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Limelight

BBC Radio 4
CIA
BBC Sounds
Cobalt
BBC Radio 4
Sabine
Mars
Mold
Vietnam War
Jacobite Rebellion
Cold War
Bonnie Prince Charlie
Dr. Price
Family Relationships
Diplomacy
Death
Mental Health
Zimbabwe
Allen Dulles
Family Dynamics
Murder Investigation

Featuring Central Intelligence, starring Kim Cattrall, Kelsey Grammer and David Duchovny.

The Limelight podcast - for fiction and drama serials you won't want to miss from Radio 4.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes288Founded5 years ago
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Latest Episodes

America is losing faith in Vietnam. After a major communist offensive shocks the public and exposes the fragility of the war effort, LBJ faces pressure from every side. The generals want more troops. The country wants answers. And inside Washington, ... more

The war in Vietnam is no longer happening far away. Images of conflict flood American living rooms and the anti-war movement explodes. LBJ is convinced the protests cannot be truly domestic. Someone must be behind them: Moscow, Havana, perhaps both. ... more

Rumours are spreading through the Bolivian jungle: Che Guevara is back. For Washington, the possibility is explosive. The world’s most famous revolutionary may be trying to ignite another insurgency in the Americas — and the CIA cannot afford to let ... more

Richard Helms has finally reached the top of the CIA. Now he has to prove the Agency deserves to be heard. In Vietnam, the Pentagon insists America is winning. The CIA’s own intelligence tells a darker story: the enemy is larger, stronger and more re... more

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Recent Guests

Kim Cattrall
Actress portraying Eloise Page, CIA trailblazer
Self / Cast of Central Intelligence Series
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Kelsey Grammer
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Self / Cast of Central Intelligence Series
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Johnny Flynn
Actor listed in trailer cast
Self / Cast of Central Intelligence Series
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David Duchovny
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Saffron Huang
AI safety researcher, founding team of the UK AI Security Institute; AI consultant on Wraith
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Adam Orton
Head of cyber threat intelligence at a major UK financial institution; cyber security consultant on Wraith
UK financial institution
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Aditi Saklani
A member of the Mycelium Site Institute who discusses the issue of fake mold inspectors in India.
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Alistair Moffat
Author of Warpaths, a book about the journeys in the shadow of the clans
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Maggie Craig
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Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Well-produced and wonderfully quirky

    I came here through a recommendation for “There’s Something I Need To Tell You”, and I stayed because of the rest. Very well produced stories, often wonderfully quirky in a way I believe only Brits can deliver. Sometimes I have no idea what it is all about halfway through but still enjoy the fun and over the top storytelling. Prime example for this is “Who Is Aldrich Kemp”. I am curious to hear what is coming up next.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iTomCGN
    Germanya month ago
  • There’s Something I Need to Tell You?

    Where is series 2? This particular story was teased on another podcast so I come and listen to it and it ends on a cliffhanger and no additional episodes have been made since 2023?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Lauren Emilyyy
    United States2 months ago
  • Wraith is great !

    Like most of the limelight shows this one is excellent. Incredible how an audio medium can be such a vivid experience. Beats the hell out of what you can see on the Telly

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WinifredG
    United States4 months ago
  • The Dentist

    Fabulous radio drama

    Really enjoy the BBC4 radio series with The Dentist by BBC Scotland having me in hoots

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    32toffee
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Finally

    I was looking for more podcasts that were clean. It was hard. I had listened to all of the GenZ media podcasts and a few other ones and then I FINALLY found Limelight!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mooshplayz99
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the high production quality and immersive sound design.
Many appreciate the deep historical context and ensemble acting.
Some praise the tight storytelling and cliffhanger elements; a few critique endings or tonal shifts.
The show draws strong appeal from fans of espionage and political history.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#25
United States/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#53
United States/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#8
Canada/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#9
United Kingdom/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#9
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Apple Podcasts
#15
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Exemplar: Series 2: Episode 4
Q: How did this poor boy with a bag on his head, tied to a chair, spell out my client's name?
Danny questions the credibility of the claim by suggesting that it is ridiculous for someone to communicate in such a way given the circumstances.
Exemplar: Series 2: Episode 4
Q: Why would he choose to spell out your name?
Serena argues that Ronan Kelly's last words were a message spelling out Danny Fenchurch's name.
Exemplar: Series 2: Episode 4
Q: Why don't you want to answer it, Danny?
Danny chooses not to answer because he has a solicitor present advising him.
Sabine: Episode 2
Q: What do you think happened to Sabine?
The protagonist suspects that Sabine was pushed off the cliffs and suggests there might be a connection to her ex-boyfriend, Gabe.
Sabine: Episode 2
Q: Did you know Sabine was pregnant?
Shocked by the revelation, Mia confirms her lack of knowledge about Sabine's pregnancy, leading to further discussions about Sabine's relationships and the violence she may have endured.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Limelight

What is Limelight about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-quality, serialized audio drama focusing on Cold War-era intelligence, espionage, and high-stakes decision-making. Across episodes, listeners follow a CIA-centered narrative that blends historical figures with dramatized dialogue, exploring nuclear deterrence, covert operations, interagency politics, and leadership shifts. Notable moments include iconic programs and pivotal leadership changes, all delivered with cinematic sound design and a storyline that strings together policy debates with on-the-ground covert action. The series stands out for its ambitious historical scope, ensemble cast, and intricate plotting that weaves real events into tense, character-driven storytelling. Potential listeners who enjoy meticulous world-buildin... more

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1. Kim Cattrall
2. Kelsey Grammer
3. Johnny Flynn
4. David Duchovny
5. Saffron Huang
6. Adam Orton
7. Aditi Saklani
8. Alistair Moffat

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