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Lanre Bakare
Culture writer and arts correspondent whose book We Were There is the focus of the episode; contributes expertise on Black British history, nightlife and the precarious state of arts and culture outside London.
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Jan 6, 2026
• 1h 36min
95: Does British culture need saving? w/ Lanre Bakare
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Lanre Bakare, a culture writer and arts correspondent, dives into the precarious state of arts and nightlife in the UK, highlighting the issues facing Black cultural identity outside London. He discusses the rise of 'cultural deserts' and the role policing plays in stifling nightlife. The conversation touches on Manchester's overlooked histories and the impact of recent cultural trends on community engagement. Lanre also reflects on the commodification of culture and the struggles of Black cultural institutions in the changing publishing landscape.
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