The Wacky Podcast

7 | Trae Harris on Eccentricity | The Wacky Podcast

Trae Harris is a wonderful human being who truly lives with her passions and creative self-expression in the forefront. Born and raised in Baltimore, and thoroughly bred in Brooklyn, Trae Harris is a multidisciplinary artist who incorporates the poetry of movement, the written word, visual aesthetics, and esoteric mysticism into their work to reimagine and explore the healing journeys of queer women of color in the Americas through storytelling. Hear our conversation from 2020, as Trae tells me about their performing arts interest, an artistic journey that began with dance. Follow Trae on Instagram at: @misstraeharris https://www.instagram.com/misstraeharris?igsh=MTd5anlqZGlucHIxYg== And Trae’s website below: https://www.traeharris.com Follow Wacky on @wackyzine https://www.instagram.com/wackyzine Email Wacky your thoughts, feedback, ideas to wackyzine@gmail.com Wacky aims to raise awareness for important topics and encourage people to seek support. It’s ok not to be ok. Please see below for some links to charitable organisation where you can receive free mental health support - UK-focussed, if you are based outside of the UK, please search the internet for mental health support lines available in your country. General Mental Health Support: Samaritans: Phone: 116 123 Website: www.samaritans.org ASSISTline Phone: 0800 689 5652 Website: www.spuk.org.uk/national-suicide-prevention-helpline-uk PAPYRUS Phone: 0800 068 41 41 Website: www.papyrus-uk.org/ C.A.L.M. (Campaign Against Living Miserably) Phone: 0800 58 58 58 Webchat: www.thecalmzone.net/help/webchat Website: www.thecalmzone.net Sane Phone: 0300 304 7000 Support Forum: www.sane.org.uk/what_we_do/support/supportforumWebsite: www.sane.org.uk | www.mindout.org.uk | | www.hubofhope.co.uk |

6 | Azua Echevarria on Eccentricity, first official Video Podcast Interviewed by Heather Waterfield.

Welcome to episode six of The Wacky Podcast, which is accompanied by a video if you wish to watch as well as listen! Trigger Warning: this content addresses topics relating to mental health. Cover star of Wacky Zine The Eccentricity Issue 2020, artist and healer Azua, is a true inspiration, living by example through everything she does, says and wears. Azua is led by and in connection with spirit and nature above all, and in 2024 she is living her dream exploring an off-grid, sustainable lifestyle with her partner, Toni. This conversation was recorded in the summer of 2020 via video call, which was in the height of the pandemic. I feel lucky to have been able to interview Azua across the world in the USA especially during such a time of isolation for many, her words and energy have contributed to my own journey of self-exploration and connection to spirit. Listen to (and watch) our uplifting and deep conversation as we discuss themes relating to eccentricity, self-expression and how Azua's attitude and way of living contributes positively to her mental health, and of course, overall well-being. Follow Azua on Instagram and Tiktok at: @styleisforus along with her other Instagram pages linked below: https://www.instagram.com/styleisforus https://www.instagram.com/2doperags https://www.instagram.com/wildwomantwinflame https://www.instagram.com/ageintobeauty Follow Wacky on @wackyzine https://www.instagram.com/wackyzine Email Wacky your thoughts, feedback, ideas to wackyzine@gmail.com Wacky aims to raise awareness for important topics and encourage people to seek support. It’s ok not to be ok. Please see below for some links to charitable organisation where you can receive free mental health support - UK-focussed, if you are based outside of the UK, please search the internet for mental health support lines available in your country. General Mental Health Support: Samaritans: Phone: 116 123 Website: www.samaritans.org ASSISTline Phone: 0800 689 5652 Website: www.spuk.org.uk/national-suicide-prevention-helpline-uk PAPYRUS Phone: 0800 068 41 41 Website: www.papyrus-uk.org/ C.A.L.M. (Campaign Against Living Miserably) Phone: 0800 58 58 58 Webchat: www.thecalmzone.net/help/webchat Website: www.thecalmzone.net Sane Phone: 0300 304 7000 Support Forum: www.sane.org.uk/what_we_do/support/supportforumWebsite: www.sane.org.uk | www.mindout.org.uk | | www.hubofhope.co.uk |

5 | Wendy Benn, on dancing and the Beatnik movement | A Wacky Podcast Short

Listen to this bite-size, family themed episode with Heather’s Nan, Wendy Benn. Wendy tells her story of a bohemian lifestyle whilst growing up in 60s and 70s London. Led by one of the most true and authentic forms of self-expression - dancing - in my nan’s case, to traditional Jazz during her Beatnik days. We record in the garden during the summer of 2020. Cover illustration of Wendy and a dancing partner, aged approximately 17. Artwork and interview by Heather Waterfield.

4 | Franceleslia Millien on Eccentricity, Interviewed by Heather Waterfield for The Wacky Podcast

Welcome to Episode Four of The Wacky Podcast. Trigger Warning: this content addresses topics relating to mental health like suicide, which some listeners may find distressing. Explicit language and conversations not suitable for children. Heather Waterfield interviews Franceleslia Millien on the topic of Eccentricity. Born and raised in NYC, based in LA, listen to my conversation with Fashion Stylist and founder of S.M.I.LE LLC as she shares her story, and discuss how her ability to express herself through her vibrant personality, style, voice and work has only had hugely positive affects on her mental health and life. Franceleslia first featured in The Eccentricity Issue of Wacky Zine 2020. See Franceleslia’s illustrated portrait by Heather Waterfield on the cover. Franceleslia is a strong and creative woman and power house and I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as so enjoyed it. Follow Franceleslia on Instagram at @franceleslia https://www.instagram.com/franceleslia?igsh=eGJjaXI4bnlmcjA2 @s.m.i.l.e.hq Instagram https://www.instagram.com/s.m.i.l.e.hq?igsh=MWIxZWx4MHBqNDlpbA== S.M.I.LE. Unfiltered Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/s-m-i-l-e-unfiltered/id1717280724 Read more about Franceleslia in this Interview with VoyageLA https://voyagela.com/interview/community-highlights-meet-franceleslia-millien-of-s-m-i-l-e/ Email Wacky your thoughts, feedback, ideas to heather@wackyzine.com Or head to the website www.wackyzine.com Wacky aims to raise awareness for important topics and encourage people to seek support. It’s ok not to be ok. Please see below for some links to charitable organisation where you can receive free mental health support - UK focussed, if you are based outside of the UK, please search the internet for mental health support lines available in your country: General Mental Health Support: Samaritans: Phone: 116 123 Website: www.samaritans.org/ ASSISTline Phone: 0800 689 5652 Website: www.spuk.org.uk/national-suicide-prevention-helpline-uk PAPYRUS Phone: 0800 068 41 41 Website: www.papyrus-uk.org/ C.A.L.M. (Campaign Against Living Miserably) Phone: 0800 58 58 58 Webchat: www.thecalmzone.net/help/webchat Website: www.thecalmzone.net Sane Phone: 0300 304 7000 Support Forum: www.sane.org.uk/what_we_do/support/supportforum Website: www.sane.org.uk | www.mindout.org.uk | | www.hubofhope.co.uk |

3 | Tova Kaye on Eccentricity, Interviewed by Heather Waterfield for The Wacky Podcast

Welcome to Episode Three of The Wacky Podcast. Trigger Warning: this content addresses topics relating to mental health like suicide and eating disorders, which some listeners may find distressing. Explicit language and conversations not suitable for children. Heather Waterfield interviews Tova Kaye on the topic of Eccentricity. Listen to Tova share her mental health story and how her ability to express herself through her style has shaped her life. Tova first featured in The Eccentricity Issue of Wacky Zine 2020. See Tova’s illustrated portrait by Heather Waterfield on the cover. Follow Tova on Instagram at @tova_k https://www.instagram.com/tova_k/ Watch Tova’s video with StyleLikeU: The Tribal, 70s, Palm Springs Fantasy Land That is Tova Kaye - on Youtube: youtu.be/YJuKyPfQUMw?si=oBVK6J9XVntOtL6XEmail Wacky your thoughts, feedback, ideas to heather@wackyzine.comOr head to the website www.wackyzine.com Wacky aims to raise awareness for important topics and encourage people to seek support. It’s ok not to be ok. Please see below for some links to charitable organisation where you can receive free mental health support - UK focussed, if you are based outside of the UK, please search the internet for mental health support lines available in your country:Eating Disorder Helpline and support: Website: www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/get-help-for-myself/i-need-support-now/helplines/General Mental Health Support:Samaritans:Phone: 116 123Website: www.samaritans.org/ ASSISTlinePhone: 0800 689 5652Website: www.spuk.org.uk/national-suicide-prevention-helpline-ukPAPYRUSPhone: 0800 068 41 41Website: www.papyrus-uk.org/ C.A.L.M. (Campaign Against Living Miserably)Phone: 0800 58 58 58Webchat: www.thecalmzone.net/help/webchatWebsite: www.thecalmzone.netSanePhone: 0300 304 7000Support Forum: www.sane.org.uk/what_we_do/support/supportforumWebsite: www.sane.org.uk | www.mindout.org.uk | | www.hubofhope.co.uk |