| 00:00 | 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:15Professor Sugata Mitra explains why children need more freedom to teach one another.(R) 00:45The bells of the Church of St John the Baptist, Burford, Oxfordshire.(R) 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:301/5Echoes of Williams's troubled childhood find their way into his first Broadway success.(R) 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:302/5The biography of America's great playwright by the acclaimed theatre critic, John Lahr.(R) 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:303/5The biography of America's great playwright by the acclaimed theatre critic, John Lahr.(R) 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:304/5The biography of America's great playwright by the acclaimed theatre critic, John Lahr.(R) 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:305/5The biography of America's great playwright by the acclaimed theatre critic, John Lahr(R) 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:302/3By Melanie Whipman. Things get complicated for a couple undergoing IVF.(R) 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
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| 01:00 | 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
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| 05:00 | 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:43A short reflection and prayer with Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg. 05:45What will extra devolved powers mean for farmers? Charlotte Smith investigates. 05:56The latest weather forecast for farmers. 05:58Sir David Attenborough presents the sociable weaver of the Kalahari Desert in Namibia.
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:43A short reflection and prayer with Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg. 05:45What can farmers and vets do to protect themselves from catching diseases from livestock? 05:58Sir David Attenborough presents the Vogelkop bowerbird of west New Guinea.
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:43A short reflection and prayer with Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg. 05:45The latest news about food, farming and the countryside. Presented by Anna Hill. 05:58David Attenborough presents the Eurasian scops owl found in Mediterranean regions.
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:43A short reflection and prayer with Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg. 05:45Could falling fish stocks in the Thames estuary mean the end of an era for fishermen? 05:58Sir David Attenborough presents the laughing gull off the Florida coast.
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:43A short reflection and prayer with Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg. 05:45Charlotte Smith reports on a doubling of the number of cattle thefts in Northern Ireland. 05:58Sir David Attenborough presents the emperor penguin from the Antarctic Peninsula.
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4. 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day, with the Rev Dr Karen Smith. 05:45'Work hard, party harder' - Is this the future of university life?
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:43The bells of All Saints Church, Harpole, Northamptonshire. 05:45The story of Ricky Tomlinson, top TV actor with a controversial trade union past.(R)
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| 06:00 | 06:00Morning news. Includes Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00Morning news. Includes Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00Morning news. Includes Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00Morning news. Includes Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00Morning news. Includes Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00News headlines, plus a look at the papers. 06:04The latest weather forecast. 06:07Clare Balding embarks on the second leg of her journey along the Dales Way.(R) 06:30How farming impacts on the world of high fashion. Presented by Charlotte Smith. 06:57The latest weather forecast.
| 06:00The latest national and international news. 06:05Michael Zev Gordon reflects on the idea of the persistence of memory. 06:35Caz Graham is at the Borrowdale Shepherds' Meet, a traditional gathering in Cumbria. 06:57The latest weather forecast.
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| 07:00 | | | | | | 07:00Including Yesterday in Parliament, Sports Desk, Thought for the Day and Weather.
| 07:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers. 07:10This edition looks at Opus Dei, 'atheist evangelisation', and air strikes on Islamic State 07:55Carey Mulligan presents an appeal on behalf of War Child. 07:57The latest weather forecast.
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| 08:00 | | | | | | | 08:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers. 08:10Bishop David Walker and Canon Stephen Shipley explore the significance of angels. 08:48Lisa Jardine reflects on the history of timepieces and the power of clocks and watches.(R) 08:58David Attenborough presents the Eurasian scops owl found in Mediterranean regions.(R)
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| 09:00 | 09:00Tom Sutcliffe with Hilary Mantel, Neil MacGregor, Jeremy Deller and Kei Miller. 09:451/5Echoes of Williams's troubled childhood find their way into his first Broadway success.
| 09:00Brian Cox, physicist and media star, talks fame and quantum mechanics with Jim Al-Khalili. 09:30Paddy O'Connell explores the effect of great emotional upheaval on family life.(R) 09:452/5The biography of America's great playwright by the acclaimed theatre critic, John Lahr.
| 09:00Libby Purves meets comedian Paul Merton and trumpeter Alison Balsom. 09:453/5The biography of America's great playwright by the acclaimed theatre critic, John Lahr.
| 09:00Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss Euler's number, e. 09:454/5The biography of America's great playwright by the acclaimed theatre critic, John Lahr.
| 09:00Kirsty Young's castaway is the artist and film-maker Steve McQueen.(R) 09:455/5The biography of America's great playwright by the acclaimed theatre critic, John Lahr
| 09:00Actor and songwriter Gary Kemp joins Aasmah Mir and Richard Coles.
| 09:00Sunday morning magazine programme.
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| 10:00 | 10:00Women at the Labour Party conference, Francesca Martinez and university lad culture. 10:451/5Two old flatmates meet once a month for lunch and talk about everything... mostly.
| 10:00With MP Gloria de Piero, shadow minister for women and equalities. Emma Barnett presents. 10:452/5Bella has a new man, but he happens to be half her age.
| 10:00The start of a new series looking at reporting historical abuse. With Jenni Murray. 10:413/5Bill is going on Newsnight to debate the economy, so Bella gives him a mock interview. 10:55Two friends from very different backgrounds find common ground in their love of food.
| 10:00With Jenni Murray. Michelin chef Michel Roux Sr cooks the perfect ratatouille. 10:454/5While Bella contemplates potential motherhood, Bill is having parental problems of his own
| 10:00Is 'empty nest syndrome' worse for the single parent, and what exactly is a sex siren? 10:455/5Bella has made some life-changing decisions, but Bill has an announcement of his own.
| 10:307/7Jay Rayner and his panel take questions on eating and drinking from an audience in Maldon.
| 10:00Roy and Hayley act on sound advice, and Freddie has news for Phoebe.
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| 11:00 | 11:00Mary Smeeth talks to same-sex parents about the challenges of raising their children. 11:303/3Mark Easterbrook has teamed up with Ginger to investigate the recent mysterious deaths.
| 11:00Are we aware we are sharing the planet with less wildlife? Are we getting used to less? 11:30Musician Goldie describes his story from a broken home to his success and later struggles.
| 11:00People from Russia, Ukraine and Pakistan grapple with issues of identity. 11:304/6Gyles Brandreth welcomes Josh Widdicombe, Susie Dent, Helen Keen and Natalie Haynes.
| 11:00A shock development in the French world of haute cuisine and other tasty despatches. 11:30Sarfraz Manzoor explores a fascinating period of jazz music history in India.(R)
| 11:00Alex Bellos looks at the science behind learning maths and if school lessons reflect this.(R) 11:30Richard goes for the youth vote while Brian's campaign is based on some nauseating protein
| 11:00The advantages and disadvantages of speaking more than one language. 11:30Western policy makers grapple with the complexities of Middle East politics.
| 11:15Kirsty Young talks to conductor Marin Alsop.
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| 12:00 | 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Adam and Jessie confront the mysterious man at the German consulate. 12:15Why would one woman's flood insurance treble ahead of a new deal to keep the cost down? 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04In Folkestone, the search for a comfortable home for two Belgian refugees continues. 12:15Why are we shopping a little less at Tesco? Presented by Winifred Robinson. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04In the Graham household, there is a speech to prepare. 12:15Pedestrianised streets were supposed to attract shoppers, so why are some being scrapped? 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Well-known suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst arrives in Folkestone to address a meeting. 12:15Robbing Mum: A charity reports a rise in family members conning cash from the elderly. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04After much negotiation, an amicable alliance is finally reached on the Leas in Folkestone. 12:15Consumer news with Peter White. Should couples agree in advance who gets custody of pets? 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Paul Lewis asks if the police are losing the battle against solving financial crime. 12:303/6Steve and Hugh are joined by Sara Pascoe, Pippa Evans, Grace Petrie and Jon Holmes.(R) 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:047/8The panellists are Tony Hawks, Kerry Godliman, Stephen Mangan and Gyles Brandreth.(R) 12:32As bee populations fall, Sheila Dillon asks if salvation may be found in city streets. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
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| 13:00 | 13:00National and international news with Martha Kearney. 13:451/6Following school administrator Madeleine Broughton on her last day before she retires.
| 13:00National and international news with Martha Kearney. 13:452/6Following Ollie Monroe as his beloved trampoline club is forced to shut down.
| 13:00Analysis of current affairs reports, presented by Martha Kearney. 13:453/6Former rugby players share their stories of the way they left the sport.
| 13:00Analysis of current affairs reports, presented by Shaun Ley. 13:454/6Two people tell how their redundancy affected them at the time and for years afterwards.
| 13:00Analysis of current affairs reports, presented by Shaun Ley and Mark Mardell. 13:455/6Life coach Carol Ann Rice and Acas spokesman Stewart Gee have advice on the best way to go
| 13:00The latest news from BBC Radio 4. 13:10Jonathan Dimbleby presents political debate from City of London School in London.(R)
| 13:00Global news and analysis, presented by Shaun Ley. 13:30A look behind the scenes at Manchester Royal Exchange Theatre's Hamlet with Maxine Peake.
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| 14:00 | 14:00It is Mungo's naming day.(R) 14:15190,000 visitors pass through Heathrow every day. No wonder some of them are ghosts.
| 14:00Fallon faces the consequences.(R) 14:15A killer hides in Glasgow's disused underground tunnels. Thomas Soutar investigates.(R)
| 14:00Johnny goes to college.(R) 14:15By Matthew Broughton. A dark hymn to Dagenham in East London.(R)
| 14:00Roy and Hayley get some sound advice.(R) 14:15By Donna Franceschild. Comedy drama about a young homeless man in rural Scotland.(R)
| 14:15Based on the true story of Operation Julie, the biggest drug bust in British history.
| 14:00A chance for Radio 4 listeners to have their say on the issues discussed on Any Questions? 14:30Idiosyncratic take on Hamlet seen largely through the eyes of a 15-year old-girl.
| 14:00Eric Robson and the panel are at Sparsholt College in Hampshire.(R) 14:45Conversations about power at work, friendship through thick and thin, and being Jewish.
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| 15:00 | 15:001/13Russell Davies returns with the wide-ranging music quiz. 15:301/5Carey Mulligan reads Tessa Hadley's shortlisted story about exposing unspoken tensions.
| 15:006/7Jay Rayner hosts the culinary panel programme from Abergavenny, Monmouthshire.(R) 15:302/5Rebecca Hall reads Rose Tremain's shortlisted story about a transgressive love affair.
| 15:00Paying for University? Listeners call and email for help with fees, loans and finance. 15:303/5In Francesca Rhydderch's story, set in WWI, Daisy comes of age. Carys Eleri reads.
| 15:00Clare Balding embarks on the second leg of her journey along the Dales Way. 15:27Jenny Agutter presents an appeal for Amref Health Africa.(R) 15:304/5Zadie Smith's story about a fading American cabaret artiste. Read by Noma Dumezweni.
| 15:00Eric Robson and the panel are at Sparsholt College in Hampshire. 15:305/5By Lionel Shriver. A naive young woman makes her first trip and finds herself in peril.
| 15:30Musician Goldie describes his story from a broken home to his success and later struggles.(R)
| 15:001/2Rebus follows a trail of dead bodies found at a construction site.
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| 16:00 | 16:00Acoustics expert Trevor Cox goes in search of the best venues for different types of music 16:30Ernie Rea discusses with guests how religions can do good - and avoid bad - PR.
| 16:002/3Can the dead talk to us? Jolyon Jenkins looks into EVP - alleged voices from the far side.(R) 16:30Lord Adonis chooses Victorian engineer, aka 'The Sewer King', Sir Joseph Bazalgette
| 16:00Professor Jo Boaler believes there is a crisis in maths education. 16:30Steve Hewlett explores how demands for more devolved powers might impact on the BBC.
| 16:00Olivia Williams discusses Hollywood satire Maps to the Stars. Presented by Francine Stock. 16:30Claims of evidence for cosmic super-expansion just after the Big Bang are questioned.
| 16:00Julian Worricker on two scientists, an illustrator, a songwriter and a leading aristocrat. 16:30Tim Harford explains the Barnett Formula and asks why it is so maligned. 16:55Though second and third generation post-Holocaust, an aunt and niece still feel the impact
| 16:00Michel Roux Sr cooks the perfect ratatouille. Plus, tips on how to write a bestseller.
| 16:00Mariella Frostrup discusses Robert Merle's The Brethren, and Steven Pinker on Style. 16:30Roger McGough with poetry requests on the theme of Remember.
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| 17:00 | 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news.
| 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news.
| 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news.
| 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news.
| 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news.
| 17:00Full coverage of the day's news. 17:30'Work hard, party harder' - Is this the future of university life?(R) 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
| 17:00Is a scandal bigger than Libor brewing for the banks? Did they rig other key markets?(R) 17:40The story of Ricky Tomlinson, top TV actor with a controversial trade union past.(R) 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
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| 18:00 | 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:307/8The panellists are Tony Hawks, Kerry Godliman, Stephen Mangan and Gyles Brandreth.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:302/4The show that looks behind the scenes at the life and work of the star impressionist.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:302/4In a post-referendum world, Jeremy examines nationality, identity and accents.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:302/4Nathan discovers that watching too much TV can make him paranoid.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:303/6Steve and Hugh are joined by Sara Pascoe, Pippa Evans, Grace Petrie and Jon Holmes.
| 18:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:15Clive Anderson and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
| 18:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:15Sheila McClennon chooses her highlights from the previous seven days of BBC Radio.
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| 19:00 | 19:00Fallon faces the consequences. 19:15British actor Toby Jones discusses his role in new TV drama Marvellous. With Kirsty Lang. 19:451/5Two old flatmates meet once a month for lunch and talk about everything... mostly.(R)
| 19:15Ricky Tomlinson and playwright Neil Gore talk to John Wilson about United We Stand. 19:452/5Bella has a new man, but he happens to be half her age.(R)
| 19:00Roy and Hayley get some sound advice. 19:15Zadie Smith discusses her shortlisted entry for the BBC National Short Story Award. 19:453/5Bill is going on Newsnight to debate the economy, so Bella gives him a mock interview.(R)
| 19:15Tom Sutcliffe talks to Bernard Sumner about his memoir New Order, Joy Division and Me. 19:454/5While Bella contemplates potential motherhood, Bill is having parental problems of his own(R)
| 19:15Kirsty Lang and Craig Clunas review Chinese artist Ai Weiwei at Blenheim Palace. 19:455/5Bella has made some life-changing decisions, but Bill has an announcement of his own.(R)
| 19:00The story of Ricky Tomlinson, top TV actor with a controversial trade union past. 19:15Tom Sutcliffe and guests review Hilary Mantel's The Assasination of Margaret Thatcher.
| 19:00Phoebe is looking after Hayley. 19:15Story by writer-performer John Osborne about life, love, friendship and growing older. 19:451/3A man reflects on his life behind closed doors, in Allan Radcliffe's moving story.
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| 20:00 | 20:003/4Matthew Sweet asks what justifies our belief the sun will rise tomorrow. 20:30In one remote district in Ivory Coast, men are going back to school. Lucy Ash reports.(R)
| 20:00Is a scandal bigger than Libor brewing for the banks? Did they rig other key markets? 20:40New RNIB audiobook download service, Braille on packaging, space camp for blind children.
| 20:00What happens if we reach the singularity, the day when machines match human intelligence? 20:4565/3Daniel Hahn argues that more children's books should be translated into English.
| 20:00How have voters in Stirling decided whether or not to vote for Scottish independence? 20:30Peter Day meets the local entrepreneurs of the new Myanmar.
| 20:00Jonathan Dimbleby presents political debate from City of London School in London. 20:50Lisa Jardine reflects on the history of timepieces and the power of clocks and watches.
| 20:00Richard Eyre pays tribute to maverick left-wing theatre director Joan Littlewood.
| 20:00Tim Harford explains the Barnett Formula and asks why it is so maligned.(R) 20:30Julian Worricker on two scientists, an illustrator, a songwriter and a leading aristocrat.(R)
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| 21:00 | 21:00Can dog-walkers share the planet with ground-nesting seabirds?(R) 21:30Tom Sutcliffe with Hilary Mantel, Neil MacGregor, Jeremy Deller and Kei Miller.(R)
| 21:00Dr Mark Porter goes on a weekly quest to demystify the health issues that perplex us. 21:30Brian Cox, physicist and media star, talks fame and quantum mechanics with Jim Al-Khalili.(R)
| 21:00Tom Heap finds out how communities large and small can produce their own electricity. 21:30Libby Purves meets comedian Paul Merton and trumpeter Alison Balsom.(R)
| 21:00Claims of evidence for cosmic super-expansion just after the Big Bang are questioned.(R) 21:30Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss Euler's number, e.(R)
| 21:00Suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst visits Folkestone, and an amicable alliance is reached.
| 21:00A young drifter falls for the wife of a cafe owner, with devastating consequences.(R)
| 21:00Paul Lewis asks if the police are losing the battle against solving financial crime.(R) 21:26Carey Mulligan presents an appeal on behalf of War Child.(R) 21:30Peter Day meets the local entrepreneurs of the new Myanmar.(R)
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| 22:00 | 22:00How will Labour respond to pressure on English devolution? 22:451/15We encounter 15-year-old Holly Sykes for the first time.
| 22:00The latest on air strikes against Islamic State militants in Syria. With Ritula Shah. 22:452/15Teenage Holly experiences a life-altering event.
| 22:00Iraq to ask UK to join anti-Isis strikes, Labour's NHS plans, and India's Mars triumph. 22:453/15University student Hugo has a strange encounter in Cambridge. Read by Luke Treadaway.
| 22:00The UK readies for Iraq action; the UN warns on ebola; and Scotland's political fever. 22:454/15A not-so-chance encounter between Holly Sykes and posh boy Hugo.
| 22:00In-depth reporting and analysis from a global perspective. 22:455/15The path not taken. Hugo's heart warms to Holly.
| 22:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 22:15What happens if we reach the singularity, the day when machines match human intelligence?(R)
| 22:00Weekly political discussion and analysis with MPs, experts and commentators. 22:45Andrew Gimson analyses how the newspapers are covering the biggest stories.
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| 23:00 | 23:003/4Michael Blastland explores how what we do with our bodies can influence our thoughts.(R) 23:301/3Older generations of immigrants share their stories from the heart of their communities.(R)
| 23:002/4Kevin shapes some hedges, eats some cheese and annoys an alligator. 23:302/3Older and younger generations of immigrants tell stories at the heart of their communities(R)
| 23:001/6A famous ex-pupil of Nigel comes back to the arts centre where it all began for him.(R) 23:153/4Mordrin is persuaded by his neighbour Tracey to take part in her school sports day.(R) 23:303/3Older generations of immigrants to Britain share their stories.(R)
| 23:002/4Keeping cool, finding the perfect swimsuit, summer weddings and eating al fresco. 23:301/2Two cricket broadcasting icons recount hilarious tales from 40 years behind the microphone(R)
| 23:00Lord Adonis chooses Victorian engineer, aka 'The Sewer King', Sir Joseph Bazalgette(R) 23:27Sean Curran reports as Parliament backs air strikes against Islamic State in Iraq. 23:55Fi Glover introduces a conversation between two colleagues on power in the workplace.
| 23:001/13Russell Davies returns with the wide-ranging music quiz.(R) 23:30Roger McGough presents a mixed bag of listeners' poetry requests, from Bronte to Larkin.(R)
| 23:00Olivia Williams discusses Hollywood satire Maps to the Stars. Presented by Francine Stock.(R) 23:30Michael Zev Gordon reflects on the idea of the persistence of memory.(R)
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