PlayME presents TUNNEL RUNNERS, an original radio drama series

Dive into the depths of the urban underground with Tunnel Runners, a thrilling and immersive audio drama series from PlayME, as part of CBC Podcasts.

This seven-part episodic journey follows Cam, a 16-year-old gifted student whose struggles with anxiety and depression lead him to the hidden world of the subway tunnels beneath Toronto.

The first episode, “The Red Door,” starts on October 30, 2024. Seven new episodes appear weekly.

After a devastating panic attack at school triggered by his father’s abandonment and his mother’s absence, Cam takes refuge in the dark, labyrinthine subway system. There he discovers an underground community called the Tunnel Runners, a subculture that thrives away from the chaos of the city above.

“Creating the original audio thriller Tunnel Runners was an exciting experience. This allowed us to combine our theater background with the intimacy and cinematic power of radio drama, creating a fantastical world that we hope will come to life for our listeners. As the theater, film and television industries face significant challenges, we believe audio fiction provides a compelling and accessible outlet for both creators and audiences.” – Laura Mullin and Chris Tolley, creators of Tunnel Runners

Episode highlights:

• Episode 1: The Red Door
  Cam’s life falls apart after his father leaves. With his mother away, he experiences a panic attack in front of his crush Zuri and seeks refuge in the subway, where he meets Brooklyn and the Tunnel Runners.

• Episode 2: Underground Glow
  Cam is captured by the Tunnel Runners, but is rescued by his childhood friend Blaze. Faced with the harsh reality of addiction, he decides to stay underground.

• Episode 3: Blood Oath
  As Cam proves his commitment to the Runners, he undergoes a dangerous initiation that reveals the strict rules of their world.

• Episode 4: Massacre of the Innocents
  Cam’s problems deepen as he struggles with betrayal and the pressures of a plundering mission that has unforeseen consequences.

• Episode 5: Ghosting
  Cam’s past collides with his present when Zuri is trapped underground, forcing him to confront his loyalties and fears.

• Episode 6: Spa Day
  As tensions rise, tragedy strikes, forcing Cam to reflect on his relationships and the choices that define him.

• Episode 7: Son of a bitch
  In a climactic confrontation with his estranged father, Cam must choose between saving himself and the ties that bind him to his past.

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