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Apr 2022
28m 31s

Where's Our Book Deal?!

THE TIMES
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Giles and Esther talk through this week's papers; from the Queen's Jubilee and reusable Burger King boxes, to Elon Musk and post-covid customer service. Giles is on a mission to try and get a book deal and Esther is delighted to see Mo Tenzing has come home.


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Producer: Ben Mitchell



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