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The Afternoon Show: Ana Matronic on pop divas, plsu writer James Roberston

Ana Matronic on pop divas, plsu writer James Roberston

BBC Radio Scotland - The Afternoon Show, Ana Matronic on pop divas, plsu writer James Roberston

Author James Robertson on new book News of the Dead, and Ana Matronic celebrates pop divas

James Robertson on his new book set in a remote Angus glen, Scissor Sister Ana Matronic celebrates five pop divas, and DJ Gary Crowley's favourite forgotton 80s tracks.

Author James Robertson tells Grant about his new novel News of the Dead, set in a remote Angus glen, across three timelines: an ancient Christian hermit, a Victorian charlatan, and a present day old woman who has rarely left her home.

DJ Gary Crowley on seeking out some forgotten gems for his Lost 80s compilations.

Single of the Week is Monochrome by Emma Pollock and Pippa Murphy, the first single from new collective Hen Hoose, set up to address gender inequality in the music industry.

Artist Christine Borland tells Grant about her new exhibition inspired by the flax plant and linen trade, which led to her creating a wee community of gardeners during lockdown.

And Ana Matronic of the Scissor Sisters on her documentary Viva La Diva, celebrating five of pop music’s most fabulous female artists.

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