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3. The Big Sleep

What's the Story, Ashley Storrie? Series 1
Episode 3 of 4

Ashley and her dysfunctional family move to the other side of the Glasgow and keep it a secret. From 2023.

Growing up surrounded by gangsters and a dysfunctional family, this is the story of Ashley - a tall comedian who loves William Shatner and hates textured fabrics.

The family have moved home, and Ashley is sworn to secrecy to avoid any repercussions, "the cat is fine, thank you" is the party line.

She and her parents are starting all over again on the other side of the city, where Ashley diagnoses her father's problems and inherits a surrogate father, the Captain of the SS Enterprise.

Written and performed by Ashley Storrie

Produced by Julia Sutherland

A Dabster production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in 2023.

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14 minutes

On radio

Thu 20 Aug 2026 23:45
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Broadcasts

  • Wed 18 Jan 2023 23:00
    BBC Radio 4
  • Thu 20 Aug 2026 23:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra