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Nihal: 29/06/2010

29/06/2010

BBC Asian Network - Nihal, 29/06/2010

Is it racist to call someone a coconut? And is it OK to lie to impress someone?

Is it racist to call someone a coconut? And is it OK to lie to impress someone? Plus Nihal talks to the author of Have Fun with Punjabi, which introduces children to the language.

At 1, Is it racist to call someone a coconut? Have you ever used this term? Maybe you find it offensive? A Bristol councillor has been found guilty of racial harassment after she used the term. 
Do you think this was the right decision? Is it really racist? 
After 2 Is it ok to lie to impress someone? What was the last lie you've told? 
Finally,Do you speak your mother tongue? 
If you don't, do you wish your parents taught it to you as a child? Nihal will be talking to Author of 'Have Fun With Punjabi' - book which introduces Punjabi to children. How many languages do you speak? 
Get in touch, call 08459 440 445, text 81869 or email Nihal@bbc.co.uk.

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