First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
While sharing her memories of growing up in a British institution, journalist Babita Sharma considers the experiences of an earlier corner-shop kid - Margaret Thatcher. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
The Sharmas take the plunge into retail in a move that will shape the course of the family's life for decades. Written and read by Babita Sharma. Abridged by Rosemary Goring. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Journalist and 'corner-shop kid' Babita Sharma takes an affectionate look at modern Britain through the prism of the corner shop. Read by the author. Abridged by Rosemary Goring. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
In the early 80s the far right is on the rise as the Sharmas move to their second shop. Written and read by Babita Sharma. Abridged by Rosemary Goring Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
In the early 90s the retail landscape has changed again and the Sharmas must decide the fate of the family business. Written and read by Babita Sharma. Abridged by Rosemary Goring Show more
