32. Jimmy McGovern: Doing Time - a podcast by BBC Radio

This episode of Bad People features the writer of the new BBC One hit drama, Time, Jimmy McGovern. There will be spoilers.

Mark Cobden is drunk. Again. But this time he gets into his car and drives off. Moments later he hits and kills a cyclist. Criminal psychologist Dr Julia Shaw, comedian Sofie Hagen and the Bafta and Emmy-winning writer Jimmy McGovern discuss what makes dangerous driving a relatable crime. Mark did not mean to hurt anyone, so does he belong in prison? And if so, what sort of prison? McGovern shares details about the production and follows up on how he understands the motivations of his characters, the stories that lead them to crime and their guilt and atonement. And, McGovern speaks about how his own life and harsh childhood growing up in Liverpool, informs his writing.Warning: This episode contains strong language and descriptions of violence

CREDITSPresenters: Dr Julia Shaw and Sofie Hagen
Producer: Louisa FieldAssistant Producer: Simona Rata
Music: Matt ChandlerEditor: Rami Tzabar
Academic Consultants for The Open University: Lara Frumkin and James MunroCommissioning Assistant Producer: Adam Eland
Commissioning Executive: Dylan HaskinBad People is produced in partnership with The Open University and is a BBC Audio Science Production for BBC Sounds.
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