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14 January 2025

Episode 692

30 minutes


Photo: Alex Treadway

We take a closer look at the earth beneath our feet. Writer Jennifer Lucy Allan delves into the human history of this ancient material, and we visit the maker Bisila Noha at her London studio. Then: Adam Weismann, co-founder of Clayworks, reflects on his journey working with clay as a building material and wall finish. 

14 January 2025

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Chapter 1

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Chapter 1

‘Clay: A Human History’

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Writer Jennifer Lucy Allan discusses examples from her book, published by White Rabbit Books, that demonstrate how clay has informed the built environment.

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‘Clay: A Human History’

Chapter 2

7 minutes


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Chapter 2

Bisila Noha

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We visit the studio of an artist working predominantly in clay, to discuss the dynamic in her work and her approach to making.

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Chapter 3

10 minutes


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Chapter 3

Clayworks

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Adam Weissman, co-founder of Clayworks, discusses his journey working with clay, and moving from building structures to developing a range of plaster finishes suited to contemporary buildings.

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