With the Rev Peter Francis.

Presented by Miriam O'Reilly.

With John Humphrys and James Naughtie.
6.45 Yesterday in Parliament
6.25,7.25,8.25 Sports News
7.48 Thought for the Day With Dr Lavinia Byrne.
8.32 L W only Yesterday in Parliament

Melvyn Bragg and his guests explore the history of ideas as they discuss the events and inspirations that have influenced our age.
Shortened repeat at 9.30pm

Melvyn Bragg discusses a history of the concept of virtue from the ancient Greeks to modern ideas, and examines why we need it and what ideals of behaviour provide a universal framework for it. Show more

With Jenni Murray.
Drama: The Magpie Stories. Part 9. Drama repeated at 7.45pm

Toxic Utah. In the first of a new series Julian Pettifer discusses Skull Valley, Utah, where a small North
__ American Indian tribe is planningto take possession of 40,000 tons of high level nuclearwaste to store on its reservation. A historic legal anomaly means that despite furious opposition, it appears there is very little anyone can do to stop them. Producer Caroline Pare Editor Maria Balinska

Last of two programmes marking the 25th anniversary of the pioneering company Tara Arts. 2: Ghettoblasters? The British-Asian scene has never been a more vibrant showcase for talent than now. Writers and performers who have cut their teeth in companies such as Tara Arts and Tamasha are now reaching out to new audiences through television and film as well as the stage. Producer Mukti Jain Campion

With Liz Barclay and John Waite.

With Nick Clarke.

Helen Mark meets the people and wildlife of the British countryside. Extended 6.10am

Repeated from yesterday 7pm

On the anniversary of the night of her execution, it is rumoured that Anne Boleyn still haunts her family home in Norfolk. Is it possible that her ghost is trapped within the walls, trying to escape? Anne tells her own story of events leading to her execution.

Anaemia. You may look pale and tired but only a blood test can confirm whether you're anaemic. Heavy periods and bleeding stomach ulcers are common causes of iron-deficiency anaemia, which can be treated with supplements. Barbara Myers and her guest, the haematologist Dr Brian Colvin , explain other possible causes of anaemia and the treatments available.
Producer Paula McGrath Phone in yourquestions: [number removed]. ore-mail: checkup@bbc.co.uk

Patricia Hodge appeals for a charity which provides support, understanding and hope to those affected by an eating disorder.
Producer Laurence Grissell
DONATIONS: Eating Disorders Association. [address removed] CREDIT CARDS: Freephone [number removed] Repeated from Sunday 7.55am

Another in the series of five winning entries from Radio 4's online short story competition.
4: The Beam Room. By Joan Osbaldeston. In the sweeping light and dark at the top of a lighthouse, the keeper waits for a visitation from a ghostly face in the sea below. Read by Geoffrey Whitehead. Producer Jeremy Mortimer

Another chance to hear Jessica Holm 's visit to London's Natural History museum to meet the owner of a foot-long claw found in a Surrey brickpit and discovers whetherthis is the mysterious predator scientists have been looking for. For details see Monday

Repeated from Sunday4pm

Science series. As Nasa prepares for a technical makeover of the orbiting Hubble space telescope, Quentin Cooper talks to astronomers about even more powerful space telescopes forfuture launch. How long will we have to wait to see Earth-sized planets around distant stars?
Producer Andrew Luck-Baker E-MAIL: material.world@bbc.co.uk

With Eddie Mair and Carolyn Quinn.

David Hatch chairs the radio quiz about radio. This week Kate Adie and Ken Bruce lay down the gauntlet to Laurie Taylor and Pam Ayres. What's the connection between pictures of a naked Marilyn Monroe and radio; and was there really a documentary about a cult obsessed with cream Cheese? Producer Viv Black

Alarm in Underwoods. Rptd tomorrow 2pm

The arts show with interviews, news and reviews. Presented by Mark Lawson. Producer Robyn Read

Ten tales forthe superstitious.
9: Nine for Truth. By Shelley Silas.
Anna wants know what her husband is really up to.
DirectorClaire Grove For details see Monday Repeated from 10.45am

A year afterthe Selby rail crash, in which ten people lost their lives, this programme follows the progress of some of the survivors, who have bonded together to overcome feelings of despair, fear and even guilt that they lived when others on the ill-fated express train did not. Producer Susan Mitchell

Many giant companies are letting outside contractors do the vital task of making the products they put their names on. Peter Day finds out why they don't want to dirty their hands with a production line.
(Repeated Sunday 9.30pm)

This week, Geoff Watts attempts to distinguish the wood from the trees and delves into the murky world of forest pathology. The redwood trees of California have fallen prey to a sinister condition that is spreading rapidly through the state parks where the trees are found. But what is causing the redwoods to fall? Forest pathologists Matteo Garbelotto and David Rizzo are on the hunt forthis silent killer and Molly Bentley helps them pick up some clues. Producer Alexandra Feachem. E MAIL: scirad@bbc.co.uk

With Robin Lustig.

By Ian McEwan. 9: France 1940. The retreat to Dunkirk has begun. Read by Sian Thomas. For details see Monday

A satirical look at the week's news and media events. Starring Simon Evans , Dave Lamb , Chris Pavlo and Laura Shavin. Producer Alex Walsh-Taylor

Part 4. Repeated from 9.45am