Pilot Season

Unedited Stories
Pilot Season

Pilot Season 2024 launches on Friday, May 24th. Pilot Season is a unique annual campaign launched in 2023 in the UK by Unedited. It aims to engage the British audio production industry in entrepreneurial collaboration by showcasing original intellectual property, formats and narratives. In its second year, five companies joined forces to promote creative collaboration: Breaking Atoms, Kingtown, Mags Creative, Reduced Listening and Unedited. Unedited is represented by the Creative Artists Agency (CAA). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. Dead Ting

    MAY 23

    Dead Ting

    ⚠️ contains strong language ⚠️ DEAD TING is a darkly comedic audio drama series where two friends, Koby and Tayo, desperate to lose their virginity before going to university, become entangled with their seductive and mysterious neighbour, Mercedes. Written by Peter Lay (Degree, An Evening with Mum)Directed by Dani Moseley (Dreaming Whilst Black) CAST (in order of appearance) Elijah Baker as Koby Samuel Ankrah as Tayo Rachael Oriowo as Mercedes Adwoa Akoto as Ernestina   Additional voices: Georgie Fuller, Edwin Nwachuku Jr and Lydia Komolafe Music from Nu Garçon and Louise Golbey Created and produced by Bernard P Achampong for Unedited. The production is supported by Content is Queen The unofficial Dead Ting soundtracki s here in this playlist. Email stories@weareunedited.com if you want more Dead Ting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min
  2. Sarah Rector

    MAY 23

    Sarah Rector

    The remarkable true story of Sarah Rector (1902 – 1967). Born in servitude to Native Americans Sarah becomes the first black child millionaire. Throughout her life, she is hounded by the press, harassed for loans, coerced by her family, controlled by a white guardian, and deceived by her husband. She spends her life fighting to get out of the spotlight until she finally loses it all and finds love. CREDITS Narrator: Deborah Ayorinde Writer: Maxine Watson Researchers: Alexis Anthony and Sapphire Williams Mixing and Sound Design: Rob Littlejohn Production Support: Emma Stephens and Lucy Stylianou Producer: Bernard P Achampong for Unedited Executive Producers: Pat Younge and Maxine Watson for Kingtown Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min

  3. MAY 23

    Over The Top Under The Radar

    Gary and Carys are sick and tired of poorly researched news stories that are overreported and go way over the top! But on the other hand, they want to show some love and let those important new stories that slip under the radar get their well-deserved moment in the sun, no pun intended! Join Gary Younge and Carys Afoko every week on Over The Top Under The Radar, where they'll discuss the news stories that are over the top and under the radar. It can be anything from Voter ID to Cowboy Carter, Welsh Steel and Garfield the Cat! But one thing is certain: expect scrutiny, real talk, and the odd special guest joining the conversation. Producer Sarah Myles Executive Producer Andrew Spence for Unedited Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min
  4. Redemption Man

    MAY 23

    Redemption Man

    Redemption Man is a six-part audio documentary about the mysterious man who has been seen carrying a large white cross throughout West London for almost 35 years. Then he disappeared. So, who was Redemption Man? The series uncovers the life and legacy of the Redemption Man, illuminating lesser-known yet crucial aspects of black history in London post-Windrush. It also unravels the mystery of one of those local figures that many encounter fleetingly and then vanish. What can his life tell us about our own? Researchers: David Kurzer and Roxana Mitchell Sound design, mixing and mastering: Sumit Sharma Artwork photo credit: Barrie Sharpe Producer: Christopher Mitchell for Breaking Atoms & Unedited Supported by Content Is Queen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  5. The Offering

    MAY 23

    The Offering

    Creative duo designer Claire Yurika Davis and actor Portia Williams (collectively known as The High Priestxss) are passionate about healing—in the physical and spiritual realms. In each episode of The Offering, they are joined by a guest for an in-depth tarot reading and a conversation about how their personal astrological chart impacts their creativity and everyday outlook. Producer and Sound Design: Femi Origun-Williams Executive Producer: Nicole Logan for Reduced Listening Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min
  6. The Last Set: DJ Spoony

    04/14/2023

    The Last Set: DJ Spoony

    Join DJ Ace as he talks with your favourite music selectors about the music they love and would play at their final gigs. Hypothetically, of course. The guest for this episode is the world-famous DJ Spoony - a radio and television presenter, UK Garage pioneer and music lover. Spoony is a legend in the world of music and has soundtracked popular culture from behind the turntables for over 25 years both as a solo act and as part of the Dreem Team. He takes us on an exciting journey through time using music with various moods and vibes. Spoony says, "there's only two genres of music, good and bad, and I play a lot of good music". You can listen to DJ Spoony's last set in this specially curated playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1CkhBsHW7q6YueJsdwrmlX?si=a53975dd34f54d02 Executive Producer: Bernard P Achampong Producer: Christopher Mitchell Opening and closing music produced by Tony Onuchukwu (www.tonyonuchukwu.com) For more information, contact Glenn Miller, CAA (www.caa.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min
  7. Best Summer Ever?

    03/12/2023

    Best Summer Ever?

    Three friends bare all about their summer holiday together. The good, the bad, and the awkward Sometimes our hopes of sun, sea, and sensational parties end up being a nightmare you can't wait to escape from. Now you might finally get closure. In this pilot episode, Emily, Tom, and Natalie relive their high jinks from the Reading Music Festival using clips from their social media posts. Producer & Sound Design Rhys Gunter Executive Producer Bernard P Achampong For more information, contact Glenn Miller, CAA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    13 min
  8. Sneakerists: Darren Bent

    02/20/2023

    Sneakerists: Darren Bent

    Joelah Noble (BBC) and Ade Oladipe (DAZN) host a new show about sneakers, trainers, kicks, pumps, or whatever you call them. Guests from music, sport and entertainment share their prized pairs in their collections and their fascination with the shoes. If you're not a sneakerhead, listen to something else (like Sam Smith or Britney Spears). This is for those who know their Huaraches from their Air Max TNs. Darren Bent, the former England football player, is this episode's Sneakerist. Producer Andrew Spence Additional Editing Bernard P Achampong For more information, contact Glenn Miller, CAA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min
  9. Gary Younge's Facts That Matter

    02/19/2023

    Gary Younge's Facts That Matter

    Gary Younge's lyrical writing tackles issues such as urban housing inequality, food delivery "black sites," and a new wave of labour unions among sex workers on both sides of the Atlantic. Each episode is built on hard facts, likeable characters, and empathetic on-the-ground reporting. In the 'Facts' pilot, he explains why there are more jobs in Indian restaurants in the UK than in shipbuilding, steel, and coal combined. How did we get here? He hears from the people at the heart of both sectors. Ellie Mae O'Hagan, who oversees the Center for Labour and Social Studies, joins him. Gary also gets a new point of view on how well strikes and other labour actions in the UK work. Gary Younge hosts and writes this limited series of eight episodes per season. Producer Josh Gabert-Doyon Sound Design Breen Turner Executive Producer Bernard P Achampong For more information, contact Glenn Miller, CAA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min
  • 9 Episodes

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About

Pilot Season 2024 launches on Friday, May 24th. Pilot Season is a unique annual campaign launched in 2023 in the UK by Unedited. It aims to engage the British audio production industry in entrepreneurial collaboration by showcasing original intellectual property, formats and narratives. In its second year, five companies joined forces to promote creative collaboration: Breaking Atoms, Kingtown, Mags Creative, Reduced Listening and Unedited. Unedited is represented by the Creative Artists Agency (CAA). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Unedited Stories
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ideas Genius Ltd 2023
  • Show Website
    Pilot Season

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