History Lesson 12: Ian Dury

About this Episode Our latest History Lesson subject is British singer-songwriter, Ian Dury, who rose to fame in the late 1970s punk and new wave era. Dury, who had polio, is covered in detail, including his life, work, and the condition itself. The hosts also delve into the history of polio, its symptoms, and treatments, highlighting the controversial methods of the past and the significant contributions of Elizabeth Kenny. The episode concludes with Dury's musical career, his provocative song "Spasticus Autisticus," and his impact on British culture.To download transcripts of this, and every episode visit www.labledpodcast.co.ukAbout the Show & How to SupportSupport this PodcastLike LABLEd Podcast on FacebookTweet lABLEd PodcastFollow LABLEd Podcast on InstagramGot a comment or Question? Email us!lABLEd Podcast is currently self-funded. Please consider donating to our GoFundMeProduction TeamHosts: Alice Evans, Daisy Holder, and Lucy WoodEditor: Adam HullMusic: Maisy Crunden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.