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Sunday Jul 27, 2025
Sunday Jul 27, 2025
Meeting Val - by Mbeke Waseme
In this deeply moving and personal episode, Tash visits Val (Mike’s mother) for an interview that unexpectedly turns into a rich, multi-generational story of migration, resilience, and love. From Val's early days as an Irish nurse newly arrived in London to her life in Wandsworth today, we uncover a vibrant oral history shaped by prejudice, perseverance, and community spirit. A tender, funny, and sometimes heartbreaking conversation that reveals the true meaning of home.
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