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A police detective who begins a professional (and occasionally skeptical) relationship with Toby. Dr. Ray Mercer (Colm Feore):

Using his telepathy to read suspects, witnesses, and even Charlie herself (learning she doubts him but is desperate for a break in the case), Toby leads her to Marcus’s hideout. In a tense confrontation, Marcus almost kills Charlie, but Toby physically intervenes and, using a mental push, disorients Marcus long enough for Charlie to arrest him. The Listener 1x1

“I’m an Adult Now” successfully establishes the core premise of The Listener : a supernatural procedural grounded in character-driven drama. While not groundbreaking in its crime-solving format, the episode distinguishes itself through its protagonist’s vulnerability, the paramedic setting, and a focus on the emotional cost of empathy. It sets up a sustainable “case of the week” structure with a serialized arc about Toby’s mysterious past and his evolving relationship with Detective Marks. A police detective who begins a professional (and

The episode's narrative is propelled by Owen's response to an emergency call, where he and his partner, Deanne (played by Emmy Rossum), arrive at the scene of a domestic disturbance. As Owen tries to calm the situation, he becomes aware of the disturbing thoughts of the perpetrator, a young man named Ian (played by Justin Chatwin). Through Ian's thoughts, Owen learns that the young man is planning a heinous crime, which ultimately leads to a tragic confrontation. In a tense confrontation, Marcus almost kills Charlie,

The episode centers around Owen McDonnell (played by Kevin Bacon), a 35-year-old paramedic who works for the New York City Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Owen's life appears ordinary, but he harbors a remarkable secret: he can hear people's thoughts. This gift, which he has struggled to control since childhood, often leaves him feeling overwhelmed and isolated. As the episode progresses, we see Owen navigating his daily routine, trying to maintain a sense of normalcy despite the constant barrage of thoughts from those around him.