Pam Ayres' world of food, from childhood to the present day, in poetry and sketches. With Geoffrey Whitehead. From April 2006. Show more
When Andrew wins a real human skull they unleash a curse that might bring their magical quest to an end. Meanwhile, Siobhan goes on a date with two demons. Lucky girl! Show more
DS Dave Brook confronts a notorious crime family, who seem to have all the answers. Stars Ray Brooks and Christopher Blake. Show more
Roberta, Phyllis and Peter jump to the rescue as Mother falls ill and a Russian turns up at the station. Stars Timothy Bateson. Show more
James Boswell tries to write a biography of Karl Marx, who needs some help. Stars Miles Jupp and Julian Rhind-Tutt. From 2016. Show more
Radio 4 favourite Ken Cheng is back with more material than ever. In this first episode, he takes on the biggest story since his last series and talks all things Coronavirus. Show more
The Lad, Sid and Bill get stranded, so face a long walk home in the rain. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From October 1959. Show more
The sisters gather to discuss Emily's future, with the help of creepy teacher Nigel. Stars Rosemary Leach. From August 1998. Show more
James Walton chairs the literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Harry Ritchie and Simon Brett. From October 2008. Show more
A school bus driver’s way of helping anyone in a jam splits opinion among passengers and governors. With Shaun Curry. From 2001. Show more
Lady Clonbrony wants her son to make a good marriage, but his affections are not to be bought. Stars Stephen Rea and Anna Healy. Show more
Poet and cultural icon Dr John Cooper Clarke takes Complete Control of 4 Extra selecting more favourite shows from the BBC radio archives. Show more
The Lad, Sid and Bill get stranded, so face a long walk home in the rain. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From October 1959. Show more
The sisters gather to discuss Emily's future, with the help of creepy teacher Nigel. Stars Rosemary Leach. From August 1998. Show more
DS Dave Brook confronts a notorious crime family, who seem to have all the answers. Stars Ray Brooks and Christopher Blake. Show more
Roberta, Phyllis and Peter jump to the rescue as Mother falls ill and a Russian turns up at the station. Stars Timothy Bateson. Show more
Hoffman’s manuscript describes his first childhood encounter with Melmoth. Read by Greta Scacchi and Anton Lesser. Show more
Christine gets involved in the strike, much to Andrew Manson's consternation. Stars Richard Fleeshman and Catrin Stewart. Show more
The Three Voyages of Captain Cook
Terra Australis Incognita
30 minutes on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for years
Dr Nigel Rigby on Cook's second voyage to the South Pacific, which, in many ways, amounted to a negative achievement. From 2002. Show more
Lady Clonbrony wants her son to make a good marriage, but his affections are not to be bought. Stars Stephen Rea and Anna Healy. Show more
James Walton chairs the literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Harry Ritchie and Simon Brett. From October 2008. Show more
A school bus driver’s way of helping anyone in a jam splits opinion among passengers and governors. With Shaun Curry. From 2001. Show more
James Boswell tries to write a biography of Karl Marx, who needs some help. Stars Miles Jupp and Julian Rhind-Tutt. From 2016. Show more
Radio 4 favourite Ken Cheng is back with more material than ever. In this first episode, he takes on the biggest story since his last series and talks all things Coronavirus. Show more
The captive crew of Orbiter 2 uncover the true nature of the aliens and where they have been imprisoned. Stars Andrew Crawford. Show more
Peter Sellers' son Michael tells Sally Magnusson about the ups and downs of growing up with a famous funny father. From September 2005. Show more
The Lad, Sid and Bill get stranded, so face a long walk home in the rain. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From October 1959. Show more
The sisters gather to discuss Emily's future, with the help of creepy teacher Nigel. Stars Rosemary Leach. From August 1998. Show more
DS Dave Brook confronts a notorious crime family, who seem to have all the answers. Stars Ray Brooks and Christopher Blake. Show more
Roberta, Phyllis and Peter jump to the rescue as Mother falls ill and a Russian turns up at the station. Stars Timothy Bateson. Show more
Poet and cultural icon Dr John Cooper Clarke takes Complete Control of 4 Extra selecting more favourite shows from the BBC radio archives. Show more
Radio 4 favourite Ken Cheng is back with more material than ever. In this first episode, he takes on the biggest story since his last series and talks all things Coronavirus. Show more
Flight of the Conchords
Neil Finn Saves the Day!
30 minutes on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for 3 months
After the band splits, Jemaine holds auditions in the toilets. Stars Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement. From October 2005. Show more
Irangate surprise - and ethical robbers. Andy Hamilton and Nick Revell's sharp humour. With Harry Enfield. From October 1987. Show more
After meeting Rory McGrath on TV, the legendary player is called to Buckingham Palace. Stars Chris Douglas. From May 2004. Show more
The captive crew of Orbiter 2 uncover the true nature of the aliens and where they have been imprisoned. Stars Andrew Crawford. Show more
Peter Sellers' son Michael tells Sally Magnusson about the ups and downs of growing up with a famous funny father. From September 2005. Show more
DS Dave Brook confronts a notorious crime family, who seem to have all the answers. Stars Ray Brooks and Christopher Blake. Show more
Roberta, Phyllis and Peter jump to the rescue as Mother falls ill and a Russian turns up at the station. Stars Timothy Bateson. Show more
Hoffman’s manuscript describes his first childhood encounter with Melmoth. Read by Greta Scacchi and Anton Lesser. Show more
Christine gets involved in the strike, much to Andrew Manson's consternation. Stars Richard Fleeshman and Catrin Stewart. Show more
The Three Voyages of Captain Cook
Terra Australis Incognita
30 minutes on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for years
Dr Nigel Rigby on Cook's second voyage to the South Pacific, which, in many ways, amounted to a negative achievement. From 2002. Show more
Lady Clonbrony wants her son to make a good marriage, but his affections are not to be bought. Stars Stephen Rea and Anna Healy. Show more
James Walton chairs the literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Harry Ritchie and Simon Brett. From October 2008. Show more
A school bus driver’s way of helping anyone in a jam splits opinion among passengers and governors. With Shaun Curry. From 2001. Show more