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Radio 4,24 Oct 2025,35 mins

55. Mums, sons and the middle child with Ruth

The Archers Podcast

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Emma Freud finds out whether Josh Archer, played by Angus Imrie, is the archetypal middle child. Do Ruth and David prefer Josh's siblings? They are joined by Felicity Finch, who plays Josh's mum Ruth, and author Nell Frizzell, to discuss the different approaches to parenthood in Ambridge, revisiting key scenes from Josh's upbringing, and examining how motherhood has changed with each generation. Presented by Emma Freud Produced by Charlotte Davey WhatsApp us on 08000 289 044 Email us at [email protected]

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