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Series of thought-provoking talks on topics that affect culture and society.

Series of thought-provoking talks in which the speakers air their thinking on the trends, ideas, interests and passions that affect culture and society

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Four Thought: A Toast To The Bridesmaids

A Toast To The Bridesmaids

30/05/2018

BBC Radio 4 - Four Thought, A Toast To The Bridesmaids

Actress and comedian Diona Doherty proposes that bridesmaids should be seen AND heard.

Talks with a personal dimension. Actress and comedian Diona Doherty proposes that bridesmaids should be both seen and heard.

Actress and comedian Diona Doherty says we need a big rethink about who we allow to make a speech at weddings. She tells us why if we want true equality it all starts with letting the bridesmaids speak.

Recorded in front of a live audience at the Palm House in Belfast as part of the BBC Music Biggest Weekend Festival 2018.

Presenter: Olly Mann
Producer: Jordan Dunbar.

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