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51. Class

Misplaced and superficial perceptions of class can affect your life in important ways. Sophie Duker, Heidi Regan and Ned Sedgwick are joined by comedian Suzie Ruffell.

Misplaced and superficial perceptions of class can affect your life in important ways. Sophie Duker, Heidi Regan and Ned Sedgwick are joined by comedian Suzie Ruffell to talk about the myths and realities of class in Britain today. Sophie talks about the importance of checking your privilege, Ned attempts to master a northern accent, Heidi explains how weird this 'class' thing seems to Aussies and Steve Ali talks about code-switching in a refugee camp.

Co-created by Deborah Frances-White for The Spontaneity Shop and 91热爆 Radio 4.

Produced by Al Riddell.

Music by Mark Hodge and Omahrose, produced by Nick Sheldon.

Clips:
Thinking Allowed (04/02/2019)
Moral Maze (29/03/2014)
The Matter of the North (14/08/2018)

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