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Radio London,25 Jul 2026,180 mins

Disability history, Gillian Lynne’s legacy and Olympia

Robert Elms

Available for 28 days

David Turner, author of "Disability: A History of Resistance", explores 500 years of British history through the stories of disabled people and their fight for equality; Peter Land discusses Gillian Lynne's "Book of Particular Cats: A Memoir", a celebration of the legendary choreographer's life, career, and the famous figures who shaped her journey; and Olympia chats about her new EP, "Lady Luck", exploring self-belief, mental health, and human connection.

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