Episodes

Wednesday Dec 01, 2021
Wednesday Dec 01, 2021
Naomi digs deep to speak the dark thoughts she's lived with her whole life. Naomi was played by Jennifer Martin. The episode was written and directed by Mark Heywood.

Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
Unsure of whether her mum can hear her, Lina gives an update on how her film was received by family and friends in Palestine, and why she rejects an outdated view on duty. Lina was played by Sarah Agha. The episode was written and directed by Mark Heywood.

Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
Celeste bursts with pride as she watches Erika head off to her prom. Celeste was played by Kim Tatum. The episode was written and directed by Mark Heywood.

Wednesday Sep 08, 2021
Wednesday Sep 08, 2021
As she waits for her grandmother's flight to arrive, Chinara reflects on what the next three months have in store. Chinara was played by Honey Gabriel. The episode was written and directed by Mark Heywood.

Thursday May 13, 2021
Thursday May 13, 2021
After an encounter with a stranger, Maxine reflects on why same-sex couples with a child have to be asked which of them is the "real" mother. Maxine was played by Hannah Genesius. The episode was written by Emily Morgan and directed by Mark Heywood.

Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
As Siân prepares for her late husband’s funeral, she looks back at their life together. She recalls their first meeting, their joint decision not to have children, and how all they ever wanted was each other. She also has some choice words for anybody tempted to ask if she now regrets that choice as she faces a future on her own. Siân was played by Dame Harriet Walter. The episode was written by Helen Cattle and directed by Mark Heywood.

Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
During her regular radio show, DJ Sarah answers questions from her listeners concerning a video she made about women who freeze their "lady eggs". As her listeners report it is clear that it's not all plain sailing. She launches an impassioned plea for the world to "stop making money from our bits." Sarah Story played herself. Written and directed by Mark Heywood.

Wednesday Feb 10, 2021
Wednesday Feb 10, 2021
Ahead of the launch of series two, we delve into the archives and dust off an interview with the show's creator, Mark Heywood, and Romy Park who plays MONA in episode 8. It's a fascinating insight into the inspiration for the show.

The End of the Line
The End of the Line is an audio-fiction podcast about how we treat women who don’t have kids.
For some, this is a conscious choice; for others, it simply never happened for a variety of reasons. Some have experienced loss and trauma, and some are happy living a child-free life. All of them, however, feel judged.
Showcasing brand new writing, this project was created to shine a light on a topic that doesn't get enough air time.
The End of the Line is an inkjockey production.