Things Musicians Don't Talk About

Author: Hattie Butterworth & Rebecca Toal

Hattie Butterworth and Rebecca Toal host a podcast of insight and change in the classical music and arts professions. Delving into the often stigmatised worlds of mental health, injury, discrimination and productivity, classical music issues are spoken and revived. Join Hattie, Rebecca and guests for important conversations, inspiring moments of wisdom and poignant vulnerability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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107. Thangam Debbonaire & Eleanor Turner: The Political Musician | Live at RSM
Tuesday, 3 February, 2026

What role do musicians play in the political landscape? And how safe do they feel about speaking out without damaging their career prospects? In this episode, live from the Royal Society of Musicians, Hattie and Rebecca are joined by cellist and former Labour MP Thangam Debbonaire and harpist and activist Eleanor Turner. They explore the barriers musicians face to championing their political causes as we become increasingly aware of war, genocide, and climate change. -------------------------------------------------------------Thank you to the Royal Society of Musicians for its ongoing support. Become a member and donate today: https://www.rsmgb.org/Explore the UK Opera Association: https://www.ukoa.net/Explore Eleanor Turner's work: https://www.eleanorturner.biz/-------------------------------------------------------------Support TMDTADonate to our ongoing costs: https://www.gofundme.com/f/v9jgf-things-musicians-dont-talk-aboutWant to support us on a regular basis? Consider joining our Patreon from £1 a month: https://www.patreon.com/tmdta-------------------------------------------------------------Edited by Oscar Gormley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.