A storm is gathering in the town, and Esther has a big question for Ken and Keith. Sheila Hancock narrates. From December 2011. Show more
A new series looking at the world of work from stand-up comedian Andrew Maxwell. This week Andrew considers the status of different jobs. Show more
With the Lucky Charm killer at large, the detective is taunted at the station. Nick Fisher's thriller stars Imelda Staunton. Show more
Housekeeper's daughter Jenny falls further in love and Gina sparks money worries for new husband Charles. Stars Gayle Hunnicutt. Show more
From Listen with Mother to helpline problems – an all-star cast with a comic take on life. Stars Sir Ian McKellen. From 2018. Show more
Anneka Rice sheds light on some of life's most challenging topics. This time, she’s talking about death. It's a taboo subject for many, but Anneka opens up to her audience. Show more
With Bill suffering heartache, can The Lad and Sid smooth the path to true love? Stars Tony Hancock. From November 1959. Show more
The new mayor has to chair his very first council meeting and he is scared witless. Stars June Whitfield. From June 1995. Show more
Ian McMillan's irreverent literary game with Mark Thomas, Dillie Keane, Rory Motion and Roger McGough. From October 1997. Show more
A man with a tape measure spells trouble for Rabbi Fine. Stars Tracy-Ann Oberman and David de Keyser. From September 2000. Show more
The priestly sleuth probes a death in an old people's home and uncovers an unlikely case of voyeurism. Stars David Threlfall. Show more
The things you do for a flat in Zone 2. Lianne should have known it was too good to be true. Laurie Penny's short story for radio. Show more
Clowning Around on 4 Extra
2. Victorian clowns and Dan Leno
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Tony Lidington continues tracing the role of the clown in British humour – from the Great Grimaldi to the present day. Show more
With Bill suffering heartache, can The Lad and Sid smooth the path to true love? Stars Tony Hancock. From November 1959. Show more
The new mayor has to chair his very first council meeting and he is scared witless. Stars June Whitfield. From June 1995. Show more
With the Lucky Charm killer at large, the detective is taunted at the station. Nick Fisher's thriller stars Imelda Staunton. Show more
Housekeeper's daughter Jenny falls further in love and Gina sparks money worries for new husband Charles. Stars Gayle Hunnicutt. Show more
Introduced by Siân Phillips to the book 'Rogue Male', the actor stars in the subsequent film. Peter O'Toole concludes his memoir. Show more
Clementine is unhappy when Winston buys Chartwell Manor without her knowledge. With Alex Jennings and Sylvestra Le Touzel. Show more
4 Extra Debut. With Picasso and Leonardo in mind, Chris Ledgard investigates dyslexia, dyspraxia and high artistic ability. From 2015. Show more
The priestly sleuth probes a death in an old people's home and uncovers an unlikely case of voyeurism. Stars David Threlfall. Show more
The things you do for a flat in Zone 2. Lianne should have known it was too good to be true. Laurie Penny's short story for radio. Show more
Ian McMillan's irreverent literary game with Mark Thomas, Dillie Keane, Rory Motion and Roger McGough. From October 1997. Show more
A man with a tape measure spells trouble for Rabbi Fine. Stars Tracy-Ann Oberman and David de Keyser. From September 2000. Show more
From Listen with Mother to helpline problems – an all-star cast with a comic take on life. Stars Sir Ian McKellen. From 2018. Show more
Anneka Rice sheds light on some of life's most challenging topics. This time, she’s talking about death. It's a taboo subject for many, but Anneka opens up to her audience. Show more
Vincent Price tells the tale of faceless commuter Arthur, who proves to be a formidable adversary as danger strikes. With Liz Fraser. Show more
Roy Hudd's son chats to Sally Magnusson about life with 'The News Huddlines' and 'Coronation Street' star. From 2006. Show more
With Bill suffering heartache, can The Lad and Sid smooth the path to true love? Stars Tony Hancock. From November 1959. Show more
The new mayor has to chair his very first council meeting and he is scared witless. Stars June Whitfield. From June 1995. Show more
With the Lucky Charm killer at large, the detective is taunted at the station. Nick Fisher's thriller stars Imelda Staunton. Show more
Housekeeper's daughter Jenny falls further in love and Gina sparks money worries for new husband Charles. Stars Gayle Hunnicutt. Show more
Clowning Around on 4 Extra
2. Victorian clowns and Dan Leno
1 hour on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for years
Tony Lidington continues tracing the role of the clown in British humour – from the Great Grimaldi to the present day. Show more
Anneka Rice sheds light on some of life's most challenging topics. This time, she’s talking about death. It's a taboo subject for many, but Anneka opens up to her audience. Show more
A dizzy Indian ad agency, a lovesick lament to Lahore, and the blundering Bhangra Muffins. Stars Meera Syal. From August 1997. Show more
From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, The Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. And tonight, Iain Lee chats to Josh Barry.
Eavesdropping on animals and Planet Dull. Andy Hamilton and Nick Revell's sharp humour. With Harry Enfield. From October 1987. Show more
John Hegley performs poems dedicated to Bonfire Night and not waving. With Nigel Piper and the Popticians. From September 1998. Show more
The poet-in-residence's mission to bring quiche to the Quays comes to its artistic climax. Stars James Quinn. From June 2002. Show more
Vincent Price tells the tale of faceless commuter Arthur, who proves to be a formidable adversary as danger strikes. With Liz Fraser. Show more
Roy Hudd's son chats to Sally Magnusson about life with 'The News Huddlines' and 'Coronation Street' star. From 2006. Show more
With the Lucky Charm killer at large, the detective is taunted at the station. Nick Fisher's thriller stars Imelda Staunton. Show more
Housekeeper's daughter Jenny falls further in love and Gina sparks money worries for new husband Charles. Stars Gayle Hunnicutt. Show more
Introduced by Siân Phillips to the book 'Rogue Male', the actor stars in the subsequent film. Peter O'Toole concludes his memoir. Show more
Clementine is unhappy when Winston buys Chartwell Manor without her knowledge. With Alex Jennings and Sylvestra Le Touzel. Show more
4 Extra Debut. With Picasso and Leonardo in mind, Chris Ledgard investigates dyslexia, dyspraxia and high artistic ability. From 2015. Show more
The priestly sleuth probes a death in an old people's home and uncovers an unlikely case of voyeurism. Stars David Threlfall. Show more
The things you do for a flat in Zone 2. Lianne should have known it was too good to be true. Laurie Penny's short story for radio. Show more
Ian McMillan's irreverent literary game with Mark Thomas, Dillie Keane, Rory Motion and Roger McGough. From October 1997. Show more
A man with a tape measure spells trouble for Rabbi Fine. Stars Tracy-Ann Oberman and David de Keyser. From September 2000. Show more