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 4 - Switching Off
Ben's doctors wonder if lying in a coma might be making him depressed, and they send in the hospital psychiatrist to see him. This has a surprising effect on Ben, Mary and Mum.
Further details
Ben's unconscious mind takes him back to his previous experience of therapy - having a row with Mary about their marriage guidance counsellor.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Tuesday 1st August 2006
- Time
- 11pm
- Channel
- BBC Radio 4
- Length
- 30 minutes
Repeats
Show past repeats
| Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Friday 16th July 2010 | 10:30pm | Radio 7 |
| Tuesday 7th June 2011 | 10:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 9th December 2014 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 17th May 2016 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 28th May 2019 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Wednesday 24th February 2021 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Wednesday 10th March 2021 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
Cast & crew
| Neil Pearson | Ben |
| Fiona Allen | Mary |
| Josie Lawrence | Mum |
| Leslie Ash | Blitz |
| Nicola Walker | Susan |
| Nigel Smith | Writer |
| Gareth Edwards | Producer |