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Brazil rut: Lula v Bolsonaro, again
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On October 4th, Brazil faces a polarising general election: re-elect the octogenarian incumbent or pick the son of a former president jailed for attempting a coup. In some countries honour culture holds women back from even entering the workplace. And why artists are banning phones from concerts.
Guests and host:
- Ana Lankes, Brazil correspondent
- Robert Guest, deputy editor
- Vicky Jessop, culture writer
- Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence”
Topics covered:
- Brazil, Lula, Bolsonaro
- Women, honour culture, equality
- Phone-free, concerts, gigs
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