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Driving in Fog featuring poet Joel Deane

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I was desperate to get out and pretend I was alright. And when I got out, I was desperate to regain what I’d lost. I was scared. That’s the truth. Writer and journalist Joel Deane joins Piers for a raw and honest conversation about how it feels to be a young stroke survivor. Joel’s experience is very similar to Piers’ and they reflect on the impact stroke has had on their lives, relationships, and priorities. Featuring writer Joel Deane. Australia's Stroke Foundation is a proud friend of 404: Brain Not Found. Learn more about the Stroke Foundation here: https://strokefoundation.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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