Edward Stourton

Edward Stourton | Wimpole History Festival 2019

Recorded: Fri 21 Jun 2019

Duration: 1 hour

Edward Stourton | Wimpole History Festival 2019

Wimpole History Festival 2019

BBC veteran Edward Stourton brings a new perspective to this uniquely British institution, in a colourful portrayal of radio’s essential role in wartime Britain.

In conversation with Sian Kevill, former Editor of the BBC’s Newsnight.

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