Ever wondered what goes through the mind of some men and why we sometimes do the things we do? Described as ‘Adrian Mole’ meets ‘Bridget Jones’, ‘The Icarus Complex’ is a love, sorry and goodbye letter to that ‘one, or those who got away’ from the perspective of a black male trying to navigate life in the UK and is equally a candid, reflective, humorous, but undoubtedly honest, heartbreaking and never before told account about the high and lows of relationships, suppressing / dealing with emotion and the pitfalls of having too much pride.
A recap of the key important moments that took place during Season 4 of 'The Icarus Complex'Support the show
Liam tries to navigate his way through his new relationship with Emma resulting in some much needed realisations.Emma - Voiced by Jessica JacobSupport the show
With the start of term approaching Liam tries to keep himself occupied. A new job opportunity at Porto Lounge brings about the introduction of Emma into Liam's life. Pedro - Voiced by Pedro NunesEmma - Voiced by Jessica JacobsSupport the show
Liam makes a number of different decisions and life choices in an attempt to get his life back on track. Alice - Voiced by Anya BeckGrace - voiced by Sally ShadowSupport the show
Things spiral out of control following Liam's break up with Alice, resulting in some less than favourable news. Support the show
Panic and despair strike as Liam tries to deal with the fall out from the latest revelation. Claire - Voiced by JulieVAAlice - Voiced by Anya BeckBystander - Voiced by Anya BeckPedro - Voiced by Pedro NunesGrace - voiced by Sally ShadowSupport the show
Liam starts a new job signifying the end of an era and a friendship at Blockbusters. As Liam's time at University finally draws to an conclusion, both he and Alice grow closer. Alice - Voiced by Anya BeckDavid - Voiced by Adam AlexanderGrace - voiced by Sally ShadowClaire - Voiced by JulieVACrowd (Female) - voiced by Va_LofnCrowd (Male) - voiced by Adam Alexander Support the show
Rehearsals for ‘Our House' get fully underway, and Liam embarks on a friendship with Alice, leading to some difficult decisions and uncharted territory Grace voiced by Sally ShadowAlice voiced by Catarina SvetaNate voiced by Simon FrederickSupport the show
Malik, a friend from school, visits Liam and both meet Sarah. The preparation and auditions for ‘Our House' The Musical begin. Malik voiced by Hameed KolawoleSarah voiced by Forest Fawn Ian voiced by Stephen DummyAlice voiced by Catarina SvetaSupport the show
Liam is forced to move house again, weeks before the start of term. The introduction of new staff at Blockbusters causes friction and Liam meets Claire, a first year drama student, David - Voiced by Adam AlexanderBeth - Voiced by Ch3r_n0bylClaire - Voiced by JulieVASupport the show
The end of the academic year arrives and ‘The Lambrook Boys ‘ part ways, leaving Liam having to find somewhere temporary to live with the help from Hattie, a colleague from work. Hattie - Voiced by Lucy WinshipLeanne - Voiced by Va_Lofn Support the show
Liam and Eliza rekindle causing further problems and what was supposed to be a casual Sunday evening get together with Calvin and Nate almost ends in disasterCalvin - Voiced by David CoppinNate - Voiced by Simon FrederickParamedic - Voiced by Adam Alexander Support the show
Liam, trying to be clever, joins the cast of ‘The Wedding Singer' and subsequently starts to branch out in an attempt to get more acting work. Suzy - Voiced by Ch3r_n0bylRhiannon - voiced by Maddie Baylis Support the show
Liam continues to flaunt his new wealth and promiscuity reaches new levels with some hilarious but haunting resultsNate - voiced by Simon FrederickSinead - voiced by Ch3r_n0bylSinead's Friend - voiced by Va_LofnAmy - voiced by Forest FawnSupport the show
Happy 1st Birthday!The beneficiary of a large sum of money, Liam tries to take things to the next level, starting with the not so necessary courtship of Cordelia Sheppard. 'Nate' - voiced by Simon Frederick'Jordan' - voiced by DxshMusic 'Calvin' - voiced by David CoppinCordelia voiced by Lucy WinshipSupport the show
A recap of the key important moments that took place during Season 3 of 'The Icarus Complex'Support the show
Having moved into Lambrook Road with Nate, Calvin and Jordan, Liam attempts to settle in with his new bunch of friends, resulting in some unfortunate misadventures. A chance meeting with an old conquest and a change in circumstances opens up new possibilities. ‘Nathaniel'voiced by Simon Frederick ‘Jordon' voiced by DxshMusic‘Calvin' voiced by David Coppin‘Amy' voiced by Morsheda Ali ‘Lisa' voiced by Forest Fawn‘Taxi Driver' voiced by ‘Faheem Fahd'Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Liam moves into a temporary home and is faced with a few difficult decisions. An impromptu meeting with an old friend opens up new avenues. ‘Dwayne' voiced by Dxsh Music‘Nathaniel aka Nate' voiced by Simon FrederickSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Liam attempts coming to Eliza's rescue with mixed results. An introduction of a new foe into the mix brings Liam and a old acquaintance closer together. ‘Eliza' - voiced by Lucy Winship‘Martha' - voiced by Forest Fawn‘David' - voiced by Adam Alexander‘Lauren' voiced by Lara Cal‘Izzy' - voiced by Helena VoiceSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Liam shares a moment with Eliza and the two try and deal with the awkwardness surrounding it. Following a promising examination, Liam's status at university grows. Characters‘Eliza' voiced by Lucy Winship‘Lecturer' voiced by Linden ColeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Armed with a new level of confidence, Liam plays trial and error and decides to put his new skills to the test, thus bringing to the surface a level of arrogance, nonchalance and detachment never seen from him before Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Liam still tries to deal with the fall out from the India / Claire incident and resorts to type in order fix the damage done to his reputation. A visit to Jongleurs with the football team provides an opportunity unheard of and a new outlook. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Liam, unable to retain his cool, loses his head with India during the student union quiz, in spectacular fashion. Initially unperturbed, Liam tries his hand at public relations and tries to make amends with Claire.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Claire makes Liam aware of rumours surrounding him and India which leads Liam to double down and deny all knowledge. A subsequent conversation between Liam and India in the Student Union leaves Liam reeling.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Following Claire's confession, Liam tries to distance himself from her but to no avail. A late night message from India, another seemingly interested party, leaves Liam in a more than sticky situationSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Liam attends a life changing meeting with the university and starts his second year living on campus and working as an accommodation warden. Insistent on remaining popular at all costs, Liam continues to reinvent himself in more mischievous ways, meeting Claire along the way.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Following the fall out of the argument with Izzy and co, Liam desperately tries to clear his name whilst also maintaining his alpha male status over those around him. An impromptu visit to Glastonbury allows Liam to make some important decisions.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
A recap of the key important moments that took place during Season 2 of 'The Icarus Complex'Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
A late night rendezvous with Izzy causes friction between Liam and his colleagues in an explosive manner, leaving his reputation and in tatters. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Following surgery and a show of jealousy and subsequent argument at Izzy's Christmas Party. Liam meets Mya and finds himself involved in yet another heartbreaking love triangleSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Academic year begins and Liam takes burning a candle at both ends to the extreme, prompting an intervention from Mark and Emma. Taking some time out to re-evaluate, Liam meet new conquest, BrookeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Ready to start his new course back at university, Liam throws himself into the fresher night life scene head first creating a name for himself, meeting a new flame Casey in the processSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Liam struggles with his injury and throughout his rehabilitation both he and Izzy grow closer .Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Liam decides to study to become an actor. Following an awkward exchange with Izzy and her boyfriend Shane, still unable to handle his emotions, things boil over at 6 aside football match where Liam takes a unfortunate trip down memory laneSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
**Content Warning**This episode contains a scene that some listeners might find disturbing, therefore listener discretion is advisedHaving bumped into an old flame, Liam is subjected to a yet to be recognised traumatic experience and tries to move on whilst battling with his feeling for new Blockbusters colleague, Izzy.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Having turned the corner and set a precedent, Liam continues to strut through life but reacts badly to an impromptu visit from Sophie resulting in an unfortunate exchange between the pairSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Needing somewhere to live, Liam moves into Mark's mum house and finds it difficult to settle. Alongside his burning desire to fit in, Liam bows to peer pressure at a party, subsequentlyunleashing a whole new persona .Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Despite still being on / off with Sophie. Liam starts to come into his own and tries to deal with the new found attention coming his waySupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Determined to get his life back on track having dropped out of university, Liam tries to start over, find work and meets Portia and Rosa in the process Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
A disagreement over a 'Scrubs' DVD pushes Liam's life and relationship with his friends further and further into disarraySupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Bad news about impending court proceedings send Liam spiralling out of control as he tries to juggle his life and his feelings for Emily and SophieSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Liam tries to deal with the fallout from the fight with Nick and the back and forward, on / off status of his relationship with SophieSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
A recap of the key important moments that took place during Season 1 of 'The Icarus Complex'Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Tensions and frustrations between Liam and Nick boil over at a house party causing devastating after effectsSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Having started a new job at Oceana, Liam tries to step his game by going on a date with Nikki, one of his colleagues, which ultimately does not go to planSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Having completed his first year of University, Liam tries to juggle moving house, girls, work and drama throughout an eventful summer.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Already a lightweight, Liam over indulges on dark rum before a night out and bumps into Anna, a new love interest, and her housemates.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
An impromptu and ill advised walk home with Clive following a night out proves to have disastrous consequences.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
The start of Liam's first relationship at University brings about a bizarre encounter at the park, meeting Zowie's family for Christmas and the fallout thereafter.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Heartbroken, Liam makes every attempt to move on, by moving to a new city, starting university and further trying to reinvent himself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)
Having swore off relationships, Liam meets Kalee, his declared first love and deals with the attention that comes with dating a popular girl in schoolSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ticpodcast)