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Jul 5, 2021 • 28min
The House That Vanished: 3. Balor's Fort
A man's search for justice on a remote Irish island uncovers a mysterious house, suspicions about the government, and a missing sheet of asbestos. The investigation into the fire leads to dead ends and the struggle to forgive. Financial difficulties and broken promises add to the turmoil, but gratitude and support offer hope for a fresh start on Tory island.

Jul 5, 2021 • 27min
The House That Vanished: 2. The Real King of Tory
Neville searches for answers about his vanished house on Tory Island, encounters a wall of silence from the Islanders and visits the council offices in Lifford. The lack of records and desire to uncover the truth about a blocked county road and a burnt down house on Tory Island are discussed. Neville Preshow reports the disappearance of his house as a crime, presents evidence and calls for an investigation. The chapter explores Neville's documentary films about Tory island, the struggle for alternative sources of income and the tradition of kings. The experience with exporting films and the unexpected setback faced when Paramount backed out are shared. The plans to open a new hotel on the island, including the renovation of Neville's house and the proposal for Ward's Hotel, are discussed. The official report and photos from Dunnegal County Council that suggest the house was not damaged by fire or a storm are examined, indicating a potential suspect.

Jul 5, 2021 • 28min
The House That Vanished: 1. The Vanishing
Mystery based on the true story of one man’s search for justice on a remote Irish island, blending documentary and drama.When Neville Presho returns to Tory Island after many years overseas, he gets the shock of his life – his house has vanished. All that remains is a bathtub, lying upside down on the shore.
Neville first came to the remote Irish island in the 1970s and made a documentary about the islanders' traditional way of life, their culture and language. Neville felt warmly welcomed – now, he faces a wall of silence. Some talk mysteriously of a whirlwind and a strange glow in the night sky, others say Neville would be better off not asking. No one will tell him what happened, not even the island’s King.
Neville sets out on a search for justice, but his quest will come at great personal cost.
Neville ...... Tony Flynn
Fiona ...... Fo Cullen
Mary Meehan ...... Carol Moore
Patrick Doohan ...... Seán T. Ó Meallaigh
Patsy Dan ...... Mark Lambert
Father O’Neill ...... Niall Cusack
Man 1 ...... Lalor Roddy
Woman ...... Megan Armitage
Man 2 ...... Desmond Eastwood
Film Crew ...... Michael PatrickPresented by Siobhán McSweeney
Written by Jan Carson
Produced by Conor McKay and Michael ShannonA BBC Northern Ireland production for Radio 4, first broadcast in July 2021.

Jun 30, 2021 • 2min
The House That Vanished: Trailer
Your house is gone. Your neighbours won't talk. And you're on an island miles from shore. The true story of one man's struggle to find out why his home disappeared.

May 28, 2021 • 29min
The System: Series 1: Level 6: Judgement Day Question Mark.
Iain de Caestecker, cast member of the thriller series, discusses the past and present events in 'The System - Level 6: Judgement Day Question Mark'. The hosts explore the impact of storytelling, the urgency of the characters' situation, regret and reconciliation, a dangerous confrontation, kidnappings, revenge, and uncertainty.

May 28, 2021 • 27min
The System: Series 1: Level 5: Kill the Past
Cast members Iain de Caestecker, Siena Kelly, and guest Jack Rowan discuss the thrilling podcast series 'Limelight'. They delve into topics such as dangerous targets, the power of TV habits, mysterious actors, confessions of a double life, and the suspenseful search for a missing brother.

May 28, 2021 • 28min
The System: Series 1: Level 4: Red Pill
Iain de Caestecker and Souad Faress discuss the next level of training in 'The System' and the troubling discoveries made. They explore the theme of power, fragility, and manipulation through violent encounters and military experiments. The podcast raises questions about the wealthy elite and their impact on ordinary people, as well as the importance of unity and preparation.

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May 28, 2021 • 28min
The System: Series 1: Level 3: Field Work
A witty and propulsive six-part thriller about an exclusive personal development programme with a radical twist. Starring Siena Kelly, Jack Rowan and Iain de Caestecker.Written by Ben Lewis.The Past: pumped up and fighting fit, Jake and his unit learn how to hunt. And it’s not just animals they’re in search of.
The Present: Maya meets a woman she hopes can explain why Jake’s life hangs in the balance. Alex … Iain de Caestecker
Maya … Siena Kelly
Coyote…Divian Ladwa
Beau…Matthew Needham
DI Cohen… Chloe Pirrie
Grace…Ashna Rabheru
Jake …Jack RowanOriginal music and sound design by Danny Krass With thanks to Dr Joel Busher at the Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations, University of Coventry.A BBC Scotland production directed by Kirsty Williams

May 28, 2021 • 29min
The System: Series 1: Level 2: Sweat Blood
A witty and propulsive six-part thriller about a mysterious personal development programme. Starring Siena Kelly, Jack Rowan and Iain de Caestecker.Written by Ben Lewis.The Past: Jake and his fellow underdogs begin to radically transform their minds and bodies.
The Present: Maya’s hunt for their leader gets tense when she realises they might be hunting her. Alex … Iain de Caestecker
Maya … Siena Kelly
Jerome… Don Gilét
Coyote…Divian Ladwa
Beau…Matthew Needham
Jake …Jack RowanOriginal music and sound design by Danny Krass
Featuring tracks from Equiknoxx music collectiveWith thanks to Dr Joel Busher at the Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations, University of Coventry.A BBC Scotland production directed by Kirsty Williams

May 28, 2021 • 29min
The System: Series 1: Level 1: Get Naked
Ben Lewis's propulsive thriller starring Siena Kelly, Jack Rowan and Iain de Caestecker.When Jake signs up to a personal training programme that promises to turn the meekest man-boy into an alpha male, he doesn’t have a clue what he’s getting himself into. Two years later, his sister Maya sets out to uncover the truth. Alex … Iain de Caestecker
Jerome… Don Gilét
Maya … Siena Kelly
Beau…Matthew Needham
DI Cohen …Chloe Pirrie
Jake …Jack RowanOriginal music and sound design by Danny Krass
Featuring tracks from Equiknoxx music collectiveWith thanks to Dr Joel Busher at the Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations, University of Coventry.A BBC Scotland Production directed by Kirsty Williams