Thursday's double episode saw Ben coming round and a focus on Phil learning lessons and attempting to do right by Ben. Pretty significant to have Phil not just acknowledging recent mistakes, but recognising that it's a pattern. The first thing that happens in Part One is Kheerat asking after Ben to Kathy. Their friendship is… Continue reading 4th August, listening
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The week ahead (week 31)
The week ahead is finally here! I know how much it drags for those watching the boxsets. But only a few more weeks of those and we're back to normal, hopefully! Mon 1st August - Yasmeen KhanKathy is unimpressed to see James has stayed the night with Ben and as they discuss plans for later,… Continue reading The week ahead (week 31)
The week ahead (week 30)
We're already at another week ahead! This week is mostly drug-related where Ben's concerned, and we've got a bit of Callum as well related to Stuart's post-natal depression. Mon 25th July - Kevin RundleBen is surprised to spot dealer Tez giving Sam a packet of drugs at the club. Later, Phil starts to question Ben… Continue reading The week ahead (week 30)
The week ahead (week 29)
It's another bad week for Ben, but by some good writers! This is where the spiraling really starts... Mon 18th July - Richard DavidsonKathy is still worried about Ben. Rocky prompts her to speak to Ben again to get him to accept help. Visiting Ben at the Arches, Kathy is interrupted by the appearance of… Continue reading The week ahead (week 29)
The week ahead (week 26)
Welcome to another week ahead, where Ben is returning from his trip with Jay just as Pride gets underway. Mon 27th June - Carey AndrewsNo Ballum spoilersTues 28th June - Carey AndrewsNo Ballum spoilersWed 29th June - Madeleine CliffordRainie makes plans to leave the Square with the baby. Meanwhile, Karen asks Stuart if he could… Continue reading The week ahead (week 26)
The week ahead (week 24)
After a heavy week 23, we move into a slightly less intense week 24, where Ben's seeking closure... Mon 13th June - Lauren KleeBen is concerned when he sees Lewis and Callum seemingly having a close conversation. Ben then confides in Jay, explaining that Lewis raped him. As they talk about this, Jay inadvertently puts… Continue reading The week ahead (week 24)
The week ahead (week 23)
Another heavy week for us content wise as we head into week 23 and Ben finally get some much needed support. Warning for discussion of rape and sexual assault in this post. Mon 6th June - Simon AshdownKheerat is concerned when Ben refuses to work at The Arches and with only Dotty to help, Jay… Continue reading The week ahead (week 23)
The week ahead (week 22)
It's been a week! Sending love to you all as we head into week 22. Mon 30th May - Katie DouglasRainie has a go at Ben for cheating on Callum but her mind turns back to Stuart and helping him with Roland.As Kathy shares her concerns about Ben to Rocky, Callum and Lola share a… Continue reading The week ahead (week 22)
The week ahead (week 21)
I'm sure you all know, but I must warn you that this is The week, so there will be discussion of rape and sexual assault in this post. Mon 23rd May - Pete LawsonCallum fumes at Ben for telling Lewis about his vigilante actions leading to a huge argument between the couple. With tensions at… Continue reading The week ahead (week 21)
The week ahead (week 17)
Another week ahead already! A quiet one this week, but still featuring both of Ballum. But we know it won't be quiet for long.. Mon 25th April - Bryan KirkwoodKat is shocked when a smoke bomb is thrown into her house, but she knows who is responsible. Her day takes another unsettling turn when she… Continue reading The week ahead (week 17)
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