In this episode of The Sieve, Karen is joined by Dr David Robert Grimes ... physicist, cancer researcher, and author of The Irrational Ape ... for a wide-ranging conversation about truth, belief, and the battle against misinformation in a noisy world.

Together, they explore why humans are so susceptible to conspiracy thinking, how science communication can be both powerful and flawed, and what it really takes to stay curious and grounded in a culture that often rewards certainty over nuance. David shares personal insights from his own work in science and media, as well as his experiences navigating public discourse during some of the most polarising debates of our time.

This is an episode about evidence but also about empathy. A reminder that behind every strong opinion is often a story worth listening to.

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.

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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.

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