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The Why Factor: Series 2: Dolls

Dolls

Series 2

BBC Radio 4 - The Why Factor, Series 2, Dolls

Why do so many children love to play with dolls?

Mike Williams investigates the ubiquitous and universally popular toy - the doll. 

 Mike Williams ponders why dolls are so universally popular. He discovers that it's not only girls who like dolls, as is commonly assumed. He speaks to people whoi've studied why dolls are such common playthings and to people who collect them.

Presenter: Mike Williams
Producer: Hannah Moore
Editor: Andrew Smith


The Why Factor: Series 2

Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

Mike Williams explores the hidden histories behind everyday objects and actions

Mike Williams searches for the extraordinary and hidden histories behind everyday objects and actions

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