In conversation with Mariko Nagai
A fascination with St Julian

The latest guest on the WCN podcast is Japanese writer Mariko Nagai, our writer in residence in July 2016, who talked to Chris Gribble about her experiences in Norwich.

You can watch the video highlights or listen to the full, fascinating conversation on Soundcloud.

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