Hard Pressed: Cheers Ta

Hear from the quintessential Manc Mike Garry about his poetic origins and how he started his press Cheers Ta in the early 2000s, publishing poetry with a distinctly live feel.  

Mike was in conversation with Cultureword’s Pete Kalu in February 2025. 

Hosted by Radhaika Kapur

Episode credits: Title music by Jowonio 

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