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A Life's Work

Paddy O'Connell brings together three people, from three different generations, who have dedicated their lives to the same profession.

Radio 4,4 episodes

Episodes

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Series 1
Midwives
Three midwives talk about the changes they have seen in their profession.
15 Aug 2018,30 mins
Series 1
Funeral Directors
Three funeral directors talk about the changes they have seen in their profession.
08 Aug 2018,28 mins
Series 1
Diplomats
Three diplomats talk about the changes they have seen in their profession.
01 Aug 2018,30 mins
Series 1
Female Police Officers
Three female police officers talk about the changes they have seen in their profession.
25 Jul 2018,43 mins