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The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
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Laurie Taylor explores the history of the modern, material world.
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Church bells from the Parish Church of Our Lady and St Nicholas, Pier Head in Liverpool.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
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1/5 In the desert of northern Kenya is a city of half a million people. Why are they there?
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The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
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2/5 Seventeen-year-old Guled has been kidnapped by al-Shabaab. He fears for his life.
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The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
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3/5 Porter Nisho is almost at the bottom of the pile, but he harbours ambitions for the future
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The latest shipping forecast.
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The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
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4/5 Monday, a young Catholic man from Sudan, falls for Muna, a Somali Muslim.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
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5/5 Monday and Muna find their child, Christine, is being attacked by Somali clan members.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
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Jessica Raine reads Jane Gardam's short story set in Hong Kong under the British.
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BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
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BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
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BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
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BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
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BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
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BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
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BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with the Reverend Richard Littledale.
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Brexit and UK farming - shall we stay or shall we go now?
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The latest weather forecast for farmers.
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Sir David Attenborough presents the superb lyrebird of eastern Australia.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with the Reverend Richard Littledale.
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An investigation shows UK regulator does not publish details of antibiotic use on farms.
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Sir David Attenborough presents the globally widespread but secretive black stork.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with the Reverend Richard Littledale.
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The latest on the 'right to buy' of housing association properties in rural areas.
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Sir David Attenborough presents the sociable weaver of the Kalahari Desert in Namibia.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with the Reverend Richard Littledale.
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Graham Stuart MP calls for greater government funding for rural areas.
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Sir David Attenborough presents the Vogelkop bowerbird of west New Guinea.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with the Reverend Richard Littledale.
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Farm antibiotics, the Scottish view on Brexit and renewable energy.
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David Attenborough presents the Eurasian scops owl found in Mediterranean regions.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day, with Tibetan Buddhist Alison Murdoch.
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The programme that starts with its listeners.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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Bells from the Church of St Peter and St Paul, Tonbridge in Kent.
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Alex Marshall discusses patriotism and nationalism.
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Morning news. Includes Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
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Morning news. Includes Sports Desk, Yesterday in Parliament, Weather, Thought for the Day.
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Morning news. Includes Sports Desk, Yesterday in Parliament, Weather, Thought for the Day.
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Morning news. Includes Sports Desk, Yesterday in Parliament, Weather, Thought for the Day.
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Morning news. Includes Sports Desk, Yesterday in Parliament, Weather, Thought for the Day.
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News headlines, plus a look at the papers.
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The latest weather forecast.
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Helen Mark and writer Simon Barnes explore the Great Fen and Charles Rothschild's legacy.
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06:30
Brexit and UK Farming: three farmers debate the merits of leaving and staying in the EU.
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The latest weather forecast.
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The latest national and international news.
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06:05
John McCarthy explores the sacred and profane place of birds in our daily lives.
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Helen Mark visits the Nutti Sami to hear about the reindeer which are their livelihood.
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The latest weather forecast.
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Morning news, with Yesterday in Parliament, Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
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The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers.
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Katy Watson reports from Mexico City as Pope Francis begins his historic trip there.
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07:45
Commentary on the fifth ODI between South Africa and England, from Newlands.
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Sean Curran reports from Westminster.
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Susan Hulme reports from Westminster.
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Sean Curran reports from Westminster.
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Susan Hulme reports from Westminster.
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Andrew Marr with Jane McGonigal, Jo Marchant, AC Grayling and Simon McBurney.
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Christian worship with a reading, prayer and music, led by the Rev Dr Calvin T Samuel.
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Peter Piot talks to Jim Al-Khalili about Zika, Ebola and HIV.
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Actor and impressionist Jan Ravens talks to Germaine Greer, about her public image.
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Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music, led by Monsignor Tony Rogers.
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Libby Purves meets writer and director Sally Wainwright and comedian Abi Roberts.
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Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music, led by Bishop Chris Edmondson.
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Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the poetry of Rumi (1207-1273).
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Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music, led by the Rev Dr Sam Wells.
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Professor Dame Carol Black is interviewed by Kirsty Young for Desert Island Discs.
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An act of worship from Cardiff led by the dean of Llandaff, the Very Rev Gerwyn Capon.
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Jamie Foreman and the inheritance tracks of Chris Addison.
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Why are breastfeeding rates so low in Britain? Tell us about your experiences.
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1/10 An accident makes a family question everything they thought they knew.
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Algerian human rights activist Leila Zerrougui talks to Jane Garvey.
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2/10 Luke tries to find out who has been making his sister so unhappy.
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Poet Hollie McNish talks to Jenni about motherhood and the things nobody tells you.
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3/10 Everyone is feeling the strain of Nettie's situation.
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Friends for whom community is at the heart of their lives.
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A themed programme looking at how we can have a good death.
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4/10 Nettie is still in a coma and the family is finding it a strain.
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Kids Company founder's first broadcast interview since MPs report into charity collapse.
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5/10 Ailsa is struggling to accept that her daughter will never recover.
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2/3 Paul Gambaccini explores the epic film that won all 9 Oscar nominations in 1988.
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Grace Dent tells the story of Jean, who is being harassed by her 80-year-old ex-husband.
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6/6 Comedian Mark Steel visits Chipping Norton to perform a stand-up show all about the town.
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Matthew Cobb explores the excitement and concerns about the new genome editing technology.
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Commentary on the third One Day International between South Africa and England.
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In their workshops Verity Sharp meets people dedicated to making fine musical instruments
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1/4 The agency is shaken by the arrival of a new accounts chief.
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Shot - not by gangsters, but by the police.
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Stories about love straight from the smartphones of Radio 4 listeners.
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Benjamin Ramm explores one of the strangest chapters in China’s history - mango mania.
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Commentary on the fourth One Day International between South Africa and England.
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Helen Lewis of the New Statesman looks behind the scenes at Westminster.
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The frontline Ukrainian town where nothing changes for the better.
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National and international news and the shipping forecast.
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12:04
Isabel finally finds a solution for the persistent young Cristine.
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A look at applying for bankruptcy online, the retail of the future and greyhound welfare.
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12:57
The latest weather forecast.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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Commentary on the third One Day International between South Africa and England.
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National and international news and the shipping forecast.
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12:04
Victor Lumley is desperate to return to his men in France.
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A look at how a major fundraising firm has collapsed, owing thousands to charities.
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12:57
The latest weather forecast.
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12:00
National and international news and the shipping forecast.
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12:04
The Wilson family struggle with their secrets.
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Including a look at deals on the Age UK website and how to spot a flood-damaged car.
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12:57
The latest weather forecast.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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Commentary on the fourth One Day International between South Africa and England.
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National and international news and the shipping forecast.
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12:04
Lesley Curwen asks whether tax should be such a taxing matter.
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6/8 A satirical review of the week's news, chaired by Miles Jupp.
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The latest weather forecast.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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Commentary on the fifth ODI between South Africa and England, from Newlands.
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Rigorous analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Martha Kearney.
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Five single people. One year. 89-year-old widower Roy goes on a singles holiday.
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Rigorous analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Martha Kearney.
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Following Ibrahim, a 25-year-old living in London, who is gay and Muslim.
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Rigorous analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Edward Stourton.
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13:45
Following divorced 52-year-old health therapist Susanna, who ran a matchmaking service.
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The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
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Jonathan Dimbleby presents political debate from the Royal College for the Blind, Hereford
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Rob is feeling protective.
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1/4 Personalities and egos clash as Stage Left are faced with some difficult decisions.
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Jolene is turning up the heat in the kitchen.
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3/4 An unexpected guest attends the press night for Saul's West End directorial debut.
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Rex offers a friendly ear.
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4/4 Hostilities are suspended as the Stage Left team visit Alan's wife in hospital.
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Listeners have their say on the issues including the new junior doctor's contract.
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1/2 DI Rebus investigates a school shooting but becomes the main suspect in a fatal house fire
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Russell Davies chairs the prestigious general knowledge quiz.
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Ultra-marathon champ Scott Jurek tells Dan Saladino how to eat vegan and run 100 miles.
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Ruth Alexander and guests discuss whether charities have become too commercial.
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Dr Mark Porter talks about chicken pox in pregnancy.
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Helen Mark and writer Simon Barnes explore the Great Fen and Charles Rothschild's legacy.
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John McCarthy presents the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of International Alert.
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Kamila Shamsie talks about her novel Burnt Shadows with James Naughtie.
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A revolution in music, politics and attitude - how Tropicalia exploded in Brazil.
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Drama about the love triangle of Horatio Nelson, William Hamilton and Emma, Lady Hamilton
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Moby-Dick was made in England. Paul Farley tells a story of fast fish and loose fish.
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Brian Cox and Robin Ince ask, 'What is reality?'.
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Laurie Taylor explores a scientific art form rooted in unpredictability.
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Sir Alan Moses discusses new Ipso rules.
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Sarah Gavron talks about Suffragette and the reactions to the film. With Francine Stock.
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Gravitational waves detected - scientists prove Einstein right after 100 years.
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Pulitzer Prize winner Elizabeth Strout talks to Mariella Frostrup about her new novel.
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Roger McGough with poetry of love, hate and everything in between on Poetry Please.
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Eddie Mair with interviews, context and analysis.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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Eddie Mair with interviews, context and analysis.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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Eddie Mair with interviews, context and analysis.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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Full coverage of the day's news.
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Recovering from a reputation for poor customer service. Evan Davis and guests.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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The latest weather forecast.
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Could York learn from its Dutch counterpart about flood protection?
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Katherine Jakeways tells the story of a student who makes her own fiscal arrangement.
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The latest shipping forecast.
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The latest weather forecast.
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The Prime Minister wants to reduce re-offending and give prison governors more autonomy
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5/6 John Lloyd and Sarah Millican welcome Matt Lucas, Prof Sophie Scott and William Hartston.
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Commentary on the third One Day International between South Africa and England.
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A former judge to look at how detectives investigated historical sex abuse allegations.
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3/4 Adventuring comic Tim FitzHigham attempts to cook a pudding under ten feet of water.
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Gravitational waves detected. Jeremy Hunt to impose a new contract on junior doctors
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6/6 John apologises for a delay and wonders what his hobbies are.
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Commentary on the fourth One Day International between South Africa and England.
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The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
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Clive Anderson and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
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The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
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John Waite presents his selection of the best of BBC Radio.
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Is the Bank of Peggy doing business today?
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Reviews of Vinyl and A Bigger Splash, and Melvyn Bragg remembers Margaret Forster.
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1/10 An accident makes a family question everything they thought they knew.
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Pride and Prejudice and Zombies reviewed and Alan Partridge revived, with Samira Ahmed.
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2/10 Luke tries to find out who has been making his sister so unhappy.
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Rex offers a friendly ear.
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Kate Winslet talks to John Wilson about her role as a mafia villain in new film Triple 9.
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3/10 Everyone is feeling the strain of Nettie's situation.
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Brian has all his women around him.
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Portraying post-apocalyptic worlds in The Survivalist and a ballet inspired by a portrait.
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4/10 Nettie is still in a coma and the family is finding it a strain.
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Kirsty Lang discusses The People v OJ Simpson and the Pre-Raphaelites in Liverpool.
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5/10 Ailsa is struggling to accept that her daughter will never recover.
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Katherine Jakeways tells the story of a student who makes her own fiscal arrangement.
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A look at the biggest Hieronymus Bosch exhibition ever and OJ Simpson's trial as a drama.
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Will Pip be a happy valentine?
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6/6 Richard Osman, Rob Beckett and Susan Calman compete to supply the best 'wrong' answers.
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5/6 Jack lives quietly on a remote island until a meeting with a tourist changes everything.
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Hugh Dennis heads to Gallipoli to learn how his great uncle died in the First World War
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Edward Stourton asks what happens on the island of Ireland if the UK leaves the EU.
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Could York learn from its Dutch counterpart about flood protection?
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News, views and information for people who are blind or partially sighted.
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Combative, provocative and engaging debate chaired by Michael Buerk.
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John Osborne discusses what it means to be ignored.
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US satirist PJ O'Rourke goes on the campaign trail in New Hampshire. Can Trump really win?
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Recovering from a reputation for poor customer service. Evan Davis and guests.
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Jonathan Dimbleby presents political debate from the Royal College for the Blind, Hereford
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Adam Gopnik says the New Hampshire primary results are less revolutionary than they look.
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Matthew Bannister celebrates the culture, style, purpose and panache of the obituary
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Women take selfies for five-and-a-half hours a day. Really? Tim Harford on junk surveys.
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Matthew Bannister on a computer scientist, a writer, a kite inventor, a GCHQ director
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Adam Hart reveals how humanity is altering the evolutionary paths of other creatures.
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Andrew Marr with Jane McGonigal, Jo Marchant, AC Grayling and Simon McBurney.
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Dr Mark Porter talks about chicken pox in pregnancy.
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Peter Piot talks to Jim Al-Khalili about Zika, Ebola and HIV.
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Is extreme weather pulling Britain apart? Tom Heap reports.
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Libby Purves meets writer and director Sally Wainwright and comedian Abi Roberts.
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Gravitational waves detected - scientists prove Einstein right after 100 years.
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Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the poetry of Rumi (1207-1273).
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Conscription comes into effect, and there are secrets and celebrations in Folkestone.
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2/2 Plarr's attempts to help free Charley earn him death threats from the police.
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Lesley Curwen asks whether tax should be such a taxing matter.
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Olivia Colman presents the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Tender Education and Arts.
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Edward Stourton asks what happens on the island of Ireland if the UK leaves the EU.
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As thousands flee Aleppo, could this be the beginning of the end for opposition forces?
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6/10 The eponymous heroine is preoccupied by the penalties and privileges of womanhood.
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Former Turkish Europe minister says there's only so much Turkey can do to help refugees.
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7/10 In 18th-century England, Orlando is seduced by London society and poetry.
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A former judge is to review Met Police's investigation into a VIP paedophile ring.
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8/10 The oppressive 19th-century dawns, and an extraordinary encounter takes place on the moor.
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How does the discovery of gravitational waves fit in with the rest of Einstein's work?
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9/10 Orlando arrives at an ending and a new beginning.
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Saudi Arabia's thinking on Syria, the pope meets the patriarch, and the art of a sickie.
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10/10 The present catches up with Orlando's extraordinarily lengthy past.
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The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
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22:15
Combative, provocative and engaging debate chaired by Michael Buerk.
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Weekly political discussion and analysis with MPs, experts and commentators.
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22:45
Sam Coates of the Times looks at how the newspapers are covering the biggest stories.
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Michael Rosen and Dr Laura Wright guide listeners through the 20 most commonly used words.
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Susan Hulme reports from Westminster on the row between the government and junior doctors.
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23:00
Brian Cox and Robin Ince ask, 'What is reality?'.
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Sean Curran reports from Westminster.
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3/4 Audio boffins create an algorithm to put radio announcers out of work.
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4/6 The funny, sad and bewildering interactions of a community psychiatric nurse's rounds.
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Rachel Byrne reports from Westminster.
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2/4 Comic monologues written and performed by Sally Phillips and Lily Bevan with star guests.
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Sean Curran reports from Westminster.
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Jake Arnott and Rebecca Root nominate their favourite books with Harriett Gilbert.
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Mark D'Arcy reports from Westminster.
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How a tea party changed a widow's life as well as her younger friend's view of the elderly
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Russell Davies chairs the prestigious general knowledge quiz.
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Roger McGough with a miscellany including poetry from the Lakes and the Caribbean.
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Sarah Gavron talks about Suffragette and the reactions to the film. With Francine Stock.
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John McCarthy explores the sacred and profane place of birds in our daily lives.
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