All About The Archers

This week we’re discussing The Archers, focusing on the episodes from Sunday 3rd to Tuesday 5th May. It’s another packed week in Ambridge, with George collecting his money, Brian and Lillian digging themselves even deeper, Ruth facing the reality of BRCA testing, and Carol discovering an unexpected problem in the attic. We talk about: Plus our regular features: This episode contains spoilers for listeners who are not up to date with this week’s episodes of The Archers. Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re discussing the latest drama in The Archers, focusing on the episodes from Sunday 26th to Tuesday 28th April. There is a lot happening in Ambridge this week, from Kirsty’s unexpected baby news to rising tensions at Home Farm, where Adam, Alice and Debbie start questioning Brian’s decisions. We talk about: Plus our regular features: This episode contains spoilers for listeners who are not up to date with this week’s episodes of The Archers. Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re discussing the latest drama in The Archers, focusing on the episodes from Sunday 19th to Tuesday 21st April. At the centre of the week is Kirsty’s possible pregnancy, as Helen inserts herself into events in the way only Helen can, while Alice becomes increasingly fixated on Brian's health and Adam is left crushed after yet another setback at Home Farm. We also get into: Plus our regular features: This episode contains spoilers for listeners who are not up to date with this week’s episodes of The Archers. Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re discussing the latest drama in The Archers, focusing on the episodes from Sunday 12th to Tuesday 14th April. At the centre of the week is Brian finally reaching breaking point and confiding in Lillian, as the long-running fallout from the river crash and Ruairi’s secret continues to spread through Ambridge. We also get into: Plus our regular features: This episode contains spoilers for listeners who are not up to date with this week’s episodes of The Archers. Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step inside Ambridge with a fan-favourite character as we welcome Charlotte Martin, the brilliant actor behind Susan Carter in The Archers. In this special bonus episode, Charlotte answers your questions from our Facebook community and shares behind-the-scenes insights from over 40 years on The Archers. From Susan’s legendary gossiping to the psychology behind her character, this is a must-listen for Archers fans. In This Episode: Susan Carter’s evolutionresearch psychologistThe ArchersPebble Mill to modern BBC studiosIf you’re obsessed with The Archers, love character deep-dives, or enjoy hearing actors talk about their craft, this episode delivers insight, humour, and nostalgia in equal measure. Charlotte reveals how psychology shapes her performance, how she switches between roles, and why Susan remains one of the most entertaining characters in Ambridge. Love The Archers? Enjoy bonus interviews like this by following Quick Book Reviews for more exclusive conversations with authors, actors, and creatives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re discussing the latest drama in The Archers, focusing on the episodes from Sunday 5th to Tuesday 7th April. There is plenty to unpack in Ambridge, from George’s uneasy birthday conversations and Emma’s attempts to make him face reality, to Brian’s increasingly worrying behaviour and Adam’s unexpected Home Farm news. In this episode we talk about: We also share our regular features: This episode contains spoilers for listeners who are not up to date with this week’s episodes of The Archers. Watch, follow & support All About The Archers 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.comT ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re discussing the latest drama in The Archers, focusing on the episodes from Sunday 29th to Tuesday 31st March. At the heart of the week is the increasingly fraught situation between Brian and Miranda, as Brian’s secrecy and strained behaviour leave their future looking more uncertain than ever. We also get into: Plus our regular features: This episode contains spoilers for listeners who are not up to date with this week’s episodes of The Archers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode, we’re joined by Joanna van Kampen, who plays Fallon Rogers in The Archers. With an incredible 26 years in Ambridge, Joanna shares behind-the-scenes stories, reflections on Fallon’s journey and her thoughts on some of the character’s biggest storylines. We discuss: We also explore: And of course, we couldn’t resist asking: What biscuit would Fallon be? This is a must-listen for fans of The Archers and anyone interested in the craft behind one of radio’s most iconic shows. Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re discussing the latest drama in The Archers, focusing on the episodes from Sunday 22nd to Tuesday 24th March. There is plenty to unpack in Ambridge, from Helen’s toe-curling behaviour towards Tracy, to Brian’s increasingly distracted and erratic state, and Josh’s sudden departure. In this episode we talk about: We also share our regular features: Expect strong opinions on Helen, sympathy for Tony, and serious concern about what Brian might do next. This episode contains spoilers for listeners who are not up to date. Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, we discuss the latest drama in The Archers, covering events from Sunday 15th to Tuesday 17th March. There’s a noticeable shift in tone in Ambridge this week, with surprising conversations, uneasy alliances and a growing sense that not everything is as stable as it seems. We explore: We also discuss: Star of the Week Twit of the Week Predictions for what might happen next in Ambridge This episode contains spoilers for listeners who are not up to date with recent episodes. Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special bonus episode of All About The Archers, we’re joined by Richard Attlee, the actor who plays Kenton Archer in The Archers on BBC Radio 4. Our wonderful Facebook group submitted the questions, and Richard answers them with warmth, humour and plenty of behind-the-scenes insight into life in Ambridge. We chat about Kenton’s life at The Bull, whether he’d actually run a pub in real life, and what it’s like stepping into one of the show’s most recognisable characters. Richard also shares memories of Kenton’s dramatic dog attack storyline, reflects on Kenton’s relationships with characters like Jolene and Shula, and discusses whether he thinks Kenton would actually be friends with his own character. There’s also plenty of fun along the way — including Kenton’s favourite biscuit, the possibility of a Kenton retirement hobby, and whether Kenton would serve Alice a drink in The Bull. If you love The Archers, Kenton Archer, and hearing from the actors who bring Ambridge to life, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Thank you to everyone in our Facebook group who sent in questions. If you enjoy the podcast, there are lots of ways to stay involved and support the show: Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we dive into the latest drama in The Archers — and there’s a lot to unpack. From George’s alcohol monitoring tag (and a disastrous late-night toilet stop) to the increasingly awkward situation between Chris & Alice, Ambridge is simmering with tension. You can hear Philippa's Interview with Andi Osho from Blue Lights this Friday on The Quick Book Reviews Podcast here: https://podfollow.com/quick-book-reviews We also discuss: 🌳 George’s humiliating run-in with the law (and whether someone tipped them off…) 🍎 Amber putting George firmly in his place 👀 Chris discovering Alice and Rex are now together 🎂 Martha’s birthday — complete with a spectacular brownie cheesecake train cake 📺 Kate and Kirsty’s TV watching moment 🐑 Lambing season arriving in Ambridge 🤔 The big question: is the baby actually George’s? Plus: ⭐ Star of the Week 😈 Twit of the Week 🔮 Our predictions for what’s coming next in Ambridge. And yes… we also discuss the make-your-own robin out of twigs kit. ⚠️ Spoiler warning: This episode discusses events from Sunday 8th – Tuesday 10th March episodes of The Archers Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Archers: Rory’s Secret, Helen’s Big Offer & Home Farm Returns In this week’s episode of All About The Archers, Philippa and Katie discuss the drama in Ambridge from Sunday 1st to Tuesday 3rd March. There are secrets threatening to spill, tough love at Home Farm, and some very interesting shifting dynamics between parents and partners. Will Ruairi keep quiet for long? And what exactly is Brian’s long-term plan? We also cover: Plus our Star of the Week and Twit of the Week, and some bold predictions involving cinnamon buns, cricket, archery and possibly the ghost of Jenny. If you love The Archers and want weekly analysis, strong opinions and plenty of laughter, make sure you’re subscribed. New episodes every week. Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this exclusive The Archers interview, we sit down with Susie Riddell, who plays Tracy Horrobin in The Archers. Susie takes us behind the scenes of one of the biggest recent storylines in Ambridge — the envelope reveal, the Rory and Brian fallout, and the emotional George scenes that had listeners talking. If you’ve been searching for: — this episode is for you. We discuss: Limited Time OnlyThe Shock of the LightGavin & StaceyA must-listen for The Archers fans who love character insight, studio secrets and thoughtful storytelling. If you enjoy the podcast, there are lots of ways to stay involved and support the show: Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch the full episode including questions from our facebook group on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode of All About The Archers, Philippa, Katie and Quentin discuss the latest developments in Ambridge from Sunday 22nd to Wednesday 25th February. There are shifting dynamics, unexpected energy in the village, and a few moments that left us questioning where things are heading next. Some characters are stepping forward, others may be on uncertain ground, and tensions are quietly building. We cover: As always, we share predictions for what might happen next — although history suggests we shouldn’t trust ourselves too much. If you love The Archers and want weekly analysis, lively debate and strong opinions, subscribe and join the conversation. If you enjoy the podcast, there are lots of ways to stay involved and support the show: Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on All About The Archers, Philippa and Lauren discuss the episodes from Sunday 15th, Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th February. Spoiler warning if you are not up to date. There is romantic confusion, questionable communication, family tensions bubbling beneath the surface and plenty of strong opinions from around the village. In this episode we talk about: There are differing opinions, bold predictions (some more reliable than others), and plenty of debate about what might happen next. Join the conversation in our Facebook group, All About The Archers, and subscribe for weekly discussion of The Archers.\If you enjoy the podcast, there are lots of ways to stay involved and support the show: Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat to Hollie Chapman who plays Alice Carter/Aldridge in The Archers and ask her questions from our Facebook group. This is new content for our audio podcast, only included in the extended youtube video before now. You can buy our MERCH here: https://www.redbubble.com/people/aboutthearchers/shop You can support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AllAboutTheArchers Do join ‘All About The Archers’ on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1127587031446013 The Archers Ambridge BBCRadio4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EMERGENCY EPISODE We weren’t planning to record today. Philippa is ill. Quentin is busy. There’s a pantomime involved. But our Facebook group demanded it. After the shock confession in The Archers, we had to sit down and unpick what on earth is going on. Spoilers up to Friday morning (we haven’t included Friday’s episode yet). Is this really the end of the mystery — or are they covering for someone? In this emergency deep-dive, we discuss: We also debate: Is George about to return to full “Bad George” mode? Is blackmail now inevitable? And how long can this storyline realistically run? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on All About The Archers, Philippa and Quentin dig into a tense and chaotic few days in Ambridge, covering Sunday 8th, Monday 9th and Tuesday 10th February. With George suddenly rushing off at the end of Tuesday’s episode, the big question is whether he’s finally remembered something crucial about the night of the attack — and if so, what that means for Amber, whose behaviour is raising more than a few eyebrows. There’s also plenty of outrage over the Brookfield inheritance plans, growing concern for Josh’s future, and disbelief at David and Ruth’s approach to both family communication and tax planning. Add in Valentine’s Day nonsense, spiky exchanges across the village, a questionable horsebox hair salon idea, and a surprisingly tender moment from Brian Aldridge, and it’s another packed week in The Archers. In this episode, we discuss: Also mentioned: audio-only Q&A episodeAll About The ArchersIf you enjoy the podcast, there are lots of ways to stay involved and support the show: Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Philippa and Katie return to unpack another unusually tense week in Ambridge, featuring questionable behaviour, unexpected reactions and at least one moment that really should have come with a health warning. This episode covers: As ever, opinions are strong, patience is limited, and Ambridge somehow manages to be both comforting and completely baffling at the same time. Monday & Tuesday episodes up to 3/2/26. If you enjoy the podcast, there are lots of ways to stay involved and support the show: Watch, follow & support All About The Archers ▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers ☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee 🛍️ Merch: All About The Archers on Redbubble 💬 Join the community Facebook Group: All About The Archers 📸 Follow us on social media Instagram & Threads: @aboutthearchers TikTok: @allaboutthearchers X: @AboutTheArchers Bluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social 📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.