15 December 2014
Episode 166
54 minutes
We explore one of this year’s biggest Christmas ad campaigns, visit the Singapore International Film Festival and report on artist David Shrigley’s new musical venture. Plus live music from Cristobal and the Sea.
15 December 2014
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