The Radford family, Britain’s largest brood, is back for more controlled chaos in 22 Kids and Counting. This week’s episode focuses on young Casper, the sixth youngest of the clan, as he nervously prepares for his first day of secondary school. It’s a monumental leap for any kid, but navigating the treacherous waters of teenage social dynamics is particularly daunting for Casper, who fears the dreaded school bully. Luckily, older brother Oscar steps in to offer support, understanding and a reassuring dose of brotherly love.
But while Casper grapples with school anxieties, a different sort of tension brews at home. Family matriarch Sue Radford is acting strangely quiet, a stark contrast to her usual bubbly self. This unusual behavior leaves Noel, the family patriarch, worried, prompting him and daughter Sophie to investigate the cause of Sue’s uncharacteristic silence. Even a family outing to a football game fails to lift her spirits. What’s behind Sue’s quietude? Is it something trivial or does it point to a more serious problem?
Tune in to Channel 5, Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM, to see how Casper fares on his first day and to uncover the secret behind Sue’s subdued demeanor. From schoolyard nerves to undisclosed family matters, the Radfords demonstrate that even in a household of 22, individual anxieties and quiet struggles can take center stage. What will this revelation mean for the Radfords and will their usually cheerful dynamic shift because of this?