Can't sleep, even under pressure

Sleep seems to be becoming a rare and precious commodity in my life. Particularly at the moment as I'm battling a cold and sore throat (please donate all the sympathy you can).

I've been utilising the trusted method of having the radio on, to drift off to. This is a double-edged sword though, as some programmes are just too engaging to switch off to. And as I can't sleep for exactly that reason, that in itself has prompted me to compose a very short post on the radio programme which I'm currently listening to - Cabin Pressure.

It is a radio sitcom written and created by John Finnemore and was first broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 2008. It follows the flights and plights of "MJN Air", a single plane airline who struggle to stay in business. The odd-ball crew consists of Finnemore, Stephanie Cole, Roger Allam and Sherlock himself, Benedict Cumberbatch.

I'm the first to admit, it starts slowly but it's worth sticking with. The characters grow on you and the format is tight but creative - I'd love to know if there are any in-jokes from an aviation perspective.

The programme came to its conclusion after 4 full series over the 2014 Christmas period. But the good news (for those who care to give it a whirl) is that they have just posted Series 1 Episode 1 to the BBC radio iplayer - http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00cb5k4 - which means you can start from the beginning!

If you have any other radio comedy suggestions then please let me know. I am into trying new things at the moment! X