A darkly humorous coming-of-age story exploring family dysfunction, self-discovery, and resilience.Set against the backdrop of San Francisco and Sicily in the 1940's and 1950's, with a melancholic yet tounge-in-cheek tonality, Caro Carrowack draws inspiration from many personal experiences. The story also draws parallels with the complex family dynamics observed in some of society's most influential figures - including the Musks, the Sacklers, the Trumps, the Roys and others - as t...

Expect a summer festival with a difference as some of the nation's favourite comics turn curators and host a virtual festival featuring their favourite performers from the worlds of comedy, literature and spoken word.They'll be in control of everything (even the weather) as we're taken along for the ride to not only hear some great performances but also to get an insight into the cultural radars of our celebrity hosts.The six episodes are hosted in turn by Miles Jup...

A sparkling selection of one-off comedy shows from Radio 4's Sunday night Stand Up Specials seasonSince 2018, BBC Radio 4 has been making the nation laugh with its Stand Up Specials strand, featuring fantastic half-hour sets from a host of celebrated comedians. This wide-ranging collection brings together eleven of the very best acts, from established stars to new and emerging talent, as they 'zoom through angst from all angles' (The Guardian