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With John Humphrys and James Naughtie.
6.25, 7.25 and 8.25 Sports News
7.48 Thought for the Day With Dr Mona Siddiqui. Exclusive - Humphrys on the Hutton fall-out: plO

Contributors

Unknown:
John Humphrys
Unknown:
James Naughtie.
Unknown:
Dr Mona Siddiqui.

3/3. Journalist and broadcaster Philippa Kennedy concludes her history of Fleet Street.
Prestige, Propaganda and Profits. The 20th century saw tabloids emerge as a potent new force on Fleet Street - but competition was to arrive in the shape of radio and television. Then came the Wapping dispute of the late 1980s and a revolution in production that was without parallel in the history of the British newspaper. In no time at all, Fleet Street was almost literally "out of print", as title after title abandoned the area. So, do newspapers still have a future in the era of satellite news and the internet? Producer Andrew Green

Contributors

Unknown:
Philippa Kennedy
Producer:
Andrew Green

4/6. A Bride Too Far by Simon Brett. Charlotte is miffed that no one is interested in anything except Emily and Nick's wedding. What can a girl do to get herself some attention?
Producer Simon Brett

Contributors

Unknown:
Simon Brett. Charlotte
Producer:
Simon Brett
Anna:
Rosemary Leach
Victoria:
Angela Thorne
Charlotte:
Celia Imrie
Emily:
Lisa Coleman
Eddie:
James Greene
Nick:
Kieran Hill

4/6. In the cryptic quiz show cunningly disguised as a radio treasure hunt, Pete McCarthy is joined by David Stafford , Sue Gaisford and Robin Simon as they race against the clockto locate a mystery treasure where X marks the spot. Producer Sarah Rowlands

Contributors

Unknown:
Pete McCarthy
Unknown:
David Stafford
Unknown:
Sue Gaisford
Unknown:
Robin Simon
Producer:
Sarah Rowlands

By Philip Palmer.
Marco Polo's famous and controversial book was written in a prison in Genoa at the end of the 13th century. It became one of the most popular books in Europe, despite the common view that it was full of extravagant invention.
Perhaps this account of Marco's relationship with the sceptical cellmate who wrote it all down involves a little invention too...

Contributors

Writer:
Philip Palmer
Producer/Director:
Toby Swift
Marco Polo:
Conleth Hill
Rustichello:
Paul Rhys

Laurie Taylor hears how one of the most notorious street gangs in American history declared it would be, henceforth, a non-violent social movement acting on behalf Of the dispossessed. Producer Jacqueline Smith

Contributors

Unknown:
Laurie Taylor
Producer:
Jacqueline Smith

4/4. A last look inside the covers of radio's favourite quality Sunday newspaper, featuring copious pull-out sections. This week's highlights include William Marchent 's weekly column about writing a weekly column, and the continued search forthe worst lies evertold. With Rebecca Front, Simon Greenall , Emma Kennedy , Tracy-Ann Oberman ,
Chris Langham and Ewan Bailey. Producer Helen Williams

Contributors

Unknown:
William Marchent
Unknown:
Simon Greenall
Unknown:
Emma Kennedy
Unknown:
Tracy-Ann OBErman
Unknown:
Chris Langham
Unknown:
Ewan Bailey.
Producer:
Helen Williams

Mark Lawson presents the arts show and meets the Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas on the day he arrives in Britain to receive the Royal Gold Medal, one of architecture's most prized awards. Producer Nicki Paxman

Contributors

Unknown:
Mark Lawson
Producer:
Nicki Paxman

3/5. By Lou Wakefield and Carole Hayman.
At their mutual suitor's funeral, Vera is convinced that Irene pushed her into the grave - leading to bitter recriminations. Irene visits her daughter in Australia and struggles with the preparation of an indigenous Australian-themed wedding breakfast.
For more details see Monday Repeated from 10.45am

Contributors

Unknown:
Lou Wakefield
Unknown:
Carole Hayman.
Irene:
Prunella Scales
Vera:
Patricia Routledge
Howard:
Christopher Kelham

Michael Buerk chairs a debate in which Melanie Phillips , Michael Gove , Claire Fox and Professor Steven Rose cross-examine witnesses who hold conflicting views on the moral complexities behind one of the week's news stories.
Producer David Coomes Repeated on Saturday

Contributors

Unknown:
Michael Buerk
Unknown:
Melanie Phillips
Unknown:
Michael Gove
Unknown:
Claire Fox
Unknown:
Steven Rose
Producer:
David Coomes

3/5. By Julie Orringer. Read by Teresa Gallagher. Note to Sixth-Grade Self. "On Wednesdays wear a skirt. A skirt is better for dancing. Don't even bother trying to sit with Patricia and Cara. Sit alone and do not look at anyone. "Ayoung girl finds ways to steer a path through the humiliations inflicted by the two most popular girls at school. For details see Monday

Contributors

Unknown:
Julie Orringer.
Read By:
Teresa Gallagher.

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