Explore every episode of the podcast Ambridge on the Couch - this week on The Archers
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Grundling! | 27 Sep 2026 | 01:12:28 | |
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 http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Death becomes her | 20 Sep 2026 | 01:26:32 | |
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 http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Carol scrabbles for the meaning of life. | 13 Sep 2026 | 01:06:19 | |
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 http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| George and Jeff are on the sick | 06 Sep 2026 | 01:19:03 | |
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 alarmed at Fallon’s guffawing. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ruth Rage | 23 Aug 2026 | 01:03:05 | |
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 show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| It's a Dog's Life | 16 Aug 2026 | 01:05:30 | |
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 acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| VOID STALKER | 09 Aug 2026 | 01:07:54 | |
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 acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Dolly Parton Tribute Week - Jolene & D.I.V.O.R.C.E | 02 Aug 2026 | 01:08:18 | |
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 show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Harassment’s copped it | 26 Jul 2026 | 00:57:34 | |
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 acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is Anne-Marie the new Rob? | 19 Jul 2026 | 01:02:45 | |
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 acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Showtime! | 12 Jul 2026 | 01:09:02 | |
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Martin's Massive Hose | 05 Jul 2026 | 00:58:21 | |
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. | |||
| Piles of Fun | 28 Jun 2026 | 01:04:22 | |
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. | |||
| Helen's Manky Cheese | 21 Jun 2026 | 01:08:36 | |
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 for more information. | |||
| Two Massive Toddlers | 14 Jun 2026 | 01:13:04 | |
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 acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Adam presses the big red dementia button. | 07 Jun 2026 | 01:11:58 | |
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. | |||
| Carpe Grab Rails, Everybody! | 31 May 2026 | 01:08:54 | |
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. | |||
| The Aldridges ring a cracked bell | 24 May 2026 | 01:15:50 | |
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 more information. | |||
| The Generation Game | 17 May 2026 | 01:07:26 | |
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. | |||
| Bats, and their tiny holes. | 10 May 2026 | 01:04:40 | |
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. | |||
| Proper real | 03 May 2026 | 01:24:46 | |
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 http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Snowballs and Eggshells | 26 Apr 2026 | 01:06:54 | |
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. | |||
| Welcome, Nubert! | 19 Apr 2026 | 01:03:35 | |
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 information. | |||
| Could YOU be the new owner of the Home Farm estate? | 12 Apr 2026 | 01:06:34 | |
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 information. | |||
| The Joyful Patch | 05 Apr 2026 | 01:11:20 | |
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. | |||
| Going, going, Pata-gone | 29 Mar 2026 | 01:13:47 | |
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 acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Brian’s tangled web | 22 Mar 2026 | 01:13:50 | |
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. | |||
| Drop The Yoghurt | 15 Mar 2026 | 01:03:17 | |
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. | |||
| Dear Dairy... | 08 Mar 2026 | 01:11:06 | |
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. | |||
| Helen discovers she has some Scots in her. | 01 Mar 2026 | 01:13:15 | |
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. | |||
| Zach and his Big Stirry Spoon | 22 Feb 2026 | 01:13:23 | |
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. | |||
| Just one more thing…. | 15 Feb 2026 | 01:12:22 | |
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. | |||
| Stools at the breakfast bar, and a crusty ring | 08 Feb 2026 | 01:23:06 | |
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 acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Rewilding's Tribute to Spinal Tap | 01 Feb 2026 | 01:15:00 | |
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. | |||
| Maternal maelstrom: BBC The Archers fan podcast | 25 Jan 2026 | 01:23:47 | |
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. | |||
| Clive vs Chris | 18 Jan 2026 | 01:17:21 | |
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 acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Anti-Climarkie | 11 Jan 2026 | 01:16:09 | |
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 Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| On the Rampage! | 04 Jan 2026 | 01:22:46 | |
Predictions galore and Febreze is honoured Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Great Ambridge Apocalypse Sweepstake! | 28 Dec 2025 | 01:05:04 | |
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| It's the Christmas Show! | 21 Dec 2025 | 00:29:31 | |
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. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sick of the Stables - your guide to what happened last week on The Archers | 14 Dec 2025 | 01:20:16 | |
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 http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Bramber? Or Ambrad? Your guide to what's just happened on BBC The Archers | 07 Dec 2025 | 01:11:17 | |
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 acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ed first down the stairs - BBC Radio 4 The Archers podcast | 30 Nov 2025 | 01:06:28 | |
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 information. | |||
| Och aye the nonsense - BBC The Archers fan podcast | 23 Nov 2025 | 00:56:37 | |
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 acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| A smashing surprise for Phoebe - fan podcast for BBC The Archers | 16 Nov 2025 | 00:54:46 | |
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 Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Bread of heaven - podcast for BBC The Archers | 09 Nov 2025 | 00:57:48 | |
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 http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Best Bull in Show - a podcast for fans of BBC The Archers | 02 Nov 2025 | 01:04:04 | |
Harriet gets a baby girl named after her, Jeff doesn't, no-one wants Georgie and Lilian's becoming more like Justin every day. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Archers does Succession.... | 26 Oct 2025 | 00:55:39 | |
We ponder the Great Ambridge Otch-Up - who will go where when Home Farm comes back into play, Georgie's new leaf didn't stay turned over for very long and how soon should Josh wait before he pounces on a grieving daughter? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| RIP Mulligan, it's like we never knew you - fan podcast for BBC The Archers | 19 Oct 2025 | 00:59:51 | |
This week, we acknowledge Khalil's new grown-up voice, wonder where on earth Esme comes from and wonders why Lilian's' behaving so badly. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jail break - BBC The Archers fan podcast | 12 Oct 2025 | 00:52:30 | |
Georgie's out, the rats are in and Brad's in the middle. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ambridgeonthecouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||