In our penultimate episode of this series, we ask why does representation within Scotland's creative industries mattrer? You will hear different parts from a conversation hosted by podcast producer and music writer Halina Rifai with panellists Danielle Jam, Kumi McKenna and Mobo Agoro. Originally from Aberdeen, Danielle trained as an actor and now does this professionally, Kumi is an illustrator and designer and her work is primarily in print-making, and she takes a lot of inspiration from her Japanese culture and Scottish heritage. Mobo is a talent manager based in Glasgow working mainly in the genre of hip hop, he also runs the platform UP2STANDRD.

This third episode asks how can the North East be more supportive of BPoC creatives? You will hear different parts from a conversation hosted by Aberdeen Archives, Galleries and Museums as a Learning Manager Rachel Thibbotumunuwe, self-taught digital illustrator Natasha Falconer, self-taught Ceramist potter Leonie Cowie and Director of Film & Television Tim Courtney. Natasha started her career as a scientist and is now a self-taught digital illustrator.

This second episode discusses more of our faces in decision-making spaces. You will hear different parts from a conversation hosted by Cultural Producer Tomiwa Folorunso, Independent Consultant and Campaigner Talat Yaqoob and Director and Founder of We Are Here Scotland, Ica Headlam exploring this.

Rise Up! 2023 takes place 5 & 6 May in Aberdeen. Full information - aberdeenperformingarts.com/rise-up-2023