Series synopsis
Socially Distant with Susan Calman is a British talk television series that premiered on BBC Scotland on April 2, 2020. It stars Susan Calman.
Susan Calman has decided that in these unprecedented times we all need a bit of cheering up! Stuck at home, she has decided to make a television show from the bottom of her garden. In a bid to get all the Scottish creatives busy again she will be inviting a host of comedians, actors and musicians to join her remotely through the medium of technology to cheer up the nation.
Premise
Susan Calman has decided that in these unprecedented times we all need a bit of cheering up! Stuck at home, she has decided to make a television show from the bottom of her garden. In a bid to get all the Scottish creatives busy again she will be inviting a host of comedians, actors and musicians to join her remotely through the medium of technology to cheer up the nation.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 7 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 1 | December 24, 2020 | December 24, 2020 |
| Season 1 | 6 | April 2, 2020 | May 7, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Socially distant Christmas Susan moves out of the cold garden and into the warm indoors for this cosy Christmas special. She is joined by celebrity guests, musicians and fellow comedians as she shares some of her favourite festive traditions. |
December 24, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 This week Susan is joined by Judy Murray for a chat. Number 1 chart topper, singer-songwriter Tom Walker drops in for a natter and delivers a musical treat. Chief commissioner Cameron Miekelson from Scot Squad delivers a message to the nation. Mark Nelson offers up his unique take on home schooling. A selection of established and up-and-coming comedians offer up some gags remotely. And hit making singer-songwriter, Edinburgh lass KT Tunstall performs a bespoke version of one of her biggest songs. It might be a bit rough and ready, but Susan’s determined to give it a go! |
April 2, 2020 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Susan Calman is joined by actor Mark Bonnar, comedian Jo Caulfield delivers some tips for staying positive, and Emeli Sandé performs You Are Not Alone. |
April 9, 2020 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Susan Calman is joined by Joe McFadden, Cat Hepburn, Janey Godley, Ashley Storrie, Julie Fowlis and Eamon Doorley. |
April 16, 2020 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC Scotland |
|---|---|
| First aired | April 2, 2020 |
| Last aired | May 7, 2020 |
| Status | continue |