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Bird Island

By: Katy Wix
Narrated by: Reece Shearsmith, Katy Wix, Julian Rhind-Tutt, full cast
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Summary

Ben, a young scientist working in the sub-Antarctic, tries to adapt to the loneliness by keeping a cheery audio diary on his Dictaphone.

On the one hand, Ben is on the trip of a lifetime to Sub-Antarctica. On the other, he's trapped in an icy hell with one other person, a dodgy internet connection and a dictaphone. Loneliness is something of a problem. His fellow travelling scientist Graham should alleviate this, but the tragi-comic fact is, they are nerdy blokes, so they can only stumble through yet another awkward exchange. Ben experiences all the highs and lows that this beautiful, but lonely place has to offer but fails miserably to communicate this to Graham. So, Ben shares his thoughts with us in the form of an audio 'log'.

Apart from his research studying the Albatross on the Island, Ben attempts to continue normal life with an earnestness and enthusiasm which is ultimately very endearing. We're with him as chats awkwardly with Graham, telephones his mother and as he tries to form a long distance relationship with a woman through Chemistry.com. In fact, we follow Ben as everything occurs to him. We also hear the pings and whirrs of machinery, the Squawks and screeches of the birds and the vast expanse outside. Oh, and ice. Lots of ice.

Starring Reece Shearsmith and Julian Rhind-Tutt

Written by Katy Wix

Produced by Tilusha Ghelani

©2019 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2019 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd
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An Outstanding Ode to the Oddball

The opportunity of a lifetime to indulge in one’s passion is a dream we can all relate to. But when that dream is to be isolated, freezing cold and lonely, how can you convey your document it properly? An audio diary of course. Beautifully written, wonderfully cast and acted Bird Island is a touching piece of Audio art.

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sweet and hilarious - worth a listen

really thought id get annoyed at Ben with his contagious enthusiasm but he's just so likeable. the ending was great but I wish it was longer. a great listen

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Fabulous, witty and poignant.

More episodes, please, Katy. I want to know more about all the characters and seals.

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Love. Love love

Such a good series. I wish there were more episodes. Katie Wix is very talented writer

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Could not stop listening!!

This is just absolutely brilliant. So so funny, hilariously written and beautifully performed. Cannot recommend highly enough.

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A wonderful treat!

We've made it a proper ritual to sit down with a cup of tea to listen to two or three episodes and it's been glorious.

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