Original short works for radio.
Radio 4,·193 episodes
A new story from Richard Smyth about a writer persisting under the shadow of a mountain.
29 May 2026,·14 mins
At his local swimming pool, Jack is confused to see his ex-girlfriend in the next lane.
22 May 2026,·14 mins
One woman faces a reckoning when asylum hotel protests dredge up unwelcome memories.
15 May 2026,·14 mins
A story by Joel Morris for anyone who’s ever formed a school band – or listened to one.
08 May 2026,·14 mins
On the 1st May, a classroom assistant in Belfast celebrates the beginning of the summer.
01 May 2026,·14 mins
A tale of wonder, heartbreak and tenderness during one boy’s trip to the Scottish seaside
24 Apr 2026,·14 mins
Life's full of beauty and hardship for Annie, on the remote Welsh coast. By Rebecca F John
17 Apr 2026,·14 mins
Lou visits her elderly mother on a challenging day.
10 Apr 2026,·14 mins
A story about self-discovery, courage and hope by Bita Taghavi.
03 Apr 2026,·14 mins
A new story from Ever Dundas about the challenges of living in a neurotypical world.
27 Mar 2026,·14 mins
An uncanny new comedy by Andrew Doherty, read by Ambika Mod.
20 Mar 2026,·14 mins
In a world where women seek to shrink to the 'perfect height', a miracle pill emerges.
13 Mar 2026,·14 mins
Erin struggles to reconcile her doctor’s advice with her knowledge of his personal life.
06 Mar 2026,·14 mins
Nia has never believed in the supernatural. Until now. Short story by Lisa Zahra.
27 Feb 2026,·14 mins
A specially commissioned short story by the award-winning writer Tahmima Anam.
20 Feb 2026,·14 mins
A new story from Allan Radcliffe about a strained relationship between mum and daughter.
13 Feb 2026,·14 mins
A story about new beginnings written and read by Isy Suttie.
06 Feb 2026,·14 mins
A woman receives a phone call from her recently deceased grandmother.
30 Jan 2026,·14 mins
An original short work for radio by Jo Lloyd. Read by Alexander Vlahos.
23 Jan 2026,·14 mins
In this specially commissioned short story Barbara decides to make a new start.
16 Jan 2026,·14 mins
A tourist receives an eerie gift during an off season visit to the Callanish Stones.
09 Jan 2026,·14 mins
Kathleen learns that even after years of marriage, her husband John can still surprise her
02 Jan 2026,·14 mins
A young man returns home for a charity swim off the north coast of Ireland.
26 Dec 2025,·14 mins
A Nottingham lad gets stuck and breaks free in the same afternoon. By Henry Normal.
19 Dec 2025,·14 mins
Rumour has it the Northern Lights will be seen over Haverfordwest tonight.
05 Dec 2025,·14 mins
Dervla Kirwan reads a new story for Radio 4 by the award-winning author of Trespasses.
28 Nov 2025,·14 mins
An originally commissioned short work written by Chris McQueer.
21 Nov 2025,·14 mins
An original short work for Radio 4 by Jade Angeles Fitton
14 Nov 2025,·14 mins
A seemingly ordinary day inspires a woman to reflect on what led her to this life.
07 Nov 2025,·14 mins
Little Anghararad is caught between opposing tides - her mother and Anti Mari.
31 Oct 2025,·14 mins
