All About The Archers

We are thrilled to welcome Mark Bonnar to All About The Archers to talk about his arrival in Ambridge as Scottish crofter Finlay.Mark chats about joining The Archers for its 75th anniversary, whether Finlay could ever return, what he really thinks of Helen, and why Finlay’s croft is absolutely non-negotiable.We also discuss Celebrity Traitors, returning to Line of Duty as Mike Dryden, his upcoming drama The Siege, radio acting, Big Finish, Shetland, cheese, swooning listeners and the vital question: what biscuit would Finlay eat while hiding from Helen?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 communityFacebook Group: All About The Archers📸 Follow us on social mediaInstagram & Threads: @aboutthearchersTikTok: @allaboutthearchersX: @AboutTheArchersBluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com

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:George getting his money from Brian and LillianWhether George has recorded even more evidenceRuth’s appointment with Azra and the reality of the BRCA testing processLeonard’s wonderful support for Ruth and CarolCarol, Anna and the battle over independenceBats, guano and the chaos at Glebe CottageTom and Natasha’s money worriesBrad’s sadness over Amber, George and DenPlus our regular features:Star of the WeekTwit of the WeekPredictionsThis 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 communityFacebook Group: All About The Archers📸 Follow us on social mediaInstagram & Threads: @aboutthearchersTikTok: @allaboutthearchersX: @AboutTheArchersBluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com

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:Kirsty’s pregnancy and Erik’s reactionHelen listening in and offering “support”Brian’s latest plans for Home FarmAdam going to Debbie for backupAlice continuing to worry about Brian’s behaviourRuth’s BRCA test dilemma and what it means for the familyBen supporting Ruth through a difficult conversationGeorge and David’s “cyber chatter” for the showHenry winning the cricket logo competitionTom and Natasha’s money worriesPlus our regular features:Star of the WeekTwit of the WeekPredictionsThis 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 communityFacebook Group: All About The Archers📸 Follow us on social mediaInstagram & Threads: @aboutthearchersTikTok: @allaboutthearchersX: @AboutTheArchersBluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com

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:Kirsty’s missed period and whether this could be pregnancy, perimenopause or something elseHelen being overbearing, exhausting and impossible to avoidTony discovering just how much the Angus cows made at marketAlice pushing the dementia theory furtherRex’s drunken behaviour and why it could change things with AliceBrian’s increasingly appalling treatment of AdamWhy Adam’s hopes for Home Farm were so painful to hear unravelThe sense that the Ruairi and George fallout is still building towards something biggerPlus our regular features:Star of the WeekTwit of the WeekPredictionsThis 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 communityFacebook Group: All About The Archers📸 Follow us on social mediaInstagram & Threads: @aboutthearchersTikTok: @allaboutthearchersX: @AboutTheArchersBluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com

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 truthWhy Lillian’s reaction could change everythingBert Horrobin’s unwelcome return and the chaos he brings with himAlan already under pressure at St Stephen’sPip’s health scare and the emotional fallout for her and StellaAlice opening up about Rex and life after ChrisFallon and Alice’s friendship scenesWhy this storyline still keeps creating new domino effects across AmbridgePlus our regular features:Star of the WeekTwit of the WeekPredictionsThis 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 communityFacebook Group: All About The Archers📸 Follow us on social mediaInstagram & Threads: @aboutthearchersTikTok: @allaboutthearchersX: @AboutTheArchersBluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com

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 psychologistFavourite storylines and why the writing on The Archers stands out Behind the scenes: from Pebble Mill to modern BBC studiosSusan’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 laughsIf 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.

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 fatherhoodThe strange shift in tone around George and why it feels like something bigger is comingBrian’s panic, pressure and the latest shock at Home FarmAdam being told what Brian wants for the future of the farmPip and Stella after last week’s scareThe falling plaster drama at St Stephen’sLinda, Robert and the arrival of Fletcher the budgieWhy Ambridge suddenly feels slightly more unhinged than usualWe also share our regular features:Star of the WeekTwit of the WeekPredictionsThis 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 communityFacebook Group: All About The Archers📸 Follow us on social mediaInstagram & Threads: @aboutthearchersTikTok: @allaboutthearchersX: @AboutTheArchersBluesky: allaboutthearchers.bsky.social

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 truthLynda’s latest campaign and her habit of recruiting everyone else while doing very little herselfCarol’s mysterious warning to Pip and what it might meanTensions at Bridge Farm as Tony faces the possible loss of his beloved Angus herdTom’s tactless comments and Natasha’s very limited idea of helping the communityHenry saying goodbye to the goatsOliver’s riding dilemma and what it might mean for himPlus our regular features:Star of the WeekTwit of the WeekPredictions for what might happen next in AmbridgeThis episode contains spoilers for listeners who are not up to date with this week’s episodes of The Archers.