Spotlight on “The Listener”

Have you heard of this new television series that will air on NBC this summer? Honestly, I haven’t heard enough. I’d like to see NBC promo this show more because it looks like a winner to me. You might be thinking, “Yeah, BethAnne, but you’re a Nice Girl. You have to say that.” Well, watch this video clip and tell me what you think.

Now, listen in as the stars of the show talk about their characters.

The idea of being able to read people’s minds is a double-edged sword. There’s good and bad about it and I’m curious to see how the show will deal with both. Here is the official press release:

“The Listener” centers on Toby Logan (Craig Olejnik, “The Timekeeper”), a 25-year-old paramedic who has a big secret — he’s a telepath. Until now, Toby kept his ability hidden, exploring its possibilities only with his long time mentor and confidant, Dr. Ray Mercer (Colm Feore, “24: Redemption”). As he makes the rounds with his energetic paramedic partner — “Oz” Bey (Ennis Esmer, “Young People F*#king”), “The Listener” follows Toby as he tries to help people in crisis, and in the process, unravel the truth about his past. While his professional life is in check, Toby’s personal life could use its own rescue. And with the help of Detective Charlie Marks (Lisa Marcos, “Diary of a Mad Black Woman”) and his E.R. doctor/ex-girlfriend Olivia Fawcett (Mylène Dinh-Robic, “Da Vinci’s City Hall”), Toby realizes his gift can help others.

So, who with me? Will you be listening in? The Listener premiere’s June 4 on NBC.