Ashley Blaker: 6.5 Children. Copyright: Steve Ullathorne
Ashley Blaker: 6.5 Children

Ashley Blaker: 6.5 Children

  • Radio stand-up
  • BBC Radio 4
  • 2021 - 2023
  • 8 episodes (2 series)

Stand-up series from Ashley Blaker about his family. Also features Ami Blaker, Ophie Blaker, Simi Blaker, Soroh Blaker, Sruly Blaker and more.

Episode menu

Series 1, Episode 2 - Opt To Adopt

This episode recalls the story of how in the summer of 2010, already with four young sons, Ashley and Gemma decided to adopt an 18-month-old girl with Down Syndrome, and the impact it had on all their lives.

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 16th July 2021
Time
11:30am
Channel
BBC Radio 4
Length
30 minutes

Repeats

Show past repeats

Date Time Channel
Sunday 11th June 2023 7:15pm Radio 4
Friday 16th June 2023 10:00pm Radio 4 Extra

Cast & crew

Cast
Ashley Blaker Host / Presenter
Ami Blaker Self
Ophie Blaker Self
Simi Blaker Self
Soroh Blaker Self
Sruly Blaker Self
Bina Blaker Self
Shelley Blond Ensemble Actor
Kieran Hodgson Ensemble Actor
Rosie Holt Ensemble Actor
Judith Jacob Ensemble Actor
Writing team
Ashley Blaker Writer
Production team
Steve Doherty Producer

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