This Verb Contains Strong Language
Ian McMillan introduces the best in poetry performance live from the Contains Strong Language festival in Salford. His guests include Len Pennie, Griot Gabriel and Joelle Taylor.
Ian McMillan presents The Verb, live from the Contains Strong Language Festival of Poetry and Performance in Salford
Recorded in front of a studio audience, Ian presents poetry from some of our finest performers. His guests are Len Pennie, Griot Gabriel, Toria Garbutt, Testament and Joelle Taylor.
Presenter: Ian McMillan
Producer: Jessica Treen
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