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Naomi Jacob: A Life in Words

S1: E1 A Yorkshire childhood

Season 1, Ep. 1

Author, broadcaster and actor Naomi Jacob reflects on life in Yorkshire in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. She shares her journey from unhappy school teacher to campaigner for women's suffrage, and her life-changing introduction to the world of the Music Hall. Naomi Jacob's words are read by Jill Stanford. Script editing and production by Ian Skillicorn. © Wyndham Media Ltd.


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    42:17||Season 1, Ep. 4
    Naomi Jacob reveals the reality behind the glamour at Elstree film studios. Ill-health takes her to Italy, where she lives through Mussolini's rule and the turmoil of post-war Italy. Finally, she reflects on a life well-lived. Naomi Jacob's words are read by Jill Stanford. Script editing and production by Ian Skillicorn. © Wyndham Media Ltd.More about Naomi JacobThe Gollantz Family Saga by Naomi Jacob
  • 3. S1: E3 Acting in Plays to Political Activism

    35:41||Season 1, Ep. 3
    Naomi Jacob's Music Hall experience leads to acting roles in theatre, where she meets Noel Coward. From there, she sets out on her path as a novelist and playwright. But things do not always go to plan. Against the Tory roots of her grandfather (a friend of Disraeli's), Naomi becomes involved with the Socialist Party. Naomi Jacob's words are read by Jill Stanford. Script editing and production by Ian Skillicorn. © Wyndham Media Ltd.More about Naomi JacobThe Gollantz Family Saga by Naomi Jacob
  • 2. S1: E2 Behind the Curtain: The World of the Music Hall

    38:35||Season 1, Ep. 2
    Naomi Jacob gives us a unique glimpse behind the curtain of the bygone world of the early 20th century Music Hall. Her anecdotes include memories of star acts such as George Formby, Marguerite Broadfoote and Marie Lloyd. The author also remembers her less than successful home front efforts during WWI. Naomi Jacob's words are read by Jill Stanford. Script editing and production by Ian Skillicorn. © Wyndham Media Ltd.More about Naomi JacobThe Gollantz Family Saga by Naomi Jacob