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Forced to flee and start a secret new life, Ashley finds solace in space. Unlocking a diagnosis for dad proves to be the key to understanding herself. Then Captain Kirk shows up...

The family have moved home, and Ashley is sworn to secrecy to avoid any repercussions, "the cat is fine, thank you" is the party line. She and her parents are starting all over again on the other side of the city, where Ashley diagnoses her father's problems and inherits a surrogate dad in space.

Ashley's obsession for films and musicals then serve her well as she enters the workforce, leading thousands of children in song and blonde wigs. Her own diagnosis is welcomed and, understanding her place on the spectrum opens up new horizons. Just to top things off, her other dad gets in touch for the first time.

With Rosco McClelland
Produced by Julia Sutherland
Sound Design by Sean Kerwin
A Dabster production for 大象传媒 Radio 4

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28 minutes

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Thu 18 Apr 2024 22:00

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