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News image  Weekender 2005 / 6  
Weekender
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- Courtney Love

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- Memory

Courtney Love

Today's interview is with the singer and actress Courtney Love who's been called:
'the most controversial woman in the history of rock'!

Before you listen, look at these comprehension questions. You'll hear the answers during the programme.

1: What is the name of Courtney's new album?
2: What kind of book has she just published?

Listen

Vocabulary from the programme

controversial
shocking or provoking disapproval

scrapbook
a blank book for sticking in photos, newspaper cuttings or any pieces of paper that you want to keep

foster families
families who look after children who are not their own

peripatetic
going from place to place

sought-after
much-wanted, in high demand

workaholic
someone addicted to work

catharsis
a strong release of emotion




Extras
download scriptProgramme script (pdf - 21 k)
download audioDownload this programme (mp3 - 1.6 mb)
Courtney Love's official site*

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