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Betsy Greer is a writer, speaker and advocate for the benefits of craft as a tool for change.
In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Betsy Greer.
Betsy Greer is a writer, speaker and advocate for the benefits of craft as a tool for change. In this episode, Betsy shares how this idea came to life, how crafting can be a tool for empowerment, and why it’s such a powerful form of storytelling. This conversation goes pretty deep pretty fast but it was a great opportunity to dive into the topic that I couldn't miss.
If you like this use of needlework, my NeedleXChange with Kate Kretz might also inspire you.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:30 - Craftivism: A Personal Journey
00:07:32 - Personal Transformation Through Craft
00:10:25 - The Role of Choice in Craftivism
00:13:39 - Documenting Change Through Textiles
00:16:32 - The Impact of Personal Narratives
00:22:29 - The Intersection of History and Craft
00:25:27 - The Pragmatic Approach to Change
00:30:13 - Addressing Overwhelming Issues in Apparel Factories
00:32:03 - Finding Local Solutions to Global Problems
00:34:29 - The Role of Creativity in Activism
Links:
Website: hellobetsygreer.com
Instagram: craftivista
Intro music is Fearless and Faithful by Christian Anderson via Epidemic Sound.
About NeedleXChange:
NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.
Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.
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