The Social Distance Between Us by Darren McGarvey

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The Social Distance Between Us by Darren McGarvey: Episode 5

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Writer and rapper Darren McGarvey challenges assumptions about language and accent.

In his exploration of class in Britain today, writer and rapper Darren McGarvey challenges assumptions around accent and asks himself some hard questions about authenticity.

Writer and broadcaster Darren McGarvey, AKA rapper Loki, argues that the pandemic has exposed the contours of inequality in Britain. Turning a critical eye on poverty, land ownership, health inequalities and policing, the activist argues that there are chasms of misunderstanding between the powerful decision-makers and those who must live with the consequences.

Darren challenges assumptions around language and accent - and asks himself some hard questions about authenticity.

Written and read by Darren McGarvey
Abridged by Anna Magnusson
Produced by Eilidh McCreadie
Author photograph by Steven Reynolds

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