Charlie Ryder was born and grew up in London.
Both his parents came from Ireland and his affinity with the country of his ancestors is very strong.
1993 following a demonstration against the British National Party, Charlie was sentenced to 16 months in prison, of which he served 8 for good behaviour.
He wrote and performed a one man play based on his prison experience that he has performed in prisons in Ireland and UK as well as at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
He has worked as a social worker and carer and he has written a number of songs, including two that are played in this podcast. You can find out more about Charlie on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or his website
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Charlie’s Music Choices
The Muppet Show – Theme Song
Eric Idle – Always Look On the Bright Side of Life
Gil Scott-Heron – The Bottle
Youssou N’Dour – 7 Seconds ft. Neneh Cherry
The Saw Doctors – Share The Darkness
Charlie Ryder – UBUNTU
Charlie Ryder – Love & Healing
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All music is available on Spotify in the Social Fabric Playlist
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Title Music Alice by Lucky Bones
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