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The 80s song that brought back my memories
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Length:
39 minutes
Released:
Jul 28, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
In the aftermath of a car accident at 19 years old, Thomas Leeds was left with no memories of his childhood, of his family and friends, even cultural references were all wiped away. As Thomas began to rebuild his life he struggled with thoughts about his future because, he says, he didn't know where he'd come from. He became obsessed with the popular culture of the 80s and 90s — the era of his childhood — hoping something would trigger his memory. Then, aged 30 while planning the perfect playlist for his 80s-themed birthday party, a song suddenly unlocked memories that had been lost for 10 years.
You can follow Thomas' story on twitter @thomasleeds
Presenter: Emily Webb
Producer: Mariana Des Forges
Picture: collage of pictures of Thomas Leeds' brain scans, as a child and recently in hospital getting tests
Credit: all photos courtesy of Thomas Leeds
Get in touch: outlook@bbc.com
You can follow Thomas' story on twitter @thomasleeds
Presenter: Emily Webb
Producer: Mariana Des Forges
Picture: collage of pictures of Thomas Leeds' brain scans, as a child and recently in hospital getting tests
Credit: all photos courtesy of Thomas Leeds
Get in touch: outlook@bbc.com
Released:
Jul 28, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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