All About The Archers

In this very special episode, we imagine what would happen if The Archers met Race Across the World.To mark Lauren’s final regular episode, we choose our Ambridge contestants, send them racing from New York to New Delhi and back to Ambridge, and decide who would make it to the finish line.Expect:Tracy and Brad as serious contendersChelsea proving she could win people over anywhereJustin and Lillian in matching tracksuitsHelen and Tom falling apart almost immediatelyKate chasing spiritual enlightenmentGeorge getting into trouble abroadLeonard, Ben, Jakob, Natasha, Susan and more thrown into the raceWe also ask who we’d personally choose as our Archers travel partner, with answers ranging from the practical to the unpredictable.A huge thank you to Lauren for all the laughs, chaos and brilliant Archers chat. She will be very much missed, but we hope to tempt her back for future specials.This episode contains Archers chat, mild chaos and a lot of questionable travel planning.

In this episode of All About The Archers, we discuss The Archers episodes from Sunday 17th to Tuesday 19th May— and say goodbye to Lauren in her final regular episode. We talk about:Lauren’s farewellHelen’s “new cheese” opportunityTracy refusing to leap at Helen’s offerAdam’s scheming over Home FarmAlice still worrying about BrianCarol and Anna clashing againBert, vaping and human rightsTracy standing up to DenThe upcoming partnership meetingPlus Star of the Week, Twit of the Week and predictions.This episode contains spoilers.

This week we’re discussing The Archers, focusing on the episodes from Sunday 10th to Tuesday 12th May.There is a lot to unpack as George and Amber’s relationship starts to show worrying cracks, Ruth continues to avoid making a decision about the BRCA test, and Brian manages to annoy almost everyone in Ambridge.We talk about:George and Amber’s tense conversations about the babyWhether George is becoming more controllingBrad struggling with Amber, George and DenRuth delaying the BRCA testBrian’s treatment of Adam, Ian and StellaIan’s new job newsAdam’s plans for Home FarmCarol enjoying rewildingRogation Sunday and the return of JakobThe growing number of people who know about the Ruairi secretPlus 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

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.