Ambridge on the Couch - this week on The Archers

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1. There go the Brides!

   25 Oct 2026 · 1 h 09 min · Episode 297

   Jeff and Lucy applaud a fantastic week in Ambridge, and wonder when Harassment Burns is going to realise he’s just not very good at being a police officer. Everybody loves Chelsea, and Jeff has his heart melted by…

2. Ready! Freddie! Go!

   18 Oct 2026 · 1 h 07 min · Episode 296

   Jeff gets the board rubber thrown at him, Lucy doesn’t understand how people are being invited to the Wedding of the Century, and we wonder: what is Ruth’s problem with friends? #TheArchers Support this show…

3. Alan’s father Ted moment

   11 Oct 2026 · 1 h 07 min · Episode 295

   We discuss where Alan went wrong and what happened after the cocktails, and Brad has an eventful driving lesson. Okay babe? #TheArchers Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on…

4. Grandpa Aldridge sows the seeds of revolt

   4 Oct 2026 · 1 h 04 min · Episode 294

   This week, Lucy and Jeff debate Harrassment’s motives, Brian’s entitlement and daft baby names. #TheArchers Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

5. A Grundling!

   27 Sep 2026 · 1 h 12 min · Episode 293

   Listeners' theories on Alan's financial dealings with Carol abound, we find Amber's take on childbirth surprisingly refreshing and Bishop Cyril's anxious about Alan's pagan leanings. Support this show…

6. Death becomes her

   20 Sep 2026 · 1 h 27 min · Episode 292

   In which we say a not terribly fond farewell to Carol, muse on what kind of trouble Alan has now inevitably got himself into and remain in awe of Kenton’s brass neck. #TheArchers Support this show…

7. Carol scrabbles for the meaning of life.

   13 Sep 2026 · 1 h 06 min · Episode 291

   Jeff and Lucy discuss death, divorce and whether or not ‘Monty’ would be allowed in a Scrabble game. There's jacket potato chat, and Lucy can't tell her balalaikas from her bouzoukis. #TheArchers Support this show…

8. George and Jeff are on the sick

   6 Sep 2026 · 1 h 19 min

   Back with a bumper episode, we marvel at George’s entitlement; Jeff wonders how Meadow Farm keeps going; Lucy cannot understand why Harassment is now sounding as if he’s on Last of the Summer Wine; and we’re both…

9. Ruth Rage

   23 Aug 2026 · 1 h 03 min · Episode 289

   Jeff can’t bear the Harassment/Lily relationship, Lucy thinks Ruth’s immature, and they both love Lynda. Also we receive the best map ever and hear an eye-opening tale about waking up with a Dobermann. Support this…

10. It's a Dog's Life

    16 Aug 2026 · 1 h 06 min · Episode 288

    Jeff gets Bert back-up, Carol gets Lucy’s back up, Ruth goes barking mad and we wonder whether it’s death row for Monty Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See…

11. VOID STALKER

    9 Aug 2026 · 1 h 08 min · Episode 287

    We get the giggles at Adam’s back catalogue, wonder at Keira’s timing, and Jeff continues his misguided support of Bert. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See…

12. Dolly Parton Tribute Week - Jolene & D.I.V.O.R.C.E

    2 Aug 2026 · 1 h 08 min · Episode 286

    Jeff and Lucy discuss whether Alice should have banished Rex to the bedroom on his first night as a co-habitee, whether Bert’s character will ever settle down, and some truly terrible parenting advice. Support this…

13. Harassment’s copped it

    26 Jul 2026 · 58 min · Episode 285

    In which we wonder if Harassment and Fallon’s uncoupling will remain cordial, and look forward to “Ambridge Tinder” Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See…

14. Is Anne-Marie the new Rob?

    19 Jul 2026 · 1 h 03 min · Episode 284

    Everybody's suspicious of Amber's Mum, Jeff gets picked up on his Wankel, and Lucy calls time on Fallon and Harassment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See…

15. Showtime!

    12 Jul 2026 · 1 h 09 min · Episode 283

    In which Lucy thinks Jill was too easy to dismiss as a gingham housewife, Jeff foresees the end of the road for Brian, and Febreze hopes to meet a Queen Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch.…

16. Martin's Massive Hose

    5 Jul 2026 · 58 min · Episode 282

    Kate is pushed to the brink about a stink. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

17. Piles of Fun

    28 Jun 2026 · 1 h 04 min · Episode 281

    Ruth finds herself marshalling egos and Keira breaks her silence. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18. Helen's Manky Cheese

    21 Jun 2026 · 1 h 09 min · Episode 280

    We contemplate Annabill; a gory PSA; and Kate’s renaissance. Katenaissance? Rekatessance? [That's enough - Ed] Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

19. Two Massive Toddlers

    14 Jun 2026 · 1 h 13 min · Episode 279

    No, not Lucy and Jeff, but Adam and Brian. And it’s goodbye Jimmus and the longest drawn out gene test in history. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See…

20. Adam presses the big red dementia button.

    7 Jun 2026 · 1 h 12 min · Episode 278

    Kale eye serum, anyone? More from St Akram and Horrible Helen gets her own way. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21. Carpe Grab Rails, Everybody!

    31 May 2026 · 1 h 09 min · Episode 277

    Adam’s at a loss, Carol and Anna are at loggerheads and everyone goes to the Bull. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

22. The Aldridges ring a cracked bell

    24 May 2026 · 1 h 16 min · Episode 276

    We all enjoy both an Aldridge punch-up (sans bottle this time), and Susan has a List of Designated Walks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

23. The Generation Game

    17 May 2026 · 1 h 07 min · Episode 275

    Adam plays Succession, Amber plays Happy Families and Carol plays merry hell Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24. Bats, and their tiny holes.

    10 May 2026 · 1 h 05 min · Episode 274

    Ruairí turns a corner and Brian goes round the bend. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

25. Proper real

    3 May 2026 · 1 h 25 min · Episode 273

    Hungary welcomes Adam, as if it hasn’t got enough to deal with; George’s drone has started vibrating; and Natasha’s leather trousers bring in the business. Support this show…

26. Snowballs and Eggshells

    26 Apr 2026 · 1 h 07 min · Episode 272

    The Aldridges close ranks, and is Den as Dirty as he seems? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27. Welcome, Nubert!

    19 Apr 2026 · 1 h 04 min · Episode 271

    We have a new/old rude mechanical, and Alice and Rex hit peak couple: rowing after a dinner party. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

28. Could YOU be the new owner of the Home Farm estate?

    12 Apr 2026 · 1 h 07 min · Episode 270

    Adam’s name’s come up, Carol’s had a personality transplant, and can we crowdfund therapy for Fletcher? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

29. The Joyful Patch

    5 Apr 2026 · 1 h 11 min · Episode 269

    A senior love triangle and the irony of Bridge Farm’s mental health discussion Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30. Going, going, Pata-gone

    29 Mar 2026 · 1 h 14 min · Episode 268

    Miranda’s going to be home alone, Ben decides to fly the nest and Helen is winning friends and influencing people yet again. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See…

31. Brian’s tangled web

    22 Mar 2026 · 1 h 14 min · Episode 267

    Justin tries to impress and Brian hits peak Aldridge Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

32. Drop The Yoghurt

    15 Mar 2026 · 1 h 03 min · Episode 266

    George gets it out, Brian wades in and Chris backs off. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

33. Dear Dairy...

    8 Mar 2026 · 1 h 11 min · Episode 265

    Helen gets cheesy, Ruaridh gets tearful and the Grundys get together. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

34. Helen discovers she has some Scots in her.

    1 Mar 2026 · 1 h 13 min · Episode 264

    Brian plays Cilla Black and Helen plays away from home. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

35. Zach and his Big Stirry Spoon

    22 Feb 2026 · 1 h 13 min · Episode 263

    Zach arrives, Josh departs and Akram doesn’t know a tulip from a turnip Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

36. Just one more thing….

    15 Feb 2026 · 1 h 12 min

    George becomes Columbo, Brian becomes Brando, and Ruth and David remain wacko. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

37. Stools at the breakfast bar, and a crusty ring

    8 Feb 2026 · 1 h 23 min

    In which we celebrate Clarrie, scoff at the world’s most half-hearted proposal, and wonder how long George can keep this up. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See…

38. Rewilding's Tribute to Spinal Tap

    1 Feb 2026 · 1 h 15 min

    George’s cheered up, Justin’s messed up and Ben’s been shown up Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

39. Maternal maelstrom: BBC The Archers fan podcast

    25 Jan 2026 · 1 h 24 min

    Brad needs space, Emma needs Valium and Chelsea needs an award Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

40. Clive vs Chris

    18 Jan 2026 · 1 h 17 min

    On this week’s show we wonder if the miscreant wouldn’t fancy bottling Clive too; and the fan theories are narrowing... Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See…

41. Anti-Climarkie

    11 Jan 2026 · 1 h 16 min

    Listeners fear we may be in for months of tenterhooks, others that it’s Markie, so to cheer ourselves up we enjoy an Inspector’s Balls. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on…

42. On the Rampage!

    4 Jan 2026 · 1 h 23 min

    Predictions galore and Febreze is honoured Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

43. The Great Ambridge Apocalypse Sweepstake!

    28 Dec 2025 · 1 h 05 min

    We look at the runners and riders for potential deaths in the anniversary episode and wonder why Fallon suddenly turned into the Hulk with no warning Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch.…

44. It's the Christmas Show!

    21 Dec 2025 · 30 min

    Hope you all have a fabulous Christmas, and thank you so much for your support, your friendliness, your hilarious emails, your touching reminiscences and your all round good eggedness. We are very lucky to have you.…

45. Sick of the Stables - your guide to what happened last week on The Archers

    14 Dec 2025 · 1 h 20 min

    We spend a whole week with our heads down the lavatory and wonder if Leonard is going for sainthood and how Lily can be quite so blasé about Australia.... Support this show…

46. Bramber? Or Ambrad? Your guide to what's just happened on BBC The Archers

    7 Dec 2025 · 1 h 11 min

    So Brad and Amber are a thing, why has Joy become hysterical over the tractor run and has the shop finally settled down? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See…

47. Ed first down the stairs - BBC Radio 4 The Archers podcast

    30 Nov 2025 · 1 h 06 min

    Is Brad struggling with his inner Machiavelli, and who was Rex thinking of...Alice or Krusty? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

48. Och aye the nonsense - BBC The Archers fan podcast

    23 Nov 2025 · 57 min

    We spend a week in Blackpool and Scotland, welcome Peggy MkII to the clan and praise Brian for getting out of it.... Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See…

49. A smashing surprise for Phoebe - fan podcast for BBC The Archers

    16 Nov 2025 · 55 min

    As if an eight hour minibus ride to Scotland with her extended family wasn't enough, Phoebe now has even more good news to contend with. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on…

50. Bread of heaven - podcast for BBC The Archers

    9 Nov 2025 · 58 min

    It's more unusual to have the sandwiches after the funeral, not during, but this is Ambridge....Chris and Carly, George and Esme...it's all about to kick off. Support this show…