2. Seed

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 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? An ethereal “sporing event” forces Cassie to make a desperate decision.

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

Morgan…… Owain Gwynn

Interviewer ….. Laurel Lefkow

Bryn …… Macsen Ovens

Joyce ….. Kezrena James

Huw …… Richard Corgan

Hywel ….. Lloyd Meredith

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