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With John Humphrys and James Naughtie.
6.25, 7.25,8.25 Sports News
7.20 Yesterday in Parliament
7.48 Thought for the Day
With the Rt Rev Richard Harries
8.50 Yesterday in Parliament

Contributors

Unknown:
John Humphrys
Unknown:
James Naughtie.
Unknown:
Richard Harries

A magical Indian tale of a myth coming to life.
Madhur Jaffrey goes in search of the mystical river
Saraswati which is described in the ancient Hindu scriptures as both a goddess and a life source, yet has never been found. But evidence is now emerging of an enormous prehistoric river that fits all the descriptions and its discovery could benefit millions. Could this be the miracle river?
(R)

Contributors

Presenter:
Madhur Jaffrey
Producer:
Tanya Datta

Jim Sweeney's comedy-drama continues to plot the divergent lives of old school friends.
This week, Helen's ice cream project has the opposition licked.

Contributors

Writer:
Jim Sweeney
Producer:
Steve Doherty
Patrick:
Jim Sweeney
Helen:
Cathryn Harrison
Billy:
Steve Steen
Moira:
Sadie Shimmin
Joe:
Stephen Frost
Maria:
Flaminia Cinque
Charlie:
Izzy de Rosario
Young man:
Dave Lamb
Young Woman:
Emma Kennedy

Roger Bolton rifles through the mailbag to find your opinions. To airyour views on what you've heard on BBC Radio, write to: Feedback, PO Box 2100,
London W1A 1QT, phone: [number removed], fax: [number removed], or email: feedback@bbc.co.uk Producer Margaret Budy Repeated on Sunday at 8pm

Contributors

Unknown:
Roger Bolton
Producer:
Margaret Budy

Last Love
Set on the marshes of East Anglia, piano teacherMiss Osyth fears she has missed the opportunity for love. But the arrival of young Alexis Beaumont kindles her passion. Dramatised by Ted Moore.
Director Michael Fox

Contributors

Unknown:
Alexis Beaumont
Dramatised By:
Ted Moore.
Director:
Michael Fox
Bennett:
Gerry Hlnks
Miss Osyth:
Meriel Scholfleld
Alexis:
Tristan Gemmill
Minnie:
Ellie Beaven
Bill:
Cliff Howells

A new series in which Steve Chalke searches out those special individuals who are transforming the places where they I ive to create a new future for themselves and those around them.
1: Wild Redesdale - a Rural Renaissance
In Northumberland people have responded to the hardships of the foot and mouth outbreak. Over 40 organisations have joined forces in a scheme acting as a catalyst for economic growth in this hard-hit and remote part Of the country. Producer Sandra Sykes.

Contributors

Unknown:
Steve Chalke
Producer:
Sandra Sykes.

From fashion accessory to sandwich holder, the lunch box has a place in many lives.
Mariella Frostrup and Valentine Cunningham recall their experiences Of this social icon. Producer Helen Garrison

Contributors

Unknown:
Mariella Frostrup
Unknown:
Valentine Cunningham
Producer:
Helen Garrison

More from the topical comedy and satirical show, starring Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis , with Mitch Benn , Marcus Brigstocke , Emma Kennedy and Jon Holmes. Producer Adam Bromley Repeated on Saturday at 12.30pm BBC RADIO COLLECTION: Four episodes of this comedy are available on audio cassette and CD from www.bbcshop.com. Call [number removed]

Contributors

Unknown:
Steve Punt
Unknown:
Hugh Dennis
Unknown:
Mitch Benn
Unknown:
Marcus Brigstocke
Unknown:
Emma Kennedy
Unknown:
Jon Holmes.
Producer:
Adam Bromley

Tea and sympathy at Home Farm.
Written by Caroline Harrington
Director Keri Davies Editor Vanessa Whitburn ARCHERS ADDICTS FAN CLUB: send an SAE to [address removed]

Contributors

Written By:
Caroline Harrington
Director:
Keri Davies
Editor:
Vanessa Whitburn
David:
Timothy Bentinck
Ruth:
Felicity Finch
Pat:
Patricia Galllmore
Elizabeth:
Alison Dowling
Tony:
Colin Skipp
Tom:
Tom Graham
Brian:
Charles Collingwood
Jennifer:
Angela Piper
Simon:
Garrick Hagon
Debbie:
Tamsin Greig
Jack:
Arnold Peters
Joe:
Edward Kelsey
Clarrie:
Rosalind Adams
William:
Philip Molloy
Edward:
Barry Farrimond
Neil:
Brian Hewlett
Susan:
Charlotte Martin
Emma:
Felicity Jones
Brenda:
Amy Shindler
Bert:
Eric Allan
Siobhan:
Caroline Lennon
Caroline:
Sara Coward
Oliver:
Michael Cochrane
Chaba:
Mate Haumann

Jonathan Dimbleby is in the chair at the National Society for Epilepsy in Chalfont St Peter,
Buckinghamshire, with a panel that includes the Shadow Foreign Secretary Michael Ancram MP; Martin Bowley, Chair of the Bar Lesbian and Gay Group, and Simon Hughes MP, Liberal Democrat Spokesman on Home Affairs.
Producer Victoria Wakely

Contributors

Unknown:
Jonathan Dimbleby
Unknown:
Michael Ancram
Unknown:
Martin Bowley
Unknown:
Simon Hughes
Producer:
Victoria Wakely

Gambling. Poker-player Victoria Coren , city whizzkid and "spoofing" champion Henry Peevers and Jude Collins of the Irish News join Matthew Parris to discuss the eternal appeal of Lady Luck. Producer Peter Everett

Contributors

Unknown:
Victoria Coren
Unknown:
Henry Peevers
Unknown:
Jude Collins
Unknown:
Matthew Parris
Producer:
Peter Everett

The series that analyses the durability of pop songs looks at Procul Harum's A Whiter Shade of Pale, which, in the summer of 1967, intoxicated the world with its psychedelic mix of swirling Hammond organ, surreal lyrics and harmonies borrowed from Bach. The song's lead vocalist, Gary Brooker , traces the song's evolution, with help from mobile DJ Dave Jansen and guitarist Nick Bell. Producer Alan Hall

Contributors

Unknown:
Gary Brooker
Unknown:
Dave Jansen
Guitarist:
Nick Bell.
Producer:
Alan Hall

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