Spores – Episode 3: Drift

A psychological horror story set in rural Wales amid the mysterious world of mycelium. When social worker Cassie discovers mould in the flat of a vulnerable service user she puts it down to poor quality housing. But then she discovers it in her own house and begins to fear for the safety of her family. For partner Morgan and young son Bryn, it’s not the mould that troubles them but Cassie’s mental health. As the fungus continues to grow and spread, Cassie resorts to more extreme measures to combat it. But why will no one listen to her when she warns of danger? Cassie finds an ally in the reclusive Hywel when the Polish girl makes contact again. In Greek mythology, Cassandra was condemned to speak the truth yet never be believed. A story of trust and what happens when we lose it. And of a hidden threat attacking the very thing that makes us powerful. Written and created by Marietta Kirkbride Cassie …… Kate O’Flynn

Ola …… Aggy K. Adams

Hywel ….. Lloyd Meredith

Interviewer ….. Laurel Lefkow

Morgan…… Owain Gwynn Other voices played by the cast Production Manager: Anna de Wolff Evans

Production Assistant: Teresa Milewski

Executive Producer: Sara Davies Title Music: Ioana Selaru & Melo-Zed

Sound Design: Jon Nicholls Directed and Produced by Nicolas Jackson An Afonica production for BBC Radio 4