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Philip Cowley: Politicians and Pogo Sticks

Four Thought Series 2

Philip Cowley examines how politicians have changed and using letters from leading politicians he argues politicians today compare favourably to those of the 1950s.

Philip Cowley examines how politicians have changed and using letters from leading politicians he argues politicians today compare favourably to those of the 1950s. Plus, he has a small confession to make...

Recorded live at the RSA in London, Four Thought is unscripted, thought-provoking and entertaining, with a personal dimension.

Producer: Giles Edwards.

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Sun 29 May 2011 05:45
BBC Radio 4

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  • Wed 25 May 2011 20:45
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  • Sun 29 May 2011 05:45
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