Episode 5
Examining our passion for watery worlds, Philip Hoare ends his week of tales with a swim among the 'aurelia aurita'. It is a swim that is dangerous and fairly unique.
In his new book, Philip Hoare seeks out various shorelines, examining our need to be immersed in water. Or at least to be near it.
A final quest sees him going to Bantry Bay. He's previously been swimming with whales and dolphins, but never with 'aurelia aurita', let alone 'chrysaora hysoscella'. Truth be told, it's quite an unnerving experience with these unpredictable creatures..
Reader Tobias Menzies
Producer Duncan Minshull.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Tobias Menzies |
| Author | Philip Hoare |
| Producer | Duncan Minshull |
Broadcasts
- Fri 14 Jul 201709:45BBC Radio 4 FM
- Sat 15 Jul 201700:30BBC Radio 4
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