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Sun Dec 08
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
Bells on Sunday comes from the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris.
Today 05:45 - 06:00
The new Labour government's minister for social security and disability, Sir Stephen Timms, answers your questions.
Today 06:00 - 06:05
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Today 06:05 - 06:35
Giles Fraser meets Stephen Schneck, Chair of the US Commission on International Religious Freedom, to explore the impact of globalisation on religious freedom.
Today 06:35 - 06:57
Ben Taylor-Davies, aka Regen Ben, runs a farm near Ross-on-Wye in Herefordshire. Charlotte Smith visits him to hear a story of change - both agricultural and personal.
Today 06:57 - 07:00
The latest weather reports and forecast.
Today 07:00 - 07:10
The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers.
Today 07:10 - 07:54
Notre-Dame reopens, Justin Welby speech and faith in Moana 2.
Today 07:54 - 07:57
Presenter Ade Adepitan makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of the charity Able Child.
Today 07:57 - 08:00
The latest weather reports and forecast.
Today 08:00 - 08:10
The latest news headlines. Including a look at the Sunday papers.
Today 08:10 - 08:48
From St Garmon's Church, Dyffryn Ceiriog in the North-East of Wales, Rev. Dr Cass Meurig Thomas and Gwyneth Glyn explore the Welsh Plygain Carol tradition.
Today 08:48 - 08:58
Zoe Strimpel tries to imagine how her nine-month-old daughter experiences the world.
Today 08:58 - 09:00
Tweet of the Day is a series of fascinating stories about our British birds inspired by their calls and songs.
Today 09:00 - 10:00
The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell.
Today 10:00 - 11:00
Ebony Rainford-Brent, former England cricketer, shares the eight tracks, book and luxury item she would take with her if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne.
Today 11:00 - 12:15
There's a Christmas crisis at the Bull, and one resident makes a surprising admission.
Today 12:15 - 12:30
One of the biggest names in the world of artisanal baking.
Today 12:30 - 12:57
6/6. Stand-up and quizzer Paul Sinha tests the people of Merthyr Tydfil on their knowledge of Wales's 100 Greatest Heroes, from those rated alarmingly high to those who were overlooked.
Today 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Today 13:00 - 13:30
Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.
Today 13:30 - 14:00
...Mothers Scandal. From the 1970s through to even the early 1990s, UK courts removed children from lesbian mothers. Sophie Wilkinson investigates the scale of the practice and meets those affected.
Today 14:00 - 14:45
What would the panel plant in a garden for reflection? Are there any alternatives to perlite and vermiculite? Kathy and the GQT panel answer these questions and more.
Today 14:45 - 15:00
The series that looks at books, plays and stories and how they work. John Yorke dives into the undersea world of Peter Benchley's novel The Girl of the Sea of Cortez.
Today 15:00 - 16:00
A coming-of age ecological fable from the author of Jaws. A Mexican girl fights family and tradition to protect the marine habitat she loves and has sworn to keep secret.
Today 16:00 - 16:30
Take Four Books, presented by James Crawford, speaks to Tessa Hadley about her new novella, The Party, and the three other books that have influenced her writing.
Today 16:30 - 17:00
Russell Davies welcomes competitors from around the UK to compete for the prestigious title Brain of Britain 2024.
Today 17:00 - 17:10
In 1936, the Emperor of Ethiopia Haile Selassie was exiled in Bath in the west of England. He was escaping Mussolini and the fascists who had invaded his home country.
Today 17:10 - 17:54
From prison cells to family homes, we explore how breaking free from county lines requires more than escape - it means confronting our own prejudices about who deserves help.
Today 17:54 - 17:57
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Today 17:57 - 18:00
The latest weather reports and forecast.
Today 18:00 - 18:15
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Today 18:15 - 19:00
Luke Wright chooses audio highlights from the past week on BBC radio.
Today 19:00 - 19:15
One resident faces a blast from the past, and will Mick's debut go according to plan?
Today 19:15 - 19:45
Are you Ready to Transmit? Competitors from across the world travel to Tunisia to take part in the International High Speed Telegraphy competition.
Today 19:45 - 20:00
Michael investigates how breathing through your nose rather than your mouth can lead to better memory, improve lung function and even help fight off infections.
Today 20:00 - 20:30
Andrea Catherwood hears your views on The Archers scam week and the end of Short Cuts, as well as Mishal Husain's departure from BBC Radio and new comedy series The Naked Week.
Today 20:30 - 21:00
Matthew Bannister on film-maker Vicky Stone, rower Penny Chuter, university leader Clifton Wharton Junior and lyricist Peter Sinfield.
Today 21:00 - 21:25
If you're a pensioner missing the Winter Fuel Payment this year - what other help could you get if you're struggling?
Today 21:25 - 21:30
Presenter Ade Adepitan makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of the charity Able Child.
Today 21:30 - 22:00
Lyse Doucet tells the story of Mama Nour, a steely woman, orphaned in childhood, who now provides refuge for other women and children amid Sudan's ongoing civil war.
Today 22:00 - 23:00
Radio 4's Sunday night political discussion programme.
Today 23:00 - 23:45
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the 12th-century Persian writer of epic romantic poetry whose fame spread from his hometown of Ganja across the Persian-speaking world and beyond.
Today 23:45 - 00:00
When Cleo's 84-year-old mother tells her daughter she's engaged, Cleo rushes to work out what's going on. Francesca Reece's story is read by Aimee-Ffion Edwards.
Mon Dec 09
Tomorrow 00:00 - 00:15
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
Tomorrow 00:15 - 00:45
Low harvests, economic and climate batterings, changing tastes - is French wine in crisis? John Murphy travels to Bordeaux and Languedoc to find out the impact this is having.
Tomorrow 00:45 - 00:48
Bells on Sunday comes from the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris.
Tomorrow 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Tomorrow 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 joins 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 start the day with the Rev Dr Stephen Wigley.
Tomorrow 05:45 - 05:57
Warnings that the new border inspection system risks letting in disease.
Tomorrow 05:57 - 06:00
Weather reports and forecasts for farmers.
Tomorrow 06:00 - 09:00
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:45
Sir Alex Younger, Armida van Rij and Ross Clark discuss security threats and cooperation, with Shahidha Bari.
Tomorrow 09:45 - 10:00
...the Mind. Neurologist Jules Montague and William Miller meet Dave, who has been diagnosed with Dementia With Lewy Bodies, which causes him to see things that aren't there.
Tomorrow 10:00 - 11:00
How does the UK fare as a country in which to raise children?
Tomorrow 11:00 - 11:45
Through community leaders, survivors, and local activists, we discover where hope lies in the fight against county lines, and ask what society must change to protect its children.
Tomorrow 11:45 - 12:00
1/5. Alexei Navalny was the fearless and outspoken Russian political figure who died in 2024 in a Siberian penal colony. This is his life in his own words. Benedict Cumberbatch reads.
Tomorrow 12:00 - 12:04
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Tomorrow 12:04 - 12:57
News and discussion of consumer affairs.
Tomorrow 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:45
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
Tomorrow 13:45 - 14:00
Power of Attorney - what can go wrong? Concerned neighbours ask Sue Mitchell for help in finding out how one man has taken control of the finances of scores of vulnerable people.
Tomorrow 14:00 - 14:15
One resident faces a blast from the past, and will Mick's debut go according to plan?
Tomorrow 14:15 - 14:45
4/4. Bill Bailey stars as a stressed-out businessman, whose life is unexpectedly turned upside down by someone he hasn't seen for 45 years - his imaginary childhood friend, Hennikay.
Tomorrow 14:45 - 15:00
1/3. Christie's iconic detective is reimagined by Elly Griffith as an author travels to the Amalfi coast with murder on his mind. Read by John Heffernan.
Tomorrow 15:00 - 15:30
Wildlife cameraman Doug Allan nominates someone who was a huge inspiration in his choice of career: the French oceanographer and explorer Captain Jacques Cousteau.
Tomorrow 15:30 - 16:00
As a young activist, how did Mandela first attempt to overthrow the South African government to end apartheid?
Tomorrow 16:00 - 16:30
...Mothers Scandal. From the 1970s through to even the early 1990s, UK courts removed children from lesbian mothers. Sophie Wilkinson investigates the scale of the practice and meets those affected.
Tomorrow 16:30 - 17:00
4/6. Jay is joined by Shelina Permaloo, James 'Jockey' Petrie, Melek Erdal and Dr Annie Gray as they answer your culinary conundrums in a postbag edition.
Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines.
Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00
1/6. Jack Dee hosts Radio 4's antidote to panel games from the Great Hall in Exeter.
Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:15
Alan faces a tricky negotiation, and Natasha gives some home truths.
Tomorrow 19:15 - 20:00
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
Tomorrow 20:00 - 20:30
After the fall of Aleppo could rebels topple the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad?
Tomorrow 20:30 - 21:00
How is new additive Bovaer tackling methane from burpy cows - and is it safe? Also, are billionaires really deserting Earth for space, and why are whales wearing salmon hats?
Tomorrow 21:00 - 21:45
Sir Alex Younger, Armida van Rij and Ross Clark discuss security threats and cooperation, with Shahidha Bari.
Tomorrow 21:45 - 22:00
Rhianna Pratchett explores the dark world of water demons, in her quest to meet mythical creatures and discover what they reveal about us.
Tomorrow 22:00 - 22:45
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
Tomorrow 22:45 - 23:00
6/10. As Dave's acting career takes off in London, love and passion finally blossom, in the next episode of Alan Hollingurst's new novel.
Tomorrow 23:00 - 23:30
5/5. By Helen Cross. Maya is excited by her new life and potential, but she has a lot to learn. Rose is worried that Gulliver's family will want to steal him.
Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:00
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament.
Tue Dec 10
Tuesday 00:00 - 00:30
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Tuesday 00:30 - 00:48
1/5. Alexei Navalny was the fearless and outspoken Russian political figure who died in 2024 in a Siberian penal colony. This is his life in his own words. Benedict Cumberbatch reads.
Tuesday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Tuesday 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 joins 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 start the day with the Rev Dr Stephen Wigley.
Tuesday 05:45 - 06:00
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
Tuesday 06:00 - 09:00
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Tuesday 09:00 - 10:00
3/4. Forensic psychiatrist Dr Gwen Adshead gives her third Reith Lecture inside Grendon prison. There, she discusses with prisoners and staff if they think trauma causes violence.
Tuesday 10:00 - 11:00
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Tuesday 11:00 - 11:45
Trumpeter Yazz Ahmed and musician Rhodri Marsden embark on a global musical journey with Anna Phoebe and Jeffrey Boakye, as they add the next five tracks to the playlist.
Tuesday 11:45 - 12:00
2/5. Alexei Navalny was the fearless and outspoken Russian opposition leader. Today, he recalls the early years of his political career, and falling in love. Benedict Cumberbatch reads.
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.
Tuesday 13:45 - 14:00
Maisie was struggling to cope and thought giving someone control of her finances would help: she later regretted signing that Power of Attorney order and tells Sue Mitchell why.
Tuesday 14:00 - 14:15
Alan faces a tricky negotiation, and Natasha gives some home truths.
Tuesday 14:15 - 15:00
With summer temperatures hitting 48C, and hospitals jammed full of tourists with sun stroke, many in the aging ex-pat community in Spain have begun to consider the unthinkable.
Tuesday 15:00 - 15:30
Time capsules and yesterday's dreams of tomorrow, Josie Long presents short documentaries and audio adventures exploring lost futures.
Tuesday 15:30 - 16:00
Giles Fraser meets the first Muslim chaplain to the British Armed Forces. How can religious belief be balanced with military action leading to loss of life?
Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30
Actor Michael Sheen makes his selection of poems.
Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00
Who's in the news for all the wrong reasons? With David Yelland and Simon Lewis.
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
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
Fatiha El-Ghorri celebrates water, Dr Lindsey Fitzharris finds comfort in ritual, Rev Ben Perry connects through crying, and Dr Claire Roddie trains CAR T-cells to kill cancer.
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:15
There's an emergency dash for Ruth, and it's a difficult day for Lynda.
Tuesday 19:15 - 20:00
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
Tuesday 20:00 - 20:45
Mishal Husain is joined by an expert panel for the Today Debate.
Tuesday 20:45 - 21:00
News, views and information for people who are blind or partially sighted.
Tuesday 21:00 - 21:30
The Cook Islands and the plan to harvest the bottom of the sea.
Tuesday 21:30 - 22:00
...from Confucius to Q-Anon. Rory Stewart makes a radical case for embracing ignorance.
Tuesday 22:00 - 22:45
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
Tuesday 22:45 - 23:00
7/10. A thrilling new affair with a young actor, forces Dave to confront the issue of race, in the next episode of Alan Holilngurst's new novel.
Tuesday 23:00 - 23:30
...Keyes and Tara Flynn. Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn are back tackling the problems, large or small, of their listeners - or at least trying to. Contact: marianandtara@bbc.co.uk.
Tuesday 23:30 - 00:00
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament.
Wed Dec 11
Wednesday 00:00 - 00:30
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Wednesday 00:30 - 00:48
2/5. Alexei Navalny was the fearless and outspoken Russian opposition leader. Today, he recalls the early years of his political career, and falling in love. Benedict Cumberbatch reads.
Wednesday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Wednesday 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 joins 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 start the day with the Rev Dr Stephen Wigley.
Wednesday 05:45 - 06:00
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
Wednesday 06:00 - 09:00
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30
MFA Zaman tells Dr Sian Williams how his legal arrival in the UK from Bangladesh turned sour and how friendships and voluntary work in London helped him escape modern slavery.
Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00
The donor conceived people turning to at-home DNA tests for answers.
Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Wednesday 11:00 - 11:45
Mishal Husain is joined by an expert panel for the Today Debate.
Wednesday 11:45 - 12:00
3/5. Alexei Navalny was the fearless Russian opposition leader. In this episode, he sets out his political vision for a Beautiful Russia of the Future. Benedict Cumberbatch reads.
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.
Wednesday 13:45 - 14:00
Sue Mitchell tracks what happens when a rock and roll roadie leaves his estate to his closest friends. They become increasingly concerned that things aren't being properly handled.
Wednesday 14:00 - 14:15
There's an emergency dash for Ruth, and it's a difficult day for Lynda.
Wednesday 14:15 - 15:00
Dark comedy inspired by the story of the two scientists tasked with embalming the body of Vladimir Ilyich Lenin, the founder of the Soviet Union.
Wednesday 15:00 - 15:30
The Money Box team invites listeners and a panel of experts to discuss one personal finance topic in depth.
Wednesday 15:30 - 16:00
How do you stop a plant pathogen ripping through our farms and gardens? Pippa Greenwood follows the front line scientists defending our herbivorous economy.
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
Topical programme about the fast-changing media world.
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
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
5/6. Chris McCausland asks a panel of comedians to live in an audio only world, with Lucy Beaumont, Daliso Chaponda, Mel Giedroyc and Ben Shephard.
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:15
David struggles to keep his emotions in check, and Robert has a confession to make.
Wednesday 19:15 - 20:00
William and Jim Reid of The Jesus and Mary Chain talk to Kirsty Wark about their latest single Pop Seeds.
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
Live debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week's news stories.
Wednesday 21:00 - 21:30
An actor attempts to stage Richard III at the Lyric theatre in Belfast while coming to terms with a diagnosis of motor neurone disease - can a cutting-edge drug trial offer hope?
Wednesday 21:30 - 22:00
What can history teach us about the conflict in the Middle East?
Wednesday 22:00 - 22:45
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
Wednesday 22:45 - 23:00
8/10. At a literary festival, Dave comes face-to-face with his old bully, Giles Hadlow, now a rising-star MP, in the next episode of Alan Hollinghurst's stunning new novel.
Wednesday 23:00 - 23:15
Stoma bag user Sarah Mills' comedy guide to dealing with a fallible and embarrassing body. This week's episode - Wonky with special guest, writer, comedian and actor Eshaan Akbar.
Wednesday 23:15 - 23:30
1/6. The semi-delirious talk show returns. Special guests include British Arts colossus Sir Richard Eyre, and a return of comic heroes Kathy Burke and Jane Horrocks. Contains strong language.
Wednesday 23:30 - 00:00
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament.
Thu Dec 12
Thursday 00:00 - 00:30
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Thursday 00:30 - 00:48
3/5. Alexei Navalny was the fearless Russian opposition leader. In this episode, he sets out his political vision for a Beautiful Russia of the Future. Benedict Cumberbatch reads.
Thursday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Thursday 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 joins 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 start the day with the Rev Dr Stephen Wigley.
Thursday 05:45 - 06:00
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
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 some of the ideas on the chemistry that was needed for life to begin and thrive on Earth and the implications for where we may find life elsewhere.
Thursday 09:45 - 10:00
Armando Iannucci and Helen Lewis break down the baffling world of political language.
Thursday 10:00 - 11:00
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Thursday 11:00 - 11:45
Brian Cox and Robin Ince expand their knowledge of elasticity with Olympic trampolinist Bryony Page, comedian Jessica Fostekew and experts Anna Ploszajski and James Busfield.
Thursday 11:45 - 12:00
4/5. After a nerve agent attack which almost cost him his life, the fearless opposition leader makes the decision to return to Russia in January 2021. Benedict Cumberbatch reads.
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
Sliced Bread takes a look back at some of the products that might make their way to a spot under your Christmas tree this year.
Thursday 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Thursday 13:00 - 13:45
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
Thursday 13:45 - 14:00
Pam and Sylvie ask for help finding their friend and warn of the pressure felt to sign Power of Attorney orders. Sue Mitchell helps them search and investigates what has happened.
Thursday 14:00 - 14:15
David struggles to keep his emotions in check, and Robert has a confession to make.
Thursday 14:15 - 15:00
Having fled terrorism in native Somalia Asha gives her few remaining dollars to a trafficker hoping for a new life in Ireland only to discover that her troubles have just begun.
Thursday 15:00 - 15:27
Martha Kearney meets wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin to learn about his life through nature.
Thursday 15:27 - 15:30
Presenter Ade Adepitan makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of the charity Able Child.
Thursday 15:30 - 16:00
The programme that holds the BBC to account on behalf of the radio audience.
Thursday 16:00 - 16:30
David Aaronovitch and a panel of experts and insiders present in-depth explainers on big issues in the news.
Thursday 16:30 - 17:00
A weekly programme looking at 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
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
Omnibus edition of the unique sketch satire from Room Next Door creator Michael Spicer.
Thursday 19:00 - 19:15
Romance is in the air at Bridge Farm, and Mick bites off more than he can chew.
Thursday 19:15 - 20:00
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
Topical programme about the fast-changing media world.
Thursday 21:00 - 21:45
Jenny Eclair, Lou Sanders, Nikki Amuka-Bird and Ferdia Lennon join Clive Anderson, with music by Roddy Woomble of Idlewild.
Thursday 21:45 - 22:00
Rhianna Pratchett learns about the deadly Redcap, in her quest to meet mythical creatures and discover what they reveal about us.
Thursday 22:00 - 22:45
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
Thursday 22:45 - 23:00
9/10. With Giles Hadlow's hardline policies finding success at the ballot box, Dave faces loss on all fronts, in the next episode of Alan Hollinghurst's new novel.
Thursday 23:00 - 23:30
Amol and Nick's take on the biggest stories of the week.
Thursday 23:30 - 00:00
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament.
Fri Dec 13
Friday 00:00 - 00:30
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Friday 00:30 - 00:48
4/5. After a nerve agent attack which almost cost him his life, the fearless opposition leader makes the decision to return to Russia in January 2021. Benedict Cumberbatch reads.
Friday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Friday 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 joins 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 start the day with the Rev Dr Stephen Wigley.
Friday 05:45 - 06:00
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
Friday 06:00 - 09:00
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Friday 09:00 - 10:00
Ebony Rainford-Brent, former England cricketer, shares the eight tracks, book and luxury item she would take with her if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne.
Friday 10:00 - 11:00
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Friday 11:00 - 11:45
Restaurant businesses say it's getting tougher to survive? So what does it take to succeed? Dan Saladino speaks to leading chefs who've experienced success and failure.
Friday 11:45 - 12:00
5/5. From a Siberian penal colony, Alexei Navalny, the outspoken Russian politician approaches his final days, he reflects on his convictions and his country. Benedict Cumberbatch reads.
Friday 12:00 - 12:04
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Friday 12:04 - 12:57
Live music and sports events mean big emissions and film and TV production has a reputation for racking up the air miles. How can we clean up our industries of fun?
Friday 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Friday 13:00 - 13:45
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
Friday 13:45 - 14:00
Who do people turn to if they fear that vulnerable neighbours need help, especially when relatives live far away? Sue Mitchell follows cases, hearing from some of those involved.
Friday 14:00 - 14:15
Romance is in the air at Bridge Farm, and Mick bites off more than he can chew.
Friday 14:15 - 14:45
While Clara, the Underwoods and Mrs Boone search in Amsterdam, just who is that diving in the Maldives? Aldrich, Nakesha and Sebastian are on-deck and waving to the enemy.
Friday 14:45 - 15:00
Jack Boswell explores how other cultures handle the universal problems we face at home.
Friday 15:00 - 15:45
Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.
Friday 15:45 - 16:00
Rohan's best mate Elise is starting a cult. As if A-levels, UCAS applications and a crush on her friend Sadia wasn't enough, now she's got ancient rituals on her to-do list.
Friday 16:00 - 16:30
Weekly obituary programme telling the life stories of those who have died recently.
Friday 16:30 - 17:00
MFA Zaman tells Dr Sian Williams how his legal arrival in the UK from Bangladesh turned sour and how friendships and voluntary work in London helped him escape modern slavery.
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
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Friday 18:30 - 19:00
3/5. The Skewer's Jon Holmes, host Andrew Hunter Murray, Chief Correspondent Amy Hoggart, and The Naked Week team deliver a topical news-nude straight to your ears.
Friday 19:00 - 19:15
There's more than one shock for Kirsty, and Joy reveals an unexpected festive surprise.
Friday 19:15 - 20:00
Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe create a playlist no computer could.
Friday 20:00 - 20:50
Topical discussion posing questions to a panel of political and media personalities.
Friday 20:50 - 21:00
Weekly reflections on topical issues from a range of contributors.
Friday 21:00 - 22:00
Shahidha Bari and guests including Dr Christian Busch, Bobby Seagull, Sharron Davies, Dr Kate Thomas and Timandra Harkness discuss luck, fortune and superstition.
Friday 22:00 - 22:45
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
Friday 22:45 - 23:00
10/10. Dave and Richard's happy life together is shattered by a cruel act of violence, in the final episode of Alan Hollinghurst's new novel.
Friday 23:00 - 23:30
Join the Americast team for insights from across the US.
Friday 23:30 - 00:00
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament.
Sat Dec 14
Saturday 00:00 - 00:30
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Saturday 00:30 - 00:48
5/5. From a Siberian penal colony, Alexei Navalny, the outspoken Russian politician approaches his final days, he reflects on his convictions and his country. Benedict Cumberbatch reads.
Saturday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Saturday 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
Saturday 05:20 - 05:30
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Saturday 05:30 - 05:43
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
Saturday 05:43 - 05:45
A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Fr Dermot Preston.
Saturday 05:45 - 06:00
Jack Boswell explores how other cultures handle the universal problems we face at home.
Saturday 06:00 - 06:07
The latest news headlines. Including the weather and a look at the papers.
Saturday 06:07 - 06:30
Martha Kearney meets wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin to learn about his life through nature.
Saturday 06:30 - 06:57
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
Saturday 06:57 - 07:00
The latest weather reports and forecast.
Saturday 07:00 - 09:00
Including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Saturday 09:00 - 10:00
Radio 4's Saturday morning show brings you extraordinary stories and remarkable people.
Saturday 10:00 - 10:30
Listener Elspeth wants to know if living creatures can be frozen, stored and then reanimated. Our curious duo get into the chilling science of cryonics.
Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
5/6. Investigating every aspect of the food we eat.
Saturday 11:00 - 11:30
Radio 4's weekly assessment of developments at Westminster.
Saturday 11:30 - 12:00
Insight, wit and analysis from BBC correspondents, journalists and writers from around the world.
Saturday 12:00 - 12:04
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Saturday 12:04 - 12:30
Paul Lewis presents the latest news from the world of personal finance.
Saturday 12:30 - 12:57
3/5. The Skewer's Jon Holmes, host Andrew Hunter Murray, Chief Correspondent Amy Hoggart, and The Naked Week team deliver a topical news-nude straight to your ears.
Saturday 12:57 - 13:00
The latest weather forecast.
Saturday 13:00 - 13:10
The latest national and international news and weather reports from BBC Radio 4.
Saturday 13:10 - 14:00
Topical discussion posing questions to a panel of political and media personalities.
Saturday 14:00 - 14:45
Call Any Answers? to have your say on the big issues in the news this week.
Saturday 14:45 - 15:00
There's more than one shock for Kirsty, and Joy reveals an unexpected festive surprise.
Saturday 15:00 - 16:00
4/4. Simon Scardifield's dramatisation of Alfred Döblin's modernist masterpiece set in the ruthless underworld of 1920s Berlin. A rivalry threatens Franz Biberkopf's very humanity.
Saturday 16:00 - 17:00
Highlights from the Woman's Hour week.
Saturday 17:00 - 17:30
Full coverage of the day's news.
Saturday 17:30 - 17:54
Sliced Bread takes a look back at some of the products that might make their way to a spot under your Christmas tree this year.
Saturday 17:54 - 17:57
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Saturday 17:57 - 18:00
The latest weather reports and forecast.
Saturday 18:00 - 18:15
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Saturday 18:15 - 19:00
Stuart Maconie is joined by guests including Richard Hawley, Cariad Lloyd, Katy Stephen, Tim Clare and Seema Pankhania for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
Saturday 19:00 - 19:15
An insight into the character of an influential person making the news headlines.
Saturday 19:15 - 20:00
Brian Cox and Robin Ince expand their knowledge of elasticity with Olympic trampolinist Bryony Page, comedian Jessica Fostekew and experts Anna Ploszajski and James Busfield.
Saturday 20:00 - 21:00
Victoria Wood biographer Jasper Rees introduces never-before-broadcast songs and stand-up linked by Victoria's personal audio diaries, recorded during the making of dinnerladies.
Saturday 21:00 - 22:00
Live debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week's news stories.
Saturday 22:00 - 22:15
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Saturday 22:15 - 23:00
Restaurant businesses say it's getting tougher to survive? So what does it take to succeed? Dan Saladino speaks to leading chefs who've experienced success and failure.
Saturday 23:00 - 23:30
2/4. Alasdair Beckett-King plays host to a panel of improv comedy all stars in this new spontaneous series, full of ridiculous challenges and completely made up games.
Saturday 23:30 - 00:00
Russell Davies welcomes competitors from around the UK to compete for the prestigious title Brain of Britain 2024.
Sun Dec 15
Sunday 00:00 - 00:15
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
Sunday 00:15 - 00:48
Take Four Books, presented by James Crawford, speaks to Tessa Hadley about her new novella, The Party, and the three other books that have influenced her writing.
Sunday 00:48 - 01:00
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Sunday 01:00 - 05:20
BBC Radio 4 joins 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 the church of St John the Baptist, Felixstowe.
Sunday 05:45 - 06:00
News, views and information for people who are blind or partially sighted.
Sunday 06:00 - 06:05
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Sunday 06:05 - 06:35
Giles Fraser meets the first Muslim chaplain to the British Armed Forces. How can religious belief be balanced with military action leading to loss of life?
Sunday 06:35 - 06:57
Sybil Ruscoe visits an urban farm with a rural feel.
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
The rapper Professor Green makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Groundwork 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 Sunday papers.
Sunday 08:10 - 08:48
For over 100 years the sound of carolling has been heard in pubs and halls in the villages around Sheffield. Many of the carols are unique to the area and to this local tradition.
Sunday 08:48 - 08:58
Weekly reflections on topical issues from a range of contributors.
Sunday 08:58 - 09:00
Tweet of the Day is a series of fascinating stories about our British birds inspired by their calls and songs.
Sunday 09:00 - 10:00
The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell.
Sunday 10:00 - 11:00
Cher, singer and actor, shares the eight tracks, book and luxury item she would take with her if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne.
Sunday 11:00 - 12:15
One resident faces a blast from the past, and David struggles to keep his emotions in check.
Sunday 12:15 - 12:30
An insight into the character of an influential person making the news headlines.
Sunday 12:30 - 12:57
1/6. Jack Dee hosts Radio 4's antidote to panel games from the Great Hall in Exeter.
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
The richest man in the world is attacking the UK's culture and institutions. Why is he doing it? Will the UK start to see itself differently as a result?
Sunday 14:00 - 14:45
Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.
Sunday 14:45 - 15:00
An original short story from João Morais, read by Dean Rehman. Chris would like to be a better man, but the words in his head never come out right.
Sunday 15:00 - 16:00
By Paul Sirett. A radical reworking of Ben Jonson's classic satire, set in a dystopian future.
Sunday 16:00 - 16:30
Programme looking at new fiction and non-fiction books.
Sunday 16:30 - 17:00
Russell Davies welcomes competitors from around the UK for the semi-final stage of the prestigious annual general knowledge tournament.
Sunday 17:00 - 17:10
In 1987, Waris Dirie had her picture taken for the first time. After striking her first pose it was clear she belonged in front of the lens.
Sunday 17:10 - 17:54
Through community leaders, survivors, and local activists, we discover where hope lies in the fight against county lines, and ask what society must change to protect its children.
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
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
There's a surprise for Kirsty, and Emma struggles with reality.
Sunday 19:15 - 19:45
Geoff Lloyd hears a crazy tale that Karaoke was invented in Stockport. On his quest to track down the truth, he discovers an underground pub league devoted to competitive karaoke.
Sunday 19:45 - 20:00
Cheers! How choosing red wine - over other types of alcohol - could keep your heart healthy, lower your cholesterol and boost your gut bacteria.
Sunday 20:00 - 20:30
The programme that holds the BBC to account on behalf of the radio audience.
Sunday 20:30 - 21:00
Weekly obituary programme telling the life stories of those who have died recently.
Sunday 21:00 - 21:25
Paul Lewis presents the latest news from the world of personal finance.
Sunday 21:25 - 21:30
The rapper Professor Green makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Groundwork UK.
Sunday 21:30 - 22:00
Insight, wit and analysis from BBC correspondents, journalists and writers from around the world.
Sunday 22:00 - 23:00
Radio 4's Sunday night political discussion programme.
Sunday 23:00 - 23:45
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss some of the ideas on the chemistry that was needed for life to begin and thrive on Earth and the implications for where we may find life elsewhere.
Sunday 23:45 - 00:00
Rohan's best mate Elise is starting a cult. As if A-levels, UCAS applications and a crush on her friend Sadia wasn't enough, now she's got ancient rituals on her to-do list.