Younger people being amazed that I know what song they’re listening to.
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Having conversations with young people who you remember being born.
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Oh, most days. I can watch a political programme and think, “That sounds a really good point.” Then someone will argue the opposite and I’ll think, “Yeah, he’s got a point as well.” I am constantly sitting on a fence.
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