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 2, Episode 1 - Mary's Girl Child
Ben's quest for a reason for his illness leads to a package tour through the Bible and a hard-hitting interview by Jeremy Paxman with God.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Tuesday 25th September 2007
- Time
- 11pm
- Channel
- BBC Radio 4
- Length
- 30 minutes
Repeats
Show past repeats
| Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday 9th September 2010 | 11:30pm | Radio 7 |
| Friday 4th November 2011 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Sunday 3rd November 2013 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 24th March 2015 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Monday 31st July 2017 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 13th August 2019 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 31st August 2021 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Saturday 6th May 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 |
| Nicholas Hutchison | Ensemble Actor |
| Jeremy Paxman | Self |
| Scarlett Milburn-Smith | Ensemble Actor |
| Nigel Smith | Writer |
| Gareth Edwards | Producer |