21/01/2026

21/01/2026

Author: BBC Radio 4 January 21, 2026 Duration: 13:10

Before his driving lesson Paul admits to feeling terrified. As a calming measure Ruairi gets Paul to talk through what he’s doing as he drives. Paul’s then thrilled that he’s driving safely and Ruairi tells him how much he likes him.

When Lilian and David’s paths cross near Brookfield they compare notes on turning down Eddie’s overpriced hay. Lilian’s really worried about running out though and so’s David, who suggests they work together to try and knock Eddie’s price down. But when David rings Eddie he tells him that he’s sold the hay to another farmer, at full price. Later, Eddie apologises to Lilian if he came across as smug. She wants to talk about how bad she feels after what happened to George, though. Eddie then confesses he can’t forgive George and doesn’t understand what’s wrong with him.

When Amber turns up for her haircut from Chelsea, she soon realises that Brad has told Chelsea everything. Chelsea justifies that Brad needed someone to talk to, before asking if Amber’s alright. Amber still hasn’t told George about the baby, saying she went away to Ireland to sort out her feelings for him – and Brad – but it didn’t help. Then George was so happy when she got back that they decided to try for a baby. But it came as a real shock to discover she was pregnant after George was so awful to everyone. Listening to Amber then praise Brad by comparison Chelsea tells Amber she should be with Brad, but Amber doesn’t see how they can be together.


For decades, The Archers has woven a rich tapestry of life in the fictional village of Ambridge, offering a slice of contemporary drama rooted in a rural setting. Produced by BBC Radio 4, this long-running serial moves with the times, tackling modern agricultural challenges, family dynamics, and community tensions with a gentle authenticity. Each episode feels like overhearing the ongoing conversations of neighbors, where personal ambitions clash with tradition and the landscape itself feels like a character. Tuning into this podcast is to immerse yourself in a world where the stakes are deeply human, from land disputes and business ventures to romance and loss, all unfolding against the backdrop of the English countryside. The storytelling is patient and cumulative, rewarding loyal listeners with a sense of place and history that few other dramas can match. It’s a quiet yet compelling listen, where the drama is found in the everyday struggles and triumphs of its residents, making it a unique fixture in audio fiction.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 90

The Archers
Podcast Episodes
10/04/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:57
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09/04/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:52
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08/04/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:08
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07/04/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:02
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06/04/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:59
Robert finds Lynda following the guidelines by chatting to the budgie, then admits he cannot reconcile himself to keeping a caged bird. They’ll have to re-home it, but without hurting Khalil’s feelings. They agree to nam…
05/04/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:06
Alan tells Usha he found the dawn service on Lakey Hill very moving, before she updates him on what people have offered for the Easter Promises tree. Later, while Alan’s delivering his sermon at St Stephens, part of the…
03/04/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:58
Robert’s weary with Easter Promises volunteering, while Lynda complains about criticism of her over the pub cricket team. Robert confesses he has spoken with Oliver and sorted access for them to the cricket ground. Lynda…
02/04/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:09
Oliver’s grateful to Miranda for her recent help with his near-miss with Duke. Miranda’s sorry for appearing so glum when they chatted afterwards, and gives Oliver the whole story about Brian. Oliver’s horrified to learn…
01/04/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:56
Azra gets Pat and Natasha’s input for the Surgery’s mental health initiative, and Natasha’s not impressed by Tom’s “just suck it up” attitude. Furious Tony interrupts them, demanding an explanation for the advert listing…
31/03/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:06
Lynda and Robert tick off their first Easter Promise job – the first of several, to Robert’s chagrin. Lynda’s keen to know if Robert has any requests for his birthday next week. As Lilian looks for Miranda, she gets chat…