Sir Michael Palin reads Torchwood: Tropical Beach Sounds from Big Finish

Sit back and listen to the warm, expensive tones of Sir Michael Palin, as he narrates the world’s most soothing yet deadly self-help tape in the latest Torchwood audio release from Big Finish.

The latest series of the Torchwood monthly audio adventures opens with a very different sort of adventure, taking the form of a spoken-word relaxation tape. However, the last thing it will provide is release from stress or anxiety, sorry.

Torchwood: Tropical Beach Sounds and Other Relaxing Seascapes #4

You are listening to a self-help tape. You are hearing a soothing voice. You have always wanted to do something with your life, haven’t you? Oh, how you’ve ached to be a better person. Well now, this is your chance. Go on. Sit back. Close your eyes. Relax. You’re going to learn all about Captain Jack Harkness (played by John Barrowman). You’re going to learn all about Torchwood. You’re going to change the world!

Narrator Sir Michael Palin said:

“I enjoy doing radio and I enjoy doing recordings because you have to try to create a picture for people. And especially something like Torchwood: Tropical Beach Sounds and Other Relaxing Seascapes #4 as it’s catchily called, because there’s lots to it. It works on lots of different levels. It’s a very sustained piece. It’s a long piece of narration to do. There are lots of different ideas and the pace changes abruptly, and very quickly, from larky-jokey, to very dark and rather violent. Anyone who likes reading stuff, you want to be given something that tests you a bit and this certainly tested me.”

Writer Tim Foley added:

“It was pure joy to watch Sir Michael Palin sink his teeth into the script. He delighted in its weird comedy and reveled in its wonderful menace. I sat there in the studio mesmerized by his delivery. What a lovely voice! What a lovely man!”

Please note that Torchwood contains adult material and may not be suitable for younger listeners.

Torchwood: Tropical Beach Sounds and Other Relaxing Seascapes #4 is now available from the Big Finish website.

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