Weekend Woman’s Hour – Music artist Raye, COPA 71 and Imelda May on the Yeats sisters
Mar 9, 2024
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A rising music artist Raye discusses her Brit awards wins and experiences in the industry. The Copa 71 documentary reveals the untold story of the 1971 Women's World Cup. Imelda May sheds light on the forgotten Yeats sisters' contributions to art. The tragic case of Sarah Everard and the fight against violence on women is also highlighted.
Raye showcased resilience by overcoming challenges in the music industry and achieving success as an independent artist.
The Yeats sisters, Elizabeth and Susan, played pivotal roles in promoting women's economic independence and creativity, despite being overshadowed by their famous brothers.
Liz Jensen's journey of grief and resilience after losing her son Raphael emphasizes the transformative nature of loss and the importance of honoring loved ones' legacies.
Deep dives
Ray's Journey to Success
Ray, the South London singer-songwriter, faced challenges in her music career, including being stuck in a record label contract. After going public with her frustrations, she became an independent artist and achieved significant success. Her album reached number two in the charts, she won awards, and performed at prestigious venues, showcasing her resilience and determination.
The Forgotten Yates Sisters
Elizabeth and Susan Yates, sisters of well-known poets WB and Jack Yates, were unsung heroes of the Irish cultural and literary revival. They founded a women-only arts and crafts guild to support women's economic independence and creativity. Despite their significant contributions, their legacy has been overshadowed by their brothers, highlighting the need to recognize their remarkable achievements.
Navigating Grief and Loss
Author Liz Jensen shares her journey of grief and resilience after losing her son, Raphael, a wildlife biologist and activist. Liz grapples with the premonition of losing her child and describes the deep impact of Raphael's unexpected passing. Through processing her grief and finding connections with Raphael, Liz emphasizes the importance of living well in honor of her son's memory.
Understanding Personal Time as Kyros Moment
Liz Jensen describes the profound impact of her son's death as a Kyros moment, a transformative event that altered her perception of time and life. This moment challenged her perspective on grief, resilience, and the connection between the past and present. By embracing this Kyros moment, Liz navigates the complexities of grief and finds peace in honoring her son's legacy.
Coping with Loss and Finding Connection
Liz Jensen shares her experience of communicating with her late son, Raphael, and finding signs of connection that offer solace and comfort. Through these spiritual connections, Liz navigates the journey of loss and grief with a sense of continued presence and communication. She highlights the power of shared experiences and connections with others who have lost loved ones, emphasizing the importance of finding connection and sharing stories of remembrance.
The South London singer-songwriter Raye joins Emma Barnett following her record-breaking six wins at the Brit awards last weekend. Raye tells us about her grandma Agatha who joined her on stage after winning Best Album for My 21st Century Blues. She also talks about being a woman in the music industry and the strength she has found from fellow female musician Charli XCX.
A new documentary, Copa 71, follows the trailblazing women who headed to Mexico for an unofficial Women's World Cup in 1971. Woman's football had been banned in many countries including the UK for 50 years. Unperturbed 6 teams gathered and played in front of crowds of 100,000 fans. One of those players, Chris Lockwood joins Anita Rani alongside co-director of the film Rachel Ramsay.
On the 3rd March 2021, Sarah Everard was murdered by Wayne Couzens, an off-duty police officer. The incident sparked national outrage and a surge in fighting violence against women and girls. Three years on, how much has changed? Emma Barnett speaks to the Detective Inspector who interviewed Wayne Couzens, Nick Harvey.
Imelda May talks about her new documentary Lily and Lolly: The Forgotten Yeats Sisters, on Sky Arts. Elizabeth and Susan Yeats (also known as Lolly and Lily) founded a women-only arts and crafts guild to promote women’s economic and cultural independence. Overshadowed by their famous brothers, W.B Yeats and Jack Butler Yeats…until now.
The author Liz Jensen’s son Raphael was a wildlife biologist, an environmental activist, and a prominent member of Extinction Rebellion. In 2020, at the age of 25, he unexpectedly collapsed and died due to an unknown heart condition. Liz speaks to Emma about her new memoir, Your Wild and Previous Life, about her process of grief, hope and rebellion.
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