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Too Clever By Half
Stephanie Calman explores the stories of women who've been in relationships where there's an intellectual mismatch. From 2011.
One aspect of romantic relationships which remains largely taboo is the issue of intellect.
Somehow it still raises eyebrows when a woman is obviously much brighter than her male partner... but what exactly is the problem?
Stephanie Calman explores this, through the stories and experiences of several women.
Producer: Karen Gregor
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in August 2011.
Last on
Wed 5 Nov 2025
00:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra
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- Mon 1 Aug 2011 11:00BBC Radio 4 FM
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