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I’ve rewatched 150 episodes of Brookside – here’s how the soap captured the nuances of Margaret Thatcher’s Britain

I’ve rewatched 150 episodes of Brookside – here’s how the soap captured the nuances of Margaret Thatcher’s Britain: The Grant family, some of Brookside's most famous characters. Lime Pictures / STV Player If you want to understand how Margaret Thatcher shaped Britain, revisiting one particular 1980s soap opera is a great place to start. Brookside, …

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Spare: how the soap opera around Prince Harry’s memoir will affect the royal brand

Spare: how the soap opera around Prince Harry’s memoir will affect the royal brand: As one of the world’s most famous brands, the British royal family has a strong, tailored narrative of patronages, pageantry and people. The monarchy has long demonstrated its value in contemporary consumer culture, and kept its buyers engaged. But what sets …

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The politics of Neighbours: what the Australian soap can teach us about post-Thatcher Britain

The politics of Neighbours: what the Australian soap can teach us about post-Thatcher Britain: Channel 5’s decision to axe Australian soap opera Neighbours has led to widespread dismay among British people in their thirties and upwards. After 36 years on British screens, the network said it will instead invest more in “original UK drama”. Although …

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Soap operas can deliver effective health education to young people – new research

Soap operas can deliver effective health education to young people – new research: Eastenders: Phil Mitchell has ongoing issues with alcohol abuse. BBC Pictures In an episode of Eastenders, we see characters Lauren Branning and Phil Mitchell struggling with alcohol misuse. There are trials and tribulations for both and obstacles to overcome. Through family and …

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