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The Happy Pod: Learning to read in your 30s

We meet a man learning to read in his 30s, and inspiring others. He overcame embarrassment to share his journey on his TikTok, Oliver Speaks. Also, laughter yoga;, rehoming chimps, and an 81-year-old female Ironman.

Presenter: Jannat Jalil
Music: Iona Hampson

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27 minutes

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Thu 15 May 2025 09:32GMT
BBC World Service

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  • Sat 10 May 2025 18:32GMT
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  • Thu 15 May 2025 09:32GMT
    BBC World Service