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3. Let's Dance - 1986

Episode 3 of 5

1985’s coverage of Charles and Diana makes headlines in the UK. Tina recalls the birth of her first child in 1986.

In 1985 there was the Charles and Di story to report on and all the reactions to it.

In 1986, there's much delight with the birth of Tina's first child.

The juggling of work and home life shall begin.

Tina Brown recalls her time as editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair magazine in the 1980's and early 90's.

Read by the author.

Producer: Duncan Minshull

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in November 2017.

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15 minutes

Last on

Thu 9 Jul 2026 03:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Credits

Reader Tina Brown
Author Tina Brown
Abridger Katrin Williams
Producer Duncan Minshull

Broadcasts

  • Thu 23 Nov 2017 00:30
    BBC Radio 4 FM
  • Wed 8 Jul 2026 08:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Wed 8 Jul 2026 13:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Wed 8 Jul 2026 19:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Thu 9 Jul 2026 03:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra