49. Ruairi, his mum, his step-mum - and Julianne

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Emma Freud is joined by Ruairi Donovan, played by Arthur Hughes. He reflects on his role as an unexpected member of the Aldridge family, the tensions this has caused, and why it's still painful to hear his mother Siobhan's voice. Arthur also gives us his take on Ruairi's search for a mother-figure and why that might have taken led him down some difficult paths. Emma-Jane Kirby, former Archers producer, discusses how she drew on her work as a journalist to develop the infamous Julianne 'sugar baby' storyline, and script-writer Joanna Toye takes us back through the beginnings of Siobhán and Brian's affair. We also revisit some infamous Ambridge liaisons - and near-misses. Presented by Emma Freud Produced by Jessica Bunch WhatsApp us on 08000 289 044 Email us thearcherspodcast@bbc.co.uk