Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 18 - 24 November 2019

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00:00	00:00 Nightfall—Series 2, 4. Welcome to Homerville by Allan Guttman & Don Dickinson 4/5 RC horrifies fellow truckers when they learn he’s bound for Homerville. 00:30 Ray Bradbury's Tales of the Bizarre—Series 1, I Sing the Body Electric 5/6 When a mother dies, she is replaced by a Mark V 110-volt AC/DC Electrical Grandmother.	00:00 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The World in Peril, Episode 11 11/20 Captain Jet Morgan and his crew explore the asteroid in Paddy's absence. 00:30 A Good Read—Robyn Karney and Huw Stephens Robyn Karney, Huw Stephens and Sue MacGregor discuss their favourite books.	00:00 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The World in Peril, Episode 12 12/20 Jet and Lemmy ignore sinister audio warnings as they approach the centre of the asteroid. 00:30 Sounds Natural—Derek Waring Actor Derek Waring shares his love of wildlife with Derek Jones.	00:00 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The World in Peril, Episode 13 13/20 As the asteroid ship flounders, Mitch and Lemmy make a shocking discovery. 00:30 Musical Legends—Gerry Marsden Gerry Marsden, creator of Ferry Cross the Mersey, talks about his life in music.	00:00 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The World in Peril, Episode 14 14/20 Jack Evans reveals the Martians' Earth invasion plans to Lemmy and Mitch. 00:30 Great Lives—Sir David Chipperfield on Le Corbusier The architect Sir David Chipperfield chooses Le Corbusier.	00:00 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The World in Peril, Episode 15 15/20 Stranded on the surface of the asteroid, Jet and Doc fight desperately to be rescued. 00:30 Off the Page—Flirting Peggy Reynolds, Margi Clarke and Martin Newell discuss the art of flirting.	00:00 Honore de Balzac - The Mysterious Mansion Balzac uncovers the grisly tale that lies behind the ruins of La Grande Breteche.
01:00	01:00 The Ice Wife (Omnibus) Filmmaker Jen travels to an Antarctic base where tensions already high.	01:00 Destination - Fire!—Series 1, 8. Cause for Alarm 8/10 Fire investigator 'Q' Barnaby probes a blaze in a hardware store. 01:30 Peggy Seeger: In Her Prime Returning to live in Britain, Peggy Seeger reflects on a life full of family and music.	01:00 Destination - Fire!—Series 1, 10. Frozen Alibi 10/10 Fire investigator 'Q' Barnaby probes whether an office blaze was arson... 01:30 Payola, the Pluggers and The Father of Rock and Roll Nick Barraclough tells the story of Alan Freed and the Payola Scandal.	01:00 Whodunnits—Paul Temple and the Jonathan Mystery, 1. The Fergusons 1/8 After meeting the parents of a student on a plane, the sleuth must investigate his murder. 01:30 Good In Vestments The surprising history of church vestments is revealed by the Rev. Richard Coles	01:00 Whodunnits—Paul Temple and the Jonathan Mystery, 2. That Good Old Intuition 2/8 Investigating a student’s 'murder', Paul Temple wonders if he’s really dead. 01:30 Spitting In Russian Roger Law of Spitting Image heads to Russia on a quest to find puppeteers	01:00 Whodunnits—Paul Temple and the Jonathan Mystery, 3. The Ring 3/8 The suave sleuth meets a murder suspect - but is she aware of a vital clue? 01:30 Green Ears Professor Trevor Cox explores the world of sonic design applied to our outdoor spaces	01:00 Life Lines—Series 3 (Omnibus) A man is intent on taking his own life. Can the emergency services get to him in time?
02:00	02:15 Richard Cutler - A North East Wind Andrei has been reclusive since retiring, but discovers a new love of life. 02:30 Bog Child (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 On the Northern Irish border, cutting peat in the bog, Fergus finds a body.	02:00 Truman Capote - Breakfast at Tiffany's—Episode 1 1/10 The vivid tale of a New York writer and captivating 1940s girl-about-town Holly Golightly. 02:15 Following the Martian Invasion—'The Chances Against Anything Manlike on Mars Are a Million to One' 1/5 Francis Spufford follows the impact of HG Wells' all-conquering Martian war machines. 02:30 Breathing Underwater by Bryony Lavery—1. Diver 1/5 A female diver is set to explore a Tudor shipwreck, but there's a bumpy start. 02:45 Book of the Week—Cédric Villani - Birth of a Theorem, The Most Beautiful Equation in The World 1/5 Rock-star mathematician Cédric Villani's magical mystery tour through the world of maths	02:00 Truman Capote - Breakfast at Tiffany's—Episode 2 2/10 Young writer Paul Varjak gets to know girl-about-town Holly Golightly in 1940s New York. 02:15 Following the Martian Invasion—'A Remarkable Story from Woking' 2/5 Francis Spufford follows the impact of HG Wells' all conquering Martian war machines. 02:30 Breathing Underwater by Bryony Lavery—2. Memories... 2/5 Simon Murray must swallow his pride. 02:45 Book of the Week—Cédric Villani - Birth of a Theorem, Landau damping - the cold, unattainable beauty. 2/5 Rock-star mathematician Cédric Villani's magical mystery tour through the world of maths	02:00 Truman Capote - Breakfast at Tiffany's—Episode 3 3/10 Fred upsets girl-about-town Holly, while a man from her past arrives in New York. 02:15 Following the Martian Invasion—The Destruction of Shepperton and the Exodus from London 3/5 The inexorable progress of the tripods meets an organised military response at Shepperton. 02:30 Breathing Underwater by Bryony Lavery—3. Stranger 3/5 Sennen is troubled by the shipwreck, as her relationship with Simon changes. 02:45 Book of the Week—Cédric Villani - Birth of a Theorem, Breakthroughs and Set-backs 3/5 Rock-star mathematician Cédric Villani's magical mystery tour through the world of maths	02:00 Truman Capote - Breakfast at Tiffany's—Episode 4 4/10 Holly Golightly throws a party in New York, where Fred meets the glamorous Mag Wildwood. 02:15 Following the Martian Invasion—'What We Saw from the Ruined House' 4/5 Francis Spufford considers Martian evolution and appearance in an alarming close encounter 02:30 Breathing Underwater by Bryony Lavery—4. Warnings 4/5 Simon opts to dive in spite of weather warnings. 02:45 Book of the Week—Cédric Villani - Birth of a Theorem, Eureka 4/5 Rock-star mathematician Cédric Villani's magical mystery tour through the world of maths	02:00 Truman Capote - Breakfast at Tiffany's—Episode 5 5/10 Budding author Paul gets a job, but is still captivated by girl-about-town Holly Golightly 02:15 Following the Martian Invasion—The Martian Overthrow 5/5 Francis Spufford and guests explore why Wells's tale still resonates. 02:30 Breathing Underwater by Bryony Lavery—5. Revelation 5/5 Simon and Sennen lose contact, and the mystery of Sennen's paternity is revealed. 02:45 Book of the Week—Cédric Villani - Birth of a Theorem, The Fields Medal 5/5 Rock-star mathematician Cédric Villani's magical mystery tour through the world of maths	02:10 Inheritance Tracks—Danny Wallace Danny Wallace chooses Sunshine on Leith by The Proclaimers and Live Forever by Oasis. 02:15 Down Your Way—Glyn Worsnip in the Forest of Dean Glyn Worsnip finds out about some ancient customs in his beloved Forest of Dean.
03:00	03:45 His Master's Voices—5. The First Superstars 5/5 Cerys Matthews and Tris Penna consider the legacy of the UK's first gramophone records.	03:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—The New Men 6/10 Lewis Eliot ends up overseeing a secret wartime project with implications for the world.	03:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—Homecomings 7/10 As the Cold War intensifies, a spy is at large within Britain's nuclear research programme	03:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—The Affair 8/10 Back in Cambridge, a scandal threatens the reputation of Lewis Eliot's old college.	03:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—The Corridors of Power 9/10 Post-war politics throws up surprises for Lewis Eliot, as a rising star enlists his help.	03:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—Corridors of Power - The Choice 10/10 Roger Quaife's political destiny hangs on a Commons debate. What future for Lewis Eliot?	03:00 Archive on 4—Embarrassment Journalist Lynne Truss prepares to cringe as she investigates embarrassment.
04:00	04:00 Marcy Kahan - Victorville Los Angeles, 1940, the most crucial collaboration in the history of cinema took place.	04:00 Just a Minute—Series 63, Episode 4 4/6 Nicholas Parsons challenges Jenny Éclair, Tony Hawks, Richard Herring and Paul Sinha. 04:30 Huddwinks—Series 2, The Curse of the Smollett's Curse! 1/6 Melissa and Compton win a holiday and boldly head to ancient Egypt.	04:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 15, Episode 2 2/6 David Mitchell is joined by Arthur Smith, Jon Richardson, Susan Calman and David O'Doherty 04:30 Kalangadog Junction—Episode 1 1/6 Dr Thomas and Mrs Jane Barrett swap 1950s Manchester for a remote Australian town.	04:00 Many a Slip—From 20/08/1974 Can Roy Plomley's contestants spot the mistakes? 04:30 Mind Your Own Business!—Series 1, The Big Bang 3/6 Jimmy is suspicious when Russell stays late in the office.	04:00 Booked—Series 3, Episode 3 3/6 Ian McMillan chairs the literary quiz with Mark Thomas, Dillie Keane, Roger McGough. 04:30 For Better or for Worse—Series 1, Episode 8 8/8 Iris is proper poorly, but not as poorly as Wilf thinks.	04:00 It's Not What You Know—Series 3, Episode 3 3/6 Miles Jupp hosts the panel show where it's not what but who you know that matters. 04:30 Gush—Episode 6 6/6 Cravate and Pomeroy find themselves on a collision course.	04:00 Dear Countess A turbulent tale of a marriage - with love and tension in equal measure.
05:00	05:00 Poetry Extra—Rites of Passage - Hindu Wedding Daljit Nagra chooses the very best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 05:30 Start/Stop—Series 3, 3. Tinder 3/6 Alice joins a life drawing class but David is jealous.	05:00 Street and Lane—Series 2, Going for Broke 4/4 The Yorkshire builders are warned over a dodgy landlord, and a birth is imminent. 05:30 I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue—Series 72, Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury 1/6 The 72nd series of the multi award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee	05:00 Four Joneses and a Jenkins—December - Sauce for the Goose 2/6 Under the shadow of the Long Mynd, Megan is out to save Gudrun from a plucking. 05:30 Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang-Ups—Series 5, Back on the Chain Gang 1/4 Tom seeks medical advice while Mum fights the good fight on behalf of Sheffield's trees.	05:00 The Change—Series 1, Birth of the Blues 3/6 Transvestite George gets thrilling news - then a bombshell! 05:30 Daliso Chaponda: Citizen of Nowhere—Series 2, Legacy 4/4 Malawian comedian Daliso Chaponda looks at the relationship between the UK and Africa.	05:00 Ballylenon—Series 8, Return of the Native 1/6 Guard Gallagher's unexpected return from America spells trouble. 05:30 Alone—Series 2, The Big Scene 5/6 Is a new romance on the cards for Mitch or can Ellie intervene?	05:00 A Whole 'Nother Story—Series 3, Close But No Cigar 5/6 PJ dumps Cassie - does this mean that Pete and Cassie will finally get together? 05:30 Fred at The Stand—Series 1, MacDonald, Omotayo, Caulfield and Foot 2/6 From Edinburgh - Fred MacAulay with more top comedy talent.	05:30 Reimagining the City—Dublin Writer Joseph O'Connor invites us to re-imagine Dublin.
06:00	06:00 Destination - Fire!—Series 1, 8. Cause for Alarm 8/10 Fire investigator 'Q' Barnaby probes a blaze in a hardware store. 06:30 Peggy Seeger: In Her Prime Returning to live in Britain, Peggy Seeger reflects on a life full of family and music.	06:00 Destination - Fire!—Series 1, 10. Frozen Alibi 10/10 Fire investigator 'Q' Barnaby probes whether an office blaze was arson... 06:30 Payola, the Pluggers and The Father of Rock and Roll Nick Barraclough tells the story of Alan Freed and the Payola Scandal.	06:00 Whodunnits—Paul Temple and the Jonathan Mystery, 1. The Fergusons 1/8 After meeting the parents of a student on a plane, the sleuth must investigate his murder. 06:30 Good In Vestments The surprising history of church vestments is revealed by the Rev. Richard Coles	06:00 Whodunnits—Paul Temple and the Jonathan Mystery, 2. That Good Old Intuition 2/8 Investigating a student’s 'murder', Paul Temple wonders if he’s really dead. 06:30 Spitting In Russian Roger Law of Spitting Image heads to Russia on a quest to find puppeteers	06:00 Whodunnits—Paul Temple and the Jonathan Mystery, 3. The Ring 3/8 The suave sleuth meets a murder suspect - but is she aware of a vital clue? 06:30 Green Ears Professor Trevor Cox explores the world of sonic design applied to our outdoor spaces	06:00 Dear Countess A turbulent tale of a marriage - with love and tension in equal measure.	06:00 Bryony Lavery - Breathing Underwater (Omnibus) Diver Sennen is set to explore a Tudor ship wreck off Cornwall, but there's a bumpy start.
07:00	07:00 Street and Lane—Series 2, Going for Broke 4/4 The Yorkshire builders are warned over a dodgy landlord, and a birth is imminent. 07:30 I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue—Series 72, Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury 1/6 The 72nd series of the multi award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee	07:00 Four Joneses and a Jenkins—December - Sauce for the Goose 2/6 Under the shadow of the Long Mynd, Megan is out to save Gudrun from a plucking. 07:30 Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang-Ups—Series 5, Back on the Chain Gang 1/4 Tom seeks medical advice while Mum fights the good fight on behalf of Sheffield's trees.	07:00 The Change—Series 1, Birth of the Blues 3/6 Transvestite George gets thrilling news - then a bombshell! 07:30 Daliso Chaponda: Citizen of Nowhere—Series 2, Legacy 4/4 Malawian comedian Daliso Chaponda looks at the relationship between the UK and Africa.	07:00 Ballylenon—Series 8, Return of the Native 1/6 Guard Gallagher's unexpected return from America spells trouble. 07:30 Alone—Series 2, The Big Scene 5/6 Is a new romance on the cards for Mitch or can Ellie intervene?	07:00 A Whole 'Nother Story—Series 3, Close But No Cigar 5/6 PJ dumps Cassie - does this mean that Pete and Cassie will finally get together? 07:30 Fred at The Stand—Series 1, MacDonald, Omotayo, Caulfield and Foot 2/6 From Edinburgh - Fred MacAulay with more top comedy talent.	07:30 Reimagining the City—Dublin Writer Joseph O'Connor invites us to re-imagine Dublin.	07:15 David Constantine - In Another Country Tom Courtenay reads David Constantine's masterful story which inspired the film 45 Years 07:30 Start/Stop—Series 3, 4. Cathy's Dad 4/6 Hit comedy about 3 marriages in various states of disrepair. All-star cast.
08:00	08:00 Marriage Lines—Series 1, A Nice Surprise 13/13 Can Kate and George cope with an unexpected arrival? 08:30 Dad's Army—Series 2, A Wilson (Manager) 18/20 Mainwaring is aghast when Wilson comes up in the world.	08:00 The Goon Show—Series 5, The Lost Gold Mine (of Charlotte) 2/24 Neddie's odd meatloaf discovery sparks a trip to America to make his fortune. 08:30 Round the Horne—Series 3, Episode 1 1/20 Kenneth Horne stars in war romp The Plastic Max, and Jules and Sandy bewail their parts.	08:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 2, The Television Set 9/12 The Lad decides it's time to get switched on to TV! 08:30 Listen to Les—From 14/03/1982 Les Dawson with Noah's story, and Cosmo's guide to the study of moths and butterflies.	08:00 The Ken Dodd Show—From 05/07/1964 Doddy's gardening tips from Ivor Lupin - and the world's worst ape-man. 08:30 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 2, Episode 9 9/9 The BBC's secrets are revealed in Auntie's own story.	08:00 The Burkiss Way—Series 3, Not the Burkiss Way 11/15 Learn how to offer family planning for rabbits. 08:30 Something to Shout About—Series 3, Episode 1 1/20 An inspector checks up on team efficiency at the advertising agency. From 1961	08:00 Archive on 4—Embarrassment Journalist Lynne Truss prepares to cringe as she investigates embarrassment.	08:00 ITMA - It's That Man Again—20/4/1944 When the troops ship out, Tommy Handley and pals convert the farm into a boarding house. 08:30 Educating Archie—From 19/10/1951 Tony Hancock, Julie Andrews and Hattie Jacques join Archie Andrews.
09:00	09:00 Just a Minute—Series 63, Episode 4 4/6 Nicholas Parsons challenges Jenny Éclair, Tony Hawks, Richard Herring and Paul Sinha. 09:30 Huddwinks—Series 2, The Curse of the Smollett's Curse! 1/6 Melissa and Compton win a holiday and boldly head to ancient Egypt.	09:00 The Now Show—Series 55, Episode 4 4/7 Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. 09:30 Beachcomber... By the Way—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 JB Morton's whimsies as performed by Richard Ingrams, John Sessions and John Wells.	09:00 Many a Slip—From 20/08/1974 Can Roy Plomley's contestants spot the mistakes? 09:30 Mind Your Own Business!—Series 1, The Big Bang 3/6 Jimmy is suspicious when Russell stays late in the office.	09:00 Booked—Series 3, Episode 3 3/6 Ian McMillan chairs the literary quiz with Mark Thomas, Dillie Keane, Roger McGough. 09:30 For Better or for Worse—Series 1, Episode 8 8/8 Iris is proper poorly, but not as poorly as Wilf thinks.	09:00 It's Not What You Know—Series 3, Episode 3 3/6 Miles Jupp hosts the panel show where it's not what but who you know that matters. 09:30 Gush—Episode 6 6/6 Cravate and Pomeroy find themselves on a collision course.	09:00 Larry Adler - All Mouth Organ A tribute to the virtuoso musician Larry Adler	09:00 George Eliot: A Life in Five Characters (Omnibus) George Eliot's life through five of her characters
10:00	10:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—The New Men 6/10 Lewis Eliot ends up overseeing a secret wartime project with implications for the world.	10:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—Homecomings 7/10 As the Cold War intensifies, a spy is at large within Britain's nuclear research programme	10:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—The Affair 8/10 Back in Cambridge, a scandal threatens the reputation of Lewis Eliot's old college.	10:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—The Corridors of Power 9/10 Post-war politics throws up surprises for Lewis Eliot, as a rising star enlists his help.	10:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—Corridors of Power - The Choice 10/10 Roger Quaife's political destiny hangs on a Commons debate. What future for Lewis Eliot?		10:10 The Listening Project—Jo and Jimmy – Our New Family Fi Glover with a son and his adoptive mother, who's just 11 years older than he is. (R) 10:15 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Legal Eagles, Sir Sydney Kentridge From Flanders and Swann to Mozart, the lawyer shares his castaway choices.
11:00	11:00 The TED Interview—Monica Lewinsky Chris Anderson talks to Monica Lewinsky, who argues for a bully-free world. 11:45 Multi Story Shorts—The Train to Safety Eva shares her childhood memories of arriving in the UK with The Kindertransport.	11:00 Telling Tales—Katy Brand Katy Brand shares her love for Baby Houseman, the screen character who inspired a book.	11:00 When Diane Met Ken—2. Beyond the Warp 2/3 Diane Morgan celebrates the life and work of Ken Campbell	11:00 Stories by Alasdair Gray—Wellbeing 2/5 A homeless writer from Glasgow observes a post-apocalyptic landscape. 11:15 Drama on 4—Hattie Naylor - A Northern Soul Two men settle old scores, 35 years after their involvement in the Northern Soul scene.	11:00 Podcast Radio Hour—No Such Thing As Elis and John No Such Thing As A Fish and Elis James & John Robins chat podcasting with Amanda and Luke.		11:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Series 6, Finding Your Calling Catherine Burns introduces tales of people in America discovering their true vocations. 11:50 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Large Blue The naturalist asks why the large blue butterfly recently died out in the UK.
12:00	12:00 Marriage Lines—Series 1, A Nice Surprise 13/13 Can Kate and George cope with an unexpected arrival? 12:30 Dad's Army—Series 2, A Wilson (Manager) 18/20 Mainwaring is aghast when Wilson comes up in the world.	12:00 The Goon Show—Series 5, The Lost Gold Mine (of Charlotte) 2/24 Neddie's odd meatloaf discovery sparks a trip to America to make his fortune. 12:30 Round the Horne—Series 3, Episode 1 1/20 Kenneth Horne stars in war romp The Plastic Max, and Jules and Sandy bewail their parts.	12:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 2, The Television Set 9/12 The Lad decides it's time to get switched on to TV! 12:30 Listen to Les—From 14/03/1982 Les Dawson with Noah's story, and Cosmo's guide to the study of moths and butterflies.	12:00 The Ken Dodd Show—From 05/07/1964 Doddy's gardening tips from Ivor Lupin - and the world's worst ape-man. 12:30 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 2, Episode 9 9/9 The BBC's secrets are revealed in Auntie's own story.	12:00 The Burkiss Way—Series 3, Not the Burkiss Way 11/15 Learn how to offer family planning for rabbits. 12:30 Something to Shout About—Series 3, Episode 1 1/20 An inspector checks up on team efficiency at the advertising agency. From 1961	12:00 Just a Minute—Series 63, Episode 4 4/6 Nicholas Parsons challenges Jenny Éclair, Tony Hawks, Richard Herring and Paul Sinha. 12:30 Kalangadog Junction—Episode 1 1/6 Dr Thomas and Mrs Jane Barrett swap 1950s Manchester for a remote Australian town.	12:00 ITMA - It's That Man Again—20/4/1944 When the troops ship out, Tommy Handley and pals convert the farm into a boarding house. 12:30 Educating Archie—From 19/10/1951 Tony Hancock, Julie Andrews and Hattie Jacques join Archie Andrews.
13:00	13:00 Destination - Fire!—Series 1, 8. Cause for Alarm 8/10 Fire investigator 'Q' Barnaby probes a blaze in a hardware store. 13:30 Peggy Seeger: In Her Prime Returning to live in Britain, Peggy Seeger reflects on a life full of family and music.	13:00 Destination - Fire!—Series 1, 10. Frozen Alibi 10/10 Fire investigator 'Q' Barnaby probes whether an office blaze was arson... 13:30 Payola, the Pluggers and The Father of Rock and Roll Nick Barraclough tells the story of Alan Freed and the Payola Scandal.	13:00 Whodunnits—Paul Temple and the Jonathan Mystery, 1. The Fergusons 1/8 After meeting the parents of a student on a plane, the sleuth must investigate his murder. 13:30 Good In Vestments The surprising history of church vestments is revealed by the Rev. Richard Coles	13:00 Whodunnits—Paul Temple and the Jonathan Mystery, 2. That Good Old Intuition 2/8 Investigating a student’s 'murder', Paul Temple wonders if he’s really dead. 13:30 Spitting In Russian Roger Law of Spitting Image heads to Russia on a quest to find puppeteers	13:00 Whodunnits—Paul Temple and the Jonathan Mystery, 3. The Ring 3/8 The suave sleuth meets a murder suspect - but is she aware of a vital clue? 13:30 Green Ears Professor Trevor Cox explores the world of sonic design applied to our outdoor spaces	13:00 Life Lines—Series 3 (Omnibus) A man is intent on taking his own life. Can the emergency services get to him in time?	13:00 Bryony Lavery - Breathing Underwater (Omnibus) Diver Sennen is set to explore a Tudor ship wreck off Cornwall, but there's a bumpy start.
14:00	14:00 Truman Capote - Breakfast at Tiffany's—Episode 1 1/10 The vivid tale of a New York writer and captivating 1940s girl-about-town Holly Golightly. 14:15 Following the Martian Invasion—'The Chances Against Anything Manlike on Mars Are a Million to One' 1/5 Francis Spufford follows the impact of HG Wells' all-conquering Martian war machines. 14:30 Breathing Underwater by Bryony Lavery—1. Diver 1/5 A female diver is set to explore a Tudor shipwreck, but there's a bumpy start. 14:45 Book of the Week—Cédric Villani - Birth of a Theorem, The Most Beautiful Equation in The World 1/5 Rock-star mathematician Cédric Villani's magical mystery tour through the world of maths	14:00 Truman Capote - Breakfast at Tiffany's—Episode 2 2/10 Young writer Paul Varjak gets to know girl-about-town Holly Golightly in 1940s New York. 14:15 Following the Martian Invasion—'A Remarkable Story from Woking' 2/5 Francis Spufford follows the impact of HG Wells' all conquering Martian war machines. 14:30 Breathing Underwater by Bryony Lavery—2. Memories... 2/5 Simon Murray must swallow his pride. 14:45 Book of the Week—Cédric Villani - Birth of a Theorem, Landau damping - the cold, unattainable beauty. 2/5 Rock-star mathematician Cédric Villani's magical mystery tour through the world of maths	14:00 Truman Capote - Breakfast at Tiffany's—Episode 3 3/10 Fred upsets girl-about-town Holly, while a man from her past arrives in New York. 14:15 Following the Martian Invasion—The Destruction of Shepperton and the Exodus from London 3/5 The inexorable progress of the tripods meets an organised military response at Shepperton. 14:30 Breathing Underwater by Bryony Lavery—3. Stranger 3/5 Sennen is troubled by the shipwreck, as her relationship with Simon changes. 14:45 Book of the Week—Cédric Villani - Birth of a Theorem, Breakthroughs and Set-backs 3/5 Rock-star mathematician Cédric Villani's magical mystery tour through the world of maths	14:00 Truman Capote - Breakfast at Tiffany's—Episode 4 4/10 Holly Golightly throws a party in New York, where Fred meets the glamorous Mag Wildwood. 14:15 Following the Martian Invasion—'What We Saw from the Ruined House' 4/5 Francis Spufford considers Martian evolution and appearance in an alarming close encounter 14:30 Breathing Underwater by Bryony Lavery—4. Warnings 4/5 Simon opts to dive in spite of weather warnings. 14:45 Book of the Week—Cédric Villani - Birth of a Theorem, Eureka 4/5 Rock-star mathematician Cédric Villani's magical mystery tour through the world of maths	14:00 Truman Capote - Breakfast at Tiffany's—Episode 5 5/10 Budding author Paul gets a job, but is still captivated by girl-about-town Holly Golightly 14:15 Following the Martian Invasion—The Martian Overthrow 5/5 Francis Spufford and guests explore why Wells's tale still resonates. 14:30 Breathing Underwater by Bryony Lavery—5. Revelation 5/5 Simon and Sennen lose contact, and the mystery of Sennen's paternity is revealed. 14:45 Book of the Week—Cédric Villani - Birth of a Theorem, The Fields Medal 5/5 Rock-star mathematician Cédric Villani's magical mystery tour through the world of maths	14:10 Inheritance Tracks—Danny Wallace Danny Wallace chooses Sunshine on Leith by The Proclaimers and Live Forever by Oasis. 14:15 Down Your Way—Glyn Worsnip in the Forest of Dean Glyn Worsnip finds out about some ancient customs in his beloved Forest of Dean.	14:15 David Constantine - In Another Country Tom Courtenay reads David Constantine's masterful story which inspired the film 45 Years 14:30 Candide by Voltaire (Omnibus) Voltaire’s 18th century novel about good and evil: Candide's adventures begin.
15:00	15:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—The New Men 6/10 Lewis Eliot ends up overseeing a secret wartime project with implications for the world.	15:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—Homecomings 7/10 As the Cold War intensifies, a spy is at large within Britain's nuclear research programme	15:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—The Affair 8/10 Back in Cambridge, a scandal threatens the reputation of Lewis Eliot's old college.	15:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—The Corridors of Power 9/10 Post-war politics throws up surprises for Lewis Eliot, as a rising star enlists his help.	15:00 CP Snow - Strangers and Brothers—Corridors of Power - The Choice 10/10 Roger Quaife's political destiny hangs on a Commons debate. What future for Lewis Eliot?	15:00 Archive on 4—Embarrassment Journalist Lynne Truss prepares to cringe as she investigates embarrassment.	15:45 Who Ate All The Pies?—Melton Mowbray 1/5 Poet Ian McMillan travels the country in search of the perfect pork pie.
16:00	16:00 Just a Minute—Series 63, Episode 4 4/6 Nicholas Parsons challenges Jenny Éclair, Tony Hawks, Richard Herring and Paul Sinha. 16:30 Huddwinks—Series 2, The Curse of the Smollett's Curse! 1/6 Melissa and Compton win a holiday and boldly head to ancient Egypt.	16:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 15, Episode 2 2/6 David Mitchell is joined by Arthur Smith, Jon Richardson, Susan Calman and David O'Doherty 16:30 Kalangadog Junction—Episode 1 1/6 Dr Thomas and Mrs Jane Barrett swap 1950s Manchester for a remote Australian town.	16:00 Many a Slip—From 20/08/1974 Can Roy Plomley's contestants spot the mistakes? 16:30 Mind Your Own Business!—Series 1, The Big Bang 3/6 Jimmy is suspicious when Russell stays late in the office.	16:00 Booked—Series 3, Episode 3 3/6 Ian McMillan chairs the literary quiz with Mark Thomas, Dillie Keane, Roger McGough. 16:30 For Better or for Worse—Series 1, Episode 8 8/8 Iris is proper poorly, but not as poorly as Wilf thinks.	16:00 It's Not What You Know—Series 3, Episode 3 3/6 Miles Jupp hosts the panel show where it's not what but who you know that matters. 16:30 Gush—Episode 6 6/6 Cravate and Pomeroy find themselves on a collision course.	16:00 Dear Countess A turbulent tale of a marriage - with love and tension in equal measure.	16:00 Judith Johnson - Uganda An agoraphobic widower monitors world news by using an atlas. Will he ever leave his home?
17:00	17:00 Street and Lane—Series 2, Going for Broke 4/4 The Yorkshire builders are warned over a dodgy landlord, and a birth is imminent. 17:30 I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue—Series 72, Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury 1/6 The 72nd series of the multi award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee	17:00 Four Joneses and a Jenkins—December - Sauce for the Goose 2/6 Under the shadow of the Long Mynd, Megan is out to save Gudrun from a plucking. 17:30 Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang-Ups—Series 5, Back on the Chain Gang 1/4 Tom seeks medical advice while Mum fights the good fight on behalf of Sheffield's trees.	17:00 The Change—Series 1, Birth of the Blues 3/6 Transvestite George gets thrilling news - then a bombshell! 17:30 Daliso Chaponda: Citizen of Nowhere—Series 2, Legacy 4/4 Malawian comedian Daliso Chaponda looks at the relationship between the UK and Africa.	17:00 Ballylenon—Series 8, Return of the Native 1/6 Guard Gallagher's unexpected return from America spells trouble. 17:30 Alone—Series 2, The Big Scene 5/6 Is a new romance on the cards for Mitch or can Ellie intervene?	17:00 A Whole 'Nother Story—Series 3, Close But No Cigar 5/6 PJ dumps Cassie - does this mean that Pete and Cassie will finally get together? 17:30 Fred at The Stand—Series 1, MacDonald, Omotayo, Caulfield and Foot 2/6 From Edinburgh - Fred MacAulay with more top comedy talent.	17:30 Reimagining the City—Dublin Writer Joseph O'Connor invites us to re-imagine Dublin.	17:00 Poetry Extra—Hiraeth Poet Mab Jones explores the concept of 'Hiraeth' in the poetry of Wales 17:30 Start/Stop—Series 3, 4. Cathy's Dad 4/6 Hit comedy about 3 marriages in various states of disrepair. All-star cast.
18:00	18:00 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The World in Peril, Episode 11 11/20 Captain Jet Morgan and his crew explore the asteroid in Paddy's absence. 18:30 A Good Read—Robyn Karney and Huw Stephens Robyn Karney, Huw Stephens and Sue MacGregor discuss their favourite books.	18:00 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The World in Peril, Episode 12 12/20 Jet and Lemmy ignore sinister audio warnings as they approach the centre of the asteroid. 18:30 Sounds Natural—Derek Waring Actor Derek Waring shares his love of wildlife with Derek Jones.	18:00 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The World in Peril, Episode 13 13/20 As the asteroid ship flounders, Mitch and Lemmy make a shocking discovery. 18:30 Musical Legends—Gerry Marsden Gerry Marsden, creator of Ferry Cross the Mersey, talks about his life in music.	18:00 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The World in Peril, Episode 14 14/20 Jack Evans reveals the Martians' Earth invasion plans to Lemmy and Mitch. 18:30 Great Lives—Sir David Chipperfield on Le Corbusier The architect Sir David Chipperfield chooses Le Corbusier.	18:00 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The World in Peril, Episode 15 15/20 Stranded on the surface of the asteroid, Jet and Doc fight desperately to be rescued. 18:30 Off the Page—Flirting Peggy Reynolds, Margi Clarke and Martin Newell discuss the art of flirting.	18:00 Honore de Balzac - The Mysterious Mansion Balzac uncovers the grisly tale that lies behind the ruins of La Grande Breteche.	18:00 Nightfall—Series 2, 5. The Willoughby Obsession by George R Robertson 5/5 After three deaths at the Willoughby mansion, a journalist suspects foul play. 18:30 Ray Bradbury's Tales of the Bizarre—Series 1, Skeleton 6/6 Harris is troubled by his bones. A real expert is needed. Who better than Doctor Munigant?
19:00	19:00 Marriage Lines—Series 1, A Nice Surprise 13/13 Can Kate and George cope with an unexpected arrival? 19:30 Dad's Army—Series 2, A Wilson (Manager) 18/20 Mainwaring is aghast when Wilson comes up in the world.	19:00 The Goon Show—Series 5, The Lost Gold Mine (of Charlotte) 2/24 Neddie's odd meatloaf discovery sparks a trip to America to make his fortune. 19:30 Round the Horne—Series 3, Episode 1 1/20 Kenneth Horne stars in war romp The Plastic Max, and Jules and Sandy bewail their parts.	19:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 2, The Television Set 9/12 The Lad decides it's time to get switched on to TV! 19:30 Listen to Les—From 14/03/1982 Les Dawson with Noah's story, and Cosmo's guide to the study of moths and butterflies.	19:00 The Ken Dodd Show—From 05/07/1964 Doddy's gardening tips from Ivor Lupin - and the world's worst ape-man. 19:30 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 2, Episode 9 9/9 The BBC's secrets are revealed in Auntie's own story.	19:00 The Burkiss Way—Series 3, Not the Burkiss Way 11/15 Learn how to offer family planning for rabbits. 19:30 Something to Shout About—Series 3, Episode 1 1/20 An inspector checks up on team efficiency at the advertising agency. From 1961	19:00 Larry Adler - All Mouth Organ A tribute to the virtuoso musician Larry Adler	19:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Series 6, Finding Your Calling Catherine Burns introduces tales of people in America discovering their true vocations. 19:50 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Large Blue The naturalist asks why the large blue butterfly recently died out in the UK.
20:00	20:00 Destination - Fire!—Series 1, 8. Cause for Alarm 8/10 Fire investigator 'Q' Barnaby probes a blaze in a hardware store. 20:30 Peggy Seeger: In Her Prime Returning to live in Britain, Peggy Seeger reflects on a life full of family and music.	20:00 Destination - Fire!—Series 1, 10. Frozen Alibi 10/10 Fire investigator 'Q' Barnaby probes whether an office blaze was arson... 20:30 Payola, the Pluggers and The Father of Rock and Roll Nick Barraclough tells the story of Alan Freed and the Payola Scandal.	20:00 Whodunnits—Paul Temple and the Jonathan Mystery, 1. The Fergusons 1/8 After meeting the parents of a student on a plane, the sleuth must investigate his murder. 20:30 Good In Vestments The surprising history of church vestments is revealed by the Rev. Richard Coles	20:00 Whodunnits—Paul Temple and the Jonathan Mystery, 2. That Good Old Intuition 2/8 Investigating a student’s 'murder', Paul Temple wonders if he’s really dead. 20:30 Spitting In Russian Roger Law of Spitting Image heads to Russia on a quest to find puppeteers	20:00 Whodunnits—Paul Temple and the Jonathan Mystery, 3. The Ring 3/8 The suave sleuth meets a murder suspect - but is she aware of a vital clue? 20:30 Green Ears Professor Trevor Cox explores the world of sonic design applied to our outdoor spaces		20:00 George Eliot: A Life in Five Characters (Omnibus) George Eliot's life through five of her characters
21:00	21:00 The TED Interview—Monica Lewinsky Chris Anderson talks to Monica Lewinsky, who argues for a bully-free world. 21:45 Multi Story Shorts—The Train to Safety Eva shares her childhood memories of arriving in the UK with The Kindertransport.	21:00 Telling Tales—Katy Brand Katy Brand shares her love for Baby Houseman, the screen character who inspired a book.	21:00 When Diane Met Ken—2. Beyond the Warp 2/3 Diane Morgan celebrates the life and work of Ken Campbell	21:00 Stories by Alasdair Gray—Wellbeing 2/5 A homeless writer from Glasgow observes a post-apocalyptic landscape. 21:15 Drama on 4—Hattie Naylor - A Northern Soul Two men settle old scores, 35 years after their involvement in the Northern Soul scene.	21:00 Podcast Radio Hour—No Such Thing As Elis and John No Such Thing As A Fish and Elis James & John Robins chat podcasting with Amanda and Luke.		21:10 The Listening Project—Jo and Jimmy – Our New Family Fi Glover with a son and his adoptive mother, who's just 11 years older than he is. 21:15 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Legal Eagles, Sir Sydney Kentridge From Flanders and Swann to Mozart, the lawyer shares his castaway choices.
22:00	22:00 I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue—Series 72, Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury 1/6 The 72nd series of the multi award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee 22:30 Bleak Expectations—Series 3, A Lovely Life Re-Kippered Again Once More 1/6 In Mark Evans's Dickensian spoof, even death cannot prevent an old enemy from returning.	22:00 Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang-Ups—Series 5, Back on the Chain Gang 1/4 Tom seeks medical advice while Mum fights the good fight on behalf of Sheffield's trees. 22:30 Brian Appleton's History of Rock 'n' Roll—A Lot of Knowledge 6/6 The forgotten Thompson Twin reveals why rock 'n' roll can be a cruel mistress. 22:45 Before They Were Famous—Series 3, Episode 6 6/6 Hear Fay Weldon's illuminating quiz for Cosmopolitan Magazine.	22:00 Daliso Chaponda: Citizen of Nowhere—Series 2, Legacy 4/4 Malawian comedian Daliso Chaponda looks at the relationship between the UK and Africa. 22:30 Lemn Sissay's Origin Stories—3. Is It a Bird? 3/4 Lemn examines how he hid his feelings and identity to fit in.	22:00 Alone—Series 2, The Big Scene 5/6 Is a new romance on the cards for Mitch or can Ellie intervene? 22:30 Newsjack—Newsjack Unplugged, Series 4, Episode 5 Darren Harriott hosts Newsjack's little sister show with this week's satirical instalment 22:45 The Goldfish Bowl—Series 1, Episode 5 5/8 A new sexy fish sparks jealousy in the bowl.	22:00 Fred at The Stand—Series 1, MacDonald, Omotayo, Caulfield and Foot 2/6 From Edinburgh - Fred MacAulay with more top comedy talent. 22:30 Josie Long: Romance and Adventure—Series 1, Episode 1 1/4 A young woman wants a more fulfilling life for herself in Glasgow. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Arthur Smith chats to Ed Gamble 1/3 Arthur Smith chats to Ed Gamble	22:00 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 8, Ventnor 6/6 Mark Steel visits Ventnor on the Isle of Wight and performs for the local residents. 22:30 Revolting People—Series 4, George Washington 3/6 Captain Brimshaw attempts to broker peace with George Washington. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Arthur Smith chats to Ed Gamble 2/3 Arthur Smith chats to Ed Gamble	22:00 Start/Stop—Series 3, 4. Cathy's Dad 4/6 Hit comedy about 3 marriages in various states of disrepair. All-star cast. 22:30 Small Scenes—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 Meet the funniest (and unhappiest) man in the world. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Arthur Smith chats to Ed Gamble 3/3 Arthur Smith chats to Ed Gamble
23:00	23:00 The Now Show—Series 55, Episode 4 4/7 Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. 23:30 Radio Active—Series 5, In Australia 4/8 Meet Craig Stevens the Ripper Drongo, as the team broadcast down under.	23:00 Chat Show Roulette—Episode 3 3/6 The improvised chat show hosted by Justin Edwards. 23:30 Think the Unthinkable—Series 2, Genforce 1/6 The management consultants work with a suspicious energy company.	23:00 Recorded for Training Purposes—Series 3, Episode 5 5/6 Sketch show about modern communication and contemporary obsessions. 23:30 The Consultants—Series 4, Episode 2 2/6 Comedy from Justin 'Lofty' Edwards, Neil 'Professor' Edmond and James 'Shortstop' Rawling.	23:00 I've Never Seen Star Wars—Series 6, Reece Shearsmith 5/6 Marcus Brigstocke persuades Reece Shearsmith to have a driving lesson and try wallpapering 23:30 Deborah Frances-White Rolls the Dice—Series 1, Episode 1 1/4 Comedian Deborah Frances-White tells the true story of the search for her birth mother.	23:00 Jason Cook's School of Hard Knocks—Funerals and Sex Education 5/6 Jason Cook examines the best way to behave at funerals and the subtleties of sex education 23:30 Isy Suttie's Love Letters—Series 2, The Crank 3/5 Isy recounts the tale of the Crank who helped her study Welsh.	23:00 Colin Hoult's Carnival of Monsters—Series 1, Episode 1 1/4 Ringmaster Colin with Thwor, the mighty (Leeds-based) god of Thwunder. 23:30 The Problem With Adam Bloom—Series 3, Friendship and Stress 6/6 A double dose, as the funnyman ponders why we choose our pals and what causes pressure.	23:00 The Secret World—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 From Sir Alan Sugar to Boy George, Jon Culshaw explores the bizarre lives of famous folk. 23:30 Radio 9—Series 2, Episode 2 2/5 An unusual travel diary, very dangerous racing and faking skiing downhill.

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