Mainstream publishing has a problem and Mancunians aren’t having any of it. Meet the radical writers and DIY-publishers who transformed the literary scene of Manchester from 1977-2010, providing a platform to marginalised writers whose stories were being perpetually overlooked.

The Hard Pressed podcast features interviews with creatives that shaped a lively spoken word and print scene, plus striking readings that convey the true lives of Manchester’s people past and present.

Hosted by Heena Patel & Radhaika Kapur. Title music by Jowonio A Cultureword production The Hard Pressed heritage project is funded by National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks To National Lottery Players.

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