Short Works Episodes Available now
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Lord of the Fruit Flies
A new short work from Pippa Goldschmidt inspired by the life of scientist Hermann Muller.
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A Thoroughly Modern Woman by Bita Taghavi
A moving and funny portrayal of a woman getting to grips with change.
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At Heart Centre by Bernie McGill
It鈥檚 been years since Stella went to yoga. 58 years, to be exact.
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Paraphernalia by Jane Fraser
A stowaway threatens the tranquillity of a family outing in the Gower. By Jane Fraser
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When Love Sucks by Naomi Wood
In a new story by Naomi Wood a woman turns to an AI dating coach to mend her broken heart.
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Stew Woman
By Hannah Vincent. Stew鈥檚 wife is planning an very unusual dinner for him.
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The Death of Wildflowers
A short story from Scottish writer Helen McClory marking the primal shift of the seasons.
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Byres Road
By Rhiannon Tise. After 30 years away, a woman meets up with an old boyfriend.
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Minor Disturbances by Cherise Saywell
In this specially written story there is a misunderstanding at an out of town play centre.
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The Language of Flowers
By Elaine Chiew. Willow and Geoff can鈥檛 read each other鈥檚 signals.