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Christmas II

Festive audio treats, including reflections on a baby's first Christmas, and mixed emotions of a last Christmas - plus an insight into the life of a panto dame.

Getting in the mood for Christmas - a selection of festive audio treats from across England. Featuring the pub serving turkey and mince pies in August; the teen mum preparing for her baby's first Christmas in their new home; and a hospice chaplain and volunteer reflect on bringing festivities to their patients and families. Plus a Victorian Christmas card collector explains why his hobby is so important - and presenter Becca speaks to Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Leicester's Martin Ballard about his 30 years of switching a microphone for stage make-up in panto.

Presented and produced by Becca Bryers.

With contributions from:
Laura Clemson at Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Hereford and Worcester
Philippa Goymer at Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Tees and the Pregnant Teens podcast
Emily Jeffrey at Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Sussex and The Listening Project
Caroline Adams at Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Devon
Martin Ballard/Widow Twanky from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Leicester

Listen to the Pregnant Teens podcast here: bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07r63bk

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41 minutes

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