Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 2 - 8 November 2020

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00:00	00:00 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 2. A Fight for Survival 2/2 As the Martians advance on Earth, Robert begins to lose his reason.	00:00 Understand by Ted Chiang—Episode 1 1/4 A coma patient's treatment for a horrific accident has unexpected benefits. 00:30 A Good Read—Anne McElvoy and Matt Wolf Kate Saunders, Anne McElvoy and Matt Wolf choose some favourite books.	00:00 Understand by Ted Chiang—Episode 2 2/4 With his heightened intelligence, Leon develops ingenious ways to outwit the CIA. 00:30 Soul Music—Finlandia Sibelius's work was adopted as Finland's symbol of its fight for independence from Russia.	00:00 Understand by Ted Chiang—Episode 3 3/4 Leon plans for the exciting new way of life that his enhanced mind has revealed. 00:30 Short Cuts—Series 14, Libraries 5/6 Josie Long explores the way our collections and accidental archives define us.	00:00 Understand by Ted Chiang—Episode 4 4/4 Reynolds and Leon prepare for a battle of minds. Who will survive? Read by Rhashan Stone. 00:30 Great Lives—Nick Stadlen on Bram Fischer Nick Stadlen champions the life of the Afrikaner Revolutionary Bram Fischer.	00:00 Will Self - The North London Book of the Dead Novelist Will Self recalls a period of life without Mother. But is it fact or fiction? 00:30 Off the Page—Failure Dominic Arkwright and his guests talk about an uncomfortable subject.	00:00 John Wyndham - Chocky A young boy causes concern when he develops an imaginary friend.
01:00	01:00 The Navy Lark: Left Hand Down A Bit with Leslie Phillips Leslie Phillips recalls the classic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge.	01:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 1. The Dancing Men 1/6 The sleuth investigates seemingly childish drawings foreshadowing tragedy and death. 01:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 1. Hostage 1/5 As civil war takes its toll on Shrewsbury, the detective monk takes action.	01:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 2. A Case of Identity 2/6 The Baker Street sleuth investigates a missing fiancé and shady stepfather. 01:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 2. Ambassador 2/5 The detective monk's plan for a hostage exchange falters when love raises its head.	01:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 3. Black Peter 3/6 Holmes and Watson investigate the violent death of a retired whaler. 01:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 3. A Princely Death 3/5 Ellis goes from being a hostage to a murder suspect. Brother Cadfael investigates.	01:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 4. The Red Circle 4/6 Holmes investigates a lodger and coded messages via a candle provides vital clues. 01:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 4. Allies 4/5 A second murder suspect disappears, and the medieval detective monk journeys to Wales.	01:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 5. The Lion's Mane 5/6 The Baker Street sleuth investigates a violent death. 01:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 5. A Helping Hand 5/5 With a strong case against Elis, will Brother Cadfael solve the sheriff's murder?	01:00 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 1. Hostage 1/5 As civil war takes its toll on Shrewsbury, the detective monk takes action. 01:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 2. Ambassador 2/5 The detective monk's plan for a hostage exchange falters when love raises its head.
02:00		02:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 17, Episode 1 1/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's comedy game. 02:30 Stockport, So Good They Named It Once—Series 2, Siege 4/6 Can Jason patch up his love life with a last-chance date?	02:00 Who Goes There?—Series 3, Episode 3 3/6 Martin Young is joined by Francis Wheen, Carol Sarler, Fred Housego and Rachel Holmes. 02:30 Like They've Never Been Gone—Series 2, The Anniversary Blues 4/6 Tommy has big celebration plans for Sheila, but Lewis gets involved.	02:00 The Motion Show—Series 1, Episode 2 2/6 Dr Phil Hammond chairs the debating game. With Steve Punt and John O'Farrell. 02:30 North East of Eden—Cinema Paradiso 5/6 Mad Max versus the French resistance. Or rather, two rival island film nights fight it out	02:00 The Write Stuff—Series 6, George Orwell 1/5 James Walton's literary quiz with Louise Doughty and John O'Farrell. 02:30 Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends—Series 1, The Heinrich Manoeuvre 1/4 A childless couple are unhealthily obsessed with a model village.	02:00 Wordaholics—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 Paul Sinha, Natalie Haynes, Holly Walsh and Lloyd Langford join host Gyles Brandreth. 02:30 Ballylenon—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 Phonsie Doherty calls in favours from a friend.	02:00 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 3. A Princely Death 3/5 Ellis goes from being a hostage to a murder suspect. Brother Cadfael investigates. 02:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 4. Allies 4/5 A second murder suspect disappears, and the medieval detective monk journeys to Wales.
03:00		03:00 Drama on 4—The Magus by John Fowles, 1. Welcome to Phraxos 1/3 Nicholas Urfe is drawn into a world of trickery and illusion.	03:00 Drama on 4—The Magus by John Fowles, 2. Darkness Falls 2/3 Entranced by the charms of Lily, Nick struggles with his feelings for Alison.	03:00 Drama on 4—The Magus by John Fowles, 3. End of the Masque 3/3 Conchis brings his masque at Bourani to an end but is the game really over?	03:00 RL Stevenson - The Master of Ballantrae—1. The Unwelcome Return 1/2 A buccaneering tale of a family with divided loyalties during the Jacobite uprising.	03:00 RL Stevenson - The Master of Ballantrae—2. The Unpeaceful Rest 2/2 After the brother's bitter duel, the body of James Durie has mysteriously disappeared.	03:00 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 5. A Helping Hand 5/5 With a strong case against Elis, will Brother Cadfael solve the sheriff's murder? 03:30 A Good Read—Anne McElvoy and Matt Wolf Kate Saunders, Anne McElvoy and Matt Wolf choose some favourite books.
04:00	04:00 Nan Woodhouse—Judith Shakespeare Shakespeare's younger daughter is a loner, yearning to be a part of her father's life.	04:00 TED Radio Hour—Series 7, The Right to Speak Guy Raz explores whether all speech, however offensive, be allowed on college campuses? 04:50 Inheritance Tracks—Dave Stewart Musician and songwriter Dave Stewart chooses Bob Dylan and Stewart Lindsey.	04:00 Telling Tales—Peter Curran Freewheeling conversation, interviews and storytelling, from a Bunk Bed to Belfast.	04:00 Unsung Heroines—3. Elsie Widdowson, Marjorie Hurst, Noor Inayat Khan, Josephine Butler, Nancy Wake, The Lumberjills, Rani of Jhansi 3/3 Viv Groskop celebrates amazing women whose names aren't as well known as they should be.	04:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Small Screen Stars, Jane Horrocks From Bjork to Gracie Fields Jane Horrocks shares her castaway choices with Kirsty Young. 04:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Waterton David Attenborough explores the life of Squire Waterton, a 19th-century taxidermist.	04:00 Podcast Radio Hour—Podcasts for the planet How can podcasts help the climate?	04:00 Dick Francis—Bonecrack Trouble abounds when Neil Griffon takes over his father's racing stables.
05:00	05:00 Poetry Extra—Lines of Resistance Daljit Nagra chooses the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 05:30 Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones!—Series 2, The Swimsman 3/6 Milton discovers the local lido is due to close and unwisely decides to organise a sit-in.	05:00 Way Out East—Domino Effect 1/6 Comedy by Guy Meredith about British expats sharing a flat in Hong Kong. 05:30 Just a Minute—Compilation, Episode 1 1/5 With Paul Merton, Sheila Hancock, Josie Lawrence and Marcus Brigstocke. From 2013.	05:00 Hazelbeach—Series 2, Cleaner 5/6 Likeable conman Ronnie has a close encounter in Hull, while Nick invents a new sport. 05:30 Rob Newman—Rob Newman's Half-Full Philosophy Hour, What Is A City For? 4/4 Rob unearths the hidden philosophies that shape our towns and cities.	05:00 Barbara Nice—Series 1, The Fib 4/4 A school reunion for Barbara sparks a rash white lie. 05:30 Ability—Series 2, Weekend Away 4/4 Matt’s parents invite Jess and Matt to join them for a weekend away.	05:00 Making the Best of It—Shock Jock 1/4 DJ Asif Ahmed drags Barry from Room 1A to be his on-air radio posse. With Roy Hudd. 05:30 Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown—Rich Hall's (US Election) Breakdown 2020, Episode 1 1/2 Comedian and US citizen Rich Hall follows the closing stages of the US presidential race.	05:00 Jack & Millie—Series 1, Deliver Us From eBay 3/4 Jack and Millie discover that thou shalt not try and please a son's scary ex-girlfriend. 05:30 Love in Recovery—Series 3, Ivy 4/6 On his road to recovery, Oscar has dropped into the AA meeting on the way to see his son.	05:30 Great Lives—Nick Stadlen on Bram Fischer Nick Stadlen champions the life of the Afrikaner Revolutionary Bram Fischer.
06:00	06:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 1. The Dancing Men 1/6 The sleuth investigates seemingly childish drawings foreshadowing tragedy and death. 06:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 1. Hostage 1/5 As civil war takes its toll on Shrewsbury, the detective monk takes action.	06:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 2. A Case of Identity 2/6 The Baker Street sleuth investigates a missing fiancé and shady stepfather. 06:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 2. Ambassador 2/5 The detective monk's plan for a hostage exchange falters when love raises its head.	06:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 3. Black Peter 3/6 Holmes and Watson investigate the violent death of a retired whaler. 06:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 3. A Princely Death 3/5 Ellis goes from being a hostage to a murder suspect. Brother Cadfael investigates.	06:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 4. The Red Circle 4/6 Holmes investigates a lodger and coded messages via a candle provides vital clues. 06:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 4. Allies 4/5 A second murder suspect disappears, and the medieval detective monk journeys to Wales.	06:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 5. The Lion's Mane 5/6 The Baker Street sleuth investigates a violent death. 06:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 5. A Helping Hand 5/5 With a strong case against Elis, will Brother Cadfael solve the sheriff's murder?	06:00 Dick Francis—Bonecrack Trouble abounds when Neil Griffon takes over his father's racing stables.	06:00 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 1. Hostage 1/5 As civil war takes its toll on Shrewsbury, the detective monk takes action. 06:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 2. Ambassador 2/5 The detective monk's plan for a hostage exchange falters when love raises its head.
07:00	07:00 Way Out East—Domino Effect 1/6 Comedy by Guy Meredith about British expats sharing a flat in Hong Kong. 07:30 Just a Minute—Compilation, Episode 1 1/5 With Paul Merton, Sheila Hancock, Josie Lawrence and Marcus Brigstocke. From 2013.	07:00 Hazelbeach—Series 2, Cleaner 5/6 Likeable conman Ronnie has a close encounter in Hull, while Nick invents a new sport. 07:30 Rob Newman—Rob Newman's Half-Full Philosophy Hour, What Is A City For? 4/4 Rob unearths the hidden philosophies that shape our towns and cities.	07:00 Barbara Nice—Series 1, The Fib 4/4 A school reunion for Barbara sparks a rash white lie. 07:30 Ability—Series 2, Weekend Away 4/4 Matt’s parents invite Jess and Matt to join them for a weekend away.	07:00 Making the Best of It—Shock Jock 1/4 DJ Asif Ahmed drags Barry from Room 1A to be his on-air radio posse. With Roy Hudd. 07:30 Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown—Rich Hall's (US Election) Breakdown 2020, Episode 1 1/2 Comedian and US citizen Rich Hall follows the closing stages of the US presidential race.	07:00 Jack & Millie—Series 1, Deliver Us From eBay 3/4 Jack and Millie discover that thou shalt not try and please a son's scary ex-girlfriend. 07:30 Love in Recovery—Series 3, Ivy 4/6 On his road to recovery, Oscar has dropped into the AA meeting on the way to see his son.	07:30 Great Lives—Nick Stadlen on Bram Fischer Nick Stadlen champions the life of the Afrikaner Revolutionary Bram Fischer.	07:00 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 3. A Princely Death 3/5 Ellis goes from being a hostage to a murder suspect. Brother Cadfael investigates. 07:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 4. Allies 4/5 A second murder suspect disappears, and the medieval detective monk journeys to Wales.
08:00	08:00 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 5, Ulysses 13/14 An Ancient Greek epic, plus Bill Oddie sings the telephone directory. 08:30 Harry Worth—Thirty Minutes Worth, The Holiday 2/6 The comedian's doctor prescribes him a sunshine holiday. Starring Harry Worth.	08:00 The Goon Show—Series 7, What's My Line? 10/26 Can anyone guess the unusual professions in a special edition of the 1950s TV quiz? 08:30 At Home With Hinge and Bracket—2. Anthony Newley 2/6 Singer Anthony Newley joins the dear ladies for songs and conversation.	08:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 6, The Childhood Sweetheart 2/14 The Lad is off for a romantic reunion pledged 25 years before. 08:30 After Henry—Series 4, Dependent Relatives 1/8 Sarah is missing daughter Clare, and her mother Eleanor is still very irritating.	08:00 Beyond Our Ken—Series 4, Episode 17 17/20 Kenneth Horne's abominable quest for a Yeti - and 'Hornerama' looks at Leisure. 08:30 Anything Legal—Episode 1 1/8 City gents Charles and George are laid off but maintain the pretence of working.	08:00 The Navy Lark—Series 12, Impressions for Survival The crew is set to be disbanded if Povey gets his way, but Pertwee has a cunning plan. 08:30 King Street Junior—Series 2, Dispute 2/10 Cuts, a collection - and teacher Eric Brown is the centre of staffroom conflict.	08:00 The Motion Show—Series 1, Episode 2 2/6 Dr Phil Hammond chairs the debating game. With Steve Punt and John O'Farrell. 08:30 North East of Eden—Cinema Paradiso 5/6 Mad Max versus the French resistance. Or rather, two rival island film nights fight it out	08:00 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 5. A Helping Hand 5/5 With a strong case against Elis, will Brother Cadfael solve the sheriff's murder? 08:30 All Gas and Gaiters—Series 1, The Bishop Gets A Letter 8/13 The Bishop is stung into taking action over poverty in a parish.
09:00	09:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 17, Episode 1 1/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's comedy game. 09:30 Stockport, So Good They Named It Once—Series 2, Siege 4/6 Can Jason patch up his love life with a last-chance date?	09:00 The Now Show—Series 57, Episode 1 1/6 Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis take Ellie Taylor, Matt Kirshen & the cast trick or treating... 09:30 Like They've Never Been Gone—Series 2, The Anniversary Blues 4/6 Tommy has big celebration plans for Sheila, but Lewis gets involved.	09:00 The Motion Show—Series 1, Episode 2 2/6 Dr Phil Hammond chairs the debating game. With Steve Punt and John O'Farrell. 09:30 North East of Eden—Cinema Paradiso 5/6 Mad Max versus the French resistance. Or rather, two rival island film nights fight it out	09:00 The Write Stuff—Series 6, George Orwell 1/5 James Walton's literary quiz with Louise Doughty and John O'Farrell. 09:30 Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends—Series 1, The Heinrich Manoeuvre 1/4 A childless couple are unhealthily obsessed with a model village.	09:00 Wordaholics—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 Paul Sinha, Natalie Haynes, Holly Walsh and Lloyd Langford join host Gyles Brandreth. 09:30 Ballylenon—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 Phonsie Doherty calls in favours from a friend.	09:00 Hackers And Humphreys All Shaun Ley explores links between real politics and the TV satire of 'Yes Prime Minister'.	09:00 Mr Willow's Wife—2. Together Again 2/6 Felicity wants to spend more time with her husband. Stars Moira Lister. 09:30 Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends—Series 1, The Heinrich Manoeuvre 1/4 A childless couple are unhealthily obsessed with a model village.
10:00	10:00 Drama on 4—The Magus by John Fowles, 1. Welcome to Phraxos 1/3 Nicholas Urfe is drawn into a world of trickery and illusion.	10:00 Drama on 4—The Magus by John Fowles, 2. Darkness Falls 2/3 Entranced by the charms of Lily, Nick struggles with his feelings for Alison.	10:00 Drama on 4—The Magus by John Fowles, 3. End of the Masque 3/3 Conchis brings his masque at Bourani to an end but is the game really over?	10:00 RL Stevenson - The Master of Ballantrae—1. The Unwelcome Return 1/2 A buccaneering tale of a family with divided loyalties during the Jacobite uprising.	10:00 RL Stevenson - The Master of Ballantrae—2. The Unpeaceful Rest 2/2 After the brother's bitter duel, the body of James Durie has mysteriously disappeared.		10:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Small Screen Stars, Timothy Spall From Jimmy Nail to Danny Wilson. Actor Timothy Spall shares his castaway choices 10:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Fireflies Fireflies generate light by themselves and they do this with style.
11:00	11:00 TED Radio Hour—Series 7, The Right to Speak Guy Raz explores whether all speech, however offensive, be allowed on college campuses? 11:50 Inheritance Tracks—Dave Stewart Musician and songwriter Dave Stewart chooses Bob Dylan and Stewart Lindsey.	11:00 Telling Tales—Peter Curran Freewheeling conversation, interviews and storytelling, from a Bunk Bed to Belfast.	11:00 Unsung Heroines—3. Elsie Widdowson, Marjorie Hurst, Noor Inayat Khan, Josephine Butler, Nancy Wake, The Lumberjills, Rani of Jhansi 3/3 Viv Groskop celebrates amazing women whose names aren't as well known as they should be.	11:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Small Screen Stars, Jane Horrocks From Bjork to Gracie Fields Jane Horrocks shares her castaway choices with Kirsty Young. 11:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Waterton David Attenborough explores the life of Squire Waterton, a 19th-century taxidermist.	11:00 Podcast Radio Hour—Podcasts for the planet How can podcasts help the climate?		11:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Series 8, Something Borrowed, Something New 7/8 The Moth Radio Hour: Radio Storytelling from the USA. 11:50 Inheritance Tracks—Ruby Wax Comedian and actress Ruby Wax chooses hits by The Beatles and James Taylor.
12:00	12:00 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 5, Ulysses 13/14 An Ancient Greek epic, plus Bill Oddie sings the telephone directory. 12:30 Harry Worth—Thirty Minutes Worth, The Holiday 2/6 The comedian's doctor prescribes him a sunshine holiday. Starring Harry Worth.	12:00 The Goon Show—Series 7, What's My Line? 10/26 Can anyone guess the unusual professions in a special edition of the 1950s TV quiz? 12:30 At Home With Hinge and Bracket—2. Anthony Newley 2/6 Singer Anthony Newley joins the dear ladies for songs and conversation.	12:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 6, The Childhood Sweetheart 2/14 The Lad is off for a romantic reunion pledged 25 years before. 12:30 After Henry—Series 4, Dependent Relatives 1/8 Sarah is missing daughter Clare, and her mother Eleanor is still very irritating.	12:00 Beyond Our Ken—Series 4, Episode 17 17/20 Kenneth Horne's abominable quest for a Yeti - and 'Hornerama' looks at Leisure. 12:30 Anything Legal—Episode 1 1/8 City gents Charles and George are laid off but maintain the pretence of working.	12:00 The Navy Lark—Series 12, Impressions for Survival The crew is set to be disbanded if Povey gets his way, but Pertwee has a cunning plan. 12:30 King Street Junior—Series 2, Dispute 2/10 Cuts, a collection - and teacher Eric Brown is the centre of staffroom conflict.	12:00 My Favorite Husband—Liz and George Reminisce Liz starts a scrapbook, which leads to fun memories with her and George. 12:30 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 17, Episode 1 1/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's comedy game.	12:00 Poetry Extra—How to Write a Poem 1/2 Poet Daljit Nagra selects the very best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 12:30 Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones!—Series 2, The Employment Agency 4/6 Milton launches a job agency, but his best client goes ballistic.
13:00	13:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 1. The Dancing Men 1/6 The sleuth investigates seemingly childish drawings foreshadowing tragedy and death. 13:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 1. Hostage 1/5 As civil war takes its toll on Shrewsbury, the detective monk takes action.	13:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 2. A Case of Identity 2/6 The Baker Street sleuth investigates a missing fiancé and shady stepfather. 13:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 2. Ambassador 2/5 The detective monk's plan for a hostage exchange falters when love raises its head.	13:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 3. Black Peter 3/6 Holmes and Watson investigate the violent death of a retired whaler. 13:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 3. A Princely Death 3/5 Ellis goes from being a hostage to a murder suspect. Brother Cadfael investigates.	13:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 4. The Red Circle 4/6 Holmes investigates a lodger and coded messages via a candle provides vital clues. 13:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 4. Allies 4/5 A second murder suspect disappears, and the medieval detective monk journeys to Wales.	13:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 5. The Lion's Mane 5/6 The Baker Street sleuth investigates a violent death. 13:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 5. A Helping Hand 5/5 With a strong case against Elis, will Brother Cadfael solve the sheriff's murder?	13:00 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 1. Hostage 1/5 As civil war takes its toll on Shrewsbury, the detective monk takes action. 13:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 2. Ambassador 2/5 The detective monk's plan for a hostage exchange falters when love raises its head.	13:00 Salutes You, Sir! Forces Fun from the BBC Ian Lavender's homage to BBC Radio's comedies about the Armed Forces.
14:00	14:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 17, Episode 1 1/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's comedy game. 14:30 Stockport, So Good They Named It Once—Series 2, Siege 4/6 Can Jason patch up his love life with a last-chance date?	14:00 Who Goes There?—Series 3, Episode 3 3/6 Martin Young is joined by Francis Wheen, Carol Sarler, Fred Housego and Rachel Holmes. 14:30 Like They've Never Been Gone—Series 2, The Anniversary Blues 4/6 Tommy has big celebration plans for Sheila, but Lewis gets involved.	14:00 The Motion Show—Series 1, Episode 2 2/6 Dr Phil Hammond chairs the debating game. With Steve Punt and John O'Farrell. 14:30 North East of Eden—Cinema Paradiso 5/6 Mad Max versus the French resistance. Or rather, two rival island film nights fight it out	14:00 The Write Stuff—Series 6, George Orwell 1/5 James Walton's literary quiz with Louise Doughty and John O'Farrell. 14:30 Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends—Series 1, The Heinrich Manoeuvre 1/4 A childless couple are unhealthily obsessed with a model village.	14:00 Wordaholics—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 Paul Sinha, Natalie Haynes, Holly Walsh and Lloyd Langford join host Gyles Brandreth. 14:30 Ballylenon—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 Phonsie Doherty calls in favours from a friend.	14:00 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 3. A Princely Death 3/5 Ellis goes from being a hostage to a murder suspect. Brother Cadfael investigates. 14:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 4. Allies 4/5 A second murder suspect disappears, and the medieval detective monk journeys to Wales.
15:00	15:00 Drama on 4—The Magus by John Fowles, 1. Welcome to Phraxos 1/3 Nicholas Urfe is drawn into a world of trickery and illusion.	15:00 Drama on 4—The Magus by John Fowles, 2. Darkness Falls 2/3 Entranced by the charms of Lily, Nick struggles with his feelings for Alison.	15:00 Drama on 4—The Magus by John Fowles, 3. End of the Masque 3/3 Conchis brings his masque at Bourani to an end but is the game really over?	15:00 RL Stevenson - The Master of Ballantrae—1. The Unwelcome Return 1/2 A buccaneering tale of a family with divided loyalties during the Jacobite uprising.	15:00 RL Stevenson - The Master of Ballantrae—2. The Unpeaceful Rest 2/2 After the brother's bitter duel, the body of James Durie has mysteriously disappeared.	15:00 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 5. A Helping Hand 5/5 With a strong case against Elis, will Brother Cadfael solve the sheriff's murder? 15:30 A Good Read—Anne McElvoy and Matt Wolf Kate Saunders, Anne McElvoy and Matt Wolf choose some favourite books.
16:00	16:00 TED Radio Hour—Series 7, The Right to Speak Guy Raz explores whether all speech, however offensive, be allowed on college campuses? 16:50 Inheritance Tracks—Dave Stewart Musician and songwriter Dave Stewart chooses Bob Dylan and Stewart Lindsey.	16:00 Telling Tales—Peter Curran Freewheeling conversation, interviews and storytelling, from a Bunk Bed to Belfast.	16:00 Unsung Heroines—3. Elsie Widdowson, Marjorie Hurst, Noor Inayat Khan, Josephine Butler, Nancy Wake, The Lumberjills, Rani of Jhansi 3/3 Viv Groskop celebrates amazing women whose names aren't as well known as they should be.	16:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Small Screen Stars, Jane Horrocks From Bjork to Gracie Fields Jane Horrocks shares her castaway choices with Kirsty Young. 16:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Waterton David Attenborough explores the life of Squire Waterton, a 19th-century taxidermist.	16:00 Podcast Radio Hour—Podcasts for the planet How can podcasts help the climate?	16:00 Dick Francis—Bonecrack Trouble abounds when Neil Griffon takes over his father's racing stables.	16:00 The Campden Wonder 1660: the Campden family's rent collector mysteriously vanishes.
17:00	17:00 Way Out East—Domino Effect 1/6 Comedy by Guy Meredith about British expats sharing a flat in Hong Kong. 17:30 Just a Minute—Compilation, Episode 1 1/5 With Paul Merton, Sheila Hancock, Josie Lawrence and Marcus Brigstocke. From 2013.	17:00 Hazelbeach—Series 2, Cleaner 5/6 Likeable conman Ronnie has a close encounter in Hull, while Nick invents a new sport. 17:30 Rob Newman—Rob Newman's Half-Full Philosophy Hour, What Is A City For? 4/4 Rob unearths the hidden philosophies that shape our towns and cities.	17:00 Barbara Nice—Series 1, The Fib 4/4 A school reunion for Barbara sparks a rash white lie. 17:30 Ability—Series 2, Weekend Away 4/4 Matt’s parents invite Jess and Matt to join them for a weekend away.	17:00 Making the Best of It—Shock Jock 1/4 DJ Asif Ahmed drags Barry from Room 1A to be his on-air radio posse. With Roy Hudd. 17:30 Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown—Rich Hall's (US Election) Breakdown 2020, Episode 1 1/2 Comedian and US citizen Rich Hall follows the closing stages of the US presidential race.	17:00 Jack & Millie—Series 1, Deliver Us From eBay 3/4 Jack and Millie discover that thou shalt not try and please a son's scary ex-girlfriend. 17:30 Love in Recovery—Series 3, Ivy 4/6 On his road to recovery, Oscar has dropped into the AA meeting on the way to see his son.	17:30 Great Lives—Nick Stadlen on Bram Fischer Nick Stadlen champions the life of the Afrikaner Revolutionary Bram Fischer.	17:00 Poetry Extra—How to Write a Poem 1/2 Poet Daljit Nagra selects the very best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 17:30 Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones!—Series 2, The Employment Agency 4/6 Milton launches a job agency, but his best client goes ballistic.
18:00	18:00 Understand by Ted Chiang—Episode 1 1/4 A coma patient's treatment for a horrific accident has unexpected benefits. 18:30 A Good Read—Anne McElvoy and Matt Wolf Kate Saunders, Anne McElvoy and Matt Wolf choose some favourite books.	18:00 Understand by Ted Chiang—Episode 2 2/4 With his heightened intelligence, Leon develops ingenious ways to outwit the CIA. 18:30 Soul Music—Finlandia Sibelius's work was adopted as Finland's symbol of its fight for independence from Russia.	18:00 Understand by Ted Chiang—Episode 3 3/4 Leon plans for the exciting new way of life that his enhanced mind has revealed. 18:30 Short Cuts—Series 14, Libraries 5/6 Josie Long explores the way our collections and accidental archives define us.	18:00 Understand by Ted Chiang—Episode 4 4/4 Reynolds and Leon prepare for a battle of minds. Who will survive? Read by Rhashan Stone. 18:30 Great Lives—Nick Stadlen on Bram Fischer Nick Stadlen champions the life of the Afrikaner Revolutionary Bram Fischer.	18:00 Will Self - The North London Book of the Dead Novelist Will Self recalls a period of life without Mother. But is it fact or fiction? 18:30 Off the Page—Failure Dominic Arkwright and his guests talk about an uncomfortable subject.	18:00 John Wyndham - Chocky A young boy causes concern when he develops an imaginary friend.	18:00 Rules of Asylum by James Follett—1. Escape 1/3 James Follett's first radio drama explores dissention and danger in a repressive state. 18:30 Wally K Daly—With a Whimper to the Grave, 1. The Plan 1/3 Aliens are threatening Earth. The UK government has a plan.
19:00	19:00 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 5, Ulysses 13/14 An Ancient Greek epic, plus Bill Oddie sings the telephone directory. 19:30 Harry Worth—Thirty Minutes Worth, The Holiday 2/6 The comedian's doctor prescribes him a sunshine holiday. Starring Harry Worth.	19:00 The Goon Show—Series 7, What's My Line? 10/26 Can anyone guess the unusual professions in a special edition of the 1950s TV quiz? 19:30 At Home With Hinge and Bracket—2. Anthony Newley 2/6 Singer Anthony Newley joins the dear ladies for songs and conversation.	19:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 6, The Childhood Sweetheart 2/14 The Lad is off for a romantic reunion pledged 25 years before. 19:30 After Henry—Series 4, Dependent Relatives 1/8 Sarah is missing daughter Clare, and her mother Eleanor is still very irritating.	19:00 Beyond Our Ken—Series 4, Episode 17 17/20 Kenneth Horne's abominable quest for a Yeti - and 'Hornerama' looks at Leisure. 19:30 Anything Legal—Episode 1 1/8 City gents Charles and George are laid off but maintain the pretence of working.	19:00 The Navy Lark—Series 12, Impressions for Survival The crew is set to be disbanded if Povey gets his way, but Pertwee has a cunning plan. 19:30 King Street Junior—Series 2, Dispute 2/10 Cuts, a collection - and teacher Eric Brown is the centre of staffroom conflict.	19:00 Hackers And Humphreys All Shaun Ley explores links between real politics and the TV satire of 'Yes Prime Minister'.	19:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Series 8, Something Borrowed, Something New 7/8 The Moth Radio Hour: Radio Storytelling from the USA. 19:50 Inheritance Tracks—Ruby Wax Comedian and actress Ruby Wax chooses hits by The Beatles and James Taylor.
20:00	20:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 1. The Dancing Men 1/6 The sleuth investigates seemingly childish drawings foreshadowing tragedy and death. 20:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 1. Hostage 1/5 As civil war takes its toll on Shrewsbury, the detective monk takes action.	20:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 2. A Case of Identity 2/6 The Baker Street sleuth investigates a missing fiancé and shady stepfather. 20:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 2. Ambassador 2/5 The detective monk's plan for a hostage exchange falters when love raises its head.	20:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 3. Black Peter 3/6 Holmes and Watson investigate the violent death of a retired whaler. 20:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 3. A Princely Death 3/5 Ellis goes from being a hostage to a murder suspect. Brother Cadfael investigates.	20:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 4. The Red Circle 4/6 Holmes investigates a lodger and coded messages via a candle provides vital clues. 20:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 4. Allies 4/5 A second murder suspect disappears, and the medieval detective monk journeys to Wales.	20:00 Sherlock Holmes—Sherlock Holmes with Carleton Hobbs - Series 7, 5. The Lion's Mane 5/6 The Baker Street sleuth investigates a violent death. 20:30 Cadfael—Dead Man's Ransom, 5. A Helping Hand 5/5 With a strong case against Elis, will Brother Cadfael solve the sheriff's murder?		20:00 The Campden Wonder 1660: the Campden family's rent collector mysteriously vanishes.
21:00	21:00 TED Radio Hour—Series 7, The Right to Speak Guy Raz explores whether all speech, however offensive, be allowed on college campuses? 21:50 Inheritance Tracks—Dave Stewart Musician and songwriter Dave Stewart chooses Bob Dylan and Stewart Lindsey.	21:00 Telling Tales—Peter Curran Freewheeling conversation, interviews and storytelling, from a Bunk Bed to Belfast.	21:00 Unsung Heroines—3. Elsie Widdowson, Marjorie Hurst, Noor Inayat Khan, Josephine Butler, Nancy Wake, The Lumberjills, Rani of Jhansi 3/3 Viv Groskop celebrates amazing women whose names aren't as well known as they should be.	21:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Small Screen Stars, Jane Horrocks From Bjork to Gracie Fields Jane Horrocks shares her castaway choices with Kirsty Young. 21:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Waterton David Attenborough explores the life of Squire Waterton, a 19th-century taxidermist.	21:00 Podcast Radio Hour—Podcasts for the planet How can podcasts help the climate?		21:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Small Screen Stars, Timothy Spall From Jimmy Nail to Danny Wilson. Actor Timothy Spall shares his castaway choices 21:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Fireflies Fireflies generate light by themselves and they do this with style.
22:00	22:00 Just a Minute—Compilation, Episode 1 1/5 With Paul Merton, Sheila Hancock, Josie Lawrence and Marcus Brigstocke. From 2013. 22:30 The Nick Revell Show—Series 2, Health and Fitness 4/6 When the geraniums mock his physique, Nick overdoes a fitness regime.	22:00 Rob Newman—Rob Newman's Half-Full Philosophy Hour, What Is A City For? 4/4 Rob unearths the hidden philosophies that shape our towns and cities. 22:30 Everyone Quite Likes Justin—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 Justin has to cope with a game of golf.	22:00 Ability—Series 2, Weekend Away 4/4 Matt’s parents invite Jess and Matt to join them for a weekend away. 22:30 Late—4. From Travelling to Telephoning Midwife tales, and a man thinks about picking up the phone. 22:45 Jigsaw—Series 2, Episode 4 4/4 Dan Antopolski, Tom Craine and Nat Luurtsema piece together a high-concept sketch show.	22:00 Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown—Rich Hall's (US Election) Breakdown 2020, Episode 1 1/2 Comedian and US citizen Rich Hall follows the closing stages of the US presidential race. 22:30 The Big Booth—Series 1, Episode 1 1/6 Boothby Graffoe's meandering monologues, sketches and ditties.	22:00 Love in Recovery—Series 3, Ivy 4/6 On his road to recovery, Oscar has dropped into the AA meeting on the way to see his son. 22:30 The Hudson and Pepperdine Show—Series 1, Episode 3 3/4 Becoming a 'breatharian' has disastrous consequences.	22:00 Think the Unthinkable—Series 4, Barrington General 4/4 The wacky management consultants try nursing an ailing hospital back to rude health. 22:30 The Lawrence Sweeney Mix—Series 2, Episode 3 3/4 Josie Lawrence and Jim Sweeney create improvised sketches from audience suggestions	22:00 Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones!—Series 2, The Employment Agency 4/6 Milton launches a job agency, but his best client goes ballistic. 22:30 Paperback Hell—Series 3, Deadline: News 5/6 John Thomas reads from his autobiography: Deadline: News. Stars Michael Fenton Stevens. 22:45 Knocker—Incentativity 5/6 Market researcher Ian Dunn carries out a delicate immigration survey.
23:00	23:00 The Now Show—Series 57, Episode 1 1/6 Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis take Ellie Taylor, Matt Kirshen & the cast trick or treating... 23:30 Life: An Idiot's Guide—Series 1, First Impressions 2/4 Stephen K Amos and his comedian friends build an idiot's guide to first impressions.	23:00 Woof—True Tales of Romance and Failure, Much Loved Son and Fantasist 4/4 Bittersweet stories written and performed by Chris Neill with Martin Hyder and Isy Suttie. 23:15 The Pin—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 Join Alex and Ben - aka The Pin - in their weird twist on the double-act sketch show. 23:30 Old Harry's Game—Series 3, The Reasonably Fantastic Journey 4/6 Satan and the Professor find a huge empty space in Hell - inside Scumspawn's brain.	23:00 Rubbish—Series 2, Surveillance 4/6 Martin gets caught by his own CCTV and tannoy system for shaming litter offenders. 23:30 Party—Series 1, Episode 3 3/4 The Party sets out to clarify its policies on climate change.	23:15 Spats—Mankind v Nature Luke Roberts tackles the big arguments and solves them using light entertainment. 23:30 Concrete Cow—Series 2, Art 5/6 Someone goes too far at a murder mystery party.	23:00 Flight of the Conchords—Suzanne 5/6 The band's future is threatened when Bret goes on a date. 23:30 My Teenage Diary—Series 7, Robert Peston 2/6 Journalist and broadcaster Robert Peston reads from his 1974 teenage diaries.	23:00 State of the Nations—Northern Ireland 3/4 Stand-up Elis James continues his tour of the UK with a visit to The Empire in Belfast. 23:30 The Wilson Dixon Line—Sweet Home Colorado 2/4 The country music legend's revelations about his so-called dysfunctional family.	23:00 Bad Salsa—Series 2, What Happens at Salsa... 1/4 Sitcom about three women embracing the world of salsa as they adjust to life after cancer. 23:30 Clayton Grange—Series 2, Episode 4 4/4 A team of brilliantly stupid scientists try out their self-replicating killer robo-ants.

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