Drama of the Week

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Drama #164

Every Friday we bring you a new drama from BBC Radio 4 or Radio 3. Exercise your imagination with some of the best writers and actors on radio. Storytelling at its very best.

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  • Janith
    Plane Speaking
    What’s with all the “Goddamns”? What’s the point of sprinkling them in nearly every conversation? Whether or not you find them offensive, they certainly lose their effect after the first three. Cheap shot and disappointing writing. You can do better.
  • SBrentnall
    BBC podcasts no longer play
    I used to love listening to BBC dramas, but none of them will play anymore here in the US. I don’t understand why they’re showing in the library if we’re not allowed to listen to them.
  • minigoofy2011
    Superb !
    The tragic story of the Penlee lifeboat was told with profound dignity and compassion towards the victims of this tragic incident . The memories of the family members of the victims were very moving! The story make me smile,cry and hope that memories of the victims will never faith away ! Calm is the Sea music performance by Mousehole Male Voice Choir was very truly touching ! Thank you,Callum Mitchell and kudos to BBC Drama of The Week Team! Great podcast!
  • Ukmichael
    Murmuration
    Superb Storyline After a hectic few minutes as the introduction to the story unfolds you soon become entwined as the story unfolds Excellent acting and very well written Thank you.
  • Mizerbrit
    Politically correct sh_te
    It’s rare there is an episode that doesn’t have sodomites, lesbians, racism, climate change or so called “refugees”. Used to be great with stories that reflected the vast amount of society. I’m done. Last weeks Hotel was excellent- but a rarity with BBC.
  • Marcdedawods
    Podcasts keep disappearing.
    I've tried to sync my iPhone with my MacBook to get my saved episodes. For a couple of days I was happy I got my favorite episodes back. All 148 of them. This evening, I'm alarmed to see that they've all disappeared again leaving me just 9 episodes! How come POD Bedroom and POD living room didn't go? I've had that since 2017 and it's still there! Can you please settle your rift with Apple please? And yeah, reviews from 9yrs ago are still here!
  • les251
    Great programmes poor supply of multipart series
    This was one of my favourite podcasts but overtime the inconsistency or complete lack of providing subsequent episodes of multipart series is off putting. Should not provide dramas that are made up of several parts if not willing to provide all episodes on the podcast app
  • All My Saved Podcasts are Gone
    Sad to My Saved Library Go
    I had saved several dozen episodes to listen to a second time and they have all disappeared from my podcast list. They are all unavailable to re-download. I’m disappointed that BBC and Apple can delete files arbitrarily from the podcast app.
  • Needs correcting
    Very much enjoy this show
    Very entertaining
  • Robin Ali
    Appreciation
    I can not put my excitement and longing for the episodes of this podcast into words.l appreciate the efforts BBC Drama staff puts in to keep this fantastic podcast going.
  • Jstaminute
    Fantastic
    Enjoying every minute. Top notch production quality, professional voice acting and sound stage background create an immersion experience difficult to find in pod form. This will go to the top of my subscription list.
  • MilaMalakoff
    Love every minute
    Makes my day every week. Thank goodness for BBC
  • Serask
    DOT was rubbish!
    I had to turn this off before the end. Almost a caricature of life in the war and so silly. Waste of time.
  • HawkePhD
    Diverse genres, all well produced
    I really look forward to new episodes of this podcast! Even though I don’t enjoy all genres represented, I’ve really liked almost all of the dramas I’ve listened to. They are all well produced with great voice actors. I just wish they were posted more frequently. :)
  • МГ-П2014
    A must listen
    Loved dramatization of “Das Kapital”. Going to listen again. Great radio!
  • Jerrigirl1
    Drama of the Week
    I love these drama shows==wish there were more!!
  • Oliver560
    Best Radio Show
    I would say this is the best radio show I ever listen to. Drama is great, drama by BBC is extraordinary. It’s the only program that you can hear the “picture”.
  • Pz5z
    Amazing creative drama
    Look forward to every Friday. Very enjoyable wish there was more then just once a week.
  • Beanee
    A refreshing Christmas story
    Fairy Tale of New Malden lightened my morning. Thanks!
  • Gaurav Vaidya
    A little inconsistent, but when it’s good, it’s GREAT
    Well-written radio dramas with consistently great acting; I find some of the stories aren’t as well written as others, but wait long enough and you’ll have a couple of *amazing* MP3s on your hands.
  • ideali
    Thanks BBC
    Great to listen and would be glad to have access to archive!
  • Man from Porlock
    6 ****** if I could
    6 ****** if I could
  • trollope wit
    nice job bbc!
    💙👞👛👪😃🌊☔️🌈🏰🏡
  • dvvb
    An exceptional quality audio drama
    What a well-made podcast! Very high quality show in every way.
  • Gigi0620
    Truly wonderful podcast, but...
    I have only one nit to pick -- I don't like being required to resubscribe every few weeks or so. The main reason why I'm not happy about this is because when my subscription mysteriously vanishes, I don't always realize it right away -- and then I end up missing out on what sounds like an interesting story because all the episodes which were listed before are no longer accessible.
  • 手电筒好看
    More Shows Please
    All the episodes are great. Please make the past episodes available again, so look forward to listening to the ones I haven't heard before.
  • Interpreter Scheduling, Better
    Very, very good.
    I listen to a lot of audio entertainment; I do old time radio shows, new podcast productions, and audiobooks. This series is always good. The stories and performances keep me engaged, and I enjoy the sound effects and music used, too.
  • scalepluspoints
    How do I get past episodes?
    Anyone?
  • HVillage
    Outstanding
    I concur with the rest! Please make past episodes available. This was beautifully done. Thank you!
  • Mcagc
    Great stories!
    I agree. Please make past episodes available to download
  • kissima
    Awesome!!!
    Please make past episodes available!!
  • Yippeeskipy
    Wonderful
    I love this podcast. Very well done. I just wish past episodes were available.
  • Fictionalgrrl
    Love, love, love is all there is
    Beautiful, fast-moving dialogue that makes you stay with the characters no matter where they go. The cast, direction, and production was superb!
  • Getmotonimus
    Awesome!
    Love this story. But what does it mean?
  • QDRO Queen
    Well done!
    A story told through phone messages and conversation. Very clever device and a great story to boot.
  • Aboud Dandachi
    Fantastic play
    First time I've listened to a play on a podcast. Fantastic production, very well written and acted. Can't wait for next week's drama. The ending will stay with me for days.
  • Madcow o'reilly
    Fantastic!
    Always rivetting. These stay on my mind for days. Always written and acted brilliantly.
  • Spud Edwards
    Fantastic
    To the beeb You provide the most eclectic mix of programs in the world that stimulate, entertain and educate. Thank you.
  • gsawyers
    Excellent! More please.
    I am glad it's Friday tomorrow, I can hardly wait for the next play. Thanks from an ex-pat in San Diego, California.
  • Mqbkpfg
    Wow!
    Superb plays and production.
  • Jktczh
    Great!
    Very nice plays!
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