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Malcolm Lowry, nominated by Ian McMillan
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Poet Ian McMillan chooses the author of Under the Volcano, Malcolm Lowry. With Matthew Parris. From 2019. Show more
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Poet Ian McMillan chooses the author of Under the Volcano, Malcolm Lowry. With Matthew Parris. From 2019. Show more
Nine strangers find themselves thrown together at a remote health resort - what could possibly happen? Read by Kerry Fox. Show more
Stephen Mangan chooses ‘I Recall A Gypsy Woman’ by Don Williams and ‘Who Knows Where The Time Goes?’ by Fairport Convention.
John and Susie love the Edinburgh festival but over just a few days, their world is turned upside down. Stars Kathryn Howden. Show more
William’s hypochondria results in a hospital visit. Stars Mollie Sugden and Deryck Guyler. From September 1975. Show more
Dick Bentley and Jimmy Edwards write a song for a musical then take part in a medical drama. With Joy Nichols. From August 1948. Show more
Terry is plagued by smugglers with big ideas - and Sandra has a stalker. Stars Karl Howman and Phyllis Logan. From August 2000. Show more
4 Extra Debut. From Bruce Springsteen to The Jam. Comedian Micky Flanagan shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2017. Show more
Legendary naturalist Sir David muses on the natural history of perhaps the most lethargic beast in the animal world. From 2009. Show more
Radiolab explores the importance of names and our need to name everything around us. With Lulu Miller and Latif Nasser. Show more
Stephen Mangan chooses ‘I Recall A Gypsy Woman’ by Don Williams and ‘Who Knows Where The Time Goes?’ by Fairport Convention.
Daljit Nagra chooses Between the Ears - Drever, Ligo - Robert Crawford's meditation on physicist Ronald Drever. From 2018. Show more
Milton’s attempt to become an international art dealer leads to a deadly brush with danger. With Tom Goodman-Hill. From 2020. Show more
Francoise Frenkel was a successful Jewish bookseller in Berlin, but 1935 heralded a dark dawn. Read by Samantha Spiro. Show more
Chef Rick Stein chooses 'Wouldn't It Be Lovely' from My Fair Lady, and 'Afternoons And Coffee Spoons' by the Crash Test Dummies.
The arrivals of a new baby and a singular new vicar have big impacts on the lives of the Potter family. With Rosemary Leach. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Follow actor Richard Wilson as he prepares to star in 'The Dog' at Frinton Summer Theatre's weekly rep. From 2014. Show more
The pint-size genius with awesome powers battles to save her school and teacher. Narrator Lenny Henry. With Nichola McAuliffe. Show more
Daljit Nagra chooses Between the Ears - Drever, Ligo - Robert Crawford's meditation on physicist Ronald Drever. From 2018. Show more
Milton’s attempt to become an international art dealer leads to a deadly brush with danger. With Tom Goodman-Hill. From 2020. Show more
Murder is the ultimate crime, and Acton realises it is vital when committing it to pay attention to detail. Stars Nigel Anthony. Show more
Alder, tormented by his dreams, seeks out the reclusive Archmage on the island. Wizards and dragons fantasy with Tom Vanson. Show more
Radiolab explores the importance of names and our need to name everything around us. With Lulu Miller and Latif Nasser. Show more
Stephen Mangan chooses ‘I Recall A Gypsy Woman’ by Don Williams and ‘Who Knows Where The Time Goes?’ by Fairport Convention.
The pint-size genius with awesome powers battles to save her school and teacher. Narrator Lenny Henry. With Nichola McAuliffe. Show more
4 Extra Debut. From Bruce Springsteen to The Jam. Comedian Micky Flanagan shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2017. Show more
Legendary naturalist Sir David muses on the natural history of perhaps the most lethargic beast in the animal world. From 2009. Show more
Milton’s attempt to become an international art dealer leads to a deadly brush with danger. With Tom Goodman-Hill. From 2020. Show more
Despite his comedy career, Nathan's family try persuading him to take a job at Dad's office. With Adjoa Andoh. From March 2012. Show more
Professor Joy Klamp explores the miserable world of partying. Stars Dawn French and Christopher Douglas. From November 2005. Show more
On its 25th anniversary, writers and performers reflect on Gummy Monkey: The Musical. Stars Greg Davies. From April 2007. Show more
Marvel at the meerkats, visit a new theme park... and one man must face 'The Curator'. Stars Marcus Brigstocke. From August 2006. Show more
Murder is the ultimate crime, and Acton realises it is vital when committing it to pay attention to detail. Stars Nigel Anthony. Show more
Alder, tormented by his dreams, seeks out the reclusive Archmage on the island. Wizards and dragons fantasy with Tom Vanson. Show more
Francoise Frenkel was a successful Jewish bookseller in Berlin, but 1935 heralded a dark dawn. Read by Samantha Spiro. Show more
Chef Rick Stein chooses 'Wouldn't It Be Lovely' from My Fair Lady, and 'Afternoons And Coffee Spoons' by the Crash Test Dummies.
The arrivals of a new baby and a singular new vicar have big impacts on the lives of the Potter family. With Rosemary Leach. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Follow actor Richard Wilson as he prepares to star in 'The Dog' at Frinton Summer Theatre's weekly rep. From 2014. Show more
The pint-size genius with awesome powers battles to save her school and teacher. Narrator Lenny Henry. With Nichola McAuliffe. Show more