Fortified by caffeine, nicotine and alcohol, the diplomats tackle the drug barons. Starring Dinsdale Landen. From December 1990. Show more
The all-women sketch show starring Lynda Bellingham, Gwyneth Strong and Joanna Monro. From February 1999. Show more
The suave sleuth switches his attention from the River Thames to a London nightclub. Stars Peter Coke and Marjorie Westbury. Show more
Grant's researcher Brent uncovers some facts that throw new light on the received version of history. Read by Paul Young. From February 2005. Show more
Hapless vicar Timothy Carswell steps in when the over-70s keep fit club gets out of hand. Stars James Grout. From March 1991. Show more
By Rona Munro. A comic retelling of events at Dunsinane Castle when Macbeth's porter took charge. Stanley Baxter plays the porter who saved a king. Show more
Surprises are in store as the Lad heads back for prize-giving day at his old school. Stars Tony Hancock. From January 1957. Show more
Professor Prune is incarcerated, and Bill Oddie rhapsodises the flowers in the garden. With John Cleese. From March 1969. Show more
Jobsworth caretaker Ramsay Potts' love of rules sparks catastrophe for an MP in a lift. Stars Roy Dotrice. From January 1982. Show more
Still hunting the killer, hack George Cragge denies he is retiring. Comedy thriller with Michael Williams. From December 1999. Show more
BBC Radio Young Writers: 25 Years On
Episode 7: Listen to My Inside Mind
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Hugh tells bizarre and tragic stories to his children, but they're long departed. Abigail Docherty's play stars Maurice Denham.
John Fordham recalls the buzz of a 1953 charity concert by American artists, during a ban of them performing in the UK.
By Julia Butler. A young boy struggling to adapt to a new environment comes alive on the football pitch. Stories showcasing new Scottish writing. Read by Simon Tait. Show more
In Sean Moffatt's play, Phil starts and ends his day with just pennies, but manages to win and lose a fortune. Stars Joe Taylor.
Sophie Grigson celebrates the unsung heroes of the feast, meeting a farmer who grows horseradish on an industrial scale, so crucial is it to the success of Sunday lunch.
Surprises are in store as the Lad heads back for prize-giving day at his old school. Stars Tony Hancock. From January 1957. Show more
Professor Prune is incarcerated, and Bill Oddie rhapsodises the flowers in the garden. With John Cleese. From March 1969. Show more
The suave sleuth switches his attention from the River Thames to a London nightclub. Stars Peter Coke and Marjorie Westbury. Show more
Grant's researcher Brent uncovers some facts that throw new light on the received version of history. Read by Paul Young. From February 2005. Show more
Vanity Fair by William Makepeace Thackeray
3. Admirers
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraAvailable for years
A lascivious lawyer and a dashing captain - Becky Sharp continues to attract admirers. Stephen Fry narrates. With Emma Fielding. Show more
Alan Dein uncovers some coin-op audio booth recordings made in the 1960s, by young sweethearts Sylvia Oliver and David Goodman.
Back in London, down to her last fake passport and in fear for her life, former spy Sally recalls how she forged a new identity. Stars Eileen Atkins.
The acclaimed actor recalls dark days of misfortune for his wife and son, plus tales of Burton and Taylor and the Old Vic. From September 1996.
BBC Radio Young Writers: 25 Years On
Episode 7: Listen to My Inside Mind
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraHugh tells bizarre and tragic stories to his children, but they're long departed. Abigail Docherty's play stars Maurice Denham.
John Fordham recalls the buzz of a 1953 charity concert by American artists, during a ban of them performing in the UK.
Mel's got some goodies lined up today, including the early life of Walt Disney, the mystery of Saint Galgano who left his sword in a stone, and how to pick a winkle.
Bingo Little fancies a waitress. Can Bertie Wooster's valet help? PG Wodehouse romp with Richard Briers and Michael Hordern. From June 1973. Show more
Hapless vicar Timothy Carswell steps in when the over-70s keep fit club gets out of hand. Stars James Grout. From March 1991. Show more
An android built by the computers on spaceship Challenger suffers severe logic failure. Stars Sean Arnold and Amanda Murray. Show more
One word is the key to the Grimoire. But is Arcos able to harness its magical power? Stars Trevor Peacock and Francis Thomson. Show more
Surprises are in store as the Lad heads back for prize-giving day at his old school. Stars Tony Hancock. From January 1957. Show more
Professor Prune is incarcerated, and Bill Oddie rhapsodises the flowers in the garden. With John Cleese. From March 1969. Show more
The suave sleuth switches his attention from the River Thames to a London nightclub. Stars Peter Coke and Marjorie Westbury. Show more
Grant's researcher Brent uncovers some facts that throw new light on the received version of history. Read by Paul Young. From February 2005. Show more
By Julia Butler. A young boy struggling to adapt to a new environment comes alive on the football pitch. Stories showcasing new Scottish writing. Read by Simon Tait. Show more
In Sean Moffatt's play, Phil starts and ends his day with just pennies, but manages to win and lose a fortune. Stars Joe Taylor.
Sophie Grigson celebrates the unsung heroes of the feast, meeting a farmer who grows horseradish on an industrial scale, so crucial is it to the success of Sunday lunch.
Arthur Smith presents music and comedy from his home in Balham, South London. With Katie Melua. From April 2011. Show more
The Sheffield singer hosts a special edition of Countdown with Richard Whiteley. Stars Graham Fellows. From March 2000. Show more
Mary discovers that there's no place like home. 1770 America sitcom stars Andy Hamilton and Jay Tarses. From June 2004. Show more
The groundbreaking Radio 4 phone-in show, hosted by the legendary Gary Bellamy. Brought to you by the creators of The Fast Show. With Rhys Thomas. Show more
An android built by the computers on spaceship Challenger suffers severe logic failure. Stars Sean Arnold and Amanda Murray. Show more
One word is the key to the Grimoire. But is Arcos able to harness its magical power? Stars Trevor Peacock and Francis Thomson. Show more
The suave sleuth switches his attention from the River Thames to a London nightclub. Stars Peter Coke and Marjorie Westbury. Show more
Grant's researcher Brent uncovers some facts that throw new light on the received version of history. Read by Paul Young. From February 2005. Show more
Jobsworth caretaker Ramsay Potts' love of rules sparks catastrophe for an MP in a lift. Stars Roy Dotrice. From January 1982. Show more
Still hunting the killer, hack George Cragge denies he is retiring. Comedy thriller with Michael Williams. From December 1999. Show more
BBC Radio Young Writers: 25 Years On
Episode 7: Listen to My Inside Mind
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraHugh tells bizarre and tragic stories to his children, but they're long departed. Abigail Docherty's play stars Maurice Denham.
John Fordham recalls the buzz of a 1953 charity concert by American artists, during a ban of them performing in the UK.
By Julia Butler. A young boy struggling to adapt to a new environment comes alive on the football pitch. Stories showcasing new Scottish writing. Read by Simon Tait. Show more
In Sean Moffatt's play, Phil starts and ends his day with just pennies, but manages to win and lose a fortune. Stars Joe Taylor.
Sophie Grigson celebrates the unsung heroes of the feast, meeting a farmer who grows horseradish on an industrial scale, so crucial is it to the success of Sunday lunch.
