A Lovely Time Productions
Rural Concerns
Join comedians Sunil Patel (Alice and Jack, Channel 4) and Chris Cantrill (Icklewick FM, BBC Radio 4) as they try to maintain a long-distance friendship in the face of countryside calibre internet speeds (Cantrill) and staggering apathy (Patel). Produced by Egg Mountain for A Lovely Time Productions.
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A Lovely Time Productions
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Dec 2, 2025
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Episodes
Mind moles, legitimate botox & an announcement 02.12.2025 18:31
The lads reunite after a triumphant live show in Manchester to discuss cosmetic surgery and how big the human tongue is. Rural Concerns is taking a break! Something cool has popped up which means we’ll be unable to record new episodes. We’ll share more information when we can but for now; Merry Christmas, happy New Year and may all your leeks be competition-grade! Our artwork is by Poppy Hills...
Mead, tombstones & the Lotto Lout 25.11.2025 38:39
A generous gift triggers a journey through time for the lads. Under the influence of a divine brew they discuss dirty bible verse, the Brit Awards and disposable vapes. The loosest, most drunk episode we’ve done tbh. If you have a Rural Concern you can send us an email to christopher@alovelytime.co.uk. We promise we’ll be very kind! The best way to support this educational podcast is through Pa...
Country pubs, TikTok hacks & Sunil’s skull kingdom 18.11.2025 31:08
The lads design the perfect village pub and inadvertently discover a way to abolish the class system. Sunil’s unique mind also comes under scrutiny yet again. We’re performing a Rural Concerns live show in Manchester on 22nd November 2025! If you’re reading this now then it’s that coming Saturday! If you’re not reading this not now then sorry, you’ve missed out but we are heading to Leicester C...
Escape rooms, socks & beautiful cobbled streets 11.11.2025 45:09
Chris and Sunil remember their 24 hours together in Amsterdam veeeeeery differently. We’re performing a Rural Concerns live show in Manchester on 22nd November 2025! That’s very soon. Come on now! Grab your tickets here . If you have a Rural Concern you can send us an email to christopher@alovelytime.co.uk . We promise we’ll be very kind! The best way to support this educational podcast is th...
Select One's Escapade LIVE from The Bill Murray 04.11.2025 47:36
From the Patreon archive - the full bootleg of the Select One's Escapade from The Bill Murray back in February 2025. If you like the sound of that and want to see things at the same time as hearing something very similar, the boy oh boy are you in luck! We’re performing a Rural Concerns live show in Manchester on 22nd November 2025! It’s going to be a heady mix of slander, skits and choice-based a...
Potatoes, crashes & the shadow world 28.10.2025 29:22
The lads must rally to save the recording when Jeff Bezos drops the ball. Luckily the failures of Big Tech doesn’t stop Sunil from eating a single potato on its own with nothing else, nor does it impede Chris reminding everyone about his big house. Here’s that video of a dorky teen playing footie . And here’s a link to Daddy Superior, Benjamin Partridge’s short film featuring a very engaging young...
Secret compartments, apex predators & Digital ID cards 21.10.2025 47:29
Sunil has compiled a special report on the arrival of Digital ID cards, Chris is designing his spare room with a theatrical eye and James has the bees in. Sunil also asks; who Lynxes the Lynx? We’re performing a Rural Concerns live show in Manchester on 22nd November 2025! It’s going to be a heady mix of slander, skits and choice-based adventure gaming! Grab your tickets here . If you have a...
Dad Chat: Pre-Church Edition 14.10.2025 19:37
With Sunil out on the lash it’s down to Chris and Producer James to set the world to rights. When was the last time you were scared? We’re performing a Rural Concerns live show in Manchester (UK) on 22nd November 2025! It’s going to be a heady mix of slander, skits and choice-based adventure gaming! Grab your tickets here . If you have a Rural Concern you can send us an email to christopher@a...
Scheduled emails, empanadas & Gerry Adams in a tracksuit 07.10.2025 44:01
James is mad for it following his trip to see Oasis, Sunil doesn’t want for Southern European pasties and Chris is cuckolded by a load of 20 year old boys. Quite sweary this one; blame it on the resurgence of Cool Britannia! We’re performing a Rural Concerns live show in Manchester (UK) on 22nd November 2025! It’s going to be a heady mix of slander, skits and choice-based adventure gaming! Grab...
Early starts, robots & Gordon Blue’s pastries 30.09.2025 38:18
Chris is on another plane (astral), Sunil gets all his meals from Deliveroo and James absolutely loves that he’s the fittest DILF at the UFOs Are Real Festival. Please also note that Sunil must say yes to everything for the next 2 weeks. We’re performing a Rural Concerns live show in Manchester (UK) on 22nd November 2025! It’s going to be a heady mix of slander, skits and choice-based adventure ga...
Leek Club Special! 23.09.2025 44:21
Sunil and James are shocked to learn that Chris has actually submitted his leeks for appraisal by an independent adjudicator. They listen with a mix of jealousy and awe as Chris tells a tale triumph against adversity for the ages. It’s basically a Hollywood film where a working class outsider is the hero. Did Chris’ vibe-based, pee-soaked strategy work?! We’re performing a Rural Concerns live show...
Cryptids, chess & a slightly bigger than normal pen 16.09.2025 45:27
A hefty update for the Leek Club fans as we approach the endgame! In this episode Chris harnesses the power of prayer for personal gain, Sunil tours a private library of mucky books and James gets nerdy about arcade games. We’re performing a Rural Concerns live show in Manchester (UK) on 22nd November 2025! It’s going to be a heady mix of slander, skits and choice-based adventure gaming! Grab your...
Sauces, sweets & tomato vapes 09.09.2025 38:21
Chris recommends a brilliant syrup for follically challenged lads, Sunil raw-dogs the M1 and James isn’t worried about child slavery laws. The lads also celebrate the release of Sunil’s Hollywood film, The Toxic Avenger! If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November! So far our prep is just a p...
Underpants, uniforms & a pack of dogs 02.09.2025 35:49
The lads are reunited following a hectic summer! Chris attempts to seduce a new friend, Sunil takes us through his tabs and James is just a tube. There’s also a substantial update on the big PC front. Summary: we’re so back! If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November. Series two of Chris' ra...
Kids, ferries & the Toxic Avenger 26.08.2025 41:57
Sunil and James get together without their leader. They talk to each other as if they’ve just met at a Pharmaceutical Industry conference. Meanwhile, Chris is unspooling somewhere between Ireland and Scotland. If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November. If you have a Rural Concern you can s...
Cows arses, cow arses & a cow's arse 19.08.2025 44:20
Chris is still in Edinburgh so producer James wrote this blurb. Chris talks bovine buttocks, Sunil is deeper into golf and producer James is as handsome and witty as ever. With lovely hair. And a nice guy actually. Anyways - enjoy! Live shows: If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November. Chri...
Burratas, collisions & corrections 12.08.2025 46:18
The lads are back from their holidays with much urgent business to discuss. James has moved to Digital Lenses, Sunil goes ringside and perhaps inevitably Chris is getting into steam punk. Also, we’re thrilled to announce that the Hunterian Museum opened after a refurbishment in 2023! Live shows: If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester...
Patreon peek | High Kulture 05.08.2025 35:27
The lads are on their holidays! Here’s a little peek behind the paywall at an episode of High Kulture, our Patreon-only spin off where we discuss the films, games and books we’re consuming. You can sign up to the Patreon for a few quid a month and get access to literally hours of twoddle like this. Live shows: If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to...
Machetes, cockteliers & puffin island 29.07.2025 45:18
James experiments at home, Sunil ships in some outside help and Chris isn’t making a big deal about it. Chris also fondly remembers the time he went wild swimming with Sunil. Also, the lads agree, medically, that sugar is good and it is nice. Live shows: If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd Nov...
Dad Club Summer Special 22.07.2025 32:49
With Sunil away hunting for puffin meat, Chris and James get together to discuss the looming summer holidays. Together they compare notes on family holidays, new Superman film and James talks in an incredibly convincing Italian accent. Live shows: If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November....
Dues, wolves & Les Dennis 15.07.2025 43:28
Chris and James go celeb spotting in central London, whilst Sunil hits upon a unique strategy to make all your problems go away. The lads also play another riveting game of 'Would You Consume the Shroom?' Live shows: If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November. Chris is taking his new show to...
Holidays, shushings & a terrible foam 08.07.2025 40:49
Sunil finally snaps, James encourages responsible skulling and Chris evicts his new neighbours in the worst way possible. The lads also get a very cool message from an Argentinian farmer. If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November. Tickets will be a laugh. Do you think Chris is a good guy?...
Cameras, wasps & a selfish settee 01.07.2025 53:36
Sunil throws his toys out of the pram, Chris campaigns passionately on behalf of all artists and James finally gets his hands on the Nintendo Switch 2. The lads also try to improve their social media game with calamitous results. If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November. Do you have a Ru...
St Cans Day, flapjacks & manifestations 24.06.2025 44:31
Chris uses his academic training to set a logic trap for a distracted James whilst Sunil talks us through an exciting new public holiday. You’ll be glad to know that Chris has risen from the flames, like Icarus! A mad, heatwave infused episode. You can watch Rural Concerns Live at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November. Tickets are selling fast! How are you celebrating St Cans Day? Drop us an ema...
Garden centres, electrolytes & dead bodies 17.06.2025 49:00
Sunil has too much energy, James has literally zero sympathy and Chris has some kind advice for a friend who’s embarking on a new horticultural adventure. Don’t think it needs saying but if you are having a medical emergency please do not contact podcasters in the first instance. You can also watch Rural Concerns Live at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November. Tickets are selling fast! Do you have...
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