Homage to Caledonia: Scots Abroad
Writer and comedian AL Kennedy reflects on what Scottishness means to her, focusing on tartan, the kilt and a sense of identity.
With Scotland and all things Scottish very much in the air, acclaimed writer, comedian and now ex-pat, AL Kennedy, reflects on what Scottishness means to her in this new series of The Essay. Today: tartan, the kilt and a sense of identity.
Written and performed by A L Kennedy
Producer: Justine Willett.
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- Mon 14 Jul 2014 22:45蜜芽传媒 Radio 3
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