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Danny Glover fights for social justice

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In today’s programme our guest is beloved actor, director and producer Danny Glover. He joins us on set to discuss his latest documentary project, "The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975". We quiz him about campaigning for social justice and equality as well as his lengthy career in the film industry.

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Too Gay For Hollywood?
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