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Episode 8: From the Ashes

The Brixton uprising sparks a summer of discontent as rioting breaks out across the country. Questions start being asked: Why is this really happening?

The Brixton uprising sparks a summer of discontent as rioting breaks out across the country - this is no longer just about Brixton. Questions start being asked: Why is this really happening? What are the causes?

Britain is forced to start acknowledging racism, discrimination and prejudice across society. It’s the start of a conversation which is still being had today.

This podcast includes strong language, use of racist terms and descriptions of violence.

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Credits
Presenter: Big Narstie
Producers: Helen Clifton and Ingrid Kelly
Editor: Gail Champion
Executive Producer: Natasha Johansson
Sound Design: Wayne Parkes and Sam Turner
Additional production: Jane Andrews and Annabel Deas
Research: Derrick Bennett and Imogen Rhodes
With thanks to Paul Field

Series Producer: Ben Robinson
Series Editor: Gail Champion

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