

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 23, 2022 • 33min
One Five Seven Years: 3. Jacob
In this podcast, the concept of living for two lifetimes is explored. It discusses the genetic condition of Extended Life Syndrome (ELS) and the unfair treatment of individuals with this condition. The subjective nature of age and the challenges it brings are also discussed. Jacob's motives for ELS reversal and a disturbing act he commits are explored.

Sep 23, 2022 • 34min
One Five Seven Years: 2. Uche
In this podcast, an alternative world where some people have Extended Life Syndrome (ELS) is explored. The story follows 16-year-old Uche as she navigates the danger of rejecting ELS testing. Along the way, she finds safety in a shelter, meets a woman with unique appearance, learns about her community, and experiences the DNA testing service with uncertainty.

Sep 23, 2022 • 33min
One Five Seven Years: 1. Anya
Anya and Luke debate the pros and cons of genetic testing for extended life syndrome. They discuss the challenges of relationships and career aspirations, only to receive positive test results and uncertainty about the future. The podcast also delves into the fear of dying, missing test results, and lab practices. Introduces the podcast 'One Five Seven Years' and mentions another podcast called 'Unreal'.

Sep 21, 2022 • 3min
One Five Seven Years: Trailer
Explore the concept of extended life syndrome (ELS) and its impact on life choices and societal repercussions. Discuss the moral dilemmas associated with testing for ELS.

Aug 19, 2022 • 28min
Exemplar: Series 1: 5. A Deadly Secret
A lone wolf audio forensic analyst, Jess, races to find her mother and reevaluates her childhood memories. She seeks advice about her dad taking her mom and leaves a voicemail for Dr. Judith Carter. A person recounts a tragic violent encounter and its consequences, making a chilling decision. The speaker reflects on their past, discussing a fake story staged by their father and their move away. A planned get-together and Jade Gujova's secret police are discussed.

Aug 19, 2022 • 28min
Exemplar: Series 1: 4. Gangland Shooting
The podcast discusses analyzing a recording and planning a visit to better understand the acoustics. Alder contacts Gartenhouse to inquire about their mother's whereabouts. Detective Inspector Nish Gopal and the team investigate the potential crime scene at the Paradise club. The podcast explores the powerful sound system of a nightclub. The characters discuss the crime scene, speculate on the culprit, and express concerns about a place called Veritas.

Aug 19, 2022 • 28min
Exemplar: Series 1: 3. The Politician
A modern day thriller set in the North East of England starring Gina McKee as a lone wolf audio forensic analyst and Juliet Stevenson as a populist leader.Jess and Maya reluctantly agree to assist a controversial public figure to verify a piece of incriminating audio.Exemplar is based on an idea by leading sound designers Ben and Max Ringham, and written by Ben Ringham, Max Ringham and Dan Rebellato.Jess ..... Gina McKee
Maya ..... Shvorne Marks
Aoife ..... Fenella Woolgar
Judith ..... Barbara Marten
Rose ..... Juliet Stevenson
Lawrence ..... Asif Khan Audio forensic consultant: James Zjalić
Sound recordist: Alisdair McGregor
Studio assistant: Oyin Fowowe
Production coordinator: Darren Spruce
Sound design: Lucinda Mason Brown and David Chilton
Original music/Sound consultants: Ben and Max Ringham
Directors: Polly Thomas and Jade Lewis
Executive producer: Joby WaldmanDirectors: Polly Thomas and Jade LewisA Reduced Listening production for BBC Radio 4 first broadcast in September 2022.

Aug 19, 2022 • 28min
Exemplar: Series 1: 2. Searching
A lone wolf scientist with a troubled past embarks on a hunt to find an old friend based on a mysterious voice note. Diverse perspectives in criminal justice and potential cancer concerns are also discussed. A cryptic message suggests danger and pursuit, while the speaker leaves a message about a golden house party and meeting someone named Maya.

Aug 19, 2022 • 28min
Exemplar: Series 1: 1. Judith
Gina McKee stars as Jess, a lone wolf scientist with a troubled past whose passion for sound makes her the UK’s leading audio forensic examiner. Together with her new trainee, Maya, she undertakes a different sound challenge in every episode.A modern-day thriller set in the North-East of England.Jess attends the scene of a young woman’s apparently accidental death to create an audio exemplar to match a recording from a voice activated speaker. Mysterious voice messages about the past from her mother Judith add to the tension.Exemplar is rooted in factual research and based on an idea from Ben and Max Ringham. Written by Ben Ringham, Max Ringham and Dan Rebellato.Exemplar: an audio recording made by a forensic analyst to recreate the precise audio conditions of a piece of evidence in a criminal or civil caseJess ..... Gina McKee
Maya ..... Shvorne Marks
Aoife ..... Fenella Woolgar
Judith ..... Barbara Marten
Nathalie ..... Chetna Pandya
Dylan ..... Don GiletWriters: Ben and Max Ringham, with Dan Rebellato
Showrunner: Dan Rebellato
Audio forensic consultant: James Zjalić
Sound recordist: Alisdair McGregor
Studio assistant: Oyin Fowowe
Production coordinator: Darren Spruce
Sound design: Lucinda Mason Brown and David Chilton
Original music/Sound consultants: Ben and Max Ringham
Directors: Polly Thomas and Jade Lewis
Executive producer: Joby WaldmanA Reduced Listening production for BBC Radio 4 first broadcast in August 2022.

Aug 15, 2022 • 2min
Exemplar: Series 1: Trailer
Gina McKee, a lone wolf scientist with a troubled past and leading audio forensic examiner, talks about visualizing sound as a single line and its qualities in this episode of the podcast.


