Listen to my latest podcasts production for MPs Ian Lavery, John Trickett, and former MP Laura Smith.

Great debate and discussion about working class issues and how the working class vote can be won back to Labour

In todays moments podcast I have the absolute pleasure to welcome former Miner and now Member of Parliament for Wansbeck  in Northumberland Ian Lavery M.P.

Ian tells us about his moment with the  track from the Clash – I fought the Law. Ian’s  track relates to the Miners strike of 1984/5 and he tells us how it shaped his life and the community he fought for and represented.

My latest co production with Actor and Cultural Architect Charles Reese

“There is never a time in the future in which we will work out our salvation. The challenge is in the moment, the time is always now.”― James BaldwinWelcome to the “Soul on Fire” Podcast.Part One. The 20th Anniversary/Reunion with the Original Cast Members of the Off-Broadway play: James Baldwin A Soul on Fire written by Howard Simon ( 1962 -2000)Actor/Cultural Architect, Charles Reese and Actor/Tony Award Nominee, Forrest McClendon come together to bear witness 20 years later. They share their personal journey from getting the Off-Broadway James Baldwin play project in 2000 from page to stage; what happens when tragedy strikes; and the “will power” to carry on.The Soul on Fire Podcast is a partnership between Soveks Lo Radio & Podcast Productions ( UK) and Teeth & Eyes Communications, LLC (USA). Interviews were completed via a series of Zoom conversations and edited into this “10 minute audio digital format” ( with selected archival photos) as a tool to engage, educate and entertain our global village in this time of Covid-19 and Civil UnRest. Stay Tuned for Part Two. And so it is. Continue to go where your blood beats. Stay well. Stay safe. Stay alert. Vote in November. Share. Share. Share. Carry On!

In this second podcast of 8.46 – The rebirth of the fight, – the transatlantic conversation with Charles Reese and Helen Mitchell continues discussing events that are reshaping the world. Following the murder of George Floyd they discuss the role of social media, the impact of Covid and reflect on the words of Gil Scott Heron- the revolution will not be televised-

8.46 the rebirth of the fight’ Part 1 – In my latest podcast we the discuss the killing of George Floyd and how 8.46 could change the world.
Im joined by Actor, Author, Cultural Architect Charles Reece, from Los Angles and London, Corporate events specialist, business consultant and former journalist and tv and film executive- Helen Mitchell. Join me for this great discussion put together in a Soveks Lo style – music and audio clips.

It was my absolute pleasure to interview the Morning Star’s National Campaign Manager, Calvin Tucker.

Calvin has a long association with Venezuela, first visiting the country over twenty years ago. He openly admits to being obsessed with Venezuelan politics which grew out of the election of Hugo Chavez in 2008.

However, Venezuela’s political system is under threat from the USA and its allies, who are actively trying to overthrow the socialist regime.

This podcast with Calvin offers a different narrative to the mainstream media’s view to one of the most urbanised countries in South America.

In the Moments music series I had the pleasure to interview local government officer Christine Lehmann. She tells us about her moment with the Massive Attack track Teardrop. Born and raised in the USA, now living and working in London she tells us and how Teardrop relates to her life’s journey not just in relation to leaving the US but finding that life changing journey.

In the new Moments music series I interview comedian, broadcaster, community worker and activist Donald Mack. He tells us about his moment with the Special’s track Ghost Town and how Ghost Town captures that moment in his life. He places the track in an historical era that changed British political and industrial society, you can hear this moment with Donald Mack

42 years ago this week the National Front were stopped in Lewisham by anti racist coalition.
This event played a major part in the start of the fall of the National Front. During the 1970s the NF had made major gains in elections and were building a racist movement.
The NF organised a march through Lewisham is South London, they were physically confronted by the local comunity, trade unionists, and anti racisits. Even with Police protection the march capitulated.
Set with the backdrop of the music of the time here are Stories from the Battle of Lewisham.

I have had some fantastic feedback form this podcast:

Adilah Barnes from the LA Women’s Theatre writes:  “Charles, this is one of the most BRILLIANT interviews I have ever heard!!!
In part it is because as a wordsmith, it is your channeled spirit of James Baldwin that comes alive and it is also brilliant because of the meshing together of your spoken word in the interview, the voiceover of James Baldwin speaking for himself, and the carefully and lovingly chosen deeply soulful music that underscores this insightful interview.
In my opinion, Charles, you have found your greatest creative calling, my friend, through “edutainment” as you keep Baldwin alive for those of us who are familiar with him AND those you are now introducing him to in both the U.S. and Europe…
You inspire me to want to dust my historical solo show off and get back out there!
(And yes, you may quote me  above as you so choose.:)
Proud of you, Charles!
Keep on keeping on with your timely, vital and socially-conscious work!!! (James Baldwin is smiling at you..:)”

Gamal Palmer, Senior VP Leadership at the Jewish Fedeation of Greater Los Angeles writes: “Charles Reese This is simply sublime . Thank you for your work and for taking us to the soul of who we are and providing a path for the future . I am honored to share this planet with you and your gifts .”

Amy Shea, Yocum Institute for Arts Education writes: “Incredibly moving and so important for this time and place!!”

“I loved the podcast, so well composed. Charles,  you sound terrific. The production surrounds you and amplifies the point and impression so powerfully. ”
–-Ed Pavlic ( Author of Who Can Improvise? James Baldwin and Black Music, the Lyric & the Listeners).