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2. The Decision

Episode 2 of 5

The comic actor reflects on school days, masculinity and relationships, making a tough decision - and uncovering a new talent.

Recalling his school years - Robert Webb reaches a tough decision and a new talent is uncovered.

Meanwhile, the conventional demands of masculinity prove confounding as he reflects on the relationships that will define him in later years.

Robert reads his own funny and moving memoir.

Abridged by Richard Hamilton.

Producer: Elizabeth Allard.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in August 2017.

6 days left to listen

15 minutes

Last on

Wed 13 May 2026 03:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Credits

Reader Robert Webb
Author Robert Webb
Abridger Richard Hamilton
Producer Elizabeth Allard

Broadcasts

  • Tue 29 Aug 2017 09:45
    BBC Radio 4 FM
  • Wed 30 Aug 2017 00:30
    BBC Radio 4
  • Tue 24 Nov 2020 14:00
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Wed 25 Nov 2020 02:00
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 12 May 2026 08:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 12 May 2026 13:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 12 May 2026 19:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Wed 13 May 2026 03:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra