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The Sieve

The Sieve

By: Karen Anderson
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A podcast about the values we live by ... and the ones we leave behind.

Hosted by Karen Anderson of Fossoway Stables, The Sieve explores what truly matters in life, work, and the arts through honest, intimate conversations with people from all walks of life.

From creatives and change-makers to everyday thinkers, each guest shares the core values that shape their decisions, fuel their passions, and define their path.

Expect meaningful dialogue, surprising insights, and a gentle nudge to consider what you’d keep, and what you’d leave behind, if you were sifting your life through a sieve.

New episodes every Thursday.

Karen Anderson
Personal Development Personal Success Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Kate Latimer on Teen Motherhood, the Freedom to Choose & Finding Beauty in Unexpected Places
    Jul 3 2025

    In this tender, powerful conversation, Karen sits down with her friend Kate Latimer ... mother, maker, and creative soul ... for a moving exploration of what it means to live with integrity, even when life doesn’t go to plan.

    Together they speak about teen pregnancy, the power of being exposed to a different way of living, surviving domestic abuse, raising children while healing, and the role of creativity in reclaiming a sense of self. It’s a story about resilience, softness, and the quiet, stubborn act of staying true to who you are.

    If you’ve ever wrestled with how to hold beauty and struggle in the same breath, or wondered what it looks like to shape a meaningful life from the inside out, this one’s for you.

    Connect with Karen: www.instagram.com/karen.anderson.fossoway

    Connect with Kate: www.instagram.com/katelatimer_country

    Next up on The Sieve: Scientist and author Dr David Robert Grimes joins Karen for a conversation about truth, misinformation, and the human side of science

    Special thank you to the wonderful John McCusker for our theme tune.

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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • Finding Your Voice: Sam Kelly on Folk, Flow and the Stories that Shape Us
    Jun 26 2025

    In this episode of The Sieve, I sit down with the brilliant singer-songwriter Sam Kelly ... a BBC Folk Awards winning artist,and magnetic performer whose voice carries stories that feel both timeless and deeply personal.

    We talk about the early roots of Sam’s love for folk music, and how his grandfather’s influence shaped the artist he is today. Sam opens up about his journey through the public spotlight on Britain’s Got Talent, and the importance of trusting your gut when navigating the music industry, and life.

    We explore how he stays grounded when life gets noisy, what his creative process really looks like, and why making space for stillness is so essential. Plus, Sam shares the moving title track from his stunning new record, "Dreamers Dawn."

    Whether you’re a musician, a creative, or simply someone trying to stay true to yourself, this conversation offers warmth, insight, and a generous dose of inspiration.

    🎧 Listen in for:

    • The power of musical inheritance
    • What Britain’s Got Talent taught Sam about self-belief
    • Tools for finding your way back to yourself
    • Writing from intuition vs pressure
    • A special preview of Sam’s new track “Dreamers Dawn”

    🔗 Explore more of Sam’s work: www.samkelly.com

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    52 mins
  • The Happy Pear’s David Flynn on Joy, Business & Living with Purpose
    Jun 19 2025

    In this joyful, energising conversation, I sit down with David Flynn ... co-founder of The Happy Pear ... to explore what it really means to live with purpose, build a business from the heart, and find meaning in the everyday.

    We talk about the early days of The Happy Pear, the power of habit, and how David and his twin brother Steve have built a values-led movement grounded in community, curiosity, and good food. From 4am sea swims to fatherhood, failure, and staying aligned through change, David shares with honesty and humour what continues to light him up.

    Whether you're dreaming of starting something new, looking to reconnect with what matters, or just need a fresh dose of inspiration, this one will leave you smiling.

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    41 mins
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