| 00:00 | 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:15Laurie Taylor discusses the sub-text of reality TV programmes with Prof. Beverley Skeggs. 00:45The sound of bells from the Parish Church of St Thomas in Hazel Grove, Stockport. 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:301/5A family photograph prompts memories of the author's turbulent start in life. 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:302/5Janice's mother has made the difficult decision to leave her drunken husband. 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:303/5Rocked by the return of her older sister, Janice faces another hurdle as she starts school 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:304/5After Eddie's death, the Galloway women have been able to move back into the family home. 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:305/5Janice is beginning to see potential in her future, but first she must escape the past. 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:303/5Karl wanted to be the next Tony Blair, but he had one slight problem. By Louise Bagshawe.(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. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with Claire Campbell Smith. 05:45News and issues in rural Britain, with Mark Holdstock. 05:57The latest weather forecast for farmers.
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with Claire Campbell Smith. 05:45News and issues in rural Britain, with Anna Hill.
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with Claire Campbell Smith. 05:45News and issues in rural Britain, with Anna Hill.
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with Claire Campbell Smith. 05:45News and issues in rural Britain, with Charlotte Smith.
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with Claire Campbell Smith. 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 with Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg. 05:455/5Friend or foe? Mycologists reveal the impact that fungi have had on planet Earth.(R)
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:43The sound of bells from St Mary's Church in Lymm. 05:45Profile looks at Steve Hilton, David Cameron's director of strategy.
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| 06:00 | 06:00Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00News headlines, plus a look at the papers. 06:04The latest weather forecast. 06:07Elinor Goodman visits Markwell Woods and Horndean Parish in West Sussex. 06:35News and issues in rural Britain with Charlotte Smith. 06:57The latest weather forecast.
| 06:00The latest national and international news. 06:05Mark Tully explores the notion of a gift culture. 06:35Caz Graham meets a Cumbrian farmer who is producing beef the Japanese way. 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 and guests discuss the religious and ethical news of the week. 07:55Caroline Hawley appeals on behalf of Maternity Worldwide. 07:58The latest weather forecast.
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| 08:00 | | | | | | | 08:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers. 08:10From Moorlands Theological College in Christchurch, Dorset, led by Rev Dr Steve Brady. 08:50A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
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| 09:00 | 09:001/2Steve Hewlett and guests analyse the news embargo on Prince Harry's service in Afghanistan 09:45Christian worship and music led by Canon Chris Chivers.
| 09:00Mike Newell talks about his decision to blow the whistle on illegal payments in football. 09:304/5Chris Ledgard meets Jonathan Cocking, who could read Shakespeare at the age of three. 09:45Christian worship and music led by Rev Peter Whittaker.
| 09:00Lively and diverse conversation with Libby Purves and guests. 09:45Christian worship and music led by Rev Sharon Grenham-Toze.
| 09:00Melvyn Bragg and guests explore the history of miracles. 09:45Christian worship and music led by Becky Harris.
| 09:00Sue brings together some key players involved in the construction of the Channel Tunnel.
| 09:00Award-winning actor and TV host Matthew Kelly joins Katie Derham.
| 09:00News and conversation about the big stories of the week with Paddy O'Connell.
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| 10:00 | 10:00Twiggy gives for looking and feeling fabulous in one's forties and beyond.
| 10:00Sheila Hancock on how she has dealt with life since the death of her husband, John Thaw.
| 10:00Historian Kate Williams on how Queen Victoria came to power.
| 10:00How false allegations of rape impact on the lives of the accused and their families.
| 10:00Author Xanthe Clay discusses the difference between recipes on the page and in our heads.
| 10:00Amelia Stewart discusses her first group trip to Iran with John McCarthy. 10:303/4John Sessions explores the Restoration and development of new entertainment strands.
| 10:00The week's events in Ambridge.
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| 11:00 | 11:001/2Hardeep Singh Kholi traces the history of the border country between England and Scotland. 11:304/5George helps the newly promoted DI Crawford trap a particularly vicious criminal.(R)
| 11:00Philippa Forrester and Brett Westwood present the series following the movement of animals 11:30John Harris investigates the life and work of director Lindsay Anderson.
| 11:001/2Horatio Clare attends a night shift with the crew at Tower Station near Waterloo Bridge. 11:301/6A famous London theatre critic is found dead in his seat at the Theatre Royal.(R)
| 11:00Kate Adie introduces BBC foreign correspondents with the stories behind the headlines. 11:30Ian Sansom explores the life of the prolific journalist, historian and children's educator
| 11:00Alkarim Jivani investigates the human stories behind the flow of money across the world. 11:302/4The indomitable Psmith hatches a plan to take revenge. Stars Nick Caldecott.
| 11:0010/12Andrew Rawnsley presents the series looking at politics beyond and outside Westminster. 11:30Kate Adie introduces BBC foreign correspondents with the stories behind the headlines.
| 11:15Kirsty Young's castaway is actress Miriam Margolyes.
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| 12:00 | 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04Consumer news and issues with Liz Barclay and Winifred Robinson. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04Consumer news and issues with John Waite and Peter White. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04Consumer news and issues with John Waite and Sheila McClennon. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04Consumer news and issues with John Waite and Winifred Robinson. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04Consumer news and issues with Liz Barclay and Winifred Robinson. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:04Paul Lewis with the latest news from the world of personal finance. 12:301/9Sandi Toksvig chairs. Panellists include Andy Hamilton, Francis Wheen and Jeremy Hardy. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00National and international news and the shipping forecast. 12:049/10Nicholas Parsons with Paul Merton, Tony Hawks, Ian McMillan and Shappi Khorsandi 12:32What has to happen to make milk profitable for farmers? 12:57The latest weather forecast.
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| 13:00 | 13:00National and international news with Martha Kearney. 13:30Robert Robinson chairs the prestigious 'champion of champions' quiz.
| 13:00National and international news with Martha Kearney. 13:30The story behind Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake and the impact it has had on audiences.
| 13:00National and international news with Martha Kearney. 13:306/6Sally looks at how the manner of an ancestor's death can offer clues to the life they led.
| 13:00National and international news with Martha Kearney. 13:30Helen Mark sails the length of Lough Foyle, where a ferry route has reopened.
| 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. 13:10Eddie Mair chairs the topical debate from Reigate, Surrey.
| 13:00A look at events around the world with Shaun Ley. 13:30A celebration of the 150th anniversary of the feted Manchester-based orchestra.(R)
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| 14:00 | 14:15Gordon's hatred of noise is threatening his marriage. Stars Jonathan Coy.
| 14:15Romantic comedy by Robin Baker.
| 14:00Bombshell in the boardroom. 14:15Aging icon WG Grace contemplates another day in his life-long cricketing obsession.
| 14:15By Judith French. Lydia Bennet discovers the truth about her sister Elizabeth.
| 14:15By Fin Kennedy. Illusionist Caesar Price has reproduced most of the miracles of Jesus.
| 14:00Jonathan Dimbleby takes listeners responses to this week's Any Questions? 14:30Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran's play postulates an imaginary but historic meeting.(R)
| 14:00Eric Robson chairs. With John Cushnie, Anne Swithinbank and Matthew Biggs. 14:459/10Laurence explores new ways to build and run a home at an eco-community in Nottingham.(R)
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| 15:00 | 15:00Vincent Duggleby and guests answer calls on financial issues. 15:301/5By Kathryn Simmonds. A brief encounter leads to a date, followed by the agony of waiting. 15:456/90The Puritan founders of New England sowed the seeds of modern democracy.
| 15:00Richard Daniel and his team discuss listeners' questions about the natural world. 15:302/5Suzy has forgotten the glamour of the word 'epiglottis', until she meets Stanley Manley. 15:457/90Dutch settlers in New York and Pennsylvania pioneered a spirit of religious tolerance.
| 15:00Eric Robson chairs. With John Cushnie, Anne Swithinbank and Matthew Biggs. 15:303/5Diana Hendry's modern conclusion to the famous fairy story. 15:458/90Religious revivals challenge the authority of the formal hierarchical churches.
| 15:00Stewart Henderson answers those niggling questions from everyday life. 15:27Alan Titchmarsh appeals on behalf of Rainbow Children's Trust. 15:304/5By Frank Dunne. A man becomes fascinated by the woman sitting opposite him on a train. 15:459/90North America becomes part of the conflict between Britain and France.
| 15:00Tom Heap investigates the possibilities of a new generation of greener cars. 15:305/5Rosie Jackson's modern take on the old myth of Echo and Narcissus. 15:4510/90Colonists throw tea into Boston Harbour as a protest against a tax imposed by the British.
| 15:30The story behind Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake and the impact it has had on audiences.
| 15:002/2The South Pole is ahead of the expedition. Which four men will Captain Scott send back?
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| 16:00 | 16:00Simon Parkes looks at the work of the Slow Food movement in the US, Italy and the UK. 16:304/6Simon Cox presents the topical magazine series covering the world of IT.
| 16:00Examining the claim that medieval Islam influenced the foundations of English common law. 16:30Deborah Meaden chooses Georgian diplomat and spy, Lady Hester Stanhope.
| 16:00Laurie Taylor debates the dark side of consumer culture with Steve Hall & Paddy Rawlinson. 16:30Dr Mark Porter investigates the medical and psychological aspects of abortion.
| 16:00Mariella Frostrup talks to Marilynne Robinson, author of Gilead, about her new book Home. 16:30Quentin Cooper looks at research using hair to find a person's biological markers.
| 16:00Matthew Bannister presents the obituary series. 16:30Francine Stock talks to Alexander Sokurov about his new film Alexandra.
| 16:00Highlights of the week's Woman's Hour programmes with Jane Garvey.
| 16:00Mariella Frostrup talks to Zoë Heller about her new novel The Believers. 16:30Roger McGough introduces listeners' requests for the works of Christina Rossetti.
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| 17:00 | 17:00Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair. 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
| 17:00Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair. 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
| 17:00Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair. 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
| 17:00Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair. 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
| 17:00Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Carolyn Quinn. 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
| 17:00Coverage and analysis of the day's news, plus sports headlines. With Ritula Shah. 17:30Eddie Mair presents the weekly interactive current affairs magazine. 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
| 17:00Allan Urry examines the case for linking animal cruelty with child abuse. 17:40Profile looks at Steve Hilton, David Cameron's director of strategy. 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. 18:309/10Nicholas Parsons with Paul Merton, Tony Hawks, Ian McMillan and Shappi Khorsandi
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:306/6The Bletchley Park codebreakers grapple with the complexities of religion.(R)
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:301/6Sir William wants a castle with a dungeon-cum-gym. Medieval life with a 21st-century twist(R)
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:302/6Marcus Brigstocke invites Paul Daniels to try new experiences.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:301/9Sandi Toksvig chairs. Panellists include Andy Hamilton, Francis Wheen and Jeremy Hardy.
| 18:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:15Clive Anderson presents an eclectic mix of conversation, comedy and music.
| 18:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:15Laurie Taylor presents a selection of highlights from the past week on BBC radio.
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| 19:00 | 19:15Mark Lawson meets the writer John le Carre. 19:451/5The crash forces middle-aged farmer Johna into contact with new people.
| 19:00Bombshell in the boardroom. 19:15With Mark Lawson, including an interview with singer and songwriter Ray Davies. 19:452/5The night of the crash shows 15-year-old Kerry an unexpected path into the future.
| 19:15With Mark Lawson. Composer Charles Strouse discusses his memoirs. 19:453/5Volunteer fireman Tyler helped to save others' lives but has damaged his own.
| 19:15With Kirsty Lang. Actor Liam Neeson discusses his new role as an action hero in Taken. 19:454/5Heather is a divorcee who recently moved to the village, eager to make a new start.
| 19:15With Kirsty Lang, who meets singer and actress Bette Midler. 19:455/5Heather is a divorcee who recently moved to the village, eager to make a new start.
| 19:00Profile looks at Steve Hilton, David Cameron's director of strategy. 19:15Tom Sutcliffe and guests review the cultural highlights of the week.
| 19:15Natalie Barrass presents the children's magazine. 19:454/5In an LA cafe, a man with a laptop and woman with a notebook are not what they seem.(R)
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| 20:00 | 20:00Robert Elms celebrates the glories of the 1908 Franco-British Exhibition.(R) 20:30Callum Macrae reports from a region devastated by civil war.
| 20:00Allan Urry examines the case for linking animal cruelty with child abuse. 20:40Peter White with news and information for the blind and partially sighted.
| 20:00Melanie Phillips, Michael Portillo, Clifford Longley and Kenan Malik question witnesses. 20:45Dennis Sewell considers the influence of think tanks in the current political debate.
| 20:00Mike examines the events surrounding a massacre of Allied POWs by the Japanese in 1943. 20:30What is the business of branding all about? Peter Day visits a museum of failed brands.
| 20:00Eddie Mair chairs the topical debate from Reigate, Surrey. 20:50A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
| 20:00Philosopher Julian Baggini takes a personal journey through the sound archives.
| 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 | 21:002/2Research is giving new insights into the relationship between mind and body. 21:301/2Steve Hewlett and guests analyse the news embargo on Prince Harry's service in Afghanistan
| 21:00Dr Mark Porter investigates the medical and psychological aspects of abortion. 21:30Mike Newell talks about his decision to blow the whistle on illegal payments in football.
| 21:003/3Ben Miller looks at black holes and the beginning of time. 21:30Lively and diverse conversation with Libby Purves and guests.
| 21:00Tom Heap investigates the possibilities of a new generation of greener cars. 21:30Melvyn Bragg and guests explore the history of miracles.
| 21:002/18Colonists sow the seeds of modern democracy, but slavery is a vital part of the economy.
| 21:001/2Apsley Cherry-Garrard sets out on a treacherous polar expedition with Captain Scott.
| 21:00Paul Lewis with the latest news from the world of personal finance. 21:26Caroline Hawley appeals on behalf of Maternity Worldwide. 21:30What is the business of branding all about? Peter Day visits a museum of failed brands. 21:58The latest weather forecast.
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| 22:00 | 22:00National and international news and analysis with Ritula Shah and Carolyn Quinn. 22:451/10Manda confronts her stalker on a lonely mountainside in Scotland.
| 22:00National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig and Carolyn Quinn. 22:452/10Manda is desolate when Gareth, her lover of ten years, leaves her for another woman.
| 22:00National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig. 22:453/10David seems to know more than he ought to and his attentions are becoming unsettling.
| 22:00National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig. 22:454/10When Tom invites Manda down to Kent to check out a firecrest, it seems a perfect escape.
| 22:00National and international news and analysis with Ritula Shah. 22:455/10The university gives Manda time off work provided that she seeks help for her depression.
| 22:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 22:15Melanie Phillips, Michael Portillo, Clifford Longley and Kenan Malik question witnesses.
| 22:00Including In the Think Tanks.
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| 23:00 | 23:00Michael Rosen takes another journey into the world of words, language and the way we speak 23:305/6With PM Harold Macmillan set to appear, a spy infiltrates the futuristic radio soap.(R)
| 23:004/6A new pet shop is set to open at Edge Falls retail park, but where are all the pets? 23:30As Barbie and Madonna both turn 50, Emily Maitlis asks which is the original Material Girl(R)
| 23:005/6Nat asks strange men about death. 23:155/6Luke gets stranded on his way home from Calais with a comatose groom-to-be. 23:301/2Allan Beswick tells the remarkable story of two George Formbys, father and son.(R)
| 23:005/5Silly things done to prove devotion. 23:302/2Allan Beswick tells the remarkable story of George Formby.(R)
| 23:00Deborah Meaden chooses Georgian diplomat and spy, Lady Hester Stanhope. 23:30Sarfraz Manzoor reports on a new wave of British Asians reaching the screens of Bollywood.(R)
| 23:00Robert Robinson chairs the prestigious 'champion of champions' quiz. 23:30Roger McGough marks the fiftieth anniversary of the death of Robert W Service.
| 23:004/4Paul Gambaccini examines why the book considered unfilmable, won Best Picture of 1996.(R) 23:30Mark Tully explores the notion of a gift culture.
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