5. Bernie McGill: Our Art
During the Troubles, Bernie McGill was often told to be careful about what she said. Now she makes a living out of words and works with others learning to find their voices.
Through hidden histories, untold stories and intimate perspectives, five more essayists reveal aspects of a Northern Ireland outsiders rarely get to hear about, but which each of these writers inhabits and intuitively understands.
Growing up in a nationalist area when the Troubles were at their worst, author Bernie McGill was often told to be careful what she said. Strange then - or maybe not strange at all - that today Bernie makes a living out of words and is working with others finding their voices.
Producer: Conor Garrett
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