Paul is a mediator, a group facilitator, a storyteller, a therapist, and overall an artist. He was also the Centre Director of the Corrymeela Community and so witnessed first hand the thousands of individuals that come through our doors each year. His work in community relations here, during and post the Troubles, has led him into a variety of contexts and environments, including for a time sitting on the Parades Commission of Northern Ireland. In addition to his mediation work, he has extensive experience in community arts programmes and he's been behind large events that have sought to help our society deal with the legacy of the past. Paul has also worked in a therapeutic context, helping individuals process and unpack trauma. So his reach in our society has been both wide and deep. He is the author of “Between The Bells”, a book which recounts the varied experiences of many whose lives have been changed by their visit to Corrymeela. He has also produced short films, including “Vacancies”, a reflection on the lives lost during the Troubles. In this podcast we talk about Paul's life, from childhood to the work he's engaged in now. We touch on the intersection in his life and work with art, mediation and spirituality.

The Corrymeela Podcast

Corrymeela

The Corrymeela Podcast, Season 4, Episode 4. Paul Hutchinson

APR 22, 2026-1 MIN
The Corrymeela Podcast

The Corrymeela Podcast, Season 4, Episode 4. Paul Hutchinson

APR 22, 2026-1 MIN

Description

We talk to Paul Hutchinson about his life and work. Paul is a mediator, a group facilitator, a therapist and an artist. He spent several years as the centre director of Corrymeela and has written the book “Between The Bells”. He has also produced films including Vacancies which is a reflection on the lives lost during the Troubles.