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Sun Dec 08
F. Scott Fitzgerald: The Lost...

Today 02:30 - 03:45

...Stories (Omnibus). Three stories by F Scott Fitzgerald: Thank You For the Light, The Couple and Salute to Lucy and Elsie. Various readers.

Inner Voices

Today 03:45 - 04:00

1/4. To give his wife some space, Aiden undertakes a tough Arctic expedition with her brother. Written and performed by Dylan Moran.

Mr Willow's Wife

Today 04:00 - 04:30

1/6. With the twins away at school, Felicity tries to recapture romantic bliss with her husband. Stars Moira Lister. From 1971.

J. Kingston Platt's Showbiz...

Today 04:30 - 05:00

...Handbook. 2/10. The veteran of many parts recounts the woeful tale of a 'Gala Night in Venice'. Stars Peter Jones. From 1986.

Soul Music Mixtapes

Today 05:00 - 06:00

1/3. Cerys Matthews picks her favourites from the 25 series of BBC Radio 4's Soul Music - the show about the music that moves us.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Today 06:00 - 06:45

4 Extra Debut. From The Beatles to Mozart. Canadian actor Donald Sutherland shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 2008.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Today 06:45 - 07:00

Living throughout the Americas, Hummingbirds are brilliantly coloured with aeronautical skills defying imagination. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Adventures In Poetry

Today 07:00 - 07:30

Daljit Nagra chooses Adventures in Poetry - Jabberwocky by Lewis Carroll. Presented by Peggy Reynolds. From 2003.

The Secret Guests (Omnibus)

Today 07:30 - 08:40

2/2. As the IRA close in on the true identities of the guests, an accident befalls one of the princesses. Concluded by Sorcha Cusack.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 08:40 - 08:50

Actor Bill Nighy chooses 'Well Did You Evah' by Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra and 'Sign On A Window' by Bob Dylan.

Subterranean Homesick Blues...

Today 08:50 - 10:00

...(Omnibus). John has concerns about Maggie's new-found status as a social media 'influencer'. Stars Bill Nighy and Anna Calder-Marshall.

Beyond Our Ken

Today 10:00 - 10:30

Monsieur Kenneth Horne hits Paris, and Hornerama reports on motoring. With Kenneth Williams and Ron Moody. From August 1958.

The Enchanting World of Hinge...

Today 10:30 - 11:00

...and Bracket. 11/13. The dear ladies enjoy an eventful expedition from the village. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From May 1978.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Today 11:00 - 11:45

4 Extra Debut. From The Beatles to Mozart. Canadian actor Donald Sutherland shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 2008.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Today 11:45 - 12:00

Living throughout the Americas, Hummingbirds are brilliantly coloured with aeronautical skills defying imagination. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Adventures In Poetry

Today 12:00 - 12:30

Daljit Nagra chooses Adventures in Poetry - Jabberwocky by Lewis Carroll. Presented by Peggy Reynolds. From 2003.

The Secret Guests (Omnibus)

Today 12:30 - 13:40

2/2. As the IRA close in on the true identities of the guests, an accident befalls one of the princesses. Concluded by Sorcha Cusack.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 13:40 - 13:50

Actor Bill Nighy chooses 'Well Did You Evah' by Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra and 'Sign On A Window' by Bob Dylan.

Subterranean Homesick Blues...

Today 13:50 - 15:00

...(Omnibus). John has concerns about Maggie's new-found status as a social media 'influencer'. Stars Bill Nighy and Anna Calder-Marshall.

Beyond Our Ken

Today 15:00 - 15:30

Monsieur Kenneth Horne hits Paris, and Hornerama reports on motoring. With Kenneth Williams and Ron Moody. From August 1958.

The Enchanting World of Hinge...

Today 15:30 - 16:00

...and Bracket. 11/13. The dear ladies enjoy an eventful expedition from the village. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From May 1978.

The Man in Black

Today 16:00 - 16:30

4/5. Mark Gatiss introduces Alison Falconer's chilling tale of a young mum inheriting a haunted cottage. Stars Anne-Marie Piazza.

Blop

Today 16:30 - 17:00

A guest with unusual table manners joins George and Sylvia in their garden for afternoon tea. Stars Peter Jeffrey. From 1975.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Today 17:00 - 17:45

4 Extra Debut. From The Beatles to Mozart. Canadian actor Donald Sutherland shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 2008.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Today 17:45 - 18:00

Living throughout the Americas, Hummingbirds are brilliantly coloured with aeronautical skills defying imagination. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Adventures In Poetry

Today 18:00 - 18:30

Daljit Nagra chooses Adventures in Poetry - Jabberwocky by Lewis Carroll. Presented by Peggy Reynolds. From 2003.

The Secret Guests (Omnibus)

Today 18:30 - 19:40

2/2. As the IRA close in on the true identities of the guests, an accident befalls one of the princesses. Concluded by Sorcha Cusack.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 19:40 - 19:50

Actor Bill Nighy chooses 'Well Did You Evah' by Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra and 'Sign On A Window' by Bob Dylan.

Subterranean Homesick Blues...

Today 19:50 - 21:00

...(Omnibus). John has concerns about Maggie's new-found status as a social media 'influencer'. Stars Bill Nighy and Anna Calder-Marshall.

Beyond Our Ken

Today 21:00 - 21:30

Monsieur Kenneth Horne hits Paris, and Hornerama reports on motoring. With Kenneth Williams and Ron Moody. From August 1958.

The Enchanting World of Hinge...

Today 21:30 - 22:00

...and Bracket. 11/13. The dear ladies enjoy an eventful expedition from the village. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From May 1978.

Revolting People

Today 22:00 - 22:30

3/6. Captain Brimshaw attempts to broker peace with George Washington. 1775 America sitcom. Stars Andy Hamilton. From May 2006.

1966 And All That

Today 22:30 - 22:55

4/4. Neil Knock-Knock and John Minor make the political headlines. Craig Brown's satirical history of Britain. From September 2006.

The Comedy Club Interview

Today 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, The Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. And tonight, Stephen Bailey chats to the writer and stand-up comedian, Chelsea Birkby.

Life With Lederer

Today 23:00 - 23:15

4/5. Helen, in nervous anticipation, preps for a dinner party. But the diners want to know who's on the guest list. From August 1991.

Where to, Mate?

Today 23:15 - 23:30

4/4. Ben tries to resist the advances of a passenger while Bernie and Milton's focus is ceramic owls. Stars Peter Slater. From 2020.

Delve Special

Today 23:30 - 00:00

3/4. David Lander probes MI5 in a tale of dirty tricks, purple herrings and mauve sheep. Stars Stephen Fry. From September 1985.

Mon Dec 09
The Man in Black

Tomorrow 00:00 - 00:30

4/5. Mark Gatiss introduces Alison Falconer's chilling tale of a young mum inheriting a haunted cottage. Stars Anne-Marie Piazza.

Blop

Tomorrow 00:30 - 01:00

A guest with unusual table manners joins George and Sylvia in their garden for afternoon tea. Stars Peter Jeffrey. From 1975.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Tomorrow 01:00 - 01:45

4 Extra Debut. From The Beatles to Mozart. Canadian actor Donald Sutherland shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 2008.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Tomorrow 01:45 - 02:00

Living throughout the Americas, Hummingbirds are brilliantly coloured with aeronautical skills defying imagination. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Adventures In Poetry

Tomorrow 02:00 - 02:30

Daljit Nagra chooses Adventures in Poetry - Jabberwocky by Lewis Carroll. Presented by Peggy Reynolds. From 2003.

The Secret Guests (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 02:30 - 03:40

2/2. As the IRA close in on the true identities of the guests, an accident befalls one of the princesses. Concluded by Sorcha Cusack.

Inheritance Tracks

Tomorrow 03:40 - 03:50

Actor Bill Nighy chooses 'Well Did You Evah' by Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra and 'Sign On A Window' by Bob Dylan.

Subterranean Homesick Blues...

Tomorrow 03:50 - 05:00

...(Omnibus). John has concerns about Maggie's new-found status as a social media 'influencer'. Stars Bill Nighy and Anna Calder-Marshall.

Beyond Our Ken

Tomorrow 05:00 - 05:30

Monsieur Kenneth Horne hits Paris, and Hornerama reports on motoring. With Kenneth Williams and Ron Moody. From August 1958.

The Enchanting World of Hinge...

Tomorrow 05:30 - 06:00

...and Bracket. 11/13. The dear ladies enjoy an eventful expedition from the village. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From May 1978.

Unofficial Rosie

Tomorrow 06:00 - 06:30

1/6. Merseyside mum, Rosie Monaghan, has lost her job but plans to turn private eye. Alan McDonald's mystery stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Tomorrow 06:30 - 07:00

1/5. Burglaries on just one street sees the duo probe a deception amongst students. Brian B Thompson's mystery stars Robert Daws.

Like They've Never Been Gone

Tomorrow 07:00 - 07:30

6/6. There's mutiny in the air as Tommy and Sheila set off on their cruise. Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From 1999.

The Navy Lark

Tomorrow 07:30 - 08:00

14/16. The HMS Troutbridge crew wonder why Chief Petty Officer Pertwee is being so generous. Stars Leslie Phillips. From March 1970.

In and out of the Kitchen

Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30

2/6. Damien guests on a topical panel show, while Anthony renovates a new property. Stars Miles Jupp and Justin Edwards. From 2015.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Tomorrow 08:30 - 08:45

...Maxwell. 1/5. 4 Extra Debut. The life story of the business tycoon and newspaper owner from birth to his mysterious death at sea. Read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Tomorrow 08:45 - 09:00

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. When a neighbouring clan commits an offence against Umuofia, the offending clan gives them a peace offering. Stars Okezie Morro.

Yesterday in Parliament

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

Susan Hulme reports as Unionist MPs try to recast Northern Ireland's post-Brexit trading rules.

A Cause for Caroling

Tomorrow 09:30 - 09:45

Jeremy Summerly discovers what he thinks is the first carol in the English language, in his story of the tradition. From 2013.

Daily Service

Tomorrow 09:45 - 10:00

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

Sounds Natural

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

The Goon Show star Spike Milligan reveals his love for wild animals and his concern for their future. With Derek Jones. From 1972.

Tropicalia: Revolution in Sound

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

4 Extra Debut. Monica Vasconcelos explores Tropicalia, a 1960s revolution in sound in Brazil, changing its music and politics. From 2016.

Unofficial Rosie

Tomorrow 11:00 - 11:30

1/6. Merseyside mum, Rosie Monaghan, has lost her job but plans to turn private eye. Alan McDonald's mystery stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Tomorrow 11:30 - 12:00

1/5. Burglaries on just one street sees the duo probe a deception amongst students. Brian B Thompson's mystery stars Robert Daws.

Like They've Never Been Gone

Tomorrow 12:00 - 12:30

6/6. There's mutiny in the air as Tommy and Sheila set off on their cruise. Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From 1999.

The Navy Lark

Tomorrow 12:30 - 13:00

14/16. The HMS Troutbridge crew wonder why Chief Petty Officer Pertwee is being so generous. Stars Leslie Phillips. From March 1970.

In and out of the Kitchen

Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30

2/6. Damien guests on a topical panel show, while Anthony renovates a new property. Stars Miles Jupp and Justin Edwards. From 2015.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Tomorrow 13:30 - 13:45

...Maxwell. 1/5. 4 Extra Debut. The life story of the business tycoon and newspaper owner from birth to his mysterious death at sea. Read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Tomorrow 13:45 - 14:00

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. When a neighbouring clan commits an offence against Umuofia, the offending clan gives them a peace offering. Stars Okezie Morro.

Just A Minute

Tomorrow 14:00 - 14:30

5/12. Nicholas Parsons' 60-second challenges to Paul Merton, Charles Collingwood, Josie Lawrence and Chris Neill. From February 2010.

Hay Fever

Tomorrow 14:30 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. The Bliss family's very bohemian "weekends" are thrown into chaos by unexpected guests. Stars Peggy Ashcroft and Tony Britton.

Sounds Natural

Tomorrow 16:00 - 16:30

The Goon Show star Spike Milligan reveals his love for wild animals and his concern for their future. With Derek Jones. From 1972.

Tropicalia: Revolution in Sound

Tomorrow 16:30 - 17:00

4 Extra Debut. Monica Vasconcelos explores Tropicalia, a 1960s revolution in sound in Brazil, changing its music and politics. From 2016.

Unofficial Rosie

Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:30

1/6. Merseyside mum, Rosie Monaghan, has lost her job but plans to turn private eye. Alan McDonald's mystery stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Tomorrow 17:30 - 18:00

1/5. Burglaries on just one street sees the duo probe a deception amongst students. Brian B Thompson's mystery stars Robert Daws.

Like They've Never Been Gone

Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30

6/6. There's mutiny in the air as Tommy and Sheila set off on their cruise. Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From 1999.

The Navy Lark

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00

14/16. The HMS Troutbridge crew wonder why Chief Petty Officer Pertwee is being so generous. Stars Leslie Phillips. From March 1970.

In and out of the Kitchen

Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30

2/6. Damien guests on a topical panel show, while Anthony renovates a new property. Stars Miles Jupp and Justin Edwards. From 2015.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Tomorrow 19:30 - 19:45

...Maxwell. 1/5. 4 Extra Debut. The life story of the business tycoon and newspaper owner from birth to his mysterious death at sea. Read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Tomorrow 19:45 - 20:00

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. When a neighbouring clan commits an offence against Umuofia, the offending clan gives them a peace offering. Stars Okezie Morro.

Just A Minute

Tomorrow 20:00 - 20:30

5/12. Nicholas Parsons' 60-second challenges to Paul Merton, Charles Collingwood, Josie Lawrence and Chris Neill. From February 2010.

Hay Fever

Tomorrow 20:30 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. The Bliss family's very bohemian "weekends" are thrown into chaos by unexpected guests. Stars Peggy Ashcroft and Tony Britton.

Paul Sinha's Perfect Pub Quiz

Tomorrow 22:00 - 22:30

6/6. Stand-up and quizzer Paul Sinha tests the people of Merthyr Tydfil on their knowledge of Wales's 100 Greatest Heroes, from those rated alarmingly high to those who were overlooked.

Alice's Wunderland

Tomorrow 22:30 - 23:00

4 Extra Debut. A trip round Wunderland, the Poundland of magical realms. Alice Lowe's sketch show with Richard Glover. From 2012.

The Naked Week

Tomorrow 23:00 - 23:30

2/5. Andrew Hunter Murray, Amy Hoggart, Jon Holmes and The Naked Week team deliver a topical news-nude straight to your ears. This week - Milestones, and Monopoly (Qatar edition).

The Confessional

Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:00

5/6. Historian and biographer Antonia Fraser regales Stephen Mangan with stories of royal parties, theft and fake masses. From 2023.

Tue Dec 10
Sounds Natural

Tuesday 00:00 - 00:30

The Goon Show star Spike Milligan reveals his love for wild animals and his concern for their future. With Derek Jones. From 1972.

Tropicalia: Revolution in Sound

Tuesday 00:30 - 01:00

4 Extra Debut. Monica Vasconcelos explores Tropicalia, a 1960s revolution in sound in Brazil, changing its music and politics. From 2016.

Unofficial Rosie

Tuesday 01:00 - 01:30

1/6. Merseyside mum, Rosie Monaghan, has lost her job but plans to turn private eye. Alan McDonald's mystery stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Tuesday 01:30 - 02:00

1/5. Burglaries on just one street sees the duo probe a deception amongst students. Brian B Thompson's mystery stars Robert Daws.

Like They've Never Been Gone

Tuesday 02:00 - 02:30

6/6. There's mutiny in the air as Tommy and Sheila set off on their cruise. Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From 1999.

The Navy Lark

Tuesday 02:30 - 03:00

14/16. The HMS Troutbridge crew wonder why Chief Petty Officer Pertwee is being so generous. Stars Leslie Phillips. From March 1970.

In and out of the Kitchen

Tuesday 03:00 - 03:30

2/6. Damien guests on a topical panel show, while Anthony renovates a new property. Stars Miles Jupp and Justin Edwards. From 2015.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Tuesday 03:30 - 03:45

...Maxwell. 1/5. 4 Extra Debut. The life story of the business tycoon and newspaper owner from birth to his mysterious death at sea. Read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Tuesday 03:45 - 04:00

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. When a neighbouring clan commits an offence against Umuofia, the offending clan gives them a peace offering. Stars Okezie Morro.

Just A Minute

Tuesday 04:00 - 04:30

5/12. Nicholas Parsons' 60-second challenges to Paul Merton, Charles Collingwood, Josie Lawrence and Chris Neill. From February 2010.

Hay Fever

Tuesday 04:30 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. The Bliss family's very bohemian "weekends" are thrown into chaos by unexpected guests. Stars Peggy Ashcroft and Tony Britton.

Unofficial Rosie

Tuesday 06:00 - 06:30

2/6. Who is private eye Rosie Monaghan's mystery client, and how do you trail someone? Starring Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Tuesday 06:30 - 07:00

2/5. As the pair probe an ex-student's near-drowning in Leeds, they unearth an old secret. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Rent

Tuesday 07:00 - 07:30

3/6. Maria and Richard hire a nanny, while Paul and Ruby move into their new home. Stars Barbara Flynn. From June 1998.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 07:30 - 08:00

23/26. A meaty mystery for Neddie Seagoon, unaccompanied by the show's striking musicians. Stars Harry Secombe. From February 1956.

Conversations From A Long Marriage

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

3/6. The couple book into a country hotel for a friend's second wedding. Starring Roger Allam and Joanna Lumley. From January 2021.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Tuesday 08:30 - 08:45

...Maxwell. 2/5. Maxwell's shape-shifting youth is marked by heroism, love and a murky start in business. Read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Tuesday 08:45 - 09:00

2/5. A proclamation from the Oracle about Ikemefuna, forces Okonkwo to make an impossible choice. Starring Clinton Liberty.

Yesterday in Parliament

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

The latest news from Westminster - and beyond.

A Cause for Caroling

Tuesday 09:30 - 09:45

Choral conductor Jeremy Summerly discovers how the Franciscans used the carol to make the birth of Jesus a focus. From 2013.

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 Marika Rose.

A Good Read

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

4 Extra Debut. Hadley Freeman, Sathnam Sanghera and Harriett Gilbert on books by Melissa Bank, David Szalay and Junichiro Tanizaki. From 2018.

Wreck of the Alba

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

'The Wreck of the Alba' painting depicts St Ives' 1938 tragedy. Michael Bird, writer and surfer, uncovers the story. From 2009.

Unofficial Rosie

Tuesday 11:00 - 11:30

2/6. Who is private eye Rosie Monaghan's mystery client, and how do you trail someone? Starring Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Tuesday 11:30 - 12:00

2/5. As the pair probe an ex-student's near-drowning in Leeds, they unearth an old secret. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Rent

Tuesday 12:00 - 12:30

3/6. Maria and Richard hire a nanny, while Paul and Ruby move into their new home. Stars Barbara Flynn. From June 1998.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 12:30 - 13:00

23/26. A meaty mystery for Neddie Seagoon, unaccompanied by the show's striking musicians. Stars Harry Secombe. From February 1956.

Conversations From A Long Marriage

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

3/6. The couple book into a country hotel for a friend's second wedding. Starring Roger Allam and Joanna Lumley. From January 2021.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Tuesday 13:30 - 13:45

...Maxwell. 2/5. Maxwell's shape-shifting youth is marked by heroism, love and a murky start in business. Read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Tuesday 13:45 - 14:00

2/5. A proclamation from the Oracle about Ikemefuna, forces Okonkwo to make an impossible choice. Starring Clinton Liberty.

Booked

Tuesday 14:00 - 14:30

2/6. Ian McMillan's irreverent literary game with Miles Kington, Dillie Keane, Mark Thomas and John Hegley. From February 1997.

The Vortex

Tuesday 14:30 - 16:00

The notorious 1924 drama lifting the lid on the lives of the country house set. Stars Elizabeth Sellars and Martin Jarvis.

A Good Read

Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30

4 Extra Debut. Hadley Freeman, Sathnam Sanghera and Harriett Gilbert on books by Melissa Bank, David Szalay and Junichiro Tanizaki. From 2018.

Wreck of the Alba

Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00

'The Wreck of the Alba' painting depicts St Ives' 1938 tragedy. Michael Bird, writer and surfer, uncovers the story. From 2009.

Unofficial Rosie

Tuesday 17:00 - 17:30

2/6. Who is private eye Rosie Monaghan's mystery client, and how do you trail someone? Starring Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Tuesday 17:30 - 18:00

2/5. As the pair probe an ex-student's near-drowning in Leeds, they unearth an old secret. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Rent

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

3/6. Maria and Richard hire a nanny, while Paul and Ruby move into their new home. Stars Barbara Flynn. From June 1998.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

23/26. A meaty mystery for Neddie Seagoon, unaccompanied by the show's striking musicians. Stars Harry Secombe. From February 1956.

Conversations From A Long Marriage

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

3/6. The couple book into a country hotel for a friend's second wedding. Starring Roger Allam and Joanna Lumley. From January 2021.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Tuesday 19:30 - 19:45

...Maxwell. 2/5. Maxwell's shape-shifting youth is marked by heroism, love and a murky start in business. Read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Tuesday 19:45 - 20:00

2/5. A proclamation from the Oracle about Ikemefuna, forces Okonkwo to make an impossible choice. Starring Clinton Liberty.

Booked

Tuesday 20:00 - 20:30

2/6. Ian McMillan's irreverent literary game with Miles Kington, Dillie Keane, Mark Thomas and John Hegley. From February 1997.

The Vortex

Tuesday 20:30 - 22:00

The notorious 1924 drama lifting the lid on the lives of the country house set. Stars Elizabeth Sellars and Martin Jarvis.

Best Medicine

Tuesday 22:00 - 22:30

Comedian Laura Smyth dreams of sleep, Prof Nicholas Embleton's life is saved by a stem cell donor and Prof Lindsay Hall pitches Faecal Matter Transplants (yes, you read that right).

The Consultants

Tuesday 22:30 - 23:00

3/6. Chesney brings his daughter to work. Or does he? Cerebral sketch show with Neil Edmond and Justin Edwards. From December 2004.

Trevor's World of Sport

Tuesday 23:00 - 23:30

1/6. Trevor Heslop's battles as a nice sports agent. Andy Hamilton's TV series swaps to radio. Stars Neil Pearson. From August 2004.

Lionel Nimrod's Inexplicable World

Tuesday 23:30 - 00:00

1/6. The sci-fi star and his crew cast a spell to summon the Devil. With Tom Baker, Richard Herring and Stewart Lee. From July 1993.

Wed Dec 11
A Good Read

Wednesday 00:00 - 00:30

4 Extra Debut. Hadley Freeman, Sathnam Sanghera and Harriett Gilbert on books by Melissa Bank, David Szalay and Junichiro Tanizaki. From 2018.

Wreck of the Alba

Wednesday 00:30 - 01:00

'The Wreck of the Alba' painting depicts St Ives' 1938 tragedy. Michael Bird, writer and surfer, uncovers the story. From 2009.

Unofficial Rosie

Wednesday 01:00 - 01:30

2/6. Who is private eye Rosie Monaghan's mystery client, and how do you trail someone? Starring Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Wednesday 01:30 - 02:00

2/5. As the pair probe an ex-student's near-drowning in Leeds, they unearth an old secret. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Rent

Wednesday 02:00 - 02:30

3/6. Maria and Richard hire a nanny, while Paul and Ruby move into their new home. Stars Barbara Flynn. From June 1998.

The Goon Show

Wednesday 02:30 - 03:00

23/26. A meaty mystery for Neddie Seagoon, unaccompanied by the show's striking musicians. Stars Harry Secombe. From February 1956.

Conversations From A Long Marriage

Wednesday 03:00 - 03:30

3/6. The couple book into a country hotel for a friend's second wedding. Starring Roger Allam and Joanna Lumley. From January 2021.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Wednesday 03:30 - 03:45

...Maxwell. 2/5. Maxwell's shape-shifting youth is marked by heroism, love and a murky start in business. Read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Wednesday 03:45 - 04:00

2/5. A proclamation from the Oracle about Ikemefuna, forces Okonkwo to make an impossible choice. Starring Clinton Liberty.

Booked

Wednesday 04:00 - 04:30

2/6. Ian McMillan's irreverent literary game with Miles Kington, Dillie Keane, Mark Thomas and John Hegley. From February 1997.

The Vortex

Wednesday 04:30 - 06:00

The notorious 1924 drama lifting the lid on the lives of the country house set. Stars Elizabeth Sellars and Martin Jarvis.

Unofficial Rosie

Wednesday 06:00 - 06:30

3/6. A privatisation row breaks out and private eye Rosie has doubts over a seemingly innocent death. Stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Wednesday 06:30 - 07:00

3/5. Back at CID, the duo suspect a male hospital midwife of petty thefts from pregnant women. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Winston in Europe

Wednesday 07:00 - 07:30

6/6. On the family's whistle-stop tour of Europe, Father shows them where he married Mother. Stars Maurice Denham. From April 1992.

The Missing Hancocks

Wednesday 07:30 - 08:00

2/5. The lad takes up astronomy, and spots something terrible among the stars. Stars Kevin McNally. 1955 episode re-recorded in 2015.

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

3/6. Bad news for Mr and Mrs Wrigglesworth about a friend. Granny helps Tom with a "gambling situation". With Paul Copley. From 2015.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Wednesday 08:30 - 08:45

...Maxwell. 3/5. A family tragedy - and the desire for a Fleet Street newspaper. Breath-taking biography of a tycoon read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Wednesday 08:45 - 09:00

3/5. At the funeral of a great warrior, Okonkwo accidentally commits a crime against the Earth Goddess. Starring Cyril Nri.

Yesterday in Parliament

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

The latest news from Westminster - and beyond.

A Cause for Caroling

Wednesday 09:30 - 09:45

Jeremy Summerly uncovers a developing professionalism in carol singing and writing - in his tale of the tradition. From 2013.

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 Andy Fishburne.

Teen Spirit: Nevermind at 30

Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00

4 Extra Debut. Douglas Coupland examines how Nirvana's Nevermind changed the outlook of a generation, from music to art to activism. From 2021.

Unofficial Rosie

Wednesday 11:00 - 11:30

3/6. A privatisation row breaks out and private eye Rosie has doubts over a seemingly innocent death. Stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Wednesday 11:30 - 12:00

3/5. Back at CID, the duo suspect a male hospital midwife of petty thefts from pregnant women. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Winston in Europe

Wednesday 12:00 - 12:30

6/6. On the family's whistle-stop tour of Europe, Father shows them where he married Mother. Stars Maurice Denham. From April 1992.

The Missing Hancocks

Wednesday 12:30 - 13:00

2/5. The lad takes up astronomy, and spots something terrible among the stars. Stars Kevin McNally. 1955 episode re-recorded in 2015.

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

3/6. Bad news for Mr and Mrs Wrigglesworth about a friend. Granny helps Tom with a "gambling situation". With Paul Copley. From 2015.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Wednesday 13:30 - 13:45

...Maxwell. 3/5. A family tragedy - and the desire for a Fleet Street newspaper. Breath-taking biography of a tycoon read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Wednesday 13:45 - 14:00

3/5. At the funeral of a great warrior, Okonkwo accidentally commits a crime against the Earth Goddess. Starring Cyril Nri.

Counterpoint

Wednesday 14:00 - 14:30

12/13. Paul Gambaccini with a 3rd semi-final of the music quiz. Contestants are from Cheltenham, Bury St. Edmunds and Essex. From 2013.

Private Lives

Wednesday 14:30 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. Divorced couple Amanda and Elyot meet again on their second honeymoons. Stars Paul Scofield and Patricia Routledge.

Teen Spirit: Nevermind at 30

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

4 Extra Debut. Douglas Coupland examines how Nirvana's Nevermind changed the outlook of a generation, from music to art to activism. From 2021.

Unofficial Rosie

Wednesday 17:00 - 17:30

3/6. A privatisation row breaks out and private eye Rosie has doubts over a seemingly innocent death. Stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Wednesday 17:30 - 18:00

3/5. Back at CID, the duo suspect a male hospital midwife of petty thefts from pregnant women. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Winston in Europe

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

6/6. On the family's whistle-stop tour of Europe, Father shows them where he married Mother. Stars Maurice Denham. From April 1992.

The Missing Hancocks

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

2/5. The lad takes up astronomy, and spots something terrible among the stars. Stars Kevin McNally. 1955 episode re-recorded in 2015.

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

3/6. Bad news for Mr and Mrs Wrigglesworth about a friend. Granny helps Tom with a "gambling situation". With Paul Copley. From 2015.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Wednesday 19:30 - 19:45

...Maxwell. 3/5. A family tragedy - and the desire for a Fleet Street newspaper. Breath-taking biography of a tycoon read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Wednesday 19:45 - 20:00

3/5. At the funeral of a great warrior, Okonkwo accidentally commits a crime against the Earth Goddess. Starring Cyril Nri.

Counterpoint

Wednesday 20:00 - 20:30

12/13. Paul Gambaccini with a 3rd semi-final of the music quiz. Contestants are from Cheltenham, Bury St. Edmunds and Essex. From 2013.

Private Lives

Wednesday 20:30 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. Divorced couple Amanda and Elyot meet again on their second honeymoons. Stars Paul Scofield and Patricia Routledge.

You Heard it Here First

Wednesday 22:00 - 22:30

4/6. Chris McCausland asks a panel of comedians to live in an audio-only world, with Steph McGovern, Jarred Christmas, Hugh Dennis and Thanyia Moore.

Mark Thomas: The Manifesto

Wednesday 22:30 - 22:55

6/6. Comedian and activist Mark Thomas creates a People's Manifesto from the policies of his BBC Radio Theatre audience. From 2013.

The Comedy Club Interview

Wednesday 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, The Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. And tonight, Stephen Bailey chats to the writer and stand-up comedian, Chelsea Birkby.

Elis James' Pantheon of Heroes

Wednesday 23:00 - 23:30

3/6. The Welsh dragon, Merlin and Fireman Sam. Determining the ultimate mythical hero of Wales. From December 2012.

Paperback Hell

Wednesday 23:30 - 23:45

1/6. Tales of a travel writer's hotel tour in a spoof literary chapter. Stars Michael Fenton Stevens and Rebecca Front. From 2004.

The Hauntening

Wednesday 23:45 - 00:00

1/2. Tom Neenan discovers what horrors lurk in our apps and gadgets in this modern ghost story. With Jenny Bede. From 2017.

Thu Dec 12
Teen Spirit: Nevermind at 30

Thursday 00:00 - 01:00

4 Extra Debut. Douglas Coupland examines how Nirvana's Nevermind changed the outlook of a generation, from music to art to activism. From 2021.

Unofficial Rosie

Thursday 01:00 - 01:30

3/6. A privatisation row breaks out and private eye Rosie has doubts over a seemingly innocent death. Stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Thursday 01:30 - 02:00

3/5. Back at CID, the duo suspect a male hospital midwife of petty thefts from pregnant women. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Winston in Europe

Thursday 02:00 - 02:30

6/6. On the family's whistle-stop tour of Europe, Father shows them where he married Mother. Stars Maurice Denham. From April 1992.

The Missing Hancocks

Thursday 02:30 - 03:00

2/5. The lad takes up astronomy, and spots something terrible among the stars. Stars Kevin McNally. 1955 episode re-recorded in 2015.

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Thursday 03:00 - 03:30

3/6. Bad news for Mr and Mrs Wrigglesworth about a friend. Granny helps Tom with a "gambling situation". With Paul Copley. From 2015.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Thursday 03:30 - 03:45

...Maxwell. 3/5. A family tragedy - and the desire for a Fleet Street newspaper. Breath-taking biography of a tycoon read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Thursday 03:45 - 04:00

3/5. At the funeral of a great warrior, Okonkwo accidentally commits a crime against the Earth Goddess. Starring Cyril Nri.

Counterpoint

Thursday 04:00 - 04:30

12/13. Paul Gambaccini with a 3rd semi-final of the music quiz. Contestants are from Cheltenham, Bury St. Edmunds and Essex. From 2013.

Private Lives

Thursday 04:30 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. Divorced couple Amanda and Elyot meet again on their second honeymoons. Stars Paul Scofield and Patricia Routledge.

Unofficial Rosie

Thursday 06:00 - 06:30

4/6. Private eye Rosie Monaghan is investigating a murder. But no-one else thinks there's been one. Stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Thursday 06:30 - 07:00

4/5. Passions run high as the detectives tackle an arson attack on a Leeds lingerie shop. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Coming Alive

Thursday 07:00 - 07:30

5/6. Terry is plagued by smugglers with big ideas - and Sandra has a stalker. Stars Karl Howman and Phyllis Logan. From August 2000.

Parsley Sidings

Thursday 07:30 - 08:00

1/10. The station staff go all out to boost falling passenger numbers. Stars Arthur Lowe and Ian Lavender. From December 1971.

Bridget Christie: Mortal

Thursday 08:00 - 08:30

3/4. Collection of lockdown recordings pondering questions around birth, death and the afterlife, with some interruptions. From 2021.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Thursday 08:30 - 08:45

...Maxwell. 4/5. Tycoon Robert Maxwell's success is uncontested but the cracks are soon to appear. Read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Thursday 08:45 - 09:00

4/5. The arrival of Christian missionaries causes division between Okonkwo and his son, Nwoye. Stars Michael Ajao and Okezie Morro.

Yesterday in Parliament

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

The latest news from Westminster - and beyond.

A Cause for Caroling

Thursday 09:30 - 09:45

Jeremy Summerly describes the impact of the Reformation and Puritan attitudes to music - in his history of carols. From 2013.

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 Sharon Grenham Thompson.

Great Lives

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

Comedian Mark Steel chooses actor, filmmaker and political rebel, Charlie Chaplin. With Matthew Parris. From 2018.

Latch-Key Kids

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

Actress Jessica Hynes, a 'latch-key kid', explores the effects of children taking care of themselves after school. From 2010.

Unofficial Rosie

Thursday 11:00 - 11:30

4/6. Private eye Rosie Monaghan is investigating a murder. But no-one else thinks there's been one. Stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Thursday 11:30 - 12:00

4/5. Passions run high as the detectives tackle an arson attack on a Leeds lingerie shop. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Coming Alive

Thursday 12:00 - 12:30

5/6. Terry is plagued by smugglers with big ideas - and Sandra has a stalker. Stars Karl Howman and Phyllis Logan. From August 2000.

Parsley Sidings

Thursday 12:30 - 13:00

1/10. The station staff go all out to boost falling passenger numbers. Stars Arthur Lowe and Ian Lavender. From December 1971.

Bridget Christie: Mortal

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

3/4. Collection of lockdown recordings pondering questions around birth, death and the afterlife, with some interruptions. From 2021.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Thursday 13:30 - 13:45

...Maxwell. 4/5. Tycoon Robert Maxwell's success is uncontested but the cracks are soon to appear. Read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Thursday 13:45 - 14:00

4/5. The arrival of Christian missionaries causes division between Okonkwo and his son, Nwoye. Stars Michael Ajao and Okezie Morro.

Who Goes There?

Thursday 14:00 - 14:30

2/6. Martin Young chairs the famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Claire Rayner, Roy Hattersley and Fred Housego. From June 1998.

Design for Living

Thursday 14:30 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. Gilda is mad about both Otto and Leo - and they are extremely fond of her - is there a solution? Starring Anna Massey.

Great Lives

Thursday 16:00 - 16:30

Comedian Mark Steel chooses actor, filmmaker and political rebel, Charlie Chaplin. With Matthew Parris. From 2018.

Latch-Key Kids

Thursday 16:30 - 17:00

Actress Jessica Hynes, a 'latch-key kid', explores the effects of children taking care of themselves after school. From 2010.

Unofficial Rosie

Thursday 17:00 - 17:30

4/6. Private eye Rosie Monaghan is investigating a murder. But no-one else thinks there's been one. Stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Thursday 17:30 - 18:00

4/5. Passions run high as the detectives tackle an arson attack on a Leeds lingerie shop. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Coming Alive

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

5/6. Terry is plagued by smugglers with big ideas - and Sandra has a stalker. Stars Karl Howman and Phyllis Logan. From August 2000.

Parsley Sidings

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

1/10. The station staff go all out to boost falling passenger numbers. Stars Arthur Lowe and Ian Lavender. From December 1971.

Bridget Christie: Mortal

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

3/4. Collection of lockdown recordings pondering questions around birth, death and the afterlife, with some interruptions. From 2021.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Thursday 19:30 - 19:45

...Maxwell. 4/5. Tycoon Robert Maxwell's success is uncontested but the cracks are soon to appear. Read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Thursday 19:45 - 20:00

4/5. The arrival of Christian missionaries causes division between Okonkwo and his son, Nwoye. Stars Michael Ajao and Okezie Morro.

Who Goes There?

Thursday 20:00 - 20:30

2/6. Martin Young chairs the famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Claire Rayner, Roy Hattersley and Fred Housego. From June 1998.

Design for Living

Thursday 20:30 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. Gilda is mad about both Otto and Leo - and they are extremely fond of her - is there a solution? Starring Anna Massey.

Unspeakable

Thursday 22:00 - 22:30

Phil Wang and Susie Dent challenge guests to invent new words to help create the new ultimate Unspeakable dictionary. With guests Lucy Beaumont, Stephen Fry and Sunil Patel.

Vent

Thursday 22:30 - 22:55

4/6. Comatose Ben's doctors bring in a psychiatrist, as he recalls his therapy from the past. Stars Neil Pearson. From August 2006. Contains strong language.

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, Stephen Bailey chats to the writer and stand-up comedian, Chelsea Birkby.

Children's Hour With Armstrong...

Thursday 23:00 - 23:30

...and Miller. 4/4. Martin's left in the studio, while Craig's got a dubious new job. Stars Alexander Armstrong and Ben Miller. From December 1998.

Party

Thursday 23:30 - 00:00

2/4. The prospective politicians visit Phoebe and 'The Grundy' in hospital. Stars Tom Basden and Tim Key. From September 2012.

Fri Dec 13
Great Lives

Friday 00:00 - 00:30

Comedian Mark Steel chooses actor, filmmaker and political rebel, Charlie Chaplin. With Matthew Parris. From 2018.

Latch-Key Kids

Friday 00:30 - 01:00

Actress Jessica Hynes, a 'latch-key kid', explores the effects of children taking care of themselves after school. From 2010.

Unofficial Rosie

Friday 01:00 - 01:30

4/6. Private eye Rosie Monaghan is investigating a murder. But no-one else thinks there's been one. Stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Friday 01:30 - 02:00

4/5. Passions run high as the detectives tackle an arson attack on a Leeds lingerie shop. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Coming Alive

Friday 02:00 - 02:30

5/6. Terry is plagued by smugglers with big ideas - and Sandra has a stalker. Stars Karl Howman and Phyllis Logan. From August 2000.

Parsley Sidings

Friday 02:30 - 03:00

1/10. The station staff go all out to boost falling passenger numbers. Stars Arthur Lowe and Ian Lavender. From December 1971.

Bridget Christie: Mortal

Friday 03:00 - 03:30

3/4. Collection of lockdown recordings pondering questions around birth, death and the afterlife, with some interruptions. From 2021.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Friday 03:30 - 03:45

...Maxwell. 4/5. Tycoon Robert Maxwell's success is uncontested but the cracks are soon to appear. Read by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Friday 03:45 - 04:00

4/5. The arrival of Christian missionaries causes division between Okonkwo and his son, Nwoye. Stars Michael Ajao and Okezie Morro.

Who Goes There?

Friday 04:00 - 04:30

2/6. Martin Young chairs the famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Claire Rayner, Roy Hattersley and Fred Housego. From June 1998.

Design for Living

Friday 04:30 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. Gilda is mad about both Otto and Leo - and they are extremely fond of her - is there a solution? Starring Anna Massey.

Unofficial Rosie

Friday 06:00 - 06:30

5/6. Private eye Rosie Monaghan's investigations make progress, but her private life is proving tricky. Stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Friday 06:30 - 07:00

5/5. With a woman missing - the duo are sucked into the virtual world of online role playing. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Up the Garden Path

Friday 07:00 - 07:30

3/8. More tangles in Izzy's love life, when she and Dick head to dinner with Charles. Stars Imelda Staunton. From October 1988.

Doctor in the House

Friday 07:30 - 08:00

7/13. Medic Simon Sparrow is thrown in the deep-end on St Swithins' antenatal ward. Starring Richard Briers. From August 1968.

The Train at Platform 4

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

2/4. A celebrity cat goes missing on the train and Dev's dating plans are thrown into turmoil. Starring Ali Shahalom. From 2022.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Friday 08:30 - 08:45

...Maxwell. 5/5. The disappearance of Robert Maxwell and the enormity of his financial mis-dealings seal his legacy. Concluded by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Friday 08:45 - 09:00

5/5. As British Colonial forces take more control, can Okonkwo persuade clan members to fight for independence? Stars Okezie Morro.

Yesterday in Parliament

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

The latest news from Westminster - and beyond.

A Cause for Caroling

Friday 09:30 - 09:45

Choral conductor and scholar Jeremy Summerly visits Dorchester, where Thomas Hardy captured the caroling tradition. From 2013.

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 Sarah Bradley.

Soul Music

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

1/4. Released in December 1964, Sam Cooke's song has become synonymous with the American civil rights movement. From October 2016.

Thelma & Michael: Love In The...

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

...Cutting Room. 4 Extra Debut. One of cinema's great love stories - when Martin Scorsese introduced director Michael Powell to Thelma Schoonmaker. From 1994.

Unofficial Rosie

Friday 11:00 - 11:30

5/6. Private eye Rosie Monaghan's investigations make progress, but her private life is proving tricky. Stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Friday 11:30 - 12:00

5/5. With a woman missing - the duo are sucked into the virtual world of online role playing. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Up the Garden Path

Friday 12:00 - 12:30

3/8. More tangles in Izzy's love life, when she and Dick head to dinner with Charles. Stars Imelda Staunton. From October 1988.

Doctor in the House

Friday 12:30 - 13:00

7/13. Medic Simon Sparrow is thrown in the deep-end on St Swithins' antenatal ward. Starring Richard Briers. From August 1968.

The Train at Platform 4

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

2/4. A celebrity cat goes missing on the train and Dev's dating plans are thrown into turmoil. Starring Ali Shahalom. From 2022.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Friday 13:30 - 13:45

...Maxwell. 5/5. The disappearance of Robert Maxwell and the enormity of his financial mis-dealings seal his legacy. Concluded by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Friday 13:45 - 14:00

5/5. As British Colonial forces take more control, can Okonkwo persuade clan members to fight for independence? Stars Okezie Morro.

The Unbelievable Truth

Friday 14:00 - 14:30

5/6. David Mitchell gets Pippa Evans, Geoff Norcott, Fern Brady and Simon Evans to lie with some truths. From February 2022.

Brief Encounter

Friday 14:30 - 15:30

4 Extra Debut. Both married to other people, Alec and Laura meet and fall passionately in love. Stars Cheryl Campbell and Ian Holm.

All The Young Dudes

Friday 15:30 - 16:00

6/6. It's the end of the line for Patrick, but Joe and Maria may have some good news to share. Stars Jim Sweeney. From August 2001.

Soul Music

Friday 16:00 - 16:30

1/4. Released in December 1964, Sam Cooke's song has become synonymous with the American civil rights movement. From October 2016.

Thelma & Michael: Love In The...

Friday 16:30 - 17:00

...Cutting Room. 4 Extra Debut. One of cinema's great love stories - when Martin Scorsese introduced director Michael Powell to Thelma Schoonmaker. From 1994.

Unofficial Rosie

Friday 17:00 - 17:30

5/6. Private eye Rosie Monaghan's investigations make progress, but her private life is proving tricky. Stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Friday 17:30 - 18:00

5/5. With a woman missing - the duo are sucked into the virtual world of online role playing. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Up the Garden Path

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

3/8. More tangles in Izzy's love life, when she and Dick head to dinner with Charles. Stars Imelda Staunton. From October 1988.

Doctor in the House

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

7/13. Medic Simon Sparrow is thrown in the deep-end on St Swithins' antenatal ward. Starring Richard Briers. From August 1968.

The Train at Platform 4

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

2/4. A celebrity cat goes missing on the train and Dev's dating plans are thrown into turmoil. Starring Ali Shahalom. From 2022.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Friday 19:30 - 19:45

...Maxwell. 5/5. The disappearance of Robert Maxwell and the enormity of his financial mis-dealings seal his legacy. Concluded by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Friday 19:45 - 20:00

5/5. As British Colonial forces take more control, can Okonkwo persuade clan members to fight for independence? Stars Okezie Morro.

The Unbelievable Truth

Friday 20:00 - 20:30

5/6. David Mitchell gets Pippa Evans, Geoff Norcott, Fern Brady and Simon Evans to lie with some truths. From February 2022.

Brief Encounter

Friday 20:30 - 21:30

4 Extra Debut. Both married to other people, Alec and Laura meet and fall passionately in love. Stars Cheryl Campbell and Ian Holm.

All The Young Dudes

Friday 21:30 - 22:00

6/6. It's the end of the line for Patrick, but Joe and Maria may have some good news to share. Stars Jim Sweeney. From August 2001.

Wing It

Friday 22:00 - 22:30

1/4. Alasdair Beckett-King plays host to a panel of improv comedy all stars in this new spontaneous series, full of ridiculous challenges & completely made up games.

Mark Steel's In Town

Friday 22:30 - 23:00

1/6. Mick Jagger, gypsy tart and revolting peasants. Mark Steel is in Kent to see what makes Dartford distinctive. From April 2010.

Clayton Grange

Friday 23:00 - 23:30

2/4. Brilliantly stupid scientists try to solve the global fuel crisis. With Anthony Head, Neil Warhurst and Paul Barnhill. From 2012.

Sean Lock - 15 Storeys High

Friday 23:30 - 00:00

2/5. Flat dweller Sean's bad-tempered and reckless past comes back in the shape of a dead swan. With Peter Serafinowicz. From 1999.

Sat Dec 14
Soul Music

Saturday 00:00 - 00:30

1/4. Released in December 1964, Sam Cooke's song has become synonymous with the American civil rights movement. From October 2016.

Thelma & Michael: Love In The...

Saturday 00:30 - 01:00

...Cutting Room. 4 Extra Debut. One of cinema's great love stories - when Martin Scorsese introduced director Michael Powell to Thelma Schoonmaker. From 1994.

Unofficial Rosie

Saturday 01:00 - 01:30

5/6. Private eye Rosie Monaghan's investigations make progress, but her private life is proving tricky. Stars Paula Wilcox.

Trueman and Riley

Saturday 01:30 - 02:00

5/5. With a woman missing - the duo are sucked into the virtual world of online role playing. Stars Robert Daws and Duncan Preston.

Up the Garden Path

Saturday 02:00 - 02:30

3/8. More tangles in Izzy's love life, when she and Dick head to dinner with Charles. Stars Imelda Staunton. From October 1988.

Doctor in the House

Saturday 02:30 - 03:00

7/13. Medic Simon Sparrow is thrown in the deep-end on St Swithins' antenatal ward. Starring Richard Briers. From August 1968.

The Train at Platform 4

Saturday 03:00 - 03:30

2/4. A celebrity cat goes missing on the train and Dev's dating plans are thrown into turmoil. Starring Ali Shahalom. From 2022.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Saturday 03:30 - 03:45

...Maxwell. 5/5. The disappearance of Robert Maxwell and the enormity of his financial mis-dealings seal his legacy. Concluded by Henry Goodman.

Things Fall Apart

Saturday 03:45 - 04:00

5/5. As British Colonial forces take more control, can Okonkwo persuade clan members to fight for independence? Stars Okezie Morro.

The Unbelievable Truth

Saturday 04:00 - 04:30

5/6. David Mitchell gets Pippa Evans, Geoff Norcott, Fern Brady and Simon Evans to lie with some truths. From February 2022.

Brief Encounter

Saturday 04:30 - 05:30

4 Extra Debut. Both married to other people, Alec and Laura meet and fall passionately in love. Stars Cheryl Campbell and Ian Holm.

All The Young Dudes

Saturday 05:30 - 06:00

6/6. It's the end of the line for Patrick, but Joe and Maria may have some good news to share. Stars Jim Sweeney. From August 2001.

Trent's Last Case

Saturday 06:00 - 07:30

Renowned capitalist Sigsbee Manderson is a hated figure. When he's murdered, Philp Trent investigates. Stars Martin Jarvis.

The Call of the Wild (Omnibus)

Saturday 07:30 - 08:45

The adventures of a sled dog during the Klondike Gold Rush. Sublime adventure story read by Kerry Shale.

Inner Voices

Saturday 08:45 - 09:00

2/4. An irascible pensioner in a home wonders why his family don't seem to visit much. Starring Curtis Walker.

Mr Willow's Wife

Saturday 09:00 - 09:30

2/6. Felicity decides it's time that she and husband Paul do more together. Stars Moira Lister and Terence Alexander. From 1971.

J. Kingston Platt's Showbiz...

Saturday 09:30 - 10:00

...Handbook. 3/10. The veteran of many parts recounts a disastrous TV adaptation with an American backer. Stars Peter Jones. From June 1986.

Soul Music Mixtapes

Saturday 10:00 - 11:00

2/3. Cerys Matthews picks more favourites from the 25 series of BBC Radio 4's Soul Music - the show about the music that moves us.

Trent's Last Case

Saturday 11:00 - 12:30

Renowned capitalist Sigsbee Manderson is a hated figure. When he's murdered, Philp Trent investigates. Stars Martin Jarvis.

The Call of the Wild (Omnibus)

Saturday 12:30 - 13:45

The adventures of a sled dog during the Klondike Gold Rush. Sublime adventure story read by Kerry Shale.

Inner Voices

Saturday 13:45 - 14:00

2/4. An irascible pensioner in a home wonders why his family don't seem to visit much. Starring Curtis Walker.

Mr Willow's Wife

Saturday 14:00 - 14:30

2/6. Felicity decides it's time that she and husband Paul do more together. Stars Moira Lister and Terence Alexander. From 1971.

J. Kingston Platt's Showbiz...

Saturday 14:30 - 15:00

...Handbook. 3/10. The veteran of many parts recounts a disastrous TV adaptation with an American backer. Stars Peter Jones. From June 1986.

Soul Music Mixtapes

Saturday 15:00 - 16:00

2/3. Cerys Matthews picks more favourites from the 25 series of BBC Radio 4's Soul Music - the show about the music that moves us.

Vampirella

Saturday 16:00 - 17:00

Could finding true love free Count Dracula's daughter from her "dreadful wheel of destiny"? Gothic tale starring Anna Massey.

Trent's Last Case

Saturday 17:00 - 18:30

Renowned capitalist Sigsbee Manderson is a hated figure. When he's murdered, Philp Trent investigates. Stars Martin Jarvis.

The Call of the Wild (Omnibus)

Saturday 18:30 - 19:45

The adventures of a sled dog during the Klondike Gold Rush. Sublime adventure story read by Kerry Shale.

Inner Voices

Saturday 19:45 - 20:00

2/4. An irascible pensioner in a home wonders why his family don't seem to visit much. Starring Curtis Walker.

Mr Willow's Wife

Saturday 20:00 - 20:30

2/6. Felicity decides it's time that she and husband Paul do more together. Stars Moira Lister and Terence Alexander. From 1971.

J. Kingston Platt's Showbiz...

Saturday 20:30 - 21:00

...Handbook. 3/10. The veteran of many parts recounts a disastrous TV adaptation with an American backer. Stars Peter Jones. From June 1986.

Soul Music Mixtapes

Saturday 21:00 - 22:00

2/3. Cerys Matthews picks more favourites from the 25 series of BBC Radio 4's Soul Music - the show about the music that moves us.

Tez Talks

Saturday 22:00 - 22:15

3/4. Comedian Tez Ilyas presents a stand-up show about life as a British Muslim: assumptions about Muslims. From 2018.

The East Coast Listening Post

Saturday 22:15 - 22:30

3/4. Dana and Eric visit a male therapy group in the north east of England. With Celeste Dring and Freya Parker. From 2018.

Mitch Benn's Crimes Against Music

Saturday 22:30 - 23:00

4/6. Mitch shares his musical experiences and wonders whether Cyberman costumes are tax deductible? With Robin Ince. From 2005.

Lemn Sissay's Origin Stories

Saturday 23:00 - 23:30

2/4. Poet Lemn Sissay's comic and poetic look at the treatment of children raised in care, based on his own experiences. From 2016.

Henry Normal: A Normal Imagination

Saturday 23:30 - 00:00

Writer and producer Henry Normal takes a poetic look at imagination and the reasons why humans create. From August 2018.

Sun Dec 15
Vampirella

Sunday 00:00 - 01:00

Could finding true love free Count Dracula's daughter from her "dreadful wheel of destiny"? Gothic tale starring Anna Massey.

Trent's Last Case

Sunday 01:00 - 02:30

Renowned capitalist Sigsbee Manderson is a hated figure. When he's murdered, Philp Trent investigates. Stars Martin Jarvis.

The Call of the Wild (Omnibus)

Sunday 02:30 - 03:45

The adventures of a sled dog during the Klondike Gold Rush. Sublime adventure story read by Kerry Shale.

Inner Voices

Sunday 03:45 - 04:00

2/4. An irascible pensioner in a home wonders why his family don't seem to visit much. Starring Curtis Walker.

Mr Willow's Wife

Sunday 04:00 - 04:30

2/6. Felicity decides it's time that she and husband Paul do more together. Stars Moira Lister and Terence Alexander. From 1971.

J. Kingston Platt's Showbiz...

Sunday 04:30 - 05:00

...Handbook. 3/10. The veteran of many parts recounts a disastrous TV adaptation with an American backer. Stars Peter Jones. From June 1986.

Soul Music Mixtapes

Sunday 05:00 - 06:00

2/3. Cerys Matthews picks more favourites from the 25 series of BBC Radio 4's Soul Music - the show about the music that moves us.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 06:00 - 06:45

From Maria Callas to The Pogues. Writer Edna O'Brien shares her second castaway selection with Kirsty Young. From 2007.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 06:45 - 07:00

The Kiwi is New Zealand's last remaining flightless bird. Sir David explains exactly why it's so peculiar. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Shuntaro Tanikawa...

Sunday 07:00 - 07:30

...- A Poet's Japan. Daljit Nagra chooses Shuntaro Tanikawa - A Poet's Japan - and a rare encounter with Japan's greatest poet. From 2020.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Sunday 07:30 - 08:40

...Maxwell (Omnibus). The life story of the business tycoon and newspaper owner from birth to his mysterious death at sea. Read by Henry Goodman.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 08:40 - 08:50

Crime-writer Ian Rankin chooses 'Seven Drunken Nights' by The Dubliners and 'Another Man's Rain' by Jackie Leven.

Things Fall Apart (Omnibus)

Sunday 08:50 - 10:00

A tale of pre-colonial 1890's Igbo village life, and the rise and fall of clan leader Okonkwo. Starring Okezie Morro.

Beyond Our Ken

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

Kenneth Horne presents The Bobby Beamish Story, and Hornerama looks at advertising. With Kenneth Williams. From October 1958.

The Enchanting World of Hinge...

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

...and Bracket. 12/13. The dear ladies prepare a night of village juggling and violin playing. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1978.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 11:00 - 11:45

From Maria Callas to The Pogues. Writer Edna O'Brien shares her second castaway selection with Kirsty Young. From 2007.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 11:45 - 12:00

The Kiwi is New Zealand's last remaining flightless bird. Sir David explains exactly why it's so peculiar. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Shuntaro Tanikawa...

Sunday 12:00 - 12:30

...- A Poet's Japan. Daljit Nagra chooses Shuntaro Tanikawa - A Poet's Japan - and a rare encounter with Japan's greatest poet. From 2020.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Sunday 12:30 - 13:40

...Maxwell (Omnibus). The life story of the business tycoon and newspaper owner from birth to his mysterious death at sea. Read by Henry Goodman.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 13:40 - 13:50

Crime-writer Ian Rankin chooses 'Seven Drunken Nights' by The Dubliners and 'Another Man's Rain' by Jackie Leven.

Things Fall Apart (Omnibus)

Sunday 13:50 - 15:00

A tale of pre-colonial 1890's Igbo village life, and the rise and fall of clan leader Okonkwo. Starring Okezie Morro.

Beyond Our Ken

Sunday 15:00 - 15:30

Kenneth Horne presents The Bobby Beamish Story, and Hornerama looks at advertising. With Kenneth Williams. From October 1958.

The Enchanting World of Hinge...

Sunday 15:30 - 16:00

...and Bracket. 12/13. The dear ladies prepare a night of village juggling and violin playing. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1978.

The Man in Black

Sunday 16:00 - 16:30

5/5. Mark Gatiss introduces Nick Warburton's chilling tale of a couple's late-night meeting on a dark city street. Stars Toby Jones.

Lullaby

Sunday 16:30 - 17:00

Kate and Patrick face terror from the sinister past of their newly renovated house. Stars Tara Flynn and Hugh Lee.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 17:00 - 17:45

From Maria Callas to The Pogues. Writer Edna O'Brien shares her second castaway selection with Kirsty Young. From 2007.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 17:45 - 18:00

The Kiwi is New Zealand's last remaining flightless bird. Sir David explains exactly why it's so peculiar. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Shuntaro Tanikawa...

Sunday 18:00 - 18:30

...- A Poet's Japan. Daljit Nagra chooses Shuntaro Tanikawa - A Poet's Japan - and a rare encounter with Japan's greatest poet. From 2020.

Fall: The Mystery of Robert...

Sunday 18:30 - 19:40

...Maxwell (Omnibus). The life story of the business tycoon and newspaper owner from birth to his mysterious death at sea. Read by Henry Goodman.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 19:40 - 19:50

Crime-writer Ian Rankin chooses 'Seven Drunken Nights' by The Dubliners and 'Another Man's Rain' by Jackie Leven.

Things Fall Apart (Omnibus)

Sunday 19:50 - 21:00

A tale of pre-colonial 1890's Igbo village life, and the rise and fall of clan leader Okonkwo. Starring Okezie Morro.

Beyond Our Ken

Sunday 21:00 - 21:30

Kenneth Horne presents The Bobby Beamish Story, and Hornerama looks at advertising. With Kenneth Williams. From October 1958.

The Enchanting World of Hinge...

Sunday 21:30 - 22:00

...and Bracket. 12/13. The dear ladies prepare a night of village juggling and violin playing. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1978.

Revolting People

Sunday 22:00 - 22:30

4/6. Brimshaw, McGurk and the Oliphants attempt to flee to England. 1775 America sitcom. Stars Andy Hamilton. From May 2006.

Jayde Adams: From ASDA to Diva

Sunday 22:30 - 22:55

Jayde Adams explains how she went from working at ASDA to becoming a fully fledged diva. With show-stopping music by Olivier Award winner Richard Thomas.

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 Paul Garner chats to stand-up comedian Red Richardson.

Life With Lederer

Sunday 23:00 - 23:15

5/5. Helen Lederer reveals her methods for coping with life and getting herself a job. With Victoria Finney. From August 1991.

Friends Like These

Sunday 23:15 - 23:30

"I'm the best at pretending" - a reclusive Hollywood star tells all. Stars Adam Buxton and Joe Cornish. From April 2006.

Delve Special

Sunday 23:30 - 00:00

4/4. Reporter David Lander interviews the notorious spy at his luxury home in Bulgaria. Stars Stephen Fry. From September 1985.