

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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Sep 12, 2023 • 2min
The System: Series 3: Trailer
A thrilling final season awaits in 'The System S3' as an immersive online game spills into reality, leading to a fight for survival. Join the conflict between the richest 1% and underground activists in this gripping chapter.

Aug 11, 2023 • 36min
There's Something I Need to Tell You: 5. Friends
A young couple gets caught up in a deadly game of politics and assassination while staying at a hotel. They find themselves implicated and must run for their lives. In this episode, they encounter a Russian oligarch and his superyacht in Istanbul. The podcast features strong language and an intense storyline.

Aug 11, 2023 • 29min
There's Something I Need to Tell You: 4. The Party
A young couple gets caught up in a dangerous game after helping a stranger. They consider seeking help from the British Embassy but decide to prepare themselves. Jake and an unnamed woman meet a suspicious Senator in a derelict warehouse. A conversation ends abruptly when room 557 at a hotel is mentioned. The group discusses the need to move an envelope and the arrival of Kayla. Kayla receives an invitation to join 'They' on a super yacht, making Jake concerned for her.

Aug 11, 2023 • 29min
There's Something I Need to Tell You: 3. The Invitation
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. In Episode 3, A Bangkok escape, another death, an unexpected invite…By John Scott Dryden and Misha KawnelCast:
Jake.....Chris Lew Kum Hoi
Kayla.....Sophia Del Pizzo
Terry.....Nick Nevern
Miriam.....Jennifer Armour
Zidane.....Walles Hamonde
Official.....Nezar AlderaziOther parts played by:
Yasmine Alice
Nezar Alderazi
Hugo Dyden
Leela-Grace Dryden
Nicholas Goh
Walles Hamonde
Jay Lim
Ayeesha Menon
Megan Soh
Sheng Chien TsaiOriginal music by Sacha PuttnamProduction:
Sound Design: Joseff Harris & John Scott Dryden
Sound Engineer: Paul Clark
Production Assistant: Jo Troy
Producer: Emma Hearn
Director: John Scott DrydenA Goldhawk production for BBC Radio 4.

Aug 11, 2023 • 31min
There's Something I Need to Tell You: 2. Big Problem
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. In Episode 2: Death in Dubai, a secret agent, the police…With very strong language.By John Scott Dryden and Misha KawnelJake.....Chris Lew Kum Hoi
Kayla.....Sophia Del Pizzo
Miriam.....Jennifer Armour
Tour Guide.....Nezar Alderazi
Inspector Zidane.....Walles HamondeOther parts played by:
Nezar Alderazi
Yasmine Alice
Chris Anderson
Megan SohOriginal music by Sacha PuttnamProduction:
Sound Design: Joseff Harris & John Scott Dryden
Sound Engineer: Paul Clark
Production Assistant: Jo Troy
Producer: Emma Hearn
Director: John Scott DrydenA Goldhawk production for BBC Radio 4.

Aug 11, 2023 • 28min
There's Something I Need to Tell You: 1. Tennis Buddies
Jake and Kayla's holiday takes a dangerous turn when they get implicated in an assassination at their hotel. They navigate through Dubai's unique experiences and encounter shady characters. As they discuss financial concerns and explore their own relationship insecurities, they are faced with a risky deal that could change their lives.

Aug 4, 2023 • 2min
There's Something I Need to Tell You: Trailer
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.by John Scott Dryden & Misha KawnelWith:Chris Lew Kum Hoi
Sophia Del Pizzo
Nick Nevern
Jennifer Armour
Walles Hamonde
Akie KotabeProduction:
Trail by Jack Soper
Sound Design: Joseff Harris & John Scott Dryden
Sound Engineer: Paul ClarkProduced by Emma Hearn and
Directed by John Scott DrydenA Goldhawk Production for BBC Radio 4.

Jul 7, 2023 • 28min
Bitter Pill: 5. Face the Fear
Séainín Brennan, Charlotte McCurry, Shaun Blaney, Seamus O’Hara, and Carol Moore discuss the audio drama series about memory and trauma. Topics include a pill to cure PTSD through time travel, moral implications, intense arguments and emotional strain, surprising news, new CEO plans, and cult investigation.

Jul 7, 2023 • 27min
Bitter Pill: 4. Trust Issues
In this podcast, a clinical trial promises a cure for PTSD but triggers intense flashbacks. The characters explore time travel and the importance of trust. They prepare for a drug trial and reflect on their past. A heated argument leads to a loss of trust between the characters.

Jul 7, 2023 • 28min
Bitter Pill: 3. Disconnect
An audio drama series about memory and trauma.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 MartinMusic composed by Denis Clohessy.
Sound Design by Bill Maul.A BBC Northern Ireland production.