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Thu Nov 13
The Cold Swedish Winter

Today 03:00 - 03:30

4/4. Geoff tries to impress his wife's Swedish ex-boyfriend. But a 90km ski-ing race may prove a step too far. From 2021.

And June Whitfield

Today 03:30 - 03:45

3/5. Reading her own life story, the famous actress recalls the highs and lows of working with Peter Sellers and Kenneth Williams.

The Observations

Today 03:45 - 04:00

3/10. Bessy discovers that her employer is writing a book about domestic servants. Stars Lucy Paterson.

The Write Stuff

Today 04:00 - 04:30

6/6. James Walton chairs the literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Harry Ritchie and Frank Delaney.

Three Ivans, Two Aunts and an Overcoat

Today 04:30 - 05:00

1/6. A careless insult changes the lives of two neighbours in a sleepy Russian town. Stars Griff Rhys Jones and Stephen Moore.

High in the Clouds

Today 05:00 - 05:45

4 Extra Debut. A story of enterprise, aviation and friendship in the run up to the Second World War. Stars Stephen Thorne and Brigit Forsyth.

The German Cuckoo

Today 05:45 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. Benson blames the Germans for sweet rations. How will he react when he learns he has a German neighbour? Read by Crawford Logan.

The Murder At The Vicarage

Today 06:00 - 06:30

4/5. Investigations into the murder of Colonel Protheroe are not going at all as planned. Stars June Whitfield and Francis Matthews.

Down Payment on Death

Today 06:30 - 07:00

4/5. Retired hitman, Art Gordo, makes a decision about his target, Charles Allweather. But what about Louise? Stars Dinsdale Landen.

A Whole New Ball Game

Today 07:00 - 07:30

4/6. Can divine intervention help when the opponents grab Father Benedict's match tactics? Stars Desmond Barritt. From 1993.

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Today 07:30 - 08:00

3/3. Farmyard impersonations and safari time. Sketches and songs with John Cleese, Tim Brooke-Taylor and Bill Oddie. From 1964.

Simon Evans Goes to Market

Today 08:00 - 08:30

4/4. Comedy lecture on the economics behind goods we're addicted to - unravelling how the food industry deals with sugar. From 2015.

And June Whitfield

Today 08:30 - 08:45

4/5. The much-loved actress remembers the challenges of working with Tony Hancock, and her huge TV success with Terry and June.

The Observations

Today 08:45 - 09:00

4/10. Bessy discovers that one of the previous maids died in mysterious circumstances. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Powerhouse

Today 09:00 - 09:30

Jessica Fostekew explores her 'big strong strength' in an adaptation of her Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated show. From 2021.

Owl Prowl

Today 09:30 - 09:45

4/5. Chris Sperring travels to Sweden, where he has a close encounter with the largest owl in the world, the Eagle Owl.

Daily Service

Today 09:45 - 10:00

Rev Kate Massey, Canon for Arts and Reconciliation at Coventry Cathedral, reflects on what Coventry's ministry of reconciliation means in today's world.

Great Lives

Today 10:00 - 10:30

Comic Isy Suttie chooses Yorkshire-born singer-songwriter, Jake Thackray. With Matthew Parris and John Watterson. From 2014.

Am I Tone Deaf?

Today 10:30 - 11:00

Sathnam Sanghera asks is being tone-deaf a medical matter or simply a lack of training? Can the brain be 're-tuned? From 2011.

The Murder At The Vicarage

Today 11:00 - 11:30

4/5. Investigations into the murder of Colonel Protheroe are not going at all as planned. Stars June Whitfield and Francis Matthews.

Down Payment on Death

Today 11:30 - 12:00

4/5. Retired hitman, Art Gordo, makes a decision about his target, Charles Allweather. But what about Louise? Stars Dinsdale Landen.

A Whole New Ball Game

Today 12:00 - 12:30

4/6. Can divine intervention help when the opponents grab Father Benedict's match tactics? Stars Desmond Barritt. From 1993.

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Today 12:30 - 13:00

3/3. Farmyard impersonations and safari time. Sketches and songs with John Cleese, Tim Brooke-Taylor and Bill Oddie. From 1964.

Simon Evans Goes to Market

Today 13:00 - 13:30

4/4. Comedy lecture on the economics behind goods we're addicted to - unravelling how the food industry deals with sugar. From 2015.

And June Whitfield

Today 13:30 - 13:45

4/5. The much-loved actress remembers the challenges of working with Tony Hancock, and her huge TV success with Terry and June.

The Observations

Today 13:45 - 14:00

4/10. Bessy discovers that one of the previous maids died in mysterious circumstances. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Counterpoint

Today 14:00 - 14:30

8/13. Russell Davies hosts the wide-ranging music quiz, with three contestants from Liverpool, Manchester and West Yorkshire. From 2014.

HR

Today 14:30 - 15:00

6/6. Peter and Sam manage to meet in the queue for senior bus passes. Stars Jonathan Pryce and Nicholas le Prevost. From 2009.

The Good Soldier

Today 15:00 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. John Dowell recounts the 'saddest story ever told', how 'good soldier' Edward Ashburnham left lives in ruins. Stars Kyle Soller.

Great Lives

Today 16:00 - 16:30

Comic Isy Suttie chooses Yorkshire-born singer-songwriter, Jake Thackray. With Matthew Parris and John Watterson. From 2014.

Am I Tone Deaf?

Today 16:30 - 17:00

Sathnam Sanghera asks is being tone-deaf a medical matter or simply a lack of training? Can the brain be 're-tuned? From 2011.

The Murder At The Vicarage

Today 17:00 - 17:30

4/5. Investigations into the murder of Colonel Protheroe are not going at all as planned. Stars June Whitfield and Francis Matthews.

Down Payment on Death

Today 17:30 - 18:00

4/5. Retired hitman, Art Gordo, makes a decision about his target, Charles Allweather. But what about Louise? Stars Dinsdale Landen.

A Whole New Ball Game

Today 18:00 - 18:30

4/6. Can divine intervention help when the opponents grab Father Benedict's match tactics? Stars Desmond Barritt. From 1993.

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Today 18:30 - 19:00

3/3. Farmyard impersonations and safari time. Sketches and songs with John Cleese, Tim Brooke-Taylor and Bill Oddie. From 1964.

Simon Evans Goes to Market

Today 19:00 - 19:30

4/4. Comedy lecture on the economics behind goods we're addicted to - unravelling how the food industry deals with sugar. From 2015.

And June Whitfield

Today 19:30 - 19:45

4/5. The much-loved actress remembers the challenges of working with Tony Hancock, and her huge TV success with Terry and June.

The Observations

Today 19:45 - 20:00

4/10. Bessy discovers that one of the previous maids died in mysterious circumstances. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Counterpoint

Today 20:00 - 20:30

8/13. Russell Davies hosts the wide-ranging music quiz, with three contestants from Liverpool, Manchester and West Yorkshire. From 2014.

HR

Today 20:30 - 21:00

6/6. Peter and Sam manage to meet in the queue for senior bus passes. Stars Jonathan Pryce and Nicholas le Prevost. From 2009.

The Good Soldier

Today 21:00 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. John Dowell recounts the 'saddest story ever told', how 'good soldier' Edward Ashburnham left lives in ruins. Stars Kyle Soller.

Call Jonathan Pie

Today 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

Today 22:30 - 22:55

2/4. Comedian Alex Edelman looks at social media in a millennial world. Peer group guests include Rebecca Nicholson. From 2018.

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. Plus Stephen Bailey chats again to comedian, Bridget Christie.

Date Night

Today 23:00 - 23:30

4/4. Semi-improvised comedy show in which couples all embrace the phenomenon of date night. Starring Marc Wootton. From 2019. Contains strong language.

Small Scenes

Today 23:30 - 00:00

An unfortunate bird sanctuary incident. Comedy sketches with Daniel Rigby, Henry Paker, Mike Wozniak and Sara Pascoe. From 2012.

Fri Nov 14
Great Lives

Tomorrow 00:00 - 00:30

Comic Isy Suttie chooses Yorkshire-born singer-songwriter, Jake Thackray. With Matthew Parris and John Watterson. From 2014.

Am I Tone Deaf?

Tomorrow 00:30 - 01:00

Sathnam Sanghera asks is being tone-deaf a medical matter or simply a lack of training? Can the brain be 're-tuned? From 2011.

The Murder At The Vicarage

Tomorrow 01:00 - 01:30

4/5. Investigations into the murder of Colonel Protheroe are not going at all as planned. Stars June Whitfield and Francis Matthews.

Down Payment on Death

Tomorrow 01:30 - 02:00

4/5. Retired hitman, Art Gordo, makes a decision about his target, Charles Allweather. But what about Louise? Stars Dinsdale Landen.

A Whole New Ball Game

Tomorrow 02:00 - 02:30

4/6. Can divine intervention help when the opponents grab Father Benedict's match tactics? Stars Desmond Barritt. From 1993.

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Tomorrow 02:30 - 03:00

3/3. Farmyard impersonations and safari time. Sketches and songs with John Cleese, Tim Brooke-Taylor and Bill Oddie. From 1964.

Simon Evans Goes to Market

Tomorrow 03:00 - 03:30

4/4. Comedy lecture on the economics behind goods we're addicted to - unravelling how the food industry deals with sugar. From 2015.

And June Whitfield

Tomorrow 03:30 - 03:45

4/5. The much-loved actress remembers the challenges of working with Tony Hancock, and her huge TV success with Terry and June.

The Observations

Tomorrow 03:45 - 04:00

4/10. Bessy discovers that one of the previous maids died in mysterious circumstances. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Counterpoint

Tomorrow 04:00 - 04:30

8/13. Russell Davies hosts the wide-ranging music quiz, with three contestants from Liverpool, Manchester and West Yorkshire. From 2014.

HR

Tomorrow 04:30 - 05:00

6/6. Peter and Sam manage to meet in the queue for senior bus passes. Stars Jonathan Pryce and Nicholas le Prevost. From 2009.

The Good Soldier

Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. John Dowell recounts the 'saddest story ever told', how 'good soldier' Edward Ashburnham left lives in ruins. Stars Kyle Soller.

The Murder At The Vicarage

Tomorrow 06:00 - 06:30

5/5. Miss Marple battles to finally unmask the murderer - but there are more surprises in store. Stars June Whitfield and Imelda Staunton.

Down Payment on Death

Tomorrow 06:30 - 07:00

5/5. Retired hitman Art Gordo comes face-to-face with his mysterious nemesis at last. Stars Dinsdale Landen and Glyn Owen.

Kalangadog Junction

Tomorrow 07:00 - 07:30

2/6. Asked to judge a beautiful baby show, Dr Barrett risks offending his new Aussie neighbours. Stars Caroline Quentin. From 1996.

The Likely Lads

Tomorrow 07:30 - 08:00

2/8. Terry's not happy. Bob's left him behind, taking a chance on a promotion at work. Stars James Bolam and Rodney Bewes. From 1968.

The Quanderhorn Xperimentations

Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30

5/6. The professor gets a warning from his future self, as an ancient alien ziggurat appears. Starring James Fleet. From 2018.

And June Whitfield

Tomorrow 08:30 - 08:45

5/5. The final chapter of June's life story so far takes us from the News Huddlines to international fame with Absolutely Fabulous.

The Observations

Tomorrow 08:45 - 09:00

5/10. Bessy pretends that the ghost of a previous maid has come back to haunt the occupants of Castle Haivers. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Tudur Owen: United Nations of Anglesey

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

1/2. Tudur Owen tells a story from his childhood about the time when his Anglesey world went international. From 2022.

Owl Prowl

Tomorrow 09:30 - 09:45

5/5. Chris Sperring seeks out the nation's owl population. He visits the Mendips to catch up with the Barn Owl.

Daily Service

Tomorrow 09:45 - 10:00

Rev Richard Littledale leads a service for Remembrance week reflecting on peace and reconciliation.

Soul Music

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

How Neil Young's 1992 song, about growing old and enduring love, still has an impact on listeners today. From 2020.

There's A Guy Works Down Our Local Swears He's Elvis

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

Ian McMillan delves into the world of Elvis impersonators. What motivates them to do it and are they ever off duty? From 2003.

The Murder At The Vicarage

Tomorrow 11:00 - 11:30

5/5. Miss Marple battles to finally unmask the murderer - but there are more surprises in store. Stars June Whitfield and Imelda Staunton.

Down Payment on Death

Tomorrow 11:30 - 12:00

5/5. Retired hitman Art Gordo comes face-to-face with his mysterious nemesis at last. Stars Dinsdale Landen and Glyn Owen.

Kalangadog Junction

Tomorrow 12:00 - 12:30

2/6. Asked to judge a beautiful baby show, Dr Barrett risks offending his new Aussie neighbours. Stars Caroline Quentin. From 1996.

The Likely Lads

Tomorrow 12:30 - 13:00

2/8. Terry's not happy. Bob's left him behind, taking a chance on a promotion at work. Stars James Bolam and Rodney Bewes. From 1968.

The Quanderhorn Xperimentations

Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30

5/6. The professor gets a warning from his future self, as an ancient alien ziggurat appears. Starring James Fleet. From 2018.

And June Whitfield

Tomorrow 13:30 - 13:45

5/5. The final chapter of June's life story so far takes us from the News Huddlines to international fame with Absolutely Fabulous.

The Observations

Tomorrow 13:45 - 14:00

5/10. Bessy pretends that the ghost of a previous maid has come back to haunt the occupants of Castle Haivers. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Whispers

Tomorrow 14:00 - 14:30

5/6. Gyles Brandreth hosts the scandals quiz with Lucy Moore, Anthony Holden, Richard Herring and Louise Doughty. From November 2005.

Double Income, No Kids Yet

Tomorrow 14:30 - 15:00

5/6. Daniel and Lucy hire Nigel the builder to prepare for the new baby. Stars David Tennant and Elizabeth Carling. From November 2003.

Legacy

Tomorrow 15:00 - 15:45

4 Extra Debut. Probate detectives Rachel and Dan race to find the rightful heirs to an unclaimed estate. Stars Maxine Peake.

The Good Girl

Tomorrow 15:45 - 16:00

A young woman receives a marriage proposal whilst on holiday in Italy - is her reputation threatened? Read by June Barrie.

Soul Music

Tomorrow 16:00 - 16:30

How Neil Young's 1992 song, about growing old and enduring love, still has an impact on listeners today. From 2020.

There's A Guy Works Down Our Local Swears He's Elvis

Tomorrow 16:30 - 17:00

Ian McMillan delves into the world of Elvis impersonators. What motivates them to do it and are they ever off duty? From 2003.

The Murder At The Vicarage

Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:30

5/5. Miss Marple battles to finally unmask the murderer - but there are more surprises in store. Stars June Whitfield and Imelda Staunton.

Down Payment on Death

Tomorrow 17:30 - 18:00

5/5. Retired hitman Art Gordo comes face-to-face with his mysterious nemesis at last. Stars Dinsdale Landen and Glyn Owen.

Kalangadog Junction

Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30

2/6. Asked to judge a beautiful baby show, Dr Barrett risks offending his new Aussie neighbours. Stars Caroline Quentin. From 1996.

The Likely Lads

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00

2/8. Terry's not happy. Bob's left him behind, taking a chance on a promotion at work. Stars James Bolam and Rodney Bewes. From 1968.

The Quanderhorn Xperimentations

Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30

5/6. The professor gets a warning from his future self, as an ancient alien ziggurat appears. Starring James Fleet. From 2018.

And June Whitfield

Tomorrow 19:30 - 19:45

5/5. The final chapter of June's life story so far takes us from the News Huddlines to international fame with Absolutely Fabulous.

The Observations

Tomorrow 19:45 - 20:00

5/10. Bessy pretends that the ghost of a previous maid has come back to haunt the occupants of Castle Haivers. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Whispers

Tomorrow 20:00 - 20:30

5/6. Gyles Brandreth hosts the scandals quiz with Lucy Moore, Anthony Holden, Richard Herring and Louise Doughty. From November 2005.

Double Income, No Kids Yet

Tomorrow 20:30 - 21:00

5/6. Daniel and Lucy hire Nigel the builder to prepare for the new baby. Stars David Tennant and Elizabeth Carling. From November 2003.

Legacy

Tomorrow 21:00 - 21:45

4 Extra Debut. Probate detectives Rachel and Dan race to find the rightful heirs to an unclaimed estate. Stars Maxine Peake.

The Good Girl

Tomorrow 21:45 - 22:00

A young woman receives a marriage proposal whilst on holiday in Italy - is her reputation threatened? Read by June Barrie.

Tudur Owen: United Nations of Anglesey

Tomorrow 22:00 - 22:30

1/2. Tudur Owen tells a story from his childhood about the time when his Anglesey world went international. From 2022.

Josh Howie's Losing It

Tomorrow 22:30 - 22:55

3/6. Josh attempts to buy a pram on the cheap while also trying to convince his mechanic to give him a good deal. From 2016.

The Comedy Club Interview

Tomorrow 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, the Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. Plus Stephen Bailey chats once again to comedian, Bridget Christie.

Alex Horne Presents The Horne Section

Tomorrow 23:00 - 23:30

4/4. Alex Horne and his five-piece jazz band try interactive cookery, and Kevin Eldon joins them for a song and poetry. From March 2012.

Radio Active

Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:00

5/6. Anna Dapter's midday show with inserts from the Buy British exhibition at Olympia. With Helen Atkinson-Wood. From August 1983.

Sat Nov 15
Soul Music

Saturday 00:00 - 00:30

How Neil Young's 1992 song, about growing old and enduring love, still has an impact on listeners today. From 2020.

There's A Guy Works Down Our Local Swears He's Elvis

Saturday 00:30 - 01:00

Ian McMillan delves into the world of Elvis impersonators. What motivates them to do it and are they ever off duty? From 2003.

The Murder At The Vicarage

Saturday 01:00 - 01:30

5/5. Miss Marple battles to finally unmask the murderer - but there are more surprises in store. Stars June Whitfield and Imelda Staunton.

Down Payment on Death

Saturday 01:30 - 02:00

5/5. Retired hitman Art Gordo comes face-to-face with his mysterious nemesis at last. Stars Dinsdale Landen and Glyn Owen.

Kalangadog Junction

Saturday 02:00 - 02:30

2/6. Asked to judge a beautiful baby show, Dr Barrett risks offending his new Aussie neighbours. Stars Caroline Quentin. From 1996.

The Likely Lads

Saturday 02:30 - 03:00

2/8. Terry's not happy. Bob's left him behind, taking a chance on a promotion at work. Stars James Bolam and Rodney Bewes. From 1968.

The Quanderhorn Xperimentations

Saturday 03:00 - 03:30

5/6. The professor gets a warning from his future self, as an ancient alien ziggurat appears. Starring James Fleet. From 2018.

And June Whitfield

Saturday 03:30 - 03:45

5/5. The final chapter of June's life story so far takes us from the News Huddlines to international fame with Absolutely Fabulous.

The Observations

Saturday 03:45 - 04:00

5/10. Bessy pretends that the ghost of a previous maid has come back to haunt the occupants of Castle Haivers. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Whispers

Saturday 04:00 - 04:30

5/6. Gyles Brandreth hosts the scandals quiz with Lucy Moore, Anthony Holden, Richard Herring and Louise Doughty. From November 2005.

Double Income, No Kids Yet

Saturday 04:30 - 05:00

5/6. Daniel and Lucy hire Nigel the builder to prepare for the new baby. Stars David Tennant and Elizabeth Carling. From November 2003.

Legacy

Saturday 05:00 - 05:45

4 Extra Debut. Probate detectives Rachel and Dan race to find the rightful heirs to an unclaimed estate. Stars Maxine Peake.

The Good Girl

Saturday 05:45 - 06:00

A young woman receives a marriage proposal whilst on holiday in Italy - is her reputation threatened? Read by June Barrie.

Treason

Saturday 06:00 - 07:30

4 Extra Debut. Fearing Germany is losing the Second World War, a group of officers make a plan. Stars Richard Burton and Emlyn Williams.

Takeaway: Stories from a Childhood (Omnibus)

Saturday 07:30 - 08:45

Angela Hui remembers growing up at the counter of her parents' Chinese takeaway in Wales. Read by Priya Hall.

Ernest Fontwell Versus The Experts

Saturday 08:45 - 09:00

4/5. Fontwell needs a holiday, but the fiends in white coats are waiting - at home and abroad. Stars Frank Thornton. From 1979.

The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket

Saturday 09:00 - 09:30

9/13. The dear ladies continental adventure continues all the way to Austria. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1979.

Beyond Our Ken

Saturday 09:30 - 10:00

8/14. Kenneth Horne goes up the Khyber Pass and Hornerama looks at food. With Kenneth Williams. From June 1960.

The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh

Saturday 10:00 - 11:00

1/3. Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville return to the alternative comedy of the 80s.

Treason

Saturday 11:00 - 12:30

4 Extra Debut. Fearing Germany is losing the Second World War, a group of officers make a plan. Stars Richard Burton and Emlyn Williams.

Takeaway: Stories from a Childhood (Omnibus)

Saturday 12:30 - 13:45

Angela Hui remembers growing up at the counter of her parents' Chinese takeaway in Wales. Read by Priya Hall.

Ernest Fontwell Versus The Experts

Saturday 13:45 - 14:00

4/5. Fontwell needs a holiday, but the fiends in white coats are waiting - at home and abroad. Stars Frank Thornton. From 1979.

The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket

Saturday 14:00 - 14:30

9/13. The dear ladies continental adventure continues all the way to Austria. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1979.

Beyond Our Ken

Saturday 14:30 - 15:00

8/14. Kenneth Horne goes up the Khyber Pass and Hornerama looks at food. With Kenneth Williams. From June 1960.

The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh

Saturday 15:00 - 16:00

1/3. Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville return to the alternative comedy of the 80s.

The Valley of Trelamia

Saturday 16:00 - 16:45

A writer of books about unusual phenomena turns his attention to Cornwall's Celtic past. Stars James Aubrey and Maggie Tarver.

Someone Like You

Saturday 16:45 - 17:00

3/5. An unfaithful husband is killed with an unusual weapon. Starring Charles Dance and Tom Bevan.

Treason

Saturday 17:00 - 18:30

4 Extra Debut. Fearing Germany is losing the Second World War, a group of officers make a plan. Stars Richard Burton and Emlyn Williams.

Takeaway: Stories from a Childhood (Omnibus)

Saturday 18:30 - 19:45

Angela Hui remembers growing up at the counter of her parents' Chinese takeaway in Wales. Read by Priya Hall.

Ernest Fontwell Versus The Experts

Saturday 19:45 - 20:00

4/5. Fontwell needs a holiday, but the fiends in white coats are waiting - at home and abroad. Stars Frank Thornton. From 1979.

The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket

Saturday 20:00 - 20:30

9/13. The dear ladies continental adventure continues all the way to Austria. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1979.

Beyond Our Ken

Saturday 20:30 - 21:00

8/14. Kenneth Horne goes up the Khyber Pass and Hornerama looks at food. With Kenneth Williams. From June 1960.

The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh

Saturday 21:00 - 22:00

1/3. Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville return to the alternative comedy of the 80s.

The World of Simon Rich

Saturday 22:00 - 22:30

2/4. Enchanting, absurd and funny stories from the mind of celebrated US writer Simon Rich. Stars Peter Serafinowicz. From 2016. Contains strong language.

My Teenage Diary

Saturday 22:30 - 23:00

6/6. Star of Outlander and Paddington, Tim Downie, taking us back to his drama school days in 1994. With Rufus Hound. From 2021.

Domestic Science

Saturday 23:00 - 23:15

4/4. A heady comic mix of maths and science with Festival of the Spoken Nerd exploring bikes and car tyres and more. From 2016.

Influencers

Saturday 23:15 - 23:30

4/6. Ruth and Carla discover a blog written by teenage girls about their toxic influencer mothers. It can't be about them... From 2023.

Fags, Mags & Bags

Saturday 23:30 - 00:00

2/4. A local psychic has a bit of trouble finding a buyer for his Komodo dragon. Stars Sanjeev Kohli and Donald McLeary. From 2017.

Sun Nov 16
The Valley of Trelamia

Sunday 00:00 - 00:45

A writer of books about unusual phenomena turns his attention to Cornwall's Celtic past. Stars James Aubrey and Maggie Tarver.

Someone Like You

Sunday 00:45 - 01:00

3/5. An unfaithful husband is killed with an unusual weapon. Starring Charles Dance and Tom Bevan.

Treason

Sunday 01:00 - 02:30

4 Extra Debut. Fearing Germany is losing the Second World War, a group of officers make a plan. Stars Richard Burton and Emlyn Williams.

Takeaway: Stories from a Childhood (Omnibus)

Sunday 02:30 - 03:45

Angela Hui remembers growing up at the counter of her parents' Chinese takeaway in Wales. Read by Priya Hall.

Ernest Fontwell Versus The Experts

Sunday 03:45 - 04:00

4/5. Fontwell needs a holiday, but the fiends in white coats are waiting - at home and abroad. Stars Frank Thornton. From 1979.

The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket

Sunday 04:00 - 04:30

9/13. The dear ladies continental adventure continues all the way to Austria. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1979.

Beyond Our Ken

Sunday 04:30 - 05:00

8/14. Kenneth Horne goes up the Khyber Pass and Hornerama looks at food. With Kenneth Williams. From June 1960.

The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh

Sunday 05:00 - 06:00

1/3. Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville return to the alternative comedy of the 80s.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 06:00 - 06:45

From Enya to Beethoven. Famed as Winston Churchill, actor Robert Hardy shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2011.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 06:45 - 07:00

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

Poetry Extra: Adventures In Poetry

Sunday 07:00 - 07:30

Daljit Nagra selects Adventures in Poetry - Philip Larkin: At Grass, inspired by the race horse Brown Jack. From 1999.

And June Whitfield (Omnibus)

Sunday 07:30 - 08:40

Legendary actress Dame June Whitfield reads the story of her life and career from Streatham to meeting Noel Coward.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 08:40 - 08:50

Film critic Mark Kermode picks '2002 Zarathustrevisited' by Stan Kenton & His Orchestra and 'Top Of The World' by Shonen Knife.

The Observations (Omnibus)

Sunday 08:50 - 10:00

1/2. 1863. A prostitute escapes her life when she's hired as a maid. But her new employer has her own secrets. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Ray's a Laugh

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

Ted's favourite TV detective is on, but will he and Kitty agree on the culprit? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

Mind Your Own Business!

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

6/6. A company-wide cold vaccination scheme gives Jimmy the shivers. Stars Bernard Cribbins and Frank Thornton. From 1989.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 11:00 - 11:45

From Enya to Beethoven. Famed as Winston Churchill, actor Robert Hardy shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2011.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 11:45 - 12:00

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

Poetry Extra: Adventures In Poetry

Sunday 12:00 - 12:30

Daljit Nagra selects Adventures in Poetry - Philip Larkin: At Grass, inspired by the race horse Brown Jack. From 1999.

And June Whitfield (Omnibus)

Sunday 12:30 - 13:40

Legendary actress Dame June Whitfield reads the story of her life and career from Streatham to meeting Noel Coward.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 13:40 - 13:50

Film critic Mark Kermode picks '2002 Zarathustrevisited' by Stan Kenton & His Orchestra and 'Top Of The World' by Shonen Knife.

The Observations (Omnibus)

Sunday 13:50 - 15:00

1/2. 1863. A prostitute escapes her life when she's hired as a maid. But her new employer has her own secrets. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Ray's a Laugh

Sunday 15:00 - 15:30

Ted's favourite TV detective is on, but will he and Kitty agree on the culprit? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

Mind Your Own Business!

Sunday 15:30 - 16:00

6/6. A company-wide cold vaccination scheme gives Jimmy the shivers. Stars Bernard Cribbins and Frank Thornton. From 1989.

Space Force

Sunday 16:00 - 16:30

5/6. Elevated to the priesthood of God-King Ra, the captive crew seize a chance to escape. Stars Barry Foster and Nigel Stock.

Space Force

Sunday 16:30 - 17:00

6/6. Stranded on the Golden Planet, the crew must find a way to return to Mars. Stars Barry Foster, Nicky Henson and Tony Osoba.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 17:00 - 17:45

From Enya to Beethoven. Famed as Winston Churchill, actor Robert Hardy shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2011.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 17:45 - 18:00

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

Poetry Extra: Adventures In Poetry

Sunday 18:00 - 18:30

Daljit Nagra selects Adventures in Poetry - Philip Larkin: At Grass, inspired by the race horse Brown Jack. From 1999.

And June Whitfield (Omnibus)

Sunday 18:30 - 19:40

Legendary actress Dame June Whitfield reads the story of her life and career from Streatham to meeting Noel Coward.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 19:40 - 19:50

Film critic Mark Kermode picks '2002 Zarathustrevisited' by Stan Kenton & His Orchestra and 'Top Of The World' by Shonen Knife.

The Observations (Omnibus)

Sunday 19:50 - 21:00

1/2. 1863. A prostitute escapes her life when she's hired as a maid. But her new employer has her own secrets. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Ray's a Laugh

Sunday 21:00 - 21:30

Ted's favourite TV detective is on, but will he and Kitty agree on the culprit? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

Mind Your Own Business!

Sunday 21:30 - 22:00

6/6. A company-wide cold vaccination scheme gives Jimmy the shivers. Stars Bernard Cribbins and Frank Thornton. From 1989.

Clare in the Community

Sunday 22:00 - 22:30

1/6. The social worker organises a birthday dinner for Brian, but there's a mystery guest. Stars Sally Phillips. From November 2005.

The Nick Revell Show

Sunday 22:30 - 23:00

1/6. The life of a struggling writer with dysfunctional friends and a talking geranium. With Alistair McGowan. From January 1992.

In and Out of the Kitchen

Sunday 23:00 - 23:30

1/4. Life and recipes from cookery writer Damien Trench's kitchen diary. Written by and stars Miles Jupp. From November 2011.

World of Pub

Sunday 23:30 - 00:00

3/4. Dodgy Phil hatches a sporting scheme to improve the fortunes of Barry and Garry's bar. Stars John Thomson. From January 1999.

Mon Nov 17
Space Force

Monday 00:00 - 00:30

5/6. Elevated to the priesthood of God-King Ra, the captive crew seize a chance to escape. Stars Barry Foster and Nigel Stock.

Space Force

Monday 00:30 - 01:00

6/6. Stranded on the Golden Planet, the crew must find a way to return to Mars. Stars Barry Foster, Nicky Henson and Tony Osoba.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Monday 01:00 - 01:45

From Enya to Beethoven. Famed as Winston Churchill, actor Robert Hardy shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2011.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Monday 01:45 - 02:00

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

Poetry Extra: Adventures In Poetry

Monday 02:00 - 02:30

Daljit Nagra selects Adventures in Poetry - Philip Larkin: At Grass, inspired by the race horse Brown Jack. From 1999.

And June Whitfield (Omnibus)

Monday 02:30 - 03:40

Legendary actress Dame June Whitfield reads the story of her life and career from Streatham to meeting Noel Coward.

Inheritance Tracks

Monday 03:40 - 03:50

Film critic Mark Kermode picks '2002 Zarathustrevisited' by Stan Kenton & His Orchestra and 'Top Of The World' by Shonen Knife.

The Observations (Omnibus)

Monday 03:50 - 05:00

1/2. 1863. A prostitute escapes her life when she's hired as a maid. But her new employer has her own secrets. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Ray's a Laugh

Monday 05:00 - 05:30

Ted's favourite TV detective is on, but will he and Kitty agree on the culprit? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

Mind Your Own Business!

Monday 05:30 - 06:00

6/6. A company-wide cold vaccination scheme gives Jimmy the shivers. Stars Bernard Cribbins and Frank Thornton. From 1989.

London Particulars

Monday 06:00 - 06:45

London 1839, and Catherine turns to old-school detective Pip Shepherd when her sweetheart Michael disappears. Stars Todd Carty.

November Dead List

Monday 06:45 - 07:00

1/5. A priest receives a list of the departed to pray for, to find they are people he knows are alive - for now. Stars Nicola Walker.

In the Balance

Monday 07:00 - 07:30

6/6. Will maverick BBC reporter George Cragge unmask the serial killer? Comedy thriller with Michael Williams.

Dad's Army

Monday 07:30 - 08:00

7/20. A downed German plane sees the platoon employ Mainwaring's phone box drill. Adapted from TV. Stars Arthur Lowe. From May 1974.

Welcome to our Village, Please Invade Carefully

Monday 08:00 - 08:30

4/4. Uljabaan prepares for his superior, Gryvook's invasion assessment. Stars Hattie Morahan and Julian Rhind-Tutt. From March 2013.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Monday 08:30 - 08:45

1/5. Wrestling with grief for the death of his father, Malachy Tallack travels around the 60th parallel. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Monday 08:45 - 09:00

6/10. Bessy dupes her mistress into believing that the ghost of a maid has returned. But her plan backfires. Stars Lucy Paterson.

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

1/6. Rachel and Miles take on Catchphrase, Adrian puts his own spin on the openings of well-known children's books, and Marcus belts out a heartfelt rendition of Postman Pat.

Key Matters

Monday 09:30 - 09:45

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. Ivan Hewett talks to choral conductor Simon Halsey about B minor, the serious and somewhat austere key. From 2012.

Daily Service

Monday 09:45 - 10:00

Becky joins pupils for morning assembly at Didsbury C of E primary school to explore the impact and purpose of assembly hymns and songs.

I Was...

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

Andrew McGibbon talks to Naomi Sorkin, who was Lindsay Kemp's ballerina in one of his outrageous European tours. From 2017.

Why Go?

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

Chris Ledgard investigates the board game Go. Its ancient oriental rules mean that it a neither a race nor a battle. From 2010.

London Particulars

Monday 11:00 - 11:45

London 1839, and Catherine turns to old-school detective Pip Shepherd when her sweetheart Michael disappears. Stars Todd Carty.

November Dead List

Monday 11:45 - 12:00

1/5. A priest receives a list of the departed to pray for, to find they are people he knows are alive - for now. Stars Nicola Walker.

In the Balance

Monday 12:00 - 12:30

6/6. Will maverick BBC reporter George Cragge unmask the serial killer? Comedy thriller with Michael Williams.

Dad's Army

Monday 12:30 - 13:00

7/20. A downed German plane sees the platoon employ Mainwaring's phone box drill. Adapted from TV. Stars Arthur Lowe. From May 1974.

Welcome to our Village, Please Invade Carefully

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

4/4. Uljabaan prepares for his superior, Gryvook's invasion assessment. Stars Hattie Morahan and Julian Rhind-Tutt. From March 2013.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Monday 13:30 - 13:45

1/5. Wrestling with grief for the death of his father, Malachy Tallack travels around the 60th parallel. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Monday 13:45 - 14:00

6/10. Bessy dupes her mistress into believing that the ghost of a maid has returned. But her plan backfires. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Just A Minute

Monday 14:00 - 14:30

2/5. Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Sheila Hancock, Sue Perkins and Marcus Brigstocke. From 2011.

Morse - In the Shallows

Monday 14:30 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. An Oxford student out of his depth, a don dead in the river, a philosopher who says she needs his help. Stars Neil Pearson.

I Was...

Monday 16:00 - 16:30

Andrew McGibbon talks to Naomi Sorkin, who was Lindsay Kemp's ballerina in one of his outrageous European tours. From 2017.

Why Go?

Monday 16:30 - 17:00

Chris Ledgard investigates the board game Go. Its ancient oriental rules mean that it a neither a race nor a battle. From 2010.

London Particulars

Monday 17:00 - 17:45

London 1839, and Catherine turns to old-school detective Pip Shepherd when her sweetheart Michael disappears. Stars Todd Carty.

November Dead List

Monday 17:45 - 18:00

1/5. A priest receives a list of the departed to pray for, to find they are people he knows are alive - for now. Stars Nicola Walker.

In the Balance

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

6/6. Will maverick BBC reporter George Cragge unmask the serial killer? Comedy thriller with Michael Williams.

Dad's Army

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

7/20. A downed German plane sees the platoon employ Mainwaring's phone box drill. Adapted from TV. Stars Arthur Lowe. From May 1974.

Welcome to our Village, Please Invade Carefully

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

4/4. Uljabaan prepares for his superior, Gryvook's invasion assessment. Stars Hattie Morahan and Julian Rhind-Tutt. From March 2013.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Monday 19:30 - 19:45

1/5. Wrestling with grief for the death of his father, Malachy Tallack travels around the 60th parallel. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Monday 19:45 - 20:00

6/10. Bessy dupes her mistress into believing that the ghost of a maid has returned. But her plan backfires. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Just A Minute

Monday 20:00 - 20:30

2/5. Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Sheila Hancock, Sue Perkins and Marcus Brigstocke. From 2011.

Morse - In the Shallows

Monday 20:30 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. An Oxford student out of his depth, a don dead in the river, a philosopher who says she needs his help. Stars Neil Pearson.

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Monday 22:00 - 22:30

1/6. Rachel and Miles take on Catchphrase, Adrian puts his own spin on the openings of well-known children's books, and Marcus belts out a heartfelt rendition of Postman Pat.

Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar

Monday 22:30 - 23:00

3/4. Alexei discusses the motivations of the rich and considers a historic counter-factual with a young Jacob Rees-Mogg. From 2022.

The Naked Week

Monday 23:00 - 23:30

3/6. A bold, audacious take on the week's news, with a blend of the silly and the serious.

Old Harry's Game

Monday 23:30 - 00:00

4/6. Edith quizzes Satan about The Fall, but Satan sees it more as The Push. Satanic sitcom stars Andy Hamilton. From October 2007.

Tue Nov 18
I Was...

Tuesday 00:00 - 00:30

Andrew McGibbon talks to Naomi Sorkin, who was Lindsay Kemp's ballerina in one of his outrageous European tours. From 2017.

Why Go?

Tuesday 00:30 - 01:00

Chris Ledgard investigates the board game Go. Its ancient oriental rules mean that it a neither a race nor a battle. From 2010.

London Particulars

Tuesday 01:00 - 01:45

London 1839, and Catherine turns to old-school detective Pip Shepherd when her sweetheart Michael disappears. Stars Todd Carty.

November Dead List

Tuesday 01:45 - 02:00

1/5. A priest receives a list of the departed to pray for, to find they are people he knows are alive - for now. Stars Nicola Walker.

In the Balance

Tuesday 02:00 - 02:30

6/6. Will maverick BBC reporter George Cragge unmask the serial killer? Comedy thriller with Michael Williams.

Dad's Army

Tuesday 02:30 - 03:00

7/20. A downed German plane sees the platoon employ Mainwaring's phone box drill. Adapted from TV. Stars Arthur Lowe. From May 1974.

Welcome to our Village, Please Invade Carefully

Tuesday 03:00 - 03:30

4/4. Uljabaan prepares for his superior, Gryvook's invasion assessment. Stars Hattie Morahan and Julian Rhind-Tutt. From March 2013.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Tuesday 03:30 - 03:45

1/5. Wrestling with grief for the death of his father, Malachy Tallack travels around the 60th parallel. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Tuesday 03:45 - 04:00

6/10. Bessy dupes her mistress into believing that the ghost of a maid has returned. But her plan backfires. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Just A Minute

Tuesday 04:00 - 04:30

2/5. Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Sheila Hancock, Sue Perkins and Marcus Brigstocke. From 2011.

Morse - In the Shallows

Tuesday 04:30 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. An Oxford student out of his depth, a don dead in the river, a philosopher who says she needs his help. Stars Neil Pearson.

London Particulars

Tuesday 06:00 - 06:45

A man lost at sea returns to claim his fortune. Bow Street runner Pip and Peeler Thomas investigate. Stars Charles Simpson.

November Dead List

Tuesday 06:45 - 07:00

2/5. The police investigate the murder of a man whose name was on a suspected 'kill list' delivered to a priest. Stars Nicola Walker.

King of Bath

Tuesday 07:00 - 07:30

4/6. Ambrose needs Uncle Beau's support when he steals some orphans to start a school. Stars David Bamber. From March 1999.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 07:30 - 08:00

What is Eccles doing with a cement sack and an imaginary piano? Starring Spike Milligan and Peter Sellers. From November 1958.

To Hull and Back

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

4/4. Sophie thinks she will finally meet Auntie Pamela and her mother gets a job. Stars Lucy Beaumont and Maureen Lipman. From 2016.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Tuesday 08:30 - 08:45

2/5. Fort Smith, Canada, is the next stop on Malachy Tallack's journey around the sixtieth parallel. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Tuesday 08:45 - 09:00

7/10. Bessy is trying to unravel the mystery of Nora's death when her mistress reveals a secret. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Mark Steel's in Town

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

6/6. In the final episode of the series, Mark visits Unst in Shetland,the most northerly island in Britain.

Key Matters

Tuesday 09:30 - 09:45

2/5. Ivan Hewett talks to musicologist Cliff Eisen about G minor, an angry and grief-stricken key for Mozart. From 2012.

Daily Service

Tuesday 09:45 - 10:00

Becky talks to leading church musician and former Songs of Praise conductor, Gordon Stewart, about how hymns we learnt in our youth can still resonate in later life.

The Radio Detectives

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

3/5. Professor Jeffrey Richards examines the appeal of Agatha Christie's ever-popular spinster detective.

A Picture Held Us Captive

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

4 Extra Debut. Zia Haider Rahman explores the very real impact metaphor has on the world around us, from business to science. From 2017.

London Particulars

Tuesday 11:00 - 11:45

A man lost at sea returns to claim his fortune. Bow Street runner Pip and Peeler Thomas investigate. Stars Charles Simpson.

November Dead List

Tuesday 11:45 - 12:00

2/5. The police investigate the murder of a man whose name was on a suspected 'kill list' delivered to a priest. Stars Nicola Walker.

King of Bath

Tuesday 12:00 - 12:30

4/6. Ambrose needs Uncle Beau's support when he steals some orphans to start a school. Stars David Bamber. From March 1999.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 12:30 - 13:00

What is Eccles doing with a cement sack and an imaginary piano? Starring Spike Milligan and Peter Sellers. From November 1958.

To Hull and Back

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

4/4. Sophie thinks she will finally meet Auntie Pamela and her mother gets a job. Stars Lucy Beaumont and Maureen Lipman. From 2016.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Tuesday 13:30 - 13:45

2/5. Fort Smith, Canada, is the next stop on Malachy Tallack's journey around the sixtieth parallel. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Tuesday 13:45 - 14:00

7/10. Bessy is trying to unravel the mystery of Nora's death when her mistress reveals a secret. Stars Lucy Paterson.

The Unbelievable Truth

Tuesday 14:00 - 14:30

4/6. David Mitchell gets Lucy Porter, Marcus Brigstocke, Richard Osman and Ria Lina to lie with some truths. From 2023.

The Body in the Library

Tuesday 14:30 - 16:00

The amateur sleuth sets out to discover who murdered a mystery blonde. Agatha Christie whodunnit starring June Whitfield.

The Radio Detectives

Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30

3/5. Professor Jeffrey Richards examines the appeal of Agatha Christie's ever-popular spinster detective.

A Picture Held Us Captive

Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00

4 Extra Debut. Zia Haider Rahman explores the very real impact metaphor has on the world around us, from business to science. From 2017.

London Particulars

Tuesday 17:00 - 17:45

A man lost at sea returns to claim his fortune. Bow Street runner Pip and Peeler Thomas investigate. Stars Charles Simpson.

November Dead List

Tuesday 17:45 - 18:00

2/5. The police investigate the murder of a man whose name was on a suspected 'kill list' delivered to a priest. Stars Nicola Walker.

King of Bath

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

4/6. Ambrose needs Uncle Beau's support when he steals some orphans to start a school. Stars David Bamber. From March 1999.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

What is Eccles doing with a cement sack and an imaginary piano? Starring Spike Milligan and Peter Sellers. From November 1958.

To Hull and Back

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

4/4. Sophie thinks she will finally meet Auntie Pamela and her mother gets a job. Stars Lucy Beaumont and Maureen Lipman. From 2016.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Tuesday 19:30 - 19:45

2/5. Fort Smith, Canada, is the next stop on Malachy Tallack's journey around the sixtieth parallel. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Tuesday 19:45 - 20:00

7/10. Bessy is trying to unravel the mystery of Nora's death when her mistress reveals a secret. Stars Lucy Paterson.

The Unbelievable Truth

Tuesday 20:00 - 20:30

4/6. David Mitchell gets Lucy Porter, Marcus Brigstocke, Richard Osman and Ria Lina to lie with some truths. From 2023.

The Body in the Library

Tuesday 20:30 - 22:00

The amateur sleuth sets out to discover who murdered a mystery blonde. Agatha Christie whodunnit starring June Whitfield.

Mark Steel's in Town

Tuesday 22:00 - 22:30

6/6. In the final episode of the series, Mark visits Unst in Shetland,the most northerly island in Britain.

Goodness Gracious Me

Tuesday 22:30 - 22:55

1/4. The hungry comedy team go for an English. Gold Winner of the Sony Radio Academy Awards. Stars Sanjeev Bhaskar. From July 1996.

The Comedy Club Interview

Tuesday 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, the Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. Plus Isy Suttie chats to comedian, Ian Smith.

Susan Calman Makes Me Happy

Tuesday 23:00 - 23:30

4/4. Susan Calman explains her love of animals and why they make her happy. And not just cats, you know. From 2019.

Bunk Bed

Tuesday 23:30 - 23:45

8/8. The mechanics of deja-vu, and school friends who drank ink and licked sauce bottles for the benefit of others. From 2021.

A Stuggy Pren

Tuesday 23:45 - 00:00

5/5. Songster Ivor Cutler slips a disc and shares his secrets about moonshine, housemaids and a bully called Smith. From 1994.

Wed Nov 19
The Radio Detectives

Wednesday 00:00 - 00:30

3/5. Professor Jeffrey Richards examines the appeal of Agatha Christie's ever-popular spinster detective.

A Picture Held Us Captive

Wednesday 00:30 - 01:00

4 Extra Debut. Zia Haider Rahman explores the very real impact metaphor has on the world around us, from business to science. From 2017.

London Particulars

Wednesday 01:00 - 01:45

A man lost at sea returns to claim his fortune. Bow Street runner Pip and Peeler Thomas investigate. Stars Charles Simpson.

November Dead List

Wednesday 01:45 - 02:00

2/5. The police investigate the murder of a man whose name was on a suspected 'kill list' delivered to a priest. Stars Nicola Walker.

King of Bath

Wednesday 02:00 - 02:30

4/6. Ambrose needs Uncle Beau's support when he steals some orphans to start a school. Stars David Bamber. From March 1999.

The Goon Show

Wednesday 02:30 - 03:00

What is Eccles doing with a cement sack and an imaginary piano? Starring Spike Milligan and Peter Sellers. From November 1958.

To Hull and Back

Wednesday 03:00 - 03:30

4/4. Sophie thinks she will finally meet Auntie Pamela and her mother gets a job. Stars Lucy Beaumont and Maureen Lipman. From 2016.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Wednesday 03:30 - 03:45

2/5. Fort Smith, Canada, is the next stop on Malachy Tallack's journey around the sixtieth parallel. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Wednesday 03:45 - 04:00

7/10. Bessy is trying to unravel the mystery of Nora's death when her mistress reveals a secret. Stars Lucy Paterson.

The Unbelievable Truth

Wednesday 04:00 - 04:30

4/6. David Mitchell gets Lucy Porter, Marcus Brigstocke, Richard Osman and Ria Lina to lie with some truths. From 2023.

The Body in the Library

Wednesday 04:30 - 06:00

The amateur sleuth sets out to discover who murdered a mystery blonde. Agatha Christie whodunnit starring June Whitfield.

London Particulars

Wednesday 06:00 - 06:45

Victorian Peelers Pip and Thomas go undercover to infiltrate a gang, but get more than they bargained for. Stars Todd Carty.

November Dead List

Wednesday 06:45 - 07:00

3/5. A parish priest suddenly absconds during a murder enquiry. The detective pursues him to Ireland. Stars Nicola Walker.

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

Wednesday 07:00 - 07:30

. 5/6. Compromises needed to pay the phone bill sees Judith selling more than just kitchen units. Stars Douglas Hodge. From July 1996.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 07:30 - 08:00

1/14. Returning from a holiday abroad, Sid tricks the Lad and Bill into smuggling watches. Stars Tony Hancock. From September 1959.

Dot

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

1/4. A national initiative to boost morale causes havoc in the personnel team. Starring Fenella Woolgar. From August 2018.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Wednesday 08:30 - 08:45

3/5. Malachy Tallack's journey around the sixtieth parallel takes him to Alaska, America's 'Last Frontier'. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Wednesday 08:45 - 09:00

8/10. As Arabella's health worsens, Bessy's past life as a prostitute threatens to catch up with her. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Unite

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

1/6. Sitcom starring Mark Steel and Clare Skinner. Ashley is way out of his depth on his gender politics course, and Tony finds it impossible to get a GP's appointment.

Key Matters

Wednesday 09:30 - 09:45

3/5. Ivan Hewett talks to violinist Professor Paul Robertson about E major, a bright and ecstatic key. From 2012.

Daily Service

Wednesday 09:45 - 10:00

Becky meets James B Partridge to learn why adults flock to his 'School Assembly Bangers' - even selling out Glastonbury - to sing nostalgic songs from their childhood.

Man of the People: Paul Graney's Story

Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00

4 Extra Debut. Jeffrey Richards tells the story of Paul Graney who dedicated his life to recording audio of 20th century history. From 2006.

London Particulars

Wednesday 11:00 - 11:45

Victorian Peelers Pip and Thomas go undercover to infiltrate a gang, but get more than they bargained for. Stars Todd Carty.

November Dead List

Wednesday 11:45 - 12:00

3/5. A parish priest suddenly absconds during a murder enquiry. The detective pursues him to Ireland. Stars Nicola Walker.

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

Wednesday 12:00 - 12:30

. 5/6. Compromises needed to pay the phone bill sees Judith selling more than just kitchen units. Stars Douglas Hodge. From July 1996.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 12:30 - 13:00

1/14. Returning from a holiday abroad, Sid tricks the Lad and Bill into smuggling watches. Stars Tony Hancock. From September 1959.

Dot

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

1/4. A national initiative to boost morale causes havoc in the personnel team. Starring Fenella Woolgar. From August 2018.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Wednesday 13:30 - 13:45

3/5. Malachy Tallack's journey around the sixtieth parallel takes him to Alaska, America's 'Last Frontier'. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Wednesday 13:45 - 14:00

8/10. As Arabella's health worsens, Bessy's past life as a prostitute threatens to catch up with her. Stars Lucy Paterson.

The Museum of Curiosity

Wednesday 14:00 - 14:30

1/6. John Lloyd and Bridget Christie welcome comic Jessica Fostekew, engineer Dr Shini Somara and TV producer Linda Agran. From 2019.

Waxwork

Wednesday 14:30 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. 1888: A woman admits to murder, but is she really guilty? Can Detective Sergeant Cribb discover who is? Stars Brian Cox.

Man of the People: Paul Graney's Story

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

4 Extra Debut. Jeffrey Richards tells the story of Paul Graney who dedicated his life to recording audio of 20th century history. From 2006.

London Particulars

Wednesday 17:00 - 17:45

Victorian Peelers Pip and Thomas go undercover to infiltrate a gang, but get more than they bargained for. Stars Todd Carty.

November Dead List

Wednesday 17:45 - 18:00

3/5. A parish priest suddenly absconds during a murder enquiry. The detective pursues him to Ireland. Stars Nicola Walker.

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

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

. 5/6. Compromises needed to pay the phone bill sees Judith selling more than just kitchen units. Stars Douglas Hodge. From July 1996.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

1/14. Returning from a holiday abroad, Sid tricks the Lad and Bill into smuggling watches. Stars Tony Hancock. From September 1959.

Dot

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

1/4. A national initiative to boost morale causes havoc in the personnel team. Starring Fenella Woolgar. From August 2018.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Wednesday 19:30 - 19:45

3/5. Malachy Tallack's journey around the sixtieth parallel takes him to Alaska, America's 'Last Frontier'. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Wednesday 19:45 - 20:00

8/10. As Arabella's health worsens, Bessy's past life as a prostitute threatens to catch up with her. Stars Lucy Paterson.

The Museum of Curiosity

Wednesday 20:00 - 20:30

1/6. John Lloyd and Bridget Christie welcome comic Jessica Fostekew, engineer Dr Shini Somara and TV producer Linda Agran. From 2019.

Waxwork

Wednesday 20:30 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. 1888: A woman admits to murder, but is she really guilty? Can Detective Sergeant Cribb discover who is? Stars Brian Cox.

Unite

Wednesday 22:00 - 22:30

1/6. Sitcom starring Mark Steel and Clare Skinner. Ashley is way out of his depth on his gender politics course, and Tony finds it impossible to get a GP's appointment.

Dan and Nick - The Wildebeest Years

Wednesday 22:30 - 23:00

3/7. Dan Freedman and Nick Romero present spider pathologist Incy Wincy Quincy and The Archers abroad. From August 1998.

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Wednesday 23:00 - 23:30

1/6. John cooks a particularly good lasagne, and we hear a legendary swansong. The award-winning sketch show. From 2019.

Concrete Cow

Wednesday 23:30 - 00:00

2/6. A barrister's playlist sets the mood for his court summing-up. Sketches with Robert Webb and Beth Chalmers. From January 2004.

Thu Nov 20
Man of the People: Paul Graney's Story

Thursday 00:00 - 01:00

4 Extra Debut. Jeffrey Richards tells the story of Paul Graney who dedicated his life to recording audio of 20th century history. From 2006.

London Particulars

Thursday 01:00 - 01:45

Victorian Peelers Pip and Thomas go undercover to infiltrate a gang, but get more than they bargained for. Stars Todd Carty.

November Dead List

Thursday 01:45 - 02:00

3/5. A parish priest suddenly absconds during a murder enquiry. The detective pursues him to Ireland. Stars Nicola Walker.

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

Thursday 02:00 - 02:30

. 5/6. Compromises needed to pay the phone bill sees Judith selling more than just kitchen units. Stars Douglas Hodge. From July 1996.

Hancock's Half Hour

Thursday 02:30 - 03:00

1/14. Returning from a holiday abroad, Sid tricks the Lad and Bill into smuggling watches. Stars Tony Hancock. From September 1959.

Dot

Thursday 03:00 - 03:30

1/4. A national initiative to boost morale causes havoc in the personnel team. Starring Fenella Woolgar. From August 2018.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Thursday 03:30 - 03:45

3/5. Malachy Tallack's journey around the sixtieth parallel takes him to Alaska, America's 'Last Frontier'. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Thursday 03:45 - 04:00

8/10. As Arabella's health worsens, Bessy's past life as a prostitute threatens to catch up with her. Stars Lucy Paterson.

The Museum of Curiosity

Thursday 04:00 - 04:30

1/6. John Lloyd and Bridget Christie welcome comic Jessica Fostekew, engineer Dr Shini Somara and TV producer Linda Agran. From 2019.

Waxwork

Thursday 04:30 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. 1888: A woman admits to murder, but is she really guilty? Can Detective Sergeant Cribb discover who is? Stars Brian Cox.

London Particulars

Thursday 06:00 - 06:45

With a frightened young girl in danger, Pip and Thomas investigate a sophisticated vice ring. Stars Charles Simpson.

November Dead List

Thursday 06:45 - 07:00

4/5. Pursuing the priest to Ireland, DI Flood is too late as he's found dead. But he made a final confession. Stars Nicola Walker.

A Whole New Ball Game

Thursday 07:00 - 07:30

5/6. Robert decides to save Barbara from biker Andy, so enlists Father Benedict as an avenger. Stars Brenda Blethyn. From March 1993.

The Burkiss Way

Thursday 07:30 - 08:00

1/6. The groundbreaking sketch show with cult status. Stars Denise Coffey, Chris Emmett, Fred Harris and Nigel Rees. From August 1976.

Big Broadcast

Thursday 08:00 - 08:30

1/2. Chicago, 1937. A property magnate uses the Hour of Charm radio to run for office. Who can stop him? Stars Susannah Fielding.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Thursday 08:30 - 08:45

4/5. Malachy Tallack's journey along the sixtieth parallel brings him to St Petersburg and then on to Ekenas. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Thursday 08:45 - 09:00

9/10. Bessy's deceptions have tipped her mistress into insanity - and an unwanted guest arrives. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Athena Kugblenu: Magnifying Class

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

Athena Kugblenu examines what it means to be upwardly mobile. She's got a conservatory - what does that say? From 2022.

Key Matters

Thursday 09:30 - 09:45

4/5. Ivan Hewett talks to harpsichordist Terence Charlston about F minor, an anguished and stormy key.

Daily Service

Thursday 09:45 - 10:00

Becky joins the Hymn Society to explore how hymns reflect social change. Janet Wooton shares how nostalgic hymns can comfort, heal, and support those living with dementia.

The Radio Detectives

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

2/5. Professor Jeffrey Richards investigates the casebook of Agatha Christie's Belgian detective and his little grey cells.

A Portrait of

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

Fiona Graham-Mackay paints soprano Danielle de Niese. The revelations go beyond any ordinary interview. From 2017.

London Particulars

Thursday 11:00 - 11:45

With a frightened young girl in danger, Pip and Thomas investigate a sophisticated vice ring. Stars Charles Simpson.

November Dead List

Thursday 11:45 - 12:00

4/5. Pursuing the priest to Ireland, DI Flood is too late as he's found dead. But he made a final confession. Stars Nicola Walker.

A Whole New Ball Game

Thursday 12:00 - 12:30

5/6. Robert decides to save Barbara from biker Andy, so enlists Father Benedict as an avenger. Stars Brenda Blethyn. From March 1993.

The Burkiss Way

Thursday 12:30 - 13:00

1/6. The groundbreaking sketch show with cult status. Stars Denise Coffey, Chris Emmett, Fred Harris and Nigel Rees. From August 1976.

Big Broadcast

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

1/2. Chicago, 1937. A property magnate uses the Hour of Charm radio to run for office. Who can stop him? Stars Susannah Fielding.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Thursday 13:30 - 13:45

4/5. Malachy Tallack's journey along the sixtieth parallel brings him to St Petersburg and then on to Ekenas. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Thursday 13:45 - 14:00

9/10. Bessy's deceptions have tipped her mistress into insanity - and an unwanted guest arrives. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Counterpoint

Thursday 14:00 - 14:30

9/13. Russell Davies hosts the wide-ranging music quiz, with three contestants from Wiltshire, West Sussex and Birmingham. From 2014.

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd

Thursday 14:30 - 16:00

Belgian sleuth Poirot retires to a village where a treacherous killer is lurking. Agatha Christie's whodunnit stars John Moffatt.

The Radio Detectives

Thursday 16:00 - 16:30

2/5. Professor Jeffrey Richards investigates the casebook of Agatha Christie's Belgian detective and his little grey cells.

A Portrait of

Thursday 16:30 - 17:00

Fiona Graham-Mackay paints soprano Danielle de Niese. The revelations go beyond any ordinary interview. From 2017.

London Particulars

Thursday 17:00 - 17:45

With a frightened young girl in danger, Pip and Thomas investigate a sophisticated vice ring. Stars Charles Simpson.

November Dead List

Thursday 17:45 - 18:00

4/5. Pursuing the priest to Ireland, DI Flood is too late as he's found dead. But he made a final confession. Stars Nicola Walker.

A Whole New Ball Game

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

5/6. Robert decides to save Barbara from biker Andy, so enlists Father Benedict as an avenger. Stars Brenda Blethyn. From March 1993.

The Burkiss Way

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

1/6. The groundbreaking sketch show with cult status. Stars Denise Coffey, Chris Emmett, Fred Harris and Nigel Rees. From August 1976.

Big Broadcast

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

1/2. Chicago, 1937. A property magnate uses the Hour of Charm radio to run for office. Who can stop him? Stars Susannah Fielding.

Sixty Degrees North by Malachy Tallack

Thursday 19:30 - 19:45

4/5. Malachy Tallack's journey along the sixtieth parallel brings him to St Petersburg and then on to Ekenas. Read by Sandy Grierson.

The Observations

Thursday 19:45 - 20:00

9/10. Bessy's deceptions have tipped her mistress into insanity - and an unwanted guest arrives. Stars Lucy Paterson.

Counterpoint

Thursday 20:00 - 20:30

9/13. Russell Davies hosts the wide-ranging music quiz, with three contestants from Wiltshire, West Sussex and Birmingham. From 2014.

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd

Thursday 20:30 - 22:00

Belgian sleuth Poirot retires to a village where a treacherous killer is lurking. Agatha Christie's whodunnit stars John Moffatt.

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 - 22:55

3/4. From Trump to YouTube comedians, Alex looks at what it means to be political today. Guests include Alfie Brown. From 2018.

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. Plus Isy Suttie chats to comedian, Ian Smith.

Alex Horne Presents The Horne Section

Thursday 23:00 - 23:30

1/6. Music and comedy with Alex Horne and his five-piece band. Danny Baker champions an instrument that will amuse. From 2013.

Small Scenes

Thursday 23:30 - 00:00

1/4. Symphonious sketches including commentary from the World Ham Shouting Championships and harassment from a footy hero. From 2013.