Vent. Ben (Neil Pearson). Copyright: BBC
Vent
- Radio sitcom
- BBC Radio 4
- 2006 - 2009
- 19 episodes (3 series)
Radio comedy starring Neil Pearson as a man recovering from a coma. This sitcom is based on writer Nigel Smith's own experiences. Also features Fiona Allen, Josie Lawrence, Leslie Ash, Scarlett Milburn-Smith, Jo Martin and more.
Episode menu
Series 1, Episode 6 - Switching Off
As he lies unconscious in Intensive Care, Ben's mind takes him on his most difficult journey yet, through the landscape of his own chaotic brain, which looks suspiciously like Mordor.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Tuesday 15th August 2006
- Time
- 11pm
- Channel
- BBC Radio 4
- Length
- 30 minutes
Repeats
Show past repeats
| Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Friday 30th July 2010 | 10:30pm | Radio 7 |
| Tuesday 21st June 2011 | 10:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Sunday 2nd June 2013 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Sunday 16th June 2013 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 23rd December 2014 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 31st May 2016 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 11th June 2019 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Saturday 28th January 2023 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Saturday 11th February 2023 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
Cast & crew
| Neil Pearson | Ben |
| Fiona Allen | Mary |
| Josie Lawrence | Mum |
| Leslie Ash | Blitz |
| Mark Perry | Ensemble Actor |
| Jo Martin | Ensemble Actor |
| Tim Whitnall | Ensemble Actor |
| Dave Lamb | Ensemble Actor |
| Scarlett Milburn-Smith | Ensemble Actor |
| Nigel Smith | Writer |
| Gareth Edwards | Producer |