05/06/2026
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You're listening to Friday's episode of The Archers from BBC Radio 4.
Thank you.
Adam, you okay? Sorry, did I wake you? No, no, not really. I haven't slept much, busy brain. Me too. Yeah. Come here. I think that cuddle's called for, don't you? Oh, yes. Very much, yes. I've got you, you know. I know. So, no mystery why I can't sleep. What about you? Just Martin Gibson. You sorted that out, you said. Yeah, but this just made me think. He was so nice about when I messed up. He could have gone to Oliver, but instead he's given me some really good advice. Just management tips, you know, leadership stuff. I really wasn't sure at first, but it's turning out to be really useful. Well, be a bit careful. Martin isn't always as cutting edge as he likes to think. He's a successful businessman. But maybe a bit old school.
Why do you need management tips? You're amazing with people. It's just managing Grey Gables, Adam, even temporarily. I want to make it work. You will. Of course you will. You're brilliant. Thank you. Hang on. I'm meant to be the one comforting you. Is it horrible at Home Farm? Weird, but not horrible. I haven't actually seen Brian this week. He's hardly been in. He's probably had his solicitors cooking up some other mad scheme. And I've been out with the equipment most days, fulfilling our contracts. The show must go on. Ed turned up yesterday. Apparently Brian's given him extra work. He clearly wasn't expecting me to be there. I've got a contract in. He can't just sack me. I really am trying to do what's best.
I know, I know. How's Kate getting on, by the way? Her trial shift went well. She's taking the job. I'm putting her on the roller for next week. Did you talk to Rory? Yeah. A flat no.
How does Adam manage his responsibilities at Grey Gables?
He's staying out of it. So it's all down to you. Looks like it. Brian's not going to change his mind, is he? I'm still hoping. Maybe it's time for less hoping and more planning. The mental incapacity route? Well... Are you having second thoughts? Anything but. Only, the lawyer says the case isn't watertight. We haven't got a smoking gun. That sounds horrible. I mean, something no judge could argue with. Oh, come on. Brian obviously isn't fit to manage. It can't be that hard to prove.
PHONE RINGS
Here we go. You make the coffee. I'll get Xander up.
Do me one, will you?
Of course. Who are you again?
Come on, Zane Abbott, it's not been that long.
Feels like it. Exam's all done now.
Finally, yeah. I can get some more shifts in, save up a bit.
Yeah.
Enjoy a maths-free summer.
I've still got reading to do. And I'm scoring for the cricket team. That's maths.
That's adding up, Brad. Even I can do that. At least the Grey Gables coffee is good.
Yeah. Oh, I hope Ian doesn't lumber me with too many of these early shifts. Day never used to.
New manager, new style. That's what I'm hearing.
Is it true? Has Ian gone peculiar?
Who said that?
Shiv in the bar says he keeps coming out with weird little phrases. Like things you'd get on a fridge magnet. Let's pick that up and run with it. I think we should deep dive here.
Yeah.
Ask him what football team he supports and that. Oh, thanks. It's alright. Shiv hates football. I'm so ready for this. Have you got the milk? Okay.
Yeah, just put it in the fridge when you're done.
Oh, of course. Any news about Fletcher?
No.
What challenges does Adam face with Brian's management style?
I'm so sorry, Zainab.
Is it ridiculous to say I miss a budgie?
Of course not. I miss my grandad. He's still at my Uncle Clive's.
That's not the same thing. Your grandad's a person.
Allegedly. I thought I'd enjoy the break, but the house feels empty. I might go over and visit.
I wish I could visit Fletcher. Right. I'll see you at the staff meeting.
Hang on. There's a staff meeting?
That's right. Mark it for my personal attention. Brian Aldridge. And everything else in future, too. Thanks. Ah. Morning, Brian. What the hell are you doing here? Get out. You're not welcome. I may not be welcome, but I'm still the farm manager. Which bit of you're fired with immediate effect did you not understand? You got my email, right? My contract is with the partnership, not you.
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Chapters
8 chapters
1
What is the main topic discussed in this episode?
0:00–3:18
2
How does Adam manage his responsibilities at Grey Gables?
3:18–5:08
3
What challenges does Adam face with Brian's management style?
5:08–7:04
4
How does the conversation shift to discussing Kate's job offer?
7:04–9:07
5
What are the implications of Brian's behavior on the farm?
9:07–10:59
6
How does the legal situation regarding the vehicle unfold?
10:59–13:33
7
What are the main concerns raised about Brian's mental state?
13:33–14:39
8
How does the episode conclude with unresolved tensions?
14:39–14:47