Podcast recording with the participants of the Harvesting Light performance (2024). Participants: Patrick Twigger, farmer and landowner of the solar panel site, Gwen Burns the Squire of the Morris Dance Side 'The Bounds of Selwood' & Laura Holden, Morris Dancer and creator of the sun effigy created for the performance

<p dir="ltr">The podcast examines and reflects on the Harvesting Light project which revealed strong thematic connections between community engagement, technological impact on landscapes, and cultural continuity. It examined how aligning artistic practices with local and seasonal customs can foster deeper community participation and a sense of belonging. Discussions included how the integration of folk custom, symbolism, and mythology developed with the participants enriched the narrative and strengthened ties between tradition and modernity. The podcast also highlighted how renewable energy technologies can reshape perceptions of rural landscapes, drawing parallels with historical shifts depicted in British landscape painting. The podcast explored how artistic documentation through animated paintings provided a medium for exploring identity, sustainability, and adaptation in the face of climate change. The landowner shared information on how the celebrations of harvest time have changed within his lifetime. </p>