Unexpected travel and adventures are in store for Irene, while her husband lets Bertie have a few treats. Stars Crawford Logan. Show more
Bruce is facing a dangerous challenge on Skye, and secrets are uncovered in the Pollok household. It's all kicking off for the residents of 44 Scotland Street. Show more
Jonathan's working life is greatly improved by the arrival of a wise new office manager, Greeley. But then Julie floors him with a commercially sensible proposition. Show more
Julie takes Jonathan to meet Lorenza, Bridal-360's art director and the woman charged with making their wedding a reality. Jonathan's sense of doom increases. Show more
Jonathan's wedding is fast-approaching, and with a deadline looming at work, his stress levels are running dangerously high. Show more
Jonathan's breakdown leaves him unable to form coherent sentences, which does not bode well for his forthcoming nuptials. Show more
The big day arrives. Organised by Julie's employer Bridal-360 (including live-streaming the ceremony online) and Jonathan still incapable of coherent speech, what could go wrong? Show more
Jonathan Trefoil arrives in New York, ready to take on the world - though without a map to navigate the responsibilities of adulthood. Show more
Dante the collie and Sissy the spaniel do their best to help Jonathan settle into life in New York. Struggling with his job, he looks forward to being joined by girlfriend Julie. Show more
Jonathan leaves New York to visit his parents and is surprised by their reaction to his big news. Show more
Jilted and jobless, Jonathan is saved from hitting rock bottom by the machinations of his clever canine companions Dante and Sissy. Show more
Unemployed and single, Jonathan is taken in hand by Greeley, who encourages him to consider the many options available to him. Show more
Dirt Road by James Kelman
Episode 1
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
4 Extra Debut. Reeling from a bereavement, young musician Murdo prepares to leave Scotland for an American road trip. Read by Finn den Hertog. Show more
Dirt Road by James Kelman
Episode 3
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Stuck in Allentown, Mississippi, Murdo stumbles across a group of musicians rehearsing. Read by Finn den Hertog. Show more
Dirt Road by James Kelman
Episode 4
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
After several long bus journeys, Murdo and his dad finally meet up with Uncle John in Alabama. Read by Finn den Hertog. Show more
Dirt Road by James Kelman
Episode 9
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Murdo has fled to Lafayette but buying an accordion and bus tickets has used every cent. Read by Finn den Hertog. Show more
Dirt Road by James Kelman
Episode 10
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Murdo is on stage with Queen Monzee-ay and feels at home for the first time in ages. Read by Finn den Hertog. Show more
Dirt Road by James Kelman
Episode 2
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
The road trip gets off to a shaky start as Murdo and his dad are stranded in Allentown. Read by Finn den Hertog. Show more
Dirt Road by James Kelman
Episode 5
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Murdo is beginning to feel trapped at Uncle John and Aunt Maureen’s house in Alabama. Read by Finn den Hertog. Show more
Dirt Road by James Kelman
Episode 6
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
As his family look forward to the Gathering, Murdo makes plans to play the Lafayette gig. Read by Finn den Hertog. Show more