Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 6 - 12 December 2021

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00:00	00:00 A Short History of Gothic—3. The Lady of the House of Love by Angela Carter 3/4 A vampire tale with a twist. An unwary officer meets the last Nosferatu family. 00:30 Terry Pratchett—Small Gods, 3. The City of Citadel 3/4 Novice Brutha stands up to the devious Deacon Vorbus.	00:00 The First Church of the New Millennium by Bryan Appleyard—Episode 1 1/10 In 1999, architect Stephen Rix has a vision of something that he should build. 00:15 The Testament of Jessie Lamb—1. Jessie 1/5 Can teenager Jessie Lamb save humanity with the impact of biological terrorism? 00:30 A Good Read—Terry Deary and Shappi Khorsandi Terry Deary and Shappi Khorsandi talk good books with Harriett Gilbert.	00:00 The First Church of the New Millennium by Bryan Appleyard—Episode 2 2/10 Can Stephen Rix convince others to share in his vision of a new Gothic cathedral? 00:15 The Testament of Jessie Lamb—2. Taking Action 2/5 As her own world falls apart, Jessie realises she must act. 00:30 Soul Music—Brahms' German Requiem How Brahms's work, a tribute to his mother, has touched and changed people's lives.	00:00 The First Church of the New Millennium by Bryan Appleyard—Episode 3 3/10 Can architect Stephen Rix find financial backing for his plan to build a Gothic cathedral? 00:15 The Testament of Jessie Lamb—3. Support 3/5 As the death toll mounts, Jessie’s act of heroism could save the human race. 00:30 The Radio Detectives—Series 1, Send for Paul Temple 1/5 Professor Jeffrey Richards recalls the husband and wife team that battled villains.	00:00 The First Church of the New Millennium by Bryan Appleyard—Episode 4 4/10 Architect Stephen Rix wants his mistress to come with him to the country. 00:15 The Testament of Jessie Lamb—4. Obstacle 4/5 Jessie's world is in crisis, but her father’s adamant she shouldn’t volunteer. 00:30 Great Lives—Andrea Catherwood on Constance Markievicz Constance Markievicz, Irish rebel countess and the first woman elected to Parliament.	00:00 The First Church of the New Millennium by Bryan Appleyard—Episode 5 5/10 As architect Stephen Rix builds his cathedral, he makes dramatic decision about his life. 00:15 The Testament of Jessie Lamb—5. Action 5/5 With her own world falling apart, Jessie realises it is time to take action. 00:30 Off the Page—The Garden of Eden Dominic Arkwright and guests discuss the idea of heaven on Earth.	00:00 Algernon Blackwood - The Empty Sleeve A violinist’s desire for a rare instrument is irresistible and has dire consequences. 00:45 Playing With Fire by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle A Frenchman joins a group of friends at a séance - and conducts a dangerous experiment.
01:00	01:00 The Book of Dust by Philip Pullman (Omnibus)—La Belle Sauvage 1/2 The tale of a pot boy named Malcolm Polstead, and a girl hidden in a convent.	01:00 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—5. Smaller Shrinks the Standing Corn 5/6 Can teacher Johnny Shields survive the demands of the smuggling gang? 01:30 Burnt—6. The Danger of Exposure 6/6 Exposing guilt is dangerous when the powerful are rotten and idealists are liars.	01:00 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—6. Don't Go Near The Water 6/6 Has Johnny Shields survived the latest attempt by the smugglers to prevent his escape? 01:30 Deep Six—1. Target 1/6 Ex-SAS agent Terry's new assignment sparks alarm.	01:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 1. Stranger 1/3 The Argyle Family is visited by a stranger with unwelcome news. 01:30 Deep Six—2. Suspect 2/6 Ex-SAS agent Terry is dispatched to retrieve a file only to find death and suspicion.	01:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 2. Searching 2/3 Dr Calgary joins forces with Huish to find out the truth about Rachel Argyle's murder. 01:30 Deep Six—3. Loose Ends 3/6 Ex-SAS agent Terry, wrongly accused, is on the run from gangsters and security services	01:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 3. On Guard 3/3 Now Philip has been found dead, Dr Calgary is believed, and everyone is on their guard. 01:30 Deep Six—4. Framed 4/6 Wrongfully framed, ex-SAS agent Terry Prince searches for the real murderer.	01:00 Archive on 4—Priestley's Postscripts An exploration of JB Priestley's hugely popular Second World War radio broadcasts.
02:00	02:10 Inheritance Tracks—Paul Young Singer Paul Young chooses songs by Mitch Miller and Otis Redding. 02:20 Ben Lewis - House Rules (Omnibus)—Series 2 Witty drama capturing a family’s weekly meetings. Written by Ben Lewis.	02:00 A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce—Episode 1 1/10 James Joyce's autobiographical masterpiece, read by Andrew Scott. 02:15 D for Dexter—Series 1, Episode 1 1/5 Skye and her baby brother get into trouble with the neighbours. 02:30 Backstage Tales Midge Ure goes backstage into the bizarre world of musicians on tour.	02:00 A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce—Episode 2 2/10 The scandal of Parnell's affair and his subsequent death have divided Stephen's family. 02:15 D for Dexter—Series 1, Episode 2 2/5 Dexter's cough is worse and all of his clothes are dirty. 02:30 78 Revolutions Jenny Hammerton - a DJ of 78s - explores why the old discs are still alive and kicking.	02:00 A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce—Episode 3 3/10 Stephen and his family have to leave their home and move to a smaller house in Dublin. 02:15 D for Dexter—Series 1, Episode 3 3/5 Skye has made friends with Evan. But now Dexter's medicine is missing. 02:30 August Shines Lenny Henry tells the story of August Wilson, America's greatest modern black playwright.	02:00 A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce—Episode 4 4/10 Stephen accompanies his father to Cork and is embarrassed by his behaviour. 02:15 D for Dexter—Series 1, Episode 4 4/5 Skye has learned to play a D. But now her Mum has come home drunk. 02:30 Spank the Plank Mitch Benn investigates the history of slap bass - and even tries to learn the technique.	02:00 A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce—Episode 5 5/10 Father Arnall describes damnation for sinners. Stephen feels every word is meant for him. 02:15 D for Dexter—Series 1, Episode 5 5/5 Skye has run away after her Mum stole Dexter's medicine. 02:30 Songlines—Somewhere Over the Rainbow John Cavanagh tells the story behind Judy Garland's legendary theme tune.	02:00 The Penny Dreadfuls—The Curse of the Beagle A comedic exploration of a young Charles Darwin's adventures aboard the HMS Beagle.
03:00	03:30 George on George George Harrison and Russell Davies look back at the life of entertainer, George Formby.	03:00 Drama on 4—Jayne Lake 15 years after losing her sight in an attack, a reunion brings ghosts from Meggie's past.	03:00 Ben Hur—1. A Friendship Betrayed 1/4 A Jewish prince is betrayed and sent into slavery by his Roman soldier friend.	03:00 Ben Hur—2. Son of Arrius 2/4 Freed from slavery, the prince encounters his old enemy Messala.	03:00 Ben Hur—3. The Chariot Race 3/4 The prince and his former friend Messala try to exact brutal revenge on each other.	03:00 Ben Hur—4. The King Comes into His Kingdom 4/4 After the prince's victory in the chariot race, news arrives of his mother and sister.	03:00 Susan Calman - Keep Calman Carry On—Series 2, Gardening 1/4 Susan Calman tries to learn how to unwind, by learning about gardening from Val McDermid. 03:30 Old Harry's Game—Series 7, Episode 4 4/6 Why is a baby in Hell? Can God be persuaded to bring it back to life?
04:00	04:00 Jonathan Smith - The Last Bark of the Bulldog 1953: Prime Minister Winston Churchill suffers a stroke and a political crisis ensues.	04:00 It's Your Round—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 With panellists Andrew Maxwell, Celia Pacquola, Will Smith and Jason Solomons. 04:30 The Leopard in Autumn—Series 1, Plethora Princess Regent 6/6 Awaiting news of a new pope, Plethora takes over Monte Guano and Ludovico takes to bed.	04:00 The 3rd Degree—Series 3, Anglia Ruskin University 1/6 Three Anglia Ruskin University students take on their professors in the upbeat quiz. 04:30 The Mitch Benn Music Show—Series 1, 3. Hils Baker 3/6 The musical comedian presents his selection of some of the finest comic songs.	04:00 Listomania—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 Susan Calman challenges Sarah Millican, Andrew O'Neill, Ricky Wilson and Roisin Conaty. 04:30 All the Young Dudes—Series 1, Girls Talk 4/6 Patrick and Helen get dragged to a stag and hen night for a couple neither of them know.	04:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 19, Episode 5 5/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 04:30 Clare in the Community—Series 2, Past Caring 1/6 The social worker holds a birthday dinner for Brian, but who is the mystery guest?	04:00 Funny You Should Ask—From 13/08/1979 Peter Jones tests three experts in comedy - Roy Hudd, Doris Hare and Dick Vosburgh. 04:30 In the Red—Episode 3 3/7 BBC reporter George Cragge probes the murder of another London bank manager.	04:00 Al Hunter - However Comedy of love and war set in the Russo-Japanese war. Stars John Gordon Sinclair.
05:00	05:00 Poetry Extra—A Vision on Peckham Rye Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 05:30 Natalie Haynes Stands Up for the Classics—Series 2, Plato 3/4 Natalie Haynes stands up for one of the greatest all-time thinkers, Plato.	05:00 In and Out of the Kitchen—Series 1, July 15th to 19th 3/4 Damien and Anthony go on holiday so that their builder can crack on with the kitchen. 05:30 I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue—Series 76, Episode 1 1/6 76th Series of the multi award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee.	05:00 Bad Salsa—Series 1, All Change 3/4 After their cancer treatment, Chippy is mad, Jill is sad and Terri is dangerous to know. 05:30 The Casebook of Max and Ivan—Series 2, Case #47 - Crime Writing Doesn't Pay 2/4 Jason Watkins stars as an erotic crime author in an investigation into copycat crimes.	05:00 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 6, Cheese Cricket 4/6 Ed finds himself a surprise hit on a brand new Radio 4 'topical quiz with a tasty twist'. 05:30 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 11, Blyth, Northumberland 1/3 Mark travels to former coal town Blyth in Northumberland to uncover stories and characters	05:00 Meet David Sedaris—Series 6, Of Mice and Men; A Can of Worms 2/6 The globetrotting, trash-picking, aisle-rolling storyteller with more wit and wisdom. 05:30 Relativity—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Jane treats Ken and Margaret to a slap up cream tea with a little too much prosecco.	05:00 Welcome to Our Village, Please Invade Carefully—Series 1, Minimum Volume 2/4 Katrina attempts to sabotage Uljabaan's post-invasion education programme. 05:30 It's Not What You Know—Series 5, Episode 3 3/4 Joe Lycett tests Mel C, Kerry Godliman and Jack Carroll on who they know, not what.	05:30 Great Lives—Andrea Catherwood on Constance Markievicz Constance Markievicz, Irish rebel countess and the first woman elected to Parliament.
06:00	06:00 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—5. Smaller Shrinks the Standing Corn 5/6 Can teacher Johnny Shields survive the demands of the smuggling gang? 06:30 Burnt—6. The Danger of Exposure 6/6 Exposing guilt is dangerous when the powerful are rotten and idealists are liars.	06:00 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—6. Don't Go Near The Water 6/6 Has Johnny Shields survived the latest attempt by the smugglers to prevent his escape? 06:30 Deep Six—1. Target 1/6 Ex-SAS agent Terry's new assignment sparks alarm.	06:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 1. Stranger 1/3 The Argyle Family is visited by a stranger with unwelcome news. 06:30 Deep Six—2. Suspect 2/6 Ex-SAS agent Terry is dispatched to retrieve a file only to find death and suspicion.	06:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 2. Searching 2/3 Dr Calgary joins forces with Huish to find out the truth about Rachel Argyle's murder. 06:30 Deep Six—3. Loose Ends 3/6 Ex-SAS agent Terry, wrongly accused, is on the run from gangsters and security services	06:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 3. On Guard 3/3 Now Philip has been found dead, Dr Calgary is believed, and everyone is on their guard. 06:30 Deep Six—4. Framed 4/6 Wrongfully framed, ex-SAS agent Terry Prince searches for the real murderer.	06:00 Al Hunter - However Comedy of love and war set in the Russo-Japanese war. Stars John Gordon Sinclair.	06:00 A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce (Omnibus)—Episode 1 Stephen Dedalus is growing up, absorbing the culture and religion of his native Ireland.
07:00	07:00 In and Out of the Kitchen—Series 1, July 15th to 19th 3/4 Damien and Anthony go on holiday so that their builder can crack on with the kitchen. 07:30 I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue—Series 76, Episode 1 1/6 76th Series of the multi award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee.	07:00 Bad Salsa—Series 1, All Change 3/4 After their cancer treatment, Chippy is mad, Jill is sad and Terri is dangerous to know. 07:30 The Casebook of Max and Ivan—Series 2, Case #47 - Crime Writing Doesn't Pay 2/4 Jason Watkins stars as an erotic crime author in an investigation into copycat crimes.	07:00 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 6, Cheese Cricket 4/6 Ed finds himself a surprise hit on a brand new Radio 4 'topical quiz with a tasty twist'. 07:30 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 11, Blyth, Northumberland 1/3 Mark travels to former coal town Blyth in Northumberland to uncover stories and characters	07:00 Meet David Sedaris—Series 6, Of Mice and Men; A Can of Worms 2/6 The globetrotting, trash-picking, aisle-rolling storyteller with more wit and wisdom. 07:30 Relativity—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Jane treats Ken and Margaret to a slap up cream tea with a little too much prosecco.	07:00 Welcome to Our Village, Please Invade Carefully—Series 1, Minimum Volume 2/4 Katrina attempts to sabotage Uljabaan's post-invasion education programme. 07:30 It's Not What You Know—Series 5, Episode 3 3/4 Joe Lycett tests Mel C, Kerry Godliman and Jack Carroll on who they know, not what.	07:30 Great Lives—Andrea Catherwood on Constance Markievicz Constance Markievicz, Irish rebel countess and the first woman elected to Parliament.	07:10 Inheritance Tracks—Natascha McElhone Actress Natascha McElhone chooses 'Jamming' by Bob Marley & the Wailers. 07:20 D for Dexter (Omnibus)—Series 1 11-year-old Skye is left to look after her little brother Dexter. How will she cope?
08:00	08:00 Marriage Lines—Series 2, Episode 2 2/13 Frustrated George and Kate's baby is a week overdue. 08:30 Old Dog and Partridge—Episode 4 4/6 Jack is in for a birthday surprise, while a ladykiller woos barmaid Mrs Drummond.	08:00 Round the Horne—Series 2, Episode 12 12/13 A deadly doctor returns, and celebrity wannabe Kenneth Horne gets some bona advice. 08:30 Winston—Winston in Europe, Finis 6/6 On the family's whistle-stop tour of Europe, Father shows them where he married Mother.	08:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 4, The 13th of the Series 13/20 The Lad gets triskaidekaphobic over the recording of this show. 08:30 No Commitments—Series 4, Two at a Time 6/6 Victoria is convinced Anna is having a secret affair, while Charlotte heads for a fall.	08:00 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 8, Episode 13 13/13 A song-packed edition - and is it really the end for Radio Prune? 08:30 King Street Junior—Series 4, 8. That Old Time Religion 8/8 There's a chewing gum fiend on the loose and the Open Day opens a can of cultural worms.	08:00 Dad's Army—Series 2, The Day the Balloon Went Up 20/20 Mainwaring gets carried away with the platoon's war effort. 08:30 Second Thoughts—Series 3, Backs to the Drawing Board 7/8 Bill takes time off to help a friend, but Faith is already working at home.	08:00 Listomania—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 Susan Calman challenges Sarah Millican, Andrew O'Neill, Ricky Wilson and Roisin Conaty. 08:30 All the Young Dudes—Series 1, Girls Talk 4/6 Patrick and Helen get dragged to a stag and hen night for a couple neither of them know.	08:30 A Life of Bliss—Mixed Feelings David has been dating Zoe for over a year. Is it time to make a firmer commitment?
09:00	09:00 It's Your Round—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 With panellists Andrew Maxwell, Celia Pacquola, Will Smith and Jason Solomons. 09:30 The Leopard in Autumn—Series 1, Plethora Princess Regent 6/6 Awaiting news of a new pope, Plethora takes over Monte Guano and Ludovico takes to bed.	09:00 The Now Show—Series 59, Episode 6 6/6 Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches 09:30 The Mitch Benn Music Show—Series 1, 3. Hils Baker 3/6 The musical comedian presents his selection of some of the finest comic songs.	09:00 Listomania—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 Susan Calman challenges Sarah Millican, Andrew O'Neill, Ricky Wilson and Roisin Conaty. 09:30 All the Young Dudes—Series 1, Girls Talk 4/6 Patrick and Helen get dragged to a stag and hen night for a couple neither of them know.	09:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 19, Episode 5 5/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 09:30 Clare in the Community—Series 2, Past Caring 1/6 The social worker holds a birthday dinner for Brian, but who is the mystery guest?	09:00 Funny You Should Ask—From 13/08/1979 Peter Jones tests three experts in comedy - Roy Hudd, Doris Hare and Dick Vosburgh. 09:30 In the Red—Episode 3 3/7 BBC reporter George Cragge probes the murder of another London bank manager.	09:00 The Lives of Harry Towers The story of the life and radio times of prolific and notorious producer Harry Alan Towers	09:00 The Clitheroe Kid—Series 5, After The Film Was Over 3/20 Desperate schoolboy Jimmy starts scheming to see a violent mobster movie. 09:30 In and Out of the Kitchen—Series 1, July 15th to 19th 3/4 Damien and Anthony go on holiday so that their builder can crack on with the kitchen.
10:00	10:00 Drama on 4—Jayne Lake 15 years after losing her sight in an attack, a reunion brings ghosts from Meggie's past.	10:00 Ben Hur—1. A Friendship Betrayed 1/4 A Jewish prince is betrayed and sent into slavery by his Roman soldier friend.	10:00 Ben Hur—2. Son of Arrius 2/4 Freed from slavery, the prince encounters his old enemy Messala.	10:00 Ben Hur—3. The Chariot Race 3/4 The prince and his former friend Messala try to exact brutal revenge on each other.	10:00 Ben Hur—4. The King Comes into His Kingdom 4/4 After the prince's victory in the chariot race, news arrives of his mother and sister.		10:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Absent Friends 2021, Jackie Mason 2/4 Jackie Mason, American comedian, is interviewed by Kirsty Young for Desert Island Discs 10:45 Curious Cases—Series 12, Two Infinities and Beyond, Part 2 Is anything in the Universe infinite? Science sleuths Drs Rutherford and Fry investigate.
11:00	11:00 TED Radio Hour—Series 8, Building Our Zero Emissions Future 32/48 Manoush Zomorodi explores possible solutions for climate change. 11:50 Inheritance Tracks—Bobby Gillespie 'The Band Played Waltzing Matilda’ by June Tabor and ‘Joe Hill’ by The Dubliners.	11:00 Archive on 4—Priestley's Postscripts An exploration of JB Priestley's hugely popular Second World War radio broadcasts.	11:00 Unsung Heroines—1. Annie Russell-Maunder, Beryl Burton, Flo Bilton, Jayaben Desai, Sulpicia, Sophia Jex-Blake 1/3 Viv Groskop celebrates amazing women whose names aren't as well known as they should be.	11:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Absent Friends 2021, Charlie Watts 1/4 The Rolling Stones drummer shares his music choice with Sue Lawley. From 2001. 11:45 Curious Cases—Series 12, Two Infinities and Beyond, Part 1 Does infinity exist? And why are some infinities bigger than others?	11:00 Podcast Radio Hour—What's New For December? Chris Pearson and Scott Bryan present the best new podcasts for December.		11:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Series 10, A Divorcee, A Freedom Rider, and New Mother 6/8 True stories told live in the USA. 11:55 Inheritance Tracks—Natascha McElhone Actress Natascha McElhone chooses 'Jamming' by Bob Marley & the Wailers.
12:00	12:00 Marriage Lines—Series 2, Episode 2 2/13 Frustrated George and Kate's baby is a week overdue. 12:30 Old Dog and Partridge—Episode 4 4/6 Jack is in for a birthday surprise, while a ladykiller woos barmaid Mrs Drummond.	12:00 Round the Horne—Series 2, Episode 12 12/13 A deadly doctor returns, and celebrity wannabe Kenneth Horne gets some bona advice. 12:30 Winston—Winston in Europe, Finis 6/6 On the family's whistle-stop tour of Europe, Father shows them where he married Mother.	12:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 4, The 13th of the Series 13/20 The Lad gets triskaidekaphobic over the recording of this show. 12:30 No Commitments—Series 4, Two at a Time 6/6 Victoria is convinced Anna is having a secret affair, while Charlotte heads for a fall.	12:00 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 8, Episode 13 13/13 A song-packed edition - and is it really the end for Radio Prune? 12:30 King Street Junior—Series 4, 8. That Old Time Religion 8/8 There's a chewing gum fiend on the loose and the Open Day opens a can of cultural worms.	12:00 Dad's Army—Series 2, The Day the Balloon Went Up 20/20 Mainwaring gets carried away with the platoon's war effort. 12:30 Second Thoughts—Series 3, Backs to the Drawing Board 7/8 Bill takes time off to help a friend, but Faith is already working at home.	12:00 Clare in the Community—Series 2, Past Caring 1/6 The social worker holds a birthday dinner for Brian, but who is the mystery guest? 12:30 Dad's Army—Series 2, The Day the Balloon Went Up 20/20 Mainwaring gets carried away with the platoon's war effort.	12:00 Poetry Extra—Adventures in Poetry - Journey of the Magi Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 12:30 Natalie Haynes Stands Up for the Classics—Series 2, Agrippina 4/4 Natalie Haynes stands up for Agrippina the Younger, who bossed it in first century Rome.
13:00	13:00 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—5. Smaller Shrinks the Standing Corn 5/6 Can teacher Johnny Shields survive the demands of the smuggling gang? 13:30 Burnt—6. The Danger of Exposure 6/6 Exposing guilt is dangerous when the powerful are rotten and idealists are liars.	13:00 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—6. Don't Go Near The Water 6/6 Has Johnny Shields survived the latest attempt by the smugglers to prevent his escape? 13:30 Deep Six—1. Target 1/6 Ex-SAS agent Terry's new assignment sparks alarm.	13:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 1. Stranger 1/3 The Argyle Family is visited by a stranger with unwelcome news. 13:30 Deep Six—2. Suspect 2/6 Ex-SAS agent Terry is dispatched to retrieve a file only to find death and suspicion.	13:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 2. Searching 2/3 Dr Calgary joins forces with Huish to find out the truth about Rachel Argyle's murder. 13:30 Deep Six—3. Loose Ends 3/6 Ex-SAS agent Terry, wrongly accused, is on the run from gangsters and security services	13:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 3. On Guard 3/3 Now Philip has been found dead, Dr Calgary is believed, and everyone is on their guard. 13:30 Deep Six—4. Framed 4/6 Wrongfully framed, ex-SAS agent Terry Prince searches for the real murderer.	13:00 Archive on 4—Priestley's Postscripts An exploration of JB Priestley's hugely popular Second World War radio broadcasts.	13:00 The Book of Dust by Philip Pullman (Omnibus)—La Belle Sauvage 2/2 Malcolm returns to see Alice at the Priory to find out who has been helping Bonneville.
14:00	14:00 A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce—Episode 1 1/10 James Joyce's autobiographical masterpiece, read by Andrew Scott. 14:15 D for Dexter—Series 1, Episode 1 1/5 Skye and her baby brother get into trouble with the neighbours. 14:30 Backstage Tales Midge Ure goes backstage into the bizarre world of musicians on tour.	14:00 A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce—Episode 2 2/10 The scandal of Parnell's affair and his subsequent death have divided Stephen's family. 14:15 D for Dexter—Series 1, Episode 2 2/5 Dexter's cough is worse and all of his clothes are dirty. 14:30 78 Revolutions Jenny Hammerton - a DJ of 78s - explores why the old discs are still alive and kicking.	14:00 A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce—Episode 3 3/10 Stephen and his family have to leave their home and move to a smaller house in Dublin. 14:15 D for Dexter—Series 1, Episode 3 3/5 Skye has made friends with Evan. But now Dexter's medicine is missing. 14:30 August Shines Lenny Henry tells the story of August Wilson, America's greatest modern black playwright.	14:00 A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce—Episode 4 4/10 Stephen accompanies his father to Cork and is embarrassed by his behaviour. 14:15 D for Dexter—Series 1, Episode 4 4/5 Skye has learned to play a D. But now her Mum has come home drunk. 14:30 Spank the Plank Mitch Benn investigates the history of slap bass - and even tries to learn the technique.	14:00 A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce—Episode 5 5/10 Father Arnall describes damnation for sinners. Stephen feels every word is meant for him. 14:15 D for Dexter—Series 1, Episode 5 5/5 Skye has run away after her Mum stole Dexter's medicine. 14:30 Songlines—Somewhere Over the Rainbow John Cavanagh tells the story behind Judy Garland's legendary theme tune.	14:00 The Penny Dreadfuls—The Curse of the Beagle A comedic exploration of a young Charles Darwin's adventures aboard the HMS Beagle.	14:10 Inheritance Tracks—Ralph McTell Ralph McTell with tracks by the Dinning Sisters and Robert Johnson. 14:20 The Latvian Locum (Omnibus)—Series 1 Offbeat comic drama following the experiences of Latvian locum Dr Dace Zake.
15:00	15:00 Drama on 4—Jayne Lake 15 years after losing her sight in an attack, a reunion brings ghosts from Meggie's past.	15:00 Ben Hur—1. A Friendship Betrayed 1/4 A Jewish prince is betrayed and sent into slavery by his Roman soldier friend.	15:00 Ben Hur—2. Son of Arrius 2/4 Freed from slavery, the prince encounters his old enemy Messala.	15:00 Ben Hur—3. The Chariot Race 3/4 The prince and his former friend Messala try to exact brutal revenge on each other.	15:00 Ben Hur—4. The King Comes into His Kingdom 4/4 After the prince's victory in the chariot race, news arrives of his mother and sister.	15:00 Susan Calman - Keep Calman Carry On—Series 2, Gardening 1/4 Susan Calman tries to learn how to unwind, by learning about gardening from Val McDermid. 15:30 Old Harry's Game—Series 7, Episode 4 4/6 Why is a baby in Hell? Can God be persuaded to bring it back to life?	15:30 August Shines Lenny Henry tells the story of August Wilson, America's greatest modern black playwright.
16:00	16:00 It's Your Round—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 With panellists Andrew Maxwell, Celia Pacquola, Will Smith and Jason Solomons. 16:30 The Leopard in Autumn—Series 1, Plethora Princess Regent 6/6 Awaiting news of a new pope, Plethora takes over Monte Guano and Ludovico takes to bed.	16:00 The 3rd Degree—Series 3, Anglia Ruskin University 1/6 Three Anglia Ruskin University students take on their professors in the upbeat quiz. 16:30 The Mitch Benn Music Show—Series 1, 3. Hils Baker 3/6 The musical comedian presents his selection of some of the finest comic songs.	16:00 Listomania—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 Susan Calman challenges Sarah Millican, Andrew O'Neill, Ricky Wilson and Roisin Conaty. 16:30 All the Young Dudes—Series 1, Girls Talk 4/6 Patrick and Helen get dragged to a stag and hen night for a couple neither of them know.	16:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 19, Episode 5 5/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 16:30 Clare in the Community—Series 2, Past Caring 1/6 The social worker holds a birthday dinner for Brian, but who is the mystery guest?	16:00 Funny You Should Ask—From 13/08/1979 Peter Jones tests three experts in comedy - Roy Hudd, Doris Hare and Dick Vosburgh. 16:30 In the Red—Episode 3 3/7 BBC reporter George Cragge probes the murder of another London bank manager.	16:00 Al Hunter - However Comedy of love and war set in the Russo-Japanese war. Stars John Gordon Sinclair.	16:00 Peter Tinniswood—Next Time We Might Play Better An inept quartet of musicians' fervent aim is to improve.
17:00	17:00 In and Out of the Kitchen—Series 1, July 15th to 19th 3/4 Damien and Anthony go on holiday so that their builder can crack on with the kitchen. 17:30 I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue—Series 76, Episode 1 1/6 76th Series of the multi award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee.	17:00 Bad Salsa—Series 1, All Change 3/4 After their cancer treatment, Chippy is mad, Jill is sad and Terri is dangerous to know. 17:30 The Casebook of Max and Ivan—Series 2, Case #47 - Crime Writing Doesn't Pay 2/4 Jason Watkins stars as an erotic crime author in an investigation into copycat crimes.	17:00 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 6, Cheese Cricket 4/6 Ed finds himself a surprise hit on a brand new Radio 4 'topical quiz with a tasty twist'. 17:30 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 11, Blyth, Northumberland 1/3 Mark travels to former coal town Blyth in Northumberland to uncover stories and characters	17:00 Meet David Sedaris—Series 6, Of Mice and Men; A Can of Worms 2/6 The globetrotting, trash-picking, aisle-rolling storyteller with more wit and wisdom. 17:30 Relativity—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Jane treats Ken and Margaret to a slap up cream tea with a little too much prosecco.	17:00 Welcome to Our Village, Please Invade Carefully—Series 1, Minimum Volume 2/4 Katrina attempts to sabotage Uljabaan's post-invasion education programme. 17:30 It's Not What You Know—Series 5, Episode 3 3/4 Joe Lycett tests Mel C, Kerry Godliman and Jack Carroll on who they know, not what.	17:30 Great Lives—Andrea Catherwood on Constance Markievicz Constance Markievicz, Irish rebel countess and the first woman elected to Parliament.	17:00 Poetry Extra—Adventures in Poetry - Journey of the Magi Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 17:30 Natalie Haynes Stands Up for the Classics—Series 2, Agrippina 4/4 Natalie Haynes stands up for Agrippina the Younger, who bossed it in first century Rome.
18:00	18:00 The First Church of the New Millennium by Bryan Appleyard—Episode 1 1/10 In 1999, architect Stephen Rix has a vision of something that he should build. 18:15 The Testament of Jessie Lamb—1. Jessie 1/5 Can teenager Jessie Lamb save humanity with the impact of biological terrorism? 18:30 A Good Read—Terry Deary and Shappi Khorsandi Terry Deary and Shappi Khorsandi talk good books with Harriett Gilbert.	18:00 The First Church of the New Millennium by Bryan Appleyard—Episode 2 2/10 Can Stephen Rix convince others to share in his vision of a new Gothic cathedral? 18:15 The Testament of Jessie Lamb—2. Taking Action 2/5 As her own world falls apart, Jessie realises she must act. 18:30 Soul Music—Brahms' German Requiem How Brahms's work, a tribute to his mother, has touched and changed people's lives.	18:00 The First Church of the New Millennium by Bryan Appleyard—Episode 3 3/10 Can architect Stephen Rix find financial backing for his plan to build a Gothic cathedral? 18:15 The Testament of Jessie Lamb—3. Support 3/5 As the death toll mounts, Jessie’s act of heroism could save the human race. 18:30 The Radio Detectives—Series 1, Send for Paul Temple 1/5 Professor Jeffrey Richards recalls the husband and wife team that battled villains.	18:00 The First Church of the New Millennium by Bryan Appleyard—Episode 4 4/10 Architect Stephen Rix wants his mistress to come with him to the country. 18:15 The Testament of Jessie Lamb—4. Obstacle 4/5 Jessie's world is in crisis, but her father’s adamant she shouldn’t volunteer. 18:30 Great Lives—Andrea Catherwood on Constance Markievicz Constance Markievicz, Irish rebel countess and the first woman elected to Parliament.	18:00 The First Church of the New Millennium by Bryan Appleyard—Episode 5 5/10 As architect Stephen Rix builds his cathedral, he makes dramatic decision about his life. 18:15 The Testament of Jessie Lamb—5. Action 5/5 With her own world falling apart, Jessie realises it is time to take action. 18:30 Off the Page—The Garden of Eden Dominic Arkwright and guests discuss the idea of heaven on Earth.	18:00 Algernon Blackwood - The Empty Sleeve A violinist’s desire for a rare instrument is irresistible and has dire consequences. 18:45 Playing With Fire by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle A Frenchman joins a group of friends at a séance - and conducts a dangerous experiment.	18:00 A Short History of Gothic—4. Those Who Seek Forgiveness by Laurell K Hamilton 4/4 Vampire hunter Anita Blake helps a woman revive her recently deceased husband. But why? 18:30 Terry Pratchett—Small Gods, 4. Vorbis the Prophet 4/4 Deacon Vorbis proclaims himself the One True Prophet.
19:00	19:00 Marriage Lines—Series 2, Episode 2 2/13 Frustrated George and Kate's baby is a week overdue. 19:30 Old Dog and Partridge—Episode 4 4/6 Jack is in for a birthday surprise, while a ladykiller woos barmaid Mrs Drummond.	19:00 Round the Horne—Series 2, Episode 12 12/13 A deadly doctor returns, and celebrity wannabe Kenneth Horne gets some bona advice. 19:30 Winston—Winston in Europe, Finis 6/6 On the family's whistle-stop tour of Europe, Father shows them where he married Mother.	19:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 4, The 13th of the Series 13/20 The Lad gets triskaidekaphobic over the recording of this show. 19:30 No Commitments—Series 4, Two at a Time 6/6 Victoria is convinced Anna is having a secret affair, while Charlotte heads for a fall.	19:00 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 8, Episode 13 13/13 A song-packed edition - and is it really the end for Radio Prune? 19:30 King Street Junior—Series 4, 8. That Old Time Religion 8/8 There's a chewing gum fiend on the loose and the Open Day opens a can of cultural worms.	19:00 Dad's Army—Series 2, The Day the Balloon Went Up 20/20 Mainwaring gets carried away with the platoon's war effort. 19:30 Second Thoughts—Series 3, Backs to the Drawing Board 7/8 Bill takes time off to help a friend, but Faith is already working at home.	19:00 The Lives of Harry Towers The story of the life and radio times of prolific and notorious producer Harry Alan Towers	19:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Series 10, A Divorcee, A Freedom Rider, and New Mother 6/8 True stories told live in the USA. 19:55 Inheritance Tracks—Natascha McElhone Actress Natascha McElhone chooses 'Jamming' by Bob Marley & the Wailers.
20:00	20:00 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—5. Smaller Shrinks the Standing Corn 5/6 Can teacher Johnny Shields survive the demands of the smuggling gang? 20:30 Burnt—6. The Danger of Exposure 6/6 Exposing guilt is dangerous when the powerful are rotten and idealists are liars.	20:00 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—6. Don't Go Near The Water 6/6 Has Johnny Shields survived the latest attempt by the smugglers to prevent his escape? 20:30 Deep Six—1. Target 1/6 Ex-SAS agent Terry's new assignment sparks alarm.	20:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 1. Stranger 1/3 The Argyle Family is visited by a stranger with unwelcome news. 20:30 Deep Six—2. Suspect 2/6 Ex-SAS agent Terry is dispatched to retrieve a file only to find death and suspicion.	20:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 2. Searching 2/3 Dr Calgary joins forces with Huish to find out the truth about Rachel Argyle's murder. 20:30 Deep Six—3. Loose Ends 3/6 Ex-SAS agent Terry, wrongly accused, is on the run from gangsters and security services	20:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 3. On Guard 3/3 Now Philip has been found dead, Dr Calgary is believed, and everyone is on their guard. 20:30 Deep Six—4. Framed 4/6 Wrongfully framed, ex-SAS agent Terry Prince searches for the real murderer.		20:00 Peter Tinniswood—Next Time We Might Play Better An inept quartet of musicians' fervent aim is to improve.
21:00	21:00 TED Radio Hour—Series 8, Building Our Zero Emissions Future 32/48 Manoush Zomorodi explores possible solutions for climate change. 21:50 Inheritance Tracks—Bobby Gillespie 'The Band Played Waltzing Matilda’ by June Tabor and ‘Joe Hill’ by The Dubliners.	21:00 Archive on 4—Priestley's Postscripts An exploration of JB Priestley's hugely popular Second World War radio broadcasts.	21:00 Unsung Heroines—1. Annie Russell-Maunder, Beryl Burton, Flo Bilton, Jayaben Desai, Sulpicia, Sophia Jex-Blake 1/3 Viv Groskop celebrates amazing women whose names aren't as well known as they should be.	21:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Absent Friends 2021, Charlie Watts 1/4 The Rolling Stones drummer shares his music choice with Sue Lawley. From 2001. 21:45 Curious Cases—Series 12, Two Infinities and Beyond, Part 1 Does infinity exist? And why are some infinities bigger than others?	21:00 Podcast Radio Hour—What's New For December? Chris Pearson and Scott Bryan present the best new podcasts for December.		21:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Absent Friends 2021, Jackie Mason 2/4 Jackie Mason, American comedian, is interviewed by Kirsty Young for Desert Island Discs 21:45 Curious Cases—Series 12, Two Infinities and Beyond, Part 2 Is anything in the Universe infinite? Science sleuths Drs Rutherford and Fry investigate.
22:00	22:00 I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue—Series 76, Episode 1 1/6 76th Series of the multi award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee. 22:30 Life With Lederer—Series 1, 1. The Body Beautiful 1/5 Helen Lederer reveals the first of her recipes for coping with life. 22:45 Date With Fate—A Damp Fib 1/4 A surveyor's clerk tries hard to cover up a huge white lie.	22:00 The Casebook of Max and Ivan—Series 2, Case #47 - Crime Writing Doesn't Pay 2/4 Jason Watkins stars as an erotic crime author in an investigation into copycat crimes. 22:30 Susan Calman - Keep Calman Carry On—Series 2, Gardening 1/4 Susan Calman tries to learn how to unwind, by learning about gardening from Val McDermid.	22:00 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 11, Blyth, Northumberland 1/3 Mark travels to former coal town Blyth in Northumberland to uncover stories and characters 22:30 Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair—Series 1, Carol Goes Swimming 2/6 Lorraine Ashbourne is Carol, in Jenny Eclair's story about a lifesaving friendship. 22:45 Tim Key's Poetry Programme—Series 1, Death 2/6 Tim attempts to get to the bottom of 'death' via his poem, The Boy Who Faked His Own Death	22:00 Relativity—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Jane treats Ken and Margaret to a slap up cream tea with a little too much prosecco. 22:30 The Penny Dreadfuls—The Curse of the Beagle A comedic exploration of a young Charles Darwin's adventures aboard the HMS Beagle.	22:00 It's Not What You Know—Series 5, Episode 3 3/4 Joe Lycett tests Mel C, Kerry Godliman and Jack Carroll on who they know, not what. 22:30 Alice's Wunderland—Series 2, The Future 3/4 A trip to the place where thoughts turn to the future and all that it could bring.	22:00 The Lee Mack Show—Sophie Ellis-Bextor 4/6 Sophie Ellis-Bextor joins the quick-fire comic for stand-up, sketches and music. 22:30 Women Talking About Cars—Series 3, 4. Una Stubbs 4/4 Una Stubbs tells Victoria Coren Mitchell about her life and the cars she has known.	22:00 Natalie Haynes Stands Up for the Classics—Series 2, Agrippina 4/4 Natalie Haynes stands up for Agrippina the Younger, who bossed it in first century Rome. 22:30 Paul Sinha's Citizenship Test—4. British Greatness 4/4 Paul tests the audience on social cohesion, from weddings to the 2011 summer riots.
23:00	23:00 The Now Show—Series 59, Episode 6 6/6 Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches 23:30 The Young Postmen—Everest (The Mountain) 4/6 Fearing the sack, Derek goes mountaineering to prove he's employable.	23:00 The Maltby Collection—Series 1, Episode 3 3/6 Curators Rod and Julian are both planning grand gestures. 23:30 Hamish and Dougal: You'll Have Had Your Tea—Series 3, Porridge Votes 6/6 Dirty tricks loom when the duo stand against the Laird in a by-election. 23:45 Quando, Quando, Quando—The Christmas Rush 6/6 The brothers' festive flurry is curtailed...	23:00 Radio Active—Series 6, The Fit and Fat Show 2/8 Anna Daptor presents her very personal guide to staying fit and healthy. 23:30 The News at Bedtime—Series 1, Episode 3 3/7 Food campaigner Jack Spratt and the Tooth Fairy debate the nation's nutrition. 23:45 The Goldfish Bowl—Series 1, Episode 3 3/8 Goldfish Anton is keen to learn about sex...	23:30 Wondermentalist Cabaret—Series 1, 4. Bristol 4/4 Matt Harvey and guests with a lively poetry cabaret recorded at Bristol's Comedy Box.	23:00 Old Harry's Game—Series 7, Episode 4 4/6 Why is a baby in Hell? Can God be persuaded to bring it back to life? 23:30 Think the Unthinkable—Series 3, Barrington Zoo 5/6 The hapless consultancy tackle a council's problem with a zoo.	23:00 The Skivers—Series 2, Spike Milligan 5/5 Spike Milligan is this week's sketch show guest and is given a signed horse. 23:30 Hut 33—Series 1, Careless Talk 3/6 A security breach at Bletchley Park puts the wartime code-breakers under suspicion.	23:00 Colin Hoult's Carnival of Monsters—Series 2, Episode 4 4/4 Bizarre exhibits including wannabe Hollywood screenwriter Andy Parker. 23:30 Life: An Idiot's Guide—Series 3, Mortality 6/6 Stephen K Amos and comedian friends present a guide to mortality.

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