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S2E8 Live from NBO Litfest, feat. Petina Gappah

A Palace For The People by A Palace For The People

Dec 18, 202300:43:14Society & Culture

Live from the NBO Litfest, Shiro and Wachuka speak with author Petina Gappah about her work and the importance of history and archive in literature. We also take some questions from you - our listeners.

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