Best Radio4 Podcasts (2025)

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Cricket's not Rochelle's only game....BBC Radio 4 The Archers fan podcast 38:50

1d ago38:50

38:50

In this week's slightly shorter episode (recorded on Thurs, so minus Friday's exciting events, whatever they may be...) we wonder what Rochelle's motives might be and whether Robert's behaving wisely. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Join our merry band of The Archers nuts at https://plus…

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Not Cricket 48:54

21h ago48:54

48:54

This week’s podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from: · Michelle in Dorset who is wondering whether to believe Joy or Rochelle; · Witherspoon, who is wondering what diagnosis to hang onto Rochelle; · Globe-Trotting Richard who is wondering where the Joy and Rochelle situation is taking us; · and finally Glyn, who has been findin…

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Casey Meets Rochelle 53:15

1d ago53:15

53:15

Hello you fine folk. A big thank you and welcome to our new Patreon members: Frosty Fox, Louise Peterkin, Aunty Mary from The Dairy, Terry Cross, Tom Roe, Deborah Shields and Lindorfan. Welcome one, welcome all, and of course, a broader thank you and collective mulled cider hug to all those who support us and make the pod possible. So, on your CV..…

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We meet the Scriptwriters 29:53

2d ago29:53

29:53

During the Academic Archers 2025 Conference, Philippa was asked to interview Keri Davies & Liz John, scriptwriters of The Archers. This is the recording of that discussion on 29/3/2025. With thanks to Academic Archers, Liz John, Keri Davies & the BBC for allowing this recording. More details on Academic Archers can be found here: https://www.academ…

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Something will turn up in The Archers 15:27

5d ago15:27

15:27

This week is hosted by Philippa & Lauren A short midweek round up of The Archers SO FAR focusing on Sunday, Monday & Tuesday episodes up to 1/4/25. You can support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/AllAboutTheArchers Or you can BUY US A COFFEE here: buymeacoffee.com/allaboutthearchers You can buy our MERCH here: https://www.redbubble.com/peopl…

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Dumteedum Live! 58:18

8d ago58:18

58:18

This is a bonus podcast, recorded at the Academic Archers Conference 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mick in the middle - The Archers fan podcast 53:03

8d ago53:03

53:03

Rochelle vs Joy: who's telling the truth? RIP Constanze and a Grundy/Carter rapprochement. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Join our merry band of The Archers nuts at https://plus.acast.com/s/AmbridgeOnTheCouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Constanza's Requiem 55:24

8d ago55:24

55:24

This week’s podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from: · Michelle in Dorset who has a plot prediction about the Snells; · Globe-Trotting Richard who is outraged by Helen and cricket team shenanigans · Katherine who is disappointed with the Joy story denouement and doesn't believe in Lynda, shock horror! · Marie from Winchester‚Ä¶…

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Joy Division 46:51

8d ago46:51

46:51

Hello all, A big thank you and welcome to new Patrons : Emma, M.Squike and Adam L. Join us this week as we attend the slamdown of the century in the Tea Room carpark, offer a helping hand to those in need and Keri gets tough at Bridge Farm. We've memorised the following things for our big interview: Atmosphere : Rochelle pushes Joy. Has she lost co…

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Is Joy Keen? 14:54

12d ago14:54

14:54

We talk about what has happened in Ambridge, in The Archers so far this week This week is hosted by Philippa & Quentin A short midweek round up of The Archers SO FAR focusing on Sunday, Monday & Tuesday episodes up to 25/3/25. You can support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/AllAboutTheArchers Or you can BUY US A COFFEE here: buymeacoffee.com…

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Helen's Belles 52:48

14d ago52:48

52:48

This week’s podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Theo. We hear from: Julia in Shropshire, who is very annoyed with Helen Claire from Clapham who is needs a break from Bridge farm Glyn, thinking about bells and smells Witherspoon, who thinks Helen should break the fourth wall And finally Vicky who delighted in Kirsty being cross with Tom We also h…

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Spring rings and gravel - BBC Radio 4 The Archers fan podcast 58:32

16d ago58:32

58:32

Krusty loses her temper, Tom loses Natasha and Freddie loses the goodwill of the cricket team. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Join our merry band of The Archers nuts at https://plus.acast.com/s/AmbridgeOnTheCouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Lily Stumps Freddie 55:45

15d ago55:45

55:45

Hey there everyone. Welcome to our 8 new Patreon members, Lori, Umm Saavo, Kevin, Heather, Moira, Jennifer's Voice, Julia and Jo. Join Keri and Matthew this week as they leaf through the Borsetshire Echo Sunday supplement looking for the following: Gravelly Voice : Did Akram make Helen's heart skip a beat? Bridge Farm HR : Not so grate tbh. Ding Do…

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We interview Kirsty! 27:59

16d ago27:59

27:59

We chat to Annabelle Dowler who plays Kirsty Miller in The Archers The full video version of this interview, including questions from our Facebook Group, is available on youtube now. Do join ‘All About The Archers’ on our FACEBOOK Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1127587031446013 You can support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/AllAbout…

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Helen’s HR Skills in The Archers 15:16

19d ago15:16

15:16

This week is hosted by Philippa & Katie We talk about what has happened in Ambridge, in The Archers so far this week A short midweek round up of The Archers SO FAR focusing on Sunday, Monday & Tuesday episodes up to 18/3/25. You can support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/AllAboutTheArchers Or you can BUY US A COFFEE here: buymeacoffee.com/a…

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What do we want? The World's Worst Protest - BBC The Archers podcast 50:03

23d ago50:03

50:03

What is George's great plan, Eddie stop rapping for the love of God and who made up that protest chant? Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Join our merry band of The Archers nuts at https://plus.acast.com/s/AmbridgeOnTheCouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Model men 55:14

22d ago55:14

55:14

This week’s podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Theo. We hear from: Michelle from Dorset, a first-time caller-innerer, who is dreaming of giant poo costumes Claire from Clapham, who is worried about poor Clarrie Love Jazzer’s singing, with a cheer for Brad Witherspoon, focussing on the young men of Ambridge Jade from Australia, loving the contra…

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Curds Not Turds 44:03

22d ago44:03

44:03

A big thank you and welcome to new Patrons: Steve and Carolyn. Join Keri and Matthew this week as they seek out Freddie's latest compilation CD, discover a positive podcast to rival TCS and pick out the perfect hamper for you all. On our protest placards this week: Close to The Bone : Freddie sends The Cider Shed switchboard into meltdown. Tractor …

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BONUS - We ask Harry Chilcott your questions 8:19

23d ago8:19

8:19

A very short episode! We chat to Jack Ashton who plays Harry Chilcott in The Archers and ask him questions from our Facebook group. You can support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/AllAboutTheArchers Or you can BUY US A COFFEE here: buymeacoffee.com/allaboutthearchers Do join ‘All About The Archers’ on our FACEBOOK Group: https://www.facebook…

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“You Two Toilets Rolls” in The Archers 14:38

26d ago14:38

14:38

This week is hosted by Philippa, Katie, Lauren & Quentin A short midweek round up of The Archers SO FAR focusing on Sunday, Monday & Tuesday episodes up to 11/3/25. You can join us for the PATREON live event: https://www.patreon.com/AllAboutTheArchers You can BUY US A COFFEE here: buymeacoffee.com/allaboutthearchers You can buy our MERCH here: http…

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Never let a child near a robot - for fans of BBC Radio 4 The Archers 1:00:54

30d ago1:00:54

1:00:54

Lilian has no boundaries and Krusty has no hope. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Join our merry band of The Archers nuts at https://plus.acast.com/s/AmbridgeOnTheCouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Anti-Natasha 1:17:53

29d ago1:17:53

1:17:53

This week’s podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from: · Tracy from California, calling very early in the week, to tell us she told us so; · Love Jazzer's Singing, who needs to talk about Natasha; · Anna, discussing her AI-created image of Natasha; · Leigh, from Cookham, who is both having fun and seeing red ; · Katherine who is …

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The Hunt for Red Pesto 34:49

29d ago34:49

34:49

Hey there folks. A big thank you and welcome to new Patrons : Daniel and Catherine. This week we delve into Ambridge's premier toilet store, the cold war and a little bit of local radio. Flat Out : Brad tosses his pancake prize away. Look at Estate of Her! : Natasha gets nasty in the house market. Anti Vacs : Brain and Lilian smash it up at The Gil…

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BONUS - We ask Tracy your questions 18:36

1M ago18:36

18:36

We chat to the wonderful Susie Riddell who plays Tracy Horrobin in The Archers. You can support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AllAboutTheArchers You can also watch this on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AllAboutTheArchers-vv8jz/videos You can listen to Susie's fantastic podcast with Esther Stanford called "Limited Time Only" (as mention…

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Pancake Day in The Archers 14:19

1M ago14:19

14:19

This week is hosted by Philippa & Lauren A short midweek round up of The Archers SO FAR focusing on Sunday, Monday & Tuesday episodes up to 4/3/25. You can support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/AllAboutTheArchers Or you can BUY US A COFFEE here: buymeacoffee.com/allaboutthearchers You can buy our MERCH here: https://www.redbubble.com/peopl…

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Nasty Natasha - BBC The Archers fan podcast 52:06

1M ago52:06

52:06

We discuss Khalil's backstory, and Harriet's delighted that the bitch is back at Bridge Farm. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Join our merry band of The Archers nuts at https://plus.acast.com/s/AmbridgeOnTheCouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Pub Brunch 55:42

1M ago55:42

55:42

This week’s podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from: · Anna, who has been looking at some villagers in a different way; · Malcolm, who tells us that the answer to everybody's problems is a loss adjuster; · Katherine, who has a potpourri of questions after Tuesday's episode; · Witherspoon, who is a bit grumpy about the way the r…

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The Fast and The Spurious 46:06

1M ago46:06

46:06

Hi all you lovely folk. A big welcome and thank you to new Patrons: Daniela, Helen and David. Join Keri and Matthew this week as they attempt to get Borsetshire Water on the blower, dream up the ultimate crowd-puller for The Bull and they look into the unknown terror of Ambridge's very own Bermuda (Cheese) Triangle. The toppings this week include: …

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Tossed Tagine in The Archers 15:30

1M ago15:30

15:30

This week is hosted by Philippa & Quentin A short midweek round up of The Archers SO FAR focusing on Sunday, Monday & Tuesday episodes up to 25/2/25. Join us for our PATREON event: https://www.patreon.com/AllAboutTheArchers Or you can BUY US A COFFEE here: buymeacoffee.com/allaboutthearchers You can buy our MERCH here: https://www.redbubble.com/peo…

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21 - Street Fighter with Pixel Cherry Ninja 34:18

1M ago34:18

34:18

Pixel Cherry Ninja is the host of an excellent retro gaming channel. He does a lot of work covering the FPGA scene. We bonded over Alejandro Martin and the Super Sega System Scam (my words, not those of PCN!) Turns out we also share a few other things as well! If you enjoyed this then do check out PCN's YouTube channel and tell him I sent you. Head…

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The Great Borchester Water Fight - a podcast for fans of BBC Radio 4's The Archers 1:05:34

1M ago1:05:34

1:05:34

Harriet reckons she has Post Traumatic Sh*t Disorder, we are disappointed in the lack of Home Farm detail and Lucy's distressed by Tracey. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Join our merry band of The Archers nuts at https://plus.acast.com/s/AmbridgeOnTheCouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

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Sparrow attack 49:42

1M ago49:42

49:42

This week’s podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from: · Katherine, who doesn't think that Bridge Farm should have been employing Clarrie to clean up the dairy; · Ros in South Wales, who wonders whether the Bridge Farm cheeses will lose their taste; · Katherine again, who has been amused by Wayne's career change; · and finally Gl…

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Celia Creams Helen 58:31

1M ago58:31

58:31

A big welcome to new Patrons: Paul, Claudia and Catherine and a big up to long time Patron Helen. Join us this week as we try to pick the right housesitting service, we plan a little cosmetic alteration round the back and we consider a trip down Panama way for one of Wayne's signature pancakes. Now, somewhere on this remote control is the button fo…

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We interview Alistair! 29:12

1M ago29:12

29:12

We chat to Michael Lumsden who plays Alistair Lloyd in The Archers Do join ‘All About The Archers’ on our FACEBOOK Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1127587031446013 You can support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/AllAboutTheArchers Or you can BUY US A COFFEE here: buymeacoffee.com/allaboutthearchers You can buy our MERCH here: https://…

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A high bacterial load in The Archers 15:34

2M ago15:34

15:34

This week is hosted by Philippa & Katie We talk about what has happened in Ambridge, in The Archers so far this week A short midweek round up of The Archers SO FAR focusing on Sunday, Monday & Tuesday episodes up to 18/2/25. You can support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/AllAboutTheArchers Or you can BUY US A COFFEE here: buymeacoffee.com/a…

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20 - Sega Rally with Mat Murray 43:15

2M ago43:15

43:15

I'm a big fan of Mat Murray on and off The Computer Game Show. He's always said no to doing shows outside of TCGS so I was really thrilled he agreed to coming on RAM. It's a really lovely episode that not only covers the Sega Saturn, we also get into Severance and Mr Beast...don't worry, we recorded this a few weeks ago so it shouldn't have any cur…

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The sh*t's hit the fam - BBC The Archers fan podcast 1:04:46

2M ago1:04:46

1:04:46

Not exactly a romantic Valentine's week, was it? The Bridge Farm lot are swimming in it and Wayne's up to the neck in it. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Join our merry band of The Archers nuts at https://plus.acast.com/s/AmbridgeOnTheCouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor…

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Borsetshire Brown 58:39

2M ago58:39

58:39

This week’s podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from: · Julia in Shropshire, who really enjoyed the previous week on The Archers; this week less so; · Kirk from Somerset, who wanted to clear up some misconceptions about sewage; · Katherine, who won't be buying any more cheese from Bridge Farm; · Grellan in London, who thinks tha…

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Borshitshire 43:45

2M ago43:45

43:45

Hey everyone. A big welcome to new patrons: Becky and Molly, thanks to Helen for being patient and a massive Bristol big-up to Louise for the membership upgrade. Further thanks to Mr Snodes for his inspired title idea on Bluesky. Aside from that, we're in serious mode this week, no silly ads or giggles about poop, oh no, absolutely not. I think we'…

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Faecal Matters! in The Archers 14:57

2M ago14:57

14:57

This week is hosted by Philippa & Quentin We talk about what has happened in Ambridge, in The Archers so far this week A short midweek round up of The Archers SO FAR focusing on Sunday, Monday & Tuesday episodes up to 11/2/25. Join us for our LIVE online PATREON event: https://www.patreon.com/AllAboutTheArchers Or you can BUY US A COFFEE here: buym…

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19 - Monsters with Holly from The Retro Collective 32:49

2M ago32:49

32:49

This episode Holly from The Retro Collective joins me and brings the BBC game Monsters. If you want to visit The Cave and The Arcade Archive then head over to https://www.retrocollective.co.uk/ and if the This Week in Retro pod appeals find it in all the usual places or here https://open.spotify.com/show/2OPQ3cADaB92E9SpRdTe5y?si=e4c4ed9b7e3e4b7e I…

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Why didn't they ring Rochelle? Podcast for fans of BBC The Archers 56:21

2M ago56:21

56:21

We're never going to hear from Harassment again, are we? Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Join our merry band of The Archers nuts at https://plus.acast.com/s/AmbridgeOnTheCouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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