18/05/2011
Presented by Jenni Murray. Jeffrey Archer; girls in Tanzania facing rape on the way to school; powerful men and womanising; readjusting to family life after working away.
Presented by Jenni Murray. Jeffrey Archer on his latest novel 'Only Time Will Tell'. We look at the long history of politics, power and sex scandals and consider whether some countries like France and Italy have been more accepting of extra marital affairs and sex scandals. To discuss Jenni is joined by Adam Raphael, Former Political Editor of the Observer and writer and broadcaster Cristina Odone. We how girls in Tanzania risk being attacked and raped for an education and Jane looks at the difficulties of readjusting to family life after working away.
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Jeffrey Archer
Jeffrey Archer talks about his latest novel - Only Time Will Tell. The book is semi-autobiographical, with his own mother, Lola Archer, providing the inspiration for the character of Maisie Clifton
Duration: 10:55
Womanising Politicians
Politics, power and sex scandals. Jenni discusses with Adam Raphael, Former Editor of the Observer and writer and broadcaster Cristina Odone.
Duration: 09:30
Vulnerable Schoolgirls in Tanzania
Girls’ schools are far from home so they stay in huts nearby, with no security. Lizz Pearson went to Mbulu district, where it’s believed many girls are being harassed or in extreme cases even raped.
Duration: 10:49
When Partners Work Away
Phillida Eves talks about her experience with a husband in the merchant navy. Polar explorer Ann Daniels & Relate counsellor Lin Griffiths discuss how best to manage the re-entry into family life.
Duration: 10:32
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- Wed 18 May 2011 10:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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