In this chapter, Jim Francis, formerly known as Beggby, grapples with the consequences of his past actions and his newfound role as a father to his daughters. Through a tragic event in his hometown in Scotland, Jim navigates his inner turmoil, reflecting on his absence as a father to his sons and seeking redemption through his attempts to be present for his daughters. The chapter delves into Jim Francis's complex emotional journey as he confronts his past mistakes and strives to make amends in his transformed identity.
Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh joins Richard E. Grant down the line from Chicago to talk about bringing back the incendiary Francis Begbie in his latest novel The Blade Artist. Irvine talks about a number of objects that shaped and inspired the novel, including a copy of The Big Issue and a pair of white gym socks. Irvine muses on how art can transform lives, talks about writing ultra-violence and explains the difference between a psychopath and a sociopath (sociopaths go into banking or politics). #PenguinPodcast
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