Hack George Cragge thinks an unrelated murder may be connected after all. Comedy thriller with Michael Williams. From June 1998. Show more
The American humorist reveals how turtles have featured in all his life in ‘Loggerheads’. Plus, more from his diary. From 2015. Show more
After a plot to depose the Emperor, the Roman detective uncovers a nest of vipers. Lindsey Davis's thriller stars Anton Lesser. Show more
Quentin Blake profiles of one of the most influential cartoon strips of the 20th century and its creator George Herriman, the first black cartoonist in print. From August 2007.
When a landlord's daughter offers to help run the pub, his reaction is unexpected. Stars Michael Williams. From December 1998. Show more
Comedy writer and producer Henry Normal uses poetry, storytelling and comedy to explore life's big questions. From 2017. Show more
Dr Y's time machine and a crazy audience sing-along. Sketches and songs with Graeme Garden and David Hatch. From November 1965. Show more
Kenneth Connor stands in for Harry Secombe, as Neddie Seagoon picks up a lavish NHS prescription for his broken legs. From 1959. Show more
Martin Young hosts the famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Sue Cook and Annabel Giles. From January 2000. Show more
Confusion reigns when love blossoms among the staff of the 9.27 London to Exeter. Stars Jeremy Swift. From November 2009. Show more
Home Front - Omnibus
Episode 66: 26-30 December 1916
58 minutes on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for years
In the week in 1916 when Germany's peace offer was rejected by the Allies, Christmas week still brings some festive cheer to Tyneside. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Miss Colleen learns to drive with Mr Podstovski. She is not a good pupil, but he is not a good teacher. Read by Siobhan Redmond.
4 Extra Debut. Drama imagining a day in the life of author Hans Christian Andersen as a child, and his magical creativity. Stars Ellis Hollins. Show more
Dr Y's time machine and a crazy audience sing-along. Sketches and songs with Graeme Garden and David Hatch. From November 1965. Show more
Kenneth Connor stands in for Harry Secombe, as Neddie Seagoon picks up a lavish NHS prescription for his broken legs. From 1959. Show more
After a plot to depose the Emperor, the Roman detective uncovers a nest of vipers. Lindsey Davis's thriller stars Anton Lesser. Show more
Quentin Blake profiles of one of the most influential cartoon strips of the 20th century and its creator George Herriman, the first black cartoonist in print. From August 2007.
Sir Edward Leithen worries that missing Francis Galliard has been abandoned in the freezing Canadian Wilds. Read by Paul Young.
How independent publishing houses are coping in the digital age. Robert McCrum's stories of great British publishers. From October 2013. Show more
The time arrives for Dinah to decide where her heart really lies. Stars Katherine Igoe, Vicki Liddelle and Thomas Arnold.
The one man ukulele tour of Great Britain ends in Cape Wrath, as Mark Wallington reflects on his journey. Read by Hugh Dennis. Show more
Home Front - Omnibus
Episode 66: 26-30 December 1916
58 minutes on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for years
In the week in 1916 when Germany's peace offer was rejected by the Allies, Christmas week still brings some festive cheer to Tyneside. Show more
Martin Young hosts the famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Sue Cook and Annabel Giles. From January 2000. Show more
Confusion reigns when love blossoms among the staff of the 9.27 London to Exeter. Stars Jeremy Swift. From November 2009. Show more
When a landlord's daughter offers to help run the pub, his reaction is unexpected. Stars Michael Williams. From December 1998. Show more
Comedy writer and producer Henry Normal uses poetry, storytelling and comedy to explore life's big questions. From 2017. Show more
The captive crew discover what the aliens want from them, and Chipper causes concern. Stars Nicky Henson and Barry Foster. Show more
It is so much more than just 'da da da dum'. Exploring the impact of Beethoven's 5th Symphony. With Dana Cameron. From 2013. Show more
Dr Y's time machine and a crazy audience sing-along. Sketches and songs with Graeme Garden and David Hatch. From November 1965. Show more
Kenneth Connor stands in for Harry Secombe, as Neddie Seagoon picks up a lavish NHS prescription for his broken legs. From 1959. Show more
After a plot to depose the Emperor, the Roman detective uncovers a nest of vipers. Lindsey Davis's thriller stars Anton Lesser. Show more
Quentin Blake profiles of one of the most influential cartoon strips of the 20th century and its creator George Herriman, the first black cartoonist in print. From August 2007.
4 Extra Debut. Miss Colleen learns to drive with Mr Podstovski. She is not a good pupil, but he is not a good teacher. Read by Siobhan Redmond.
4 Extra Debut. Drama imagining a day in the life of author Hans Christian Andersen as a child, and his magical creativity. Stars Ellis Hollins. Show more
Comedy writer and producer Henry Normal uses poetry, storytelling and comedy to explore life's big questions. From 2017. Show more
Thomas Hardy's exciting idea to make his books even sadder. Sketches starring David Mitchell and Robert Webb. From 2013. Show more
The life-juggling Manchester DJ must also cope with the build-up to the wedding of the year. Stars Justin Moorhouse. From 2012. Show more
Hypnotist Paul McKenna gets a taste of his own medicine. Sketch show with Nick Golsen and Tim de Jongh. From January 1997. Show more
The captive crew discover what the aliens want from them, and Chipper causes concern. Stars Nicky Henson and Barry Foster. Show more
It is so much more than just 'da da da dum'. Exploring the impact of Beethoven's 5th Symphony. With Dana Cameron. From 2013. Show more
After a plot to depose the Emperor, the Roman detective uncovers a nest of vipers. Lindsey Davis's thriller stars Anton Lesser. Show more
Quentin Blake profiles of one of the most influential cartoon strips of the 20th century and its creator George Herriman, the first black cartoonist in print. From August 2007.
Sir Edward Leithen worries that missing Francis Galliard has been abandoned in the freezing Canadian Wilds. Read by Paul Young.
How independent publishing houses are coping in the digital age. Robert McCrum's stories of great British publishers. From October 2013. Show more
The time arrives for Dinah to decide where her heart really lies. Stars Katherine Igoe, Vicki Liddelle and Thomas Arnold.
The one man ukulele tour of Great Britain ends in Cape Wrath, as Mark Wallington reflects on his journey. Read by Hugh Dennis. Show more
Home Front - Omnibus
Episode 66: 26-30 December 1916
58 minutes on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for years
In the week in 1916 when Germany's peace offer was rejected by the Allies, Christmas week still brings some festive cheer to Tyneside. Show more
Martin Young hosts the famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Sue Cook and Annabel Giles. From January 2000. Show more
Confusion reigns when love blossoms among the staff of the 9.27 London to Exeter. Stars Jeremy Swift. From November 2009. Show more