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Nov 2023
53m 6s

Series 2: Josh Baker Answers Listener Qu...

Bbc Radio 5 Live
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<p>Josh answers your questions about Shamima Begum and the making of the multi-award winning series. Recorded in front of an audience at the BBC’s Radio Theatre in London, Naga Munchetty puts your questions to Josh including: what is it about this story that captures the imagination and curiosity of so many people? How did Josh keep safe while making the ... Show More
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