708: BBC Radio 4 Ex

Fri Jul 03
Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You

Today 03:00 - 03:30

3/4. Comedian Angela Barnes tackles life and love as she pays tribute to her father, and packs herself a fantasy coffin. From 2019.

Adrian Mole: The Wilderness Years

Today 03:30 - 03:45

9/10. Adrian's Grandma is admitted to hospital. He receives an interesting holiday brochure. Read by Harry McEntire.

Valley of the Dolls

Today 03:45 - 04:00

9/15. Jennifer's invited to star in French films and Anne gets work in the new medium - TV. Stars Julia Ford and Barbara Barnes.

Dilemma

Today 04:00 - 04:30

5/6. Sue Perkins' moral and ethical posers for John Finnemore, Danielle Ward, Alun Cochrane and Ann Leslie. From December 2011.

The Strange Case of the Man in the Velvet Jacket

Today 04:30 - 05:50

4 Extra Debut. Young Robert Louis Stevenson is driven by ambition and haunted by demons as he starts out as a writer. Stars Tom Freeman.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 05:50 - 06:00

Actor and writer Mackenzie Crook chooses 'Big Yellow Taxi' by Joni Mitchell and 'River Man' by Nick Drake.

Murder on the Orient Express

Today 06:00 - 06:30

5/5. Time is against Belgian sleuth, Hercule Poirot as he battles to unmask the murderer. Stars John Moffatt and Andre Maranne.

The Buckingham Palace Connection

Today 06:30 - 07:00

5/5. Tremayne and Kasakov prepare for their assault. Can the Tsar and his family be saved from the Bolsheviks.? Stars Maurice Denham.

Flying the Flag

Today 07:00 - 07:30

6/6. A diplomatic visit sees Britain's Ambassador mix the oil and water of artistic detente. Stars Dinsdale Landen. From 1990.

Steptoe and Son

Today 07:30 - 08:00

6/8. Harold is aghast when he sees 'What the Butler Saw'. Adapted from BBC TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From 1976.

Mark Steel's In Town

Today 08:00 - 08:30

5/6. Mark Steel visits Nether Edge, a leafy suburb of Sheffield and performs a bespoke evening of comedy for the locals. From 2024.

Adrian Mole: The Wilderness Years

Today 08:30 - 08:45

10/10. A new girl starts at work. Adrian attends a writing holiday in Greece and feels liberated by the event. Concluded by Harry McEntire.

Valley of the Dolls

Today 08:45 - 09:00

10/15. Neely has won an Academy Award, but her second marriage is already on the rocks. Stars Madeleine Potter and Barbara Barnes.

Parish Is Burning

Today 09:00 - 09:30

Surreal, silly vibrations from somewhere near the Irish border, created by Michael McCullagh and Phil Taggart. Parish Is Burning is what you hear in Ireland when you're lost.

Elizabethan Subjects

Today 09:30 - 09:45

5/5. Justin Champion investigates Britain's multicultural Elizabethan era of intellectual and alchemist, John Dee. From 2003.

Daily Service

Today 09:45 - 10:00

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

Soul Music

Today 10:00 - 10:30

Exploring the impact of America's national anthem, which is set to the tune of an English social men's club song. From 2016.

Midnight Feasts and Lashings of Ginger Beer

Today 10:30 - 11:00

Why is British children's fiction so preoccupied with feasting? Sheila McClennon explores. With Michael Rosen. From 2010.

Murder on the Orient Express

Today 11:00 - 11:30

5/5. Time is against Belgian sleuth, Hercule Poirot as he battles to unmask the murderer. Stars John Moffatt and Andre Maranne.

The Buckingham Palace Connection

Today 11:30 - 12:00

5/5. Tremayne and Kasakov prepare for their assault. Can the Tsar and his family be saved from the Bolsheviks.? Stars Maurice Denham.

Flying the Flag

Today 12:00 - 12:30

6/6. A diplomatic visit sees Britain's Ambassador mix the oil and water of artistic detente. Stars Dinsdale Landen. From 1990.

Steptoe and Son

Today 12:30 - 13:00

6/8. Harold is aghast when he sees 'What the Butler Saw'. Adapted from BBC TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From 1976.

Mark Steel's In Town

Today 13:00 - 13:30

5/6. Mark Steel visits Nether Edge, a leafy suburb of Sheffield and performs a bespoke evening of comedy for the locals. From 2024.

Adrian Mole: The Wilderness Years

Today 13:30 - 13:45

10/10. A new girl starts at work. Adrian attends a writing holiday in Greece and feels liberated by the event. Concluded by Harry McEntire.

Valley of the Dolls

Today 13:45 - 14:00

10/15. Neely has won an Academy Award, but her second marriage is already on the rocks. Stars Madeleine Potter and Barbara Barnes.

The Personality Test

Today 14:00 - 14:30

4/6. Ex-MP, novelist and broadcaster Edwina Currie quizzes a panel about herself. With Sue Perkins and Robin Ince. From 2007.

The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

Today 14:30 - 15:40

4 Extra Debut. Terror in Edinburgh, when Dr Jekyll concocts a chemical potion - but who is urging him on? Starring Alexander Morton.

The Postmaster, by Pushkin

Today 15:40 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. A poor Russian postmaster is distraught when his beloved daughter runs away with a hussar. Read by Jeremy Northam.

Soul Music

Today 16:00 - 16:30

Exploring the impact of America's national anthem, which is set to the tune of an English social men's club song. From 2016.

Midnight Feasts and Lashings of Ginger Beer

Today 16:30 - 17:00

Why is British children's fiction so preoccupied with feasting? Sheila McClennon explores. With Michael Rosen. From 2010.

Murder on the Orient Express

Today 17:00 - 17:30

5/5. Time is against Belgian sleuth, Hercule Poirot as he battles to unmask the murderer. Stars John Moffatt and Andre Maranne.

The Buckingham Palace Connection

Today 17:30 - 18:00

5/5. Tremayne and Kasakov prepare for their assault. Can the Tsar and his family be saved from the Bolsheviks.? Stars Maurice Denham.

Flying the Flag

Today 18:00 - 18:30

6/6. A diplomatic visit sees Britain's Ambassador mix the oil and water of artistic detente. Stars Dinsdale Landen. From 1990.

Steptoe and Son

Today 18:30 - 19:00

6/8. Harold is aghast when he sees 'What the Butler Saw'. Adapted from BBC TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From 1976.

Mark Steel's In Town

Today 19:00 - 19:30

5/6. Mark Steel visits Nether Edge, a leafy suburb of Sheffield and performs a bespoke evening of comedy for the locals. From 2024.

Adrian Mole: The Wilderness Years

Today 19:30 - 19:45

10/10. A new girl starts at work. Adrian attends a writing holiday in Greece and feels liberated by the event. Concluded by Harry McEntire.

Valley of the Dolls

Today 19:45 - 20:00

10/15. Neely has won an Academy Award, but her second marriage is already on the rocks. Stars Madeleine Potter and Barbara Barnes.

The Personality Test

Today 20:00 - 20:30

4/6. Ex-MP, novelist and broadcaster Edwina Currie quizzes a panel about herself. With Sue Perkins and Robin Ince. From 2007.

The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

Today 20:30 - 21:40

4 Extra Debut. Terror in Edinburgh, when Dr Jekyll concocts a chemical potion - but who is urging him on? Starring Alexander Morton.

The Postmaster, by Pushkin

Today 21:40 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. A poor Russian postmaster is distraught when his beloved daughter runs away with a hussar. Read by Jeremy Northam.

Parish Is Burning

Today 22:00 - 22:30

Surreal, silly vibrations from somewhere near the Irish border, created by Michael McCullagh and Phil Taggart. Parish Is Burning is what you hear in Ireland when you're lost.

Ashley Blaker: 6.5 Children

Today 22:30 - 23:00

2/4. Ashley tells how the Blakers added to their large family by adopting a two-year-old girl with Down Syndrome. From 2021.

The Big Fun Show

Today 23:00 - 23:30

6/6. A clueless boxer and his coach - and the poor boy who wears a violin to school. Stars Paul Merton and Julian Clary. From 1988.

The Show What You Wrote

Today 23:30 - 00:00

3/4. Sketch show written entirely by the public. Stars Darren Kuppan, Fiona Clarke, Gavin Webster and Helen Moon. From 2014.

Sat Jul 04
Soul Music

Tomorrow 00:00 - 00:30

Exploring the impact of America's national anthem, which is set to the tune of an English social men's club song. From 2016.

Midnight Feasts and Lashings of Ginger Beer

Tomorrow 00:30 - 01:00

Why is British children's fiction so preoccupied with feasting? Sheila McClennon explores. With Michael Rosen. From 2010.

Murder on the Orient Express

Tomorrow 01:00 - 01:30

5/5. Time is against Belgian sleuth, Hercule Poirot as he battles to unmask the murderer. Stars John Moffatt and Andre Maranne.

The Buckingham Palace Connection

Tomorrow 01:30 - 02:00

5/5. Tremayne and Kasakov prepare for their assault. Can the Tsar and his family be saved from the Bolsheviks.? Stars Maurice Denham.

Flying the Flag

Tomorrow 02:00 - 02:30

6/6. A diplomatic visit sees Britain's Ambassador mix the oil and water of artistic detente. Stars Dinsdale Landen. From 1990.

Steptoe and Son

Tomorrow 02:30 - 03:00

6/8. Harold is aghast when he sees 'What the Butler Saw'. Adapted from BBC TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From 1976.

Mark Steel's In Town

Tomorrow 03:00 - 03:30

5/6. Mark Steel visits Nether Edge, a leafy suburb of Sheffield and performs a bespoke evening of comedy for the locals. From 2024.

Adrian Mole: The Wilderness Years

Tomorrow 03:30 - 03:45

10/10. A new girl starts at work. Adrian attends a writing holiday in Greece and feels liberated by the event. Concluded by Harry McEntire.

Valley of the Dolls

Tomorrow 03:45 - 04:00

10/15. Neely has won an Academy Award, but her second marriage is already on the rocks. Stars Madeleine Potter and Barbara Barnes.

The Personality Test

Tomorrow 04:00 - 04:30

4/6. Ex-MP, novelist and broadcaster Edwina Currie quizzes a panel about herself. With Sue Perkins and Robin Ince. From 2007.

The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

Tomorrow 04:30 - 05:40

4 Extra Debut. Terror in Edinburgh, when Dr Jekyll concocts a chemical potion - but who is urging him on? Starring Alexander Morton.

The Postmaster, by Pushkin

Tomorrow 05:40 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. A poor Russian postmaster is distraught when his beloved daughter runs away with a hussar. Read by Jeremy Northam.

Three of Swords

Tomorrow 06:00 - 07:30

4 Extra Debut. Hardened police inspector Mal Rees refuses to believe a verdict of suicide after his lover is found dead. Stars Mike Hayward.

The Duel (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 07:30 - 08:45

Following an imagined slight, two officers in Napoleon's Grand Army begin a duel which is to last a lifetime. Read by Stephen Boxer.

I, An Actor

Tomorrow 08:45 - 09:00

4/6. Leading actor Nicholas Craig reflets on agents and takes us behind-the-scenes at rehearsal. Stars Nigel Planer. From 1989.

The Random Jottings of Hinge and Bracket

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

1/6. The dear ladies swallow the consequences of home-made wine. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1983.

Brothers In Law

Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00

1/13. Rookie barrister Roger Thursby unwittingly aids a habitual fraudster. Stars Richard Briers and John Le Mesurier. From 1970.

The Changing Sound of Radio

Tomorrow 10:00 - 11:00

1/3. Musician and wildlife sound recordist, Chris Watson, looks at the ways technology has changed the radio we listen to.

Three of Swords

Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:30

4 Extra Debut. Hardened police inspector Mal Rees refuses to believe a verdict of suicide after his lover is found dead. Stars Mike Hayward.

The Duel (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 12:30 - 13:45

Following an imagined slight, two officers in Napoleon's Grand Army begin a duel which is to last a lifetime. Read by Stephen Boxer.

I, An Actor

Tomorrow 13:45 - 14:00

4/6. Leading actor Nicholas Craig reflets on agents and takes us behind-the-scenes at rehearsal. Stars Nigel Planer. From 1989.

The Random Jottings of Hinge and Bracket

Tomorrow 14:00 - 14:30

1/6. The dear ladies swallow the consequences of home-made wine. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1983.

Brothers In Law

Tomorrow 14:30 - 15:00

1/13. Rookie barrister Roger Thursby unwittingly aids a habitual fraudster. Stars Richard Briers and John Le Mesurier. From 1970.

The Changing Sound of Radio

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00

1/3. Musician and wildlife sound recordist, Chris Watson, looks at the ways technology has changed the radio we listen to.

The Haunted Hotel

Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00

1860: Countess Narona is left a fortune when her rich husband dies. Years later an apparition wants revenge. Stars Harry Lloyd.

Three of Swords

Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:30

4 Extra Debut. Hardened police inspector Mal Rees refuses to believe a verdict of suicide after his lover is found dead. Stars Mike Hayward.

The Duel (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:45

Following an imagined slight, two officers in Napoleon's Grand Army begin a duel which is to last a lifetime. Read by Stephen Boxer.

I, An Actor

Tomorrow 19:45 - 20:00

4/6. Leading actor Nicholas Craig reflets on agents and takes us behind-the-scenes at rehearsal. Stars Nigel Planer. From 1989.

The Random Jottings of Hinge and Bracket

Tomorrow 20:00 - 20:30

1/6. The dear ladies swallow the consequences of home-made wine. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1983.

Brothers In Law

Tomorrow 20:30 - 21:00

1/13. Rookie barrister Roger Thursby unwittingly aids a habitual fraudster. Stars Richard Briers and John Le Mesurier. From 1970.

The Changing Sound of Radio

Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00

1/3. Musician and wildlife sound recordist, Chris Watson, looks at the ways technology has changed the radio we listen to.

The Secret World

Tomorrow 22:00 - 22:30

5/6. From Sir Alan Sugar to Boy George, Jon Culshaw and Lewis Macleod explore the bizarre private lives of famous folk. From 2009.

Jayde Adams: Hometown Glory

Tomorrow 22:30 - 22:55

2/2. Back in Bristol after a decade in London, Jayde Adams explores why we leave home and why we can be drawn to go back. From 2021.

The Comedy Club Interview

Tomorrow 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, the Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. Plus Lou Conran speaks to comedian and writer Davina Bentley.

Arthur Smith's Balham Bash

Tomorrow 23:00 - 23:30

4/4. South Londoner Arthur invites Stewart Lee and Reginald D Hunter round, with music from Sophie Ellis-Bextor. From 2009.

Everyone Quite Likes Justin

Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:00

4/4. House-hunting causes all sorts of difficulties for the Manchester DJ. Stars Justin Moorhouse and Anne Reid. From 2011.

Sun Jul 05
The Haunted Hotel

Sunday 00:00 - 01:00

1860: Countess Narona is left a fortune when her rich husband dies. Years later an apparition wants revenge. Stars Harry Lloyd.

Three of Swords

Sunday 01:00 - 02:30

4 Extra Debut. Hardened police inspector Mal Rees refuses to believe a verdict of suicide after his lover is found dead. Stars Mike Hayward.

The Duel (Omnibus)

Sunday 02:30 - 03:45

Following an imagined slight, two officers in Napoleon's Grand Army begin a duel which is to last a lifetime. Read by Stephen Boxer.

I, An Actor

Sunday 03:45 - 04:00

4/6. Leading actor Nicholas Craig reflets on agents and takes us behind-the-scenes at rehearsal. Stars Nigel Planer. From 1989.

The Random Jottings of Hinge and Bracket

Sunday 04:00 - 04:30

1/6. The dear ladies swallow the consequences of home-made wine. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1983.

Brothers In Law

Sunday 04:30 - 05:00

1/13. Rookie barrister Roger Thursby unwittingly aids a habitual fraudster. Stars Richard Briers and John Le Mesurier. From 1970.

The Changing Sound of Radio

Sunday 05:00 - 06:00

1/3. Musician and wildlife sound recordist, Chris Watson, looks at the ways technology has changed the radio we listen to.

Desert Island Discs Revisited - Dame Ellen MacArthur

Sunday 06:00 - 06:45

4 Extra Debut. From Don Henley to Spandau Ballet. Solo yachtswoman Dame Ellen MacArthur shares her music choices with Kirsty Young. From 2009.

David Attenborough's Life Stories - Amber

Sunday 06:45 - 07:00

Sir David wonders if we could extract the DNA from a blood-sucking fly trapped in amber to recreate a dinosaur? From 2009.

Poetry Extra: The Echo Chamber - Sean Borodale

Sunday 07:00 - 07:30

Daljit Nagra chooses The Echo Chamber - Sean Borodale who shares poems written deep in the caves of the Mendip Hills. From 2018.

Adrian Mole: The Wilderness Years (Omnibus)

Sunday 07:30 - 08:40

2/2. 1991: Adrian Mole finds himself homeless again. Bianca offers to put him up, but is moving to London. Read by Harry McEntire.

Witness History

Sunday 08:40 - 08:50

Using the BBC archive, Kirsty Reid explores the life of bestselling romantic fiction writer Dame Barbara Cartland. From 2019.

Valley of the Dolls (Omnibus)

Sunday 08:50 - 10:00

2/3. In dazzling post-war New York, Anne, Jennifer and Neely move in together. Jacqueline Susann drama with Barbara Barnes.

Know Your Place

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

3/8. Cleaner Elsie borrows a flat for a night, but must keep caretaker Ramsay out of the way. Stars Roy Dotrice. From 1982.

Take It From Here

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

The cast take oaths of allegiance and 'The Glums' at the pictures. Stars Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From 1955.

Desert Island Discs Revisited - Dame Ellen MacArthur

Sunday 11:00 - 11:45

4 Extra Debut. From Don Henley to Spandau Ballet. Solo yachtswoman Dame Ellen MacArthur shares her music choices with Kirsty Young. From 2009.

David Attenborough's Life Stories - Amber

Sunday 11:45 - 12:00

Sir David wonders if we could extract the DNA from a blood-sucking fly trapped in amber to recreate a dinosaur? From 2009.

Poetry Extra: The Echo Chamber - Sean Borodale

Sunday 12:00 - 12:30

Daljit Nagra chooses The Echo Chamber - Sean Borodale who shares poems written deep in the caves of the Mendip Hills. From 2018.

Adrian Mole: The Wilderness Years (Omnibus)

Sunday 12:30 - 13:40

2/2. 1991: Adrian Mole finds himself homeless again. Bianca offers to put him up, but is moving to London. Read by Harry McEntire.

Witness History

Sunday 13:40 - 13:50

Using the BBC archive, Kirsty Reid explores the life of bestselling romantic fiction writer Dame Barbara Cartland. From 2019.

Valley of the Dolls (Omnibus)

Sunday 13:50 - 15:00

2/3. In dazzling post-war New York, Anne, Jennifer and Neely move in together. Jacqueline Susann drama with Barbara Barnes.

Know Your Place

Sunday 15:00 - 15:30

3/8. Cleaner Elsie borrows a flat for a night, but must keep caretaker Ramsay out of the way. Stars Roy Dotrice. From 1982.

Take It From Here

Sunday 15:30 - 16:00

The cast take oaths of allegiance and 'The Glums' at the pictures. Stars Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From 1955.

English Rose

Sunday 16:00 - 16:30

4/5. Baby Gulliver is in the hospital and Rose uses the last of her energy to get to him. Stars Alexandra Mardell.

Fear On 4

Sunday 16:30 - 17:00

12/13. The Man in Black tells of writer Guy who hears constant crying - yet nobody else can. Stars Edward de Souza and Nigel Anthony.

Desert Island Discs Revisited - Dame Ellen MacArthur

Sunday 17:00 - 17:45

4 Extra Debut. From Don Henley to Spandau Ballet. Solo yachtswoman Dame Ellen MacArthur shares her music choices with Kirsty Young. From 2009.

David Attenborough's Life Stories - Amber

Sunday 17:45 - 18:00

Sir David wonders if we could extract the DNA from a blood-sucking fly trapped in amber to recreate a dinosaur? From 2009.

Poetry Extra: The Echo Chamber Sean Borodale

Sunday 18:00 - 18:30

Daljit Nagra chooses The Echo Chamber - Sean Borodale who shares poems written deep in the caves of the Mendip Hills. From 2018.

Adrian Mole: The Wilderness Years (Omnibus)

Sunday 18:30 - 19:40

2/2. 1991: Adrian Mole finds himself homeless again. Bianca offers to put him up, but is moving to London. Read by Harry McEntire.

Witness History

Sunday 19:40 - 19:50

Using the BBC archive, Kirsty Reid explores the life of bestselling romantic fiction writer Dame Barbara Cartland. From 2019.

Valley of the Dolls (Omnibus)

Sunday 19:50 - 21:00

2/3. In dazzling post-war New York, Anne, Jennifer and Neely move in together. Jacqueline Susann drama with Barbara Barnes.

Know Your Place

Sunday 21:00 - 21:30

3/8. Cleaner Elsie borrows a flat for a night, but must keep caretaker Ramsay out of the way. Stars Roy Dotrice. From 1982.

Take It From Here

Sunday 21:30 - 22:00

The cast take oaths of allegiance and 'The Glums' at the pictures. Stars Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From 1955.

Revolting People

Sunday 22:00 - 22:30

1/6. Sergeant McGurk reveals why the British won the Battle of Culloden. 1770 America sitcom stars Andy Hamilton. From 2001.

Alexei Sayle's Strangers on a Train

Sunday 22:30 - 22:55

1/6. Alexei Sayle journeys from Cardiff to Portsmouth, breaking a golden rule by talking to his fellow passengers. From 2022.

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. Plus Lou Conran speaks to comedian and writer Davina Bentley.

Ed Reardon's Week

Sunday 23:00 - 23:30

5/6. A British horror film Ed wrote in the 1970s returns to haunt him. Can he make a few quid? Stars Christopher Douglas. From 2019.

Electric Ink

Sunday 23:30 - 00:00

1/6. Old hacks struggle with new media in the changing world of a broadsheet newspaper. Stars Robert Lindsay. From 2009.

Mon Jul 06
English Rose

Monday 00:00 - 00:30

4/5. Baby Gulliver is in the hospital and Rose uses the last of her energy to get to him. Stars Alexandra Mardell.

Fear On 4

Monday 00:30 - 01:00

12/13. The Man in Black tells of writer Guy who hears constant crying - yet nobody else can. Stars Edward de Souza and Nigel Anthony.

Desert Island Discs Revisited - Dame Ellen MacArthur

Monday 01:00 - 01:45

4 Extra Debut. From Don Henley to Spandau Ballet. Solo yachtswoman Dame Ellen MacArthur shares her music choices with Kirsty Young. From 2009.

David Attenborough's Life Stories - Amber

Monday 01:45 - 02:00

Sir David wonders if we could extract the DNA from a blood-sucking fly trapped in amber to recreate a dinosaur? From 2009.

Poetry Extra: The Echo Chamber Sean Borodale

Monday 02:00 - 02:30

Daljit Nagra chooses The Echo Chamber - Sean Borodale who shares poems written deep in the caves of the Mendip Hills. From 2018.

Adrian Mole: The Wilderness Years (Omnibus)

Monday 02:30 - 03:40

2/2. 1991: Adrian Mole finds himself homeless again. Bianca offers to put him up, but is moving to London. Read by Harry McEntire.

Witness History

Monday 03:40 - 03:50

Using the BBC archive, Kirsty Reid explores the life of bestselling romantic fiction writer Dame Barbara Cartland. From 2019.

Valley of the Dolls (Omnibus)

Monday 03:50 - 05:00

2/3. In dazzling post-war New York, Anne, Jennifer and Neely move in together. Jacqueline Susann drama with Barbara Barnes.

Know Your Place

Monday 05:00 - 05:30

3/8. Cleaner Elsie borrows a flat for a night, but must keep caretaker Ramsay out of the way. Stars Roy Dotrice. From 1982.

Take It From Here

Monday 05:30 - 06:00

The cast take oaths of allegiance and 'The Glums' at the pictures. Stars Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From 1955.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Monday 06:00 - 06:45

1/7. Three years after the great detective's final encounter with Moriarty, Watson faces tragedy - and murder. Stars Clive Merrison.

Human Voices

Monday 06:45 - 07:00

1/10. Wartime in Broadcasting House, and myriad hopes and fears come and go in the course of newsgathering. Read by Penelope Wilton.

For Better or for Worse

Monday 07:00 - 07:30

7/8. A day trip to France brings buried memories to the surface for Bernard. Stars Su Pollard and Gorden Kaye. From 1993.

Dad's Army

Monday 07:30 - 08:00

8/26. As the platoon guard a German U-boat crew, their captain starts making a list. Adapted from BBC TV with Arthur Lowe. From 1976.

The Architects

Monday 08:00 - 08:30

2/4. Tim falls under the spell of top footballer Danny Knowles, who's after a new 'hip hop consultant'. Stars Alex Carter. From 2015.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Monday 08:30 - 08:45

1/5. Tina arrives from England as Vanity Fair's editor-in-chief. 1980s New York is all glitz and mean streets. Read by the author.

Valley of the Dolls

Monday 08:45 - 09:00

11/15. Neely's Hollywood career is over and with Anne's help she gets a TV break in New York but is she up to it? Stars Barbara Barnes.

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

4/6. Jack Dee returns to Cambridge with panellists Miles Jupp, Tony Hawks, Lucy Porter and Henning Wehn.

Eat Your Garden

Monday 09:30 - 09:45

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. Wiz Clift meets head chef Noel McMeel at Castle Leslie in Northern Ireland who forages and cooks dinner. From 2003.

Daily Service

Monday 09:45 - 10:00

Comedian and children's writer Paul Kerensa looks at the Biblical account of Noah's Ark and how children's stories can both make us laugh, ask questions and explore faith.

I Was...

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

Manuel Cuevas created and made the suits that defined 'the Man in Black' - country singer, Johnny Cash. From 2017.

The No.219 Sodcast Project

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

Ian McMillan fights the cause of 'sodcasters' - perpetrators of tinny mobile phone music played on public transport. From 2011.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Monday 11:00 - 11:45

1/7. Three years after the great detective's final encounter with Moriarty, Watson faces tragedy - and murder. Stars Clive Merrison.

Human Voices

Monday 11:45 - 12:00

1/10. Wartime in Broadcasting House, and myriad hopes and fears come and go in the course of newsgathering. Read by Penelope Wilton.

For Better or for Worse

Monday 12:00 - 12:30

7/8. A day trip to France brings buried memories to the surface for Bernard. Stars Su Pollard and Gorden Kaye. From 1993.

Dad's Army

Monday 12:30 - 13:00

8/26. As the platoon guard a German U-boat crew, their captain starts making a list. Adapted from BBC TV with Arthur Lowe. From 1976.

The Architects

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

2/4. Tim falls under the spell of top footballer Danny Knowles, who's after a new 'hip hop consultant'. Stars Alex Carter. From 2015.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Monday 13:30 - 13:45

1/5. Tina arrives from England as Vanity Fair's editor-in-chief. 1980s New York is all glitz and mean streets. Read by the author.

Valley of the Dolls

Monday 13:45 - 14:00

11/15. Neely's Hollywood career is over and with Anne's help she gets a TV break in New York but is she up to it? Stars Barbara Barnes.

Just a Minute

Monday 14:00 - 14:30

5/8. Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Sue Perkins, Julian Clary and Charles Collingwood. From 2012.

King Street Junior Revisited

Monday 14:30 - 15:00

5/6. It's quiz time, but Mr Maxwell is lacking a team. An ex-pupil has problems, too. Stars Marlene Sidaway. From 2005.

The Two Sisters

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

A salesman stumbles into the home of two sisters with a grim past. Darkly humorous horror with Joan Sims and Barbara Jefford.

I WAS...

Monday 16:00 - 16:30

Manuel Cuevas created and made the suits that defined 'the Man in Black' - country singer, Johnny Cash. From 2017.

The No.219 Sodcast Project

Monday 16:30 - 17:00

Ian McMillan fights the cause of 'sodcasters' - perpetrators of tinny mobile phone music played on public transport. From 2011.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Monday 17:00 - 17:45

1/7. Three years after the great detective's final encounter with Moriarty, Watson faces tragedy - and murder. Stars Clive Merrison.

Human Voices

Monday 17:45 - 18:00

1/10. Wartime in Broadcasting House, and myriad hopes and fears come and go in the course of newsgathering. Read by Penelope Wilton.

For Better or for Worse

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

7/8. A day trip to France brings buried memories to the surface for Bernard. Stars Su Pollard and Gorden Kaye. From 1993.

Dad's Army

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

8/26. As the platoon guard a German U-boat crew, their captain starts making a list. Adapted from BBC TV with Arthur Lowe. From 1976.

The Architects

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

2/4. Tim falls under the spell of top footballer Danny Knowles, who's after a new 'hip hop consultant'. Stars Alex Carter. From 2015.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Monday 19:30 - 19:45

1/5. Tina arrives from England as Vanity Fair's editor-in-chief. 1980s New York is all glitz and mean streets. Read by the author.

Valley of the Dolls

Monday 19:45 - 20:00

11/15. Neely's Hollywood career is over and with Anne's help she gets a TV break in New York but is she up to it? Stars Barbara Barnes.

Just a Minute

Monday 20:00 - 20:30

5/8. Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Sue Perkins, Julian Clary and Charles Collingwood. From 2012.

King Street Junior Revisited

Monday 20:30 - 21:00

5/6. It's quiz time, but Mr Maxwell is lacking a team. An ex-pupil has problems, too. Stars Marlene Sidaway. From 2005.

The Two Sisters

Monday 21:00 - 22:00

A salesman stumbles into the home of two sisters with a grim past. Darkly humorous horror with Joan Sims and Barbara Jefford.

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Monday 22:00 - 22:30

4/6. Jack Dee returns to Cambridge with panellists Miles Jupp, Tony Hawks, Lucy Porter and Henning Wehn.

Truly, Madly, Bletchley

Monday 22:30 - 22:45

6/6. Butterfly's terror reign on the public access cable radio show - with the local councillors. Stars Liz Fraser. From 1997.

A Wet Handle

Monday 22:45 - 23:00

5/5. Ivor Cutler and friends present surreal songs and poems, including grass seed, mud and digging ditches. From 1997.

Dead Ringers

Monday 23:00 - 23:30

4/6. Satirical impressions from the team headed up by Jon Culshaw and Jan Ravens.

The Museum of Everything

Monday 23:30 - 00:00

3/6. Learn about medieval cooking, and view the most precious exhibit. Stars Marcus Brigstocke and Danny Robins. From August 2006.

Tue Jul 07
I Was...

Tuesday 00:00 - 00:30

Manuel Cuevas created and made the suits that defined 'the Man in Black' - country singer, Johnny Cash. From 2017.

The No.219 Sodcast Project

Tuesday 00:30 - 01:00

Ian McMillan fights the cause of 'sodcasters' - perpetrators of tinny mobile phone music played on public transport. From 2011.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Tuesday 01:00 - 01:45

1/7. Three years after the great detective's final encounter with Moriarty, Watson faces tragedy - and murder. Stars Clive Merrison.

Human Voices

Tuesday 01:45 - 02:00

1/10. Wartime in Broadcasting House, and myriad hopes and fears come and go in the course of newsgathering. Read by Penelope Wilton.

For Better or for Worse

Tuesday 02:00 - 02:30

7/8. A day trip to France brings buried memories to the surface for Bernard. Stars Su Pollard and Gorden Kaye. From 1993.

Dad's Army

Tuesday 02:30 - 03:00

8/26. As the platoon guard a German U-boat crew, their captain starts making a list. Adapted from BBC TV with Arthur Lowe. From 1976.

The Architects

Tuesday 03:00 - 03:30

2/4. Tim falls under the spell of top footballer Danny Knowles, who's after a new 'hip hop consultant'. Stars Alex Carter. From 2015.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Tuesday 03:30 - 03:45

1/5. Tina arrives from England as Vanity Fair's editor-in-chief. 1980s New York is all glitz and mean streets. Read by the author.

Valley of the Dolls

Tuesday 03:45 - 04:00

11/15. Neely's Hollywood career is over and with Anne's help she gets a TV break in New York but is she up to it? Stars Barbara Barnes.

Just a Minute

Tuesday 04:00 - 04:30

5/8. Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Sue Perkins, Julian Clary and Charles Collingwood. From 2012.

King Street Junior Revisited

Tuesday 04:30 - 05:00

5/6. It's quiz time, but Mr Maxwell is lacking a team. An ex-pupil has problems, too. Stars Marlene Sidaway. From 2005.

The Two Sisters

Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00

A salesman stumbles into the home of two sisters with a grim past. Darkly humorous horror with Joan Sims and Barbara Jefford.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Tuesday 06:00 - 06:45

2/7. The Baker Street sleuth probes the case of a young solicitor who's accused of murder. Stars Clive Merrison and Michael Williams.

Human Voices

Tuesday 06:45 - 07:00

2/10. A boozy French General visits BBC Broadcasting House during wartime with misguided words of hope. Read by Penelope Wilton.

Beaumarchais

Tuesday 07:00 - 07:30

6/6. Will the storming of the Bastille finally dampen Beaumarchais' spirits? Stars Henry Goodman. From 1996.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 07:30 - 08:00

11/14. When Neddie answers the telephone, he gets embroiled in a villainous plan. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1958.

It's a Fair Cop

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

3/6. Copper turned comic, Alfie Moore takes us through a delicate situation involving a worried daughter. From 2022.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Tuesday 08:30 - 08:45

2/5. Vanity Fair wows readers with a cover shot of President and Nancy Reagan. Tina Brown reveals how the photo shoot happened.

Valley of the Dolls

Tuesday 08:45 - 09:00

12/15. Successful film star Jennifer falls madly in love. But just as she's planning their future - tragedy strikes. Stars Julia Ford.

Meet David Sedaris

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

1/6. This instalment from the Sedaris files includes his essay Happy Go Lucky and extracts from his extensive diaries read to a packed house at The Tabernacle in Notting Hill, London.

Eat Your Garden

Tuesday 09:30 - 09:45

2/5. Wiz explores Captain Bill Swinley's fertile Gloucestershire acres for the perfect accompaniments to River Severn eel. From 2003.

Daily Service

Tuesday 09:45 - 10:00

Author and TV presenter Gemma Hunt marvels at a talking donkey who captures our attention.

A Good Read - Amrou Al-Kadhi & Peter Bazalgette

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

4 Extra Debut. Peter Bazalgette, Harriett Gilbert and Amrou Al-Kadhi on books by Laura Cumming, Leila Slimani and Katherine Heiny. From 2021.

'Right', Said Ted and Myles

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

Ted Dicks and Myles Rudge recall the making of their comedy records like 'Hole In The Ground' and 'Right Said Fred'. From 2010.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Tuesday 11:00 - 11:45

2/7. The Baker Street sleuth probes the case of a young solicitor who's accused of murder. Stars Clive Merrison and Michael Williams.

Human Voices

Tuesday 11:45 - 12:00

2/10. A boozy French General visits BBC Broadcasting House during wartime with misguided words of hope. Read by Penelope Wilton.

Beaumarchais

Tuesday 12:00 - 12:30

6/6. Will the storming of the Bastille finally dampen Beaumarchais' spirits? Stars Henry Goodman. From 1996.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 12:30 - 13:00

11/14. When Neddie answers the telephone, he gets embroiled in a villainous plan. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1958.

It's a Fair Cop

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

3/6. Copper turned comic, Alfie Moore takes us through a delicate situation involving a worried daughter. From 2022.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Tuesday 13:30 - 13:45

2/5. Vanity Fair wows readers with a cover shot of President and Nancy Reagan. Tina Brown reveals how the photo shoot happened.

Valley of the Dolls

Tuesday 13:45 - 14:00

12/15. Successful film star Jennifer falls madly in love. But just as she's planning their future - tragedy strikes. Stars Julia Ford.

Hoax! - From 17/08/1993

Tuesday 14:00 - 14:30

4 Extra Debut. Barry Cryer, Brian Johnston and Ray Cooney tell the stories. Tim Brooke-Taylor tries to spot which is a lie. From 1993.

Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends

Tuesday 14:30 - 15:00

4/4. Wendy and Robin's new arrival and Derek's disturbing experience - is there a connection? Stars Kay Stonham. From 2005.

Barred

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. Tamika, an idealistic young black barrister, starts at Tudor Chambers and is faced with harsh truths. Stars Kerri McLean.

A Good Read - Amrou Al-Kadhi & Peter Bazalgette

Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30

4 Extra Debut. Peter Bazalgette, Harriett Gilbert and Amrou Al-Kadhi on books by Laura Cumming, Leila Slimani and Katherine Heiny. From 2021.

'Right', Said Ted and Myles

Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00

Ted Dicks and Myles Rudge recall the making of their comedy records like 'Hole In The Ground' and 'Right Said Fred'. From 2010.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Tuesday 17:00 - 17:45

2/7. The Baker Street sleuth probes the case of a young solicitor who's accused of murder. Stars Clive Merrison and Michael Williams.

Human Voices

Tuesday 17:45 - 18:00

2/10. A boozy French General visits BBC Broadcasting House during wartime with misguided words of hope. Read by Penelope Wilton.

Beaumarchais

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

6/6. Will the storming of the Bastille finally dampen Beaumarchais' spirits? Stars Henry Goodman. From 1996.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

11/14. When Neddie answers the telephone, he gets embroiled in a villainous plan. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1958.

It's a Fair Cop

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

3/6. Copper turned comic, Alfie Moore takes us through a delicate situation involving a worried daughter. From 2022.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Tuesday 19:30 - 19:45

2/5. Vanity Fair wows readers with a cover shot of President and Nancy Reagan. Tina Brown reveals how the photo shoot happened.

Valley of the Dolls

Tuesday 19:45 - 20:00

12/15. Successful film star Jennifer falls madly in love. But just as she's planning their future - tragedy strikes. Stars Julia Ford.

Hoax!

Tuesday 20:00 - 20:30

4 Extra Debut. Barry Cryer, Brian Johnston and Ray Cooney tell the stories. Tim Brooke-Taylor tries to spot which is a lie. From 1993.

Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends

Tuesday 20:30 - 21:00

4/4. Wendy and Robin's new arrival and Derek's disturbing experience - is there a connection? Stars Kay Stonham. From 2005.

Barred

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. Tamika, an idealistic young black barrister, starts at Tudor Chambers and is faced with harsh truths. Stars Kerri McLean.

Meet David Sedaris

Tuesday 22:00 - 22:30

1/6. This instalment from the Sedaris files includes his essay Happy Go Lucky and extracts from his extensive diaries read to a packed house at The Tabernacle in Notting Hill, London.

And The Winner Is...

Tuesday 22:30 - 23:00

1/6. 4 Extra Debut. Matt Lucas hosts his alternative awards show - The Lucases - with Justin Edwards, Harry Enfield and Dave Gorman. From 2011.

All The World's A Globe

Tuesday 23:00 - 23:15

1/8. The National Theatre of Brent reveals the chaotic story of life on Earth. Stars Patrick Barlow and Jim Broadbent. From 1990.

Foley and McColl: The Interview

Tuesday 23:15 - 23:30

1/6. The duo are set to tell all on Parky's TV chat show. Stars Sean Foley, Hamish McColl and Michael Parkinson. From 2003.

Edge Falls

Tuesday 23:30 - 00:00

2/5. Booking 'Animal Man' Dickie Doubleday for the retail park proves to be a barking idea. Stars Sarah Lancashire. From 2007.

Wed Jul 08
A Good Read - Amrou Al-Kadhi & Peter Bazalgette

Wednesday 00:00 - 00:30

4 Extra Debut. Peter Bazalgette, Harriett Gilbert and Amrou Al-Kadhi on books by Laura Cumming, Leila Slimani and Katherine Heiny. From 2021.

'Right', Said Ted and Myles

Wednesday 00:30 - 01:00

Ted Dicks and Myles Rudge recall the making of their comedy records like 'Hole In The Ground' and 'Right Said Fred'. From 2010.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Wednesday 01:00 - 01:45

2/7. The Baker Street sleuth probes the case of a young solicitor who's accused of murder. Stars Clive Merrison and Michael Williams.

Human Voices

Wednesday 01:45 - 02:00

2/10. A boozy French General visits BBC Broadcasting House during wartime with misguided words of hope. Read by Penelope Wilton.

Beaumarchais

Wednesday 02:00 - 02:30

6/6. Will the storming of the Bastille finally dampen Beaumarchais' spirits? Stars Henry Goodman. From 1996.

The Goon Show

Wednesday 02:30 - 03:00

11/14. When Neddie answers the telephone, he gets embroiled in a villainous plan. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1958.

It's a Fair Cop

Wednesday 03:00 - 03:30

3/6. Copper turned comic, Alfie Moore takes us through a delicate situation involving a worried daughter. From 2022.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Wednesday 03:30 - 03:45

2/5. Vanity Fair wows readers with a cover shot of President and Nancy Reagan. Tina Brown reveals how the photo shoot happened.

Valley of the Dolls

Wednesday 03:45 - 04:00

12/15. Successful film star Jennifer falls madly in love. But just as she's planning their future - tragedy strikes. Stars Julia Ford.

Hoax!

Wednesday 04:00 - 04:30

4 Extra Debut. Barry Cryer, Brian Johnston and Ray Cooney tell the stories. Tim Brooke-Taylor tries to spot which is a lie. From 1993.

Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends

Wednesday 04:30 - 05:00

4/4. Wendy and Robin's new arrival and Derek's disturbing experience - is there a connection? Stars Kay Stonham. From 2005.

Barred

Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. Tamika, an idealistic young black barrister, starts at Tudor Chambers and is faced with harsh truths. Stars Kerri McLean.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Wednesday 06:00 - 06:45

3/7. The Baker Street detective probes why a child's scribbles spark tragedy for an old Norfolk family. Stars Clive Merrison.

Human Voices

Wednesday 06:45 - 07:00

3/10. US reporters arrive from France. Odd living arrangements are made. Wartime at BBC Broadcasting House. Read by Penelope Wilton.

After Henry

Wednesday 07:00 - 07:30

2/8. Clare's been dumped, Eleanor finds a friend and Sarah is listening. Stars Prunella Scales and Joan Sanderson. From 1986.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 07:30 - 08:00

4/12. Can the Lad find Harry Secombe to say thanks for stepping in for him? Stars Tony Hancock. From May 1955.

Michael Spicer: Before Next Door

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

3/4. A mention in parliament brings an A-List invite for the Room Next Door Man and an audition - to play a cheesy string. From 2021.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Wednesday 08:30 - 08:45

3/5. 1985's coverage of Charles and Diana makes headlines in the UK. Tina recalls the birth of her first child in 1986.

Valley of the Dolls

Wednesday 08:45 - 09:00

13/15. Following the tragedy, Neely spirals out of control and an ex-lover surprises Anne. Stars Madeleine Potter and Susan Jameson.

Ivo Graham's Obsessions

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

3/6. Ivo Graham quizzes John Robins on his love of Frank Zappa, and Michelle De Swarte extolls the benefits of skincare. Ivo welcomes 2 VOPs - Paul and Katia Beckmann, who love forts.

Eat Your Garden

Wednesday 09:30 - 09:45

3/5. Wiz Clift conjures up a Neolithic banquet from the garden of Lincolnshire archaeologists, Francis and Maisie Pryor. From 2003.

Daily Service

Wednesday 09:45 - 10:00

Author and illustrator Katy Hollamby on woodland, light and purpose.

The American Art Tapes

Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00

A unique insight into the vibrant art scene of mid-1960s America from an archive of recordings collected by John Jones. From 2018.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Wednesday 11:00 - 11:45

3/7. The Baker Street detective probes why a child's scribbles spark tragedy for an old Norfolk family. Stars Clive Merrison.

Human Voices

Wednesday 11:45 - 12:00

3/10. US reporters arrive from France. Odd living arrangements are made. Wartime at BBC Broadcasting House. Read by Penelope Wilton.

After Henry

Wednesday 12:00 - 12:30

2/8. Clare's been dumped, Eleanor finds a friend and Sarah is listening. Stars Prunella Scales and Joan Sanderson. From 1986.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 12:30 - 13:00

4/12. Can the Lad find Harry Secombe to say thanks for stepping in for him? Stars Tony Hancock. From May 1955.

Michael Spicer: Before Next Door

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

3/4. A mention in parliament brings an A-List invite for the Room Next Door Man and an audition - to play a cheesy string. From 2021.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Wednesday 13:30 - 13:45

3/5. 1985's coverage of Charles and Diana makes headlines in the UK. Tina recalls the birth of her first child in 1986.

Valley of the Dolls

Wednesday 13:45 - 14:00

13/15. Following the tragedy, Neely spirals out of control and an ex-lover surprises Anne. Stars Madeleine Potter and Susan Jameson.

The Write Stuff

Wednesday 14:00 - 14:30

3/6. James Walton's literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Sebastian Faulks, Russell Davies and Sue Limb. From April 2002.

The Odyssey

Wednesday 14:30 - 16:00

1/3. 4 Extra Debut. Can Trojan War hero Odysseus return home before his wife Penelope is forced to remarry? Stars Tim McInnerny and Amanda Redman.

The American Art Tapes

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

A unique insight into the vibrant art scene of mid-1960s America from an archive of recordings collected by John Jones. From 2018.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Wednesday 17:00 - 17:45

3/7. The Baker Street detective probes why a child's scribbles spark tragedy for an old Norfolk family. Stars Clive Merrison.

Human Voices

Wednesday 17:45 - 18:00

3/10. US reporters arrive from France. Odd living arrangements are made. Wartime at BBC Broadcasting House. Read by Penelope Wilton.

After Henry

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

2/8. Clare's been dumped, Eleanor finds a friend and Sarah is listening. Stars Prunella Scales and Joan Sanderson. From 1986.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

4/12. Can the Lad find Harry Secombe to say thanks for stepping in for him? Stars Tony Hancock. From May 1955.

Michael Spicer: Before Next Door

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

3/4. A mention in parliament brings an A-List invite for the Room Next Door Man and an audition - to play a cheesy string. From 2021.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Wednesday 19:30 - 19:45

3/5. 1985's coverage of Charles and Diana makes headlines in the UK. Tina recalls the birth of her first child in 1986.

Valley of the Dolls

Wednesday 19:45 - 20:00

13/15. Following the tragedy, Neely spirals out of control and an ex-lover surprises Anne. Stars Madeleine Potter and Susan Jameson.

The Write Stuff

Wednesday 20:00 - 20:30

3/6. James Walton's literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Sebastian Faulks, Russell Davies and Sue Limb. From April 2002.

The Odyssey

Wednesday 20:30 - 22:00

1/3. 4 Extra Debut. Can Trojan War hero Odysseus return home before his wife Penelope is forced to remarry? Stars Tim McInnerny and Amanda Redman.

Ivo Graham's Obsessions

Wednesday 22:00 - 22:25

3/6. Ivo Graham quizzes John Robins on his love of Frank Zappa, and Michelle De Swarte extolls the benefits of skincare. Ivo welcomes 2 VOPs - Paul and Katia Beckmann, who love forts.

The Comedy Club Interview

Wednesday 22:25 - 22:30

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, the Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. Plus Lou Conran speaks to comedian and writer Davina Bentley.

Ken Cheng: I Can School You - Solving a Problem like Maths

Wednesday 22:30 - 23:00

Comedian Ken Cheng analyses Maths, and why we often don't love it as much as it deserves. From 2023.

Mark Thomas: The Manifesto

Wednesday 23:00 - 23:30

4/4. On Mark's agenda today: extend civilian partnerships to straight couples and ban traffic during the rush hour. From 2011.

Clayton Grange

Wednesday 23:30 - 00:00

4/4. Can the brilliantly stupid scientists make life a bit more never-ending? Stars Anthony Head and Neil Warhurst. From 2012.

Thu Jul 09
The American Art Tapes

Thursday 00:00 - 01:00

A unique insight into the vibrant art scene of mid-1960s America from an archive of recordings collected by John Jones. From 2018.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Thursday 01:00 - 01:45

3/7. The Baker Street detective probes why a child's scribbles spark tragedy for an old Norfolk family. Stars Clive Merrison.

Human Voices

Thursday 01:45 - 02:00

3/10. US reporters arrive from France. Odd living arrangements are made. Wartime at BBC Broadcasting House. Read by Penelope Wilton.

After Henry

Thursday 02:00 - 02:30

2/8. Clare's been dumped, Eleanor finds a friend and Sarah is listening. Stars Prunella Scales and Joan Sanderson. From 1986.

Hancock's Half Hour

Thursday 02:30 - 03:00

4/12. Can the Lad find Harry Secombe to say thanks for stepping in for him? Stars Tony Hancock. From May 1955.

Michael Spicer: Before Next Door

Thursday 03:00 - 03:30

3/4. A mention in parliament brings an A-List invite for the Room Next Door Man and an audition - to play a cheesy string. From 2021.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Thursday 03:30 - 03:45

3/5. 1985's coverage of Charles and Diana makes headlines in the UK. Tina recalls the birth of her first child in 1986.

Valley of the Dolls

Thursday 03:45 - 04:00

13/15. Following the tragedy, Neely spirals out of control and an ex-lover surprises Anne. Stars Madeleine Potter and Susan Jameson.

The Write Stuff

Thursday 04:00 - 04:30

3/6. James Walton's literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Sebastian Faulks, Russell Davies and Sue Limb. From April 2002.

The Odyssey

Thursday 04:30 - 06:00

1/3. 4 Extra Debut. Can Trojan War hero Odysseus return home before his wife Penelope is forced to remarry? Stars Tim McInnerny and Amanda Redman.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Thursday 06:00 - 06:45

4/7. The Baker Street sleuth investigates who's following music teacher Violet Smith. Stars Clive Merrison and Michael Williams.

Human Voices

Thursday 06:45 - 07:00

4/10. After an eventful young life, Annie makes an impression on her first day at BBC Broadcasting House. Read by Penelope Wilton.

Boogie Up The River

Thursday 07:00 - 07:30

5/6. Mark is celebrating, but with dog hair in the champers. Can a living legend save the day? Stars Timothy Spall. From 1993.

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Thursday 07:30 - 08:00

7/9. London bus gospel, and a visit to Nibbling-on-the-Bone. Sketches and songs with Graeme Garden and Jo Kendall. From 1965.

Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You

Thursday 08:00 - 08:30

4/4. Super-sharp everywoman Angela Barnes tackles life and love. In part tribute to her larger-than-life father. From 2019.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Thursday 08:30 - 08:45

4/5. Amazing office intrigues for magazine editor-in-chief Tina Brown - and meeting Clint Eastwood and Michael Jackson.

Valley of the Dolls

Thursday 08:45 - 09:00

14/15. Lyon is back and Anne still has feelings for him, despite being engaged to Kevin. Stars Madeleine Potter and Barbara Barnes.

P.O.V.

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

3/6. A sketch show made by the internet's best comedians, like Larry & Paul, Kylie Brakeman and Jake Bhardwaj, with some advanced medical theories from Ed Night and Paddy Young.

Eat Your Garden

Thursday 09:30 - 09:45

4/5. Cook Wiz Clift joins garden writer, Kathy Brown for a colourful lunch of edible flowers in Bedfordshire. From 2003.

Daily Service

Thursday 09:45 - 10:00

Fantasy author Luke Aylen considers the mythical and poetic style of the account of creation found in Genesis 2, and the relationship between the creator and created.

Great Lives - Dave Allen

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

Comedian and actor Adil Ray chooses the Irish comedian, Dave Allen. With Matthew Parris and Graham McCann. From 2014.

JD Salinger: Made in England

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

How being stationed in England during the Second World War influenced Catcher in the Rye writer, JD Salinger. From 2016.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Thursday 11:00 - 11:45

4/7. The Baker Street sleuth investigates who's following music teacher Violet Smith. Stars Clive Merrison and Michael Williams.

Human Voices

Thursday 11:45 - 12:00

4/10. After an eventful young life, Annie makes an impression on her first day at BBC Broadcasting House. Read by Penelope Wilton.

Boogie Up The River

Thursday 12:00 - 12:30

5/6. Mark is celebrating, but with dog hair in the champers. Can a living legend save the day? Stars Timothy Spall. From 1993.

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Thursday 12:30 - 13:00

7/9. London bus gospel, and a visit to Nibbling-on-the-Bone. Sketches and songs with Graeme Garden and Jo Kendall. From 1965.

Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

4/4. Super-sharp everywoman Angela Barnes tackles life and love. In part tribute to her larger-than-life father. From 2019.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Thursday 13:30 - 13:45

4/5. Amazing office intrigues for magazine editor-in-chief Tina Brown - and meeting Clint Eastwood and Michael Jackson.

Valley of the Dolls

Thursday 13:45 - 14:00

14/15. Lyon is back and Anne still has feelings for him, despite being engaged to Kevin. Stars Madeleine Potter and Barbara Barnes.

Dilemma

Thursday 14:00 - 14:30

6/6. Sue Perkins sets more moral and ethical posers for Zoe Lyons Phill Jupitus, Simon Garfield and Humphrey Ker. From 2011.

The Odyssey

Thursday 14:30 - 16:00

2/3. Can Trojan War hero Odysseus overcome terrible obstacles and return to his wife Penelope? Stars Tim McInnerny and Amanda Redman.

Great Lives - Dave Allen

Thursday 16:00 - 16:30

Comedian and actor Adil Ray chooses the Irish comedian, Dave Allen. With Matthew Parris and Graham McCann. From 2014.

JD Salinger: Made in England

Thursday 16:30 - 17:00

How being stationed in England during the Second World War influenced Catcher in the Rye writer, JD Salinger. From 2016.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Thursday 17:00 - 17:45

4/7. The Baker Street sleuth investigates who's following music teacher Violet Smith. Stars Clive Merrison and Michael Williams.

Human Voices

Thursday 17:45 - 18:00

4/10. After an eventful young life, Annie makes an impression on her first day at BBC Broadcasting House. Read by Penelope Wilton.

Boogie Up The River

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

5/6. Mark is celebrating, but with dog hair in the champers. Can a living legend save the day? Stars Timothy Spall. From 1993.

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

7/9. London bus gospel, and a visit to Nibbling-on-the-Bone. Sketches and songs with Graeme Garden and Jo Kendall. From 1965.

Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

4/4. Super-sharp everywoman Angela Barnes tackles life and love. In part tribute to her larger-than-life father. From 2019.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Thursday 19:30 - 19:45

4/5. Amazing office intrigues for magazine editor-in-chief Tina Brown - and meeting Clint Eastwood and Michael Jackson.

Valley of the Dolls

Thursday 19:45 - 20:00

14/15. Lyon is back and Anne still has feelings for him, despite being engaged to Kevin. Stars Madeleine Potter and Barbara Barnes.

Dilemma

Thursday 20:00 - 20:30

6/6. Sue Perkins sets more moral and ethical posers for Zoe Lyons Phill Jupitus, Simon Garfield and Humphrey Ker. From 2011.

The Odyssey

Thursday 20:30 - 22:00

2/3. Can Trojan War hero Odysseus overcome terrible obstacles and return to his wife Penelope? Stars Tim McInnerny and Amanda Redman.

P.O.V.

Thursday 22:00 - 22:30

3/6. A sketch show made by the internet's best comedians, like Larry & Paul, Kylie Brakeman and Jake Bhardwaj, with some advanced medical theories from Ed Night and Paddy Young.

What On Earth? With Count Binface

Thursday 22:30 - 23:00

4 Extra Debut. Count Binface is the most successful alien politician ever, being officially London's 9th choice to be mayor. From 2021.

Paul Sinha's General Knowledge

Thursday 23:00 - 23:30

3/4. The comedian and quizzer delves into new towns, proving on the way that Runcorn has way more to it than you thought. From 2021.

Small Scenes

Thursday 23:30 - 00:00

1/4. The first cat Crufts. Comedy sketches with Daniel Rigby, Mike Wozniak, Cariad Lloyd, Freya Parker and Henry Paker. From 2019.

Fri Jul 10
Great Lives - Dave Allen

Friday 00:00 - 00:30

Comedian and actor Adil Ray chooses the Irish comedian, Dave Allen. With Matthew Parris and Graham McCann. From 2014.

JD Salinger: Made in England

Friday 00:30 - 01:00

How being stationed in England during the Second World War influenced Catcher in the Rye writer, JD Salinger. From 2016.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Friday 01:00 - 01:45

4/7. The Baker Street sleuth investigates who's following music teacher Violet Smith. Stars Clive Merrison and Michael Williams.

Human Voices

Friday 01:45 - 02:00

4/10. After an eventful young life, Annie makes an impression on her first day at BBC Broadcasting House. Read by Penelope Wilton.

Boogie Up The River

Friday 02:00 - 02:30

5/6. Mark is celebrating, but with dog hair in the champers. Can a living legend save the day? Stars Timothy Spall. From 1993.

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Friday 02:30 - 03:00

7/9. London bus gospel, and a visit to Nibbling-on-the-Bone. Sketches and songs with Graeme Garden and Jo Kendall. From 1965.

Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You

Friday 03:00 - 03:30

4/4. Super-sharp everywoman Angela Barnes tackles life and love. In part tribute to her larger-than-life father. From 2019.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Friday 03:30 - 03:45

4/5. Amazing office intrigues for magazine editor-in-chief Tina Brown - and meeting Clint Eastwood and Michael Jackson.

Valley of the Dolls

Friday 03:45 - 04:00

14/15. Lyon is back and Anne still has feelings for him, despite being engaged to Kevin. Stars Madeleine Potter and Barbara Barnes.

Dilemma

Friday 04:00 - 04:30

6/6. Sue Perkins sets more moral and ethical posers for Zoe Lyons Phill Jupitus, Simon Garfield and Humphrey Ker. From 2011.

The Odyssey

Friday 04:30 - 06:00

2/3. Can Trojan War hero Odysseus overcome terrible obstacles and return to his wife Penelope? Stars Tim McInnerny and Amanda Redman.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Friday 06:00 - 06:45

5/7. The Baker Street sleuth probes a young aristocrat's disappearance from prep school. Stars Clive Merrison and Michael Williams.

Human Voices

Friday 06:45 - 07:00

5/10. Annie's hard musical expertise wins her few friends among BBC top brass. Read by Penelope Wilton.

Little Blighty on the Down

Friday 07:00 - 07:30

1/5. Can Parish Council leader John Barnum satisfy the new doctor's demands? Political satire with John Baddeley. From 1992.

Steptoe and Son

Friday 07:30 - 08:00

7/8. Albert's kung fu club tackles some extortionists. Adapted from BBC TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From 1976.

Mark Steel's In Town

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

6/6. Mark Steel visits Coleraine in Northern Ireland and performs an evening of bespoke comedy for the locals. From 2024.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Friday 08:30 - 08:45

5/5. A brave Demi Moore front cover proves to be an explosive distraction from Tina's shaming over a Thatcher interview.

Valley of the Dolls

Friday 08:45 - 09:00

15/15. Neely's voice returns. She is back on top again and Anne leaves modelling to have a baby. Stars Madeleine Potter and Barbara Barnes.

Parish Matters

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

1/4. New comedy set in an Ulster parish somewhere near the Border. The best and only cop in town, Sergeant Rafferty, makes an alarming discovery in the cow shed.

Eat Your Garden

Friday 09:30 - 09:45

5/5. Cook Wiz Clift joins Frances Smith to explore the poly-tunnels in Kent that give us exotic salads all year round. From 2003.

Daily Service

Friday 09:45 - 10:00

Traditional storyteller Amy Scott Robinson examines how myths and fairytales point us towards what Tolkein called the One True Myth.

Soul Music

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

An exploration of the hymn which stirs patriotism and controversy when sung at national events. With Julian Mitchell. From 2006.

Serial Offender: Arnold Schoenberg's Twelve Tone Adventure

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

4 Extra Debut. Arnold Schoenberg's 12-tone system transformed music composition. Why his music is so rarely performed? From 2024.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Friday 11:00 - 11:45

5/7. The Baker Street sleuth probes a young aristocrat's disappearance from prep school. Stars Clive Merrison and Michael Williams.

Human Voices

Friday 11:45 - 12:00

5/10. Annie's hard musical expertise wins her few friends among BBC top brass. Read by Penelope Wilton.

Little Blighty on the Down

Friday 12:00 - 12:30

1/5. Can Parish Council leader John Barnum satisfy the new doctor's demands? Political satire with John Baddeley. From 1992.

Steptoe and Son

Friday 12:30 - 13:00

7/8. Albert's kung fu club tackles some extortionists. Adapted from BBC TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From 1976.

Mark Steel's In Town

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

6/6. Mark Steel visits Coleraine in Northern Ireland and performs an evening of bespoke comedy for the locals. From 2024.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Friday 13:30 - 13:45

5/5. A brave Demi Moore front cover proves to be an explosive distraction from Tina's shaming over a Thatcher interview.

Valley of the Dolls

Friday 13:45 - 14:00

15/15. Neely's voice returns. She is back on top again and Anne leaves modelling to have a baby. Stars Madeleine Potter and Barbara Barnes.

The Personality Test

Friday 14:00 - 14:30

5/6. Pop sensation and actress Toyah Willcox tests a panel about herself. With Sue Perkins and Caroline Quinlan. From 2007.

The Odyssey

Friday 14:30 - 15:30

3/3. In disguise, Odysseus returns home to his wife Penelope and confronts her suitors. Stars Tim McInnerny and Amanda Redman.

The Road Home: Remaking Homer's Odyssey

Friday 15:30 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. Tom Holland explores the continuing appeal of Homer's Odyssey. Why should that be? From 2012.

Soul Music

Friday 16:00 - 16:30

An exploration of the hymn which stirs patriotism and controversy when sung at national events. With Julian Mitchell. From 2006.

Serial Offender: Arnold Schoenberg's Twelve Tone Adventure

Friday 16:30 - 17:00

4 Extra Debut. Arnold Schoenberg's 12-tone system transformed music composition. Why his music is so rarely performed? From 2024.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes

Friday 17:00 - 17:45

5/7. The Baker Street sleuth probes a young aristocrat's disappearance from prep school. Stars Clive Merrison and Michael Williams.

Human Voices

Friday 17:45 - 18:00

5/10. Annie's hard musical expertise wins her few friends among BBC top brass. Read by Penelope Wilton.

Little Blighty on the Down

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

1/5. Can Parish Council leader John Barnum satisfy the new doctor's demands? Political satire with John Baddeley. From 1992.

Steptoe and Son

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

7/8. Albert's kung fu club tackles some extortionists. Adapted from BBC TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From 1976.

Mark Steel's In Town

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

6/6. Mark Steel visits Coleraine in Northern Ireland and performs an evening of bespoke comedy for the locals. From 2024.

The Vanity Fair Diaries

Friday 19:30 - 19:45

5/5. A brave Demi Moore front cover proves to be an explosive distraction from Tina's shaming over a Thatcher interview.

Valley of the Dolls

Friday 19:45 - 20:00

15/15. Neely's voice returns. She is back on top again and Anne leaves modelling to have a baby. Stars Madeleine Potter and Barbara Barnes.

The Personality Test

Friday 20:00 - 20:30

5/6. Pop sensation and actress Toyah Willcox tests a panel about herself. With Sue Perkins and Caroline Quinlan. From 2007.

The Odyssey

Friday 20:30 - 21:30

3/3. In disguise, Odysseus returns home to his wife Penelope and confronts her suitors. Stars Tim McInnerny and Amanda Redman.

The Road Home: Remaking Homer's Odyssey

Friday 21:30 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. Tom Holland explores the continuing appeal of Homer's Odyssey. Why should that be? From 2012.

Parish Matters

Friday 22:00 - 22:30

1/4. New comedy set in an Ulster parish somewhere near the Border. The best and only cop in town, Sergeant Rafferty, makes an alarming discovery in the cow shed.

Ashley Blaker: 6.5 Children

Friday 22:30 - 23:00

3/4. Ashley reflects on the many joys, challenges and comedy of raising children with special needs. From 2021.

Vent

Friday 23:00 - 23:30

1/6. As comatose Ben leaves hospital, he invents a panel game and meets Buzz Aldrin. Stars Neil Pearson. From 2009.

The Show What You Wrote

Friday 23:30 - 00:00

4/4. Sketch show written entirely by the public. Starring Rob Rouse, Fiona Clarke, Gavin Webster and Janice Connolly. From 2014.

Sat Jul 11
Soul Music

Saturday 00:00 - 00:30

An exploration of the hymn which stirs patriotism and controversy when sung at national events. With Julian Mitchell. From 2006.

Serial Offender: Arnold Schoenberg's Twelve Tone Adventure

Saturday 00:30 - 01:00

4 Extra Debut. Arnold Schoenberg's 12-tone system transformed music composition. Why his music is so rarely performed? From 2024.