The Disconnected Bodies Podcast | Episode One | Anna Clarke and Libby Esler - Let's Create and Reuse

In this episode two powerhouse creatives who are reshaping how we think about sustainability and education.We have Anna Clarke—with over 25 years in fashion retail, including launching Tu Clothing for Sainsbury’s in 2004, and represented on national platforms like Good Morning Britain and This Morning.Joining her is Libby Esler —a creative facilitator, designer, and community artist with over two decades of experience. With a background in fashion, costume, and theatre.Together, Anna and Libby are leading the Let’s Create and Reuse programme—a sustainability-focused textile initiative for schools across Coventry and Warwickshire. The project tackles the environmental impact of fast fashion through hands-on learning. Find out more on their website.The Disconnected Bodies Podcast Hosted by Pablo ColellaFor the curious and creative, The Disconnected Bodies Podcast is a space for bold conversations with leaders across the UK’s creative sector. Hosted by Pablo Colella, the series brings together diverse voices and sharp opinions from the forefront of culture, creativity, and change. From visionary artists to industry insiders, each episode unpacks the strategies, stories, and provocations shaping the creative landscape today. and asks what’s next for those daring to disrupt it.About Disconnected BodiesDisconnected Bodies is a UK-based social enterprise and arts audience consultancy dedicated to improving access to the arts, culture, and heritage.Positioning creativity as a public good, they guide bold cultural projects and leaders in choosing, creating, and engaging “brilliant arts experiences” Their services include:Audience profiling, research and evaluation – using dialogue-driven, psychologically informed methods to understand motivations and barriers Arts marketing and engagement roadmaps – strategic planning tailored for Arts Council England funded organisations Grant-writing support – helping clients secure public funding and amplify under‑represented voices Key impact metrics:Operating for 20 years, across 15 countries.Reaching 720,000+ people in 2025, with 825 hours of free consultancy and 2.1 million digital engagementsAt the helm is founder Pablo Colella, the UK's leading cultural audience psychology consultant.www.disconnectedbodies.cowww.instagram.com/disconnectedbodies