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Fri May 16
The Northern Irish Man in CS Lewis

Today 15:00 - 16:00

How the celebrated author's fascinating childhood inspired those tales of Narnia. Brian Sibley's account stars Geoffrey Palmer.

Soul Music

Today 16:00 - 16:30

4/5. The enduring appeal of the Dire Straits classic, Brothers in Arms, is explored. With John Illsley and Sam Millar. From 2012.

Cooking Up A Royal Treat

Today 16:30 - 17:00

What was it like to serve in the 1930s? Adrian Bell takes nonagenarian Flo Wadlow back to Blickling Hall in Norfolk. From 2004.

The Blackburn Files

Today 17:00 - 17:30

5/5. An elderly couple's time-share cash con sparks investigator Stephen J Blackburn's first case abroad. Stars Fine-Time Fontayne.

Stand By For West

Today 17:30 - 18:00

7/7. Battling to solve the case, Roger West follows several lines of enquiry to find the crooked copper. Stars Patrick Allen.

Up the Garden Path

Today 18:00 - 18:30

6/6. Will pregnant Izzy be able to finally settle down with the man of her dreams? Stars Imelda Staunton. From October 1993.

Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

Today 18:30 - 19:00

2/8. Improvement grants explained and a plumber muses on words. Sketch comedy with Ronnie Barker and Pauline Yates. From July 1972.

Relativity

Today 19:00 - 19:30

3/4. Ian and Chloe's wedding day is here and Chloe's estranged parents are testing patience. Stars Richard Herring. From 2019.

Nature Cure

Today 19:30 - 19:45

5/5. Sharing his journey back to good health, new love and a long hot summer re-awaken the writer's passion for nature. From 2005.

Meet Me At the Museum

Today 19:45 - 20:00

10/10. Tina must make a decision about her life. Can Anders assist her? Starring Tamsin Greig and Paul Ritter.

Whispers

Today 20:00 - 20:30

3/6. Gyles Brandreth's quiz about scandals, with Anthony Holden, Stella Duffy, Jennie Bond and Geoffrey Durham. From November 2003.

More Mr Mulliner

Today 20:30 - 21:00

2/4. Pub raconteur Mr Mulliner's tale of Osbert Mulliner and his troubles after falling in love. Stars Richard Griffiths. From 2004.

The Northern Irish Man in CS Lewis

Today 21:00 - 22:00

How the celebrated author's fascinating childhood inspired those tales of Narnia. Brian Sibley's account stars Geoffrey Palmer.

Call Jonathan Pie

Today 22:00 - 22:30

Jules and Pie find themselves trapped together with just a bottle of whisky for company. What can go wrong?

Jeremy Hardy Feels It

Today 22:30 - 23:00

1/4. 4 Extra Debut. Jeremy hosts the series that not only seconds that emotion, but explains it too. So why is he feeling... happy? From 2017.

The Hudson and Pepperdine Show

Today 23:00 - 23:30

4/6. Gurus, spirit guides and a sweat lodge ritual - Mel Hudson and Vicki Pepperdine plunge into new age therapies. From 2003.

Cowards

Today 23:30 - 00:00

5/6. Unusual pets and shock elections in the bizarre world of Tom Basden, Stefan Golaszewski, Tim Key and Lloyd Woolf. From May 2007.

Sat May 17
Soul Music

Tomorrow 00:00 - 00:30

4/5. The enduring appeal of the Dire Straits classic, Brothers in Arms, is explored. With John Illsley and Sam Millar. From 2012.

Cooking Up A Royal Treat

Tomorrow 00:30 - 01:00

What was it like to serve in the 1930s? Adrian Bell takes nonagenarian Flo Wadlow back to Blickling Hall in Norfolk. From 2004.

The Blackburn Files

Tomorrow 01:00 - 01:30

5/5. An elderly couple's time-share cash con sparks investigator Stephen J Blackburn's first case abroad. Stars Fine-Time Fontayne.

Stand By For West

Tomorrow 01:30 - 02:00

7/7. Battling to solve the case, Roger West follows several lines of enquiry to find the crooked copper. Stars Patrick Allen.

Up the Garden Path

Tomorrow 02:00 - 02:30

6/6. Will pregnant Izzy be able to finally settle down with the man of her dreams? Stars Imelda Staunton. From October 1993.

Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

Tomorrow 02:30 - 03:00

2/8. Improvement grants explained and a plumber muses on words. Sketch comedy with Ronnie Barker and Pauline Yates. From July 1972.

Relativity

Tomorrow 03:00 - 03:30

3/4. Ian and Chloe's wedding day is here and Chloe's estranged parents are testing patience. Stars Richard Herring. From 2019.

Nature Cure

Tomorrow 03:30 - 03:45

5/5. Sharing his journey back to good health, new love and a long hot summer re-awaken the writer's passion for nature. From 2005.

Meet Me At the Museum

Tomorrow 03:45 - 04:00

10/10. Tina must make a decision about her life. Can Anders assist her? Starring Tamsin Greig and Paul Ritter.

Whispers

Tomorrow 04:00 - 04:30

3/6. Gyles Brandreth's quiz about scandals, with Anthony Holden, Stella Duffy, Jennie Bond and Geoffrey Durham. From November 2003.

More Mr Mulliner

Tomorrow 04:30 - 05:00

2/4. Pub raconteur Mr Mulliner's tale of Osbert Mulliner and his troubles after falling in love. Stars Richard Griffiths. From 2004.

The Northern Irish Man in C S Lewis

Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00

How the celebrated author's fascinating childhood inspired those tales of Narnia. Brian Sibley's account stars Geoffrey Palmer.

Football Play for Girls

Tomorrow 06:00 - 07:15

4 Extra Debut. Joan's been married to Vincent for 25 years, but feels he loves Liverpool FC more than her. Stars Anna Keavney.

An Arrangement in Grey and Black

Tomorrow 07:15 - 07:30

In 1871, Whistler paints a masterpiece picture of his mother. A century later, it reappears. Read by Susannah York.

If Then by Jill Lepore (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 07:30 - 08:45

The story of Simulmatics, the US data company that paved the way for Facebook and Cambridge Analytica. Read by Laurel Lefkow.

Someone Like Me

Tomorrow 08:45 - 09:00

1/5. Broadcaster, writer and musician Miles Kington shares his eccentric childhood musings: the stolen pram. From 2005.

Molesworth

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

3/4. Leisure means watching sport on TV with plenty of beer and cigs, not playing it. Stars William Rushton. From April 1987.

J. Kingston Platt

Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00

1/5. The show business survivor shares a touching tale of unexpected romance. Written and read by Peter Jones. From 1993.

Tony Law's Surreal Guide to Surreal Comedy

Tomorrow 10:00 - 11:00

2/3. Tony Law looks at Surrealism in Comedy with Michael Bentine's memories of The Goons, Monty Python sketches and a couple of Kens.

Football Play for Girls

Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:15

4 Extra Debut. Joan's been married to Vincent for 25 years, but feels he loves Liverpool FC more than her. Stars Anna Keavney.

An Arrangement in Grey and Black

Tomorrow 12:15 - 12:30

In 1871, Whistler paints a masterpiece picture of his mother. A century later, it reappears. Read by Susannah York.

If Then by Jill Lepore (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 12:30 - 13:45

The story of Simulmatics, the US data company that paved the way for Facebook and Cambridge Analytica. Read by Laurel Lefkow.

Someone Like Me

Tomorrow 13:45 - 14:00

1/5. Broadcaster, writer and musician Miles Kington shares his eccentric childhood musings: the stolen pram. From 2005.

Molesworth

Tomorrow 14:00 - 14:30

3/4. Leisure means watching sport on TV with plenty of beer and cigs, not playing it. Stars William Rushton. From April 1987.

J. Kingston Platt

Tomorrow 14:30 - 15:00

1/5. The show business survivor shares a touching tale of unexpected romance. Written and read by Peter Jones. From 1993.

Tony Law's Surreal Guide to Surreal Comedy

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00

2/3. Tony Law looks at Surrealism in Comedy with Michael Bentine's memories of The Goons, Monty Python sketches and a couple of Kens.

She

Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00

2/2. The beguiling White Queen believes Leo to be the lover for whom she has waited 2,000 years. Stars Tim McInnerny.

Football Play for Girls

Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:15

4 Extra Debut. Joan's been married to Vincent for 25 years, but feels he loves Liverpool FC more than her. Stars Anna Keavney.

An Arrangement in Grey and Black

Tomorrow 18:15 - 18:30

In 1871, Whistler paints a masterpiece picture of his mother. A century later, it reappears. Read by Susannah York.

If Then by Jill Lepore (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:45

The story of Simulmatics, the US data company that paved the way for Facebook and Cambridge Analytica. Read by Laurel Lefkow.

Someone Like Me

Tomorrow 19:45 - 20:00

1/5. Broadcaster, writer and musician Miles Kington shares his eccentric childhood musings: the stolen pram. From 2005.

Molesworth

Tomorrow 20:00 - 20:30

3/4. Leisure means watching sport on TV with plenty of beer and cigs, not playing it. Stars William Rushton. From April 1987.

J. Kingston Platt

Tomorrow 20:30 - 21:00

1/5. The show business survivor shares a touching tale of unexpected romance. Written and read by Peter Jones. From 1993.

Tony Law's Surreal Guide to Surreal Comedy

Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00

2/3. Tony Law looks at Surrealism in Comedy with Michael Bentine's memories of The Goons, Monty Python sketches and a couple of Kens.

Andy Hamilton Sort of Remembers

Tomorrow 22:00 - 22:30

1/4. Andy remembers his favourite childhood sounds, including the ice-cream van and the roar of Stamford Bridge. From 2017.

Start/Stop

Tomorrow 22:30 - 23:00

2/8. The love, marriage - and despair of three couples. A death causes some reprehensible behaviour. Starring Fiona Allen. From 2014.

Radio 9

Tomorrow 23:00 - 23:30

2/5. An unusual travel diary, very dangerous racing and faking skiing downhill. Stars Johnny Daukes and Hils Barker. From July 2005.

Chain Reaction

Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:00

5/6. One feisty comedian grills another in the tag talk show where the guest is the next programme's interviewer. From January 2005.

Sun May 18
She

Sunday 00:00 - 01:00

2/2. The beguiling White Queen believes Leo to be the lover for whom she has waited 2,000 years. Stars Tim McInnerny.

Football Play for Girls

Sunday 01:00 - 02:15

4 Extra Debut. Joan's been married to Vincent for 25 years, but feels he loves Liverpool FC more than her. Stars Anna Keavney.

An Arrangement in Grey and Black

Sunday 02:15 - 02:30

In 1871, Whistler paints a masterpiece picture of his mother. A century later, it reappears. Read by Susannah York.

If Then by Jill Lepore (Omnibus)

Sunday 02:30 - 03:45

The story of Simulmatics, the US data company that paved the way for Facebook and Cambridge Analytica. Read by Laurel Lefkow.

Someone Like Me

Sunday 03:45 - 04:00

1/5. Broadcaster, writer and musician Miles Kington shares his eccentric childhood musings: the stolen pram. From 2005.

Molesworth

Sunday 04:00 - 04:30

3/4. Leisure means watching sport on TV with plenty of beer and cigs, not playing it. Stars William Rushton. From April 1987.

J. Kingston Platt

Sunday 04:30 - 05:00

1/5. The show business survivor shares a touching tale of unexpected romance. Written and read by Peter Jones. From 1993.

Tony Law's Surreal Guide to Surreal Comedy

Sunday 05:00 - 06:00

2/3. Tony Law looks at Surrealism in Comedy with Michael Bentine's memories of The Goons, Monty Python sketches and a couple of Kens.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 06:00 - 06:45

From Arsenal 1971 Squad to Monty Python. Footballer Tony Adams shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2010.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 06:45 - 07:00

David Attenborough remembers when he and Sir Peter Scott were exploring the existence of the Loch Ness Monster. From April 2011.

Poetry Extra: Imagiste

Sunday 07:00 - 07:30

Daljit Nagra selects Imagiste featuring the rich legacy of female poets before the First World War. From 2022.

Nature Cure (Omnibus)

Sunday 07:30 - 08:40

Pioneering nature writer Richard Mabey reads his groundbreaking book on the impact of nature on mental health. From 2005.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 08:40 - 08:50

West End star and author Carrie Hope Fletcher chooses 'Sophia' by Nerina Pallo and Toploader's 'Dancing in the Moonlight'.

Meet Me At the Museum (Omnibus)

Sunday 08:50 - 10:00

2/2. Curator Anders and Tina try to understand what their futures might hold. Starring Tamsin Grieg and Paul Ritter.

Life With The Lyons

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

How will Barbara's parents react when they find out she's fallen for an older man? Stars Bebe Daniels and Ben Lyon. From 1954.

Huddwinks

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

1/6. Melissa and Compton win a holiday, but spurn Herne Bay for an adventure in ancient Egypt. Starring Roy Hudd. From 1988.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 11:00 - 11:45

From Arsenal 1971 Squad to Monty Python. Footballer Tony Adams shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2010.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 11:45 - 12:00

David Attenborough remembers when he and Sir Peter Scott were exploring the existence of the Loch Ness Monster. From April 2011.

Poetry Extra: Imagiste

Sunday 12:00 - 12:30

Daljit Nagra selects Imagiste featuring the rich legacy of female poets before the First World War. From 2022.

Nature Cure (Omnibus)

Sunday 12:30 - 13:40

Pioneering nature writer Richard Mabey reads his groundbreaking book on the impact of nature on mental health. From 2005.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 13:40 - 13:50

West End star and author Carrie Hope Fletcher chooses 'Sophia' by Nerina Pallo and Toploader's 'Dancing in the Moonlight'.

Meet Me At the Museum (Omnibus)

Sunday 13:50 - 15:00

2/2. Curator Anders and Tina try to understand what their futures might hold. Starring Tamsin Grieg and Paul Ritter.

Life With The Lyons

Sunday 15:00 - 15:30

How will Barbara's parents react when they find out she's fallen for an older man? Stars Bebe Daniels and Ben Lyon. From 1954.

Huddwinks

Sunday 15:30 - 16:00

1/6. Melissa and Compton win a holiday, but spurn Herne Bay for an adventure in ancient Egypt. Starring Roy Hudd. From 1988.

All the Dark Corners

Sunday 16:00 - 16:45

3/3. Befriended by a lonely old woman upstairs, Fran and Abe agree to perform an ancient ritual after she dies. Stars Sarah Smart.

Get Carter: The Bloody Chamber

Sunday 16:45 - 17:00

4/5. When Beauty refuses to let her new master see her naked, he reveals his true nature. Stars Hannah Genesius and Jonathan Tafler.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 17:00 - 17:45

From Arsenal 1971 Squad to Monty Python. Footballer Tony Adams shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2010.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 17:45 - 18:00

David Attenborough remembers when he and Sir Peter Scott were exploring the existence of the Loch Ness Monster. From April 2011.

Poetry Extra: Imagiste

Sunday 18:00 - 18:30

Daljit Nagra selects Imagiste featuring the rich legacy of female poets before the First World War. From 2022.

Nature Cure (Omnibus)

Sunday 18:30 - 19:40

Pioneering nature writer Richard Mabey reads his groundbreaking book on the impact of nature on mental health. From 2005.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 19:40 - 19:50

West End star and author Carrie Hope Fletcher chooses 'Sophia' by Nerina Pallo and Toploader's 'Dancing in the Moonlight'.

Meet Me At the Museum (Omnibus)

Sunday 19:50 - 21:00

2/2. Curator Anders and Tina try to understand what their futures might hold. Starring Tamsin Grieg and Paul Ritter.

Life With The Lyons

Sunday 21:00 - 21:30

How will Barbara's parents react when they find out she's fallen for an older man? Stars Bebe Daniels and Ben Lyon. From 1954.

Huddwinks

Sunday 21:30 - 22:00

1/6. Melissa and Compton win a holiday, but spurn Herne Bay for an adventure in ancient Egypt. Starring Roy Hudd. From 1988.

ElvenQuest

Sunday 22:00 - 22:30

3/6. Dean must impress his estranged dad to help the Questers at the mines of Grazak-Dun. Stars John Sessions. From October 2011.

Pick Ups

Sunday 22:30 - 22:55

5/6. Mike's pick up is on a quest, but can Lind's dinner date secure Irwell Cars' future? Stars Lesley Sharp. From November 2009.

The Comedy Club Interview

Sunday 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, The Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. And tonight, Athena Kugblenu speaks to Ola Labib.

Daphne Sounds Expensive

Sunday 23:00 - 23:30

2/4. No holds barred sketches from trio Daphne as they leave for New York but are waylaid by mathematical ineptitude. From 2016.

The Sofa Of Time

Sunday 23:30 - 00:00

1/6. Milford and Parker arrive in a magical world and go on a quest. Starring Nick Frost, Matt King and Mark Heap. From 2002.

Mon May 19
All the Dark Corners

Monday 00:00 - 00:45

3/3. Befriended by a lonely old woman upstairs, Fran and Abe agree to perform an ancient ritual after she dies. Stars Sarah Smart.

Get Carter: The Bloody Chamber

Monday 00:45 - 01:00

4/5. When Beauty refuses to let her new master see her naked, he reveals his true nature. Stars Hannah Genesius and Jonathan Tafler.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Monday 01:00 - 01:45

From Arsenal 1971 Squad to Monty Python. Footballer Tony Adams shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2010.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Monday 01:45 - 02:00

David Attenborough remembers when he and Sir Peter Scott were exploring the existence of the Loch Ness Monster. From April 2011.

Poetry Extra: Imagiste

Monday 02:00 - 02:30

Daljit Nagra selects Imagiste featuring the rich legacy of female poets before the First World War. From 2022.

Nature Cure (Omnibus)

Monday 02:30 - 03:40

Pioneering nature writer Richard Mabey reads his groundbreaking book on the impact of nature on mental health. From 2005.

Inheritance Tracks

Monday 03:40 - 03:50

West End star and author Carrie Hope Fletcher chooses 'Sophia' by Nerina Pallo and Toploader's 'Dancing in the Moonlight'.

Meet Me At the Museum (Omnibus)

Monday 03:50 - 05:00

2/2. Curator Anders and Tina try to understand what their futures might hold. Starring Tamsin Grieg and Paul Ritter.

Life With The Lyons

Monday 05:00 - 05:30

How will Barbara's parents react when they find out she's fallen for an older man? Stars Bebe Daniels and Ben Lyon. From 1954.

Huddwinks

Monday 05:30 - 06:00

1/6. Melissa and Compton win a holiday, but spurn Herne Bay for an adventure in ancient Egypt. Starring Roy Hudd. From 1988.

Credit Risk

Monday 06:00 - 06:45

4 Extra Debut. Mr Shadbolt bears a grudge against banks and has a crafty plan, while Mr Barnard is very suspicious. Starring John Rowe.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Monday 06:45 - 07:00

1/5. Snow is falling on ravaged post-war Vienna when Rollo Martins arrives looking for his friend, Harry Lime. Read by Samuel West.

North East Of Eden

Monday 07:00 - 07:30

3/6. Marcia is bored on the island. Will joining the lifeboat crew help liven things up? Stars Rebecca Front. From July 1997.

Steptoe And Son

Monday 07:30 - 08:00

10/13. Harold's plan for a bathroom upset Albert. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From September 1966.

Love in Recovery

Monday 08:00 - 08:30

5/6. The group turn to the problem of getting through a wedding as a recovering alcoholic. Stars Johnny Vegas. From 2018.

Gielgud's Letters

Monday 08:30 - 08:45

1/5. Actor Sir John Gielgud's remarkable life told through his letters. In 1936, he was Hamlet in New York. Read by Derek Jacobi.

Music and Silence

Monday 08:45 - 09:00

1/15. Denmark 1629. A young English lutenist arrives to play for King Christian. Narrated by Nicholas Farrell and Sian Thomas.

The Unbelievable Truth

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

5/6. David Mitchell hosts the panel game in which four comedians tell lies and compete against one another to see how many items of truth they are able to smuggle past their opponents.

The Extinction Tapes

Monday 09:30 - 09:45

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. Rob Newman tells the story of an unassuming mollusc which once lived in the Mobile River, but has gone forever. From 2019.

Daily Service

Monday 09:45 - 10:00

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Swarzy.

How Tickled Am I?

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

2/6. Mark Radcliffe profiles the diminutive radio star who played a schoolboy. But was he ever allowed to grow up? From April 1999.

The Floating World of Hokusai

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

Author Audrey Niffenegger explores the life of the Japanese painter, Hokusai - creator of the 'Great Wave'. From 2012.

Credit Risk

Monday 11:00 - 11:45

4 Extra Debut. Mr Shadbolt bears a grudge against banks and has a crafty plan, while Mr Barnard is very suspicious. Starring John Rowe.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Monday 11:45 - 12:00

1/5. Snow is falling on ravaged post-war Vienna when Rollo Martins arrives looking for his friend, Harry Lime. Read by Samuel West.

North East Of Eden

Monday 12:00 - 12:30

3/6. Marcia is bored on the island. Will joining the lifeboat crew help liven things up? Stars Rebecca Front. From July 1997.

Steptoe And Son

Monday 12:30 - 13:00

10/13. Harold's plan for a bathroom upset Albert. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From September 1966.

Love in Recovery

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

5/6. The group turn to the problem of getting through a wedding as a recovering alcoholic. Stars Johnny Vegas. From 2018.

Gielgud's Letters

Monday 13:30 - 13:45

1/5. Actor Sir John Gielgud's remarkable life told through his letters. In 1936, he was Hamlet in New York. Read by Derek Jacobi.

Music and Silence

Monday 13:45 - 14:00

1/15. Denmark 1629. A young English lutenist arrives to play for King Christian. Narrated by Nicholas Farrell and Sian Thomas.

Booked

Monday 14:00 - 14:30

3/6. Ian McMillan chairs the literary quiz with Mark Thomas, Dillie Keane, Roger McGough and Miles Kington. From July 1998.

Double Income, No Kids Yet

Monday 14:30 - 15:00

4/6. Dan and Lucy have the other-people's-baby blues. Could a night of poker help? Stars David Tennant. From June 2001.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

When a tornado transports Dorothy to Oz, she embarks upon a perilous journey to find her way back home. Stars Amelia Clarkson.

How Tickled Am I?

Monday 16:00 - 16:30

2/6. Mark Radcliffe profiles the diminutive radio star who played a schoolboy. But was he ever allowed to grow up? From April 1999.

The Floating World of Hokusai

Monday 16:30 - 17:00

Author Audrey Niffenegger explores the life of the Japanese painter, Hokusai - creator of the 'Great Wave'. From 2012.

Credit Risk

Monday 17:00 - 17:45

4 Extra Debut. Mr Shadbolt bears a grudge against banks and has a crafty plan, while Mr Barnard is very suspicious. Starring John Rowe.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Monday 17:45 - 18:00

1/5. Snow is falling on ravaged post-war Vienna when Rollo Martins arrives looking for his friend, Harry Lime. Read by Samuel West.

North East Of Eden

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

3/6. Marcia is bored on the island. Will joining the lifeboat crew help liven things up? Stars Rebecca Front. From July 1997.

Steptoe And Son

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

10/13. Harold's plan for a bathroom upset Albert. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From September 1966.

Love in Recovery

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

5/6. The group turn to the problem of getting through a wedding as a recovering alcoholic. Stars Johnny Vegas. From 2018.

Gielgud's Letters

Monday 19:30 - 19:45

1/5. Actor Sir John Gielgud's remarkable life told through his letters. In 1936, he was Hamlet in New York. Read by Derek Jacobi.

Music and Silence

Monday 19:45 - 20:00

1/15. Denmark 1629. A young English lutenist arrives to play for King Christian. Narrated by Nicholas Farrell and Sian Thomas.

Booked

Monday 20:00 - 20:30

3/6. Ian McMillan chairs the literary quiz with Mark Thomas, Dillie Keane, Roger McGough and Miles Kington. From July 1998.

Double Income, No Kids Yet

Monday 20:30 - 21:00

4/6. Dan and Lucy have the other-people's-baby blues. Could a night of poker help? Stars David Tennant. From June 2001.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Monday 21:00 - 22:00

When a tornado transports Dorothy to Oz, she embarks upon a perilous journey to find her way back home. Stars Amelia Clarkson.

The Unbelievable Truth

Monday 22:00 - 22:30

5/6. David Mitchell hosts the panel game in which four comedians tell lies and compete against one another to see how many items of truth they are able to smuggle past their opponents.

A Look Back At The Future

Monday 22:30 - 23:00

4/6. Recorded in July 1994, Brian Perkins, Kate Robbins and Tony Hawks find helium in the air and 'Casablanca: The Sound Man's Cut'.

The News Quiz

Monday 23:00 - 23:30

5/8. Topical panel quiz show, taking its questions from the week's news stories.

Ross Noble Goes Global

Monday 23:30 - 00:00

2/5. Teeming with spittoons and parks packed with people, the comedian visits the bustling city of Shanghai. From April 2002. Contains strong language.

Tue May 20
How Tickled Am I?

Tuesday 00:00 - 00:30

2/6. Mark Radcliffe profiles the diminutive radio star who played a schoolboy. But was he ever allowed to grow up? From April 1999.

The Floating World of Hokusai

Tuesday 00:30 - 01:00

Author Audrey Niffenegger explores the life of the Japanese painter, Hokusai - creator of the 'Great Wave'. From 2012.

Credit Risk

Tuesday 01:00 - 01:45

4 Extra Debut. Mr Shadbolt bears a grudge against banks and has a crafty plan, while Mr Barnard is very suspicious. Starring John Rowe.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Tuesday 01:45 - 02:00

1/5. Snow is falling on ravaged post-war Vienna when Rollo Martins arrives looking for his friend, Harry Lime. Read by Samuel West.

North East Of Eden

Tuesday 02:00 - 02:30

3/6. Marcia is bored on the island. Will joining the lifeboat crew help liven things up? Stars Rebecca Front. From July 1997.

Steptoe And Son

Tuesday 02:30 - 03:00

10/13. Harold's plan for a bathroom upset Albert. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From September 1966.

Love in Recovery

Tuesday 03:00 - 03:30

5/6. The group turn to the problem of getting through a wedding as a recovering alcoholic. Stars Johnny Vegas. From 2018.

Gielgud's Letters

Tuesday 03:30 - 03:45

1/5. Actor Sir John Gielgud's remarkable life told through his letters. In 1936, he was Hamlet in New York. Read by Derek Jacobi.

Music and Silence

Tuesday 03:45 - 04:00

1/15. Denmark 1629. A young English lutenist arrives to play for King Christian. Narrated by Nicholas Farrell and Sian Thomas.

Booked

Tuesday 04:00 - 04:30

3/6. Ian McMillan chairs the literary quiz with Mark Thomas, Dillie Keane, Roger McGough and Miles Kington. From July 1998.

Double Income, No Kids Yet

Tuesday 04:30 - 05:00

4/6. Dan and Lucy have the other-people's-baby blues. Could a night of poker help? Stars David Tennant. From June 2001.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00

When a tornado transports Dorothy to Oz, she embarks upon a perilous journey to find her way back home. Stars Amelia Clarkson.

A Bobby's Job

Tuesday 06:00 - 06:45

Pulled in to investigate thieving at a local firm, a young detective gets sucked into some dodgy dealings. Stars Mark Jordon.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Tuesday 06:45 - 07:00

2/5. Post-war Vienna: Harry Lime is dead, but his friend Rollo Martins has suspicions about the circumstances. Read by Samuel West.

To the Manor Born

Tuesday 07:00 - 07:30

7/10. Devere takes a shine to Mrs Forbes-Hamilton's guest. Is Audrey jealous? Adapted from TV, with Penelope Keith. From March 1997.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 07:30 - 08:00

22/25. Neddie Seagoon tries to set fire to the English Channel to claim the insurance. Stars Harry Secombe. From February 1957.

Bad Salsa

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

3/4. After treatment for ovarian and breast cancer, Chippy is mad, Jill is sad and Terri is definitely dangerous to know. From 2014.

Gielgud's Letters

Tuesday 08:30 - 08:45

2/5. In 1952 John Gielgud travelled to Hollywood to star in 'Julius Caesar'. Derek Jacobi reads his remarkable letters.

Music and Silence

Tuesday 08:45 - 09:00

2/15. The king asks Peter Claire to watch over him and Kirsten gets a new attendant. Stars Frances Barber and Stella Gonet.

Unspeakable

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

1/6. Phil Wang and Susie Dent challenge guests to invent new words to help create the new ultimate Unspeakable dictionary. With special guests Clive Anderson, Ed Gamble and Sindhu Vee.

The Extinction Tapes

Tuesday 09:30 - 09:45

2/5. Can humans ever progress without endangering precious marine life? Presented by Rob Newman. From 2019.

Daily Service

Tuesday 09:45 - 10:00

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Azariah France Williams.

A Good Read

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

Gráinne Maguire, John Higgs and Harriett Gilbert choose books by Jeremy Lent, Elaine Dundy and Beryl Bainbridge. From 2018.

The Pigeon Whistles

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

4 Extra Debut. Pigeon Pete and musician Nathanial Mann bring to life the thousand year old art of pigeon whistles. From 2017.

A Bobby's Job

Tuesday 11:00 - 11:45

Pulled in to investigate thieving at a local firm, a young detective gets sucked into some dodgy dealings. Stars Mark Jordon.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Tuesday 11:45 - 12:00

2/5. Post-war Vienna: Harry Lime is dead, but his friend Rollo Martins has suspicions about the circumstances. Read by Samuel West.

To the Manor Born

Tuesday 12:00 - 12:30

7/10. Devere takes a shine to Mrs Forbes-Hamilton's guest. Is Audrey jealous? Adapted from TV, with Penelope Keith. From March 1997.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 12:30 - 13:00

22/25. Neddie Seagoon tries to set fire to the English Channel to claim the insurance. Stars Harry Secombe. From February 1957.

Bad Salsa

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

3/4. After treatment for ovarian and breast cancer, Chippy is mad, Jill is sad and Terri is definitely dangerous to know. From 2014.

Gielgud's Letters

Tuesday 13:30 - 13:45

2/5. In 1952 John Gielgud travelled to Hollywood to star in 'Julius Caesar'. Derek Jacobi reads his remarkable letters.

Music and Silence

Tuesday 13:45 - 14:00

2/15. The king asks Peter Claire to watch over him and Kirsten gets a new attendant. Stars Frances Barber and Stella Gonet.

It's Your Round

Tuesday 14:00 - 14:30

2/6. Angus Deayton lets Sandi Toksvig, Clive Anderson, Humphrey Ker and Milton Jones devise their own panel show rounds. From 2012.

Tomorrow, Today!

Tuesday 14:30 - 15:00

4/6. The futuristic radio soap tries to avoid censorship by becoming an outside broadcast. Stars Peter Bowles. From February 2008.

Joseph Andrews

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

1/4. 1737: Handsome footman Mr Joseph Andrews wishes to remain uncorrupted. Much to the sorrow of Lady Booby. Stars June Barrie.

A Good Read

Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30

Gráinne Maguire, John Higgs and Harriett Gilbert choose books by Jeremy Lent, Elaine Dundy and Beryl Bainbridge. From 2018.

The Pigeon Whistles

Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00

4 Extra Debut. Pigeon Pete and musician Nathanial Mann bring to life the thousand year old art of pigeon whistles. From 2017.

A Bobby's Job

Tuesday 17:00 - 17:45

Pulled in to investigate thieving at a local firm, a young detective gets sucked into some dodgy dealings. Stars Mark Jordon.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Tuesday 17:45 - 18:00

2/5. Post-war Vienna: Harry Lime is dead, but his friend Rollo Martins has suspicions about the circumstances. Read by Samuel West.

To the Manor Born

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

7/10. Devere takes a shine to Mrs Forbes-Hamilton's guest. Is Audrey jealous? Adapted from TV, with Penelope Keith. From March 1997.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

22/25. Neddie Seagoon tries to set fire to the English Channel to claim the insurance. Stars Harry Secombe. From February 1957.

Bad Salsa

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

3/4. After treatment for ovarian and breast cancer, Chippy is mad, Jill is sad and Terri is definitely dangerous to know. From 2014.

Gielgud's Letters

Tuesday 19:30 - 19:45

2/5. In 1952 John Gielgud travelled to Hollywood to star in 'Julius Caesar'. Derek Jacobi reads his remarkable letters.

Music and Silence

Tuesday 19:45 - 20:00

2/15. The king asks Peter Claire to watch over him and Kirsten gets a new attendant. Stars Frances Barber and Stella Gonet.

It's Your Round

Tuesday 20:00 - 20:30

2/6. Angus Deayton lets Sandi Toksvig, Clive Anderson, Humphrey Ker and Milton Jones devise their own panel show rounds. From 2012.

Tomorrow, Today!

Tuesday 20:30 - 21:00

4/6. The futuristic radio soap tries to avoid censorship by becoming an outside broadcast. Stars Peter Bowles. From February 2008.

Joseph Andrews

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00

1/4. 1737: Handsome footman Mr Joseph Andrews wishes to remain uncorrupted. Much to the sorrow of Lady Booby. Stars June Barrie.

Unspeakable

Tuesday 22:00 - 22:30

1/6. Phil Wang and Susie Dent challenge guests to invent new words to help create the new ultimate Unspeakable dictionary. With special guests Clive Anderson, Ed Gamble and Sindhu Vee.

Tim Key's Late Night Poetry Programme

Tuesday 22:30 - 22:45

2/6. Tim's grappling with dating through the medium of poetry and attempting to woo Anne White on a date. With Tom Basden. From 2015.

Sir Ralph Stanza's Letter From Salford

Tuesday 22:45 - 23:00

2/6. The poet runs classes in a garage in his mission to bring lyricism to the land of Lowry. Stars James Quinn. From May 2003.

Arthur Smith's Balham Bash

Tuesday 23:00 - 23:30

2/4. Arthur Smith entertains at his south London home. With Alex Wilson's salsa combo, Jenny Eclair and Simon Evans. From April 2011.

Seekers

Tuesday 23:30 - 00:00

6/6. It's the morning after Stuart's stag night - his back hurts and Mr Big is looking for him. Stars Mathew Horne. From 2015.

Wed May 21
A Good Read

Wednesday 00:00 - 00:30

Gráinne Maguire, John Higgs and Harriett Gilbert choose books by Jeremy Lent, Elaine Dundy and Beryl Bainbridge. From 2018.

The Pigeon Whistles

Wednesday 00:30 - 01:00

4 Extra Debut. Pigeon Pete and musician Nathanial Mann bring to life the thousand year old art of pigeon whistles. From 2017.

A Bobby's Job

Wednesday 01:00 - 01:45

Pulled in to investigate thieving at a local firm, a young detective gets sucked into some dodgy dealings. Stars Mark Jordon.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Wednesday 01:45 - 02:00

2/5. Post-war Vienna: Harry Lime is dead, but his friend Rollo Martins has suspicions about the circumstances. Read by Samuel West.

To the Manor Born

Wednesday 02:00 - 02:30

7/10. Devere takes a shine to Mrs Forbes-Hamilton's guest. Is Audrey jealous? Adapted from TV, with Penelope Keith. From March 1997.

The Goon Show

Wednesday 02:30 - 03:00

22/25. Neddie Seagoon tries to set fire to the English Channel to claim the insurance. Stars Harry Secombe. From February 1957.

Bad Salsa

Wednesday 03:00 - 03:30

3/4. After treatment for ovarian and breast cancer, Chippy is mad, Jill is sad and Terri is definitely dangerous to know. From 2014.

Gielgud's Letters

Wednesday 03:30 - 03:45

2/5. In 1952 John Gielgud travelled to Hollywood to star in 'Julius Caesar'. Derek Jacobi reads his remarkable letters.

Music and Silence

Wednesday 03:45 - 04:00

2/15. The king asks Peter Claire to watch over him and Kirsten gets a new attendant. Stars Frances Barber and Stella Gonet.

It's Your Round

Wednesday 04:00 - 04:30

2/6. Angus Deayton lets Sandi Toksvig, Clive Anderson, Humphrey Ker and Milton Jones devise their own panel show rounds. From 2012.

Tomorrow, Today!

Wednesday 04:30 - 05:00

4/6. The futuristic radio soap tries to avoid censorship by becoming an outside broadcast. Stars Peter Bowles. From February 2008.

Joseph Andrews

Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00

1/4. 1737: Handsome footman Mr Joseph Andrews wishes to remain uncorrupted. Much to the sorrow of Lady Booby. Stars June Barrie.

Down, Down You Go

Wednesday 06:00 - 06:45

The past haunts Abby on Dartmoor as she battles to come to terms with guilt after a sailing accident. Stars Helen Longworth.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Wednesday 06:45 - 07:00

3/5. Post-war Vienna: Rollo Martins is desperate to clear the name of his dead friend, Harry Lime. Read by Samuel West.

If You're So Clever, Why Aren't You Rich

Wednesday 07:00 - 07:30

. 3/6. Underachiever David makes the most of jury service, while Giles is fighting the law. Stars Richard E Grant. From January 1995.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 07:30 - 08:00

14/20. Overlooked in the New Year's Honours, the Lad brushes up on his social etiquette skills. Stars Tony Hancock. From January 1957.

Ankle Tag

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

4/6. Uninvited fraudster Bob wants to enjoy the hospitality of his reluctant family. Stars Steve Speirs and Katy Wix. From 2020.

Gielgud's Letters

Wednesday 08:30 - 08:45

3/5. In 1959, actor John Gielgud faced the threat of blackmail over his homosexuality. Derek Jacobi reads his remarkable letters.

Music and Silence

Wednesday 08:45 - 09:00

3/15. With the king away, Kirsten can play. Court life is full of tempestuousness, passion and frustration. Stars Frances Barber.

Live from the UK

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

1/4. Angela Barnes travels the UK to bring you the best stand up acts from Manchester, Glasgow, Birmingham and Newcastle.

The Extinction Tapes

Wednesday 09:30 - 09:45

3/5. What happened when a sociable West African monkey lost its tree top way of life. With Rob Newman. From 2019.

Daily Service

Wednesday 09:45 - 10:00

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Canon Ann Easter.

Poetry For Sale?

Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00

Poet and copywriter Rishi Dastidar explores the history of the relationship between poetry and advertising. From 2021.

Down, Down You Go

Wednesday 11:00 - 11:45

The past haunts Abby on Dartmoor as she battles to come to terms with guilt after a sailing accident. Stars Helen Longworth.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Wednesday 11:45 - 12:00

3/5. Post-war Vienna: Rollo Martins is desperate to clear the name of his dead friend, Harry Lime. Read by Samuel West.

If You're So Clever, Why Aren't You Rich

Wednesday 12:00 - 12:30

. 3/6. Underachiever David makes the most of jury service, while Giles is fighting the law. Stars Richard E Grant. From January 1995.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 12:30 - 13:00

14/20. Overlooked in the New Year's Honours, the Lad brushes up on his social etiquette skills. Stars Tony Hancock. From January 1957.

Ankle Tag

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

4/6. Uninvited fraudster Bob wants to enjoy the hospitality of his reluctant family. Stars Steve Speirs and Katy Wix. From 2020.

Gielgud's Letters

Wednesday 13:30 - 13:45

3/5. In 1959, actor John Gielgud faced the threat of blackmail over his homosexuality. Derek Jacobi reads his remarkable letters.

Music and Silence

Wednesday 13:45 - 14:00

3/15. With the king away, Kirsten can play. Court life is full of tempestuousness, passion and frustration. Stars Frances Barber.

Who Goes There?

Wednesday 14:00 - 14:30

3/6. Martin Young's famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Vivienne Parry and Jonathan Meades. From November 2000.

Like They've Never Been Gone

Wednesday 14:30 - 15:00

3/6. Tommy and Sheila's nightmare stay at a posh hotel isn't quite what it seems. Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From July 2002.

Joseph Andrews

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

2/4. Dismissed by Lady Booby, misfortune strikes as Joseph Andrews returns to Somerset. Stars Cornelius Garrett and June Barrie.

Poetry For Sale?

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

Poet and copywriter Rishi Dastidar explores the history of the relationship between poetry and advertising. From 2021.

Down, Down You Go

Wednesday 17:00 - 17:45

The past haunts Abby on Dartmoor as she battles to come to terms with guilt after a sailing accident. Stars Helen Longworth.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Wednesday 17:45 - 18:00

3/5. Post-war Vienna: Rollo Martins is desperate to clear the name of his dead friend, Harry Lime. Read by Samuel West.

If You're So Clever, Why Aren't You Rich

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

. 3/6. Underachiever David makes the most of jury service, while Giles is fighting the law. Stars Richard E Grant. From January 1995.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

14/20. Overlooked in the New Year's Honours, the Lad brushes up on his social etiquette skills. Stars Tony Hancock. From January 1957.

Ankle Tag

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

4/6. Uninvited fraudster Bob wants to enjoy the hospitality of his reluctant family. Stars Steve Speirs and Katy Wix. From 2020.

Gielgud's Letters

Wednesday 19:30 - 19:45

3/5. In 1959, actor John Gielgud faced the threat of blackmail over his homosexuality. Derek Jacobi reads his remarkable letters.

Music and Silence

Wednesday 19:45 - 20:00

3/15. With the king away, Kirsten can play. Court life is full of tempestuousness, passion and frustration. Stars Frances Barber.

Who Goes There?

Wednesday 20:00 - 20:30

3/6. Martin Young's famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Vivienne Parry and Jonathan Meades. From November 2000.

Like They've Never Been Gone

Wednesday 20:30 - 21:00

3/6. Tommy and Sheila's nightmare stay at a posh hotel isn't quite what it seems. Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From July 2002.

Joseph Andrews

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00

2/4. Dismissed by Lady Booby, misfortune strikes as Joseph Andrews returns to Somerset. Stars Cornelius Garrett and June Barrie.

Live from the UK

Wednesday 22:00 - 22:30

1/4. Angela Barnes travels the UK to bring you the best stand up acts from Manchester, Glasgow, Birmingham and Newcastle.

Alice's Wunderland

Wednesday 22:30 - 23:00

2/4. Can the peculiar narrator help a ghost find the villain who squashed him in the 70s? Stars Alice Lowe and Marcia Warren. From 2015.

The Million Pound Radio Show

Wednesday 23:00 - 23:30

2/6. Making sense of musicals and the joys of tube travel. Andy Hamilton and Nick Revell's sharp humour. From March 1989.

The Skewer

Wednesday 23:30 - 23:45

5/6. News meets popular culture in Jon Holmes's award-winning satirical mash up. This week - we're on a Mission From God, Starmer Turns Right, and the Tragedy of Donald Caesar.

The News at Bedtime

Wednesday 23:45 - 00:00

1/7. Jack's genetically modified beanstalk. Jack Dee and Peter Capaldi are John Tweedledum and Jim Tweedledee. From December 2009.

Thu May 22
Poetry For Sale?

Thursday 00:00 - 01:00

Poet and copywriter Rishi Dastidar explores the history of the relationship between poetry and advertising. From 2021.

Down, Down You Go

Thursday 01:00 - 01:45

The past haunts Abby on Dartmoor as she battles to come to terms with guilt after a sailing accident. Stars Helen Longworth.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Thursday 01:45 - 02:00

3/5. Post-war Vienna: Rollo Martins is desperate to clear the name of his dead friend, Harry Lime. Read by Samuel West.

If You're So Clever, Why Aren't You Rich

Thursday 02:00 - 02:30

. 3/6. Underachiever David makes the most of jury service, while Giles is fighting the law. Stars Richard E Grant. From January 1995.

Hancock's Half Hour

Thursday 02:30 - 03:00

14/20. Overlooked in the New Year's Honours, the Lad brushes up on his social etiquette skills. Stars Tony Hancock. From January 1957.

Ankle Tag

Thursday 03:00 - 03:30

4/6. Uninvited fraudster Bob wants to enjoy the hospitality of his reluctant family. Stars Steve Speirs and Katy Wix. From 2020.

Gielgud's Letters

Thursday 03:30 - 03:45

3/5. In 1959, actor John Gielgud faced the threat of blackmail over his homosexuality. Derek Jacobi reads his remarkable letters.

Music and Silence

Thursday 03:45 - 04:00

3/15. With the king away, Kirsten can play. Court life is full of tempestuousness, passion and frustration. Stars Frances Barber.

Who Goes There?

Thursday 04:00 - 04:30

3/6. Martin Young's famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Vivienne Parry and Jonathan Meades. From November 2000.

Like They've Never Been Gone

Thursday 04:30 - 05:00

3/6. Tommy and Sheila's nightmare stay at a posh hotel isn't quite what it seems. Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From July 2002.

Joseph Andrews

Thursday 05:00 - 06:00

2/4. Dismissed by Lady Booby, misfortune strikes as Joseph Andrews returns to Somerset. Stars Cornelius Garrett and June Barrie.

Time Spent in Reconnaissance

Thursday 06:00 - 06:45

4 Extra Debut. Lieutenant Harvey must mistrust people to catch German spies - but what about his friends? Stars Michael Cochrane.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Thursday 06:45 - 07:00

4/5. Post-war Vienna: Rollo Martins gets a surprise as he faces up to the real nature of his friend, Harry Lime. Read by Samuel West.

Never Too Late

Thursday 07:00 - 07:30

3/8. Hilda believes everyone should have a purpose - and hers it to ensure everyone else has one. Stars Thora Hird. From 1982.

Parsley Sidings

Thursday 07:30 - 08:00

8/10. The station's future looks bleak when head office considers automation. Stars Arthur Lowe and Bill Pertwee. From November 1973.

Sisters

Thursday 08:00 - 08:30

3/4. Fiona hopes to rekindle her relationship with her mother - but has Annie reformed? Stars Susan Calman and Ashley Jensen. From 2017.

Gielgud's Letters

Thursday 08:30 - 08:45

4/5. In 1970, Gielgud contemplates taking a part in an exciting new play at London's Royal Court Theatre. Read by Derek Jacobi.

Music and Silence

Thursday 08:45 - 09:00

4/15. Emilia's arrival in Rosenborg has affected Kirsten. She might re-discover that she is good. Stars Eleanor Tremain.

Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Tough Crowd

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

In this inspiring special, multi award-winning comedian Kiri Pritchard-McLean shares how a chance radio advert changed her life and led to her becoming a foster carer.

The Extinction Tapes

Thursday 09:30 - 09:45

4/5. How a gentle giant in the Bering Sea became a victim of the fur trade. Presented by Rob Newman. From 2019.

Daily Service

Thursday 09:45 - 10:00

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Leslie Griffiths.

Great Lives

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

Neuroscientist Sophie Scott chooses the comedy legend, supported by biographer Andy Merriman. With Matthew Parris. From 2023.

The Stationery Cupboard

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

Lucy Mangan explores our obsession with pens, paper and the paraphernalia of office life. From March 2012.

Time Spent in Reconnaissance

Thursday 11:00 - 11:45

4 Extra Debut. Lieutenant Harvey must mistrust people to catch German spies - but what about his friends? Stars Michael Cochrane.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Thursday 11:45 - 12:00

4/5. Post-war Vienna: Rollo Martins gets a surprise as he faces up to the real nature of his friend, Harry Lime. Read by Samuel West.

Never Too Late

Thursday 12:00 - 12:30

3/8. Hilda believes everyone should have a purpose - and hers it to ensure everyone else has one. Stars Thora Hird. From 1982.

Parsley Sidings

Thursday 12:30 - 13:00

8/10. The station's future looks bleak when head office considers automation. Stars Arthur Lowe and Bill Pertwee. From November 1973.

Sisters

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

3/4. Fiona hopes to rekindle her relationship with her mother - but has Annie reformed? Stars Susan Calman and Ashley Jensen. From 2017.

Gielgud's Letters

Thursday 13:30 - 13:45

4/5. In 1970, Gielgud contemplates taking a part in an exciting new play at London's Royal Court Theatre. Read by Derek Jacobi.

Music and Silence

Thursday 13:45 - 14:00

4/15. Emilia's arrival in Rosenborg has affected Kirsten. She might re-discover that she is good. Stars Eleanor Tremain.

The Ultimate Choice

Thursday 14:00 - 14:30

Steph McGovern leads a pair of funny minds through some Would You Rather dilemmas. With Russell Kane and Ria Lina. From 2022.

King Street Junior Revisited

Thursday 14:30 - 15:00

2/6. A big fundraising concert is planned, and there's a Russian supply teacher on the way. Stars Carolyn Pickles. From May 2002.

Joseph Andrews

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

3/4. Joseph Andrews proposes to his darling Fanny and they travel towards Booby Hall with Parson Adams. Stars Cornelius Garrett.

Great Lives

Thursday 16:00 - 16:30

Neuroscientist Sophie Scott chooses the comedy legend, supported by biographer Andy Merriman. With Matthew Parris. From 2023.

The Stationery Cupboard

Thursday 16:30 - 17:00

Lucy Mangan explores our obsession with pens, paper and the paraphernalia of office life. From March 2012.

Time Spent in Reconnaissance

Thursday 17:00 - 17:45

4 Extra Debut. Lieutenant Harvey must mistrust people to catch German spies - but what about his friends? Stars Michael Cochrane.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Thursday 17:45 - 18:00

4/5. Post-war Vienna: Rollo Martins gets a surprise as he faces up to the real nature of his friend, Harry Lime. Read by Samuel West.

Never Too Late

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

3/8. Hilda believes everyone should have a purpose - and hers it to ensure everyone else has one. Stars Thora Hird. From 1982.

Parsley Sidings

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

8/10. The station's future looks bleak when head office considers automation. Stars Arthur Lowe and Bill Pertwee. From November 1973.

Sisters

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

3/4. Fiona hopes to rekindle her relationship with her mother - but has Annie reformed? Stars Susan Calman and Ashley Jensen. From 2017.

Gielgud's Letters

Thursday 19:30 - 19:45

4/5. In 1970, Gielgud contemplates taking a part in an exciting new play at London's Royal Court Theatre. Read by Derek Jacobi.

Music and Silence

Thursday 19:45 - 20:00

4/15. Emilia's arrival in Rosenborg has affected Kirsten. She might re-discover that she is good. Stars Eleanor Tremain.

The Ultimate Choice

Thursday 20:00 - 20:30

Steph McGovern leads a pair of funny minds through some Would You Rather dilemmas. With Russell Kane and Ria Lina. From 2022.

King Street Junior Revisited

Thursday 20:30 - 21:00

2/6. A big fundraising concert is planned, and there's a Russian supply teacher on the way. Stars Carolyn Pickles. From May 2002.

Joseph Andrews

Thursday 21:00 - 22:00

3/4. Joseph Andrews proposes to his darling Fanny and they travel towards Booby Hall with Parson Adams. Stars Cornelius Garrett.

Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Tough Crowd

Thursday 22:00 - 22:30

In this inspiring special, multi award-winning comedian Kiri Pritchard-McLean shares how a chance radio advert changed her life and led to her becoming a foster carer.

Paul Sinha's History Revision

Thursday 22:30 - 22:55

2/4. Paul Sinha looks at his London high street and how it ended up being dominated by Chinese and Indian restaurants. From 2014.

The Comedy Club Interview

Thursday 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, The Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. And tonight, Athena Kugblenu speaks to Ola Labib.

The Problem With Adam Bloom

Thursday 23:00 - 23:15

2/6. Stand-up comic Adam Bloom looks back at the many years he has spent performing in Scotland's capital city. From 2004.

Fabulous

Thursday 23:15 - 23:30

2/6. Faye fancies a day under her duvet, but perhaps it would be more peaceful at the office? Stars Daisy Haggard. From May 2007.

It's Jocelyn

Thursday 23:30 - 00:00

4/4. Sketch comedy from Jocelyn Jee Esien. Includes a monosyllabic shop assistant and two awful Uncouth FM bedroom DJs. From 2016.

Fri May 23
Great Lives

Friday 00:00 - 00:30

Neuroscientist Sophie Scott chooses the comedy legend, supported by biographer Andy Merriman. With Matthew Parris. From 2023.

The Stationery Cupboard

Friday 00:30 - 01:00

Lucy Mangan explores our obsession with pens, paper and the paraphernalia of office life. From March 2012.

Time Spent in Reconnaissance

Friday 01:00 - 01:45

4 Extra Debut. Lieutenant Harvey must mistrust people to catch German spies - but what about his friends? Stars Michael Cochrane.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Friday 01:45 - 02:00

4/5. Post-war Vienna: Rollo Martins gets a surprise as he faces up to the real nature of his friend, Harry Lime. Read by Samuel West.

Never Too Late

Friday 02:00 - 02:30

3/8. Hilda believes everyone should have a purpose - and hers it to ensure everyone else has one. Stars Thora Hird. From 1982.

Parsley Sidings

Friday 02:30 - 03:00

8/10. The station's future looks bleak when head office considers automation. Stars Arthur Lowe and Bill Pertwee. From November 1973.

Sisters

Friday 03:00 - 03:30

3/4. Fiona hopes to rekindle her relationship with her mother - but has Annie reformed? Stars Susan Calman and Ashley Jensen. From 2017.

Gielgud's Letters

Friday 03:30 - 03:45

4/5. In 1970, Gielgud contemplates taking a part in an exciting new play at London's Royal Court Theatre. Read by Derek Jacobi.

Music and Silence

Friday 03:45 - 04:00

4/15. Emilia's arrival in Rosenborg has affected Kirsten. She might re-discover that she is good. Stars Eleanor Tremain.

The Ultimate Choice

Friday 04:00 - 04:30

Steph McGovern leads a pair of funny minds through some Would You Rather dilemmas. With Russell Kane and Ria Lina. From 2022.

King Street Junior Revisited

Friday 04:30 - 05:00

2/6. A big fundraising concert is planned, and there's a Russian supply teacher on the way. Stars Carolyn Pickles. From May 2002.

Joseph Andrews

Friday 05:00 - 06:00

3/4. Joseph Andrews proposes to his darling Fanny and they travel towards Booby Hall with Parson Adams. Stars Cornelius Garrett.

Dead in the Water

Friday 06:00 - 06:45

An overheard conversation - can friends Holly and Nicole prevent a murder being committed? Stars Yasmin Paige and Lily Lovelace.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Friday 06:45 - 07:00

5/5. Post-war Vienna: Harry Lime is very much alive, but can his friend Rollo Martins track him down? Read by Samuel West.

A Very Private Man

Friday 07:00 - 07:30

1/6. David and Helen swap Croydon for the Yorkshire countryside. But there are obstacles to overcome. Stars Rodney Bewes. From 1981.

Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

Friday 07:30 - 08:00

3/8. A spoof Paul Temple and wires get crossed on the telephone. Sketch comedy with Ronnie Barker and Pauline Yates. From July 1972.

Relativity

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

4/4. Ken gets tech help from his grandkids, Chloe goes into early labour and Ian frets about a bag. Stars Richard Herring. From 2019.

Gielgud's Letters

Friday 08:30 - 08:45

5/5. In his seventies, Gielgud appears in the film 'Arthur', then continues to act well into his nineties. Read by Derek Jacobi.

Music and Silence

Friday 08:45 - 09:00

5/15. Stratagems for survival in 17th-century Denmark. Kirsten sends her mother on a mission. Narrated by Nicholas Farrell.

God Squad

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

A new sitcom set in a university Christian society where the beleaguered members realise that, unless they adapt, they haven't got a prayer.

The Extinction Tapes

Friday 09:30 - 09:45

5/5. What can we learn from the return of a bird of prey which disappeared in the last century? With Rob Newman. From 2019.

Daily Service

Friday 09:45 - 10:00

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by charity leader Rev Catherine De Souza.

Soul Music

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

3/5. Suzi Quatro and Lenny Kaye discuss the famous Brecht/Weill song written for The Threepenny Opera in 1928. From 2015.

The Flower Fields

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

Michael Bird explores the tiny, beautiful, flower fields of west Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and their history. From 2012.

Dead in the Water

Friday 11:00 - 11:45

An overheard conversation - can friends Holly and Nicole prevent a murder being committed? Stars Yasmin Paige and Lily Lovelace.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Friday 11:45 - 12:00

5/5. Post-war Vienna: Harry Lime is very much alive, but can his friend Rollo Martins track him down? Read by Samuel West.

A Very Private Man

Friday 12:00 - 12:30

1/6. David and Helen swap Croydon for the Yorkshire countryside. But there are obstacles to overcome. Stars Rodney Bewes. From 1981.

Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

Friday 12:30 - 13:00

3/8. A spoof Paul Temple and wires get crossed on the telephone. Sketch comedy with Ronnie Barker and Pauline Yates. From July 1972.

Relativity

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

4/4. Ken gets tech help from his grandkids, Chloe goes into early labour and Ian frets about a bag. Stars Richard Herring. From 2019.

Gielgud's Letters

Friday 13:30 - 13:45

5/5. In his seventies, Gielgud appears in the film 'Arthur', then continues to act well into his nineties. Read by Derek Jacobi.

Music and Silence

Friday 13:45 - 14:00

5/15. Stratagems for survival in 17th-century Denmark. Kirsten sends her mother on a mission. Narrated by Nicholas Farrell.

Whispers

Friday 14:00 - 14:30

4/6. Gyles Brandreth chairs the scandals quiz. With Anthony Holden, Stella Duffy, Jenny Colgan and Rosie Millard. From November 2003.

More Mr Mulliner

Friday 14:30 - 15:00

3/4. Pub raconteur Mr Mulliner's tale of a man who demands a knightly quest to prove his love. Stars Richard Griffiths. From 2004.

Joseph Andrews

Friday 15:00 - 16:00

4/4. Joseph and Fanny are desperate to marry but explorations into her true identity raise complications. Stars June Barrie.

Soul Music

Friday 16:00 - 16:30

3/5. Suzi Quatro and Lenny Kaye discuss the famous Brecht/Weill song written for The Threepenny Opera in 1928. From 2015.

The Flower Fields

Friday 16:30 - 17:00

Michael Bird explores the tiny, beautiful, flower fields of west Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and their history. From 2012.

Dead in the Water

Friday 17:00 - 17:45

An overheard conversation - can friends Holly and Nicole prevent a murder being committed? Stars Yasmin Paige and Lily Lovelace.

Graham Greene: The Third Man

Friday 17:45 - 18:00

5/5. Post-war Vienna: Harry Lime is very much alive, but can his friend Rollo Martins track him down? Read by Samuel West.

A Very Private Man

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

1/6. David and Helen swap Croydon for the Yorkshire countryside. But there are obstacles to overcome. Stars Rodney Bewes. From 1981.

Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

3/8. A spoof Paul Temple and wires get crossed on the telephone. Sketch comedy with Ronnie Barker and Pauline Yates. From July 1972.

Relativity

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

4/4. Ken gets tech help from his grandkids, Chloe goes into early labour and Ian frets about a bag. Stars Richard Herring. From 2019.

Gielgud's Letters

Friday 19:30 - 19:45

5/5. In his seventies, Gielgud appears in the film 'Arthur', then continues to act well into his nineties. Read by Derek Jacobi.

Music and Silence

Friday 19:45 - 20:00

5/15. Stratagems for survival in 17th-century Denmark. Kirsten sends her mother on a mission. Narrated by Nicholas Farrell.

Whispers

Friday 20:00 - 20:30

4/6. Gyles Brandreth chairs the scandals quiz. With Anthony Holden, Stella Duffy, Jenny Colgan and Rosie Millard. From November 2003.

More Mr Mulliner

Friday 20:30 - 21:00

3/4. Pub raconteur Mr Mulliner's tale of a man who demands a knightly quest to prove his love. Stars Richard Griffiths. From 2004.

Joseph Andrews

Friday 21:00 - 22:00

4/4. Joseph and Fanny are desperate to marry but explorations into her true identity raise complications. Stars June Barrie.

Call Jonathan Pie

Friday 22:00 - 22:30

In the final episode, as an illustrious career comes to an end, there are new beginnings for all of the team.

Jeremy Hardy Feels It

Friday 22:30 - 23:00

2/4. 4 Extra Debut. Jeremy hosts the series that not only seconds that emotion, but explains it too. So why is he feeling... sad? From 2017.

The Hudson and Pepperdine Show

Friday 23:00 - 23:30

5/6. Fancying a summer holiday, Mel Hudson and Vicki Pepperdine decide to do a house swap with another double-act. From 2003.

Cowards

Friday 23:30 - 00:00

6/6. Moustaches and job interviews in the bizarre world of Tom Basden, Stefan Golaszewski, Tim Key and Lloyd Woolf. From May 2007.

Sat May 24
Soul Music

Saturday 00:00 - 00:30

3/5. Suzi Quatro and Lenny Kaye discuss the famous Brecht/Weill song written for The Threepenny Opera in 1928. From 2015.

The Flower Fields

Saturday 00:30 - 01:00

Michael Bird explores the tiny, beautiful, flower fields of west Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and their history. From 2012.