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Daily prayer and reflection with Kevin Franz of the Religious Society of Friends.

News and issues in rural Britain with Mark Holdstock.

With John Humphrys and Evan Davis. Sports Desk at 6.25am, 7.25am, 8.25am; Yesterday in Parliament at 6.45am; Weather at 6.05am, 6.57am, 7.57am; Thought for the Day at 7.48am.

4/4: Michelin Stars. Quentin Letts takes a witty but thought-provoking look at some great British institutions.

A research group in the Antarctic implement initiation rites to help with bonding. Presented by Claudia Hammond. From April 2008.

The Making of Mr Hai's Daughter: Seeta Indrani reads from Yasmin Hai's account of her assimilation into the English way of life. 2/5: Mr Hai decides to make his children English.

Harriet Harman and Liz Kelly on ending violence against women. Plus, writer Jacqueline Walker on 60s London, and singer Catherine Bott with songs from the Edwardian music hall.

Great Animal Migrations: Philippa Forrester and Brett Westwood present the series following the movement and migration of animals across the planet.

A light-hearted look at the history of the footnote in western literature, from the scribbled notes in the margin of a manuscript to multi-layered systems such as Wikipedia.

Consumer news and issues with Winifred Robinson and Liz Barclay.

With Liz Barclay and Winifred Robinson.
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National and international news with Martha Kearney.

Jeremy Summerly takes a look at the history of the boy choristers who have sung the daily liturgy in English cathedrals and collegiate churches for fourteen hundred years.

Usha encounters some strong opposition. Show more

Unpredicted, by Annie McCartney. A Stormont Assembly candidate is rattled when his family begin receiving anonymous messages, accusing him of hypocrisy on the issue of abortion.

Writer Alison Weir gives some guidance on John Tiptoft to a Midland re-enactment troupe. Show more

Leslie Phillips reads from WMW Fowler's definitive cookery manual for men. 2/5: Rook, Cormorant and Christmas. A recipe for an alternative roast dinner.

Bowen hits Manchester to explore the rise of lofts during the 1980s - a change in people's expectations of what homes could be. From April 2008.

Michael Rosen presents the series that takes a close look at the words we use, where they come from and how we play with them. He examines the concept of bad language. Show more

Actor and writer Mark Gatiss chooses an actor most noted for horror film roles, Peter Cushing. With Matthew Parris. From 2008. Show more

Robert Kennedy reacts to Lyndon Johnson 's decision not to seek another term as president. For details see Saturday

John Tusa looks back at the events making the news 40 years ago. Robert Kennedy reacts to Lyndon Johnson's decision not to seek another term as president. Show more

Full coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair. Including at 5.57pm Weather.

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4, followed by Weather.

When Ed upsets a Holocaust survivor, who would have thought it might lead to love? With Morwenna Banks. From November 2007.

Will's day takes a turn for the worse. Show more

Arts news and reviews with Mark Lawson, including an interview with writer Kate Summerscale, whose new book examines a true Victorian murder case.

Stephen Wakelam's account of the relationship between Thomas Hardy and his second wife Florence. 2/5: Hardy engineers a meeting between Florence and his wife Emma.

Emily Maitlis explores the workings of the British Council as the organisation approaches its 75th anniversary.

Peter White with news and information for the blind and partially sighted.

Dr Mark Porter investigates health issues of the day. He looks at the latest treatments for the problems that occur with abnormal activity of the thyroid gland.

4/4: Michelin Stars. Quentin Letts takes a witty but thought-provoking look at some great British institutions.

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National and international news and analysis with Ritula Shah. Including reports on a possible split in Zanu-PF over Zimbabwe's election and opposition to Ukraine's joining NATO.

Mister Pip, by Lloyd Jones. 2/10: Mr Watts has promised to introduce the children to Mr Dickens. This surprises them, for they thought Mr Watts the only white person on the island.

The National Theatre of Brent illuminate the lives of siblings Charlotte, Emily and Anne. Stars Patrick Barlow. From April 2007.

News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with Susan Hulme.

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4, followed by weather.

The Making of Mr Hai's Daughter: Seeta Indrani reads from Yasmin Hai's account of her assimilation into the English way of life. 2/5: Mr Hai decides to make his children English.

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