Episode 5
Now grown up, Said takes a job in the corporate offices of Martha Stewart. He loves buying designer accoutrements for his tiny apartment and falls in love with a co-worker, Karen.
Josh Hamilton reads from American-Iranian writer Said Sayrafiezadeh's funny and touching memoir.
Now grown up, Said takes a job in the corporate offices of the lifestyle expert Martha Stewart. He loves buying designer accoutrements for his tiny apartment and falls in love with a co-worker, Karen. His mother comes to visit and asks if he has heard from his father. He has not, but he reminisces about the last time they met. He was 17 and it was a very uncomfortable meal. He hugs his now frail mom and rides away on the subway with Karen.
Abridged by Francois Smit.
A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4.
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