Gemma Cairney: Making a Scene

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When the polymath, writer, and radio DJ broadcaster Gemma Cairney encounters challenging moments in life, she draws courage from research and conversation with those around her who are making moves and changes in their own lives. Join Cairney for a celebration of some of the people who have inspired us and made us look at the world differently. Who are our cultural cohorts and how do support them? Cairney is joined by Jacqueline Crooks, Brigitte Aphrodite, Lo Lo No and more guests. 

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Festival Late Nights

This series of dynamic after-hours events in The Wee Red Bar venue brings music, lively discussion, and performances to the Festival. The series features Damian Barr hosting a special Edinburgh edition of his Literary Salon, Gemma Cairney celebrating inspiring individuals who are pushing for change, and music and stories from The Hungry Beat Group who will perform a live set along with guest vocalists. Grab a drink and settle in…

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