The Grateful Web
Welcome to The Grateful Web—the podcast where art, science, and creative networks collide! Hosted by Manchester-based artist Dr Jo Clements, this series explores the rich ecosystems of artists, curators, and cultural thinkers whose ideas and collaborations shape the cultural landscape. Through candid conversations with artists, scientists, and creative practitioners, The Grateful Web celebrates and acknowledges the generosity, collaborative spirit, support and chance encounters that are essential fuel for artists’ success.
Rooted in the North West’s dynamic art scene, this podcast shines a light on the connections that drive creative communities—from world-renowned institutions to grassroots artist-led spaces. Whether you're an artist, a scientist, or simply someone who loves exploring the ideas that bind us, join us as we weave new connections, explore and expand our grateful web.
This podcast has been made possible with generous support from GMCA Inspire Fund (round 3) info here and by an a-n Artists Bursary (2024-25) info here
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- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 25 minutes
- Episodes
- 29
- Years Active
- 2025
#9 Weaving Connections with Mishka Henner
In this episode I’m joined by artist Mishka Henner. Born in Belgium and living in Manchester UK, Mishka’s work challenges conventional perspectives and encourages viewers to reconsider their relatio…
#8 Weaving Connections with Julie Lomax
On this episode I’m delighted to welcome someone who sits right at the heart of conversations about how artists survive, work, and thrive in the UK—Julie Lomax, Chief Executive of a-n The Artists Inf…
#7 Weaving Connections with Jenny Steele
Today’s guest is the brilliant Jenny Steele, an artist whose sculptural practice weaves together heritage techniques and deep emotion. Since 2020, Jenny has retrained extensively in loom weaving, bas…
#6 Weaving Connections with Matthew Cobb
In this episode I speak with the fascinating scientist and writer Matthew Cobb whose books and research cover a wide range of topics from, in no particular order – how we came to understand the proce…
#5 Weaving Connections with David Gledhill
In this episode I talk to the wonderful artist David Gledhill about his work and upcoming exhibition at Rogue Gallery, Manchester. David has exhibited widely both in the UK and internationally, inclu…
#4 Weaving Connections with Gherdai Hassell
#3 Weaving Connections with Dr Lucy Wright
#2 Weaving Connections with Gaynor Seville
Weaving Connections with Gaynor Seville
In this episode of The Grateful Web, I sit down with the brilliant Gaynor Seville, Creative Director of The Whitaker Museum and Art Gallery, to explore the rol…
Episode 1: Welcome to the Web
Welcome to The Grateful Web—the podcast where art, science, and creative networks collide! Hosted by Manchester-based artist Dr Jo Clements, this series explores the rich ecosystems of artists, curat…