Jessica Fostekew: Sturdy Girl Club

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Stand-up series from Jessica Fostekew, exploring the world of women's weightlifting.

Stand-up series from Jessica Fostekew, delving into the world of women's weightlifting and exploring the spicy minefield that is muscularity v femininity.

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Stand-up series about big strong women who do unladylike sports.

Who says heavy can’t be funny? A look at unladylike sports and those who do them, fully unpacking muscularity v femininity.

Strength can look like a lot of things and here comedian Jessica Fostekew digs into some of the most unladylike sports going. 

In this episode, Jess tries rugby, getting lifted into the air like a toddler in a playground by one England legend - Vicky Fleetwood - and learning from another - Maggie Alphonsi - about the history and future of the women's game.

We also find out which is more manly - Roses or Tulips - and how to dodge dog-doo on the training pitch.

Written and Performed by Jessica Fostekew.

Producer: Lyndsay Fenner
Assistant Producer: Tam Reynolds
Sound Designer: David Thomas
Exec Producer: Victoria Lloyd

A Mighty Bunny production for BBC Radio 4.

Jessica Fostekew: Sturdy Girl Club: Series 2

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