After 58 years of mumbling his name, Dr Andy Mycock is finally on a mission to reclaim it. In this new BBC Radio 4 series, the political scientist explores what it means to live with one of the world’s most unfortunate surnames.

Across three episodes, Andy meets others with cringe‑inducing monikers to ask how names shape identity and connection.

His surname has impacted on his professional life, his love life and generally forming meaningful relationships. But there are positives too. After all, it’s almost impossible to forget Dr Mycock.

As Andy learns to turn a lifetime of difficult first reactions into an opportunity to connect, he discovers he has a superpower and in the process finds a community too. Join him as he goes on a personal journey to find peace with Mycock.

Produced by Olivia Swift, executive produced by Geoff Bird and mixed by Steve Brooke, this is a Reform Radio production.