Best Rowan Wright Podcasts (2025)

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Anjali Joseph in conversation with Gabriel Gbadamosi

10h ago

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Anjali explores her interest in the here and now of everyday lives, the writing that makes sense of life in the smallest of details and moments, and that discloses its magic.

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Classic: When faith fails how do you navigate doubt? Dominic Done and Andrew Whyte 1:13:20

7h ago1:13:20

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In this classic, Unbelievable? podcast episode hosted by Justin Brierley, the discussion centres around the nuanced relationships between faith and doubt from 2019. Senior Pastor Dominic Done talks about his book 'When Faith Fails,' sharing his journey through a significant period of questioning and how he rebuilt his faith. In contrast, Andrew Why…

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The universe’s greatest mystery: God or Science? with cosmologists Dr Niayesh Afshordi, Dr Hugh Ross and Atheist Phil Halper 1:16:05

4d ago1:16:05

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What really happened 14 billion years ago? Was there a Big Bang - or are we on the brink of a bold new origin story?This week on Unbelievable?, Andy Kind hosts a mind-expanding cosmic debate with two leading cosmologists, Dr Niayesh Afshordi and Dr Hugh Ross, joined by science communicator and Battle of the Big Bang co-author, Phil Halper.Are we s…

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Imaobong Umoren in conversation with Colin Grant

7d ago

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History is not written by historians; it's curated by them. In front of a lively audience at the Hay Literary Festival, Colin Grant talks to Imaobong Umoren about Empire with End, her curation of a new history of Britain and the Anglophone Caribbean.

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Classic: Tom Wright meets Tom Holland on St Paul 1:00:29

7d ago1:00:29

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A must-hear clash of minds from 2018: when two Toms – world-renowned Bible scholar NT Wright and bestselling historian Tom Holland – met on Unbelievable? podcast to discuss Paul: A Biography (SPCK).Wright unpacks the life, character and world-changing mission of St Paul. Holland, though agnostic, shares why Paul’s message shocked the Roman world an…

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Popped! - Countercurrents Crew & Cast 22:29

9d ago22:29

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Episode Notes Interview recorded by Youssef on June 3rd. Aired live from the Ckut Studios on June 10th.

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Out the Bubble - Grimey Pop-Up 13:58

9d ago13:58

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Episode Notes Recorded by Youssef at the Grimey Pop-Up. Aired from the CKUT Studios.

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Can therapy alone heal the soul? Two Psychiatrists Treating BPD & NPD Explore the Search for Meaning 1:18:53

11d ago1:18:53

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Can Therapy Heal the Soul?Exploring BPD, NPD and Meaning in Christian and Secular PsychiatryToday we’re asking: Can therapy heal the soul? We’ll be exploring two complex and often misunderstood conditions - borderline personality disorder (BPD) and narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) - through both Christian and secular perspectives. What happ…

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Isis Davis in conversation with Jonny Wright

14d ago

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Jonny Wright talks to Isis Davis about her extraordinary journey from street gang member to actress to screen writer.

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Classic: Putin's War - The Spiritual and Ideological Battle Behind the Invasion of Ukraine 1:03:05

14d ago1:03:05

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Originally recorded in March 2022, this classic Unbelievable? takes us back to the early days of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. As the world grappled with the shock of war, this conversation sought to uncover a deeper layer of the conflict — its religious and ideological roots.Justin Brierley is joined by Father Cyril Hovorun, a Ukrainian Orthodox p…

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Out the Bubble - MIKE Show ft. Mike Shabb 28:13

16d ago28:13

28:13

Episode Notes Recorded and aired from the CKUT studios.

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Popped! - Caroline Nguyen 20:40

16d ago20:40

20:40

Episode Notes Recorded by Henry Kemeny Wodlinger

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Adult Conversion vs Leaving the Faith: What’s More Meaningful? Matthew Su & Nathan Ormond | Schools Debate Special 57:03

18d ago57:03

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Is it more meaningful to convert to Christianity as an adult—or to leave it behind after growing up in the faith? In this special schools debate, host Sam McKee is joined by Matthew Su, a Christian convert and Cambridge PhD candidate, and Nathan Ormond, ex-Christian and YouTuber at Digital Gnosis. With big questions from teenage students, the episo…

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Classic: An ex-atheist faces off with an ex-Christian 59:43

22d ago59:43

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Holly Ordway is the Cardinal Francis George Professor of Faith and Culture at the Word on Fire Institute and a Visiting Professor of Apologetics at Houston Christian University. She holds a PhD in English and serves as a subject editor for the Journal of Inklings Studies. A regular guest on The CS Lewis Podcast, Holly has a deep passion for explori…

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Out the Bubble - Korean Film Festival: 11th Edition 37:36

23d ago37:36

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Episode Notes Recorded by Sofia Andrade. Aired from the CKUT Studios on May 27th.

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Out the Bubble - Festival Accès Asie 27:31

23d ago27:31

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Episode Notes Recorded by Youssef Hamoda. Aired on May 27th from the CKUT Studios.

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Thought Bubble - Montreal Chinese Hospital & The Falooda Collective 28:44

23d ago28:44

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References: “Montréal Chinatown 1980s - 2014”, David Chuenyan Li, Timothy Chiu Man Chan, www.sfu.ca/chinese-canadian-history/montreal_chinatown_en.html. “A Chinese Hospital in Montréal.” Encyclopédie Du MEM, 2 June 2017, ville.montreal.qc.ca/memoiresdesmontrealais/en/chinese-hospital-montreal. Fallooda Collective: https://www.instagram.com/faloodac…

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Is the natural world evidence of design, or the result of random processes? Rachel G Jordan vs Michael Shermer hosted by Andy Kind 1:11:42

26d ago1:11:42

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In this episode of Premier Unbelievable? comedian and host Andy Kind welcomes marine biologist and Christian author Rachel G. Jordan, author of If the Ocean has a Soul, and sceptic science-historian Dr Michael Shermer, founder of Skeptic Magazine and author of The Moral Arc, for a dynamic conversation exploring whether nature reveals divine purpose…

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Rowan Hisayo Buchanan in conversation with Anjali Joseph

28d ago

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Anjali Joseph talks to Rowan Hisayo Buchanan about the origins of her writing, her love of anthologies and ghost stories.

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Classic: Is War ever justified? Just War, Darwinism and Christianity | Michael Ruse vs Nigel Biggar. 1:01:25

29d ago1:01:25

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In 2025, as the world is devastated by continuing wars, many are simultaneously commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. Returning to this edition of Unbelievable, recorded as marks of Remembrance took place across the world to mark the 100th anniversary of the end of WW1 in 2018, Justin Brierley discussed just war theory, Dar…

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Out the Bubble - Sounds from a Mereba Concert 26:38

30d ago26:38

26:38

Episode Notes Recorded and aired from the CKUT studios on May 20th.

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Out the Bubble - Ophelie Hats 20:58

30d ago20:58

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Episode Notes Recorded by Kayla Gaisi. Aired on May 20th from the CKUT studios.

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Thought Bubble - Anglophone Theatre Roundup 13:30

30d ago13:30

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Episode Notes Recorded by Henry Kemeny-Wodlinger. Aired on May 20th from CKUT studios.

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Do humans have the right to engineer life? Prof. Keith Fox v Dr. Sam McKee 1:26:01

1M ago1:26:01

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Should we be tampering with the genetic code of life? What are the ethical and theological implications of engineering artificial organisms?This episode of Unbelievable? explores the cutting-edge world of synthetic biology - from designing artificial microbes to help us live on Mars, to the deeper philosophical and ethical questions about humanity …

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Archie Maddocks in conversation with Jonny Wright

1M ago

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Jonny Wright talks with the writer and comedian Archie Maddocks about the TV series Crongton, his adaptation of the late Alex Wheatle's novels.

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Classic: Can Christianity be true if Christians can't agree on doctrine? Andrew Whyte vs Nabeel Qureshi 1:01:52

1M ago1:01:52

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Less than a year after this classic episode aired, Nabeel Qureshi, author of Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus, one of the most compelling accounts of a Muslim’s journey to Christianity, announced he had stage IV stomach cancer. He passed away in September 2017. In this unforgettable episode, Nabeel brings his characteristic warmth and clarity as he eng…

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Out the Bubble - MAI 25 Year Anniversary 17:27

1M ago17:27

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Episode Notes Recorded and edited by Youssef Hamoda. Aired on May 13th.

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Thought Bubble - Getting Involved in the Montreal Film Industry 23:54

1M ago23:54

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Episode Notes Recorded by Sofia Andrade. Aired on May 13th from the CKUT studios.

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Does true freedom exist? Max Jeganathan vs Andrew Copson hosted by Andy Kind 1:15:28

1M ago1:15:28

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Is our obsession with personal autonomy leading to fulfilment—or fracture? Max Jeganathan (author of The Freedom Trap) and Andrew Copson (CEO of Humanists UK) explore the purpose, power, and pitfalls of freedom. While Max argues that unexamined individualism breeds anxiety, disconnection, and moral confusion, Andrew defends freedom as a means to ha…

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Kit De Waal in conversation with Colin Grant

1M ago

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Colin Grant talks with the novelist, short story writer and essayist, Kit De Waal about her latest novel, The Best of Everything.

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Classic: Why I changed my mind about Christian history - Tom Holland v Larry Hurtado 50:40

1M ago50:40

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Back in October 2016, renowned historian Tom Holland penned an article for The New Statesman on why he changed his mind about Christianity. Holland is the author of popular books on ancient empires and says his research made him realise how unique Christianity was in its infancy. In this classic show Holland claims that, despite secular arguments t…

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Best of BTB - Guest Calls 32:28

1M ago32:28

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Episode Notes Recorded on May 6th at the CKUT studios. Recorded by Ella Paulin, Youssef Hamoda, and Sofia Andrade.

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Out the Bubble - Variety Pack 03 16:48

1M ago16:48

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Episode Notes Recorded live at the CKUT studios by Ella Paulin, Alara Rago, and Henry Kemeny-Wodlinger on May 6th.

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Cancer, War and the God Question: why so much suffering? Prof Richard Norman vs Sara Stevenson hosted by Andy Kind 1:15:15

2M ago1:15:15

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Why does a good God allow violence and suffering — even in the Bible?In this episode of Premier Unbelievable?, Andy Kind hosts a thought-provoking debate between humanist philosopher Richard Norman and Christian thinker Sara Stevenson. Together, they explore whether divine violence in the Old Testament undermines the credibility of Christianity, an…

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Classic: Memes, archetypes, and the meaning we live by: Jordan Peterson vs Susan Blackmore 49:29

2M ago49:29

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In this classic edition of Unbelievable? - The Big Conversation we ask: do we need God to make sense of life? In a 2018 debate, Jordan Peterson and Susan Blackmore explore the psychology of belief through the lenses of memes and archetypes. Peterson argues that religious structures underpin even secular life, while Blackmore sees religion as a cult…

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Popped! - Tachie Menson 50:37

2M ago50:37

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Episode Notes Recorded at the CKUT Studios by Youssef Hamoda, Sofia Andrade, and Ella Paulin on Apr 29.

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Is the Problem of Suffering the strongest argument against God? David Robertson vs Stephen Law hosted by Andy Kind 1:13:54

2M ago1:13:54

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Can the reality of suffering disprove a good God? Oxford Philosopher Dr. Stephen Law and Christian minister Rev. David Robertson debate the problem of evil, the evil God hypothesis, and whether suffering is evidence for or against theism. Does Christianity provide a meaningful answer, or does the sheer amount of suffering make belief in God irratio…

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Lanre Bakare in conversation with John Siddique

2M ago

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John Siddique talks to Lanre Bakare about missing history books, and how black culture and resistance outside of London have shaped UK culture.

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Popped! - Leonie Gray 30:15

2M ago30:15

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Episode Notes Recorded on Apr 22nd by Ella Paul-Chowdhury, Rowan Wright, and Youssef Hamoda at the CKUT studio.

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Out the Bubble - Bad Objection EP Launch 12:47

2M ago12:47

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Episode Notes Recorded on Apr 22 by rowan Wright, Youssef Hamoda, and Ella Paul-Chowdhury at the CKUT studio.

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Out the Bubble - Scatterbrain Launch Party 34:00

2M ago34:00

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Episode Notes Commentary recorded on April 22nd by Rowan Wright at the CKUT recording studio. Interviews recorded by Rowan Wright and Youssef Hamoda on April 4th at the Scatterbain launch party, hosted at SAT. Special thanks to Michelle Wang.

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Classic: Debating the Scandals of Easter: Jesus' Crucifixion and Resurrection David Instone-Brewer v Bob Price 59:53

2M ago59:53

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Listen to a compelling classic discussion between David Instone-Brewer, a New Testament scholar, and Bob Price, a professor of biblical criticism. This Unbelievable focuses on the scandals surrounding Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection, as argued in David's book, 'The Jesus Scandals.' David posits these events based on their embarrassing nature fo…

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The Resurrection Debate: Did Jesus Die and Rise Again? David Instone-Brewer vs Ijaz Ahmed, hosted by Andy Kind 1:19:12

2M ago1:19:12

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As Easter approaches, we explore the significance of Jesus’ death and resurrection in Christianity and Islam. Bible scholar Rev Dr David Instone-Brewer joins Islamic apologist Ijaz Ahmed for a thought-provoking debate on the crucifixion, resurrection, and the divinity of Jesus. Is the resurrection a historical fact or a later theological idea?📚 Dav…

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Diana McCaulay in conversation with Gabriel Gbadamosi

2M ago

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The writer and environmentalist Diana McCaulay talks with Gabriel Gbadamosi about her new novel, A House for Miss Pauline.

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Popped! - Ura 28:44

2M ago28:44

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Episode Notes Recorded on April 15th by Rowan, Youssef, Ella Paul-Chowdhury, Ella Paulin, and Stasia at the CKUT recording studio. Filmed by Rowan and Stasia.

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Out the Bubble - Nien Tzu Weng: The Lightest Dark ... 23:48

2M ago23:48

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Episode Notes Recorded on April 11th by Ella Paul-Chowdhury.

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Why I Changed My Mind on Christian Sexual Ethics? Rev Dr Christopher Landau vs Rev Charlie Bell hosted by Andy Kind 1:16:34

2M ago1:16:34

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This week on Premier Unbelievable?, Andy Kind hosts a bold and honest conversation about sex, sexuality, and discipleship in the Church.Joining him are Rev Dr Christopher Landau, author of Compassionate Orthodoxy and Sexuality, who defends the Church’s traditional teaching with pastoral conviction—and Rev Dr Charlie Bell, author of Queer Holiness, …

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Classic: Intelligent Design on Trial – 15 Years After Kitzmiller-Dover - Mike Behe v Joshua Swamidass 1:05:57

2M ago1:05:57

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As we prepare a fresh episode exploring the legacy of Intelligent Design, we’re diving back into the archives to revisit this compelling 2020 conversation between biochemist Michael Behe and biologist Joshua Swamidass.In 2005, the high-profile Kitzmiller v. Dover trial challenged the Dover School District’s attempt to introduce Intelligent Design (…

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Culture Wars: Have Christians Lost the Plot? with Ben Chang and Jonty Langley 1:15:09

3M ago1:15:09

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Are we stuck in an endless culture war? Has politics overshadowed Jesus in the Church? In this episode of Unbelievable?, host Andy Kind talks with Ben Chang and Jonty Langley about cancel culture, identity politics, and the Church’s role in these debates. Is cancel culture accountability or censorship? How should Christians engage with social justi…

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Ruvani Ranasinha & Mohammed Hanif in conversation with Chitra Ramaswamy

3M ago

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In 2022, the writer Hanif Kureishi, best known for his novel the Buddha of Suburbia, suffered a terrible accident which left him with paralysing spinal injuries. He has continued to write and has since published Shattered, a memoir, about the experience. Chitra Ramaswamy talks to Ruvani Ranasinha, author of a recent biography of Kureishi, and the n…

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