In this episode of Crafted Reality we continue our conversation from last month. This one’s a short and sweet 20-minute catch-up with just us (Allie & Julian), sharing what we’re currently working on, the ideas that have been capturing our attention lately and also talk about some bits of inspiration.

Think of it as a little window into the in-between - the projects in progress, the thoughts still forming and the threads we’re starting to follow.

LINKS

Books:
Book of Bogs - Edited by Anna Chilvers & Clare Shaw https://www.annachilvers.co.uk/the-book-of-bogs

Art Cure - Daisy Fancourt
https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/Art-Cure-by-Daisy-Fancourt/9781529935547

TV Series:
Wonder Man - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHuWmjXsReU

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In this episode of Crafted Reality, we turn our attention to a project that sits very close to home - Gentle Gathering. Part supper club, part social experiment and part invitation to connect, Gentle Gathering explores what happens when technology, conversation and shared space come together with care. Across a series of prototypes, we’ve been asking simple but layered questions:-

1. How might AI support, rather than replace, human connection?
2. What does it mean to design a space where people feel able to speak, listen and linger?
3. And how can an experience hold both structure and spontaneity?

This conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the thinking, testing and unexpected discoveries shaping Gentle Gathering so far. If you’re enjoying the podcast and want to support what we do, we’d love for you to check out our Patreon page. You’ll get access to bonus content, early guest announcements, the chance to ask questions, and more. Your support really helps us keep the podcast going - thank you so much for listening!

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Welcome back!!

2026 brings with it a new season for the Crafted Reality Podcast.

In our Season 2 kickoff episode, we look back on what Season 1 taught us and share some thoughts on where we’re heading as we move toward 2026 - creatively, collaboratively and curiously.

If you’re enjoying the podcast and want to support what we do, we’d love for you to check out our Patreon page. You’ll get access to bonus content, early guest announcements, the chance to ask questions, and more. Your support really helps us keep the podcast going - thank you so much for listening.

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