RACHEL PUGH

A dynamic storyteller, writer and award-winning health journalist, with a commitment to giving a voice to those who lack one. Rachel is also a creative communicator.

4-star reviews in Edinburgh for Bog Standard

"Bog Standard is probably the sleeper hit of this year’s Edinburgh Tradfest.”

Rachel playing cello in a tent at Edinburgh

Credit: Andy Ladell 

Storytelling for Rachel is a joyful adventure into new worlds, woven by an alchemy of well-chosen words, innovative music making, dance and a good dose of humour.

Join her in exploring new creative territories.

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She has the science, the energy and experience to tackle projects requiring analysis, knowledge and a creative approach.

In a versatile journalistic career working for national newspapers, BBC radio and television, multinational companies and the NHS, Rachel is proud of having shone an exclusive light on issues such as health inequalities, FGM (female genital mutilation), disaster medicine, and the role of arts in health - all areas to which she remains committed.

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