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Woman's Hour
7 October 1946
The first edition of Woman's Hour aired on 7 October 1946, presented by Alan Ivimey. The Radio Times said he was a specialist "in writing for and talking to women." However from the early days the programme responded to the concerns of its audience, and so Woman's Hour tracked and reflected the tremendous changes in the lives of women since the end of the War.
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Don't miss the 60th anniversary exhibition of The Archers at the Museum of English Rural Life in Reading. Here we explore some of the hidden history of the world's longest running radio soap drama, in collaboration with historians, museum curators and production advisers.
Fascinating Fact: Who created the new glass sculpture on the East wing of Broadcasting House in central London?
Jaume Plensa, the Catalan artist, created the sculpture, called 'Breathing' in 2008. Aesthetically, it is designed to reflect the nearby spire of All Souls church (which it inverts), as well as standing as a memorial to all news reporters and crew members who lose their lives in the service of journalism.
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Jaume Plensa, the Catalan artist, created the sculpture, called 'Breathing' in 2008. Aesthetically, it is designed to reflect the nearby spire of All Souls church (which it inverts), as well as standing as a memorial to all news reporters and crew members who lose their lives in the service of journalism.
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