Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 4 - 10 June 2018

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00:00	00:00 Ray Bradbury's Tales of the Bizarre—Series 2, The Scythe 3/6 A young farmer gets more than he bargained for when he stumbles across a deserted farm. 00:30 The Female Ghost—Afterward by Edith Wharton 3/4 An American couple move to England, but their past catches up with them. With Buffy Davis.	00:00 Playing With Fire by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle A Frenchman joins a group of friends at a séance - and conducts a dangerous experiment. 00:15 RD Wingfield—The Cellar Behind a bricked-up entrance lurks a suspenseful tale of horror below stairs. 00:30 Bookclub at 20—Sebastian Faulks on Arundhati Roy's The God of Small Things 1/5 Sebastian Faulks talks about being Bookclub's first ever author in 1998.	00:00 Philip Levene - The Invader Edmund Stanway is a sensitive man, until he is forced into committing a terrible act. 00:15 The Strange and The Sinister by William Croft Dickinson—1. The Sweet Singers A trip to a university golfing competition has unusual consequences for two professors. 00:30 Bookclub at 20—Naomi Alderman on Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 2/5 Naomi Alderman discusses her own appearance on Bookclub and her favourite from the archive	00:00 Rosemary Timperley - The Dare Game A chance meeting of old school friends revives memories of a very dangerous game. 00:15 The Strange and The Sinister by William Croft Dickinson—2. Let the Dead Bury Their Dead Will an archaeologist heed the warnings of a local man or continue a dangerous excavation? 00:30 Bookclub at 20—David Nicholls on Alan Hollinghurst's The Line of Beauty 3/5 David Nicholls remembers appearing on Bookclub with his book One Day.	00:00 No 17 by E. Nesbit What is going on in room 17 of a provincial hotel? 00:15 The Strange and The Sinister by William Croft Dickinson—3. Return at Dusk Can a soldier overcome a terrible fear - not of battle, but of a terrifying visitor? 00:30 Bookclub at 20—Lionel Shriver on Matthew Kneale's English Passengers 4/5 Lionel Shriver remembers appearing on Bookclub with her novel We Need to Talk About Kevin.	00:00 Ted Willis - And No Birds Sing Philip is quietly reading at home, but a knock on his door may change his life forever. 00:15 The Strange and The Sinister by William Croft Dickinson—4. The Work of Evil Can a sceptical academic resist reading a book that curses anyone that dares open it? 00:30 Bookclub at 20—Elif Shafak on Toni Morrison's Beloved 5/5 Elif Shafak introduces her own favourite programme from the Bookclub archive.	00:00 The Zone—Episode 1 1/2 Trevor Preston's sci-fi crime thriller set in a world where blood is currency. 00:45 Roald Dahl—The Man from the South Win a car or lose a finger - what will be the result of an old man's bizarre bet?
01:00	01:00 Lady Audley's Secret by Mary Elizabeth Braddon (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 Robert gets closer to the truth in his quest to uncover Lady Audley's secret.	01:00 The Candle of Darkness—1. The Kind Man 1/6 Steve Gardiner arrives in a Scottish seaside resort under threat from a serial killer. 01:30 Be My Guest—Patrick Cargill The TV sitcom star offers highlights of his acting career and some favourite songs.	01:00 The Candle of Darkness—2. The Voice 2/6 Steve Gardiner is drawn into the search for seaside serial killer dubbed 'The Kind Man'. 01:30 The Balancing Bluebottle Story of the film pioneer making natural history films in his back garden.	01:00 The Candle of Darkness—3. The Ally 3/6 Despite suspicious locals, Steve makes a useful ally in his hunt for 'The Kind Man'. 01:30 The Manuscript Hunter Profile of Thomas Staley, who has bought the archives of UK writers for a Texas university	01:00 The Candle of Darkness—4. The Latest Victim 4/6 Steve Gardiner witnesses the latest deadly attack and hears the victim's dying words. 01:30 Smash Hit of 1453 Rainer Hersch investigates the catchiest song in the 15th century and its revival today.	01:00 The Candle of Darkness—5. The Angry Mob 5/6 An angry mob turns on Jimmy as Delia implicates him. 01:30 The Doll's House A peek inside the miniature world of the doll's house which enchants children and adults.	01:00 Lucy Catherine - Gudrun—Series 4 (Omnibus), Episode 2 2/2 Gudrun and Marlas arrive in Constantinople, where unrest is bubbling beneath the surface.
02:00	02:15 William Trevor Short Stories—A Day A wife knows her husband has a lover and imagines one day he will tell her all about it. 02:30 Last Stories by William Trevor (Omnibus) A posthumous collection of short stories.	02:00 F Scott Fitzgerald - The Diamond as Big as the Ritz—Episode 1 1/5 After becoming friends with Percy Washington at school, John Unger is embroiled in secret. 02:15 On Your Bike—Cycling Soldiers 6/10 How the bicycle was used in war, when thousands signed up to join cyclist battalions. 02:30 15 Minute Drama—James Payne - Aonach Hourn, Episode 1 1/5 Eight years ago an avalanche took the children of Rosscoille. Now one of them has returned 02:45 Book of the Week—Peter Stothard - Alexandria: The Last Nights of Cleopatra, Episode 1 1/5 The remarkable story behind the only fragment of parchment to bear Cleopatra's signature.	02:00 F Scott Fitzgerald - The Diamond as Big as the Ritz—Episode 2 2/5 John Unger discovers the extraordinary origins of Percy Washington's family wealth. 02:15 On Your Bike—Between the Wars 7/10 How mass produced bicycles brought freedom of the road to the working classes in the 1930s 02:30 15 Minute Drama—James Payne - Aonach Hourn, Episode 2 2/5 The village of Rosscoille is struggling with Cormick's impossible discovery. 02:45 Book of the Week—Peter Stothard - Alexandria: The Last Nights of Cleopatra, Episode 2 2/5 Peter traces his interest in Cleopatra by looking himself up in the Alexandria library.	02:00 F Scott Fitzgerald - The Diamond as Big as the Ritz—Episode 3 3/5 John Unger discovers the secret that protects Washington family's incredible wealth. 02:15 On Your Bike—Frugal Years 8/10 How the bicycle thrived during wartime, leading to a golden age of cycling in the 1950s. 02:30 15 Minute Drama—James Payne - Aonach Hourn, Episode 3 3/5 When Cormick attempts to access money from the disaster fund, Thomas smells a rat. 02:45 Book of the Week—Peter Stothard - Alexandria: The Last Nights of Cleopatra, Episode 3 3/5 A meal with the author's friends Mahmoud and Socratis takes a bizarre conversational turn.	02:00 F Scott Fitzgerald - The Diamond as Big as the Ritz—Episode 4 4/5 John wants to elope with Kismine. Can he escape the fate of all visitors to Percy's home? 02:15 On Your Bike—Rise and Fall 9/10 How increasing prosperity and car ownership challenged the bicycle's popularity in the 60s 02:30 15 Minute Drama—James Payne - Aonach Hourn, Episode 4 4/5 With Sally gone, Thomas wants answers and he forces Cormick to admit the truth. 02:45 Book of the Week—Peter Stothard - Alexandria: The Last Nights of Cleopatra, Episode 4 4/5 A visit to a carpet shop and a history lesson, both ancient and modern.	02:00 F Scott Fitzgerald - The Diamond as Big as the Ritz—Episode 5 5/5 Can John and Kismine escape as Percy's hidden family estate falls under attack? 02:15 On Your Bike—Renaissance 10/10 How innovations in design and changing social tastes mean the bike is back in fashion. 02:30 15 Minute Drama—James Payne - Aonach Hourn, Episode 5 5/5 The police catch up with Cormick, but another discovery is made on Aonach Hourn. 02:45 Book of the Week—Peter Stothard - Alexandria: The Last Nights of Cleopatra, Episode 5 5/5 The author recalls seeing Elizabeth Taylor in the 1963 film Cleopatra.	02:10 Inheritance Tracks—Robert Peston The TV journalist chooses music by Beethoven and Paul Simon. 02:15 Sounds Natural—Barbara Mullen The actress shares her delight in wildlife with Derek Jones. 02:45 The Fosdyke Saga—7. Tripe and Appeasement 'Jos, you've been hitting him with that shovel for a week'.
03:00	03:45 Stuntz—Series 1, 2. Flexi-disc 2/4 Steve Punt explores the advent of the flexi-disc and its use in promotional gimmicks.	03:00 Classic Serial—Arnold Bennett - The Grand Babylon Hotel, Episode 1 1/2 An American tycoon buys a hotel and is cast into a world of Edwardian espionage and murder	03:00 Classic Serial—Arnold Bennett - The Grand Babylon Hotel, Episode 2 2/2 The American tycoon is thrown into a world of intrigue, espionage and murder.	03:00 Home Front - Omnibus—5-9 March 1918 (Season 13 start) Set in the week in 1918 when the Northern Lights aided a deadly air raid on the South East	03:00 Home Front - Omnibus—12-16 March 1918 Set in the week in 1918 when the Times published details for women registering to vote.	03:00 Home Front - Omnibus—19-23 March 1918 Set in Folkestone, in the week in 1918 when the greatest German offensive began.	03:00 Here's the Thing—Mickey Rourke, John Turturro and Viggo Mortensen Alec Baldwin delves into the lives of three celebrated actors.
04:00	04:00 The Lady Vanishes by Ethel Lina White A train, a missing governess and evil Nazi plans for Europe. All aboard....	04:00 Quote... Unquote—19/08/2013 Guests this week are Jenni Murray, Matt Barbet, David Wood and Katharine Whitehorn. 04:30 Bangers and Mash—Episode 5 5/6 Juan Jose's declaration of love has thrown Martina into confusion.	04:00 The Museum of Curiosity—Series 3, Episode 3 3/6 John Lloyd invites Kevin Eldon, John Ronson and Richard Wiseman to add to the collection. 04:30 King Street Junior—Series 10, Proposals 1/6 A new school year brings campaigning teachers, and congratulations may be in order.	04:00 Foul Play—Series 3, Commercial Death 5/6 Crime writers John Harvey and Val McDermid tackle a radio DJ's death. 04:30 The 27-Year Itch—The 28th Anniversary Dorothy and Edward's children return for the anniversary celebration. From 1979.	04:00 Funny You Should Ask—From 20/08/1979 Peter Jones tests three experts in comedy - Barry Cryer, Sid Colin and John Junkin. 04:30 Alison and Maud—Series 1, The Unmentionable 5/6 A nasty moment for Bernard - or is the landladies' daddy only joking?	04:00 The Motion Show—Series 4, Episode 3 3/6 Marcus Brigstocke, Steve Punt, Stuart Maconie and Jenny Eclair debate to win. 04:30 Chambers—Series 3, Rent Arrears 1/4 Ruth fakes a family for a client and John Fuller-Carp fiddles the books.	04:00 Whodunnits—Inspector Alleyn - Death and the Dancing Footman Chief Inspector Roderick Alleyn probes a murder at an extravagant house party.
05:00	05:00 Poetry Extra—Helen Dunmore and Dannie Abse Daljit Nagra introduces The Verb featuring Helen Dunmore and Time for Verse: Dannie Abse. 05:30 The Gobetweenies—Series 3, Episode 6 6/6 Tom is channeling Einstein to get his girl back, but Lucy has had enough of her boyfriend.	05:00 Winston—Winston in Europe, Coping With Urges 4/6 Rosie fancies a dishy French estate agent, but Nancy reckons she saw him first. 05:30 Just a Minute—Series 81, Episode 3 3/6 Nicholas Parsons and guests return for the 81st series of the iconic panel show.	05:00 Second Thoughts—Series 1, 1. Found and Lost 1/10 The battles of divorcees Bill and Faith to forge a relationship. Stars Lynda Bellingham. 05:30 Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones!—Series 3, The Decluttererer 6/6 Sort out your life and sign up for the Milton Declutterering Method!	05:00 The Leopard in Autumn—Series 2, Confessions 5/6 Salvatore is hell bent on making his family take confession, and covering up the cherubs. 05:30 Fags, Mags and Bags—Series 6, Chickpea Landslide 1/6 Ramesh's girlfriend opens a food bank in Lenzie, but she has got competition.	05:00 North by Northamptonshire—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 A storm is gathering in the town, and Esther has a big question for Ken and Keith. 05:30 Alone—Series 1, Birthday Drinks 6/6 Mitch's birthday is coming and he's trying to avoid any fuss. Stars Angus Deayton.	05:00 Minor Adjustment—Foetal Attraction 6/6 Sarah wants another child. Richard fancies a holiday... 05:30 Ashley Blaker's Goyish Guide To Judaism—Episode 1 1/2 Stand-up comedy special from Britain's only ultra-Orthodox Jewish comedian.	05:30 Kenneth Williams - Just Williams—Fluent and Funny 7/10 1966-1967: Round the Horne comes on air, more films and hosting on TV. 05:50 Leonard Rossiter - In a Nutshell—Einstein Watch Maker Musings on technological advances in society as seen in the humble wristwatch. From 1981.
06:00	06:00 The Candle of Darkness—1. The Kind Man 1/6 Steve Gardiner arrives in a Scottish seaside resort under threat from a serial killer. 06:30 Be My Guest—Patrick Cargill The TV sitcom star offers highlights of his acting career and some favourite songs.	06:00 The Candle of Darkness—2. The Voice 2/6 Steve Gardiner is drawn into the search for seaside serial killer dubbed 'The Kind Man'. 06:30 The Balancing Bluebottle Story of the film pioneer making natural history films in his back garden.	06:00 The Candle of Darkness—3. The Ally 3/6 Despite suspicious locals, Steve makes a useful ally in his hunt for 'The Kind Man'. 06:30 The Manuscript Hunter Profile of Thomas Staley, who has bought the archives of UK writers for a Texas university	06:00 The Candle of Darkness—4. The Latest Victim 4/6 Steve Gardiner witnesses the latest deadly attack and hears the victim's dying words. 06:30 Smash Hit of 1453 Rainer Hersch investigates the catchiest song in the 15th century and its revival today.	06:00 The Candle of Darkness—5. The Angry Mob 5/6 An angry mob turns on Jimmy as Delia implicates him. 06:30 The Doll's House A peek inside the miniature world of the doll's house which enchants children and adults.	06:00 Whodunnits—Inspector Alleyn - Death and the Dancing Footman Chief Inspector Roderick Alleyn probes a murder at an extravagant house party.	06:00 James Payne - Aonach Hourn (Omnibus) An avalanche took the children of Rosscoille. Now one of the missing has returned.
07:00	07:00 Winston—Winston in Europe, Coping With Urges 4/6 Rosie fancies a dishy French estate agent, but Nancy reckons she saw him first. 07:30 Just a Minute—Series 81, Episode 3 3/6 Nicholas Parsons and guests return for the 81st series of the iconic panel show.	07:00 Second Thoughts—Series 1, 1. Found and Lost 1/10 The battles of divorcees Bill and Faith to forge a relationship. Stars Lynda Bellingham. 07:30 Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones!—Series 3, The Decluttererer 6/6 Sort out your life and sign up for the Milton Declutterering Method!	07:00 The Leopard in Autumn—Series 2, Confessions 5/6 Salvatore is hell bent on making his family take confession, and covering up the cherubs. 07:30 Fags, Mags and Bags—Series 6, Chickpea Landslide 1/6 Ramesh's girlfriend opens a food bank in Lenzie, but she has got competition.	07:00 North by Northamptonshire—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 A storm is gathering in the town, and Esther has a big question for Ken and Keith. 07:30 Alone—Series 1, Birthday Drinks 6/6 Mitch's birthday is coming and he's trying to avoid any fuss. Stars Angus Deayton.	07:00 Minor Adjustment—Foetal Attraction 6/6 Sarah wants another child. Richard fancies a holiday... 07:30 Ashley Blaker's Goyish Guide To Judaism—Episode 1 1/2 Stand-up comedy special from Britain's only ultra-Orthodox Jewish comedian.	07:30 Kenneth Williams - Just Williams—Fluent and Funny 7/10 1966-1967: Round the Horne comes on air, more films and hosting on TV. 07:50 Leonard Rossiter - In a Nutshell—Einstein Watch Maker Musings on technological advances in society as seen in the humble wristwatch. From 1981.	07:15 John Banville - De Rerum Natura When you see dancers and acrobats in your overgrown garden, is it a sign of senility? 07:30 Kerry's List—Series 2, Death 1/6 Death, potty training and mouse termination make for very unwelcome bedfellows.
08:00	08:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 3, The Greyhound Track 18/20 Sid has a sneaky plan to get the Lad evicted from his mansion. 08:30 The Marx Brothers' Flywheel, Shyster and Flywheel—Series 3, Episode 2 2/6 An escaped murderer is after the shady lawyer.	08:00 As Time Goes By—Series 2, Episode 6 6/6 Jean expands her business and Lionel hears unexpected news from America. 08:30 The Men from the Ministry—Postal Disorder The Post Office must boost business. Can the bungling duo deliver?	08:00 The Navy Lark—Series 3, The Efficiency Expert 14/20 Another collision convinces Povey that the Admiralty needs to sort out HMS Troutbridge. 08:30 Round the Horne—Series 2, Episode 7 7/13 It's a special musical comedy extravaganza - 'Dr McKinlay's Scrapbook'.	08:00 J Kingston Platt's Showbiz Handbook—An 'Ep' in the Country 8/10 The showbiz survivor finds himself the stooge in some spin for a popular TV soap actress. 08:30 The Goon Show—Series 6, The Great Tuscan Salami Scandal 23/27 A meaty mystery for Neddie Seagoon, minus striking musicians.	08:00 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 7, Episode 5 5/13 The history of transport, and Prof Prune's adventures continue as he hunts for a lost city 08:30 Marking Monkhouse—Mixed Doubles Fun and games in SW19 from the pens of Monkhouse and Goodwin. Stars Cyril Fletcher.	08:00 Here's the Thing—Mickey Rourke, John Turturro and Viggo Mortensen Alec Baldwin delves into the lives of three celebrated actors.	08:00 Ray's a Laugh—From 02/01/1959 A clerical error means Ted thinks his bachelor days have returned. 08:30 Take It From Here—From 24/01/1956 Jim woos June with brass band music, and should Eth dump Ron?
09:00	09:00 Quote... Unquote—19/08/2013 Guests this week are Jenni Murray, Matt Barbet, David Wood and Katharine Whitehorn. 09:30 Bangers and Mash—Episode 5 5/6 Juan Jose's declaration of love has thrown Martina into confusion.	09:00 The News Quiz Extra—Series 23, Episode 8 8/8 Extended edition of the satirical review of the week's news chaired by Miles Jupp. 09:45 Crème de la Crime—Series 2, The Spy Who Laughed Me 4/4 Michael Feydeau and David Pershore probe a case of treason back in 1945.	09:00 Foul Play—Series 3, Commercial Death 5/6 Crime writers John Harvey and Val McDermid tackle a radio DJ's death. 09:30 The 27-Year Itch—The 28th Anniversary Dorothy and Edward's children return for the anniversary celebration. From 1979.	09:00 Funny You Should Ask—From 20/08/1979 Peter Jones tests three experts in comedy - Barry Cryer, Sid Colin and John Junkin. 09:30 Alison and Maud—Series 1, The Unmentionable 5/6 A nasty moment for Bernard - or is the landladies' daddy only joking?	09:00 The Motion Show—Series 4, Episode 3 3/6 Marcus Brigstocke, Steve Punt, Stuart Maconie and Jenny Eclair debate to win. 09:30 Chambers—Series 3, Rent Arrears 1/4 Ruth fakes a family for a client and John Fuller-Carp fiddles the books.	09:00 Listening to Les Dawson Ray Peacock celebrates Les Dawson with special guests and rare archive programmes.	09:00 The Stopping Places by Damian Le Bas (Omnibus) Damian Le Bas sets out on a journey to discover his traveller family's past.
10:00	10:00 Classic Serial—Arnold Bennett - The Grand Babylon Hotel, Episode 1 1/2 An American tycoon buys a hotel and is cast into a world of Edwardian espionage and murder	10:00 Classic Serial—Arnold Bennett - The Grand Babylon Hotel, Episode 2 2/2 The American tycoon is thrown into a world of intrigue, espionage and murder.	10:00 Home Front - Omnibus—5-9 March 1918 (Season 13 start) Set in the week in 1918 when the Northern Lights aided a deadly air raid on the South East	10:00 Home Front - Omnibus—12-16 March 1918 Set in the week in 1918 when the Times published details for women registering to vote.	10:00 Home Front - Omnibus—19-23 March 1918 Set in Folkestone, in the week in 1918 when the greatest German offensive began.		10:10 The Listening Project—Charlie and Chaz - When I'm Cleaning Windows Fi Glover introduces a father and daughter talking about cleaning windows for a living. (R) 10:15 Desert Island Discs Revisited—The Critical Eye, Blanche Marvin From Heitor Villa-Lobos to Wagner, the theatre critic shares her castaway choices.
11:00	11:00 Margaret Bonham - The Casino—The Professor's Daughter 5/5 Four-year-old Britta and her fearful imagination cause embarrassment for Miss Jenner. 11:15 Drama on 4—William Trevor - The Hill Bachelors Paulie must choose between marrying his long-time love or caring for his widowed mother.	11:00 Food Chains—Chocolate for Later 1/3 By Helen Dunmore. Marion is used to long-haul flights, but never gets used to the food. 11:15 Julie Enfield Investigates—Julie Enfield Investigates - Murder West One, 1. A Cure for Death 1/4 The detective faces a medical mystery behind the discovery of a dumped body.	11:00 Food Chains—Reunited 2/3 By Edson Burton. Bandele chooses death over enslavement. But the gods do not let him go. 11:15 Julie Enfield Investigates—Julie Enfield Investigates - Murder West One, 2. The Art of the Matter 2/4 The detective superintendent faces a cunning scam and a missing masterpiece.	11:00 Food Chains—An Open Letter to Bees 3/3 By Helen Cross. The female Alpha-Eaters of the Kingdom want the bees to come back. 11:15 Julie Enfield Investigates—Julie Enfield Investigates - Murder West One, 3. Five Star Killing 3/4 The detective heads to a glitzy London hotel, where a woman is found dead.	11:00 Podcast Radio Hour—Mark Billingham: Two Crime Writers and a Microphone, and The Story Collider Crime writer Mark Billingham joins Peter McHugh to recommend his favourite podcasts.		11:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Series 7, Shocks and Surprises 1/9 Catherine Burns introduces tales of people taken by surprise by discoveries and events.
12:00	12:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 3, The Greyhound Track 18/20 Sid has a sneaky plan to get the Lad evicted from his mansion. 12:30 The Marx Brothers' Flywheel, Shyster and Flywheel—Series 3, Episode 2 2/6 An escaped murderer is after the shady lawyer.	12:00 As Time Goes By—Series 2, Episode 6 6/6 Jean expands her business and Lionel hears unexpected news from America. 12:30 The Men from the Ministry—Postal Disorder The Post Office must boost business. Can the bungling duo deliver?	12:00 The Navy Lark—Series 3, The Efficiency Expert 14/20 Another collision convinces Povey that the Admiralty needs to sort out HMS Troutbridge. 12:30 Round the Horne—Series 2, Episode 7 7/13 It's a special musical comedy extravaganza - 'Dr McKinlay's Scrapbook'.	12:00 J Kingston Platt's Showbiz Handbook—An 'Ep' in the Country 8/10 The showbiz survivor finds himself the stooge in some spin for a popular TV soap actress. 12:30 The Goon Show—Series 6, The Great Tuscan Salami Scandal 23/27 A meaty mystery for Neddie Seagoon, minus striking musicians.	12:00 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 7, Episode 5 5/13 The history of transport, and Prof Prune's adventures continue as he hunts for a lost city 12:30 Marking Monkhouse—Mixed Doubles Fun and games in SW19 from the pens of Monkhouse and Goodwin. Stars Cyril Fletcher.	12:00 Second Thoughts—Series 1, 1. Found and Lost 1/10 The battles of divorcees Bill and Faith to forge a relationship. Stars Lynda Bellingham. 12:30 King Street Junior—Series 10, Proposals 1/6 A new school year brings campaigning teachers, and congratulations may be in order.	12:00 Ray's a Laugh—From 02/01/1959 A clerical error means Ted thinks his bachelor days have returned. 12:30 Take It From Here—From 24/01/1956 Jim woos June with brass band music, and should Eth dump Ron?
13:00	13:00 The Candle of Darkness—1. The Kind Man 1/6 Steve Gardiner arrives in a Scottish seaside resort under threat from a serial killer. 13:30 Be My Guest—Patrick Cargill The TV sitcom star offers highlights of his acting career and some favourite songs.	13:00 The Candle of Darkness—2. The Voice 2/6 Steve Gardiner is drawn into the search for seaside serial killer dubbed 'The Kind Man'. 13:30 The Balancing Bluebottle Story of the film pioneer making natural history films in his back garden.	13:00 The Candle of Darkness—3. The Ally 3/6 Despite suspicious locals, Steve makes a useful ally in his hunt for 'The Kind Man'. 13:30 The Manuscript Hunter Profile of Thomas Staley, who has bought the archives of UK writers for a Texas university	13:00 The Candle of Darkness—4. The Latest Victim 4/6 Steve Gardiner witnesses the latest deadly attack and hears the victim's dying words. 13:30 Smash Hit of 1453 Rainer Hersch investigates the catchiest song in the 15th century and its revival today.	13:00 The Candle of Darkness—5. The Angry Mob 5/6 An angry mob turns on Jimmy as Delia implicates him. 13:30 The Doll's House A peek inside the miniature world of the doll's house which enchants children and adults.	13:00 Lucy Catherine - Gudrun—Series 4 (Omnibus), Episode 2 2/2 Gudrun and Marlas arrive in Constantinople, where unrest is bubbling beneath the surface.	13:00 James Payne - Aonach Hourn (Omnibus) An avalanche took the children of Rosscoille. Now one of the missing has returned.
14:00	14:00 F Scott Fitzgerald - The Diamond as Big as the Ritz—Episode 1 1/5 After becoming friends with Percy Washington at school, John Unger is embroiled in secret. 14:15 On Your Bike—Cycling Soldiers 6/10 How the bicycle was used in war, when thousands signed up to join cyclist battalions. 14:30 15 Minute Drama—James Payne - Aonach Hourn, Episode 1 1/5 Eight years ago an avalanche took the children of Rosscoille. Now one of them has returned 14:45 Book of the Week—Peter Stothard - Alexandria: The Last Nights of Cleopatra, Episode 1 1/5 The remarkable story behind the only fragment of parchment to bear Cleopatra's signature.	14:00 F Scott Fitzgerald - The Diamond as Big as the Ritz—Episode 2 2/5 John Unger discovers the extraordinary origins of Percy Washington's family wealth. 14:15 On Your Bike—Between the Wars 7/10 How mass produced bicycles brought freedom of the road to the working classes in the 1930s 14:30 15 Minute Drama—James Payne - Aonach Hourn, Episode 2 2/5 The village of Rosscoille is struggling with Cormick's impossible discovery. 14:45 Book of the Week—Peter Stothard - Alexandria: The Last Nights of Cleopatra, Episode 2 2/5 Peter traces his interest in Cleopatra by looking himself up in the Alexandria library.	14:00 F Scott Fitzgerald - The Diamond as Big as the Ritz—Episode 3 3/5 John Unger discovers the secret that protects Washington family's incredible wealth. 14:15 On Your Bike—Frugal Years 8/10 How the bicycle thrived during wartime, leading to a golden age of cycling in the 1950s. 14:30 15 Minute Drama—James Payne - Aonach Hourn, Episode 3 3/5 When Cormick attempts to access money from the disaster fund, Thomas smells a rat. 14:45 Book of the Week—Peter Stothard - Alexandria: The Last Nights of Cleopatra, Episode 3 3/5 A meal with the author's friends Mahmoud and Socratis takes a bizarre conversational turn.	14:00 F Scott Fitzgerald - The Diamond as Big as the Ritz—Episode 4 4/5 John wants to elope with Kismine. Can he escape the fate of all visitors to Percy's home? 14:15 On Your Bike—Rise and Fall 9/10 How increasing prosperity and car ownership challenged the bicycle's popularity in the 60s 14:30 15 Minute Drama—James Payne - Aonach Hourn, Episode 4 4/5 With Sally gone, Thomas wants answers and he forces Cormick to admit the truth. 14:45 Book of the Week—Peter Stothard - Alexandria: The Last Nights of Cleopatra, Episode 4 4/5 A visit to a carpet shop and a history lesson, both ancient and modern.	14:00 F Scott Fitzgerald - The Diamond as Big as the Ritz—Episode 5 5/5 Can John and Kismine escape as Percy's hidden family estate falls under attack? 14:15 On Your Bike—Renaissance 10/10 How innovations in design and changing social tastes mean the bike is back in fashion. 14:30 15 Minute Drama—James Payne - Aonach Hourn, Episode 5 5/5 The police catch up with Cormick, but another discovery is made on Aonach Hourn. 14:45 Book of the Week—Peter Stothard - Alexandria: The Last Nights of Cleopatra, Episode 5 5/5 The author recalls seeing Elizabeth Taylor in the 1963 film Cleopatra.	14:10 Inheritance Tracks—Robert Peston The TV journalist chooses music by Beethoven and Paul Simon. 14:15 Sounds Natural—Barbara Mullen The actress shares her delight in wildlife with Derek Jones. 14:45 The Fosdyke Saga—7. Tripe and Appeasement 'Jos, you've been hitting him with that shovel for a week'.	14:15 John Banville - De Rerum Natura When you see dancers and acrobats in your overgrown garden, is it a sign of senility? 14:30 Future Home of the Living God by Louise Erdrich (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 With the world in crisis as evolution goes into reverse, Cedar tries to find her mother.
15:00	15:00 Classic Serial—Arnold Bennett - The Grand Babylon Hotel, Episode 1 1/2 An American tycoon buys a hotel and is cast into a world of Edwardian espionage and murder	15:00 Classic Serial—Arnold Bennett - The Grand Babylon Hotel, Episode 2 2/2 The American tycoon is thrown into a world of intrigue, espionage and murder.	15:00 Home Front - Omnibus—5-9 March 1918 (Season 13 start) Set in the week in 1918 when the Northern Lights aided a deadly air raid on the South East	15:00 Home Front - Omnibus—12-16 March 1918 Set in the week in 1918 when the Times published details for women registering to vote.	15:00 Home Front - Omnibus—19-23 March 1918 Set in Folkestone, in the week in 1918 when the greatest German offensive began.	15:00 Here's the Thing—Mickey Rourke, John Turturro and Viggo Mortensen Alec Baldwin delves into the lives of three celebrated actors.	15:45 Stuntz—Series 1, 3. Celebrities 3/4 Steve Punt examines characters and competitions in the guide to great advertising stunts.
16:00	16:00 Quote... Unquote—19/08/2013 Guests this week are Jenni Murray, Matt Barbet, David Wood and Katharine Whitehorn. 16:30 Bangers and Mash—Episode 5 5/6 Juan Jose's declaration of love has thrown Martina into confusion.	16:00 The Museum of Curiosity—Series 3, Episode 3 3/6 John Lloyd invites Kevin Eldon, John Ronson and Richard Wiseman to add to the collection. 16:30 King Street Junior—Series 10, Proposals 1/6 A new school year brings campaigning teachers, and congratulations may be in order.	16:00 Foul Play—Series 3, Commercial Death 5/6 Crime writers John Harvey and Val McDermid tackle a radio DJ's death. 16:30 The 27-Year Itch—The 28th Anniversary Dorothy and Edward's children return for the anniversary celebration. From 1979.	16:00 Funny You Should Ask—From 20/08/1979 Peter Jones tests three experts in comedy - Barry Cryer, Sid Colin and John Junkin. 16:30 Alison and Maud—Series 1, The Unmentionable 5/6 A nasty moment for Bernard - or is the landladies' daddy only joking?	16:00 The Motion Show—Series 4, Episode 3 3/6 Marcus Brigstocke, Steve Punt, Stuart Maconie and Jenny Eclair debate to win. 16:30 Chambers—Series 3, Rent Arrears 1/4 Ruth fakes a family for a client and John Fuller-Carp fiddles the books.	16:00 Whodunnits—Inspector Alleyn - Death and the Dancing Footman Chief Inspector Roderick Alleyn probes a murder at an extravagant house party.	16:00 Elizabeth Taylor - In a Summer Season 1950s - when wealthy widow Kate weds a younger man the community wonders if it will last.
17:00	17:00 Winston—Winston in Europe, Coping With Urges 4/6 Rosie fancies a dishy French estate agent, but Nancy reckons she saw him first. 17:30 Just a Minute—Series 81, Episode 3 3/6 Nicholas Parsons and guests return for the 81st series of the iconic panel show.	17:00 Second Thoughts—Series 1, 1. Found and Lost 1/10 The battles of divorcees Bill and Faith to forge a relationship. Stars Lynda Bellingham. 17:30 Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones!—Series 3, The Decluttererer 6/6 Sort out your life and sign up for the Milton Declutterering Method!	17:00 The Leopard in Autumn—Series 2, Confessions 5/6 Salvatore is hell bent on making his family take confession, and covering up the cherubs. 17:30 Fags, Mags and Bags—Series 6, Chickpea Landslide 1/6 Ramesh's girlfriend opens a food bank in Lenzie, but she has got competition.	17:00 North by Northamptonshire—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 A storm is gathering in the town, and Esther has a big question for Ken and Keith. 17:30 Alone—Series 1, Birthday Drinks 6/6 Mitch's birthday is coming and he's trying to avoid any fuss. Stars Angus Deayton.	17:00 Minor Adjustment—Foetal Attraction 6/6 Sarah wants another child. Richard fancies a holiday... 17:30 Ashley Blaker's Goyish Guide To Judaism—Episode 1 1/2 Stand-up comedy special from Britain's only ultra-Orthodox Jewish comedian.	17:30 Kenneth Williams - Just Williams—Fluent and Funny 7/10 1966-1967: Round the Horne comes on air, more films and hosting on TV. 17:50 Leonard Rossiter - In a Nutshell—Einstein Watch Maker Musings on technological advances in society as seen in the humble wristwatch. From 1981.	17:00 Poetry Extra—The Namer of Clouds Daljit Nagra selects a poem about Luke Howard, who named the clouds and inspired Romantics 17:30 Kerry's List—Series 2, Death 1/6 Death, potty training and mouse termination make for very unwelcome bedfellows.
18:00	18:00 Playing With Fire by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle A Frenchman joins a group of friends at a séance - and conducts a dangerous experiment. 18:15 RD Wingfield—The Cellar Behind a bricked-up entrance lurks a suspenseful tale of horror below stairs. 18:30 Bookclub at 20—Sebastian Faulks on Arundhati Roy's The God of Small Things 1/5 Sebastian Faulks talks about being Bookclub's first ever author in 1998.	18:00 Philip Levene - The Invader Edmund Stanway is a sensitive man, until he is forced into committing a terrible act. 18:15 The Strange and The Sinister by William Croft Dickinson—1. The Sweet Singers A trip to a university golfing competition has unusual consequences for two professors. 18:30 Bookclub at 20—Naomi Alderman on Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 2/5 Naomi Alderman discusses her own appearance on Bookclub and her favourite from the archive	18:00 Rosemary Timperley - The Dare Game A chance meeting of old school friends revives memories of a very dangerous game. 18:15 The Strange and The Sinister by William Croft Dickinson—2. Let the Dead Bury Their Dead Will an archaeologist heed the warnings of a local man or continue a dangerous excavation? 18:30 Bookclub at 20—David Nicholls on Alan Hollinghurst's The Line of Beauty 3/5 David Nicholls remembers appearing on Bookclub with his book One Day.	18:00 No 17 by E. Nesbit What is going on in room 17 of a provincial hotel? 18:15 The Strange and The Sinister by William Croft Dickinson—3. Return at Dusk Can a soldier overcome a terrible fear - not of battle, but of a terrifying visitor? 18:30 Bookclub at 20—Lionel Shriver on Matthew Kneale's English Passengers 4/5 Lionel Shriver remembers appearing on Bookclub with her novel We Need to Talk About Kevin.	18:00 Ted Willis - And No Birds Sing Philip is quietly reading at home, but a knock on his door may change his life forever. 18:15 The Strange and The Sinister by William Croft Dickinson—4. The Work of Evil Can a sceptical academic resist reading a book that curses anyone that dares open it? 18:30 Bookclub at 20—Elif Shafak on Toni Morrison's Beloved 5/5 Elif Shafak introduces her own favourite programme from the Bookclub archive.	18:00 The Zone—Episode 1 1/2 Trevor Preston's sci-fi crime thriller set in a world where blood is currency. 18:45 Roald Dahl—The Man from the South Win a car or lose a finger - what will be the result of an old man's bizarre bet?	18:00 Ray Bradbury's Tales of the Bizarre—Series 2, The Wind 4/6 A man fears for his friend, who claims he is being pursued by winds out to exact revenge. 18:30 The Female Ghost—The Demon Lover by Elizabeth Bowen 4/4 Mrs Drover returns to her old London house to find a letter waiting.
19:00	19:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 3, The Greyhound Track 18/20 Sid has a sneaky plan to get the Lad evicted from his mansion. 19:30 The Marx Brothers' Flywheel, Shyster and Flywheel—Series 3, Episode 2 2/6 An escaped murderer is after the shady lawyer.	19:00 As Time Goes By—Series 2, Episode 6 6/6 Jean expands her business and Lionel hears unexpected news from America. 19:30 The Men from the Ministry—Postal Disorder The Post Office must boost business. Can the bungling duo deliver?	19:00 The Navy Lark—Series 3, The Efficiency Expert 14/20 Another collision convinces Povey that the Admiralty needs to sort out HMS Troutbridge. 19:30 Round the Horne—Series 2, Episode 7 7/13 It's a special musical comedy extravaganza - 'Dr McKinlay's Scrapbook'.	19:00 J Kingston Platt's Showbiz Handbook—An 'Ep' in the Country 8/10 The showbiz survivor finds himself the stooge in some spin for a popular TV soap actress. 19:30 The Goon Show—Series 6, The Great Tuscan Salami Scandal 23/27 A meaty mystery for Neddie Seagoon, minus striking musicians.	19:00 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 7, Episode 5 5/13 The history of transport, and Prof Prune's adventures continue as he hunts for a lost city 19:30 Marking Monkhouse—Mixed Doubles Fun and games in SW19 from the pens of Monkhouse and Goodwin. Stars Cyril Fletcher.	19:00 Listening to Les Dawson Ray Peacock celebrates Les Dawson with special guests and rare archive programmes.	19:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Series 7, Shocks and Surprises 1/9 Catherine Burns introduces tales of people taken by surprise by discoveries and events.
20:00	20:00 The Candle of Darkness—1. The Kind Man 1/6 Steve Gardiner arrives in a Scottish seaside resort under threat from a serial killer. 20:30 Be My Guest—Patrick Cargill The TV sitcom star offers highlights of his acting career and some favourite songs.	20:00 The Candle of Darkness—2. The Voice 2/6 Steve Gardiner is drawn into the search for seaside serial killer dubbed 'The Kind Man'. 20:30 The Balancing Bluebottle Story of the film pioneer making natural history films in his back garden.	20:00 The Candle of Darkness—3. The Ally 3/6 Despite suspicious locals, Steve makes a useful ally in his hunt for 'The Kind Man'. 20:30 The Manuscript Hunter Profile of Thomas Staley, who has bought the archives of UK writers for a Texas university	20:00 The Candle of Darkness—4. The Latest Victim 4/6 Steve Gardiner witnesses the latest deadly attack and hears the victim's dying words. 20:30 Smash Hit of 1453 Rainer Hersch investigates the catchiest song in the 15th century and its revival today.	20:00 The Candle of Darkness—5. The Angry Mob 5/6 An angry mob turns on Jimmy as Delia implicates him. 20:30 The Doll's House A peek inside the miniature world of the doll's house which enchants children and adults.		20:00 Margaret Atwood - The Handmaid's Tale (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 A tale of future female subjugation in 21st-century America.
21:00	21:00 Margaret Bonham - The Casino—The Professor's Daughter 5/5 Four-year-old Britta and her fearful imagination cause embarrassment for Miss Jenner. 21:15 Drama on 4—William Trevor - The Hill Bachelors Paulie must choose between marrying his long-time love or caring for his widowed mother.	21:00 Food Chains—Chocolate for Later 1/3 By Helen Dunmore. Marion is used to long-haul flights, but never gets used to the food. 21:15 Julie Enfield Investigates—Julie Enfield Investigates - Murder West One, 1. A Cure for Death 1/4 The detective faces a medical mystery behind the discovery of a dumped body.	21:00 Food Chains—Reunited 2/3 By Edson Burton. Bandele chooses death over enslavement. But the gods do not let him go. 21:15 Julie Enfield Investigates—Julie Enfield Investigates - Murder West One, 2. The Art of the Matter 2/4 The detective superintendent faces a cunning scam and a missing masterpiece.	21:00 Food Chains—An Open Letter to Bees 3/3 By Helen Cross. The female Alpha-Eaters of the Kingdom want the bees to come back. 21:15 Julie Enfield Investigates—Julie Enfield Investigates - Murder West One, 3. Five Star Killing 3/4 The detective heads to a glitzy London hotel, where a woman is found dead.	21:00 Podcast Radio Hour—Mark Billingham: Two Crime Writers and a Microphone, and The Story Collider Crime writer Mark Billingham joins Peter McHugh to recommend his favourite podcasts.		21:10 The Listening Project—Charlie and Chaz - When I'm Cleaning Windows Fi Glover introduces a father and daughter talking about cleaning windows for a living. (R) 21:15 Desert Island Discs Revisited—The Critical Eye, Blanche Marvin From Heitor Villa-Lobos to Wagner, the theatre critic shares her castaway choices.
22:00	22:00 Just a Minute—Series 81, Episode 3 3/6 Nicholas Parsons and guests return for the 81st series of the iconic panel show. 22:30 The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy—The Tertiary Phase, Fit the Eighteenth 6/6 Can Arthur save his friends from the Krikkit robots by playing with a straight bat?	22:00 Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones!—Series 3, The Decluttererer 6/6 Sort out your life and sign up for the Milton Declutterering Method! 22:30 Buy Me Up TV—Series 1, Episode 2 2/4 Ruth Madoc ruffles some presenter feathers on the TV shopping channel. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Felicity Ward 1/2 Rob Deering is joined by Aussie comedian Felicity Ward.	22:00 Fags, Mags and Bags—Series 6, Chickpea Landslide 1/6 Ramesh's girlfriend opens a food bank in Lenzie, but she has got competition. 22:30 The Secret World—Series 4, Episode 2 2/6 Jon Culshaw and Debra Stephenson explore the bizarre private lives of famous folk.	22:00 Alone—Series 1, Birthday Drinks 6/6 Mitch's birthday is coming and he's trying to avoid any fuss. Stars Angus Deayton. 22:30 Newsjack—Newsjack Unplugged, Series 1, Episode 1 1/9 Brand new short-form show from the same team behind the long-running Newsjack. 22:45 I, Regress—Series 1, Episode 2 2/6 Robin Hood (no relation) comes to Dr Matt Berry with a fear of spiders. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Felicity Ward 2/2 Rob Deering is joined by Aussie comedian Felicity Ward.	22:00 Ashley Blaker's Goyish Guide To Judaism—Episode 1 1/2 Stand-up comedy special from Britain's only ultra-Orthodox Jewish comedian. 22:30 Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair—Series 1, Carol Goes Swimming 2/6 Lorraine Ashbourne is Carol, in Jenny Eclair's story about a lifesaving friendship. 22:45 Nurse—Series 1, Episode 2 2/6 The funny, sad and bewildering interactions of a community psychiatric nurse's rounds. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Tom Basden 1/3 Arthur Smith is joined by Tom Basden.	22:00 Colin Hoult's Carnival of Monsters—Series 2, Episode 1 1/4 Wannabe Hollywood screenwriter Andy Parker and forgotten silver screen star Anna Mann. 22:30 Will Smith Presents the Tao of Bergerac—1. Justice 1/4 The Bergerac obsessive's guiding force is a tape of the ancient Chinese text of the Tao. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Tom Basden 2/3 Arthur Smith is joined by Tom Basden.	22:00 Kerry's List—Series 2, Death 1/6 Death, potty training and mouse termination make for very unwelcome bedfellows. 22:30 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 1, Holby City 3/6 The author needs a new roof, so his agent sorts him a pitch to write for TV. From 2005. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Tom Basden 3/3 Arthur Smith is joined by Tom Basden.
23:00	23:00 The News Quiz Extra—Series 23, Episode 8 8/8 Extended edition of the satirical review of the week's news chaired by Miles Jupp. 23:45 Crème de la Crime—Series 2, The Spy Who Laughed Me 4/4 Michael Feydeau and David Pershore probe a case of treason back in 1945.	23:00 Elvenquest—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 Sam is getting wed to Eirwen, while Lord Darkness and Kreech try for a baby. 23:30 The Harpoon—Series 1, Episode 1 1/4 The nostalgic spiffing spoof of adventure story papers for boys.	23:00 Tim FitzHigham: The Gambler—Series 1, Episode 2 2/4 Adventuring comedian Tim FitzHigham recreates a 19th-century feat of cheeseboard throwing. 23:30 The Masterson Inheritance—Series 2, Beware the Ides of Masterson 1/6 Ancient Rome provides the setting for a story of intrigue, terror, tyrants and togas.	23:00 Life: An Idiot's Guide—Series 3, Multiculturalism 1/6 Stephen K Amos and his comedy friends compile an idiot's guide to multiculturalism. 23:30 Bleak Expectations—Series 4, A Now Spoiled Life Smashed Some More 2/6 Pip and Harry try to rescue Ripely, only to find evil Mister Benevolent got there first.	23:00 Spike Milligan - Adolf Hitler: My Part in His Downfall—Episode 8 8/8 The troops endure a troublesome sea journey before arriving at Algiers. 23:30 Innes Own World—Episode 1 1/4 Neil Innes ruminates wryly on the nature of civilisation.	23:00 The Mark Steel Solution—Series 3, Immigration 4/4 The radical comedian proposes deportation for everyone born in England. 23:30 The Skivers—Series 1, Rodney Bewes 4/5 Fathers' Mastermind, and a new-style triathlon. With guest Rodney Bewes.	23:00 Clare in the Community—Series 2, Relax 2/6 Brian is out to surprise the social worker on holiday. 23:30 Radio Shuttleworth—Series 2, Richard Whiteley 2/6 The Sheffield singer hosts a special edition of Countdown with Richard Whiteley.

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