4 Extra Debut. Daljit Nagra introduces 'With Great Pleasure'. Sean O'Brien's pick of prose and poetry read by Julia Watson and Deka Walmsley. Show more
Stephen K Amos compiles an idiot's guide to crime and punishment with Alfie Moore, Ava Vidal and Richard Herring. From 2013. Show more
The Old Bailey hack recalls the case of a light-fingered vicar. By John Mortimer, starring Maurice Denham. Show more
Historian Justin Champion explores the world of real life duels in the UK from the 1600s to end of the 19th century. From 2010. Show more
Vampires and Feng Shui in the sketch comedy about growing older disgracefully. Stars Eleanor Bron and Paula Wilcox. From July 2004. Show more
John Lloyd and Sarah Millican with comic Rufus Hound, Eden Project founder Sir Tim Smit and scientist, Doris Vickers. From 2016. Show more
Jones and Godfrey goof on a platoon exercise involving live ammunition. Adapted from TV with Clive Dunn. From June 1976. Show more
Bad driving results in a near-miss for barrister Roger. Stars Richard Briers and Peter Jones. From September 1971. Show more
James Walton chairs the literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Sue Limb and Andrew Motion. From October 2008. Show more
A children's TV show runs a competition to win a visit to the futuristic radio soap. Stars Peter Bowles. From February 2008. Show more
Alexander the Great’s story starts with royal friction after his birth. David Wade's serial stars Barry Foster and Simon Ward. Show more
Elizabeth David Essays
Episode 1: John Wesley's Eye and Pleasing Cheeses
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Nichola McAuliffe takes us on a culinary journey as she reads extracts from essays written by Britain's most inspirational food writer Elizabeth David. Show more
Poor parishioners revolt and curious medical problems in the diary of Somerset parson William Holland. Stars Ronald Pickup.
Jones and Godfrey goof on a platoon exercise involving live ammunition. Adapted from TV with Clive Dunn. From June 1976. Show more
Bad driving results in a near-miss for barrister Roger. Stars Richard Briers and Peter Jones. From September 1971. Show more
The Old Bailey hack recalls the case of a light-fingered vicar. By John Mortimer, starring Maurice Denham. Show more
Historian Justin Champion explores the world of real life duels in the UK from the 1600s to end of the 19th century. From 2010. Show more
As Natalia delves into the past, a miracle leads to a second encounter between her grandfather and the deathless man. Read by Hattie Morahan and David Horovitch. Show more
Incarnations: India in 50 Lives
Akbar: The World and the Bridge
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraAvailable for over a year
Sunil Khilnani looks at the life and times of Akbar, the greatest ruler of the Mughal Empire, who combined a ruthless early career with a later tolerance for religious beliefs. Show more
4 Extra Debut. After a six-year affair, Cheri announces to Lea he is about to enter into an arranged marriage. Stars Frances Barber. Show more
Miner Walter Parkin's family arrive in Yorkshire's Dearne Valley. Life is not easy for daughter Winnie. Read by Richard Stacey. Show more
Alexander the Great’s story starts with royal friction after his birth. David Wade's serial stars Barry Foster and Simon Ward. Show more
James Walton chairs the literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Sue Limb and Andrew Motion. From October 2008. Show more
A children's TV show runs a competition to win a visit to the futuristic radio soap. Stars Peter Bowles. From February 2008. Show more
Vampires and Feng Shui in the sketch comedy about growing older disgracefully. Stars Eleanor Bron and Paula Wilcox. From July 2004. Show more
John Lloyd and Sarah Millican with comic Rufus Hound, Eden Project founder Sir Tim Smit and scientist, Doris Vickers. From 2016. Show more
Can game addict Johnny save an alien planet from the comfort of his sick-bed? Terry Pratchett's sci-fi fantasy stars Tim Smith. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Louise Doughty, Jan Ravens and Anne Enright discuss paperbacks by JG Farrell, Margaret Forster and Chinua Achebe. From July 2001. Show more
Jones and Godfrey goof on a platoon exercise involving live ammunition. Adapted from TV with Clive Dunn. From June 1976. Show more
Bad driving results in a near-miss for barrister Roger. Stars Richard Briers and Peter Jones. From September 1971. Show more
The Old Bailey hack recalls the case of a light-fingered vicar. By John Mortimer, starring Maurice Denham. Show more
Historian Justin Champion explores the world of real life duels in the UK from the 1600s to end of the 19th century. From 2010. Show more
Elizabeth David Essays
Episode 1: John Wesley's Eye and Pleasing Cheeses
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraNichola McAuliffe takes us on a culinary journey as she reads extracts from essays written by Britain's most inspirational food writer Elizabeth David. Show more
Poor parishioners revolt and curious medical problems in the diary of Somerset parson William Holland. Stars Ronald Pickup.
John Lloyd and Sarah Millican with comic Rufus Hound, Eden Project founder Sir Tim Smit and scientist, Doris Vickers. From 2016. Show more
A new dance craze sweeps Lenzie, and Dave finds a new friend. Stars Sanjeev Kohli, Donald McLeary and Kevin Eldon. From May 2011. Show more
A satirical review of the week's news chaired by Miles Jupp. Tune in to hear some bonus material from the live recording that didn't quite make it into the regular weekly show.
This listing contains language that some may find offensive.
Can game addict Johnny save an alien planet from the comfort of his sick-bed? Terry Pratchett's sci-fi fantasy stars Tim Smith. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Louise Doughty, Jan Ravens and Anne Enright discuss paperbacks by JG Farrell, Margaret Forster and Chinua Achebe. From July 2001. Show more
The Old Bailey hack recalls the case of a light-fingered vicar. By John Mortimer, starring Maurice Denham. Show more
Historian Justin Champion explores the world of real life duels in the UK from the 1600s to end of the 19th century. From 2010. Show more
As Natalia delves into the past, a miracle leads to a second encounter between her grandfather and the deathless man. Read by Hattie Morahan and David Horovitch. Show more
Incarnations: India in 50 Lives
Akbar: The World and the Bridge
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraAvailable for over a year
Sunil Khilnani looks at the life and times of Akbar, the greatest ruler of the Mughal Empire, who combined a ruthless early career with a later tolerance for religious beliefs. Show more
4 Extra Debut. After a six-year affair, Cheri announces to Lea he is about to enter into an arranged marriage. Stars Frances Barber. Show more
Miner Walter Parkin's family arrive in Yorkshire's Dearne Valley. Life is not easy for daughter Winnie. Read by Richard Stacey. Show more
Alexander the Great’s story starts with royal friction after his birth. David Wade's serial stars Barry Foster and Simon Ward. Show more
James Walton chairs the literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Sue Limb and Andrew Motion. From October 2008. Show more
A children's TV show runs a competition to win a visit to the futuristic radio soap. Stars Peter Bowles. From February 2008. Show more
