Big Ben chimes and bending time

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The iconic chime of Big Ben marks the hours, but an artist found a way to bend time as the clock keeps it. The BBC partnered with American sound sculptor Bill Fontana on a public art project. Paddy O’Connell, of the BBC show Broadcasting House joins The Takeaway to discuss the project. Guest: Paddy O’Connell, BBC Host, Broadcasting House

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