Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 26 April - 2 May 2021

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00:00	00:00 Elizabeth Gaskell - Curious, If True—The Squire's Story 1/5 Mr Higgins appears every inch the perfect jovial gentleman. 00:45 Black and White by Jan Mark—4. Who's a Pretty Boy Then? 4/4 When dad builds a budgerigar aviary, the birds' behaviour turns alarming.	00:00 Terry Pratchett—Guards! Guards!, 6. A Million-to-One 6/6 All Captain Vimes needs to save the city is a million-to-one chance. 00:30 A Good Read—Brian Sewell and Wendy Cope Harriett Gilbert, Brian Sewell and Wendy Cope champion their favourite books.	00:00 The House on the Borderland by William Hope Hodgson—1. The Manuscript 1/4 Two friends on holiday come across a terrifying tale. First published in 1908. 00:30 Soul Music—The Impossible Dream Lesley Garrett and yachtsman Geoff Holt on the inspiring song, The Impossible Dream.	00:00 The House on the Borderland by William Hope Hodgson—2. The Siege 2/4 The narrator and his sister face the swine-like creatures' terrifying siege. 1908 novella. 00:30 Short Cuts—Series 18, Oulipo 4/6 Josie Long presents short documentaries inspired by Oulipian constraints.	00:00 The House on the Borderland by William Hope Hodgson—3. The Pit 3/4 Will the narrator and his dog survive a watery entrapment? Jim Norton reads 1908 novella. 00:30 Great Lives—Lonnie Donegan Downton Abbey actor Jim Carter champions the life and work of skiffle king Lonnie Donegan.	00:00 The House on the Borderland by William Hope Hodgson—4. The Wound 4/4 Back from his voyage, the narrator sees a sinister green hand at his window. 00:30 Off the Page—Porky Pies Richard Wiseman, Ian Leslie and Michele Hanson seek out the truth about lies.	00:00 Fear on 4—The Hairy Hand of Dartmoor An angry man, who doesn't believe in witches, drives home at night across the moors. 00:30 Robert Holmes - Aliens in the Mind—6. Final Tribulations 6/6 An MP discovers that he is a mutant being manipulated by an unidentified controller.
01:00	01:00 Upbeat by Paul MacAlindin (Omnibus) In 2008, 17 year old Iraqi pianist Zuhal Sultan created a national youth orchestra.	01:00 A Case for Dr Morelle—12. Poisoned Air 12/13 The psychiatrist-sleuth tackles a case of risky experiments and thwarted love. 01:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—1. Childhood 1/8 Conceived in Leningrad and born in London. Peter Ustinov reads his autobiography.	01:00 A Case for Dr Morelle—13. Mr X 13/13 A man loses his memory and a woman gets nuisance calls, in a case for the psych-sleuth. 01:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—2. Drama School 2/8 Remembering his training at drama school. Peter Ustinov reads his autobiography.	01:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 1. The Bells are Rung Up 1/8 Posh sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey probes an unsolved jewel theft and a grave mystery. 01:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—3. War 3/8 Actor Peter Ustinov recalls his days as a soldier in Kent during the Second World War.	01:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 2. Lord Peter Is Called In 2/8 The elegant amateur sleuth probes the link from the body to the unsolved jewel theft. 01:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—4. Frustrations 4/8 Officer training antics and war films. Peter Ustinov reads his autobiography.	01:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 3. Bunter Breaks the Law 3/8 As Lord Peter Wimsey's probe moves to the bell tower, his manservant uses his initiative. 01:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—5. Finding Work 5/8 Peter Ustinov finds work with Ralph Richardson and John Gielgud.	01:00 Archive on 4—Per Ardua Ad Astra: RAF Voices From top brass to gunners, pilots and ground crew, the voices of a much-respected service.
02:00	02:10 Inheritance Tracks—Raymond Blanc Renowned chef Raymond Blanc selects Edith Piaf's 'La Vie En Rose' to cherish. 02:20 Tinsel Girl—Tinsel Girl and the Support Worker (Omnibus) The life, loves and misadventures of wheelchair user Maz.	02:00 A Far Cry from Kensington by Muriel Spark—Episode 6 6/10 As Mrs Hawkins thrives at work an unwelcome figure from the past is set to intrude. 02:15 Gudrun—Series 4, Episode 6 6/10 Lucy Catherine's Viking epic continues. Gudrun and Marlas arrive in Constantinople. 02:30 Femme Fatale: The Story of Nico The German chanteuse who sang on one of the most important records in rock history.	02:00 A Far Cry from Kensington by Muriel Spark—Episode 7 7/10 As Wanda's health deteriorates Mrs Hawkins remembers her wartime marriage to the late Tom. 02:15 Gudrun—Series 4, Episode 7 7/10 Lucy Catherine's Viking epic continues. Gudrun uncovers an assassination plot. 02:30 The Luddite Lament The songs inspired by the Luddites and their uprisings - which began 200 years ago.	02:00 A Far Cry from Kensington by Muriel Spark—Episode 8 8/10 Wanda edges closer to breakdown as neighbours Nancy and William spend the night together. 02:15 Gudrun—Series 4, Episode 8 8/10 Lucy Catherine's Viking epic continues. Gudrun grows tired of the plots and intrigue. 02:30 The Secret Catacombs of Paris Jonathan Glancey investigates Paris's secret underground maze of tunnels.	02:00 A Far Cry from Kensington by Muriel Spark—Episode 9 9/10 In shock after Wanda's suicide, Nancy Hawkins has applied for a job at a new magazine. 02:15 Gudrun—Series 4, Episode 9 9/10 Lucy Catherine's Viking epic of love, revenge and faith. Gudrun plots an abduction. 02:30 Hot Gossip!—1. Origins 1/2 Geoff Watts explores the origins and the science behind our love and loathing of gossip.	02:00 A Far Cry from Kensington by Muriel Spark—Episode 10 10/10 Even as she enjoys her new job, Nancy dreads the reappearance of writer Hector Bartlett. 02:15 Gudrun—Series 4, Episode 10 10/10 Lucy Catherine's Viking epic of love, revenge and faith. Gudrun waits for Marlas. 02:30 Hot Gossip!—2. Brains 2/2 Geoff Watts contunues his exploration of the science and culture of gossip	02:00 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. 02:30 The Iguanodon—Away and Slightly to the Left 1/3 Marooned in a lighthouse, Sam finds his troubles just starting.
03:00	03:30 Erich Honecker's Rock and Roll Years Henning Wehn investigates 'Ostrock' - the East German rock and pop music scene.	03:00 Parson Harding's Daughter by Joanna Trollope—1. What Hope? 1/3 When plain Caroline Harding's only suitor moves to India, what hope remains for her?	03:00 Parson Harding's Daughter by Joanna Trollope—2. Setting Sail 2/3 Caroline Harding sails for India, bound for marriage to a man she's not seen in 8 years.	03:00 Parson Harding's Daughter by Joanna Trollope—3. The Bargain 3/3 1770s India. Caroline's marriage is a charade but she intends to stick to the bargain.	03:00 Barry Lyndon by William Makepeace Thackeray—1. The Duel 1/2 Irish adventurer Redmond Barry is forced to leave home and serve in the Seven Years War.	03:00 Barry Lyndon by William Makepeace Thackeray—2. The Squire 2/2 Plotting Redmond Barry becomes a titled country squire.	03:00 1966 and All That—The 1920s and 30s 1/4 Marge Simpson marries royalty and John Yogi Bear invents TV. 03:30 Chain Reaction—Series 9, Terry Christian talks to Kevin Bridges 1/6 TV presenter Terry Christian talks to stand-up comedian Kevin Bridges.
04:00	04:00 Don Haworth - Challenged A mother and son come to terms with the passage of time when a stranger arrives.	04:00 Act Your Age—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 Which generation is the funniest? With Jon Richardson, Lucy Porter and Adrian Walsh. 04:30 The Six Mothers-in-Law of Henry VIII—Episode 4 4/6 The 'unreliable' historical account of the mother of Anne of Cleves.	04:00 The 3rd Degree—Series 6, The University of Bath 6/6 Three students from the University of Bath take on their professors in the upbeat quiz. 04:30 The Brothers—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 An everyday story of arson and revolving bow ties.	04:00 The Motion Show—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Gyles Brandreth, Hugh Dennis, Arthur Smith and Antony Worrall Thompson join Graeme Garden. 04:30 Smelling of Roses—Series 1, Out To Launch 2/6 Rosie's company launches a famous young footballer's autobiography.	04:00 The Write Stuff—Series 7, Rudyard Kipling 4/7 James Walton's literary quiz. Author of the week is Rudyard Kipling. From May 2004. 04:30 Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends—Series 3, Anniversary Waltz 4/4 Queasy Wendy tackles party food for Maureen as Robin tries to bond with their foster child	04:00 Counterpoint—Series 24, 2010 Heat 4 4/13 Paul Gambaccini hosts the general knowledge music quiz, this week from London. 04:30 Two Doors Down—Series 2, Mythical Kings and Iguanas 2/4 Marlborough Road's multi-tasking Saffron needs cleaner Sally's help.	04:00 Martyn Wade - Goodnight to Flamboro' The tragic short life of prolific composer William Baines, who died aged just 23.
05:00	05:00 Poetry Extra—Rites of Passage - Changing Schools Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 05:30 Polyoaks—Series 4, Duty of Candour 6/6 The staff at Polyoaks struggle with the concept of telling the truth to patients.	05:00 Ayres on the Air—Series 4, Winter 4/4 The magic combination of cold weather and broken boilers and the art of comparing ailments 05:30 Just a Minute—Series 86, Episode 9 9/10 Tom Allen hosts a special episode of Just a Minute.	05:00 Beauty of Britain—Series 2, Laurelmead 2/6 'A British care home is basically a big house named after a tree'. Beauty's new job. 05:30 Bridget Christie: Mortal—Life 2/4 Comedian Bridget Christie contemplates mortality and takes a look at life.	05:00 A Short Gentleman—Episode 2 2/4 Robert woos Elizabeth with a carpet. 05:30 Alone—Series 3, Undercover Hamster 3/6 Can smitten Morris impress a new woman with his love of hamsters? Stars Angus Deayton.	05:00 The Architects—Series 2, Turret 3/4 Matt designs a building with a great big turret (possibly). 05:30 Meet David Sedaris—Series 8, Instalment 6 6/6 A special series recorded at home with the world-renowned storyteller.	05:00 The Break—Series 1, The Key 1/6 City boy Andy has come to his uncle's seaside home in search of a stress-free life. 05:30 The Confessional—Series 1, The Confession of Dr. Phil Hammond 2/10 Medical revelations as Stephen Mangan takes the confession of satirist Dr. Phil Hammond.	05:30 Great Lives—Lonnie Donegan Downton Abbey actor Jim Carter champions the life and work of skiffle king Lonnie Donegan.
06:00	06:00 A Case for Dr Morelle—12. Poisoned Air 12/13 The psychiatrist-sleuth tackles a case of risky experiments and thwarted love. 06:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—1. Childhood 1/8 Conceived in Leningrad and born in London. Peter Ustinov reads his autobiography.	06:00 A Case for Dr Morelle—13. Mr X 13/13 A man loses his memory and a woman gets nuisance calls, in a case for the psych-sleuth. 06:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—2. Drama School 2/8 Remembering his training at drama school. Peter Ustinov reads his autobiography.	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 1. The Bells are Rung Up 1/8 Posh sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey probes an unsolved jewel theft and a grave mystery. 06:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—3. War 3/8 Actor Peter Ustinov recalls his days as a soldier in Kent during the Second World War.	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 2. Lord Peter Is Called In 2/8 The elegant amateur sleuth probes the link from the body to the unsolved jewel theft. 06:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—4. Frustrations 4/8 Officer training antics and war films. Peter Ustinov reads his autobiography.	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 3. Bunter Breaks the Law 3/8 As Lord Peter Wimsey's probe moves to the bell tower, his manservant uses his initiative. 06:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—5. Finding Work 5/8 Peter Ustinov finds work with Ralph Richardson and John Gielgud.	06:00 Martyn Wade - Goodnight to Flamboro' The tragic short life of prolific composer William Baines, who died aged just 23.	06:00 A Far Cry from Kensington by Muriel Spark (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 Mrs Hawkins is thriving at work. But a figure from her past makes an unwelcome appearance.
07:00	07:00 Ayres on the Air—Series 4, Winter 4/4 The magic combination of cold weather and broken boilers and the art of comparing ailments 07:30 Just a Minute—Series 86, Episode 9 9/10 Tom Allen hosts a special episode of Just a Minute.	07:00 Beauty of Britain—Series 2, Laurelmead 2/6 'A British care home is basically a big house named after a tree'. Beauty's new job. 07:30 Bridget Christie: Mortal—Life 2/4 Comedian Bridget Christie contemplates mortality and takes a look at life.	07:00 A Short Gentleman—Episode 2 2/4 Robert woos Elizabeth with a carpet. 07:30 Alone—Series 3, Undercover Hamster 3/6 Can smitten Morris impress a new woman with his love of hamsters? Stars Angus Deayton.	07:00 The Architects—Series 2, Turret 3/4 Matt designs a building with a great big turret (possibly). 07:30 Meet David Sedaris—Series 8, Instalment 6 6/6 A special series recorded at home with the world-renowned storyteller.	07:00 The Break—Series 1, The Key 1/6 City boy Andy has come to his uncle's seaside home in search of a stress-free life. 07:30 The Confessional—Series 1, The Confession of Dr. Phil Hammond 2/10 Medical revelations as Stephen Mangan takes the confession of satirist Dr. Phil Hammond.	07:30 Great Lives—Lonnie Donegan Downton Abbey actor Jim Carter champions the life and work of skiffle king Lonnie Donegan.	07:10 Inheritance Tracks—Patrick Grant Savile Row designer Patrick Grant chooses 'Sympathy for the Devil' by the Rolling Stones. 07:20 Lucy Catherine - Gudrun—Series 4 (Omnibus), Episode 2 2/2 Gudrun and Marlas arrive in Constantinople, where unrest is bubbling beneath the surface.
08:00	08:00 Steptoe and Son—Series 3, Without Prejudice 5/8 Harold persuades Albert to move out to suburbia. 08:30 Mr Finchley Goes to Paris—Episode 4 4/6 With Edgar and Robert kidnapped - is it a case of mistaken identity?	08:00 The Goon Show—Series 8, The Evils of Bushey Spon 25/26 Neddie oversees the decoration of a council lamppost. 08:30 King Street Junior—Series 3, The History Game 4/8 Mr Sims brings history alive for the class, then faces a real-life battle Mrs Rudd.	08:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 1, The Boxing Champion 4/16 The Lad knocks down a prize boxer! 08:30 Alison and Maud—Series 1, Speaking in Tongues 6/6 The Bishop comes to tea, Maud gets a computer, and there's an incident...	08:00 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 7, Episode 1 1/13 Professor Prune dons his electrical time trousers. 08:30 The House of the Spirit Levels—To Begin At The End 1/6 Nick Revell's bizarre comedy finds our hero Tony grappling with the Russian Mafia	08:00 Dad's Army—Series 1, A Stripe for Frazer 8/20 Promotion turns dour Private Frazer crazy with power. Stars John Laurie. 08:30 The Wordsmiths at Gorsemere—Series 1, Episode 3 3/4 A hungry albatross inspires Samuel Tailor Cholericke's poetic musings.	08:00 The Motion Show—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Gyles Brandreth, Hugh Dennis, Arthur Smith and Antony Worrall Thompson join Graeme Garden. 08:30 Smelling of Roses—Series 1, Out To Launch 2/6 Rosie's company launches a famous young footballer's autobiography.	08:30 A Life of Bliss—Penny Gay's Return David has got some thinking to do when an old flame arrives in town.
09:00	09:00 Act Your Age—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 Which generation is the funniest? With Jon Richardson, Lucy Porter and Adrian Walsh. 09:30 The Six Mothers-in-Law of Henry VIII—Episode 4 4/6 The 'unreliable' historical account of the mother of Anne of Cleves.	09:00 The News Quiz—Series 105, Episode 2 2/8 Andy Zaltzman presents a look back at the week's headlines. 09:30 The Brothers—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 An everyday story of arson and revolving bow ties.	09:00 The Motion Show—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Gyles Brandreth, Hugh Dennis, Arthur Smith and Antony Worrall Thompson join Graeme Garden. 09:30 Smelling of Roses—Series 1, Out To Launch 2/6 Rosie's company launches a famous young footballer's autobiography.	09:00 The Write Stuff—Series 7, Rudyard Kipling 4/7 James Walton's literary quiz. Author of the week is Rudyard Kipling. From May 2004. 09:30 Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends—Series 3, Anniversary Waltz 4/4 Queasy Wendy tackles party food for Maureen as Robin tries to bond with their foster child	09:00 Counterpoint—Series 24, 2010 Heat 4 4/13 Paul Gambaccini hosts the general knowledge music quiz, this week from London. 09:30 Two Doors Down—Series 2, Mythical Kings and Iguanas 2/4 Marlborough Road's multi-tasking Saffron needs cleaner Sally's help.	09:00 Braden Back on the Beat Richard Ingrams with a career retrospective of his multi-talented friend Bernard Braden.	09:00 Drop Me Here, Darling—Moonlight Leslie is broke and turns to mini-cabbing, but pays the price. 09:30 Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends—Series 3, Anniversary Waltz 4/4 Queasy Wendy tackles party food for Maureen as Robin tries to bond with their foster child
10:00	10:00 Parson Harding's Daughter by Joanna Trollope—1. What Hope? 1/3 When plain Caroline Harding's only suitor moves to India, what hope remains for her?	10:00 Parson Harding's Daughter by Joanna Trollope—2. Setting Sail 2/3 Caroline Harding sails for India, bound for marriage to a man she's not seen in 8 years.	10:00 Parson Harding's Daughter by Joanna Trollope—3. The Bargain 3/3 1770s India. Caroline's marriage is a charade but she intends to stick to the bargain.	10:00 Barry Lyndon by William Makepeace Thackeray—1. The Duel 1/2 Irish adventurer Redmond Barry is forced to leave home and serve in the Seven Years War.	10:00 Barry Lyndon by William Makepeace Thackeray—2. The Squire 2/2 Plotting Redmond Barry becomes a titled country squire.		10:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Comic Castaways 2, Vic Reeves From Hendrix to Vaughan Williams, Vic Reeves shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. 10:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Foreign Fare David Attenborough explores the natural history of potatoes, peppers and artichokes.
11:00	11:00 Here's the Thing—Mickey Rourke, John Turturro and Viggo Mortensen Alec Baldwin delves into the lives of three celebrated actors.	11:00 Archive on 4—Per Ardua Ad Astra: RAF Voices From top brass to gunners, pilots and ground crew, the voices of a much-respected service.	11:00 The Inimitable PG Wodehouse—1. In the Offing 1/3 Alexander Armstrong celebrates the work of PG Wodehouse	11:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Comic Castaways 2, Paul Whitehouse From Callas to The Stones, Paul Whitehouse shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. 11:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Charnia David Attenborough's fascination with the fossilised evidence of the beginning of life.	11:00 Podcast Radio Hour—The UK Tour Chris Pearson and Laura Grimshaw tour the UK in podcasts.	11:30 The Secret Catacombs of Paris Jonathan Glancey investigates Paris's secret underground maze of tunnels.	11:00 Radiolab—Series 7, Plant Parade 8/8 Radiolab explores whether you need a brain to experience the world 11:55 Inheritance Tracks—Patrick Grant Savile Row designer Patrick Grant chooses 'Sympathy for the Devil' by the Rolling Stones.
12:00	12:00 Steptoe and Son—Series 3, Without Prejudice 5/8 Harold persuades Albert to move out to suburbia. 12:30 Mr Finchley Goes to Paris—Episode 4 4/6 With Edgar and Robert kidnapped - is it a case of mistaken identity?	12:00 The Goon Show—Series 8, The Evils of Bushey Spon 25/26 Neddie oversees the decoration of a council lamppost. 12:30 King Street Junior—Series 3, The History Game 4/8 Mr Sims brings history alive for the class, then faces a real-life battle Mrs Rudd.	12:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 1, The Boxing Champion 4/16 The Lad knocks down a prize boxer! 12:30 Alison and Maud—Series 1, Speaking in Tongues 6/6 The Bishop comes to tea, Maud gets a computer, and there's an incident...	12:00 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 7, Episode 1 1/13 Professor Prune dons his electrical time trousers. 12:30 The House of the Spirit Levels—To Begin At The End 1/6 Nick Revell's bizarre comedy finds our hero Tony grappling with the Russian Mafia	12:00 Dad's Army—Series 1, A Stripe for Frazer 8/20 Promotion turns dour Private Frazer crazy with power. Stars John Laurie. 12:30 The Wordsmiths at Gorsemere—Series 1, Episode 3 3/4 A hungry albatross inspires Samuel Tailor Cholericke's poetic musings.	12:00 Act Your Age—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 Which generation is the funniest? With Jon Richardson, Lucy Porter and Adrian Walsh. 12:30 The House of the Spirit Levels—To Begin At The End 1/6 Nick Revell's bizarre comedy finds our hero Tony grappling with the Russian Mafia	12:00 Poetry Extra—What Sweetness Touched Your Tongue Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 12:30 Natalie Haynes Stands Up for the Classics—Series 1, Sophocles 2/4 A fresh look at the ancient world: Sophocles invents the TV detective.
13:00	13:00 A Case for Dr Morelle—12. Poisoned Air 12/13 The psychiatrist-sleuth tackles a case of risky experiments and thwarted love. 13:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—1. Childhood 1/8 Conceived in Leningrad and born in London. Peter Ustinov reads his autobiography.	13:00 A Case for Dr Morelle—13. Mr X 13/13 A man loses his memory and a woman gets nuisance calls, in a case for the psych-sleuth. 13:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—2. Drama School 2/8 Remembering his training at drama school. Peter Ustinov reads his autobiography.	13:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 1. The Bells are Rung Up 1/8 Posh sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey probes an unsolved jewel theft and a grave mystery. 13:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—3. War 3/8 Actor Peter Ustinov recalls his days as a soldier in Kent during the Second World War.	13:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 2. Lord Peter Is Called In 2/8 The elegant amateur sleuth probes the link from the body to the unsolved jewel theft. 13:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—4. Frustrations 4/8 Officer training antics and war films. Peter Ustinov reads his autobiography.	13:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 3. Bunter Breaks the Law 3/8 As Lord Peter Wimsey's probe moves to the bell tower, his manservant uses his initiative. 13:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—5. Finding Work 5/8 Peter Ustinov finds work with Ralph Richardson and John Gielgud.	13:00 Archive on 4—Per Ardua Ad Astra: RAF Voices From top brass to gunners, pilots and ground crew, the voices of a much-respected service.	13:00 Shrinking Violets by Joe Moran (Omnibus) Joe Moran explores the hidden world of reticence.
14:00	14:00 A Far Cry from Kensington by Muriel Spark—Episode 6 6/10 As Mrs Hawkins thrives at work an unwelcome figure from the past is set to intrude. 14:15 Gudrun—Series 4, Episode 6 6/10 Lucy Catherine's Viking epic continues. Gudrun and Marlas arrive in Constantinople. 14:30 Femme Fatale: The Story of Nico The German chanteuse who sang on one of the most important records in rock history.	14:00 A Far Cry from Kensington by Muriel Spark—Episode 7 7/10 As Wanda's health deteriorates Mrs Hawkins remembers her wartime marriage to the late Tom. 14:15 Gudrun—Series 4, Episode 7 7/10 Lucy Catherine's Viking epic continues. Gudrun uncovers an assassination plot. 14:30 The Luddite Lament The songs inspired by the Luddites and their uprisings - which began 200 years ago.	14:00 A Far Cry from Kensington by Muriel Spark—Episode 8 8/10 Wanda edges closer to breakdown as neighbours Nancy and William spend the night together. 14:15 Gudrun—Series 4, Episode 8 8/10 Lucy Catherine's Viking epic continues. Gudrun grows tired of the plots and intrigue. 14:30 The Secret Catacombs of Paris Jonathan Glancey investigates Paris's secret underground maze of tunnels.	14:00 A Far Cry from Kensington by Muriel Spark—Episode 9 9/10 In shock after Wanda's suicide, Nancy Hawkins has applied for a job at a new magazine. 14:15 Gudrun—Series 4, Episode 9 9/10 Lucy Catherine's Viking epic of love, revenge and faith. Gudrun plots an abduction. 14:30 Hot Gossip!—1. Origins 1/2 Geoff Watts explores the origins and the science behind our love and loathing of gossip.	14:00 A Far Cry from Kensington by Muriel Spark—Episode 10 10/10 Even as she enjoys her new job, Nancy dreads the reappearance of writer Hector Bartlett. 14:15 Gudrun—Series 4, Episode 10 10/10 Lucy Catherine's Viking epic of love, revenge and faith. Gudrun waits for Marlas. 14:30 Hot Gossip!—2. Brains 2/2 Geoff Watts contunues his exploration of the science and culture of gossip	14:00 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. 14:30 The Iguanodon—Away and Slightly to the Left 1/3 Marooned in a lighthouse, Sam finds his troubles just starting.	14:10 Inheritance Tracks—Juliette Lewis Actress and singer Juliette Lewis chooses 'Peg' by Steely Dan. 14:20 How to Survive the Roman Empire, by Pliny and Me (Omnibus)—Series 2 Venta the slave keeps an observant eye on Pliny the Younger, his mother Marcella and Doris
15:00	15:00 Parson Harding's Daughter by Joanna Trollope—1. What Hope? 1/3 When plain Caroline Harding's only suitor moves to India, what hope remains for her?	15:00 Parson Harding's Daughter by Joanna Trollope—2. Setting Sail 2/3 Caroline Harding sails for India, bound for marriage to a man she's not seen in 8 years.	15:00 Parson Harding's Daughter by Joanna Trollope—3. The Bargain 3/3 1770s India. Caroline's marriage is a charade but she intends to stick to the bargain.	15:00 Barry Lyndon by William Makepeace Thackeray—1. The Duel 1/2 Irish adventurer Redmond Barry is forced to leave home and serve in the Seven Years War.	15:00 Barry Lyndon by William Makepeace Thackeray—2. The Squire 2/2 Plotting Redmond Barry becomes a titled country squire.	15:00 1966 and All That—The 1920s and 30s 1/4 Marge Simpson marries royalty and John Yogi Bear invents TV. 15:30 Chain Reaction—Series 9, Terry Christian talks to Kevin Bridges 1/6 TV presenter Terry Christian talks to stand-up comedian Kevin Bridges.	15:30 Femme Fatale: The Story of Nico The German chanteuse who sang on one of the most important records in rock history.
16:00	16:00 Act Your Age—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 Which generation is the funniest? With Jon Richardson, Lucy Porter and Adrian Walsh. 16:30 The Six Mothers-in-Law of Henry VIII—Episode 4 4/6 The 'unreliable' historical account of the mother of Anne of Cleves.	16:00 The 3rd Degree—Series 6, The University of Bath 6/6 Three students from the University of Bath take on their professors in the upbeat quiz. 16:30 The Brothers—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 An everyday story of arson and revolving bow ties.	16:00 The Motion Show—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Gyles Brandreth, Hugh Dennis, Arthur Smith and Antony Worrall Thompson join Graeme Garden. 16:30 Smelling of Roses—Series 1, Out To Launch 2/6 Rosie's company launches a famous young footballer's autobiography.	16:00 The Write Stuff—Series 7, Rudyard Kipling 4/7 James Walton's literary quiz. Author of the week is Rudyard Kipling. From May 2004. 16:30 Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends—Series 3, Anniversary Waltz 4/4 Queasy Wendy tackles party food for Maureen as Robin tries to bond with their foster child	16:00 Counterpoint—Series 24, 2010 Heat 4 4/13 Paul Gambaccini hosts the general knowledge music quiz, this week from London. 16:30 Two Doors Down—Series 2, Mythical Kings and Iguanas 2/4 Marlborough Road's multi-tasking Saffron needs cleaner Sally's help.	16:00 Martyn Wade - Goodnight to Flamboro' The tragic short life of prolific composer William Baines, who died aged just 23.	16:00 George Bernard Shaw - The Man of Destiny 1796: a mysterious lady is drawn into a battle of wits with Napoleon
17:00	17:00 Ayres on the Air—Series 4, Winter 4/4 The magic combination of cold weather and broken boilers and the art of comparing ailments 17:30 Just a Minute—Series 86, Episode 9 9/10 Tom Allen hosts a special episode of Just a Minute.	17:00 Beauty of Britain—Series 2, Laurelmead 2/6 'A British care home is basically a big house named after a tree'. Beauty's new job. 17:30 Bridget Christie: Mortal—Life 2/4 Comedian Bridget Christie contemplates mortality and takes a look at life.	17:00 A Short Gentleman—Episode 2 2/4 Robert woos Elizabeth with a carpet. 17:30 Alone—Series 3, Undercover Hamster 3/6 Can smitten Morris impress a new woman with his love of hamsters? Stars Angus Deayton.	17:00 The Architects—Series 2, Turret 3/4 Matt designs a building with a great big turret (possibly). 17:30 Meet David Sedaris—Series 8, Instalment 6 6/6 A special series recorded at home with the world-renowned storyteller.	17:00 The Break—Series 1, The Key 1/6 City boy Andy has come to his uncle's seaside home in search of a stress-free life. 17:30 The Confessional—Series 1, The Confession of Dr. Phil Hammond 2/10 Medical revelations as Stephen Mangan takes the confession of satirist Dr. Phil Hammond.	17:30 Great Lives—Lonnie Donegan Downton Abbey actor Jim Carter champions the life and work of skiffle king Lonnie Donegan.	17:00 Poetry Extra—What Sweetness Touched Your Tongue Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 17:30 Natalie Haynes Stands Up for the Classics—Series 1, Sophocles 2/4 A fresh look at the ancient world: Sophocles invents the TV detective.
18:00	18:00 Terry Pratchett—Guards! Guards!, 6. A Million-to-One 6/6 All Captain Vimes needs to save the city is a million-to-one chance. 18:30 A Good Read—Brian Sewell and Wendy Cope Harriett Gilbert, Brian Sewell and Wendy Cope champion their favourite books.	18:00 The House on the Borderland by William Hope Hodgson—1. The Manuscript 1/4 Two friends on holiday come across a terrifying tale. First published in 1908. 18:30 Soul Music—The Impossible Dream Lesley Garrett and yachtsman Geoff Holt on the inspiring song, The Impossible Dream.	18:00 The House on the Borderland by William Hope Hodgson—2. The Siege 2/4 The narrator and his sister face the swine-like creatures' terrifying siege. 1908 novella. 18:30 Short Cuts—Series 18, Oulipo 4/6 Josie Long presents short documentaries inspired by Oulipian constraints.	18:00 The House on the Borderland by William Hope Hodgson—3. The Pit 3/4 Will the narrator and his dog survive a watery entrapment? Jim Norton reads 1908 novella. 18:30 Great Lives—Lonnie Donegan Downton Abbey actor Jim Carter champions the life and work of skiffle king Lonnie Donegan.	18:00 The House on the Borderland by William Hope Hodgson—4. The Wound 4/4 Back from his voyage, the narrator sees a sinister green hand at his window. 18:30 Off the Page—Porky Pies Richard Wiseman, Ian Leslie and Michele Hanson seek out the truth about lies.	18:00 Fear on 4—The Hairy Hand of Dartmoor An angry man, who doesn't believe in witches, drives home at night across the moors. 18:30 Robert Holmes - Aliens in the Mind—6. Final Tribulations 6/6 An MP discovers that he is a mutant being manipulated by an unidentified controller.	18:00 Elizabeth Gaskell - Curious, If True—The Crooked Branch 2/5 Farmer Nathan showers love and money on son Ben, but he has ambitions above his station. 18:45 Murder & Mystery—Series 5, Morella by Edgar Allan Poe 1/5 Edgar Allan Poe explores the notion of identity.
19:00	19:00 Steptoe and Son—Series 3, Without Prejudice 5/8 Harold persuades Albert to move out to suburbia. 19:30 Mr Finchley Goes to Paris—Episode 4 4/6 With Edgar and Robert kidnapped - is it a case of mistaken identity?	19:00 The Goon Show—Series 8, The Evils of Bushey Spon 25/26 Neddie oversees the decoration of a council lamppost. 19:30 King Street Junior—Series 3, The History Game 4/8 Mr Sims brings history alive for the class, then faces a real-life battle Mrs Rudd.	19:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 1, The Boxing Champion 4/16 The Lad knocks down a prize boxer! 19:30 Alison and Maud—Series 1, Speaking in Tongues 6/6 The Bishop comes to tea, Maud gets a computer, and there's an incident...	19:00 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 7, Episode 1 1/13 Professor Prune dons his electrical time trousers. 19:30 The House of the Spirit Levels—To Begin At The End 1/6 Nick Revell's bizarre comedy finds our hero Tony grappling with the Russian Mafia	19:00 Dad's Army—Series 1, A Stripe for Frazer 8/20 Promotion turns dour Private Frazer crazy with power. Stars John Laurie. 19:30 The Wordsmiths at Gorsemere—Series 1, Episode 3 3/4 A hungry albatross inspires Samuel Tailor Cholericke's poetic musings.	19:00 Braden Back on the Beat Richard Ingrams with a career retrospective of his multi-talented friend Bernard Braden.	19:00 Radiolab—Series 7, Plant Parade 8/8 Radiolab explores whether you need a brain to experience the world 19:55 Inheritance Tracks—Patrick Grant Savile Row designer Patrick Grant chooses 'Sympathy for the Devil' by the Rolling Stones.
20:00	20:00 A Case for Dr Morelle—12. Poisoned Air 12/13 The psychiatrist-sleuth tackles a case of risky experiments and thwarted love. 20:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—1. Childhood 1/8 Conceived in Leningrad and born in London. Peter Ustinov reads his autobiography.	20:00 A Case for Dr Morelle—13. Mr X 13/13 A man loses his memory and a woman gets nuisance calls, in a case for the psych-sleuth. 20:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—2. Drama School 2/8 Remembering his training at drama school. Peter Ustinov reads his autobiography.	20:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 1. The Bells are Rung Up 1/8 Posh sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey probes an unsolved jewel theft and a grave mystery. 20:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—3. War 3/8 Actor Peter Ustinov recalls his days as a soldier in Kent during the Second World War.	20:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 2. Lord Peter Is Called In 2/8 The elegant amateur sleuth probes the link from the body to the unsolved jewel theft. 20:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—4. Frustrations 4/8 Officer training antics and war films. Peter Ustinov reads his autobiography.	20:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 3. Bunter Breaks the Law 3/8 As Lord Peter Wimsey's probe moves to the bell tower, his manservant uses his initiative. 20:30 Peter Ustinov - Dear Me—5. Finding Work 5/8 Peter Ustinov finds work with Ralph Richardson and John Gielgud.		20:00 George Bernard Shaw - The Man of Destiny 1796: a mysterious lady is drawn into a battle of wits with Napoleon
21:00	21:00 Here's the Thing—Mickey Rourke, John Turturro and Viggo Mortensen Alec Baldwin delves into the lives of three celebrated actors.	21:00 Archive on 4—Per Ardua Ad Astra: RAF Voices From top brass to gunners, pilots and ground crew, the voices of a much-respected service.	21:00 The Inimitable PG Wodehouse—1. In the Offing 1/3 Alexander Armstrong celebrates the work of PG Wodehouse	21:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Comic Castaways 2, Paul Whitehouse From Callas to The Stones, Paul Whitehouse shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. 21:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Charnia David Attenborough's fascination with the fossilised evidence of the beginning of life.	21:00 Podcast Radio Hour—The UK Tour Chris Pearson and Laura Grimshaw tour the UK in podcasts.	21:30 The Secret Catacombs of Paris Jonathan Glancey investigates Paris's secret underground maze of tunnels.	21:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Comic Castaways 2, Vic Reeves From Hendrix to Vaughan Williams, Vic Reeves shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. 21:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Foreign Fare David Attenborough explores the natural history of potatoes, peppers and artichokes.
22:00	22:00 Just a Minute—Series 86, Episode 9 9/10 Tom Allen hosts a special episode of Just a Minute. 22:30 Chain Reaction—Series 9, Terry Christian talks to Kevin Bridges 1/6 TV presenter Terry Christian talks to stand-up comedian Kevin Bridges.	22:00 Bridget Christie: Mortal—Life 2/4 Comedian Bridget Christie contemplates mortality and takes a look at life. 22:30 Danny Robins Music Therapy—Episode 4 4/4 Danny campaigns for bagpipes to be celebrated and tries to write a Winterval number one.	22:00 Alone—Series 3, Undercover Hamster 3/6 Can smitten Morris impress a new woman with his love of hamsters? Stars Angus Deayton. 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 Meet David Sedaris—Series 8, Instalment 6 6/6 A special series recorded at home with the world-renowned storyteller. 22:30 John Kearns—2. Half-Time Passions flare and loyalty is tested at a football ground in London. 22:45 Warhorses of Letters—Series 1, Episode 2 2/4 Uncertainty and conflict mars the relationship between Napoleon and Wellington's horses.	22:00 The Confessional—Series 1, The Confession of Dr. Phil Hammond 2/10 Medical revelations as Stephen Mangan takes the confession of satirist Dr. Phil Hammond. 22:30 Goodness Gracious Me—Series 3, Episode 6 6/6 The Archers with a twist, and the Minx Twins tackle feminism.	22:00 Rigor Mortis—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 The pathologists face doing a holistic, non-invasive autopsy 22:30 Justin Moorhouse - The Big Am I Stand-Up and sketches from Manchester's Justin Moorhouse	22:00 Natalie Haynes Stands Up for the Classics—Series 1, Sophocles 2/4 A fresh look at the ancient world: Sophocles invents the TV detective. 22:30 The Iguanodon—Big Fat Liars 2/3 Don O'Reilly is spooked when the boat runs aground...
23:00	23:00 The News Quiz—Series 105, Episode 2 2/8 Andy Zaltzman presents a look back at the week's headlines. 23:30 Sean Lock - 15 Storeys High—Series 1, Jolly Shopper 3/5 Can Sean's unrealised dreams come true - thanks to a supermarket?	23:00 Small Scenes—Series 1, Episode 2 2/4 A pair of long-lost brothers meet for the first time, and a moth runs amok. 23:30 The (Almost) Accidental Adventures of Bell and Todd—Frogs 5/6 Todd and Bell are stuck in a swamp. Comic fantasy serial with June Whitfield. 23:45 Hearing with Hegley—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 Poet laureate of comedy John Hegley entertains an audience with his book of verse.	23:00 The Problem With Adam Bloom—Series 1, Restaurants 1/6 Comedian Adam Bloom sets out to investigate bad customer service. 23:15 Tina C—Tina C's Global Depression Tour, The United States 1/6 Country legend Tina C kicks off her tour to solve global recession in the USA. 23:30 Bunk Bed—Series 3, Nonsense 3/6 Patrick Marber and Peter Curran stumble through the darkness in conversation. 23:45 Fabulous—Series 1, Episode 3 3/6 Faye's cooker is beeping, work deadlines are looming and flat-hunting sucks.	23:00 1966 and All That—The 1920s and 30s 1/4 Marge Simpson marries royalty and John Yogi Bear invents TV. 23:30 Children's Hour with Armstrong and Miller—Episode 3 3/4 Craig and Martin throw a Come As You Aren't party.	23:00 The Remains of Foley and McColl—Cutting Edge 2/4 Sean and Hamish board Boris's Disco Ship to convert offshore ravers into fresh listeners 23:30 The In Crowd—Series 3, Episode 5 5/5 Sketch show with Robin Ince, Helen Moon, Smug Roberts and Kate Ward.	23:00 What Does the K Stand For?—Series 3, Let's Talk About Sex 4/4 Stephen plucks up the courage to reveal a secret. 23:30 I've Never Seen Star Wars—Series 6, Rebecca Front 3/6 Marcus Brigstocke persuades actor Rebecca Front to try out new experiences.	23:00 As Told To Craig Brown—Episode 2 2/6 The satirist ponders Tuscan holidays and asks what is the greatest fruit or vegetable? 23:30 Lionel Nimrod's Inexplicable World—Series 2, The Human Body 3/6 The sci-fi star probes cloning and what to do with our waste.

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