UK Desk for Arts Express

They said it was just about the bins. But if you’ve ever lived on an estate, you know better — it always starts with the bins.

In this episode, I’m reporting from the streets of Birmingham, a city on …

Sitting down with Greenaway, aka The Lit Crit Guy, for a chat about his new book felt like pulling back the curtain on something we all live in but rarely name: a system so inescapable, so total, tha…

The independent publisher that’s been shaking up the literary scene with its bold, anti-establishment ethos. From philosophy to politics, music to subcultures, Repeater has carved out a space for rad…

For this weeks UK Desk, I reflect on my experiences in the UK film and creative scene and the current plight facing the industry at the moment which has left more then 70% out of work across the sect…

And I wonder—if Dazai were alive today, would he even stand a chance? Would he be dismissed as “too bleak” for publishers? Would he be buried under a thousand AI-generated books designed to mimic his…

In what can only be described as the collision of performance art, digital fame, and a deep misunderstanding of reality, I sat down with Paul Hind – the self-proclaimed Commander of the 75th century …

On this special episode of the UK Desk for Arts Express, Jack Clarke bring a new segment to the table from his days at school; Who would win in a fight?

Get ready for the ultimate clash of worlds in t…

In what can only be described as the pinnacle of domestic drama meets geopolitical analysis, for some reason I interviewed Dr. Matthew Alford while he hoovered his stairs. 

Yes, truly groundbreaking r…

On this episode of Arts Express, Jack Clarke dives into a fascinating conversation with author and pastor Russ Ramsey about the intersection of art, faith, and the human experience. From Van Gogh's y…

On this episode of Arts Express, we welcome the multitalented April Brucker, ventriloquist, comedienne, and author, alongside her outspoken puppet May Wilson. Known for her unique humor and unforgett…

On this episode of Arts Express, UK Desk host Jack Clarke asked historian Greg Eghigian why UFOs have remained such a resilient and captivating phenomenon in global culture—and what that tells us abo…

On this week’s segment of the UK Desk for Arts Express, join Jack Clarke for a deep dive into the provocative world of Yukio Mishima, one of Japan’s most enigmatic and controversial literary figures.…

In this episode of Arts Express, UK Desk host Jack Clarke welcomes Sam Cullis, the driving force behind the newly rebranded London Breeze Film Festival. With years of championing emerging talent, Sam…

In this episode of Arts Express, UK Desk host Jack Clarke delves into the eclectic world of William Banks, a creative artist based in New York City whose work transcends traditional boundaries. From …

In this episode of Arts Express, UK Desk host Jack Clarke embarks on an in-depth exploration of Zardoz, John Boorman’s 1974 cult film, as it marks its 50th anniversary. Revisiting the surreal and pro…