

Limelight
BBC Radio 4
The Limelight podcast - for fiction and drama serials you won't want to miss from Radio 4.
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Dec 1, 2023 • 28min
English Rose: Series 2: 1. Go West Young Girl
Fresh start in LA, suspicious plans for a rejuvenation spa, telepathic messages, surprising fantasy horror with a comic twist.

Dec 1, 2023 • 2min
English Rose: Series 2: Recap
In this episode, the speakers talk about the arrival of a new nanny, their disturbing discussion about killing a baby, and meeting someone with unique dietary needs. An invitation is extended to meet in Central Park.

Nov 27, 2023 • 2min
English Rose: Series 2: Trailer
A vampire named Rose moves to Beverly Hills and faces the challenges of her new life. Her past starts to catch up with her, with mysterious mentions of cadavers and a connection to Transylvania.

Nov 20, 2023 • 33min
Spores: Series 1: 5. Mycosis
A psychological horror story set in rural Wales explores the impact of mycelium. Cassie fights to be believed as she discovers the dangerous spread of mold. The podcast delves into themes of trust, loss, and hidden threats. The characters navigate devastating news and concerns about the effects of spores on their parents. The story takes a captivating turn as they explore a house surrounded by magnificent trees.

Nov 20, 2023 • 32min
Spores: Series 1: 4. Rot
A social worker discovers mold in a client's flat and fears for her family's safety when she finds it in her own house. As the mold grows, she resorts to extreme measures and struggles to be believed. The podcast explores themes of trust, mental health, and the hidden threat of mold. It also delves into the strange preference of mold for homes and its potential purpose in nature.

Nov 20, 2023 • 31min
Spores: Series 1: 3. Drift
A social worker discovers mold in a client's house and her own, leading to fears for her family's safety. Cassie's mental health is questioned while the fungus continues to grow. She finds an ally in Hywel. A story of trust and the hidden threat attacking us.

Nov 20, 2023 • 32min
Spores: Series 1: 2. Seed
A psychological horror story set in rural Wales. Cassie discovers mold in her own house and fears for her family. As the fungus spreads, she resorts to extreme measures. A sporing event forces Cassie to make a desperate decision. A story of trust and a hidden threat attacking our power.

Nov 20, 2023 • 27min
Spores: Series 1: 1. Growth
A psychological horror story set in rural Wales involving a social worker who discovers mold in her own house and fears for her family's safety. The podcast explores themes of trust, mental health, and the hidden threat of the spreading fungus. Episodes cover topics such as birds in the home, mold infestation, and the frustration of dealing with a landlord. The characters delve into different realities and the isolation of living with a mold problem.

Nov 13, 2023 • 2min
Spores: Series 1: Trailer
A psychological horror story set in rural Wales amid the mysterious world of mycelium. Cassie, a social worker, discovers mould in her own house and fears for her family's safety. Despite her warnings, no one believes her. A story of trust, secrets, perception, and a hidden threat attacking what makes us powerful.

Oct 20, 2023 • 29min
Harland: Series 3: 5. Diu triach
In this supernatural thriller, forces unleashed centuries ago collide with the present, ripping the world apart. The protagonist encounters their doppelganger and learns of a ritual at a shrine. A serene moment with Sarah witnesses the emergence of a new world.