

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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Jan 5, 2024 • 3min
Cobalt: Trailer
A global thriller questioning guardianship of the earth and our sense of home. Surprising discoveries and theft of 25 tons of cobalt worth £20 million.

Dec 1, 2023 • 30min
English Rose: Series 2: 5. Fire and Ice
Rose uncovers her heritage and grows in strength, vampires arrive from Europe, Austin and Jack plot, keeping Gully safe is a challenge, Maya's allegiance is unclear. Stylish and surprising fantasy horror with a comic twist.

Dec 1, 2023 • 29min
English Rose: Series 2: 4. Young Blood
A fantasy horror podcast that follows Rose as she realizes she has been chasing the wrong father. Mysterious characters and their plans, including Jack and Austin, unfold. The arrival at a bus depot and Maya's vulnerability around Jack are explored. The narrator questions the purpose of spa workers and encounters unexpected guests.

Dec 1, 2023 • 28min
English Rose: Series 2: 3. Transylvania
In this podcast, Rose arrives in Transylvania and faces unexpected dangers. She confronts betrayal, mysterious messages, and the questionable activities of her friends. As tension builds, Rose embarks on a journey to a castle and encounters terrifying monsters. The podcast leaves us on a cliffhanger with a party invitation and a mysterious envelope.

Dec 1, 2023 • 28min
English Rose: Series 2: 2. Beware of the Dog
Rose regrets her involvement in Maya's transformation and is suspicious of Maya's plans for a spa. She checks on baby Gully and wonders if he's behind the telepathic messages. The speaker discusses a break-in at a mortuary in NYC. Rose and Mia discover fascinating tales and history related to Villarimvi in Hollywood. The narrator learns about ancient rules, recalls vodka cocktails, observes white horses, and encounters women by a pool. A tense conversation explores the balance between embracing change and maintaining identity. Tension arises when questioning the whereabouts of Austin and leads to suspicion. Delphine confronts Rose about her secrets and accuses her of not being honest.

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.


