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Radio 4,15 Apr 2019,44 mins

SeriesThe Ferryhill Philosophers by Michael Chaplin

The Toddler In The Pond and A Bottle Of Pop

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Joe Snowball encounters the stark reality of 21st century poverty close to home and responds in the only way he can. Ex-Durham miner Joe and University philosopher Hermione are an unlikely duo who face life’s big questions together. Starring Alun Armstrong and Deborah Findlay. Written by Michael Chaplin. Joe Snowball .... Alun Armstrong Hermione Pink .... Deborah Findlay Louise .... Laura Elphinstone Rob .... Dean Bone Bayissa .... Okorie Chukwu WPC Chase .... Tracy Gillman Director: Marilyn Imrie A Catherine Bailey Production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in April 2019.

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