Working Class Roots

Helen shares her upbringing in a large working-class family, highlighting the challenges they faced, including financial constraints that limited access to the arts. She discusses her father's rigorous training to become a licensed London cab driver, known as "the knowledge," which requires an intimate understanding of the city's streets. This conversation sheds light on the value of hard work and the unique skills of London cabbies, emphasizing the importance of instinct and experience in navigating life's challenges.