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Series 4

Episode 2: Keeping Mum

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

Jill Gascoine gives a funny and touching performance as Brenda, in Rob Green's specially written short story.

Brenda is a kind, careworn woman of uncertain years who has been caring for her demanding old Mother for most of her life. But Brenda's a romantic and she's still hoping that her own life might begin sometime, somehow.

She'd love to find her 'Rock'. Perhaps Tom, a porter from the local hospital, could fit the bill? Not if Mum has anything to do with it. Hang on, though, does Mum have a hidden agenda?

Director: Martin Jarvis
A Jarvis & Ayres Production for BBC Radio 4. Show less

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