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Finding my voice

Season 1, Ep. 316

Xavier Greenwood’s childhood memories are dominated by a speech impediment and a thick accent. But was it all in his head?


Reporter: Xavier Greenwood

Sound design: Dominic Delargy

Artwork: Lola Williams

Executive Producer: Matt Russell


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