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In Conversation with Reni Eddo-Lodge

Ep. 18

Award-winning journalist, author, and podcaster Reni Eddo-Lodge joins Carys and Gary to reflect on racism within the feminist movement, experiences of activism, and the challenges of being a public figure. Eddo-Lodge also discusses the objectification that comes with fame, the importance of emotional honesty, and the joys of being a writer.


Further reading

-Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race: The Sunday Times Bestseller

-Reni's Blog


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Produced & Edited by Sarah Myles

Executive Producer - Andrew Spence

Visuals by J10XJJ

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