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Mar 2023
43m 2s

Angry Man with a Camera

Bbc Radio 5 Live
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Nicky talks to Giles Duley, a conflict photographer, chef and founder of the Legacy of War Foundation. Giles lost three limbs when he stepped on a landmine in Afghanistan, where he was embedded with US troops and reporting on the conflict. He tells Nicky about overcoming his injuries and his determination to return to war zones as a triple amputee, and how cooking has helped with his mental health.

WARNING: This episode contains graphic descriptions of injury, violence and war

For details of organisations that can provide help and support for some of the issues raised, visit bbc.co.uk/actionline.

Produced by Audio Always Producer: Ailsa Rochester Editor: Jo Meek Sound: Rob Green

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