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Oleanna, The Duck Variations & more: Six Full Cast BBC Radio Drama Productions

"A collection of dramas by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author David Mamet A novelist, playwright, filmmaker and director, David Mamet ranks among America’s most famous living writers. He has penned more than 40 stage plays and over 20 screenplays, won numerous awards including the Pulitzer Prize for Glengarry Glen Ross, and was twice nominated for an Academy Award. Included here is one of his best-known plays, Oleanna, along with five pieces from earlier in his career – all featuring his trademark sharp, edgy dialogue that has come to be known as ‘Mamet-speak’. Oleanna – University student Carol visits her professor for help, then accuses him of sexual harassment. What follows is an explosive power struggle that threatens to destroy them both… An incendiary exploration of gender, class, education and perception, Mamet’s provocative 1992 play divided audiences, and remains equally controversial today. This compelling adaptation stars Mark Bonnar and Cecilia Appiah, who won an Audio Drama Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Carol. The Woods – Spending the weekend at a lakeside cabin, a young couple test their relationship to breaking point over a night of storytelling, arguments, passion and violence. Robert Bowman stars as Nick and Lisa Orgolini as Ruth in this brilliant ‘battle of the sexes’ drama. Joseph Dintenfass – In the New England countryside, Joseph has received visitors for the weekend. Late at night only Claire remains awake with him, and while she seems to offer a sexual relationship, in reality she is seeking something more. David Mamet’s one-act two-hander stars Edward Herrman and Jane Bertish. Prairie du chien – 1910, and on a night train heading West through Wisconsin, a card game flares into violence, and a haunting story of love, murder and the paranormal unfolds… Starring Lee Montague, Michael Feast, William Hootkin and John Higgins. The Duck Variations – One of the plays that launched Mamet’s career in the 1970s, this philosophical drama centres around two old men who meet on a bench overlooking the lake in a North American park. Their conversation encompasses not merely the habits of ducks, but also human nature. Cyril Shaps stars as George, with Harry Towb as Emil. Almost Done – A recollection of a cold walk through the snow leads a young mother-to-be to contemplate the stories she will hand down to her child. Susannah Fellows performs this pensive monologue on time, memory and ageing. Text copyright © 1972 (The Duck Variations), 1977 (The Woods), 1978 (Prairie du chien), 1979 (Almost Done), 1985 (Joseph Dintenfass), 1992 (Oleanna) All rights reserved Cast and credits Written by David Mamet Oleanna John – Mark Bonnar Carol – Cecilia Appiah Produced and directed by Gary Brown Production Co-ordinator: Lorna Newman Sound Design: Sharon Hughes Technical Producer: Alison Craig The Woods Nick – Robert Bowman Ruth – Lisa Orgolini Adapted and produced by Hilary Norrish Production Assistant: Joanna Hopper Joseph Dintenfass Joseph – Edward Herrmann Claire – Jane Bertish Directed by Ned Chaillet Prairie du chien The Storyteller – Lee Montague Card dealer – Michael Feast Gin player – William Hootkins Porter – Joseph Mydell Listener – Jon Higgins Listener’s son – Christopher L Martin Directed by Andy Jordan The Duck Variations Emil – Harry Towb George – Cyril Shaps Directed by Ronald Mason Almost Done Performed by Susannah Fellows Produced by Stuart Owen © 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

David Mamet (Author), Cecilia Appiah, Christopher L Martin, Cyril Shaps, Edward Herrmann, Harry Towb, Jane Bertish, Jon Higgins, Joseph Mydell, Lee Montague, Lisa Orgolini, Mark Bonnar, Michael Feast, Robert Bowman, Susannah Fellows, William Hootkins (Narrator)

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The Maltese Falcon

"Blackstone Publishing presents a faithful, full-cast dramatization of The Maltese Falcon, Dashiell Hammett’s intense and immersive hard-boiled detective classic that redefined the genre. “Don’t be too sure I’m as crooked as I’m supposed to be. That kind of reputation might be good business.”—Samuel Spade, private investigator Brilliant detective Sam Spade is the quintessential private eye, with his own code of ethics. When a standard stakeout goes wrong and Spade’s partner is killed, he finds himself drawn into the hunt for a fantastic treasure of dubious origin—a golden bird encrusted with jewels. But he’s not the only one on the trail of the falcon. Hot on his heels are Joel Cairo, a perfumed grifter; an oversized adventurer named Gutman; and Spade’s new client Brigid O’Shaughnessy, a beautiful but treacherous woman whose loyalties shift at the drop of a hat. With vividly drawn characters and memorable dialogue, this full-cast dramatization by the award-winning Hollywood Theater of the Ear brings to life all the excitement and suspense of Hammett’s original in the playhouse of the mind."

Dashiell Hammett (Author), Armin Shimerman, Burt Ross, Edward Herrmann, Keith Szarabajka, Laura Gardner, Michael Madsen, Michael Saad, Sandra Oh, Tom Towles, a full cast (Narrator)

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Presumed Innocent: A Gripping Legal Thriller from the Godfather of the Genre - Now a Major TV Series

"Now a major TV series from Apple TV+ starring Jake Gyllenhaal. 'Scott Turow is master of the legal thriller' - The Guardian From the godfather of the legal thriller, Presumed Innocent by Scott Turow is a gripping courtroom drama about ambition, hypocrisy and justice. Carolyn Polhemus was an assistant prosecuting attorney, intelligent and full of promise. When she is found dead - assaulted and strangled - the curtain is pulled on a dark, tangled web of sex, corruption and betrayal. Before long, prosecutor Rusty Sabich stands accused of her murder. He was having an affair with Carolyn - the motive seems clear-cut. With no one to trust, it is up to Rusty to uncover the truth behind this deadly crime - and prove his innocence in the process . . . Praise for Scott Turow: 'Head-and-shoulders above others in the legal thriller genre he created' - The Observer 'A brilliant chronicler of contemporary America' - The Sunday Times 'Turow does legal thrillers better than anyone else' - Irish Independent 'Worthy to be ranked with Dashiell Hammet or Raymond Chandler' - The New York Times 'No one writes better mystery suspense novels than Scott Turow' - Los Angeles Times"

Scott Turow (Author), Edward Herrmann (Narrator)

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The Boys in the Boat: An Epic Journey to the Heart of Hitler's Berlin

"Shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year, this is the bestselling story about a rowing team's quest for Olympic gold in Nazi Germany. Cast aside by his family at an early age, abandoned and left to fend for himself in the woods of Washington State, young Joe Rantz turns to rowing as a way of escaping his past. What follows is an extraordinary journey, as Joe and eight other working-class boys exchange the sweat and dust of life in 1930s America for the promise of glory at the heart of Hitler’s Berlin. Stroke by stroke, a remarkable young man strives to regain his shattered self-regard, to dare again to trust in others – and to find his way back home. Told against the backdrop of the Great Depression, Daniel James Brown's The Boys in the Boat is narrative non-fiction of the first order; a personal story full of lyricism and unexpected beauty that rises above the grand sweep of history, and captures instead the purest essence of what it means to be alive."

Daniel James Brown (Author), Edward Herrmann (Narrator)

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A Just Transition: Making Energy Poverty History with an Energy Mix

"“The book addresses the many problems with the West’s current approach to development in Africa, showing how foreign aid and misguided investments have often prevented African countries from meeting their own needs, and offers concrete suggestions for a viable program of electrification, economic development, and capacity building that will lead to climate-friendly energy production.” —Kirkus Reviews “Mr. Ayuk shows how the oil and gas industry can unleash economic development and prosperity across the continent.” —The late OPEC Secretary General, Mohammad Barkindo In just a few short decades, the many countries of our planet have become interconnected beyond our wildest imaginations. And as our view of the world has expanded, there has been a rise in the demand for cultures and political institutions around the world to “think globally.” While thinking globally is often well-meaning, acting globally without consideration for local countries can unintentionally cause harmful results. In A Just Transition, renowned Cameroonian author and entrepreneur NJ Ayuk reveals how this sobering reality is unfolding as the International Energy Agency’s ambitious green energy (IEA) policies have stifled and crippled the energy economies of Africa. When the IEA set a hard requirement for countries around the world to embrace “green” energy sources, the burgeoning energy economies of Africa watched in horror as funding and business interest in their oil and gas energy projects evaporated. With a natural abundance of oil and gas resources, Africa has the potential to be a global energy leader. But this transformation cannot happen for African countries through green energy alone. A Just Transition is an insightful exploration into the possibility of a bright future for African countries and the factors that stand in the way of its manifestation. NJ Ayuk takes listeners on a detailed, expert journey through the following topics: The reality of energy poverty The value of natural gas in Africa How foreign aid actually harms Africa Embracing new technology Creating opportunities for women And much more! With thoughtful governance, a keen eye for opportunity, and the due consideration of the countries affected by a sweeping legislation, it is possible for countries in Africa to make a transition to renewable energy that is not only just but prosperous for all involved."

Nj Ayuk (Author), Edward Herrmann (Narrator)

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The Mastery of Destiny: 10 Lessons for Becoming the Captain of your Life

"This recording has been digitally produced by DeepZen Limited, using a synthesised version of an audiobook narrator’s voice under license. DeepZen uses Emotive Speech Technology to create digital narrations that offer a similar listening experience to human narration. In 'The Mastery of Destiny', author James Allen, further reveals universal principles that can help empower every person. With emphasis on personal responsibility and harnessing one's inner power, Allen writes about the Science of self-control, training the will, cultivating concentration, the power of purpose and the joy of accomplishment."

James Allen (Author), Edward Herrmann, Synthesised Voice (Narrator)

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Better Boating Blunders: Sea Going Stuff Ups for Beginners and Experts

"This recording has been digitally produced by DeepZen Limited, using a synthesised version of an audiobook narrator’s voice under license. DeepZen uses Emotive Speech Technology to create digital narrations that offer a similar listening experience to human narration. Those suffering the merest hint of desire to go seafaring in their own boat will learn or just laugh out loud at these heart-breaking but extremely funny tales of just what can go wrong. While experienced sailors will love it it, the uninitiated will find sound advice on how to avoid mishaps when both buying a boat or sailing the seas."

Paul Curtis (Author), Edward Herrmann, Synthesised Voice (Narrator)

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Lost in the Internet

"Kunal gets lost in the Internet and doesn’t know how to get out. Join him on a sci-fi journey through the Internet as he finds his way home and learn about what the internet is and how data travels! Digitally narrated using the voice of Edward Herrmann. - 'Lost in the Internet' was originally published by Pratham Books on the online platform StoryWeaver. Several of the stories are written by Indian authors and are set on the other side of the world. In particular, the stories explore exciting topics such as scientific discoveries and how we can care for each other and our planet."

Gaurav Wakankar, Kris Stokes, Madhurima Chakraborty (Author), Edward Herrmann (Narrator)

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The Bully Pulpit: Theodore Roosevelt and the Golden Age of Journalism

"Brought to you by Penguin. Doris Kearns Goodwin, author of the acclaimed multi-million copy bestseller Team of Rivals, filmed by Spielberg as Lincoln, turns to the birth of America's Progressive Era - that heady, optimistic time when the 20th Century is fresh. Reform is in the air, and it is time to take on the robber barons and corrupt politicians who have brought the country to its knees. The story is told through the close friendship between two Presidents: Theodore Roosevelt (1901-1909) and his handpicked successor William Howard Taft (1909-1913). The decades-long intimacy strengthens both men as they reform America, breaking up monopolies, protecting the rights of labour, banning unsafe drugs and closing sweatshops. Also at the heart of the story are the original 'muckrakers' - a brilliant group of investigative journalists at the celebrated magazine McClure's. They publish popular exposes of fraudulent railroads and millionaire senators, aiding Roosevelt in his quest for change and fairness. As Roosevelt, Taft and the muckrakers confront corruption and expose exploitation, America is reborn. © Doris Kearns Goodwin 2013 (P) Penguin Audio 2021"

Doris Kearns Goodwin (Author), Edward Herrmann (Narrator)

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The Westside Slugger: Joe Neal's Lifelong Fight for Social Justice

"This recording has been digitally produced by DeepZen Limited, using a synthesized version of an audiobook narrator’s voice under license. DeepZen uses Emotive Speech Technology to create digital narrations that offer a similar listening experience to human narration. The Westside Slugger is the powerful story of civil rights in Las Vegas and Nevada through the eyes and experience of Joe Neal, a history-making state lawmaker in Nevada. Neal rose from humble beginnings in Mound, Louisiana, during the Great Depression to become the first African American to serve in the Nevada State Senate."

John L. Smith (Author), Edward Herrmann, Synthesized Voice (Narrator)

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The Bear Suit

"Rollo is tired of humans. Their cities are dirty, and their gizmos are dumb. He knows mankind is wrecking the planet. Rollo's dream is to escape to the Sierra Nevada mountains where he can live alone and be free of other people. There's just one problem with his scheme: Rollo's hungry human stomach. No matter how much food he carries in his backpack, he always runs out. Inevitably, Rollo has to come back to the 'messed-up, man-made world' or starve. All this changes when Rollo finds an old, dusty, bear suit in a costume shop. He's got a plan! But what seems like the perfect solution at first will bring unexpected results and change Rollo's life forever--in ways he could never have imagined."

Marta Maretich (Author), Edward Herrmann (Narrator)

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Unbroken

"The incredible true story of Louis Zamperini, now a major motion picture directed by Angelina Jolie. THE INTERNATIONAL NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER In 1943 a bomber crashes into the Pacific Ocean. Against all odds, one young lieutenant survives. Louise Zamperini had already transformed himself from child delinquent to prodigious athlete, running in the Berlin Olympics. Now he must embark on one of the Second World War’s most extraordinary odysseys. Zamperini faces thousands of miles of open ocean on a failing raft. Beyond like only greater trials, in Japan’s prisoner-of-war camps. Driven to the limits of endurance, Zamperini’s destiny, whether triumph or tragedy, depends on the strength of his will … Now a major motion picture, directed by Angelina Jolie and starring Jack O’ Connell."

Laura Hillenbrand (Author), Edward Herrmann (Narrator)

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