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Zhao Ziyang

Robert Thomson who was present as reporter at Tiananmen Square in June 1989, maps the rise and fall of the reforming Chinese premier Zhao Ziyang.

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Fri 8 Jan 201600:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Fri 4 Nov 200516:30
    BBC Radio 4
  • Thu 7 Jan 201618:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Fri 8 Jan 201600:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Great Rock and Roll Lives

Stories of inspiration from great musicians from Bowie to Billie Holliday

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    Biographical series in which guests choose someone who has inspired their lives.