Betsy Greer - Godmother of Craftivism [NX071]

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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