| 00:00 | 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:15Laurie Taylor discusses the problems of urban slums with Mike Davis and Patrick Wakely. 00:45The sound of bells from St Eadburgha's Church in Ebrington, Gloucestershire. 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:301/5In the aftermath of World War II, the USSR is determined to build a long-range missile. 00:48Weather conditions for shipping.
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:302/5Political pressure is brought to bear on the scientists to meet deadlines. 00:48Weather information for shipping.
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:303/5As rivalries simmer, pressure increases on Khrushchev's pet designer Korolev. 00:48Weather information for shipping.
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:304/5The world's first man-made satellite goes into orbit. 00:48Weather information for shipping.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:305/5Cold War tension increases after the successful launch. 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:303/5By Niall Williams. A comment made in his sleep presages a day of unease for a car salesman(R) 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
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| 01:00 | 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of programmes.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of programmes.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of programmes.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of programmes.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of programmes.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of programmes.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of news and current affairs.
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| 05:00 | 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with the Rt Rev David Chillingworth. 05:45News and issues in rural Britain with Mark Holdstock. 05:57The latest weather forecast.
| 05:20Weather conditions for shipping. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with the Rt Rev David Chillingworth. 05:45News and issues in rural Britain with Anna Hill.
| 05:20Weather information for shipping. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with the Rt Rev David Chillingworth. 05:45News and issues in rural Britain with Anna Hill.
| 05:20Weather information for shipping. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with the Rt Rev David Chillingworth. 05:45News and issues in rural Britain with Charlotte Smith.
| 05:20Weather information for shipping. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with the Rt Rev David Chillingworth. 05:45News and issues in rural Britain with Charlotte Smith.
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection. 05:452/5Clare Balding meets the Skye Terrier, made famous by Greyfriars Bobby.(R)
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:43The sound of bells from St Peter's Church in South Petherton, Somerset. 05:45John Inverdale profiles Argentine rugby captain Agustin Pichot.
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| 06:00 | 06:00With James Naughtie, Edward Stourton. Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00With James Naughtie, Edward Stourton. Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00With James Naughtie and John Humphrys. Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day
| 06:00With John Humphrys, Edward Stourton. Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00With John Humphrys and Sarah Montague. Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day
| 06:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers. 06:04The latest weather forecast. 06:07Observing all aspects of rural life. 06:35Rural magazine programme with Miriam O'Reilly. 06:57The latest weather forecast.
| 06:00The latest national and international news. 06:05Actor Felicity Finch reflects on a life of dance. 06:35Alex James visits some newcomers to farming in Shropshire, along with their pigs. 06:57The latest weather forecast.
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| 07:00 | | | | | | 07:00Including Sports Desk; Thought for the Day; Weather.
| 07:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers. 07:10Roger Bolton with the religious and ethical news of the week. 07:55A young migraine sufferer appeals on behalf of The Migraine Trust. 07:58The latest weather forecast.
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| 08:00 | | | | | | | 08:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers. 08:10Live from Pershore Abbey. Leader and preacher: Rev Kenneth Crawford. 08:50Tim Egan of the New York Times reflects on a topical issue.
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| 09:00 | 09:00Guests include Max Hastings, John Simpson, Karen Armstrong and Joost Hiltermann. 09:45Christian worship and music led by Clair Jaquiss.
| 09:00Michael Buerk cotinues his interviews with people who have made life-altering decisions. 09:301/51950s ventriloquist Peter Brough's dummy Archie Andrews has a new owner. 09:45Christian worship and music led by the Rev Tony Burnham.
| 09:00Lively and diverse conversation. 09:45Christian worship and music led by Fr Philip Sumner.
| 09:00Melvyn Bragg discusses Antimatter in particle physics and cosmology. 09:45Christian worship and music led by Canon Chris Chivers.
| 09:00Kirsty Young's castaway is singer George Michael. 09:45Worship and music led by Rev Rosemary Lain-Priestley.
| 09:00Fi Glover is joined by writer Jeanette Winterson.
| 09:00News and conversation about the big stories of the week with Paddy O'Connell. 09:45Third one day international between Sri Lanka and England at Dambulla.
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| 10:00 | 10:00First one day international between Sri Lanka and England at Dambulla.
| 10:00Madeleine Mitchell on celebrating the fiddle. Plus memories from past royal weddings.
| 10:00Katie Melua discusses life after a big breakthrough. Plus the real scandalous duchess.
| 10:00Second one day international between Sri Lanka and England at Dambulla.
| 10:00How has China's one-child policy has created a boom in kidnapped children?
| 10:00John McCarthy talks to singer and doctor Hank Wangford, a regular visitor to Romania. 10:302/2How Hollywood changed since 1961, with independent film-makers and the arrival of TV.
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| 11:00 | | 11:00Paul Evans reveals the mysteries and atmosphere of the woodland slopes of Shropshire. 11:30Why do foundlings feature so much in literature? Kate Adie explores Henry Fielding.
| 11:001/3Can this very traditional venue be successfully relaunched to appeal to modern audiences? 11:302/4Arms dealer Simon struggles to understand why other people hold his job against him.
| | 11:00The peaceful village of Seaview on the Isle of Wight hosts its annual regatta. 11:305/6Lady Anne goes uncover as a serving wench at the local pub to get closer to Sam.
| 11:00Discussion series which sharpens the focus on current events. With Dennis Sewell. 11:30Kate Adie introduces BBC foreign correspondents with the stories behind the headlines.
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| 12:00 | 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04First one day international between Sri Lanka and England and India at Dambulla.
| 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04Consumer news and issues with Winifred Robinson, Peter White. Including Call You and Yours
| 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04Consumer news and issues with Winifred Robinson and Sheila McClennon.
| 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04Second one day international between Sri Lanka and England and India at Dambulla.
| 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04Consumer news and issues with Liz Barclay and John Waite.
| 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04Paul Lewis with the latest news and advice from the world of personal finance. 12:302/9Panellists include Jeremy Hardy, Francis Wheen and Carrie Quinlan. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04Third one day international between Sri Lanka and England at Dambulla.
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| 13:00 | | 13:00National and international news with Martha Kearney. 13:30Toby Amies explores the history of techno music.
| 13:00National and international news with Martha Kearney. 13:304/6With Craig Brown, Caitlin Moran and Dr Brian Cox.
| | 13:00National and international news with Shaun Ley. 13:30Roger Bolton airs listeners' views on BBC radio programmes and policy.
| 13:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 13:10Jonathan Dimbleby chairs a topical discussion.
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| 14:00 | | 14:15Frances Byrnes's drama, set in Sheffield in 1982, is based on her father's redundancy.
| 14:00Jennifer speaks her mind. 14:15By Simon Vinnicombe. Struggling both at school and at home, Bradley decides to get away.
| | 14:15Comedy by Colin Hough. Evelyn Sparkle is afraid of losing both her job and her husband.
| 14:00Jonathan Dimbleby takes listeners' responses to this week's Any Questions? 14:30Comedy thriller by Joyce Porter about the kidnap of a police officer.(R)
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| 15:00 | | 15:00Vanessa Collingridge explores the Neolithic rock art known as ‘cup and ring’ marks. 15:302/5By Anita Sullivan. Rumours remain about missions that went wrong and were never reported. 15:4517/30Audiences were able to buy vinyl discs for the first time.
| 15:00Bob Flowerdew, Bunny Guinness and Anne Swithinbank are guests of Durham University. 15:303/5By Tania Hershman. In an Irish village, Mary receives lessons from a mysterious Russian. 15:4518/30The film industry became the great patron of music in the 20th century.
| | 15:00Tom Heap investigates the key arguments for and against the use of biofuels. 15:305/5By Nick Walker. There is plenty of time to think during the long journey to Mars. 15:4520/30Despite the Wall Street crash and falling record sales, music was booming.
| 15:30Toby Amies explores the history of techno music.
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| 16:00 | | 16:00Clive Coleman takes a look at the legal issues in the news. 16:30British General Sir Michael Rose selects 'Father of the American Nation' George Washington
| 16:00Laurie Taylor re-visits the topic of new urban mega slums with Professor Patrick Wakely 16:30Dr Mark Porter explores headaches and their causes.
| | 16:00Matthew Bannister presents the obituary series. 16:30Oscar winning star Jamie Foxx talks about The Kingdom and his alter-ego.
| 16:00Highlights of this week's Woman's Hour programmes with Ritula Shah.
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| 17:00 | | 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair. 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
| 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair. 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
| | 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair. 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
| 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news, plus sports headlines. With Chris Ledgard. 17:30Evan Davis talks with entrepreneurs and business leaders about the issues that matter. 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
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| 18:00 | 18:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:301/6A whole new realm of swearing opens up as Rob Newman joins Dave Gorman.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:30Playwright and satirist Alistair Beaton presents a tribute to his friend and colleague.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:301/6Dirk discovers that Richard Macduff is not himself.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:302/6Satan introduces historian Edith to Adam and Eve, but they're stupid.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:302/9Panellists include Jeremy Hardy, Francis Wheen and Carrie Quinlan.
| 18:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:15As a tribute to Ned Sherrin, another chance to hear a programme first broadcast in 2004.(R)
| 18:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:15Hugh Dennis presents a selection of highlights from the past week on BBC radio.
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| 19:00 | 19:15With Mark Lawson, including the verdict on Sally Potter's staging of Carmen for ENO. 19:451/5Rajesh's problems start when true love walks through the door to buy her wedding sari.
| 19:00Jennifer speaks her mind. 19:15Philip Roth, regarded by many as America's finest living novelist, talks to Mark Lawson. 19:452/5Rich divorcee Dolly Gandhi comes to purchase Bollywood saris, but reveals a bit too much.
| 19:15Arts news and reviews with Mark Lawson. 19:453/5Interior design guru Tarquin and his television crew shoot a special feature on the shop.
| 19:15With Kirsty Lang. Including an interview with author Robert Harris. 19:454/5A routine VAT inspection has serious consequences for the shop and its inhabitants.
| 19:15Arts news and reviews with Kirsty Lang. 19:455/5Neeta's worst nightmare is coming true; even her late husband has deserted her daydreams.
| 19:00John Inverdale profiles Argentine rugby captain Agustin Pichot. 19:15Tom Sutcliffe and guests review the cultural highlights of the week.
| 19:15Barney Harwood presents the children's magazine. 19:455/5Jimmy has his own methods of advertising.(R)
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| 20:00 | 20:002/3Historian Jane Ridley is a descendant of Protestant martyr Nicholas Ridley. 20:30Libby Purves presents a guide to the world of learning with advice and features.
| 20:00Kate Clark looks at conditions in Basra after the British handover. 20:40Peter White presents with news and information for the blind and partially sighted.
| 20:00Michael Portillo, Melanie Phillips, Claire Fox and Clifford Longley question witnesses. 20:45Gerry Northam examines the use of the beehive as a metaphor for state government.
| 20:00Following a year in the lives of two groups of British Jews who have emigrated to Israel. 20:30Peter Day hears how art and money can sometimes make beautiful music together.
| 20:00Jonathan Dimbleby chairs a topical discussion. 20:50Tim Egan of the New York Times reflects on a topical issue.
| 20:00Francine Stock tells the story of five film makers, all born in 1907.
| 20:00Roger Bolton airs listeners' views on BBC radio programmes and policy. 20:30Matthew Bannister presents the obituary series.
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| 21:00 | 21:00Paul Evans reveals the mysteries and atmosphere of the woodland slopes of Shropshire. 21:30Guests include Max Hastings, John Simpson, Karen Armstrong and Joost Hiltermann. 21:58The latest weather forecast.
| 21:00Dr Mark Porter explores headaches and their causes. 21:30Michael Buerk cotinues his interviews with people who have made life-altering decisions.
| 21:00Peter Day visits Washington DC to see whether the regulators will licence an HIV-Aids drug 21:30Lively and diverse conversation.
| 21:00Tom Heap investigates the key arguments for and against the use of biofuels. 21:30Melvyn Bragg discusses Antimatter in particle physics and cosmology.
| 21:005/5Crises loom on two fronts as the Prime Minister faces a backbench rebellion.
| 21:002/2Louis, Bernard, Neville, Jinny, Susan and Rhoda come to terms with life after Percival.
| 21:00Paul Lewis with the latest news and advice from the world of personal finance. 21:26A young migraine sufferer appeals on behalf of The Migraine Trust. 21:30Peter Day hears how art and money can sometimes make beautiful music together. 21:58The latest weather forecast.
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| 22:00 | 22:00Are The Tories shifting to the right in preparation for a possible early election? 22:456/10Laila's house is turned to rubble by a rocket attack and both her parents are killed.
| 22:00National and international news and analysis with Bridget Kendall. 22:457/10After the pain of having to share her husband with Laila, Mariam is devastated.
| 22:00National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig. 22:458/10As the Taliban take over Kabul, Laila is relieved that her father is no longer alive.
| 22:00National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig. 22:459/10As poverty spreads throughout Kabul, Laila is forced to take her daughter to an orphanage.
| 22:00National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig. 22:4510/10Laila realises that the life she once dreamt of has been achieved at too high a price.
| 22:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 22:15Michael Portillo, Melanie Phillips, Claire Fox and Clifford Longley question witnesses.
| 22:00Reports from behind the scenes at Westminster. Including Preparing for Power.
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| 23:00 | 23:003/6The surreal comedian tackles an expert role each week, with no ability whatsoever.(R) 23:30Les Dennis tells the story of Liverpool club comedian Jackie Hamilton.(R)
| 23:002/6Comatose Ben travels back to 1973 to find a 'life coach' to motivate him out of his coma. 23:304/4Alex's wedding 'to do' list has 154 items. With Ronnie Corbett. From October 2007.
| 23:003/6Camilla Parker Bowles leaves the convent to help look after Charles Von Windsor's family. 23:153/6Dave is still separated. Can he get his life back on track by getting a job? 23:305/6The comedian ponders matters spiritual involving burglars, Bruce Forsyth and Mr Tickle.(R)
| 23:003/6Fast-paced sketch show about communications, the media and contemporary obsessions. 23:304/4Jo looks at email and internet scams. With Alan Francis, Simon Greenall and Sharon Horgan.(R)
| 23:00British General Sir Michael Rose selects 'Father of the American Nation' George Washington 23:30David Owen Norris explores how the word Amen has appeared in music over the centuries.(R)
| 23:00Peter Snow chairs the nationwide general knowledge quiz. 23:304/4The colony of poets who gathered in Gloucestershire prior to WWI left a lasting legacy.
| 23:00Libby Purves presents a guide to the world of learning with advice and features. 23:30Actor Felicity Finch reflects on a life of dance.
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