The pros and cons of Swearing.
Comedian Janey Godley, historian John Gallagher, poet Bridget Minamore and author Emma Byrne discuss with Matthew Sweet swearing on stage, in pain and protest and in past times.
Comedian Janey Godley, historian John Gallagher, poet and journalist Bridget Minamore and author and science writer Dr Emma Byrne discuss with Matthew Sweet swearing on stage, in pain and protest and when new terms entered our language.
Swearing Is Good For You by Emma Byrne is out now.
Please note this programme may contain strong language.
Producer: Debbie Kilbride
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