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Sun Nov 23
Teller of the Unexpected: The Life of Roald Dahl by Matthew Dennison (Omnibus)

Today 02:30 - 03:45

Biography of the multi-million selling author. Brought up by his mother, Roald's school years are unhappy. Read by Owen Teale.

Ernest Fontwell Versus The Experts

Today 03:45 - 04:00

5/5. Frank Thornton ponders on how to beat the medical experts at their own game. With Patsy Rowlands. From 1979.

The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket

Today 04:00 - 04:30

10/13. Can the dear ladies help Teddy Tranter launch his hew stage career? Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1979.

Beyond Our Ken

Today 04:30 - 05:00

9/14. Kenneth Horne entertains the Poetry Circle - and 'Hornerama' probes city money-makers. With Kenneth Williams. From June 1960.

The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh

Today 05:00 - 06:00

2/3. Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville continue their look back to the alternative comedy of the 1980s.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Today 06:00 - 06:45

From Holst to Joe Loss. Pioneering sci-fi author Brian Aldiss shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From January 2007.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Today 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: The Poetry Detective

Today 07:00 - 07:30

Daljit Nagra chooses The Poetry Detective with Richard Scott discussing the impact of Rainer Maria Rilke. Presented by Vanessa Kisuule.

Sixty Degrees North (Omnibus)

Today 07:30 - 08:40

Malachy Tallack travels from Shetland around the sixtieth parallel, crossing Canada to Russia. Reader Sandy Grierson.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 08:40 - 08:50

Joanna Page - the star of BBC TV's Gavin and Stacey - inherits 'Northern Sky' by Nick Drake and passes on 'Chic Mystique' by Chic.

The Observations (Omnibus)

Today 08:50 - 10:00

2/2. 1863. Bessy persuades her mistress that a maid's ghost is haunting Castle Haivers - but her plan backfires. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Ray's a Laugh

Today 10:00 - 10:30

4 Extra Debut. Ted's getting very jealous. Can he see off a rival for Kitty's affection? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From September 1960.

Take It From Here

Today 10:30 - 11:00

Hang the expense - the gang are in Bristol and make a bit of a splash. Starring Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From 1955.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Today 11:00 - 11:45

From Holst to Joe Loss. Pioneering sci-fi author Brian Aldiss shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From January 2007.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Today 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: The Poetry Detective

Today 12:00 - 12:30

Daljit Nagra chooses The Poetry Detective with Richard Scott discussing the impact of Rainer Maria Rilke. Presented by Vanessa Kisuule.

Sixty Degrees North (Omnibus)

Today 12:30 - 13:40

Malachy Tallack travels from Shetland around the sixtieth parallel, crossing Canada to Russia. Reader Sandy Grierson.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 13:40 - 13:50

Joanna Page - the star of BBC TV's Gavin and Stacey - inherits 'Northern Sky' by Nick Drake and passes on 'Chic Mystique' by Chic.

The Observations (Omnibus)

Today 13:50 - 15:00

2/2. 1863. Bessy persuades her mistress that a maid's ghost is haunting Castle Haivers - but her plan backfires. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Ray's a Laugh

Today 15:00 - 15:30

4 Extra Debut. Ted's getting very jealous. Can he see off a rival for Kitty's affection? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From September 1960.

Take It From Here

Today 15:30 - 16:00

Hang the expense - the gang are in Bristol and make a bit of a splash. Starring Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From 1955.

625Y

Today 16:00 - 16:30

1/2. A scientist makes a startling discovery, but then the news starts to spread... Stars Amanda Root and Geoffrey Whitehead.

Rules of Asylum

Today 16:30 - 17:00

1/3. James Follett's first radio drama explores dissention and danger in a repressive state. Stars Cyril Shaps and Caroline John.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Today 17:00 - 17:45

From Holst to Joe Loss. Pioneering sci-fi author Brian Aldiss shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From January 2007.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Today 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: The Poetry Detective

Today 18:00 - 18:30

Daljit Nagra chooses The Poetry Detective with Richard Scott discussing the impact of Rainer Maria Rilke. Presented by Vanessa Kisuule.

Sixty Degrees North (Omnibus)

Today 18:30 - 19:40

Malachy Tallack travels from Shetland around the sixtieth parallel, crossing Canada to Russia. Reader Sandy Grierson.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 19:40 - 19:50

Joanna Page - the star of BBC TV's Gavin and Stacey - inherits 'Northern Sky' by Nick Drake and passes on 'Chic Mystique' by Chic.

The Observations (Omnibus)

Today 19:50 - 21:00

2/2. 1863. Bessy persuades her mistress that a maid's ghost is haunting Castle Haivers - but her plan backfires. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Ray's a Laugh

Today 21:00 - 21:30

4 Extra Debut. Ted's getting very jealous. Can he see off a rival for Kitty's affection? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From September 1960.

Take It From Here

Today 21:30 - 22:00

Hang the expense - the gang are in Bristol and make a bit of a splash. Starring Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From 1955.

Clare in the Community

Today 22:00 - 22:30

2/6. Romantic Brian is plotting to surprise the social worker on holiday. Stars Sally Phillips and Gemma Craven. From November 2005.

The Nick Revell Show

Today 22:30 - 23:00

2/6. The struggling writer paints his flat to impress Caroline, but his geraniums hate it. With Doon MacKichan. From February 1992.

In and Out of the Kitchen

Today 23:00 - 23:30

2/4. Cookery writer Damien Trench reluctantly ends up writing for a supermarket. Stars Miles Jupp and Justin Edwards. From 2011.

World of Pub

Today 23:30 - 00:00

4/4. Dodgy Phil lays on an unusual awards ceremony to improve Barry and Garry's fortunes. Stars John Thomson. From January 1999.

Mon Nov 24
625Y

Tomorrow 00:00 - 00:30

1/2. A scientist makes a startling discovery, but then the news starts to spread... Stars Amanda Root and Geoffrey Whitehead.

Rules of Asylum

Tomorrow 00:30 - 01:00

1/3. James Follett's first radio drama explores dissention and danger in a repressive state. Stars Cyril Shaps and Caroline John.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Tomorrow 01:00 - 01:45

From Holst to Joe Loss. Pioneering sci-fi author Brian Aldiss shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From January 2007.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Tomorrow 01:45 - 02:00

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

Poetry Extra: The Poetry Detective

Tomorrow 02:00 - 02:30

Daljit Nagra chooses The Poetry Detective with Richard Scott discussing the impact of Rainer Maria Rilke. Presented by Vanessa Kisuule.

Sixty Degrees North (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 02:30 - 03:40

Malachy Tallack travels from Shetland around the sixtieth parallel, crossing Canada to Russia. Reader Sandy Grierson.

Inheritance Tracks

Tomorrow 03:40 - 03:50

Joanna Page - the star of BBC TV's Gavin and Stacey - inherits 'Northern Sky' by Nick Drake and passes on 'Chic Mystique' by Chic.

The Observations (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 03:50 - 05:00

2/2. 1863. Bessy persuades her mistress that a maid's ghost is haunting Castle Haivers - but her plan backfires. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Ray's a Laugh

Tomorrow 05:00 - 05:30

4 Extra Debut. Ted's getting very jealous. Can he see off a rival for Kitty's affection? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From September 1960.

Take It From Here

Tomorrow 05:30 - 06:00

Hang the expense - the gang are in Bristol and make a bit of a splash. Starring Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From 1955.

The Flying Doctor

Tomorrow 06:00 - 06:30

4 Extra Debut. With an opal miner in trouble, Australia's Flying Doctor Service is on the way. Stars James McKechnie and Bill Kerr. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Tomorrow 06:30 - 07:00

1/6. The kindly detective probes dark deeds in the world of small-time animal charities. Colin Watson mystery starring John Rowe.

Visiting Julia

Tomorrow 07:00 - 07:30

1/6. Roger is a children's writer. His wife, Julia, is in hospital. Life is rather complicated. Starring Keith Barron. From 1998.

Dad's Army

Tomorrow 07:30 - 08:00

8/20. The platoon faces an inquiry after firing at a German plane. Adapted from BBC TV. With Arthur Lowe and Clive Dunn. From 1974.

Rumblings from the Rafters

Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30

1/3. The funny side of attic life for a death watch beetle and bossy queen wasp. Stars Alison Steadman and Bill Paterson. From 2016.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Tomorrow 08:30 - 08:45

1/5. Young Ernie Wise and Eric Morecambe's first meeting in Jack Hylton's variety show in Swansea. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Tomorrow 08:45 - 09:00

1/5. Henry Gaunt has died leaving a sizeable estate but no will. Sibling duo Dan and Rachel investigate. Stars William Ash.

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

2/6. Marcus and Rachel tackle Southampton's potholes, Miles comes up with phrases equally at home in a traffic jam or the bedroom, and Adrian delivers a powerful rendition of Chandelier.

Travels With Bob

Tomorrow 09:30 - 09:45

1/5. Paddy and Bob are on the Holy Island of Lindisfarne which is cut off from the mainland twice a day due to the tides. From 2016.

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 Heavilyn Ohene-Akrasi.

I Was...

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

4 Extra Debut. Andrew McGibbon talks to James Dunnett, an assistant to architect Erno Goldfinger, who designed the brutalist Trellick Tower. From 2017.

Tick Box Art

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

4 Extra Debut. Rosemary Laryea assesses the question of quality in art, taste, judgement and money with artists, audiences and philosophers. From 2017.

The Flying Doctor

Tomorrow 11:00 - 11:30

4 Extra Debut. With an opal miner in trouble, Australia's Flying Doctor Service is on the way. Stars James McKechnie and Bill Kerr. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Tomorrow 11:30 - 12:00

1/6. The kindly detective probes dark deeds in the world of small-time animal charities. Colin Watson mystery starring John Rowe.

Visiting Julia

Tomorrow 12:00 - 12:30

1/6. Roger is a children's writer. His wife, Julia, is in hospital. Life is rather complicated. Starring Keith Barron. From 1998.

Dad's Army

Tomorrow 12:30 - 13:00

8/20. The platoon faces an inquiry after firing at a German plane. Adapted from BBC TV. With Arthur Lowe and Clive Dunn. From 1974.

Rumblings from the Rafters

Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30

1/3. The funny side of attic life for a death watch beetle and bossy queen wasp. Stars Alison Steadman and Bill Paterson. From 2016.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Tomorrow 13:30 - 13:45

1/5. Young Ernie Wise and Eric Morecambe's first meeting in Jack Hylton's variety show in Swansea. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Tomorrow 13:45 - 14:00

1/5. Henry Gaunt has died leaving a sizeable estate but no will. Sibling duo Dan and Rachel investigate. Stars William Ash.

Just A Minute

Tomorrow 14:00 - 14:30

3/8. Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Ross Noble, Tony Hawks and Liza Tarbuck. From 2011.

Rudy's Rare Records

Tomorrow 14:30 - 15:00

3/6. Adam hopes to bond with his dad Rudy, while they till the earth on an allotment. Stars Lenny Henry. From October 2012.

The Grass is Singing

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00

1/2. A murder without a motive? The impact of racial politics in 1940s Rhodesia. Stars Alison Pettit and Tracy-Ann Oberman. Contains language which some may find offensive.

I Was...

Tomorrow 16:00 - 16:30

4 Extra Debut. Andrew McGibbon talks to James Dunnett, an assistant to architect Erno Goldfinger, who designed the brutalist Trellick Tower. From 2017.

Tick Box Art

Tomorrow 16:30 - 17:00

4 Extra Debut. Rosemary Laryea assesses the question of quality in art, taste, judgement and money with artists, audiences and philosophers. From 2017.

The Flying Doctor

Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:30

4 Extra Debut. With an opal miner in trouble, Australia's Flying Doctor Service is on the way. Stars James McKechnie and Bill Kerr. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Tomorrow 17:30 - 18:00

1/6. The kindly detective probes dark deeds in the world of small-time animal charities. Colin Watson mystery starring John Rowe.

Visiting Julia

Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30

1/6. Roger is a children's writer. His wife, Julia, is in hospital. Life is rather complicated. Starring Keith Barron. From 1998.

Dad's Army

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00

8/20. The platoon faces an inquiry after firing at a German plane. Adapted from BBC TV. With Arthur Lowe and Clive Dunn. From 1974.

Rumblings from the Rafters

Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30

1/3. The funny side of attic life for a death watch beetle and bossy queen wasp. Stars Alison Steadman and Bill Paterson. From 2016.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Tomorrow 19:30 - 19:45

1/5. Young Ernie Wise and Eric Morecambe's first meeting in Jack Hylton's variety show in Swansea. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Tomorrow 19:45 - 20:00

1/5. Henry Gaunt has died leaving a sizeable estate but no will. Sibling duo Dan and Rachel investigate. Stars William Ash.

Just A Minute

Tomorrow 20:00 - 20:30

3/8. Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Ross Noble, Tony Hawks and Liza Tarbuck. From 2011.

Rudy's Rare Records

Tomorrow 20:30 - 21:00

3/6. Adam hopes to bond with his dad Rudy, while they till the earth on an allotment. Stars Lenny Henry. From October 2012.

The Grass is Singing

Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00

1/2. A murder without a motive? The impact of racial politics in 1940s Rhodesia. Stars Alison Pettit and Tracy-Ann Oberman. Contains language which some may find offensive.

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Tomorrow 22:00 - 22:30

2/6. Marcus and Rachel tackle Southampton's potholes, Miles comes up with phrases equally at home in a traffic jam or the bedroom, and Adrian delivers a powerful rendition of Chandelier.

Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar

Tomorrow 22:30 - 23:00

4/4. Alexei explores repetition, discusses his time as an author on the arts centre circuit and debuts a new slam poem. From 2022.

The Naked Week

Tomorrow 23:00 - 23:30

4/6. From host Andrew Hunter Murray and The Skewer's Jon Holmes, comes The Naked Week which this week tackles immigration, espionage and a game of Guess Who? - Epstein Edition.

Old Harry's Game

Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:00

5/6. Satan is convinced he knows who killed Edith - and Hell is suddenly overcrowded. Stars Andy Hamilton. From October 2007.

Tue Nov 25
I Was...

Tuesday 00:00 - 00:30

4 Extra Debut. Andrew McGibbon talks to James Dunnett, an assistant to architect Erno Goldfinger, who designed the brutalist Trellick Tower. From 2017.

Tick Box Art

Tuesday 00:30 - 01:00

4 Extra Debut. Rosemary Laryea assesses the question of quality in art, taste, judgement and money with artists, audiences and philosophers. From 2017.

The Flying Doctor

Tuesday 01:00 - 01:30

4 Extra Debut. With an opal miner in trouble, Australia's Flying Doctor Service is on the way. Stars James McKechnie and Bill Kerr. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Tuesday 01:30 - 02:00

1/6. The kindly detective probes dark deeds in the world of small-time animal charities. Colin Watson mystery starring John Rowe.

Visiting Julia

Tuesday 02:00 - 02:30

1/6. Roger is a children's writer. His wife, Julia, is in hospital. Life is rather complicated. Starring Keith Barron. From 1998.

Dad's Army

Tuesday 02:30 - 03:00

8/20. The platoon faces an inquiry after firing at a German plane. Adapted from BBC TV. With Arthur Lowe and Clive Dunn. From 1974.

Rumblings from the Rafters

Tuesday 03:00 - 03:30

1/3. The funny side of attic life for a death watch beetle and bossy queen wasp. Stars Alison Steadman and Bill Paterson. From 2016.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Tuesday 03:30 - 03:45

1/5. Young Ernie Wise and Eric Morecambe's first meeting in Jack Hylton's variety show in Swansea. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Tuesday 03:45 - 04:00

1/5. Henry Gaunt has died leaving a sizeable estate but no will. Sibling duo Dan and Rachel investigate. Stars William Ash.

Just A Minute

Tuesday 04:00 - 04:30

3/8. Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Ross Noble, Tony Hawks and Liza Tarbuck. From 2011.

Rudy's Rare Records

Tuesday 04:30 - 05:00

3/6. Adam hopes to bond with his dad Rudy, while they till the earth on an allotment. Stars Lenny Henry. From October 2012.

The Grass is Singing

Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00

1/2. A murder without a motive? The impact of racial politics in 1940s Rhodesia. Stars Alison Pettit and Tracy-Ann Oberman. Contains language which some may find offensive.

The Flying Doctor

Tuesday 06:00 - 06:30

4 Extra Debut. A father calls Australia's Flying Doctor Service when his son gets injured. Stars James McKechnie and Bill Kerr. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Tuesday 06:30 - 07:00

2/6. As the sabotage and murder trail continues, Mortimer Hive is invited to make a speech. Starring John Rowe and Geoffrey Banks.

King of Bath

Tuesday 07:00 - 07:30

5/6. Can a fine, upright moral guardian like Dr Collins ever be compromised? Beau Nash tries. Stars David Bamber. From March 1999.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 07:30 - 08:00

2/17. The British hatch a cunning plan to confuse the Germans. But who (or what) is Eccles? Stars Peter Sellers. From November 1958.

ReincarNathan

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

1/4. Nathan Blakely was a popstar, but he died and was reincarnated as a snail. Stars Daniel Rigby and Diane Morgan. From 2019.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Tuesday 08:30 - 08:45

2/5. Eric and Ernie are back in post-war London with an agent, leading to their first radio show. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Tuesday 08:45 - 09:00

2/5. Henry's father George had a cousin called Eric. If Eric is still alive he might be the rightful heir. Stars Claire Keelan.

One Person Found This Helpful

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

1/7. Frank Skinner hosts the show based on what we all do at least once a day - shop online and leave a review. An all-star panel celebrate the good, the bad and the baffling.

Travels With Bob

Tuesday 09:30 - 09:45

2/5. Paddy O'Connell and his dog, Bob, are in Neath, South Wales, in search of the story of composer Harry Parr Davies. From 2016.

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 Reverend Kirsty Thorpe.

A Good Read

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

4 Extra Debut. Nick Hornby, Carlo Rovelli and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by Viv Albertine, Fyodor Dostoyevsky and Tobias Wolf. From 2020.

The Manchester Writers

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

John Harris investigates how writers in 1930s Manchester continue to shape perceptions of the north of England. From 2010.

The Flying Doctor

Tuesday 11:00 - 11:30

4 Extra Debut. A father calls Australia's Flying Doctor Service when his son gets injured. Stars James McKechnie and Bill Kerr. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Tuesday 11:30 - 12:00

2/6. As the sabotage and murder trail continues, Mortimer Hive is invited to make a speech. Starring John Rowe and Geoffrey Banks.

King of Bath

Tuesday 12:00 - 12:30

5/6. Can a fine, upright moral guardian like Dr Collins ever be compromised? Beau Nash tries. Stars David Bamber. From March 1999.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 12:30 - 13:00

2/17. The British hatch a cunning plan to confuse the Germans. But who (or what) is Eccles? Stars Peter Sellers. From November 1958.

ReincarNathan

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

1/4. Nathan Blakely was a popstar, but he died and was reincarnated as a snail. Stars Daniel Rigby and Diane Morgan. From 2019.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Tuesday 13:30 - 13:45

2/5. Eric and Ernie are back in post-war London with an agent, leading to their first radio show. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Tuesday 13:45 - 14:00

2/5. Henry's father George had a cousin called Eric. If Eric is still alive he might be the rightful heir. Stars Claire Keelan.

The Unbelievable Truth

Tuesday 14:00 - 14:30

5/6. David Mitchell gets Lou Sanders, Phil Wang, Neil Delamere and Kerry Godliman to lie with some truths. From 2023.

Bleak Expectations

Tuesday 14:30 - 15:00

3/6. Poorly Pip faces rural poverty and a mystery nurse. Mark Evans's Dickensian spoof stars Anthony Head. From August 2008.

The Grass is Singing

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

2/2. Mary's troubled relationship with houseboy Moses comes to a violent end. Stars Alison Petit and Tracy-Ann Oberman. Contains language which some may find offensive.

A Good Read

Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30

4 Extra Debut. Nick Hornby, Carlo Rovelli and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by Viv Albertine, Fyodor Dostoyevsky and Tobias Wolf. From 2020.

The Manchester Writers

Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00

John Harris investigates how writers in 1930s Manchester continue to shape perceptions of the north of England. From 2010.

The Flying Doctor

Tuesday 17:00 - 17:30

4 Extra Debut. A father calls Australia's Flying Doctor Service when his son gets injured. Stars James McKechnie and Bill Kerr. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Tuesday 17:30 - 18:00

2/6. As the sabotage and murder trail continues, Mortimer Hive is invited to make a speech. Starring John Rowe and Geoffrey Banks.

King of Bath

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

5/6. Can a fine, upright moral guardian like Dr Collins ever be compromised? Beau Nash tries. Stars David Bamber. From March 1999.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

2/17. The British hatch a cunning plan to confuse the Germans. But who (or what) is Eccles? Stars Peter Sellers. From November 1958.

ReincarNathan

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

1/4. Nathan Blakely was a popstar, but he died and was reincarnated as a snail. Stars Daniel Rigby and Diane Morgan. From 2019.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Tuesday 19:30 - 19:45

2/5. Eric and Ernie are back in post-war London with an agent, leading to their first radio show. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Tuesday 19:45 - 20:00

2/5. Henry's father George had a cousin called Eric. If Eric is still alive he might be the rightful heir. Stars Claire Keelan.

The Unbelievable Truth

Tuesday 20:00 - 20:30

5/6. David Mitchell gets Lou Sanders, Phil Wang, Neil Delamere and Kerry Godliman to lie with some truths. From 2023.

Bleak Expectations

Tuesday 20:30 - 21:00

3/6. Poorly Pip faces rural poverty and a mystery nurse. Mark Evans's Dickensian spoof stars Anthony Head. From August 2008.

The Grass is Singing

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00

2/2. Mary's troubled relationship with houseboy Moses comes to a violent end. Stars Alison Petit and Tracy-Ann Oberman. Contains language which some may find offensive.

One Person Found This Helpful

Tuesday 22:00 - 22:30

1/7. Frank Skinner hosts the show based on what we all do at least once a day - shop online and leave a review. An all-star panel celebrate the good, the bad and the baffling.

Goodness Gracious Me

Tuesday 22:30 - 23:00

2/4. Indian students on a gap year enjoy bustling England's smells, and that's just at Heathrow Airport. Stars Meera Syal. From July 1996. Contains language which some may find offensive.

Bridget Christie Minds the Gap

Tuesday 23:00 - 23:30

1/4. Bridget Christie on the world's best sexism, a yoghurt ad and laughing at salads. With Fred MacAulay. From 2015.

Paul Sinha's History Revision

Tuesday 23:30 - 00:00

1/4. Paul Sinha looks at the forgotten women of history - from warriors to activists whose stories weren't told at school. From 2016.

Wed Nov 26
A Good Read

Wednesday 00:00 - 00:30

4 Extra Debut. Nick Hornby, Carlo Rovelli and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by Viv Albertine, Fyodor Dostoyevsky and Tobias Wolf. From 2020.

The Manchester Writers

Wednesday 00:30 - 01:00

John Harris investigates how writers in 1930s Manchester continue to shape perceptions of the north of England. From 2010.

The Flying Doctor

Wednesday 01:00 - 01:30

4 Extra Debut. A father calls Australia's Flying Doctor Service when his son gets injured. Stars James McKechnie and Bill Kerr. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Wednesday 01:30 - 02:00

2/6. As the sabotage and murder trail continues, Mortimer Hive is invited to make a speech. Starring John Rowe and Geoffrey Banks.

King of Bath

Wednesday 02:00 - 02:30

5/6. Can a fine, upright moral guardian like Dr Collins ever be compromised? Beau Nash tries. Stars David Bamber. From March 1999.

The Goon Show

Wednesday 02:30 - 03:00

2/17. The British hatch a cunning plan to confuse the Germans. But who (or what) is Eccles? Stars Peter Sellers. From November 1958.

ReincarNathan

Wednesday 03:00 - 03:30

1/4. Nathan Blakely was a popstar, but he died and was reincarnated as a snail. Stars Daniel Rigby and Diane Morgan. From 2019.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Wednesday 03:30 - 03:45

2/5. Eric and Ernie are back in post-war London with an agent, leading to their first radio show. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Wednesday 03:45 - 04:00

2/5. Henry's father George had a cousin called Eric. If Eric is still alive he might be the rightful heir. Stars Claire Keelan.

The Unbelievable Truth

Wednesday 04:00 - 04:30

5/6. David Mitchell gets Lou Sanders, Phil Wang, Neil Delamere and Kerry Godliman to lie with some truths. From 2023.

Bleak Expectations

Wednesday 04:30 - 05:00

3/6. Poorly Pip faces rural poverty and a mystery nurse. Mark Evans's Dickensian spoof stars Anthony Head. From August 2008.

The Grass is Singing

Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00

2/2. Mary's troubled relationship with houseboy Moses comes to a violent end. Stars Alison Petit and Tracy-Ann Oberman. Contains language which some may find offensive.

The Flying Doctor

Wednesday 06:00 - 06:30

4 Extra Debut. Doctor Rogers and pilot Tommy O'Donnell battle to reach hunters in trouble in the Outback. Stars James McKechnie. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Wednesday 06:30 - 07:00

3/6. The kindly detective probes the discovery of body number three down a wishing well. Starring John Rowe and Russell Dixon.

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

Wednesday 07:00 - 07:30

. 6/6. Giles is planning to propose to Judith, but then neurotic alcoholic Felicity turns up. Stars Douglas Hodge. From July 1996.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 07:30 - 08:00

2/14. The Lad sets off for a romantic reunion pledged 25 years before. Stars Tony Hancock and Patricia Hayes. From October 1959.

Dot

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

2/4. A suspicious death leaves the gals from personnel no options other than to investigate. Starring Kate O'Flynn. From 2018.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Wednesday 08:30 - 08:45

3/5. Eric and Ernie perform for Ed Sullivan and writer Eddie Braben joins them to make a BBC series. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Wednesday 08:45 - 09:00

3/5. Dan and Rachel have found the heir to the estate but Eric is refusing to take what is rightfully his. Stars William Ash.

Unite

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

2/6. Imogen launches a disastrous cooking class at the community centre, Tony dreams of becoming an author and Gideon sees opportunities when he is befriended by a football hooligan.

Travels With Bob

Wednesday 09:30 - 09:45

3/5. Paddy O'Connell and Bob the dog are in Stroud, where locals are fiercely proud of their independent retail tradition. From 2016.

Daily Service

Wednesday 09:45 - 10:00

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

Being Bored: The Importance Of Doing Nothing

Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00

Boredom is under threat from digital age distractions. Phill Jupitus explains why we sometimes need to do nothing. From 2016.

The Flying Doctor

Wednesday 11:00 - 11:30

4 Extra Debut. Doctor Rogers and pilot Tommy O'Donnell battle to reach hunters in trouble in the Outback. Stars James McKechnie. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Wednesday 11:30 - 12:00

3/6. The kindly detective probes the discovery of body number three down a wishing well. Starring John Rowe and Russell Dixon.

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

Wednesday 12:00 - 12:30

. 6/6. Giles is planning to propose to Judith, but then neurotic alcoholic Felicity turns up. Stars Douglas Hodge. From July 1996.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 12:30 - 13:00

2/14. The Lad sets off for a romantic reunion pledged 25 years before. Stars Tony Hancock and Patricia Hayes. From October 1959.

Dot

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

2/4. A suspicious death leaves the gals from personnel no options other than to investigate. Starring Kate O'Flynn. From 2018.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Wednesday 13:30 - 13:45

3/5. Eric and Ernie perform for Ed Sullivan and writer Eddie Braben joins them to make a BBC series. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Wednesday 13:45 - 14:00

3/5. Dan and Rachel have found the heir to the estate but Eric is refusing to take what is rightfully his. Stars William Ash.

The Museum of Curiosity

Wednesday 14:00 - 14:30

2/6. John Lloyd and Bridget Christie welcome Sarah Kendall, botanist James Wong and biotech entrepreneur Sir Chris Evans. From 2019.

Three Ivans, Two Aunts and an Overcoat

Wednesday 14:30 - 15:00

2/6. A humble Russian civil servant's career is stuck in a dismal rut, until he buys a new coat. With Stephen Moore. From April 2002.

The Ladies' Paradise

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

1/2. 4 Extra Debut. Denise Baudu comes to Paris. Her uncle can't employ her in his shop, so she's drawn to his main rival. Stars Dervla Kirwan.

Being Bored: The Importance Of Doing Nothing

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

Boredom is under threat from digital age distractions. Phill Jupitus explains why we sometimes need to do nothing. From 2016.

The Flying Doctor

Wednesday 17:00 - 17:30

4 Extra Debut. Doctor Rogers and pilot Tommy O'Donnell battle to reach hunters in trouble in the Outback. Stars James McKechnie. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Wednesday 17:30 - 18:00

3/6. The kindly detective probes the discovery of body number three down a wishing well. Starring John Rowe and Russell Dixon.

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

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

. 6/6. Giles is planning to propose to Judith, but then neurotic alcoholic Felicity turns up. Stars Douglas Hodge. From July 1996.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

2/14. The Lad sets off for a romantic reunion pledged 25 years before. Stars Tony Hancock and Patricia Hayes. From October 1959.

Dot

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

2/4. A suspicious death leaves the gals from personnel no options other than to investigate. Starring Kate O'Flynn. From 2018.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Wednesday 19:30 - 19:45

3/5. Eric and Ernie perform for Ed Sullivan and writer Eddie Braben joins them to make a BBC series. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Wednesday 19:45 - 20:00

3/5. Dan and Rachel have found the heir to the estate but Eric is refusing to take what is rightfully his. Stars William Ash.

The Museum of Curiosity

Wednesday 20:00 - 20:30

2/6. John Lloyd and Bridget Christie welcome Sarah Kendall, botanist James Wong and biotech entrepreneur Sir Chris Evans. From 2019.

Three Ivans, Two Aunts and an Overcoat

Wednesday 20:30 - 21:00

2/6. A humble Russian civil servant's career is stuck in a dismal rut, until he buys a new coat. With Stephen Moore. From April 2002.

The Ladies' Paradise

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00

1/2. 4 Extra Debut. Denise Baudu comes to Paris. Her uncle can't employ her in his shop, so she's drawn to his main rival. Stars Dervla Kirwan.

Unite

Wednesday 22:00 - 22:30

2/6. Imogen launches a disastrous cooking class at the community centre, Tony dreams of becoming an author and Gideon sees opportunities when he is befriended by a football hooligan.

Dan and Nick - The Wildebeest Years

Wednesday 22:30 - 23:00

4/7. Dan Freedman and Nick Romero serve up a salad family who are Tossed in Space, plus Robin Wood and The Archers abroad. From August 1998.

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Wednesday 23:00 - 23:30

2/6. John Finnemore discusses merry names and has an epiphany. Sketches and songs from the award-winning show. From 2019.

Concrete Cow

Wednesday 23:30 - 00:00

3/6. 13th-century furniture sales and the hi-fi extremist. Sketch show with Robert Webb and Beth Chalmers. From January 2004.

Thu Nov 27
Being Bored: The Importance Of Doing Nothing

Thursday 00:00 - 01:00

Boredom is under threat from digital age distractions. Phill Jupitus explains why we sometimes need to do nothing. From 2016.

The Flying Doctor

Thursday 01:00 - 01:30

4 Extra Debut. Doctor Rogers and pilot Tommy O'Donnell battle to reach hunters in trouble in the Outback. Stars James McKechnie. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Thursday 01:30 - 02:00

3/6. The kindly detective probes the discovery of body number three down a wishing well. Starring John Rowe and Russell Dixon.

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

Thursday 02:00 - 02:30

. 6/6. Giles is planning to propose to Judith, but then neurotic alcoholic Felicity turns up. Stars Douglas Hodge. From July 1996.

Hancock's Half Hour

Thursday 02:30 - 03:00

2/14. The Lad sets off for a romantic reunion pledged 25 years before. Stars Tony Hancock and Patricia Hayes. From October 1959.

Dot

Thursday 03:00 - 03:30

2/4. A suspicious death leaves the gals from personnel no options other than to investigate. Starring Kate O'Flynn. From 2018.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Thursday 03:30 - 03:45

3/5. Eric and Ernie perform for Ed Sullivan and writer Eddie Braben joins them to make a BBC series. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Thursday 03:45 - 04:00

3/5. Dan and Rachel have found the heir to the estate but Eric is refusing to take what is rightfully his. Stars William Ash.

The Museum of Curiosity

Thursday 04:00 - 04:30

2/6. John Lloyd and Bridget Christie welcome Sarah Kendall, botanist James Wong and biotech entrepreneur Sir Chris Evans. From 2019.

Three Ivans, Two Aunts and an Overcoat

Thursday 04:30 - 05:00

2/6. A humble Russian civil servant's career is stuck in a dismal rut, until he buys a new coat. With Stephen Moore. From April 2002.

The Ladies' Paradise

Thursday 05:00 - 06:00

1/2. 4 Extra Debut. Denise Baudu comes to Paris. Her uncle can't employ her in his shop, so she's drawn to his main rival. Stars Dervla Kirwan.

The Flying Doctor

Thursday 06:00 - 06:30

4 Extra Debut. A deadly armed robbery leaves the wounded needing Doctor Rogers and pilot Tommy O'Donnell. Stars James McKechnie. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Thursday 06:30 - 07:00

4/6. The detective's probe into Mrs Palgrove's murder makes life uncomfortable for her husband. Starring John Rowe and Ann Rye.

A Whole New Ball Game

Thursday 07:00 - 07:30

6/6. Destiny calls the Pattersons and Father Benedict's team, but the post-cup match menu awaits. Stars Paul Parris. From March 1993.

The Burkiss Way

Thursday 07:30 - 08:00

2/6. Improve your IQ and go on the Auntie Quiz. Cult sketch show starring Denise Coffey and Chris Emmett. From September 1976.

Big Broadcast

Thursday 08:00 - 08:30

2/2. Chicago, 1937. Katherine Hepburn responds when the League of Decency tries to close the radio station. Stars Susannah Fielding.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Thursday 08:30 - 08:45

4/5. Eric and Ernie's producer books a musician for one of their shows - and the rest is history. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Thursday 08:45 - 09:00

4/5. Eric's daughter Jo now wants her slice of the fortune. But can Dan and Rachel secure their percentage? Stars William Ash.

Carys Eleri: Lovecraft (Not the Sex Shop in Cardiff)

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

Carys Eleri's comedy-science-music-show about the neuroscience of love and loneliness and the importance of kindness. From 2020.

Travels With Bob

Thursday 09:30 - 09:45

4/5. Paddy O'Connell and his dog explore why Newham's local hero Bletchley Park codebreaker isn't as well-known as Turing. From 2016.

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 Jay Hulme.

Great Lives

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

Ken Livingstone chooses US politician Robert Kennedy, who was assassinated in 1968. With Matthew Parris. From February 2009.

The Strange Parallel World Of Christian Pop

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

With the help of some of the original musicians, Paul Bayley tells the story of a neglected musical genre. From 2008.

The Flying Doctor

Thursday 11:00 - 11:30

4 Extra Debut. A deadly armed robbery leaves the wounded needing Doctor Rogers and pilot Tommy O'Donnell. Stars James McKechnie. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Thursday 11:30 - 12:00

4/6. The detective's probe into Mrs Palgrove's murder makes life uncomfortable for her husband. Starring John Rowe and Ann Rye.

A Whole New Ball Game

Thursday 12:00 - 12:30

6/6. Destiny calls the Pattersons and Father Benedict's team, but the post-cup match menu awaits. Stars Paul Parris. From March 1993.

The Burkiss Way

Thursday 12:30 - 13:00

2/6. Improve your IQ and go on the Auntie Quiz. Cult sketch show starring Denise Coffey and Chris Emmett. From September 1976.

Big Broadcast

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

2/2. Chicago, 1937. Katherine Hepburn responds when the League of Decency tries to close the radio station. Stars Susannah Fielding.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Thursday 13:30 - 13:45

4/5. Eric and Ernie's producer books a musician for one of their shows - and the rest is history. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Thursday 13:45 - 14:00

4/5. Eric's daughter Jo now wants her slice of the fortune. But can Dan and Rachel secure their percentage? Stars William Ash.

Counterpoint

Thursday 14:00 - 14:30

10/13. Paul Gambaccini hosts the wide-ranging music quiz with three semi-finalists from the London area and Derbyshire. From 2014.

Ballylenon

Thursday 14:30 - 15:00

1/6. Muriel returns from a pilgrimage. Phonsie is quick to capitalise. It's 1959 in the sleepy Irish town. Stars Gerard Murphy.

The Ladies' Paradise

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

2/2. Denise has been unjustly dismissed, but still lives within the shadow and influence of The Ladies' Paradise. Stars Dervla Kirwan.

Great Lives

Thursday 16:00 - 16:30

Ken Livingstone chooses US politician Robert Kennedy, who was assassinated in 1968. With Matthew Parris. From February 2009.

The Strange Parallel World Of Christian Pop

Thursday 16:30 - 17:00

With the help of some of the original musicians, Paul Bayley tells the story of a neglected musical genre. From 2008.

The Flying Doctor

Thursday 17:00 - 17:30

4 Extra Debut. A deadly armed robbery leaves the wounded needing Doctor Rogers and pilot Tommy O'Donnell. Stars James McKechnie. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Thursday 17:30 - 18:00

4/6. The detective's probe into Mrs Palgrove's murder makes life uncomfortable for her husband. Starring John Rowe and Ann Rye.

A Whole New Ball Game

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

6/6. Destiny calls the Pattersons and Father Benedict's team, but the post-cup match menu awaits. Stars Paul Parris. From March 1993.

The Burkiss Way

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

2/6. Improve your IQ and go on the Auntie Quiz. Cult sketch show starring Denise Coffey and Chris Emmett. From September 1976.

Big Broadcast

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

2/2. Chicago, 1937. Katherine Hepburn responds when the League of Decency tries to close the radio station. Stars Susannah Fielding.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Thursday 19:30 - 19:45

4/5. Eric and Ernie's producer books a musician for one of their shows - and the rest is history. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Thursday 19:45 - 20:00

4/5. Eric's daughter Jo now wants her slice of the fortune. But can Dan and Rachel secure their percentage? Stars William Ash.

Counterpoint

Thursday 20:00 - 20:30

10/13. Paul Gambaccini hosts the wide-ranging music quiz with three semi-finalists from the London area and Derbyshire. From 2014.

Ballylenon

Thursday 20:30 - 21:00

1/6. Muriel returns from a pilgrimage. Phonsie is quick to capitalise. It's 1959 in the sleepy Irish town. Stars Gerard Murphy.

The Ladies' Paradise

Thursday 21:00 - 22:00

2/2. Denise has been unjustly dismissed, but still lives within the shadow and influence of The Ladies' Paradise. Stars Dervla Kirwan.

Call Jonathan Pie

Thursday 22:00 - 22:30

New episodes will be released weekly wherever you get your podcasts, but if you're in the UK, you can listen to the whole series right now - before anywhere else - on BBC Sounds.

Alex Edelman's Peer Group

Thursday 22:30 - 23:00

4/4. From emotions to relationships, Alex explores growing up in a millennial world. Guests include Brandon Wardell. From 2019.

Alex Horne Presents The Horne Section

Thursday 23:00 - 23:30

2/6. Alex and his band explore the body with music and the help of comedian Phill Jupitus and rapper Lady Lykez. From March 2013.

Small Scenes

Thursday 23:30 - 00:00

2/4. Symphonious sketches including a pair of long-lost brothers meeting for the first time. With Daniel Rigby. From 2013.

Fri Nov 28
Great Lives

Friday 00:00 - 00:30

Ken Livingstone chooses US politician Robert Kennedy, who was assassinated in 1968. With Matthew Parris. From February 2009.

The Strange Parallel World Of Christian Pop

Friday 00:30 - 01:00

With the help of some of the original musicians, Paul Bayley tells the story of a neglected musical genre. From 2008.

The Flying Doctor

Friday 01:00 - 01:30

4 Extra Debut. A deadly armed robbery leaves the wounded needing Doctor Rogers and pilot Tommy O'Donnell. Stars James McKechnie. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Friday 01:30 - 02:00

4/6. The detective's probe into Mrs Palgrove's murder makes life uncomfortable for her husband. Starring John Rowe and Ann Rye.

A Whole New Ball Game

Friday 02:00 - 02:30

6/6. Destiny calls the Pattersons and Father Benedict's team, but the post-cup match menu awaits. Stars Paul Parris. From March 1993.

The Burkiss Way

Friday 02:30 - 03:00

2/6. Improve your IQ and go on the Auntie Quiz. Cult sketch show starring Denise Coffey and Chris Emmett. From September 1976.

Big Broadcast

Friday 03:00 - 03:30

2/2. Chicago, 1937. Katherine Hepburn responds when the League of Decency tries to close the radio station. Stars Susannah Fielding.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Friday 03:30 - 03:45

4/5. Eric and Ernie's producer books a musician for one of their shows - and the rest is history. Read by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Friday 03:45 - 04:00

4/5. Eric's daughter Jo now wants her slice of the fortune. But can Dan and Rachel secure their percentage? Stars William Ash.

Counterpoint

Friday 04:00 - 04:30

10/13. Paul Gambaccini hosts the wide-ranging music quiz with three semi-finalists from the London area and Derbyshire. From 2014.

Ballylenon

Friday 04:30 - 05:00

1/6. Muriel returns from a pilgrimage. Phonsie is quick to capitalise. It's 1959 in the sleepy Irish town. Stars Gerard Murphy.

The Ladies' Paradise

Friday 05:00 - 06:00

2/2. Denise has been unjustly dismissed, but still lives within the shadow and influence of The Ladies' Paradise. Stars Dervla Kirwan.

The Flying Doctor

Friday 06:00 - 06:30

4 Extra Debut. A pub fight leaves a man unconscious and in need of Australia's Flying Doctor service. Stars James McKechnie. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Friday 06:30 - 07:00

5/6. As suspicions over Palgrove grow, the kindly detective calls on an old friend. Starring John Rowe and Ann Rye.

Kalangadog Junction

Friday 07:00 - 07:30

4/6. As Len interferes in Gaelene's running plans, can Thomas and Jane find time for romance? Stars Caroline Quentin. From March 1996.

The Likely Lads

Friday 07:30 - 08:00

5/8. 4 Extra Debut. Thoughtful gestures end up backfiring for both Bob and Terry. Stars Rodney Bewes and James Bolam. From 1968.

Cooking in a Bedsitter

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

1/4. Trisha embarks on bedsit life, determined to make it as a get-ahead girl about town. Stars Beattie Edmondson. From 2016.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Friday 08:30 - 08:45

5/5. Morecambe and Wise's act closes in Tewkesbury as Ernie gets the call he's been dreading. Concluded by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Friday 08:45 - 09:00

5/5. Dan and Rachel's quest to get a slice of Henry Gaunt's fortune uncovers an awful secret. Stars Claire Keelan.

Time Of The Week

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

1/4. Chloe Slack (Sian Clifford) hosts the current affairs show that gets under the skin of womanhood to exfoliate the issues that matter to women - from country music to dating a tree.

Travels With Bob

Friday 09:30 - 09:45

5/5. Paddy O'Connell and his dog explore the harbour at Peterhead with trawlerman Jimmy Buchan, who has fishing in his blood. From 2016.

Daily Service

Friday 09:45 - 10:00

A space for spiritual reflection on St Andrew's Day. Presenter: Rev Dr Marjory MacLean, a Church of Scotland Minister in Orkney. Reading: 2 Corinthians 13: 7-11.

Soul Music

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

Music lovers describe the impact of Schubert's Winterreise, 24 songs that track a journey, upon their lives. From March 2011.

All Change for Gyles Brandreth

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

4 Extra Debut. In the face of a modern world, Gyles Brandreth makes a stand for those who loath and fear the prospect of change. From 2017.

The Flying Doctor

Friday 11:00 - 11:30

4 Extra Debut. A pub fight leaves a man unconscious and in need of Australia's Flying Doctor service. Stars James McKechnie. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Friday 11:30 - 12:00

5/6. As suspicions over Palgrove grow, the kindly detective calls on an old friend. Starring John Rowe and Ann Rye.

Kalangadog Junction

Friday 12:00 - 12:30

4/6. As Len interferes in Gaelene's running plans, can Thomas and Jane find time for romance? Stars Caroline Quentin. From March 1996.

The Likely Lads

Friday 12:30 - 13:00

5/8. 4 Extra Debut. Thoughtful gestures end up backfiring for both Bob and Terry. Stars Rodney Bewes and James Bolam. From 1968.

Cooking in a Bedsitter

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

1/4. Trisha embarks on bedsit life, determined to make it as a get-ahead girl about town. Stars Beattie Edmondson. From 2016.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Friday 13:30 - 13:45

5/5. Morecambe and Wise's act closes in Tewkesbury as Ernie gets the call he's been dreading. Concluded by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Friday 13:45 - 14:00

5/5. Dan and Rachel's quest to get a slice of Henry Gaunt's fortune uncovers an awful secret. Stars Claire Keelan.

The Motion Show

Friday 14:00 - 14:30

1/6. Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show. With Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Garry Bushell and Gina Yashere. From July 2002.

Double Income, No Kids Yet

Friday 14:30 - 15:00

6/6. Have Daniel and Lucy finally had enough of dealing with other people's problems? Stars David Tennant. From November 2003.

Mr Waring of the BBC

Friday 15:00 - 15:45

4 Extra Debut. The true story of Peter Waring whose desire brought him fame and infamy. Stars Freddie Fox and Robert Bathurst.

Short Works

Friday 15:45 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. Darkly comic story about a couple who run a Welsh smallholding and a miracle chicken. Read by Alexandria Riley.

Soul Music

Friday 16:00 - 16:30

Music lovers describe the impact of Schubert's Winterreise, 24 songs that track a journey, upon their lives. From March 2011.

All Change for Gyles Brandreth

Friday 16:30 - 17:00

4 Extra Debut. In the face of a modern world, Gyles Brandreth makes a stand for those who loath and fear the prospect of change. From 2017.

The Flying Doctor

Friday 17:00 - 17:30

4 Extra Debut. A pub fight leaves a man unconscious and in need of Australia's Flying Doctor service. Stars James McKechnie. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Friday 17:30 - 18:00

5/6. As suspicions over Palgrove grow, the kindly detective calls on an old friend. Starring John Rowe and Ann Rye.

Kalangadog Junction

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

4/6. As Len interferes in Gaelene's running plans, can Thomas and Jane find time for romance? Stars Caroline Quentin. From March 1996.

The Likely Lads

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

5/8. 4 Extra Debut. Thoughtful gestures end up backfiring for both Bob and Terry. Stars Rodney Bewes and James Bolam. From 1968.

Cooking in a Bedsitter

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

1/4. Trisha embarks on bedsit life, determined to make it as a get-ahead girl about town. Stars Beattie Edmondson. From 2016.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Friday 19:30 - 19:45

5/5. Morecambe and Wise's act closes in Tewkesbury as Ernie gets the call he's been dreading. Concluded by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Friday 19:45 - 20:00

5/5. Dan and Rachel's quest to get a slice of Henry Gaunt's fortune uncovers an awful secret. Stars Claire Keelan.

The Motion Show

Friday 20:00 - 20:30

1/6. Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show. With Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Garry Bushell and Gina Yashere. From July 2002.

Double Income, No Kids Yet

Friday 20:30 - 21:00

6/6. Have Daniel and Lucy finally had enough of dealing with other people's problems? Stars David Tennant. From November 2003.

Mr Waring of the BBC

Friday 21:00 - 21:45

4 Extra Debut. The true story of Peter Waring whose desire brought him fame and infamy. Stars Freddie Fox and Robert Bathurst.

Short Works

Friday 21:45 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. Darkly comic story about a couple who run a Welsh smallholding and a miracle chicken. Read by Alexandria Riley.

Time Of The Week

Friday 22:00 - 22:30

1/4. Chloe Slack (Sian Clifford) hosts the current affairs show that gets under the skin of womanhood to exfoliate the issues that matter to women - from country music to dating a tree.

Josh Howie's Losing It

Friday 22:30 - 23:00

5/6. Handyman Dean helps get the flat ready for the baby, but Josh soon finds he holds some very challenging opinions. From 2016.

The Mitch Benn Music Show

Friday 23:00 - 23:30

2/4. The comedian presents a selection of classic comic songs. With special guest singer-songwriter Isy Suttie. From October 2006.

I Think I've Got A Problem

Friday 23:30 - 00:00

1/4. Tom is sent to a specialist to get rid of the band inside his head. Stars Suggs and Bob Monkhouse. From March 2003.

Sat Nov 29
Soul Music

Saturday 00:00 - 00:30

Music lovers describe the impact of Schubert's Winterreise, 24 songs that track a journey, upon their lives. From March 2011.

All Change for Gyles Brandreth

Saturday 00:30 - 01:00

4 Extra Debut. In the face of a modern world, Gyles Brandreth makes a stand for those who loath and fear the prospect of change. From 2017.

The Flying Doctor

Saturday 01:00 - 01:30

4 Extra Debut. A pub fight leaves a man unconscious and in need of Australia's Flying Doctor service. Stars James McKechnie. From 1959.

Charity Ends At Home

Saturday 01:30 - 02:00

5/6. As suspicions over Palgrove grow, the kindly detective calls on an old friend. Starring John Rowe and Ann Rye.

Kalangadog Junction

Saturday 02:00 - 02:30

4/6. As Len interferes in Gaelene's running plans, can Thomas and Jane find time for romance? Stars Caroline Quentin. From March 1996.

The Likely Lads

Saturday 02:30 - 03:00

5/8. 4 Extra Debut. Thoughtful gestures end up backfiring for both Bob and Terry. Stars Rodney Bewes and James Bolam. From 1968.

Cooking in a Bedsitter

Saturday 03:00 - 03:30

1/4. Trisha embarks on bedsit life, determined to make it as a get-ahead girl about town. Stars Beattie Edmondson. From 2016.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe

Saturday 03:30 - 03:45

5/5. Morecambe and Wise's act closes in Tewkesbury as Ernie gets the call he's been dreading. Concluded by Penelope Keith.

Legacy

Saturday 03:45 - 04:00

5/5. Dan and Rachel's quest to get a slice of Henry Gaunt's fortune uncovers an awful secret. Stars Claire Keelan.

The Motion Show

Saturday 04:00 - 04:30

1/6. Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show. With Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Garry Bushell and Gina Yashere. From July 2002.

Double Income, No Kids Yet

Saturday 04:30 - 05:00

6/6. Have Daniel and Lucy finally had enough of dealing with other people's problems? Stars David Tennant. From November 2003.

Mr Waring of the BBC

Saturday 05:00 - 05:45

4 Extra Debut. The true story of Peter Waring whose desire brought him fame and infamy. Stars Freddie Fox and Robert Bathurst.

Short Works

Saturday 05:45 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. Darkly comic story about a couple who run a Welsh smallholding and a miracle chicken. Read by Alexandria Riley.

Theo

Saturday 06:00 - 07:30

Made in Germany in 1908, a rare cinnamon plush bear discovers he's about to be sold at auction. Stars Martin Jarvis.

Wintering (Omnibus)

Saturday 07:30 - 08:45

A celebration of life's dark seasons and fallow times, from illness and insecurity into the light. Read by Melody Grove.

Tales from the Backbench

Saturday 08:45 - 09:00

1/4. The ramblings of Sir Plympton Makepeace who is asked to stand for Parliament again. By Peter Tinniswood. Stars Leslie Phillips.

The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket

Saturday 09:00 - 09:30

11/13. The dear ladies attempt to stage Evadne's murder mystery. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From September 1979.

Beyond Our Ken

Saturday 09:30 - 10:00

10/14. Kenneth Horne visits the tax office and Hornerama looks at entertainment. With Kenneth Williams. From June 1960.

The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh

Saturday 10:00 - 11:00

3/3. Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville return to the alternative comedy of the 1980s.

Theo

Saturday 11:00 - 12:30

Made in Germany in 1908, a rare cinnamon plush bear discovers he's about to be sold at auction. Stars Martin Jarvis.

Wintering (Omnibus)

Saturday 12:30 - 13:45

A celebration of life's dark seasons and fallow times, from illness and insecurity into the light. Read by Melody Grove.

Tales from the Backbench

Saturday 13:45 - 14:00

1/4. The ramblings of Sir Plympton Makepeace who is asked to stand for Parliament again. By Peter Tinniswood. Stars Leslie Phillips.

The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket

Saturday 14:00 - 14:30

11/13. The dear ladies attempt to stage Evadne's murder mystery. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From September 1979.

Beyond Our Ken

Saturday 14:30 - 15:00

10/14. Kenneth Horne visits the tax office and Hornerama looks at entertainment. With Kenneth Williams. From June 1960.

The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh

Saturday 15:00 - 16:00

3/3. Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville return to the alternative comedy of the 1980s.

The Fall of The House of Usher

Saturday 16:00 - 16:45

Roderick is a tormented man - with a twin sister suffering an illness physicians don't understand. With Tim Pigott-Smith.

Someone Like You

Saturday 16:45 - 17:00

5/5. A slighted lover begins to plot an elaborate revenge. Stars Charles Dance and Sara Badel.

Friends of Oscar

Saturday 17:00 - 19:00

4 Extra Debut. As Oscar Wilde faces prosecution, the witch hunt for others in the Victorian gay community begins. Starring Jamie Newall.

The Penny Dreadfuls Present: Hadrian's Beard

Saturday 19:00 - 19:45

The comedy trio explore Britain's Roman legacy. What happens if Emperor Hadrian builds a wall? Stars Tony Gardner. From 2019.

Tales from the Backbench

Saturday 19:45 - 20:00

1/4. The ramblings of Sir Plympton Makepeace who is asked to stand for Parliament again. By Peter Tinniswood. Stars Leslie Phillips.

The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket

Saturday 20:00 - 20:30

11/13. The dear ladies attempt to stage Evadne's murder mystery. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From September 1979.

Beyond Our Ken

Saturday 20:30 - 21:00

10/14. Kenneth Horne visits the tax office and Hornerama looks at entertainment. With Kenneth Williams. From June 1960.

The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh

Saturday 21:00 - 22:00

3/3. Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville return to the alternative comedy of the 1980s.

The World of Simon Rich

Saturday 22:00 - 22:30

4/4. Enchanting, absurd and funny stories from the mind of celebrated US writer Simon Rich. Stars Peter Serafinowicz. From 2016.

Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones!

Saturday 22:30 - 22:55

2/6. When Milton finally decides to empty his bins, he accidentally makes a delicious sparkling wine, and a deadly enemy. From 2016.

The Comedy Club Interview

Saturday 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm to midnight, seven nights a week, The Comedy Club brings you two hours of the funny stuff. Tonight, Iain Lee chats with Joe Kent-Walters.

Friends Like These - You'll Always Be a Part of Me

Saturday 23:00 - 23:15

Jim and Steve are best friends when one suddenly needs a new kidney. Will the other donate his? Stars Jim Sweeney. From 2006.

Influencers

Saturday 23:15 - 23:30

6/6. Ruth and Carla need a new strategy for their online business. So they experiment with micro-dosing mushrooms. From 2023. Contains strong language.

Fags, Mags & Bags

Saturday 23:30 - 00:00

4/4. Malcolm surprises Ramesh by announcing she wishes to become a foster carer. Stars Sanjeev Kohli and Donald McLeary. From 2017.

Sun Nov 30
The Fall of The House of Usher

Sunday 00:00 - 00:45

Roderick is a tormented man - with a twin sister suffering an illness physicians don't understand. With Tim Pigott-Smith.

Someone Like You

Sunday 00:45 - 01:00

5/5. A slighted lover begins to plot an elaborate revenge. Stars Charles Dance and Sara Badel.

Friends of Oscar

Sunday 01:00 - 03:00

4 Extra Debut. As Oscar Wilde faces prosecution, the witch hunt for others in the Victorian gay community begins. Starring Jamie Newall.

The Penny Dreadfuls Present: Hadrian's Beard

Sunday 03:00 - 03:45

The comedy trio explore Britain's Roman legacy. What happens if Emperor Hadrian builds a wall? Stars Tony Gardner. From 2019.

Tales from the Backbench

Sunday 03:45 - 04:00

1/4. The ramblings of Sir Plympton Makepeace who is asked to stand for Parliament again. By Peter Tinniswood. Stars Leslie Phillips.

The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket

Sunday 04:00 - 04:30

11/13. The dear ladies attempt to stage Evadne's murder mystery. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From September 1979.

Beyond Our Ken

Sunday 04:30 - 05:00

10/14. Kenneth Horne visits the tax office and Hornerama looks at entertainment. With Kenneth Williams. From June 1960.

The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh

Sunday 05:00 - 06:00

3/3. Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville return to the alternative comedy of the 1980s.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 06:00 - 06:45

From Bob Marley to Franz Schubert. Writer Jilly Cooper shares her castaway choices. With Kirsty Young. From 2016.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 06:45 - 07:00

David Attenborough recalls following chimpanzees hunting other monkeys. It changed his views on natural history films. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Stories In Verse

Sunday 07:00 - 07:30

Daljit Nagra selects Stories in Verse: Two Poems of Social Justice written by George R. Sims and Oscar Wilde. From 1993.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe (Omnibus)

Sunday 07:30 - 08:40

The unique story of British TV's iconic double-act Morecambe & Wise begins when they meet in Swansea. Read by Penelope Keith.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 08:40 - 08:50

TV presenter Davina McCall inherits 'State of Independence' by Donna Summer and passes on 'You Can Do It' by Caribou.

Legacy: Blood in the Mountains by Cath Staincliffe (Omnibus)

Sunday 08:50 - 10:00

Probate researchers Dan and Rachel are on a challenging quest to find an heir to a fortune. Stars William Ash and Claire Keelan.

Ray's a Laugh

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

4 Extra Debut. Ted has a close call with a door-to-door caller, but it gives him a devious idea. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

Take It From Here

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

A thick pea souper leaves Eth stranded in 'The Glums'. Stars Dick Bentley, Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From January 1955.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 11:00 - 11:45

From Bob Marley to Franz Schubert. Writer Jilly Cooper shares her castaway choices. With Kirsty Young. From 2016.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 11:45 - 12:00

David Attenborough recalls following chimpanzees hunting other monkeys. It changed his views on natural history films. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Stories In Verse

Sunday 12:00 - 12:30

Daljit Nagra selects Stories in Verse: Two Poems of Social Justice written by George R. Sims and Oscar Wilde. From 1993.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe (Omnibus)

Sunday 12:30 - 13:40

The unique story of British TV's iconic double-act Morecambe & Wise begins when they meet in Swansea. Read by Penelope Keith.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 13:40 - 13:50

TV presenter Davina McCall inherits 'State of Independence' by Donna Summer and passes on 'You Can Do It' by Caribou.

Legacy: Blood in the Mountains by Cath Staincliffe (Omnibus)

Sunday 13:50 - 15:00

Probate researchers Dan and Rachel are on a challenging quest to find an heir to a fortune. Stars William Ash and Claire Keelan.

Ray's a Laugh

Sunday 15:00 - 15:30

4 Extra Debut. Ted has a close call with a door-to-door caller, but it gives him a devious idea. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

Take It From Here

Sunday 15:30 - 16:00

A thick pea souper leaves Eth stranded in 'The Glums'. Stars Dick Bentley, Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From January 1955.

625Y

Sunday 16:00 - 16:30

2/2. A scientist's attempt to make her gene discovery public knowledge doesn't go to plan. Stars Amanda Root and Geoffrey Whitehead.

Rules of Asylum

Sunday 16:30 - 17:00

2/3. Escaped prisoner Valery is taken out to dinner by his interrogator, but is all quite what it seems? Stars Cyril Shaps.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 17:00 - 17:45

From Bob Marley to Franz Schubert. Writer Jilly Cooper shares her castaway choices. With Kirsty Young. From 2016.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 17:45 - 18:00

David Attenborough recalls following chimpanzees hunting other monkeys. It changed his views on natural history films. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Stories In Verse

Sunday 18:00 - 18:30

Daljit Nagra selects Stories in Verse: Two Poems of Social Justice written by George R. Sims and Oscar Wilde. From 1993.

Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe (Omnibus)

Sunday 18:30 - 19:40

The unique story of British TV's iconic double-act Morecambe & Wise begins when they meet in Swansea. Read by Penelope Keith.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 19:40 - 19:50

TV presenter Davina McCall inherits 'State of Independence' by Donna Summer and passes on 'You Can Do It' by Caribou.

Legacy: Blood in the Mountains by Cath Staincliffe (Omnibus)

Sunday 19:50 - 21:00

Probate researchers Dan and Rachel are on a challenging quest to find an heir to a fortune. Stars William Ash and Claire Keelan.

Ray's a Laugh

Sunday 21:00 - 21:30

4 Extra Debut. Ted has a close call with a door-to-door caller, but it gives him a devious idea. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

Take It From Here

Sunday 21:30 - 22:00

A thick pea souper leaves Eth stranded in 'The Glums'. Stars Dick Bentley, Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From January 1955.

Clare in the Community

Sunday 22:00 - 22:30

3/6. International stardom beckons when the social worker appears on the radio. Stars Sally Phillips. From November 2005.

The Nick Revell Show

Sunday 22:30 - 23:00

3/6. The writer's mate Craig proves a headache, while Vince the geranium encounters a bee. With Alistair McGowan. From February 1992.

In and Out of the Kitchen

Sunday 23:00 - 23:30

3/4. Damien and Anthony go on holiday so their builder can crack on with kitchen improvements. Stars Miles Jupp. From November 2011.

Ectoplasm

Sunday 23:30 - 00:00

1/4. Egypt, where Edwardian adventurer Lord Zimbabwe swashes a buckle or two. Stars Dan Freedman and Nick Romero. From July 2000.