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5. Lias Saoudi's in his 40s

Fat White Family singer and author Lias Saoudi reveals his transition from chaos to fatherhood in his 40s. After years of addiction and hedonism, responsibility calls.

What鈥檚 it like to be a man in your 40s? In Episode 5 of Michael Rosen鈥檚 series about masculinity and manhood, singer and author Lias Saoudi reflects on his transition from chaos to fatherhood.
As the lead singer of the notoriously hedonistic band Fat White Family, Lias made a career out of chaos. But after a revelation during the covid lockdown, he makes a handbrake turn, cleaning up his life and having a baby with his best friend.
But as the realities of life as a new father bite, the old instincts bubble up. How will Lias respond to his new responsibilities?

Presenter: Michael Rosen
Producer: Rich Power
Executive Producer: Dave Anderson
Sound Mixer: Dan King
Editor: Kirsten Lass
Production Manager: Emily Duffy
Commissioning Editor: Dan Clarke

A Loftus Media Production for 麻豆社 Radio 4

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  • Wednesday 13:45

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