Listen back to an unforgettable evening of stories, laughter and outspoken opinions with Miriam Margolyes. This podcast was recorded at West Cork Literary Festival on 15 July 2024 and Miriam was in conversation with Lynn Ruane.
‘My new book is called OH MIRIAM! – something that has been said to me a lot over the years, often in tones of strong disapproval. It contains lots more revelations and stories and discoveries and I can't wait to share it with you all!’ Miriam Margolyes
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Born in Oxford, England in 1941 & educated at Newham College, Cambridge, Miriam Margolyes is an award-winning veteran of the stage and screen, and an internationally acclaimed voice-artist. Winner of the BAFTA Best Supporting Actress award for The Age of Innocence, she received an OBE in 2002 for Services to Drama. Her latest book Oh Miriam!: Stories from an Extraordinary Life was published by John Murray Press in September 2023.
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