As she’s rudely awoken from a bad dream, Rosie Barfield's (Claudia Grier) worst nightmare is about to begin. Her love life is thriving but her job as a presenter for ‘Bickenhole Radio’ is diving. Her trusted friend and producer Neil Folding (Curtis Ledsham) attempts to lift the spirits of his bored counterpart by adding new spice to the show’s tired format - by making contact with a listener…

Cast: Fenella Fudge, Claudia Grier, Allan Lear, Curtis Ledsham, Nadya Lee, Richard Oliver, James Phillips, Michael Prosper, Hannah Thompson, Ashley Tyler and David Tyson as ‘Dave’.

Disclaimer: Contains very strong language and themes of an adult nature from the outset. Where there is truth in this episode, all identifying names, features and locations have been omitted or changed. A statement from the writer was released on 15th October 2019.

***TRIGGER WARNING*** Contains distressing scenes & disrespectful terminology surrounding male mental health, grief and suicide. This language has been purposefully used to portray conflicting attitudes and does not represent the writer's thoughts. If you’ve been affected by any issues raised in this episode or if you’re finding it hard to cope, please, don’t suffer in silence. We know how difficult it can be and how impossible it seems to open up and talk, but by doing so, you could find the help you need and it could save your life. Please research local advice hubs, community groups and NHS initiatives in your area that will listen, advise and support you through whatever you are going through.

‘Fifty Shades Of Dave’ was written and produced by D Lee. Copyright 2019. All Rights Reserved. Theme ‘The Man With The Heart Of Stone’ Ledsham, C, Sturgess, T and Lee, D. Available to stream now on all major streaming platforms. Copyright 2019. All Rights Reserved. Additional Music recorded and produced by Curtis Ledsham. Copyright 2019, All Rights Reserved. 

Special thanks to series editor, Elizabeth Pascoe. Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com. Additional sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com.

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