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02/11/2019 GMT

The life of Janis Joplin

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The newly-released biography of Janis Joplin; Beto O'Rourke quits race to the White House

A new biography of the American rock singer and musician, Janis Joplin, who died at the age of 27 has been released.  We speak to the author, Holly George-Warren.

Also in the programme:  Beto O'Rourke, the Democratic presidential candidate has abandoned his plans for the White House.

Joining Julian Worricker to discuss these and other issues are Vicky Pryce, a Greek-born economist and business consultant based in the UK; and Miguel-Anxo Murado, a Spanish journalist and author.

(Image: Janis Joplin. Credit: BBC)

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