Aimee van Drimmelen [The Backhomes]; Funny Women Festival

Program Title: Women on Air: February 18, 2014
Description: In this episode host Jenn Harmer talks with Aimee van Drimmelen one half of local band The Backhomes. We discuss the band's musical inspiration and the journey to where they are now with their music today. Aimee is also a current Artist in Residence at the Royal BC Museum, we talk about her work behind the scenes doing artistic interpretations of the museums specimens.

The second half focuses on an interview with Kirsten van Ritzen who is the Artistic Director of the Funny Women Festival taking place in Victoria. This festival focuses on women in comedy also discussed are the motivations and challenges of women in the comedy industry.

There is also a short interview with Kay from the Women's Centre talking about their current Panty Drive; collecting goods and funds for Peers Victoria and the Downtown East Side Women's Centre.

Host(s): Jenn Harmer
Featured Speakers/Guests: Aimee van Drimmelen Kirsten van Ritzen

Credits: CFUV 101.9 FM

Comments: music [artist-album-track]

The Backhomes - Only Friend - You Gotta Move
The Backhomes - Only Friend - Backwards Sunshine