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The Wilsons Save the World

Series 2

You Can’t Do That Anymore

Duration: 28 minutes

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

Available for years

Mike Wilson has some key loves in his life – his sourdough starter, his wife and children (obviously), but also the cult rock group of his formative years - The Smiths.

Jangly and heartfelt it’s perfect music for the tortured soul; albeit one with a comfortable and privileged life.

Until that is, Cat comes crashing in with her questions. Are some of Morrissey’s more recent statements problematic and if so, can we separate the arts from the artist? What else can’t we enjoy anymore?

A rummage through his parent’s attic suggests LOTS, it turns out. Mike’s dilemma contorts him with anxiety as the family pick their way through this new minefield. Can we ‘offset’ liking problematic things?

Sitcom about trying to live ethically and do the right thing.

Written by Marcus Brigstocke and Sarah Morgan.

Mike …… Marcus Brigstocke
Max …… Kerry Godliman
Cat …… Mia Jenkins
Lola …… India Brown
Jennifer …… Vicki Pepperdine

Producer Julia McKenzie

A BBC Studios production first broadcast on Radio 4 in March 2019. Show less

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