Bunbury Banter began by specialising in creating short new writing audio drama productions, which were initially aired on Hayes FM. Over time these spread to radio stations around the globe.

The series was recorded in rep with the same cast performing across all of the plays.

In this series we explore the underworld, from the streets of the US of A to a seemingly normal library.

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The Big Smoke

by Gareth Brown

In this brilliantly non-pc play, we follow PI Dixon as he enters a series of deceptions…Will he get his new deodorant, will Femme fall for his charms, or will he stumble and finally hunt down one of the flapjack eaters. Follow this very off the wall story and find out more.

Sweet Sherry

by Sally Torode

Brooklyn in the late 40’s, a run down and down right dirty part of town. Cars squeal past and police sirens quickly follow them in hot pursuit. Will Eddie get his just deserts, or will he escape to live the high life. Listen on to hear the action unfold.

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The Man in the Picture

by Bruce Shakespeare

Ernie “Butch” Butcher has left his beloved England behind to scratch out a meagre existence as Panama City’s “Greatest Detective”. Can he stay one step ahead of the game through this tangled web of deceit and discover the truth? Or will he be swimming with the sharks by the final curtain?

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Charlie Styx

by James Barry

Charlie sits in his office with a glass of Whiskey and a cigarette. His next case will lead him round in circles, but will he ever find out what is going on. Stuck in a perfect film noir world Styx must decide who his friends are fast.

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The Library

by Cath Bore

Sophia goes to take back an overdue book to the Library, when she gets locked in and see’s things she shouldn’t do. Will the private detective work out what is going on? Follow this story and avoid any red herrings.

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Woman on the Edge

by Samantha Mitschke

Diana is a private dick; her latest client is far from trustworthy. She must decide whether she helps him or warns the guy she’s supposed to find. Through dark streets, and rainy night she searches, but what will she do when she finds him? Find out what happens in this dark tale…

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