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25/11/2010

Presented by Jenni Murray. India Knight discusses the highs and lows of a family Christmas and the work of the woman who led a team of reconstruction workers in Afghanistan.

Presented by Jenni Murray. India Knight discusses the highs and lows of a family Christmas. Online dating and race: writer Precious Williams discusses the ethics of asking about someone's ethnic background when it comes to seeking potential partners. The former head of Helmand's Provincial Reconstruction Team talks about her work in Afghanistan and the challenges still facing the country. The city of Norwich has long been associated with many important women over the centuries: we take a walk to discover more about their lives.

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45 minutes

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Thu 25 Nov 2010 10:00

Chapters

  • Lindy Cameron

    Jenni speaks to Lindy Cameron OBE, former Head of the Helmand Provincial Reconstruction Team.

    Duration: 09:20

  • Race and Dating

    How acceptable is it for dating websites to offer an option on ethnic background? Jenni is joined by Bim Adewunmi, freelance journalist and blogger and by writer Precious Williams.

    Duration: 08:56

  • Norwich History Walk

    Reporter Anna MacNamee joins Claire Jones, editor of Herstoria women's history magazine to discuss some of the most notable female characters in the history of Norwich.

    Duration: 12:16

  • Listener Feedback Paternity Rights

    A selection of listener's opinions in response to Wednesday's paternity rights discussion.

    Duration: 02:18

  • Family Christmas: The Highs & Lows

    Are family gatherings at Christmas a recipe for disaster? Jenni is joined by India Knight, author and by Joan Smith, columnist.

    Duration: 08:49

Broadcast

  • Thu 25 Nov 2010 10:00

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