Memoir

“Already your future has been planned out. There is not much choice about what to become in the small town where you live . . .”― Adelle Stripe, Base Notes: the scents of a lifeThis episode’s guest is Dr. Adelle Stripe — a Sunday Times best-selling author whose remarkable work dives deep into the rich heart of Northern England’s complex cultural and working-class history. Her impressive body of works includes Black Teeth and a Brilliant Smile, a powerful and evocative novel inspired by the renowned playwright Andrea Dunbar; this standout piece was shortlisted for the prestigious Gordon Burn and Portico Prizes. Additionally, she is the co-author of the bestselling Ten Thousand Apologies, which chronicles the wild and unpredictable rise of the music group Fat White Family.Adelle’s writing seamlessly blends elements of biography, memoir, and social commentary, garnering her features in notable publications such as The Sunday Times, New Statesman, and The Quietus. Her latest work, Base Notes: The Scents of a Life, presents a memoir told through the lens of scent — a truly unique and innovative take on themes of memory and identity, which will be the central focus of this episodeFragrance mentioned:River Gauche - YSLGiorgio - Giorgio Beverly Hills Cologne - 4711Red Door - Elizabeth ArdenDewberry - The Body ShopL’eau D’Issey - Issey Miyake CK One - Calvin KleinMaja - MyrurgiaAnother 13 - Le LaboThé Matcha 26 - Le LaboLune Rose - Self made Book mentioned: Base Notes - the Scents of a Life - Adelle StripeFind Adelle Stripe on Instagram: @adellestripeWebsite: adellestripe.co.uk Theme music for the show was created by Raul Sanchez I Jorge. Check out his solo work on Wild Animal Records Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.