Before you listen to this BBC podcast I'd like to tell you about something else you might enjoy.

My name is Allison Hindle and I commission audio drama and fiction for the BBC.

It's a great privilege because I get to unearth stories people love.

You should see the books and scripts covering my floor,

from new talent and established writers as well as classics.

The BBC has such a rich history of making great audio drama,

we're still the largest producer in the world,

and the popularity of podcasts means we can share what we do with even more people.

So if you like to lose yourself in a gripping audio drama or book, find your next listen on BBC Sounds.

BBC Sounds, music radio podcasts.

You're listening to Thursday's episode of The Archers from BBC Radio 4. The afternoon. What should I say evening?

Oh, that's a good question at this time of day, isn't it?

Are you looking for anything in particular?

Well, I'm in a quandary to be honest with you.

Oh, right. Well, perhaps I can help.

I don't know whether to buy chocolate or cigarettes.

Oh, that is a quandary.

I'm trying to stay strong and cut down the cigs.

Well, you should definitely go for the chocolate in that case.

But then I shouldn't be eating chocolate either. Too much shoggier, you know, it's a terrible thing.

It's a vicious circle being virtuous.

Gosh, this shop has really come on. Really changed, you know.

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