Day Nine: Finding Power
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This episode is all about the experiences across life that can shape how we view our cycle - particularly our first bleed. India is joined by author and creatrix Lisa Lister who tells a story of empowerment.
India also speaks to tropical island resident Nirai, and a refugee named Marie who is struggling with period poverty about their experiences.
Credits:
Presented by: India Rakusen.
Producer: Ellie Sans.
Assistant Producer:Jorja McAndrew.
Executive producer: Suzy Grant.
Original music composed and performed by Rebekah Reid.
Sound design by Olga Reed.
Special thanks to all contributors and audio diarists.
A Listen Production for Radio 4 and BBC Sounds.
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