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Fri Sep 30
Today 05:20 - 05:30
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Today 05:30 - 05:43
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
Today 05:43 - 05:45
Spiritual reflection to start the day with Fiona Stewart, a writer who runs a Christian arts charity.
Today 05:45 - 05:58
The Scottish Government wants to create rural visas to allow remote communities to attract people from abroad to work.
Today 05:58 - 06:00
Val Thompson talks about the comfort of seeing pink-footed geese in Norfolk, prompting happy memories of her late husband.
Today 06:00 - 09:00
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Today 09:00 - 09:45
Jay Blades, presenter and furniture restorer, shares the eight tracks, book and luxury item he would take with him if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne.
Today 09:45 - 10:00
...Caroline Davison. 5/5. Ralph Vaughan Williams reappraises The Captain's Apprentice when disaster strikes.
Today 10:00 - 11:00
Is it ever okay to take time off work after a break up? We speak to relationship expert Mel Schilling and blogger Meera Narandan.
Today 11:00 - 11:30
The carbon savings we've made so far have been the easy ones. Comedian and environmental economist Matt Winning looks at the changes we need to make in Britain to reach net zero.
Today 11:30 - 12:00
4/6. Richard Herring's comedy about family. Starring Alison Steadman, Phil Davies and Richard Herring. A chaotic Snell family Zoom leads to Ken making a noble offer, to much hilarity.
Today 12:00 - 12:04
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Today 12:04 - 12:57
Ken Hollings, in the company of director Paul Verhoeven and many of his key collaborators, explores the American futures depicted in Robocop, Total Recall and Starship Troopers.
Today 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Today 13:00 - 13:45
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment, with Ben Wright.
Today 13:45 - 14:00
5/5. Misha Glenny explores the world of rare earth metals. In the final episode he hears how Russia's interest in Ukraine might be partially motivated by its huge mineral deposits.
Today 14:00 - 14:15
Chelsea faces the music, and Eddie pushes his luck.
Today 14:15 - 14:45
2/5. Alternative reality drama. Extended Life Syndrome (ELS) is a rare genetic condition that makes some people live twice as long. But would you want it? Now think again. Would you?
Today 14:45 - 15:00
Neil MacGregor considers the attempts of post-revolutionary France and the USSR to exist without religion - and asks if one set of shared beliefs needs to be replaced by another.
Today 15:00 - 15:45
Kathy Clugston hosts the horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.
Today 15:45 - 16:00
A powerful and poetic new story for radio from the highly acclaimed novelist behind the 2021 breakthrough debut, little scratch. Read by the author.
Today 16:00 - 16:30
Matthew Bannister on author Dame Hilary Mantel, ex-offender John McVicar, classicist Joyce Reynolds and musician Paul Sartin.
Today 16:30 - 17:00
Did 4.1 billion people really watch the Queen's funeral and how worried should we be about the steep falls in the pound?
Today 17:00 - 18:00
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines.
Today 18:00 - 18:30
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Today 18:30 - 19:00
3/6. Andy Zaltzman quizzes the week's news. This week he's in Liverpool and is joined by Eleanor Tiernan, Adam Rowe, Stephen Bailey and Sonia Sodha.
Today 19:00 - 19:15
Will Jill smell a rat, and Alan seeks divine inspiration.
Today 19:15 - 20:00
Ellen E Jones and Mark Kermode take a look at the kaleidoscopic world of the moving image.
Today 20:00 - 20:50
Jonny Dymond presents political debate and discussion from Ringwood School in Hampshire with a panel including Dame Arlene Foster of the DUP, and the SNP's Stephen Flynn MP.
Today 20:50 - 21:00
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from a range of contributors.
Today 21:00 - 22:00
The story of the journalist Rajkumar Keswani, who foretold the world's worst industrial accident in the Indian city of Bhopal in 1984. Unfortunately, nobody believed him.
Today 22:00 - 22:45
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
Today 22:45 - 23:00
10/10. The new novel by the Women's Prize-shortlisted author of A Thousand Ships. Read by Susannah Fielding. Ep 10 of 10 - Perseus uses the head of Medusa to deadly effect.
Today 23:00 - 00:00
1/2. A priest is called in when a 12-year-old girl appears to be possessed by an overwhelming demonic force. William Peter Blatty's horror classic. Contains strong language.
Sat Oct 01
Tomorrow 00:00 - 00:30
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
Tomorrow 00:30 - 00:48
...Caroline Davison. 5/5. Ralph Vaughan Williams reappraises The Captain's Apprentice when disaster strikes.
Tomorrow 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Tomorrow 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 presents a selection of news and current affairs, arts and science programmes from the BBC World Service.
Tomorrow 05:20 - 05:30
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Tomorrow 05:30 - 05:43
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
Tomorrow 05:43 - 05:45
A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Rabbi Warren Elf.
Tomorrow 05:45 - 06:00
Crime writer Amit Dhand offers solutions to tackle integration, especially in his home city of Bradford.
Tomorrow 06:00 - 06:07
The latest news headlines. Including the weather and a look at the papers.
Tomorrow 06:07 - 06:30
Ten years ago Zaheer Khalil started a walking group after noticing how he and his friends were starting to become overwhelmed by the stresses of work and life.
Tomorrow 06:30 - 06:57
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
Tomorrow 06:57 - 07:00
The latest weather reports and forecast.
Tomorrow 07:00 - 09:00
Including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Tomorrow 09:00 - 10:30
Radio 4's Saturday morning show brings you extraordinary stories and remarkable people.
Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00
Greg Jenner is joined by historian Professor Tineke D'Haeseleer and comedian Evelyn Mok in medieval China to explore the Tang Dynasty.
Tomorrow 11:00 - 11:30
Insight, wit and analysis from BBC correspondents, journalists and writers from around the world.
Tomorrow 11:30 - 12:30
On the day energy bills rise, we've got a special hour-long edition of Money Box focusing on the cost of living.
Tomorrow 12:30 - 12:57
3/6. Andy Zaltzman quizzes the week's news. This week he's in Liverpool and is joined by Eleanor Tiernan, Adam Rowe, Stephen Bailey and Sonia Sodha.
Tomorrow 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:10
The latest national and international news and weather reports from BBC Radio 4.
Tomorrow 13:10 - 14:00
Jonny Dymond presents political debate and discussion from Ringwood School in Hampshire with a panel including Dame Arlene Foster of the DUP, and the SNP's Stephen Flynn MP.
Tomorrow 14:00 - 14:45
Have your say on the issues discussed on Any Questions?
Tomorrow 14:45 - 15:00
Tom Heap considers how changing the menus in schools, hospitals and the armed forces could help in the fight against climate change.
Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00
Drama from the frontline where lab-made drugs hit the streets with devastating effects. Made in collaboration with verbatim theatre company LUNG. With strong language. Contains strong language.
Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00
Highlights from the Woman's Hour week.
Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:30
Full coverage of the day's news.
Tomorrow 17:30 - 17:54
Nick Robinson has a conversation with, not an interrogation of, the people who shape our political thinking about what shaped theirs.
Tomorrow 17:54 - 17:57
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Tomorrow 17:57 - 18:00
The latest weather reports and forecast.
Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:15
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Tomorrow 18:15 - 19:00
Clive Anderson and Arthur Smith are joined by Anthony Horowitz, Melissa Thompson, James Yorkston and Sh!t Theatre for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:15
An insight into the character of an influential person making the news headlines.
Tomorrow 19:15 - 20:00
Actor and former MP Glenda Jackson reveals the influences and experiences that inspired her work on stage and screen.
Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00
...Things. Like many teenagers, music critic Ann Powers was 'saved' by Kate Bush's musical embrace of the wild and wonderful. Ann pays tribute now, at the moment of Kate's renewed fame.
Tomorrow 21:00 - 21:45
8/10. Third series of the criminal family saga, based on GF Newman's novel. Joseph (Toby Jones) is recovering from a burst ulcer and is desperate to get back to work.
Tomorrow 21:45 - 22:00
3/3. Uncle Joe describes the execution of King Charles I and the love life of Bluff King Hal in his own inimitable way - with little regard for historical accuracy.
Tomorrow 22:00 - 22:15
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Tomorrow 22:15 - 23:00
3/4. The week, our guest Hannah wonders how she should talk about food with her kids in the face of mixed messages about body image and obesity.
Tomorrow 23:00 - 23:30
Russell Davies is in the chair as four more contenders take part in the prestigious general knowledge quiz.
Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:00
Poet Helen Mort reclaims her voice by reflecting on her experience of deepfake pornography and the journey to come to terms with being a victim.
Sun Oct 02
Sunday 00:00 - 00:15
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
Sunday 00:15 - 00:30
Neil MacGregor considers the attempts of post-revolutionary France and the USSR to exist without religion - and asks if one set of shared beliefs needs to be replaced by another.
Sunday 00:30 - 00:48
A powerful and poetic new story for radio from the highly acclaimed novelist behind the 2021 breakthrough debut, little scratch. Read by the author.
Sunday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Sunday 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 presents a selection of news and current affairs, arts and science programmes from the BBC World Service.
Sunday 05:20 - 05:30
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Sunday 05:30 - 05:43
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
Sunday 05:43 - 05:45
Bells on Sunday comes from St Nicolas Parish Church, Witham in Essex.
Sunday 05:45 - 06:00
An insight into the character of an influential person making the news headlines.
Sunday 06:00 - 06:05
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Sunday 06:05 - 06:35
Rabbi Julia Neuberger discusses the complexities of our relationship with food - spiritual and secular. How should we deal with the staff of life?
Sunday 06:35 - 06:57
Aristotle described them as the 'intestines of the earth'. They captivated Charles Darwin. Brett Westwood explores our relationship with the earthworm. From 2017.
Sunday 06:57 - 07:00
The latest weather reports and forecast.
Sunday 07:00 - 07:10
The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers.
Sunday 07:10 - 07:54
A look at the ethical and religious issues of the week.
Sunday 07:54 - 07:57
Actor Timothy Spall makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf ChildHope UK.
Sunday 07:57 - 08:00
The latest weather reports and forecast.
Sunday 08:00 - 08:10
The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers.
Sunday 08:10 - 08:48
A service live from Cardiff's Tabernacle Church reflecting on the Bible's message of hope in times of trouble. Led by the Revd Dr Rosa Hunt, minister of the chapel.
Sunday 08:48 - 08:58
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from a range of contributors.
Sunday 08:58 - 09:00
For wildlife sound recordist Geoff Sample the strange sound of Dupont's lark is something of an enigma, as despite recording half a dozen birds he has never actually seen one.
Sunday 09:00 - 10:00
The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell.
Sunday 10:00 - 11:15
Emotions run high for one Ambridge resident and the past returns to haunt Clarrie.
Sunday 11:15 - 12:00
Dr Waheed Arian, radiologist and charity founder, shares the eight tracks, book and luxury item he would take with him if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne.
Sunday 12:00 - 12:04
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Sunday 12:04 - 12:32
6/6. Mark Steel visits Paris in France and performs a bespoke stand-up show for a local audience. 6/6.
Sunday 12:32 - 12:57
Leyla Kazim shares inspiring stories of community giving during the cost of living crisis.
Sunday 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Sunday 13:00 - 13:30
Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.
Sunday 13:30 - 14:00
4/8. The battle for reality. Gabriel Gatehouse investigates.
Sunday 14:00 - 14:45
Kathy Clugston hosts the horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.
Sunday 14:45 - 15:00
...Nineties?. Was Gorbachev really promised that Nato would not move one inch east in talks about Germany's re-unification in 1990?
Sunday 15:00 - 16:00
2/2. Shaun McKenna's gripping drama about the young Eleanor of Aquitaine returns. Despite her best efforts Eleanor is still trapped in an unhappy marriage to King Louis of France.
Sunday 16:00 - 16:30
Curtis Sittenfeld joins James Naughtie and a group of readers to answer questions about American Wife, her novel inspired by the life of Laura Bush.
Sunday 16:30 - 17:00
From his days as a young champion, to his political activism, to his days as an entertainer. These intimate interviews trace how a simple Kentucky kid became The Greatest.
Sunday 17:00 - 17:40
'Isobel' tells File on 4 she is still being abused by a grooming gang - despite going to the police and Home Office for help.
Sunday 17:40 - 17:54
An insight into the character of an influential person making the news headlines.
Sunday 17:54 - 17:57
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Sunday 17:57 - 18:00
The latest weather reports and forecast.
Sunday 18:00 - 18:15
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Sunday 18:15 - 19:00
A selection of highlights from the past week on BBC radio.
Sunday 19:00 - 19:15
What on earth is Kirsty hanging on the washing line? Pip needs an urgent favour.
Sunday 19:15 - 19:45
...Keyes and Tara Flynn. Marian and Tara are back to tackle their listeners' problems.
Sunday 19:45 - 20:00
In Sir Henry's Last Night by Roy Apps, Hugh Ross is the 19th century actor Sir Henry Irving, who has just embarked on what is to become his final appearance on the stage.
Sunday 20:00 - 20:02
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Sunday 20:02 - 20:30
Did 4.1 billion people really watch the Queen's funeral and how worried should we be about the steep falls in the pound?
Sunday 20:30 - 21:00
Matthew Bannister on author Dame Hilary Mantel, ex-offender John McVicar, classicist Joyce Reynolds and musician Paul Sartin.
Sunday 21:00 - 21:25
On the day energy bills rise, we've got a special hour-long edition of Money Box focusing on the cost of living.
Sunday 21:25 - 21:30
Actor Timothy Spall makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf ChildHope UK.
Sunday 21:30 - 22:00
The playwright Bonnie Greer nominates seven women from Jamaica who were executed in 1865 after the Morant Bay Rebellion, which caused an uproar in Britain.
Sunday 22:00 - 23:00
Radio 4's Sunday night political discussion programme.
Sunday 23:00 - 23:30
Clive Anderson and Arthur Smith are joined by Anthony Horowitz, Melissa Thompson, James Yorkston and Sh!t Theatre for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
Sunday 23:30 - 00:00
Rabbi Julia Neuberger discusses the complexities of our relationship with food - spiritual and secular. How should we deal with the staff of life?
Mon Oct 03
Monday 00:00 - 00:15
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
Monday 00:15 - 00:45
Laurie Taylor asks if we have become a more orderly, rule-bound society and explores the history of rules and regulations.
Monday 00:45 - 00:48
Bells on Sunday comes from St Nicolas Parish Church, Witham in Essex.
Monday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Monday 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 presents a selection of news and current affairs, arts and science programmes from the BBC World Service.
Monday 05:20 - 05:30
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Monday 05:30 - 05:43
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
Monday 05:43 - 05:45
A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Rabbi Warren Elf.
Monday 05:45 - 05:56
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
Monday 05:56 - 05:58
The latest weather forecast for farmers.
Monday 05:58 - 06:00
Conversational voices of those who listen to and are inspired by birds. Naturalist and environmentalist Chris Baines watches nuthatches in his garden.
Monday 06:00 - 09:00
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Monday 09:00 - 09:45
Adam Wagner, Isabel Hardman, Tim Bale and Annalisa Piras discuss whether Britain's parliamentary democracy is under threat and how it compares to Italy, with Kirsty Wark.
Monday 09:45 - 10:00
Oliver Bullough traces Britain's vital role in the growth of 'offshore' money laundering. In this episode, he traces its origins back to a moment of inspiration in the 1950s City.
Monday 10:00 - 11:00
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Monday 11:00 - 11:30
'When I wasn't high, I felt very sad and very scared.' Twenty years on, Gavanndra is struggling to make sense of a childhood trauma.Then she meets a psychologist who has an idea.
Monday 11:30 - 12:00
When is a profit excess and if so should we impose a windfall tax to restore economic equilibrium? Can recently announced tax cuts incentivise business growth? With Evan Davis.
Monday 12:00 - 12:04
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Monday 12:04 - 12:57
News and discussion of consumer affairs.
Monday 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Monday 13:00 - 13:45
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment, with Sarah Montague.
Monday 13:45 - 14:00
The Boy in the Woods: why it took more than twenty years to track down a killer. Winifred Robinson investigates a case that's stayed with her for more than half her working life.
Monday 14:00 - 14:15
What on earth is Kirsty hanging on the washing line? Pip needs an urgent favour.
Monday 14:15 - 15:00
Actor and former MP Glenda Jackson reveals the influences and experiences that inspired her work on stage and screen.
Monday 15:00 - 15:30
Russell Davies puts general knowledge questions to another four contenders for the title Brain of Britain 2022.
Monday 15:30 - 16:00
Leyla Kazim shares inspiring stories of community giving during the cost of living crisis.
Monday 16:00 - 16:30
...Film. An immersive encounter with iconic and controversial film-maker Peter Greenaway. Marking his 80th birthday and the 40th anniversary of his debut feature, The Draughtsman's Contract.
Monday 16:30 - 17:00
Beyond Belief began in January 2002, months after the 9/11 attacks. In his final programme as presenter, Ernie Rea reflects on the evolving role of faith in today's world.
Monday 17:00 - 18:00
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines.
Monday 18:00 - 18:30
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Monday 18:30 - 19:00
1/6. Ever taken something from the workplace? highlighter, loo roll, tea? What about high end phones? Copper turned comic, Alfie Moore solves the mystery of the disappearing devices.
Monday 19:00 - 19:15
A very happy 92nd birthday, Jill! Toby reflects on his greatest achievement.
Monday 19:15 - 20:00
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
Monday 20:00 - 20:30
Steven Fielding explores the role of ex-prime ministers, with the help of politicians, journalists and political advisers. Can they ever come back? And if not, what should they do?
Monday 20:30 - 21:00
Is it ever worth joining a protest march? Professor James Tilley finds out how they affect politicians and voters.
Monday 21:00 - 21:30
Ben Garrod and Jess French unravel the internal secrets to success of the cheetah as it straddles a fine line between speed and stamina in the quest for survival.
Monday 21:30 - 22:00
Adam Wagner, Isabel Hardman, Tim Bale and Annalisa Piras discuss whether Britain's parliamentary democracy is under threat and how it compares to Italy, with Kirsty Wark.
Monday 22:00 - 22:45
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
Monday 22:45 - 23:00
A young couple spend their weekends discovering the quirks of their country that make it 'The' Ukraine. Written by Artem Chapeye. Translated by Zenia Tompkins.
Monday 23:00 - 23:30
2/3. For 40 years, techno has been the beating heart of social movements all over the world. What makes it the perfect music to accompany radical ideas? DJ Ash Lauryn investigates.
Monday 23:30 - 00:00
2/2. Birmingham-born and raised singer Jamelia continues her two-part exploration of the music made in her native West Midlands.
Tue Oct 04
Tuesday 00:00 - 00:30
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
Tuesday 00:30 - 00:48
Oliver Bullough traces Britain's vital role in the growth of 'offshore' money laundering. In this episode, he traces its origins back to a moment of inspiration in the 1950s City.
Tuesday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Tuesday 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 presents a selection of news and current affairs, arts and science programmes from the BBC World Service.
Tuesday 05:20 - 05:30
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Tuesday 05:30 - 05:43
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
Tuesday 05:43 - 05:45
A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Rabbi Warren Elf.
Tuesday 05:45 - 05:58
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
Tuesday 05:58 - 06:00
Dave Leech from the British Trust for Ornithology describes his excitement at finding a water rail nest after three years of searching.
Tuesday 06:00 - 09:00
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30
Jim Al-Khalili meets Tim Lamont, a young ecologist making waves restoring coral reefs.
Tuesday 09:30 - 09:45
Can procrastination expert Dr Piers Steel help Times columnist James Marriott overcome his self-sabotaging tendency? Or at least work out what type of procrastinator he is?
Tuesday 09:45 - 10:00
Oliver Bullough traces Britain's vital role in the growth of 'offshore' money laundering. In this episode - the vital role of the remnants of Empire, and of the Crown Dependencies.
Tuesday 10:00 - 11:00
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Tuesday 11:00 - 11:30
Ben Garrod and Jess French delve beneath the feathery plumage of the grey grey owl to unravel the mystery of its powerful ability to silently detect and ambush unsuspecting prey.
Tuesday 11:30 - 12:00
An exploration of celebrity culture in the last 70 years through facets of Elizabeth Taylor's life.
Tuesday 12:00 - 12:04
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Tuesday 12:04 - 12:57
News and discussion of consumer affairs.
Tuesday 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Tuesday 13:00 - 13:45
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment, with Sarah Montague.
Tuesday 13:45 - 14:00
Police spread out across the estate and begin searching for clues about what's happened to six-year-old Rikki Neave. Stunned neighbours try and piece things together themselves.
Tuesday 14:00 - 14:15
A very happy 92nd birthday, Jill! Toby reflects on his greatest achievement.
Tuesday 14:15 - 15:00
Danny looks out for his cousin Lee, but Lee doesn't make it easy, and when Danny finally has to go to the police, they don't seem very keen to help either. Set in rural Suffolk.
Tuesday 15:00 - 15:30
Recurring dreams, tarot cards and a message from the universe - Josie Long presents short documentaries about symbols and signs.
Tuesday 15:30 - 16:00
Tom Heap investigates the impact pet dogs are having on wildlife, habitats and the climate.
Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30
From Charlotte's Web to the present day, a look at how children's literature tackles loss and grief. What can we learn from children themselves?
Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00
Two writers, who between them cover crime, football and music, talk about their favourite books, on subjects including a disintegrating marriage and the ethics of journalism.
Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines.
Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
4/4. A panel show run-through makes the Room Next Door Man question his potential for comedy success, just as the work-restructuring process brings surprising news.
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:15
The Grundys look forward to new arrivals, and Helen's concerned about the neighbours.
Tuesday 19:15 - 20:00
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
Tuesday 20:00 - 20:40
Paul Kenyon investigates the UK's large-scale recruitment of foreign doctors from countries that have the greatest need to retain their medical personnel.
Tuesday 20:40 - 21:00
News, views and information for people who are blind or partially sighted.
Tuesday 21:00 - 21:30
What sewage tells us about human health.
Tuesday 21:30 - 22:00
Jim Al-Khalili meets Tim Lamont, a young ecologist making waves restoring coral reefs.
Tuesday 22:00 - 22:45
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
Tuesday 22:45 - 23:00
With cross-country adventure finding what makes 'The' Ukraine behind him, a young Ukrainian must face up to loss and how to find beauty. Written by Artem Chapeye.
Tuesday 23:00 - 23:30
Fi and Jane choose their favourite listener emails from the past month.
Tuesday 23:30 - 00:00
...Year Companion. Andrew McGibbon talks to author Margaret Wood, who worked for the artist Georgia O'Keeffe - the Mother of American Modernism - as companion, chef and caregiver in her final years.
Wed Oct 05
Wednesday 00:00 - 00:30
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
Wednesday 00:30 - 00:48
Oliver Bullough traces Britain's vital role in the growth of 'offshore' money laundering. In this episode - the vital role of the remnants of Empire, and of the Crown Dependencies.
Wednesday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Wednesday 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 presents a selection of news and current affairs, arts and science programmes from the BBC World Service.
Wednesday 05:20 - 05:30
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Wednesday 05:30 - 05:43
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
Wednesday 05:43 - 05:45
A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Rabbi Warren Elf.
Wednesday 05:45 - 05:58
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
Wednesday 05:58 - 06:00
Wildlife cameraman Nigel Bean on the water rail for Tweet of the Day.
Wednesday 06:00 - 09:00
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30
Tim Harford explains - and sometimes debunks - the numbers and statistics used in political debate, the news and everyday life.
Wednesday 09:30 - 09:45
An unassuming savoury delight - Phil introduces Andi to his favourite classic Malaysian noodle dish.
Wednesday 09:45 - 10:00
Oliver Bullough traces Britain's vital role in the growth of 'offshore' money laundering. In this episode: the arrival of the oligarchs.
Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Wednesday 11:00 - 11:30
Steven Fielding explores the role of ex-prime ministers, with the help of politicians, journalists and political advisers. Can they ever come back? And if not, what should they do?
Wednesday 11:30 - 12:00
2/6. A special series of essays and diary entries recorded at the home of the world-renowned storyteller. This week: Unbuttoned.
Wednesday 12:00 - 12:04
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Wednesday 12:04 - 12:57
News and discussion of consumer affairs.
Wednesday 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Wednesday 13:00 - 13:45
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment, with Sarah Montague.
Wednesday 13:45 - 14:00
The rumours flow thick and fast as stunned neighbours try and make sense of what's happened. Meanwhile, Rikki's grieving father appeals for public help in catching his son's killer.
Wednesday 14:00 - 14:15
The Grundys look forward to new arrivals, and Helen's concerned about the neighbours.
Wednesday 14:15 - 15:00
Kate arrives at a cottage on the Norfolk coast to finish her novel, with boyfriend in tow. Cracks widen in their relationship as reality and fiction become dangerously blurred.
Wednesday 15:00 - 15:30
A panel of experts answer calls on personal finance.
Wednesday 15:30 - 16:00
What sewage tells us about human health.
Wednesday 16:00 - 16:30
Laurie Taylor explores the latest research into how society works.
Wednesday 16:30 - 17:00
Social media, anti-social media, breaking news, faking news: this is the programme about a revolution in media.
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines.
Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
2/4. A free-wheeling, whimsical sketch show slipping between the real and imagined, with Miles Jupp and special guests.
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:15
Has Kenton been taken for a fool? Leonard is feeling fastidious.
Wednesday 19:15 - 20:00
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
Wednesday 20:00 - 20:45
4/4. Anjula Mutanda helps one parent explore Gentle Parenting.
Wednesday 20:45 - 21:00
When Lizi Jackson-Barrett developed alopecia in her 40s, she learned to accept it, found a self-confidence she'd been looking all her life and now wants others to rethink beauty.
Wednesday 21:00 - 21:30
Tom Heap investigates the impact pet dogs are having on wildlife, habitats and the climate.
Wednesday 21:30 - 22:00
Social media, anti-social media, breaking news, faking news: this is the programme about a revolution in media.
Wednesday 22:00 - 22:45
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
Wednesday 22:45 - 23:00
Ukrainian reporters despair of an American photographer who treats the 2014 Odesa Clashes as the perfect photo op. Written by Kateryna Babinka.
Wednesday 23:00 - 23:15
1/4. A modern ghost story where Tom Neenan discovers what horrors lurk in our apps. In this episode, a celebrity birthday message from Joanna Lumley turns into a terrifying gift for Tom.
Wednesday 23:15 - 23:30
4/7. Jon Holmes's multi-award-winning Skewer continues to twist itself into current affairs.
Wednesday 23:30 - 00:00
Andrew McGibbon talks to Michael Holman, a close friend of the artist Jean-Michel Basquiat who asked Michael to form an art-house noise group called Gray in 1979.
Thu Oct 06
Thursday 00:00 - 00:30
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
Thursday 00:30 - 00:48
Oliver Bullough traces Britain's vital role in the growth of 'offshore' money laundering. In this episode: the arrival of the oligarchs.
Thursday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Thursday 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 presents a selection of news and current affairs, arts and science programmes from the BBC World Service.
Thursday 05:20 - 05:30
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Thursday 05:30 - 05:43
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
Thursday 05:43 - 05:45
A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Rabbi Warren Elf.
Thursday 05:45 - 05:58
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
Thursday 05:58 - 06:00
Wildlife sound recordist Gary Moore describes the elation of tracking down notoriously elusive golden pheasants and seeing one basking in sunshine posing for a mate.
Thursday 06:00 - 09:00
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Thursday 09:00 - 09:45
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the growth and great military and financial strength of the famous order whose knights had a mission to protect pilgrims in the Holy Land.
Thursday 09:45 - 10:00
Oliver Bullough traces Britain's vital role in the growth of 'offshore' money laundering. In this episode, Oliver explores how, in recent years, the state has struggled to stop it.
Thursday 10:00 - 11:00
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Thursday 11:00 - 11:30
Insight, wit and analysis from BBC correspondents, journalists and writers from around the world.
Thursday 11:30 - 12:00
...Zone. How does war affect comedy? Ukrainian comedian Anton Tymoshenko explores how his job has changed since his country was invaded.
Thursday 12:00 - 12:04
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Thursday 12:04 - 12:32
News and discussion of consumer affairs.
Thursday 12:32 - 12:57
Exploring our culture of consumption through products that have changed the world.
Thursday 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Thursday 13:00 - 13:45
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment, with Sarah Montague.
Thursday 13:45 - 14:00
Police officers split into teams and begin interrogating their main suspect in the murder of six-year-old Rikki Neave. The questions are relentless as they hone in on his home life.
Thursday 14:00 - 14:15
Has Kenton been taken for a fool? Leonard is feeling fastidious.
Thursday 14:15 - 15:00
by Katie Bonna. Aisling Loftus stars as Esther who takes a job as a content moderator and finds herself in a world far darker than she imagined.
Thursday 15:00 - 15:27
In the last of the current series, Clare is invited to join musician and songwriter Harriet Thomas on a walk in West Sussex.
Thursday 15:27 - 15:30
Actor Timothy Spall makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf ChildHope UK.
Thursday 15:30 - 16:00
Curtis Sittenfeld joins James Naughtie and a group of readers to answer questions about American Wife, her novel inspired by the life of Laura Bush.
Thursday 16:00 - 16:30
Psychologist Kimberley Wilson and Dr Xand van Tulleken take a journey around the human body and find out there's much more to tears than meets the eye.
Thursday 16:30 - 17:00
A weekly programme that illuminates the mysteries and challenges the controversies behind the science that's changing our world.
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines.
Thursday 18:00 - 18:30
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
3/4. Gemma Arrowsmith has a new sketch show on Radio 4, but will she be able to host it herself? Newscast's Adam Fleming is drafted in to give some gravitas to proceedings.
Thursday 19:00 - 19:15
Is it really time to call time at the Bull? One young person needs to talk.
Thursday 19:15 - 20:00
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
Thursday 20:00 - 20:30
David Aaronovitch and a panel of experts and insiders present in-depth explainers on big issues in the news.
Thursday 20:30 - 21:00
Evan Davis chairs a round table discussion providing insight into business from the people at the top.
Thursday 21:00 - 21:30
A weekly programme that illuminates the mysteries and challenges the controversies behind the science that's changing our world.
Thursday 21:30 - 22:00
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the growth and great military and financial strength of the famous order whose knights had a mission to protect pilgrims in the Holy Land.
Thursday 22:00 - 22:45
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
Thursday 22:45 - 23:00
Teenager and probably genius poet Olesia is in love, but to her horror, the object of her affection doesn't fit the pop star mold. Written by Natalka Sniadanko.
Thursday 23:00 - 23:30
Sophia shares the fairytale streets of Granada with Shaun.
Thursday 23:30 - 00:00
...Recording Engineer. Andrew McGibbon talks to Allan Tucker, recording engineer to rap pioneer Sylvia Robinson.
Fri Oct 07
Friday 00:00 - 00:30
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
Friday 00:30 - 00:48
Oliver Bullough traces Britain's vital role in the growth of 'offshore' money laundering. In this episode, Oliver explores how, in recent years, the state has struggled to stop it.
Friday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Friday 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 presents a selection of news and current affairs, arts and science programmes from the BBC World Service.
Friday 05:20 - 05:30
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Friday 05:30 - 05:43
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
Friday 05:43 - 05:45
A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Rabbi Warren Elf.
Friday 05:45 - 05:58
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
Friday 05:58 - 06:00
Former Stornoway band member Brian Briggs with his own story of the Manx shearwater, known as the 'devil bird'.
Friday 06:00 - 09:00
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Friday 09:00 - 09:45
Dr Waheed Arian, radiologist and charity founder, shares the eight tracks, book and luxury item he would take with him if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne.
Friday 09:45 - 10:00
Oliver Bullough traces Britain's role in the growth of 'offshore' money laundering. In this final episode, Oliver asks why attempts to stop this have failed, and what might work.
Friday 10:00 - 11:00
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Friday 11:00 - 11:30
The carbon savings we've made so far have been the easy ones. Comedian and environmental economist Matt Winning looks at the changes we need to make in Britain to reach net zero.
Friday 11:30 - 12:00
5/6. Richard Herring's comedy about family. Starring Alison Steadman, Phil Davies and Richard Herring. Ian recuperates with the help of nostalgic children's television theme tunes.
Friday 12:00 - 12:04
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Friday 12:04 - 12:57
...Things. Like many teenagers, music critic Ann Powers was 'saved' by Kate Bush's musical embrace of the wild and wonderful. Ann pays tribute now, at the moment of Kate's renewed fame.
Friday 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Friday 13:00 - 13:45
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment, with Edward Stourton.
Friday 13:45 - 14:00
Rikki's murder is making headlines across the UK and even further afield and everyone seems to have a view on which way the court case will go. They all want to see justice done.
Friday 14:00 - 14:15
Is it really time to call time at the Bull? One young person needs to talk.
Friday 14:15 - 14:45
3/5. Alternative reality drama. Extended Life Syndrome (ELS) is a rare genetic condition that makes some people live twice as long. But would you want it? Now think again. Would you?
Friday 14:45 - 15:00
Neil MacGregor on beliefs that have been outlawed because they have been perceived as a threat to the state, including Christians in 17th-century Japan and the Huguenots in France.
Friday 15:00 - 15:45
Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.
Friday 15:45 - 16:00
From her home on a hill, an elderly woman watches the hurling pitch where her great-nephew trains with his teammates. Written by Bernie McGill.
Friday 16:00 - 16:30
Matthew Bannister tells the life stories of people who have recently died, from the rich and famous to the unsung but significant.
Friday 16:30 - 17:00
Tim Harford explains - and sometimes debunks - the numbers and statistics used in political debate, the news and everyday life.
Friday 17:00 - 18:00
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines.
Friday 18:00 - 18:30
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Friday 18:30 - 19:00
4/6. Andy Zaltzman quizzes the week's news. Joining him this week are panellists including Susie McCabe and Glenn Moore.
Friday 19:00 - 19:15
Pip offers some personal advice. And has the peace been shattered for Helen?
Friday 19:15 - 20:00
Cerys Matthews and Jeffrey Boakye open the new series with studio guests Songwriter Richard Stilgoe and harpist Alina Bzhezhinska as they choose the first five tracks.
Friday 20:00 - 20:50
Jonny Dymond presents political debate and discussion from West Peckham Village Hall in Kent with a panel including Madeline Grant.
Friday 20:50 - 21:00
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from a range of contributors.
Friday 21:00 - 22:00
In this special omnibus edition you can join Winifred Robinson as she investigates what happened to six-year-old Rikki Neave, who went missing from his Peterborough home in 1994.
Friday 22:00 - 22:45
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
Friday 22:45 - 23:00
Having found herself in love with someone who looks nothing like George Michael, Olesia must take drastic action to avoid becoming a social pariah. Written by Natalka Sniadanko.
Friday 23:00 - 00:00
2/2. Father Karras is increasingly convinced a 12-year old girl is being possessed and needs an exorcist. Stars Robert Glenister, Alexandra Mathie and Lydia Wilson. Contains strong language.
Sat Oct 08
Saturday 00:00 - 00:30
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
Saturday 00:30 - 00:48
Oliver Bullough traces Britain's role in the growth of 'offshore' money laundering. In this final episode, Oliver asks why attempts to stop this have failed, and what might work.
Saturday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.