about how an idea on the subway in New York caused her to be noticed by Shane McGowan and subsequently tour the world with Jools Holland. 

Music featured this week comes from Conchur White, Galia Arad, Babylamb, Why-axis, Jane Weaver, Brittany Howard, Ailbhe Reddy, Fears, Biig Piig and Emotional Oranges, Japanese Breakfast, Elliott Mo, and the iconic Grace Jones. 

The playlist is on Spotify and please also support musicians you like by purchasing their tunes. 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7A5hfZkwnTbD6h5sOv6Ppl?si=he8l1hj7T_iu_w4jM5QRRQ

https://thehedgeschools.bandcamp.com/