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Two Types: The Faces of Britain
We are surrounded by types, the words on signs, buses, shops and documents which guide us through our lives. Two types in particular are regarded as the faces of Britain - Johnston and Gill Sans. Their story is told by typeface expert Mark Ovenden.
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Thu 2 Dec 202100:00
Music Played
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Electric Light Orchestra
Mr. Blue Sky
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Mansun
Cancer
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Mansun
The Chad Who Loved Me
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Martin Solveig & The Cataracs
Obsessions (feat. Kyle)
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Electric Light Orchestra
Livin' Thing
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Visage
Fade To Grey
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New Order
True Faith
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The Beat
Stand Down Margaret
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The Beat
Stand Down Margaret
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The Beat
Whine and Grine / Stand Down Margaret
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Happy Mondays
Loose Fit
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Joy Division
Atmosphere
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Joy Division
Atmosphere
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Wolf Alice
Silk
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Mark Ovenden |
| Production Company | Splitpea Productions |
| Executive Producer | Keith Doyle |
| Director | Christopher Hardy |
| Producer | Christopher Hardy |
| Production Manager | Sue Davies |
