2. Colm Tóibín's in his 70s
Colm Tóibín, celebrated author and poet, opens up about declining sexuality in his 70s. And he reflects on new opportunities for creativity and growth.
What is it like being a man in your 70s? In Episode 2 of Michael Rosen’s series about manhood and masculinity, celebrated author and poet Colm Tóibín shares how he feels less and less sexual energy as he ages, especially after surviving testicular cancer. But he’s far from depressed about it. In fact, he’s busy putting that energy to other uses.
In this episode, Colm speaks to the visceral realities of aging, but also the new opportunities for physical and creative self-discovery.
Presenter: Michael Rosen
Producer: Rich Power
Executive Producer: Dave Anderson
Sound Mixer: Dan King
Editor: Kirsten Lass
Production Manager: Emily Duffy
Commissioning Editor: Dan Clarke
A Loftus Media Production for BBC Radio 4
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- Sat 26 Sep 202610:15BBC Radio 4
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