All About The Archers

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:
Brian finally telling Lillian the truth
Why Lillian’s reaction could change everything
Bert Horrobin’s unwelcome return and the chaos he brings with him
Alan already under pressure at St Stephen’s
Pip’s health scare and the emotional fallout for her and Stella
Alice opening up about Rex and life after Chris
Fallon and Alice’s friendship scenes
Why this storyline still keeps creating new domino effects across Ambridge
Plus our regular features:
Star of the Week
Twit of the Week
Predictions
This episode contains spoilers for listeners who are not up to date with this week’s episodes of The Archers.
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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:
Charlotte Martin on Susan Carter’s evolution—is she becoming “Susan the Sage”?
The truth about Susan’s gossip: harmless or harmful?
Life as both an actor AND a research psychologist
Favourite storylines and why the writing on The Archers stands out
Behind the scenes: from Pebble Mill to modern BBC studios
Susan’s iconic chilli… and how often she actually makes it
Could Charlotte be friends with Susan in real life?
Fan questions, quickfire answers & plenty of laughs
If 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.
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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:
George’s birthday, Emma’s warning, and whether he is really ready for fatherhood
The strange shift in tone around George and why it feels like something bigger is coming
Brian’s panic, pressure and the latest shock at Home Farm
Adam being told what Brian wants for the future of the farm
Pip and Stella after last week’s scare
The falling plaster drama at St Stephen’s
Linda, Robert and the arrival of Fletcher the budgie
Why Ambridge suddenly feels slightly more unhinged than usual
We also share our regular features:
Star of the Week
Twit of the Week
Predictions
This episode contains spoilers for listeners who are not up to date with this week’s episodes of The Archers.
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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:
Brian’s impossible position over Ruairi and whether he should finally tell Miranda the truth
Lynda’s latest campaign and her habit of recruiting everyone else while doing very little herself
Carol’s mysterious warning to Pip and what it might mean
Tensions at Bridge Farm as Tony faces the possible loss of his beloved Angus herd
Tom’s tactless comments and Natasha’s very limited idea of helping the community
Henry saying goodbye to the goats
Oliver’s riding dilemma and what it might mean for him
Plus our regular features:
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 this week’s episodes of The Archers.
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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:
How Joanna first landed the role of Fallon
What it’s like playing the same character for over two decades
Fallon’s relationship with Harrison and recent challenges
Filming dramatic scenes, including the car crash episode
The realities of recording The Archers and studio life
Fallon’s evolution from rebellious teenager to business owner
Whether Fallon is truly happy right now
We also explore:
Behind-the-scenes moments with fellow cast members
Listener perceptions of Fallon and how characters are interpreted
Fallon’s strengths, flaws and what might lie ahead
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.
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