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EPISODE · Nov 20, 2025 · 43 MIN

fABLEd 13: L.S Lowry's 'The Cripples'

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About this EpisodeLucy and Alice discuss LS Lowry's painting "The Cripples," which features matchstick figures in an industrial northern English town. Lucy describes the painting, noting 30-35 human figures, including a child in a rudimentary cart-like object. They explore the painting's potential political statement, Lowry's possible Asperger's, and the controversy surrounding the term "cripple." Alice shares her personal comfort with the term and its historical context. They emphasize the importance of art in representing diverse experiences and invite listeners to share their perspectives on the painting.To download transcripts of this, and every episode visit www.labledpodcast.co.uk, enjoy bonus episodes and a little bit more lABLEd, sign up to our Substack  About the Show & How to Support Support this Podcast Like LABLEd Podcast on Facebook Tweet lABLEd Podcast Follow LABLEd Podcast on Instagram Got a comment or Question? Email us! lABLEd Podcast is currently self-funded. Please consider donating to our GoFundMe Production Team Hosts: Alice Evans and Lucy Wood Editor: Adam Hull Music: Maisy Crunden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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