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Profile of Marion Marechal-Le Pen, The Chain - Siofra Campbell, Seasonal dating

Jane Garvey presents the programme that offers a female perspective on the world. A look at National Front MP Marion Marechal-Le Pen and her appeal to the far right in France.

French MP Marion Maréchal-Le Pen is seen as a rising star in the National Front (FN) party - how much does the politician share the views of her grandfather Jean-Marie Le Pen or aunt Marine Le Pen and why does she want to cut state funding for family planning services? Political commentator Agnes Poirier joins Jane from Paris.

The row about boxer Tyson Fury, short-listed for ±«Óătv Sports Personality of the Year, escalated after comments he made about fellow nominee Jessica Ennis-Hill. Guardian sports writer Anna Kessel and Sport Magazine writer Sarah Shephard discuss whether it has an impact on women in sport.

With Christmas almost upon us, is it time to make sure you're not left out in the cold for the party season? Dating expert Charly Lester and writer Jenny Stallard discuss the appeal of a seasonal relationship to see you through the winter months.

Scriptwriter and director Siofra Campbell discusses sexism in the film industry and reveals her nomination for The Chain.

The letters to inspire a new generation of black women with publisher Amanda Wilson and two women who've written them, Leah Charles-King and Claudine Reid.

Presenter: Jane Garvey
Producer: Anne Peacock.

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Tue 8 Dec 2015 10:00
±«Óătv Radio 4

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Chapters

  • Tyson Fury - ±«Óătv Sports Personality of the Year Shortlist

    Sports writers Anna Kessel and Sarah Shephard discuss Tyson Fury on the shortlist.

    Duration: 10:19

  • Marion Marachel Le Pen

    Journalist Agnés Poirier on the young French Front National MP Marion Maréchal Le Pen.

    Duration: 07:46

  • Seasonal Dating

    Author Jenny Stallard and dating expert Charly Lester discuss finding love for Christmas.

    Duration: 06:37

  • The Chain – Siofra Campbell

    Nominated by Samantha Morton, we talk to scriptwriter and director Siofra Campbell.

    Duration: 10:09

  • Letters to a Young Generation

    Amanda Wilson, Leah Charles-King & Claudine Reid on their letters to young Black women.

    Duration: 07:12

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Presenter Jane Garvey
Producer Anne Peacock

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  • Tue 8 Dec 2015 10:00
    ±«Óătv Radio 4

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