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2. The Decision

Episode 2 of 5

The comic actor reflects on school days, masculinity and relationships, making a tough decision - and uncovering a new talent.

Recalling his school years - Robert Webb reaches a tough decision and a new talent is uncovered.

Meanwhile, the conventional demands of masculinity prove confounding as he reflects on the relationships that will define him in later years.

Robert reads his own funny and moving memoir.

Abridged by Richard Hamilton.

Producer: Elizabeth Allard.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in August 2017.

26 days left to listen

15 minutes

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BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Credits

ReaderRobert Webb
AuthorRobert Webb
AbridgerRichard Hamilton
ProducerElizabeth Allard

Broadcasts

  • Tue 29 Aug 201709:45
    BBC Radio 4 FM
  • Wed 30 Aug 201700:30
    BBC Radio 4
  • Tue 24 Nov 202014:00
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Wed 25 Nov 202002:00
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tuesday08:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tuesday13:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tuesday19:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Wednesday03:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra