New Beginnings by Sade Canzius In this emotional episode, Mike faces life after redundancy and takes his first steps toward a long-held dream. Across town, Tash and Andy navigate old tensions and unexpected revelations as they rediscover Wandsworth together, from Tooting Market to Battersea Park. Their day ends at The Latchmere, where family truths surface and new beginnings take shape.

Episode 20 - By Elizabeth Adan-Peart  Tash receives news her father has had a stroke and rushes to St George’s Hospital in Tooting. At his bedside, she grapples with shock, guilt and years of unspoken family tension. As she talks to him, memories of happier times surface alongside painful reminders of loss, distance and unresolved grief. In a quiet hospital ward, Tash begins to confront her past and the complicated relationship she still hopes to repair.

Bonfire Night by Molly Anne Sweeney It’s Bonfire Night in Battersea Park, sparklers, candyfloss, roaring crowds, and all the magic and mayhem of one of Wandsworth’s favourite traditions. For Tash, though, fireworks have never been her thing… until Mike convinces her to see the night through his eyes. Wrapped in the smoky scent of bonfires and childhood memories, the pair find themselves swept into the warmth of the community and each other as the sky erupts with colour over the Thames. But what begins as a glittering, heart-warming night out takes an unexpected turn. A chance reunion, quiet confessions on the ferris wheel, and a phone call that changes everything.

Cats and Dogs by James Wood  When Tash accidentally stays the night at Mike’s, a surprise early return from his mum Val sends the pair scrambling for a graceful exit. But their awkward morning only gets stranger when a mysterious alley cat derails their breakfast plans and drags Mike (very much a dog person) into unexpected chaos, car scratches, Bon Jovi singalongs, and an emotional trip to Battersea Cats & Dogs Home. As debates about loyalty and independence unfold, could an old bin cat help Mike and Tash face their feelings…and their future?

We’re Not Teenagers by Ozge Gozturk Mike and Tash reunite for a sunset stroll along the Thames that turns into an unexpected, mud-splattered adventure. Between missed feelings, lager on the riverbank, a Bon Jovi dance break, and a dramatic police rescue, they rediscover their connection with a lot of laughter and just a hint of romance. Growing up doesn’t mean losing the fun… even if the police mistake you for drunk teenagers.

A New Passenger by Fergus Church When Mike returns to work after heartbreak, his days behind the wheel take a surprising turn. A quiet new passenger joins him for a five day booking  and what begins as small talk soon unravels into a raw reflection on love, loss, and second chances. As Mike opens up about his failed relationship with Tash he finds himself caught between fiction and reality, wondering if he’s already driven too far to turn back. But sometimes, it takes a stranger to steer you toward what you’ve been running from.

Complications by Priscilla Yeung When an unexpected trip to A&E leads to an awkward reunion, secrets unravel fast. Tash discovers that Mike’s past is more complicated than she realised, and Gina has a few surprises of her own. As relationships fracture and reality sets in, Tash is forced to decide whether to keep driving forward or finally put on the brakes.

Date Night by Anna Spearpoint Mike and Tash finally head out on their long-awaited date, but nothing goes quite to plan. From an overly enthusiastic pub quiz host to a fire alarm that leads to actual flames, their evening quickly spirals into chaos. Add in a highly suspicious Bichon Frise, a disastrous trip to bingo, and an unexpected dash to A&E, and you’ve got one of the most eventful nights out Tooting has ever seen. Just when Mike thinks things can’t possibly get any worse, an all-too-familiar face appears and Tash realises this date has one last shocking surprise in store.

The Morning After the Night Before by Dan Sareen A messy morning, a dressing gown, and one very awkward but honest conversation. Can a chance night together turn into something more? After a night they didn’t plan on, Mike and Tash wake up to awkward coffee, missed phone calls, and the terrifying clarity that everything’s changed. This episode follows fumbling attempts at breakfast, frantic advice from friends, and a small, brave question that could change two lives.

Eighteen Floors Up - by Lilli Palmer When Tash returns home after a long day, the broken lift in her tower block turns what should be a simple journey into a test of stamina, patience, and truth. With Mike by her side, the pair climb eighteen flights of stairs, uncovering differences in background, class, and perspective along the way. As their conversation winds through Wandsworth’s past and present what begins as a grumble about gentrification and oat milk shifts into something far more personal. By the time they reach the top, confessions spill out as easily as exhaustion and an unexpected spark brings them closer than ever.

The Performance - by Ian Sturrock Mike promised his daughter he’d be in the audience for her big performance but nothing could have prepared him for the raw, provocative theatre piece he ends up watching. As the evening unfolds, father and daughter are forced to confront unspoken truths about art, identity, and family, while old memories and new encounters stir up unexpected emotions. This episode explores the fragile balance between pride and disappointment, love and estrangement, and the courage it takes to truly see someone for who they are.

Ghost Stories by James Fritz Mike and Tash take a drive and swap eerie tales of Wandsworth’s haunted past. From the infamous murder of Charles Bravo at The Priory on Bedford Hill to the shadowy figure of “Wandsworth Annie” inside the prison walls, the borough proves to be rich in ghostly lore. But it’s not just local legends. Mike shares his own chilling encounter with the mysterious Black Dog of Wandsworth Road, while Tash recalls a moment when the memory of her late mother seemed to return in the most unexpected way. Darkly funny, moving, and spine-tingling in equal measure, Ghost Stories explores the thin line between memory, myth, and the things that haunt us all.

The Perfect Park - By James Fritz Tash is stuck. Her agent wants chapters, her book needs a setting, and nothing feels quite right. Mike is never short of a suggestion. From Battersea Park to hidden green spaces, the pair embark on a search for the perfect bench in the perfect park, a place where her characters can sit, talk, and breathe life into her story. But as their journey winds from recreation grounds to forgotten graveyards, it’s not just Tash’s characters who come into focus. Between the rules of “the code,” a stubborn surname formality, and quiet moments among pigeons and headstones, new tensions and connections begin to stir. Meanwhile, back in her agent’s office, Tash discovers her Wandsworth project may hold more promise and more romance than even she expected...

Things Left Unsaid - By Amadeus Redha As Wandsworth bustles with the colour and rhythm of a South Asian street procession, secrets and feelings bubble beneath the surface. Mike confides in his mum Val about his growing connection with Tash. Meanwhile, Tash opens up to her best friend Naomi, trying to untangle her own feelings about Mike and that fleeting, messy, almost-romantic moment they shared over burgers and milkshakes. But while Naomi urges Tash to follow her heart, Val warns Mike to tread carefully. Between class divides, lingering ties to his estranged wife Gina, and the blurred lines between driver and client, is this something real… or just a moment best left unsaid?

The Wandsworth Way – Episode 7 by Lucy Davidson Bestselling romantic fiction author Natasha Defoe takes the stage for a candid literary Q&A, opening up about why she writes about love and whether she truly believes the happily-ever-afters she creates. But when the applause fades, a rainy dash to the car with her driver Mike leads to burgers, milkshakes, and surprising confessions. As old stories of marriage and heartbreak surface, an unexpected moment of connection threatens to change everything… until a badly timed knock on the window breaks the spell.

Back for Good by Yana Penrose After a scheduling mishap leaves her weekend wide open, Tash finds herself unexpectedly reconnecting with her old best friend Naomi for a spontaneous girls night out at Battersea Park in Concert. Over breezers, memories, and the sound of Jools Holland warming up the crowd, the pair reminisce about youthful disasters, failed relationships, and the twists and turns of adulthood. But as the evening unfolds, something deeper is revealed. Tash’s return to Wandsworth isn’t just about recovery and fresh air. There’s a story waiting to be written, and she may need Naomi’s help to tell it.

Meeting Val - by Mbeke Waseme In this deeply moving and personal episode, Tash visits Val (Mike’s mother) for an interview that unexpectedly turns into a rich, multi-generational story of migration, resilience, and love. From Val's early days as an Irish nurse newly arrived in London to her life in Wandsworth today, we uncover a vibrant oral history shaped by prejudice, perseverance, and community spirit. A tender, funny, and sometimes heartbreaking conversation that reveals the true meaning of home.

A MISSED CONNECTION - Written by Joe Wiltshire Smith In this episode of The Wandsworth Way, a chance to uncover the past is almost lost in the present. When Tash decides to abandon her blockbuster book series to focus on a deeply personal new novel rooted in Wandsworth's history, she sets off for an interview that could be pivotal with a 92-year-old former nurse from St. George’s Hospital. But things don’t go to plan. As cabbie Mike struggles with shortcuts, traffic jams, and Tash’s rising frustration, the day unravels fast, until a surprising twist back at his mum Val’s kitchen table might just put things right. 

Under Pressure by Orode Faka. Previously on The Wandsworth Way, Tash Defoe returned home, but not everyone knew she was back. In episode 3, secrets surface, old places stir new feelings, and a familiar face catches her off guard.

Welcome to The Wandsworth Way, a new radio soap opera on Riverside Radio for the Mayor's London Borough of Culture. Co-produced by Theatre503 and Wandsworth Council.  Tash drops a bombshell! She’s not finishing her bestselling trilogy. With her career on the line and her agent in shock, Tash sets her sights on something new: a book about Wandsworth. But what does home really mean after so many years away? As the news spreads on live radio, Tash makes a bold public call to the people of the borough. Now the clock’s ticking,she’s got one year to make it work.