The Icarus Complex
Ever pondered the thoughts of men and their actions? ‘The Icarus Complex’ blends ‘Adrian Mole’ and ‘Bridget Jones’ in a poignant letter to those who slipped away. From a black male’s viewpoint in the UK, it offers a candid, humorous, and heartfelt exploration of relationships, emotions, and the dangers of pride.
Episodes
26 episodes
Chapter 25 | The One with Isabella - Season Two Finale
A late night rendezvous with Isabella causes friction between Jayden and his colleagues in an explosive manner, leaving his reputation in tatters. Music by Stoic https...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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1:15:12
Chapter 24 | The One with Juliet
Following surgery and a show of jealousy and subsequent argument at Isabella's Christmas Party. Jayden meets Juliet and finds himself involved in yet another heartbr...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:38:54
Chapter 23 | The One with Brooke
Academic year begins and Jayden takes burning a candle at both ends to the extreme, prompting an intervention from Alex and Jo. Taking some time out to re...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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47:10
Chapter 22 | The One with Casey
Ready to start his new course back at university, Jayden throws himself into the fresher night life scene head first creating a name for himself, meeting a new flame Casey in the process...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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48:52
Chapter 21 | 'Recovery' - Interlude
Jayden struggles with his injury and throughout his rehabilitation both he and Isabella grow closer .Music by Stoic https://www.youtube.com/...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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23:00
Chapter 20 | 'Cadbury Cobra & Dairy Milk Man'
Jayden decides to study to become an actor and following an awkward exchange with Isabella and her boyfriend Shane, still unable to handle his emotions, things boil ove...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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51:32
Chapter 19 | The One at the Circus
**Content Warning - This episode contains a scene that some listeners might find disturbing, therefore listener discretion is advised**Having bumped into an old flame, Jayden experienc...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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45:48
Chapter 18 | The One with Sophie
Having turned the corner and set a precedent, Jayden continues to strut through life but reacts badly to an impromptu visit from Sophie resulting in an unfortunate exchange between the pairMusic by Stoic
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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34:18
Chapter 17 | 4 Grant Close
Jayden moves into Alex's mum house and finds it difficult to settle. Alongside his burning desire to fit in, Jayden bows to peer pressure at a party, subsequently unleashing ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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37:58
Chapter 16 | The One With Rachael
Despite still being on / off with Sophie, Jayden starts to come into his own and tries to deal with the new found attention coming his way. Music by Stoic
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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25:14
Chapter 15 | The One with Portia and Rosa
Determined to get his life back on track having dropped out of university, Jayden tries to start over, find work and meets Portia and Rosa in the process
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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29:22
Chapter 14 | 'Scrubsgate & Shell'
A disagreement over a 'Scrubs' DVD pushes Jayden's life and relationship with his friends further and further into disarrayMusic by Stoic https://www.youtube.com/@stoic_
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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29:47
Chapter 13 | The One with Emily - Part Two
Bad news about impending court proceedings send Jayden spiralling out of control as he tries to juggle his life and his feelings for Emily and SophieMusic by...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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52:54
Chapter 12 | The One with Emily - Part One
Jayden tries to deal with the fallout from the fight with Nick and the back/forward - on / off status of his relationship with SophieMusic by Stoic
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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37:44
Previously on 'The Icarus Complex' | Season 1 - Recap
A recap of the key important moments that took place during Season 1 of 'The Icarus Complex'Music by Stoic https://www.youtube.com/@stoic_
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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5:22
Chapter 11| ‘Bootylicious, Booze and Brawls’ - Season One Finale
Tensions and frustrations between Jayden and Nick boil over at a house party causing devastating after effectsMusic by Stoic https:...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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33:00
Chapter 10 | The One with Nikki
Having started a new job at Oceana, Jayden tries to step his game up by going on a date with Nikki, one of his colleagues.'Dave Berry' Voiced by ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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40:24
Chapter 9 | 'Summertime '05'
Having completed his first year of University, Jayden tries to juggle moving house, girls, work and drama throughout an eventful summer.Music by Stoic https://www.youtube.com...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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38:40
Chapter 8 | The One with Dark Rum, Anna & Sophie
Already a lightweight, Jayden over indulges on dark rum before a night out and bumps into Anna, a new love interest and her housemates.Music by Stoic
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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42:05
Chapter 7 | 'Trousers with No Pockets?'
An impromptu and ill advised walk home with Clive following a night out proves to have disastrous consequences.Music by Stoic https://www.youtube.com/@stoic...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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25:22
Chapter 6 | The One with Zowie
The start of Jayden's first relationship at University brings about a bizarre encounter at the park, meeting Zowie's family for Christmas and the fallout thereafter.Music by Stoic
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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26:38
Chapter 5 | 'Mood' - Interlude
Heartbroken, Jayden makes every attempt to move on, by moving to a new city, starting university and further trying to reinvent himself.Music by Stoic https...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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20:17
Chapter 4 | The One with Kalee
Having swore off relationships, Jayden meets Kalee, his declared first love and deals with the attention that comes with dating a popular girl in schoolMusic by Stoic
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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37:44
