Today, we’ve got something a little different on The Drop In! We’re joined by one of Britain’s most-celebrated writers for stage and screen: it’s James Graham!

James has recently written a play entirely about Gareth Southgate and the England national team. Kate chats to him about what’s it all about and they reflect on how Southgate’s team have changed the face of national identity.

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The Drop In: James Graham and writing Southgate