Poet-in-Residence Daljit Nagra introduces a profile of poet Elizabeth Bishop. Presented by Paul Farley. From April 2012. Show more
Isy’s tale of her driving instructor and a mysterious girl he admires from afar, while she learns more life lessons. From 2013. Show more
This listing contains language that some may find offensive.
Wayne Hemingway pays tribute to 1950s designers, Robin and Lucienne Day, whose vision transformed post-war Britain. From 2011. Show more
When an old musician friend turns up after 40 years abroad, Roy begins to smell a rat. Stars Ram Jam Holder. From October 2003. Show more
John Lloyd and Jo Brand welcome comedian Lucy Porter, etymologist Mark Forsyth and advertising legend Dave Trott. From 2017. Show more
With Jennifer 'expecting', a weekend in the country goes awry. Stars Wendy Craig and Francis Matthews. From October 1970. Show more
A clairvoyant helps to find the pier's fabled booty. Dad's Army spin-off with Ian Lavender and Betty Marsden. From October 1984. Show more
Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game with Paul Merton, Jenny Eclair, Gyles Brandreth and Pam Ayres. From February 2010.
Two city gents finally admit they’ve been sacked and take action. Stars Donald Hewlett and Michael Knowles. From November 1984. Show more
Attorney and tenant Samuel Dockwrath sets out to prove his suspicions over the inheritance of Orley Farm. Stars Ronald Pickup. Show more
Kate Mosse - The Mistletoe Bride and Other Haunting Tales
The Mistletoe Bride
15 minutes on BBC Radio 4 Extra
A young bride's happiness on her wedding day comes to a tragic and abrupt end. Read by Bryony Hannah. Introduced by Kate Mosse. Show more
A ploy to satisfy aristocratic whim goes horrifically awry in this ballet remoulded into a radio play of hidden identities and thwarted love. Stars Hannah Gordon. Show more
With Jennifer 'expecting', a weekend in the country goes awry. Stars Wendy Craig and Francis Matthews. From October 1970. Show more
A clairvoyant helps to find the pier's fabled booty. Dad's Army spin-off with Ian Lavender and Betty Marsden. From October 1984. Show more
This listing contains language that some may find offensive.
Wayne Hemingway pays tribute to 1950s designers, Robin and Lucienne Day, whose vision transformed post-war Britain. From 2011. Show more
Visiting his wife in hospital, Georgy Jachmenev recalls early life in Imperial Russia. David Warner reads John Boyne's novel. Episode 1 of 10. Show more
Historian Amanda Vickery reveals the hidden history of home over 400 years, beginning with the very heart of private life - the marital bed.
Doctor's wife Emma embarks on a series of affairs to escape provincial life. Stars John Hurt, Sarah Smart and Jude Akuwudike. Show more
An early loss for the passionate poet-turned-musician. Liel Leibovitz's biography read by Julian Barrett and Colin Stinton. Show more
Attorney and tenant Samuel Dockwrath sets out to prove his suspicions over the inheritance of Orley Farm. Stars Ronald Pickup. Show more
Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game with Paul Merton, Jenny Eclair, Gyles Brandreth and Pam Ayres. From February 2010.
Two city gents finally admit they’ve been sacked and take action. Stars Donald Hewlett and Michael Knowles. From November 1984. Show more
When an old musician friend turns up after 40 years abroad, Roy begins to smell a rat. Stars Ram Jam Holder. From October 2003. Show more
John Lloyd and Jo Brand welcome comedian Lucy Porter, etymologist Mark Forsyth and advertising legend Dave Trott. From 2017. Show more
In Paddy's absence Captain, Jet Morgan and his crew explore the asteroid. 1955 classic set in 1972. Stars Andrew Faulds. Show more
A Good Read
Carol Drinkwater & Peter Stanford
30 minutes on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for over a year
4 Extra Debut. Sue MacGregor, Carol Drinkwater and Peter Stanford on Ann Patchett, F Scott Fitzgerald and Alexandra Fuller's books. From August 2003. Show more
With Jennifer 'expecting', a weekend in the country goes awry. Stars Wendy Craig and Francis Matthews. From October 1970. Show more
A clairvoyant helps to find the pier's fabled booty. Dad's Army spin-off with Ian Lavender and Betty Marsden. From October 1984. Show more
This listing contains language that some may find offensive.
Wayne Hemingway pays tribute to 1950s designers, Robin and Lucienne Day, whose vision transformed post-war Britain. From 2011. Show more
Kate Mosse - The Mistletoe Bride and Other Haunting Tales
The Mistletoe Bride
15 minutes on BBC Radio 4 Extra
A young bride's happiness on her wedding day comes to a tragic and abrupt end. Read by Bryony Hannah. Introduced by Kate Mosse. Show more
A ploy to satisfy aristocratic whim goes horrifically awry in this ballet remoulded into a radio play of hidden identities and thwarted love. Stars Hannah Gordon. Show more
John Lloyd and Jo Brand welcome comedian Lucy Porter, etymologist Mark Forsyth and advertising legend Dave Trott. From 2017. Show more
Tom Robinson joins the quick-fire comic for stand-up, sketches and music. With Angela McHale and Mike Wilmot. From March 2005. Show more
The Comedy Club Interviews
Thom Tuck - Part 1
5 minutes on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for over a year
The best in contemporary comedy. Thom Tuck chats to Josie Long.
Miles Jupp's house guests for his weekly news-based shindig are Andy Hamilton, Andrew Maxwell, Angela Barnes and Susan Calman. Show more
Sir Arthur Streeb-Greebling on beekeeping and a startling fossilised discovery. Stars Peter Cook and Chris Morris. From January 1994. Show more
In Paddy's absence Captain, Jet Morgan and his crew explore the asteroid. 1955 classic set in 1972. Stars Andrew Faulds. Show more
A Good Read
Carol Drinkwater & Peter Stanford
30 minutes on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for over a year
4 Extra Debut. Sue MacGregor, Carol Drinkwater and Peter Stanford on Ann Patchett, F Scott Fitzgerald and Alexandra Fuller's books. From August 2003. Show more
This listing contains language that some may find offensive.
Wayne Hemingway pays tribute to 1950s designers, Robin and Lucienne Day, whose vision transformed post-war Britain. From 2011. Show more
Visiting his wife in hospital, Georgy Jachmenev recalls early life in Imperial Russia. David Warner reads John Boyne's novel. Episode 1 of 10. Show more
Historian Amanda Vickery reveals the hidden history of home over 400 years, beginning with the very heart of private life - the marital bed.
Doctor's wife Emma embarks on a series of affairs to escape provincial life. Stars John Hurt, Sarah Smart and Jude Akuwudike. Show more
An early loss for the passionate poet-turned-musician. Liel Leibovitz's biography read by Julian Barrett and Colin Stinton. Show more
Attorney and tenant Samuel Dockwrath sets out to prove his suspicions over the inheritance of Orley Farm. Stars Ronald Pickup. Show more
Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game with Paul Merton, Jenny Eclair, Gyles Brandreth and Pam Ayres. From February 2010.
Two city gents finally admit they’ve been sacked and take action. Stars Donald Hewlett and Michael Knowles. From November 1984. Show more