Episode 4
Free Thinking: Part of BBC Radio 3's Free Thinking festival. 4/4. Richard Rai O'Neill reflects on the Romany philosophy of freedom, both the ideal, and the reality.
Free Thinking
As part of BBC Radio 3's festival of ideas, Free Thinking, The Essay plays host to writers reflecting on freedom.
4/4. Richard Rai O'Neill reflects on the Romany philosophy of freedom, both the ideal, and the reality.
Richard's grandmother taught him that a Romany life was about Freedom in order to enjoy Health and Love. Richard explores a more pragmatic aspect to Romany philosophy, which is if you're having a tough time financially, it's time to move on to a different place, as a new place brings new luck.
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- Thu 15 Nov 200723:00BBC Radio 3
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