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Jackie Kay on her poem 'Brendan Gallacher'
Hip-hop star Akala meets with Jackie Kay to explore her poem 'Brendon Gallacher', about Jackie鈥檚 childhood imaginary friend. We hear how the text is a love letter to childhood and the power of imagination, while young poets help Akala break down the language and meaning of the poem.
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