Charles is the groom's closest friend, but not his best man! He comes to a sad realisation as Charles reflects on being overlooked. Performed by Brian James Leys, Charles gives a bitter-sweet speech about not finding a love of his own.
Tems works her first Black and Scottish wedding making her reflect on her own Scottishness and acceptance as a young woman born and raised in Naija. Performed by Lola Aluko, Tems, who moved to Scotland to pursue a career in acting and modelling, acts as a commentator to the wedding event.
Uncle GG tries to regain his dignity in the family through one last bet. A respected elder, but family outcast, Uncle GG finds himself at the wedding but also at a family crossroads Performed by Bruce Fummey, the Gambling Uncle explores the complex relationship between a character still battling addiction but yearning to make good.
Amber reflects on her mixed-race heritage following the family gathering. Part teen rebel and filled with teen insecurity, the pressures of social media only make matters worse for Amber. Performed by Nandi Hudson we hear the story of a young adult finding herself between cultures and virtual worlds, revealing the struggles of growing up in contemporary Britain.
Away from the family for years, Mary prepares herself for a long-awaited return. Along the way she recalls the events that alienated her in the first place. Performed by Moyo Akandé, this story paints the picture of a venerable yet outwardly-confident character still seeking redemption.
An older African woman, rich in wisdom, muses over how the relationship between her Scottish daughter in law and herself has developed over the years. Performed by Michelle Chantelle Hopewell, we hear of the initial preconceptions and concerns the African Mother first had when she arrived in Scotland as they prepare for the traditional African wedding ceremony.
In this episode, Charles isn’t best pleased at being the second-best man, bartender Tem reflects on working her first black-and-Scottish wedding, and Uncle GG - aka the Gambling Uncle - hopes to regain his dignity through one final bet.
In this episode, Amber reflects on her mixed-race heritage, estranged sister Mary attempts to conjure up some confidence on a long-awaited return to the family, and the mother of the groom reflects on her initial preconceptions and concerns when first arriving in Scotland.