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Spoken Word

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Scotland HD

The Scottish spoken-word scene is thriving, and artists from across the country have joined forces to bring the very best that Scotland has to offer.

In this programme, take a deep dive into a selection of short films that see poets lay their heart on their sleeve and take us on a journey of discovery and acceptance.

From body image to dyslexia, from male mental health to confession booths, spoken word is an opportunity for self-expression, and these artists don’t shy away from sharing their most intimate thoughts and feelings in hope of a more understanding world. Show less

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