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Love and Other Lies: 3. Dream Job

12 februari 2024 · 28 min

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Josie ..... Jessica Gunning
Larry ..... Paul Ready
Tyler ..... Anthony J Abraham
Daria ..... Margaret Cabourn-Smith
Aiden ..... Ed Coleman
Emma ..... Kitty O'Sullivan
Gemma ..... Rhiannon Neads
Nick ..... Josh Bryant-Jones
Detective ..... John Lightbody Lees meer

Writer ..... Sarah Cartwright
Script Producer ...... Anne Isger
Technical Producers ..... Peter Ringrose & Alison Craig
Composer ..... Alexandra Hamilton-Ayres
Director ..... Sally Avens

Josie & Tyler are working as money mules for a catfishing gang. Blackmailed into the work after they killed the member of the gang who was 'sextorting' Josie.
But that's just the beginning of their problems as now the police want to talk to Josie. Do they know she's a mule or even worse, a murderer?

Love and Other Lies: 2. Wedlock

12 februari 2024 · 28 min

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Josie believes she has killed the man who was blackmailing her. She has barely covered her tracks before the people behind him get in touch, and now she owes them. Lees meer

A comedy thriller in five parts by Sarah Cartwright, starring Jessica Gunning and Paul Ready.

Josie ..... Jessica Gunning
Tyler ..... Anthony J. Abraham
Larry ..... Paul Ready
Emma ..... Kitty O'Sullivan
Aiden/Man ..... Ed Coleman
Clerk ..... Rhiannon Neads

Writer ..... Sarah Cartwright
Script Producer ..... Anne Isger
Composer ..... Alexandra Hamilton-Ayres
Technical Producers ..... Peter Ringrose & Alison Craig
Director ..... Sally Avens

Love and Other Lies: 1. Romance

12 februari 2024 · 29 min

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Josie’s marriage has gone stale. So when an old schoolfriend finds her online and starts telling her she’s wonderful, she falls hard. Then he asks for money, and he has a video she would never want anyone to see. Lees meer

With nowhere else to turn, Josie enlists the last person she would choose: her daughter’s boyfriend.

A comedy thriller in five parts by Sarah Cartwright, starring Jessica Gunning and Paul Ready.

Josie ..... Jessica Gunning
Larry ..... Paul Ready
Tyler ..... Anthony J. Abraham
Aiden ..... Ed Coleman
Emma ..... Kitty O'Sullivan
Nick ..... Josh Bryant-Jones

Writer ..... Sarah Cartwright
Script Producer ..... Anne Isger
Technical Producers ..... Peter Ringrose & Alison Craig
Composer ..... Alexandra Hamilton-Ayres
Director ..... Sally Avens

Love and Other Lies: Trailer

12 februari 2024 · 2 min

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When an online flirtation turns bad, Josie goes from being titillated to terrified. Lees meer

Her dream of romance turning into the nightmare of sextortion. Soon she is embroiled in a web of deceit which can barely hold together her suburban life.

A rollercoaster of a comic thriller.

Written by Sarah Cartwright

Sabine: Episode 5

9 februari 2024 · 29 min

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Armed with the USB drive of Sabine’s recordings, Elly retraces her sister’s movements on the night she died. It’s a race against time to find Sabine’s killer and avert further tragedy. Lees meer

When Sabine’s body is found beneath the cliffs in an apparent suicide, her sister Elly is convinced she was murdered. Elly's hunt for the killer takes her deep into the secret life in Brighton her sister kept hidden. Sabine is a new five-part murder mystery by Mark Healy.

CAST
Elly ..... Sorcha Groundsell
Sabine ..... Freya Mavor
Mia ..... Aisling Loftus
Oakley ..... Rupert Evans
Daniel ..... Ivanno Jeremiah
Ziggy ..... Ian Dunnett Jr
Becca ..... Rhiannon Neads
Rutherford ..... Jessica Turner
Poppy ..... Juliana Lisk

Written by Mark Healy
Directed by Anne Isger
Sound by Keith Graham, Ali Craig and Pete Ringrose
Production Co-ordination by Gaelan Davis-Connolly

Sabine is a BBC Audio Production for Radio 4

Sabine: Episode 4

9 februari 2024 · 29 min

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Elly’s found a USB drive of Sabine’s secret recordings, meant for Elly’s eyes only. A dangerous side of Sabine’s hidden life is revealed, in the weeks leading up to her death. In this episode, Sabine tells her own story. Lees meer

When Sabine’s body is found beneath the cliffs in an apparent suicide, her sister Elly is convinced she was murdered. Elly's hunt for the killer takes her deep into the life in Brighton her sister kept secret. Sabine is a new five-part murder mystery by Mark Healy.

CAST
Sabine ..... Freya Mavor
Oakley ..... Rupert Evans
Daniel ..... Ivanno Jeremiah
Becca ..... Rhiannon Neads
Ziggy ..... Ian Dunnett Jr
Rutherford ..... Jessica Turner

Written by Mark Healy
Directed by Anne Isger
Sound by Keith Graham, Ali Craig and Pete Ringrose
Production Co-ordination by Gaelan Davis-Connolly

Sabine is a BBC Audio Production for Radio 4

Sabine: Episode 3

9 februari 2024 · 28 min

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After a terrifying night, Elly is sure she knows who killed Sabine. But crucial evidence has now been stolen. Lees meer

When Sabine’s body is found beneath the cliffs in an apparent suicide, her sister Elly is convinced she was murdered. Elly's hunt for the killer takes her deep into the secret life in Brighton her sister kept hidden. Sabine is a new five-part murder mystery by Mark Healy.

CAST
Elly ..... Sorcha Groundsell
Sabine ..... Freya Mavor
Mia ..... Aisling Loftus
Oakley ..... Rupert Evans
Daniel ..... Ivanno Jeremiah
Becca ..... Rhiannon Neads
Poppy ..... Juliana Lisk
Sullivan ..... John Lightbody

Written by Mark Healy
Directed by Anne Isger
Sound by Keith Graham, Ali Craig and Pete Ringrose
Production Co-ordination by Gaelan Davis-Connolly

Sabine is a BBC Audio Production for Radio 4

Sabine: Episode 2

9 februari 2024 · 28 min

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Elly’s been staying in Sabine’s flat to pack up her things. But after finding some surprising evidence in her sister's room, Elly’s desperate to find out who ‘F’ is. Lees meer

When Sabine’s body is found beneath the cliffs in an apparent suicide, her sister Elly is convinced she was murdered. Elly's hunt for the killer takes her deep into the secret life in Brighton her sister kept hidden. Sabine is a new five-part murder mystery by Mark Healy.

CAST
Elly ..... Sorcha Groundsell
Sabine ..... Freya Mavor
Oakley ..... Rupert Evans
Daniel ..... Ivanno Jeremiah
Gabe ..... Tommy Sim’aan
Mia ..... Aisling Loftus
Ziggy ..... Ian Dunnett Jr
Poppy ..... Juliana Lisk

Written by Mark Healy
Directed by Anne Isger
Sound by Keith Graham, Ali Craig and Pete Ringrose
Production Co-ordination by Gaelan Davis-Connolly

Sabine is a BBC Audio Production for Radio 4

Sabine: Episode 1

9 februari 2024 · 28 min

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When Sabine’s body is found beneath the cliffs in an apparent suicide, her sister Elly is convinced she was murdered. Elly's hunt for the killer takes her deep into the secret life her sister kept hidden. Lees meer

Elly has gone to Brighton to pack up her sister’s university room and wait for the results of the post-mortem. But things aren’t quite adding up, and Elly soon starts to unearth the secrets that Sabine was keeping from her.

Sabine is a new five-part murder mystery by Mark Healy.

CAST
Elly ..... Sorcha Groundsell
Sabine ..... Freya Mavor
Mia ..... Aisling Loftus
Gabe ..... Tommy Sim’aan
Daniel ..... Ivanno Jeremiah
Sullivan ..... John Lightbody
Poppy ..... Juliana Lisk
Elly’s Mum ..... Jessica Turner

Written by Mark Healy
Directed by Anne Isger
Sound by Keith Graham, Ali Craig and Pete Ringrose
Production Co-ordination by Gaelan Davis-Connolly

Sabine is a BBC Audio Production for Radio 4

Sabine: Trailer

9 februari 2024 · 2 min

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Elly’s hunting for her sister Sabine’s killer. And everyone has something to hide. Even Sabine herself. Lees meer

A brand new five-part murder mystery by Mark Healy comes to BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds. The whole series is available on BBC Sounds from 9 February 2023.

Cobalt: Episode 5

12 januari 2024 · 29 min

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The series concludes and everything returns to earth. Lees meer

Series creators Eno Mfon and Darragh Mortell

Episode 5 by Eno Mfon

ORIGINAL MUSIC by Kaidi Tatham

CAST
Maita - Saffron Coomber
Julian - John Pfumojena
Manfred - Jude Akuwudike
Bevin - Tonderai Munyevu
Lagos Police Officer - Richard Pepple
Criminals - Tyler Cameron, John Lightbody

Sound: Catherine Robinson and Nigel Lewis
Director: John Norton
A BBC Audio Drama Wales Production

Cobalt: Episode 4

12 januari 2024 · 28 min

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News about dad comes through, and Maita and Julian decide to drive to Nigeria Lees meer

Series creators Eno Mfon and Darragh Mortell

Episode 4 by Darragh Mortell

ORIGINAL MUSIC by Kaidi Tatham

CAST
Maita - Saffron Coomber
Julian - John Pfumojena
Manfred - Jude Akuwudike
Kenny - Ashley Zhangazha
Morgue Assistant - Diana Yekinni
Newsreaders - Tyler Cameron, Diana Yekinni, Bevin Magama

Sound: Catherine Robinson and Nigel Lewis
Director: John Norton
A BBC Audio Drama Wales Production

Cobalt: Episode 3

12 januari 2024 · 28 min

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Maita's in Zimbabawe looking for her dad. She's not ready for what she finds. Lees meer

Series creators Eno Mfon and Darragh Mortell

Episode 3 by Eno Mfon

ORIGINAL MUSIC by Kaidi Tatham

CAST
Maita - Saffron Coomber
Julian - John Pfumojena
Mum - Caitlin Richards
Chiedza - Chipo Mushuku

Sound: Catherine Robinson and Nigel Lewis
Director: John Norton
A BBC Audio Drama Wales Production

Cobalt: Episode 2

12 januari 2024 · 29 min

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Maita goes to see her dad for her birthday, but he's not in...and there's something strange about his flat. When she goes to look for him down the docks where he works, she discovers there is more than just her dad that has gone missing. Convinced he has gone back to Zimbabwe, she drops everything and follows him there. Lees meer

Series creators Eno Mfon and Darragh Mortell

Episode 2 by Darragh Mortell

ORIGINAL MUSIC by Kaidi Tatham

CAST
Maita - Saffron Coomber
Julian - John Pfumojena
Mum - Caitlin Richards
Gurai - Chipo Kureya
Derek - John Lightbody
Taxi Driver/ Barman - Dalumuzi Moyo
Highfield Resident - Bevin Magama
Newsreaders and TikTokers - Kitty O'Sullivan, Rhiannon Neads & Tyler Cameron

Sound: Catherine Robinson and Nigel Lewis
Director: John Norton
A BBC Audio Drama Wales Production

Cobalt: Episode 1

12 januari 2024 · 28 min

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Maita goes to see her dad for her birthday, but he's not in...and there's something strange about his flat. When she goes to look for him down the docks where he works, she discovers there is more than just her dad that has gone missing. Lees meer

Series creators Eno Mfon and Darragh Mortell

Episode 1 by Eno Mfon

ORIGINAL MUSIC by Kaidi Tatham

CAST
Maita - Saffron Coomber
Julian - John Pfumojena
Bevin - Tonderai Munyevu
Mum- Caitlin Richards
Tony - Dean Rehman
Chatty Caryl - Carys Eleri
Meditation voice, TikToker - Kitty O'Sullivan
Newsreader, TikToker - Rhiannon Neads
Woman on tape - Chipo Mushuku
Not Jehovahs, TikTokers - Tyler Cameron and John Lightbody

Sound: Catherine Robinson and Nigel Lewis
Director: John Norton
A BBC Audio Drama Wales Production

Cobalt: Trailer

5 januari 2024 · 3 min

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A global thriller questioning the guardianship of the earth and our own sense of home. Written by Eno Mfon and Darragh Mortell, whose previous work together includes the Prix Italia shortlisted Siege. With original music by Kaidi Tatham.

English Rose: Series 2: 5. Fire and Ice

1 december 2023 · 30 min

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By Helen Cross. Lees meer

Rose is getting closer to the truth and learning about her own heritage is helping her grow in strength. The vampires are arriving from Europe by Maya's invitation and Austin and Jack are plotting. Can she keep Gully safe and whose side is Maya on?

Stylish and surprising fantasy horror with a comic twist, starring Alexandra Mardell (Coronation Street) and Demetri Goritsas (Ten Percent).
With music by Dana Margolin and Sam Yardley of Mercury-nominated band, Porridge Radio.

Helen Cross wrote ‘My Summer of Love’ which won a Betty Trask award and was made into a Bafta-winning film with Emily Blunt (recently rated her best film in The Guardian top ten Emily Blunt films). Mary Ward-Lowery won Best Director in 2020 Audio Drama Awards.

Rose ... Alexandra Mardell
Maya ... Miranda Braun
Austin ... Demetri Goritsas
Siobhan ... Deirdre Mullins
Delphine ... Yasemin Özdemir
Mam ... Jane Thornton
Jack ... Tyler Cameron
Gym owner ... Don Gilet
Dakota ... Rhiannon Neads
Alina ... Kitty O'Sullivan
Englishman ... Martin Bonger
Angry Man ... Douglas Hodgson
Gully ... Bruce Casswell

Original music written and performed by Dana Margolin and Sam Yardley of Porridge Radio.

Sound design by Ilse Lademann and Mary Ward-Lowery
Assistant Producer ... Alison Crawford
Director ... Mary Ward-Lowery

English Rose: Series 2: 4. Young Blood

1 december 2023 · 29 min

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By Helen Cross. It seems that Rose has been chasing after the wrong father. But neither of the men in Gully's life are great role models. And they're definitely up to something. Meanwhile, Delphine has disappeared. Lees meer

Stylish and surprising fantasy horror with a comic twist, starring Alexandra Mardell (Coronation Street) and Demetri Goritsas (Ten Percent).
With music by Dana Margolin and Sam Yardley of Mercury-nominated band, Porridge Radio.

Helen Cross wrote ‘My Summer of Love’ which won a Betty Trask award and was made into a Bafta-winning film with Emily Blunt (recently rated her best film in The Guardian top ten Emily Blunt films). Mary Ward-Lowery won Best Director in 2020 Audio Drama Awards.

Rose ... Alexandra Mardell
Maya ... Miranda Braun
Austin ... Demetri Goritsas
Siobhan ... Deirdre Mullins
Delphine ... Yasemin Özdemir
Mam ... Jane Thornton
Jack ... Tyler Cameron
Gym owner ... Don Gilet
Dakota ... Rhiannon Neads
Alina ... Kitty O'Sullivan
Englishman ... Martin Bonger
Angry Man ... Douglas Hodgson
Gully ... Bruce Casswell

Original music written and performed by Dana Margolin and Sam Yardley of Porridge Radio.

Sound design by Ilse Lademann and Mary Ward-Lowery
Assistant Producer ... Alison Crawford
Director ... Mary Ward-Lowery

English Rose: Series 2: 3. Transylvania

1 december 2023 · 28 min

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By Helen Cross.
Rose won't survive 'the Old Land'. Her Mam means Transylvania.
So when Rose arrives at a picturesque town in the shadow of the Carpathian Mountains, she's on high alert. Lees meer

Rose's arrival is a nasty surprise for Siobhan too. She wants to go home, yes, but not in a body bag. And if Austin's 'reappeared' here, then Rose has to be ready for a fight.

Stylish and surprising fantasy horror with a comic twist, starring Alexandra Mardell (Coronation Street) and Demetri Goritsas (Ten Percent).
With music by Dana Margolin and Sam Yardley of Mercury-nominated band, Porridge Radio.

Helen Cross wrote ‘My Summer of Love’ which won a Betty Trask award and was made into a Bafta-winning film with Emily Blunt (recently rated her best film in The Guardian top ten Emily Blunt films). Mary Ward-Lowery won Best Director in 2020 Audio Drama Awards.

Rose ... Alexandra Mardell
Maya ... Miranda Braun
Austin ... Demetri Goritsas
Siobhan ... Deirdre Mullins
Delphine ... Yasemin Özdemir
Mam ... Jane Thornton
Jack ... Tyler Cameron
Gym owner ... Don Gilet
Dakota ... Rhiannon Neads
Alina ... Kitty O'Sullivan
Englishman ... Martin Bonger
Angry Man ... Douglas Hodgson
Gully ... Bruce Casswell

Original music written and performed by Dana Margolin and Sam Yardley of Porridge Radio.

Sound design by Ilse Lademann and Mary Ward-Lowery
Assistant Producer ... Alison Crawford
Director ... Mary Ward-Lowery

English Rose: Series 2: 2. Beware of the Dog

1 december 2023 · 28 min

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By Helen Cross.
Rose is beginning to regret her part in Maya's transformation, and she's suspicious about Maya's plans for a 'rejuvenation' spa in the California Hills. She can see that Maya is already deeply in love with the night. But Rose's first task is to check on baby Gully. Is he behind the telepathic messages she keeps getting? Lees meer

Stylish and surprising fantasy horror with a comic twist, starring Alexandra Mardell (Coronation Street) and Demetri Goritsas (Ten Percent).
With music by Dana Margolin and Sam Yardley of Mercury-nominated band, Porridge Radio.

Helen Cross wrote ‘My Summer of Love’ which won a Betty Trask award and was made into a Bafta-winning film with Emily Blunt (recently rated her best film in The Guardian top ten Emily Blunt films). Mary Ward-Lowery won Best Director in 2020 Audio Drama Awards.

Rose ... Alexandra Mardell
Maya ... Miranda Braun
Austin ... Demetri Goritsas
Siobhan ... Deirdre Mullins
Delphine ... Yasemin Özdemir
Mam ... Jane Thornton
Jack ... Tyler Cameron
Gym owner ... Don Gilet
Dakota ... Rhiannon Neads
Alina ... Kitty O'Sullivan
Englishman ... Martin Bonger
Angry Man ... Douglas Hodgson
Gully ... Bruce Casswell

Original music written and performed by Dana Margolin and Sam Yardley of Porridge Radio.

Sound design by Ilse Lademann and Mary Ward-Lowery
Assistant Producer ... Alison Crawford
Director ... Mary Ward-Lowery

English Rose: Series 2: 1. Go West Young Girl

1 december 2023 · 28 min

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By Helen Cross. Lees meer

Rose has made a fresh start in the City of Angels and life feels good. But she can't ignore the past, and now it's starting to bite.

Her ex-boss Maya is loving never getting older and has Rose to thank for that. Maya has big plans for a 'rejuvenation' spa in the California hills, but Rose suspects all is not what it seems. On top of that she's worried that someone, or something, is trying to send her telepathic messages. But are they to warn her, or frighten her?

Stylish and surprising fantasy horror with a comic twist, starring Alexandra Mardell (Coronation Street) and Demetri Goritsas (Ten Percent). With music by Dana Margolin and Sam Yardley of Mercury-nominated band, Porridge Radio.

Helen Cross wrote ‘My Summer of Love’ which won a Betty Trask award and was made into a Bafta-winning film with Emily Blunt (recently rated her best film in The Guardian top ten Emily Blunt films). Mary Ward-Lowery won Best Director in 2020 Audio Drama Awards.

Rose ... Alexandra Mardell
Maya ... Miranda Braun
Austin ... Demetri Goritsas
Siobhan ... Deirdre Mullins
Delphine ... Yasemin Özdemir
Mam ... Jane Thornton
Jack ... Tyler Cameron
Gym owner ... Don Gilet
Dakota ... Rhiannon Neads
Alina ... Kitty O'Sullivan
Englishman ... Martin Bonger
Angry Man ... Douglas Hodgson
Gully ... Bruce Casswell

Original music written and performed by Dana Margolin and Sam Yardley of Porridge Radio.

Sound design by Ilse Lademann and Mary Ward-Lowery
Assistant Producer ... Alison Crawford
Director ... Mary Ward-Lowery

English Rose: Series 2: Recap

1 december 2023 · 2 min

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Rose is a young girl from Whitby, with a taste for bloody revenge: the perfect nanny for Baby Gulliver. But nothing in New York turned out as planned. Lees meer

A reminder of the events of the first series of English Rose before you dive into series 2.

English Rose: Series 2: Trailer

27 november 2023 · 2 min

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Rose has come from Whitby to the City of Angels to make a fresh start. It’s not easy being a vampire. And now the past is starting to bite. Lees meer

The supernatural drama written by award-winning author Helen Cross returns to BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds. The whole series is available on BBC Sounds from 1 December, 2023.

Spores: Series 1: 5. Mycosis

20 november 2023 · 33 min

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A psychological horror story set in rural Wales amid the mysterious world of mycelium. Lees meer

When social worker Cassie discovers mould in the flat of a vulnerable service user she puts it down to poor quality housing. But then she discovers it in her own house and begins to fear for the safety of her family.

For partner Morgan and young son Bryn, it’s not the mould that troubles them but Cassie’s mental health. As the fungus continues to grow and spread, Cassie resorts to more extreme measures to combat it. But why will no one listen to her when she warns of danger? With Hywel’s help Cassie begins to find answers. But they are not the ones she wanted.

In Greek mythology, Cassandra was condemned to speak the truth yet never be believed. A story of trust and what happens when we lose it. And of a hidden threat attacking the very thing that makes us powerful.

Written and created by Marietta Kirkbride

Cassie …… Kate O’Flynn
Interviewer ….. Laurel Lefkow
Hywel ….. Lloyd Meredith
Morgan…… Owain Gwynn
Bryn …… Macsen Ovens
Joyce ….. Kezrena James
Ola …… Aggy K. Adams
Theo …… Richard Corgan
Young Helen …… Lily Anne Lefkow

Other voices played by the cast

Production Manager: Anna de Wolff Evans
Production Assistant: Teresa Milewski
Executive Producer: Sara Davies

Title Music: Ioana Selaru & Melo-Zed
Sound Design: Jon Nicholls

Directed and Produced by Nicolas Jackson

An Afonica production for BBC Radio 4

Spores: Series 1: 4. Rot

20 november 2023 · 32 min

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A psychological horror story set in rural Wales amid the mysterious world of mycelium. Lees meer

When social worker Cassie discovers mould in the flat of a vulnerable service user she puts it down to poor quality housing. But then she discovers it in her own house and begins to fear for the safety of her family.

For partner Morgan and young son Bryn, it’s not the mould that troubles them but Cassie’s mental health. As the fungus continues to grow and spread, Cassie resorts to more extreme measures to combat it. But why will no one listen to her when she warns of danger? When Ola proves an uncertain ally, Cassie is forced to turn back to Hywel for help.

In Greek mythology, Cassandra was condemned to speak the truth yet never be believed. A story of trust and what happens when we lose it. And of a hidden threat attacking the very thing that makes us powerful.

Written and created by Marietta Kirkbride

Cassie …… Kate O’Flynn
Ola …… Aggy K. Adams
Interviewer ….. Laurel Lefkow
Hywel ….. Lloyd Meredith
Morgan…… Owain Gwynn
Bryn …… Macsen Ovens
Health Professional ….. Kezrena James
Theo …… Richard Corgan
Young Helen …… Lily Anne Lefkow

Other voices played by the cast

Production Manager: Anna de Wolff Evans
Production Assistant: Teresa Milewski
Executive Producer: Sara Davies

Title Music: Ioana Selaru & Melo-Zed
Sound Design: Jon Nicholls

Directed and Produced by Nicolas Jackson

An Afonica production for BBC Radio 4

Spores: Series 1: 3. Drift

20 november 2023 · 31 min

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A psychological horror story set in rural Wales amid the mysterious world of mycelium. Lees meer

When social worker Cassie discovers mould in the flat of a vulnerable service user she puts it down to poor quality housing. But then she discovers it in her own house and begins to fear for the safety of her family.

For partner Morgan and young son Bryn, it’s not the mould that troubles them but Cassie’s mental health. As the fungus continues to grow and spread, Cassie resorts to more extreme measures to combat it. But why will no one listen to her when she warns of danger? Cassie finds an ally in the reclusive Hywel when the Polish girl makes contact again.

In Greek mythology, Cassandra was condemned to speak the truth yet never be believed. A story of trust and what happens when we lose it. And of a hidden threat attacking the very thing that makes us powerful.

Written and created by Marietta Kirkbride

Cassie …… Kate O’Flynn
Ola …… Aggy K. Adams
Hywel ….. Lloyd Meredith
Interviewer ….. Laurel Lefkow
Morgan…… Owain Gwynn

Other voices played by the cast

Production Manager: Anna de Wolff Evans
Production Assistant: Teresa Milewski
Executive Producer: Sara Davies

Title Music: Ioana Selaru & Melo-Zed
Sound Design: Jon Nicholls

Directed and Produced by Nicolas Jackson

An Afonica production for BBC Radio 4

Spores: Series 1: 2. Seed

20 november 2023 · 32 min

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A psychological horror story set in rural Wales amid the mysterious world of mycelium. Lees meer

When social worker Cassie discovers mould in the flat of a vulnerable service user she puts it down to poor quality housing. But then she discovers it in her own house and begins to fear for the safety of her family.

For partner Morgan and young son Bryn, it’s not the mould that troubles them but Cassie’s mental health. As the fungus continues to grow and spread, Cassie resorts to more extreme measures to combat it. But why will no one listen to her when she warns of danger? An ethereal “sporing event” forces Cassie to make a desperate decision.

In Greek mythology, Cassandra was condemned to speak the truth yet never be believed. A story of trust and what happens when we lose it. And of a hidden threat attacking the very thing that makes us powerful.

Written and created by Marietta Kirkbride

Cassie …… Kate O’Flynn
Morgan…… Owain Gwynn
Interviewer ….. Laurel Lefkow
Bryn …… Macsen Ovens
Joyce ….. Kezrena James
Huw …… Richard Corgan
Hywel ….. Lloyd Meredith

Other voices played by the cast

Production Manager: Anna de Wolff Evans
Production Assistant: Teresa Milewski
Executive Producer: Sara Davies

Title Music: Ioana Selaru & Melo-Zed
Sound Design: Jon Nicholls

Directed and Produced by Nicolas Jackson

An Afonica production for BBC Radio 4

Spores: Series 1: 1. Growth

20 november 2023 · 27 min

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A psychological horror story set in rural Wales amid the mysterious world of mycelium. Lees meer

When social worker Cassie discovers mould in the flat of a vulnerable service user she puts it down to poor quality housing. But then she discovers it in her own house and begins to fear for the safety of her family.

For partner Morgan and young son Bryn, it’s not the mould that troubles them but Cassie’s mental health. As the fungus continues to grow and spread, Cassie resorts to more extreme measures to combat it. But why will no one listen to her when she warns of danger? The appearance of a mysterious Polish girl adds fuel to the friction within the family.

In Greek mythology, Cassandra was condemned to speak the truth yet never be believed. A story of trust and what happens when we lose it. And of a hidden threat attacking the very thing that makes us powerful.

Written and created by Marietta Kirkbride

Cassie …… Kate O’Flynn
Interviewer ….. Laurel Lefkow
Morgan ..... Owain Gwynn
Joyce ….. Kezrena James
Bryn …… Macsen Ovens
Huw …… Richard Corgan
Ola …… Aggy K. Adams

Other voices played by the cast

Production Manager: Anna de Wolff Evans
Production Assistant: Teresa Milewski
Executive Producer: Sara Davies

Title Music: Ioana Selaru & Melo-Zed
Sound Design: Jon Nicholls

Directed and Produced by Nicolas Jackson

An Afonica production for BBC Radio 4

Spores: Series 1: Trailer

13 november 2023 · 2 min

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A psychological horror story set in rural Wales amid the mysterious world of mycelium. Lees meer

When social worker Cassie discovers mould in the flat of a vulnerable service user she puts it down to poor quality housing. But then she discovers it in her own house and begins to fear for the safety of her family.

For partner Morgan and young son Bryn, it’s not the mould that troubles them but Cassie’s mental health. As the fungus continues to grow and spread, Cassie resorts to more extreme measures to combat it. But why will no one listen to her when she warns of danger?
In Greek mythology, Cassandra was condemned to speak the truth yet never be believed.

A story of trust and what happens when we lose it. And of a hidden threat attacking the very thing that makes us powerful.

Harland: Series 3: 5. Diu triach

20 oktober 2023 · 29 min

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Lucy Catherine's supernatural thriller reaches its apocalyptic conclusion. Sarah may still be at his side but Dan finds the world around him is being ripped apart as forces unleashed centuries ago come crashing into the present. The Hare Witches will not be denied. Lees meer

Dan ..... Tyger Drew-Honey
Sarah ..... Ayesha Antoine
Janis ..... Fiona Skinner
Fordingbridge ..... Sean Baker
Keshia ..... Rhiannon Neads
Molly Gold ..... Carolyn Pickles
Dom Rob ..... Josh Bryant-Jones
DJ ..... Don Gilet

Production Co-ordinator ..... Jenny Mendez
Technical Producer ..... Andrew Garratt
Sound Design by Peter Ringrose and Caleb Knightley
Directed by Toby Swift
A BBC Audio Production for BBC Radio 4

Harland: Series 3: 4. Diu eathamon

20 oktober 2023 · 28 min

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Fordingbridge is on the trail of Keshia who he believes is a Hare Witch. Still devastated by his father's betrayal, Dan continues his search for the four Hare Witches not yet knowing if they will bring about salvation or the end of the world. By Lucy Catherine. Lees meer

Dan ..... Tyger Drew-Honey
Morris ..... Rupert Holliday Evans
Sadie ..... Melissa Advani
Sarah ..... Ayesha Antoine
Fordingbridge ..... Sean Baker
Keshia ..... Rhiannon Neads
DCI Cummins ..... John Lightbody
Dom-Rob ..... Josh Bryant-Jones
DJ ..... Don Gilet

Production Co-ordinator ..... Jenny Mendez
Technical Producer ..... Andrew Garratt
Sound Design by Peter Ringrose and Caleb Knightley
Directed by Toby Swift
A BBC Audio Production for BBC Radio 4

Harland: Series 3: 3. Diu iath

20 oktober 2023 · 28 min

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Deep in the woods of reclusive industrialist Darius Fordingbridge's estate, Dan meets a surprising new ally. Together they go in search of the third of the four Hare Witch. By Lucy Catherine. Lees meer

Dan ..... Tyger Drew-Honey
Morris ..... Rupert Holliday Evans
Keshia ..... Rhiannon Neads
Sadie ..... Melissa Advani
Sarah ..... Ayesha Antoine
Reception-Bot ..... Kitty O’Sullivan

Production Co-ordinator ..... Jenny Mendez
Technical Producer ..... Andrew Garratt
Sound Design by Peter Ringrose and Caleb Knightley
Directed by Toby Swift
A BBC Audio Production for BBC Radio 4

Harland: Series 3: 2. Diu mart

20 oktober 2023 · 28 min

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Lucy Catherine's supernatural thriller continues. On the run from the police, Dan has sought refuge inside the trunk of the ancient Wych Elm which still stands amidst the charred ruins of Harland's shopping centre. Lees meer

Dan ..... Tyger Drew-Honey
Morris ..... Rupert Holliday Evans
Sadie ..... Melissa Advani
Sarah ..... Ayesha Antoine
Janis ..... Fiona Skinner
DCI Cummins ..... John Lightbody
Fordingbridge ..... Sean Baker
Dom-Rob ..... Josh Bryant-Jones
Melangell ..... Kitty O’Sullivan
Security Guard ..... Tyler Cameron

Production Co-ordinator ..... Jenny Mendez
Technical Producer ..... Andrew Garratt
Sound Design by Peter Ringrose and Caleb Knightley
Directed by Toby Swift
A BBC Audio Production for BBC Radio 4

Harland: Series 3: 1. Diu luna

20 oktober 2023 · 28 min

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Lucy Catherine's supernatural thriller returns to Harland, the new town haunted by its bloody past. Six weeks have passed and Dan is under house arrest, suspected of murder, arson and abducting a baby. His search for missing police detective Sarah Ward and the answer to the mystery of the Hare Witches seems to be at an end. Lees meer

Dan ..... Tyger Drew-Honey
Morris ..... Rupert Holliday Evans
Sadie ..... Melissa Advani
Sarah ..... Ayesha Antoine
Janis ..... Fiona Skinner
DCI Cummins ..... John Lightbody
Security Guard ..... Tyler Cameron
DJ ..... Don Gilet
Tool Voice ..... Kitty O’Sullivan

Production Co-ordinator ..... Jenny Mendez
Technical Producer ..... Andrew Garratt
Sound Design by Peter Ringrose and Caleb Knightley
Directed by Toby Swift
A BBC Audio Production for BBC Radio 4

Harland: Series 3: Trailer

13 oktober 2023 · 4 min

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Lucy Catherine's supernatural thriller reaches its third and final series. Ex-CCTV operative Dan (Tyger Drew-Honey) is in search of Sarah, a police detective who mysteriously disappeared when a sink hole opened up on a housing estate in the new town of Harland. His quest has led to his current house arrest for suspected murder, arson and the abduction of a baby. Lees meer

The System: Series 3: Method 5: Die

6 oktober 2023 · 29 min

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Five Methods for Overcoming Mortality. Lees meer

Season finale of Ben Lewis’ propulsive thriller.

When the Children of the Green Man open the castle gates to a mob of gamers, it becomes clear that a storm is coming.

The fate of everyone is now in the hands of the few. But whose version of reality will win out?

Cast:

Maya… Siena Kelly
Jake … Jack Rowan
Coyote…Divian Ladwa
Robin…Ryan Sampson
Matt Finch…Rhashan Stone

Original music and sound design by Danny Krass
A BBC Scotland Production directed by Kirsty Williams

The System: Series 3: Method 4: Turn into a Cyborg and Fly to Mars

6 oktober 2023 · 28 min

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Season 3 of Ben Lewis’ award-winning thriller.

A community of activists vowing to make the earth sacred again, a mob of gamers desperate to win the augmented reality game that’s sweeping the nation and an elite group of super rich party goers are all making their way towards Matt Finch’s Scottish castle.
It’s his 50th birthday and tonight he fully expects to be assassinated.

Cast:

Maya… Siena Kelly
Jake … Jack Rowan
Coyote…Divian Ladwa
Carly and Amanda…Lois Chimimba
Robin and Voice of the Game…Ryan Sampson
Matt Finch…Rhashan Stone

Percussion by Alon Ilsar

Original music and sound design by Danny Krass
A BBC Scotland Production directed by Kirsty Williams

The System: Series 3: Method 3: Find a God and Pray

29 september 2023 · 28 min

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Season 3 of Ben Lewis’ award-winning thriller.

Pulled from her safe house by an unusual woman, Maya finds herself on an unexpected journey of self-discovery.
Meanwhile Jake attempts to get to the bottom of where she’s disappeared to by challenging Robin – the enigmatic man with the red mullet.

Cast:
Maya… Siena Kelly
Jake … Jack Rowan
Coyote…Divian Ladwa
Wendy … Amelia Bullmore
Robin…Ryan Sampson
Matt Finch and Control…Rhashan Stone

Original music and sound design by Danny Krass
A BBC Scotland Production directed by Kirsty Williams

The System: Series 3: Method 2: Fill the Hole

22 september 2023 · 27 min

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Season 3 of Ben Lewis’ award-winning thriller.

Ankle-tagged by the authorities and cancelled by the media, Maya is trying to focus on a life of hedonism when she begins to suspect someone is trying to kill her. Are they? Or is there something even more surreal about to unfold?

Cast:

Maya… Siena Kelly
Coyote…Divian Ladwa
Reggie…Ian Dunnett Jnr
Robin…Ryan Sampson

Original music and sound design by Danny Krass
A BBC Scotland Production directed by Kirsty Williams

The System: Series 3: Method 1: Denial

15 september 2023 · 28 min

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Ben Lewis’ award-winning thriller returns for a third and final season.

Maya and Jake were once close siblings. Now they’re divided in an increasingly divided world.

Maya’s infamy as an activist fighting for social change and climate consciousness has pushed her to the margins, whilst Jake’s commitment to serve king and country has placed him at the centre of a society increasingly intolerant of people on the fringe.

But Maya and Jake’s worlds are about to collide in what will become a fight for survival. For them. And for us.

Cast:
Jake … Jack Rowan
Maya… Siena Kelly
Coyote…Divian Ladwa
Carly…Lois Chimimba
Ash…Ian Dunnett Jnr
Matt Finch … Rhashan Stone
Voice of the Game…Ryan Sampson

Original music and sound design by Danny Krass
A BBC Scotland Production directed by Kirsty Williams

The System: Series 3: Trailer

12 september 2023 · 2 min

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The System, Series 3: Five Methods for Overcoming Mortality. Lees meer

Ben Lewis’ award-winning propulsive thriller returns for a third and final season.

When an immersive online game spills into the real world, siblings Maya and Jake find themselves pulled into a fight for survival. For them. And for us.

There's Something I Need to Tell You: 5. Friends

11 augustus 2023 · 36 min

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After agreeing to help a mysterious stranger, a young couple are implicated in an assassination at their hotel. They find themselves plunged into a deadly game of political score-settling that spans the world and from which they must run to survive. A global thriller of espionage, money and murder. Lees meer

In Episode 5, Istanbul, the Russian oligarch and his superyacht…

With very strong language.

By John Scott Dryden and Misha Kawnel

Cast:
Jake.....Chris Lew Kum Hoi
Kayla.....Sophia Del Pizzo
Yuri.....Nick Nevern
Marty.....Chris Anderson

Other parts:
Yasmine Alice
Nezar Alderazi
Nicholas Goh
Walles Hamonde
Jay Lim
Megan Soh &
Sheng Chien Tsai

Original music by Sacha Puttnam

Production:
Sound Design: Joseff Harris & John Scott Dryden
Sound Engineer: Paul Clark
Production Assistant: Joe Troy
Producer: Emma Hearn
Director: John Scott Dryden

A Goldhawk Production for BBC Radio 4.

There's Something I Need to Tell You: 4. The Party

11 augustus 2023 · 29 min

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After agreeing to help a mysterious stranger, a young couple are implicated in an assassination at their hotel. They find themselves plunged into a deadly game of political score-settling that spans the world and from which they must run to survive. A global thriller of espionage, money and murder. Lees meer

In Episode 4, the Thai Senator, an interrogation, a private jet…

By John Scott Dryden and Misha Kawnel

Cast:
Jake.....Chris Lew Kum Hoi
Kayla.....Sophia Del Pizzo
Yuri.....Nick Nevern
Senator.....Song Hung Chang
Anuman.....Akie Kotabe
Thai Captain.....Sheng Chien Tsai
Senator’s Security.....Nicholas Goh & Jay Lim

Other parts played by:
Yasmine Alice
Nezar Alderazi
Nicholas Goh
Walles Hamonde
Megan Soh &
Sheng Chien Tsai

Original music by Sacha Puttnam

Production:
Sound Design: Joseff Harris & John Scott Dryden
Sound Engineer: Paul Clark
Production Assistant: Joe Troy
Producer: Emma Hearn
Director: John Scott Dryden

A Goldhawk production for BBC Radio 4

There's Something I Need to Tell You: 3. The Invitation

11 augustus 2023 · 29 min

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After agreeing to help a mysterious stranger, a young couple are implicated in an assassination at their hotel. They find themselves plunged into a deadly game of political score-settling that spans the world and from which they must run to survive. A global thriller of espionage, money and murder. Lees meer

In Episode 3, A Bangkok escape, another death, an unexpected invite…

By John Scott Dryden and Misha Kawnel

Cast:
Jake.....Chris Lew Kum Hoi
Kayla.....Sophia Del Pizzo
Terry.....Nick Nevern
Miriam.....Jennifer Armour
Zidane.....Walles Hamonde
Official.....Nezar Alderazi

Other parts played by:
Yasmine Alice
Nezar Alderazi
Hugo Dyden
Leela-Grace Dryden
Nicholas Goh
Walles Hamonde
Jay Lim
Ayeesha Menon
Megan Soh
Sheng Chien Tsai

Original music by Sacha Puttnam

Production:
Sound Design: Joseff Harris & John Scott Dryden
Sound Engineer: Paul Clark
Production Assistant: Jo Troy
Producer: Emma Hearn
Director: John Scott Dryden

A Goldhawk production for BBC Radio 4.

There's Something I Need to Tell You: 2. Big Problem

11 augustus 2023 · 31 min

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After agreeing to help a mysterious stranger, a young couple are implicated in an assassination at their hotel. They find themselves plunged into a deadly game of political score-settling that spans the world and from which they must run to survive. A global thriller of espionage, money and murder. Lees meer

In Episode 2: Death in Dubai, a secret agent, the police…

With very strong language.

By John Scott Dryden and Misha Kawnel

Jake.....Chris Lew Kum Hoi
Kayla.....Sophia Del Pizzo
Miriam.....Jennifer Armour
Tour Guide.....Nezar Alderazi
Inspector Zidane.....Walles Hamonde

Other parts played by:
Nezar Alderazi
Yasmine Alice
Chris Anderson
Megan Soh

Original music by Sacha Puttnam

Production:
Sound Design: Joseff Harris & John Scott Dryden
Sound Engineer: Paul Clark
Production Assistant: Jo Troy
Producer: Emma Hearn
Director: John Scott Dryden

A Goldhawk production for BBC Radio 4.

There's Something I Need to Tell You: 1. Tennis Buddies

11 augustus 2023 · 28 min

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After agreeing to help a mysterious stranger, young couple Jake and Kayla are implicated in an assassination at their hotel. They find themselves plunged into a deadly game of political score-settling that spans the world and from which they must run to survive. A global thriller of espionage, money and murder. Lees meer

In Episode 1, a five-star hotel, contract killers and a chance encounter in Dubai…

By John Scott Dryden and Misha Kawnel

Cast:
Jake.....Chris Lew Kum Hoi
Kayla.....Sophia Del Pizzo
Omar.....Nick Nevern
Marty.....Chris Anderson
Barman..... Nezar Alderazi

Other parts played by:
Yasmine Alice
Jennifer Armour
Walles Hamonde
Megan Soh

Original music by Sacha Puttnam

Production:
Sound Design: Joseff Harris & John Scott Dryden
Sound Engineer: Paul Clark
Production Assistant: Jo Troy
Producer: Emma Hearn
Director: John Scott Dryden

A Goldhawk production for BBC Radio 4.

There's Something I Need to Tell You: Trailer

4 augustus 2023 · 2 min

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After agreeing to help a mysterious stranger, young couple Jake and Kayla are implicated in an assassination at their hotel. They find themselves plunged into a deadly game of political score-settling that spans the world and from which they must run to survive. A global thriller of espionage, money and murder. Lees meer

by John Scott Dryden & Misha Kawnel

With:

Chris Lew Kum Hoi
Sophia Del Pizzo
Nick Nevern
Jennifer Armour
Walles Hamonde
Akie Kotabe

Production:
Trail by Jack Soper
Sound Design: Joseff Harris & John Scott Dryden
Sound Engineer: Paul Clark

Produced by Emma Hearn and
Directed by John Scott Dryden

A Goldhawk Production for BBC Radio 4.

Bitter Pill: 5. Face the Fear

7 juli 2023 · 28 min

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An audio drama series about memory and trauma. Lees meer

After a traumatic car crash, Mary joins a clinical drug trial that promises a cure for PTSD. The medication triggers intense flashbacks of the accident that left her fiancée comatose. But is Mary simply remembering the event, or reliving it? And if she is actually returning to the past, does that mean she can change her future?

Cast:
Mary ….. Séainín Brennan
Jackie ….. Charlotte McCurry
Carl ……. Shaun Blaney
Eoin ….. Seamus O’Hara
Jackie’s Mum ….. Carol Moore
Warren ….. Martin McCann
All other roles were played by the cast and crew.

Writers ….. Michael Patrick & Oisín Kearney
Producer ….. Michael Shannon
Executive Editor ….. Andy Martin

Music composed by Denis Clohessy.
Sound Design by Bill Maul.

A BBC Northern Ireland production.

Bitter Pill: 4. Trust Issues

7 juli 2023 · 27 min

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An audio drama series about memory and trauma. Lees meer

After a traumatic car crash, Mary joins a clinical drug trial that promises a cure for PTSD. The medication triggers intense flashbacks of the accident that left her fiancée comatose. But is Mary simply remembering the event, or reliving it? And if she is actually returning to the past, does that mean she can change her future?

Cast:
Mary ….. Séainín Brennan
Jackie ….. Charlotte McCurry
Carl ……. Shaun Blaney
Eoin ….. Seamus O’Hara
Warren ….. Martin McCann
All other roles were played by the cast and crew.

Writers ….. Michael Patrick & Oisín Kearney
Producer ….. Michael Shannon
Executive Editor ….. Andy Martin

Music composed by Denis Clohessy.
Sound Design by Bill Maul.

A BBC Northern Ireland production.

Bitter Pill: 3. Disconnect

7 juli 2023 · 28 min

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An audio drama series about memory and trauma. Lees meer

After a traumatic car crash, Mary joins a clinical drug trial that promises a cure for PTSD. The medication triggers intense flashbacks of the accident that left her fiancée comatose. But is Mary simply remembering the event, or reliving it? And if she is actually returning to the past, does that mean she can change her future?

Cast:
Mary ….. Séainín Brennan
Jackie ….. Charlotte McCurry
Carl ……. Shaun Blaney
Stuart ….. Tony Flynn
Warren ….. Martin McCann
All other roles were played by the cast and crew.

Writers ….. Michael Patrick & Oisín Kearney
Producer ….. Michael Shannon
Executive Editor ….. Andy Martin

Music composed by Denis Clohessy.
Sound Design by Bill Maul.

A BBC Northern Ireland production.