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Shipping Forecast

The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping

Shipping Forecast: 26/09/2008

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Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

News Briefing

News Briefing: 26/09/2008

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Prayer for the Day

Prayer for the Day: 26/09/2008

BBC Radio 4 - Prayer for the Day, 26/09/2008

Daily prayer and reflection with Claire Campbell Smith.

Farming Today

The latest news about food, farming and the countryside

Farming Today: 26/09/2008

BBC Radio 4 - Farming Today, 26/09/2008

News and issues in rural Britain, with Charlotte Smith.

With Charlotte Smith. Producer Fran Barnes

Today

Radio 4's flagship news and current affairs programme; including Thought for the Day

Radio 4's flagship news and current affairs programme; including religious reflections from Thought for the Day at 0748

Today: 26/09/2008

BBC Radio 4 - Today, 26/09/2008

Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.

With John Humphrys and Sarah Montague. Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.

Presented by John Humphrys and Sarah Montague.

Democrat Congressman Jim McDermott discusses how long it could take to reach an agreement on President Bush's proposed multi-billion dollar rescue package for America's troubled financial institutions.

Robert Peston reports that the Bank of England, the European Central Bank, the Swiss National Bank and the Federal Reserve are to lend out money for a week.

Former Lib Dem leader Sir Menzies Campbell argues for a review of defence capability.

Anna Walker, chief executive of The Healthcare Commission, says patients need to be able to rely on out-of-hours GPs rather than A and E.

Sir David Attenborough says that Europe's amphibians are in danger of being wiped out.

Thought For The Day with the Chief Rabbi Sir Jonathan Sacks.

Professor Colin Blakemore and Dr Philip Murphy discuss the classification of ecstasy.

Vincent Reinhart, former Director of Monetary Affairs at the Federal Reserve, says that the US bail-out plan was flawed from the outset.

Wyre Davies reports on Paul McCartney's first gig in Israel.

Antoine Sabbhag and Barbara Mellor discuss the wartime diaries of Agnes Humbert.

American troops have exchanged fire with Pakistani forces on the Afghan border. General Ehsan ul Haq and John Simpson discuss what this means for foreign diplomacy.

A Europe-wide ban on all childrens food imported from China has come into force. Chris Mason reports from Brussels on the European Commission's decision.

Poet Seamus Heaney's translation of The Burial at Thebes: Sophocles' Antigone into verse has now been transformed into an opera. Nicola Stanbridge reports.

Economist Jon Kay explains why the banks need help from the US Treasury.

With John Humphrys and Sarah Montague. 
6.25, 7.25, 8.25 Sports News 
7.48 Thought for the Day 
With the Chief Rabbi Jonathan Sacks. Editor of Today Ceri Thomas

The Reunion

Series which reunites a group of people intimately involved in a moment of modern history

The Reunion: Construction of the Channel Tunnel

21/09/2008

Construction of the Channel Tunnel

BBC Radio 4 - The Reunion, Construction of the Channel Tunnel

Sue brings together some key players involved in the construction of the Channel Tunnel.

Sue MacGregor presents the series which reunites people involved in a moment of modern history. She brings together some key players in the construction of the Channel Tunnel.

Sue MacGregor presents the series which reunites a group of people intimately involved in a moment of modern history.

She brings together some of the key players involved in the construction of the Channel Tunnel.

5/5. Sue MacGregor reunites some of the key players involved in the construction of the Channel Tunnel, including Graham Corbett , Eurotunnel's chief financial officer, and Graham Fagg , the tunneller who made first contact with France. Rptd from Sunday at 11.15am

Book of the Week

Serialised book readings, featuring works from various genres

Serialised book readings, featuring works of non-fiction, biography, autobiography, travel, diaries, essays, humour and history

Book of the Week: This Is Not About Me

Book of the Week: This Is Not About Me: Episode 5

Episode 5

This Is Not About Me

BBC Radio 4 - Book of the Week, This Is Not About Me, Episode 5

Janice is beginning to see potential in her future, but first she must escape the past.

Janice Galloway's memoir of her 1950s upbringing. Janice is beginning to see potential in her future, but first she must escape the familiar patterns and secrets from her past.

Award-winning novelist Janice Galloway's memoir of her impoverished upbringing in 1950s Ayrshire.

Janice is beginning to see potential in her future, but first she must escape the familiar patterns and secrets from the past that threaten to drag her down.

Novelist Janice Galloway's memoir of her upbringing in 1950s Ayrshire

Act of Worship

Book of the Week:This Is Not About Me

5/5. Eleven-year-old Janice is beginning to see potential in her future - but first she must escape the familiar patterns and secrets from the past that threaten to drag her down. By Janice Galloway. For details see Monday Repeated at 12.30am

Woman's Hour

Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.

Woman's Hour: Xanthe Clay on recipes; ADHD

Xanthe Clay on recipes; ADHD

BBC Radio 4 - Woman's Hour, Xanthe Clay on recipes; ADHD

Author Xanthe Clay discusses the difference between recipes on the page and in our heads.

Author Xanthe Clay explains the difference between recipes on the page and in our heads. Plus the role parents play in treating ADHD, and 'queen bee syndrome' discussed.

Presented by Jane Garvey. 
10.45 Shattered 5/5 The Woman's Hour drama. 
Editor Jill Burridge For details see drama repeat at 7.45pm

Follow the Money

BBC Radio 4 - Follow the Money

Alkarim Jivani investigates the human stories behind the flow of money across the world.

Alkarim Jivani investigates the human stories behind the flow of money across the world. Money transfer is big business and speaks volumes about migration and inner city culture.

Alkarim Jivani investigates the human stories behind the flow of money across the world. In the UK, money transfer shops are doing a roaring trade. Money transfer is big business and speaks volumes about migration, inner city culture and the ebb and flow of cash across continents.

In the UK, money-transfer shops are doing a roaring trade. Money transfer is big business and speaks volumes about migration, inner-city culture and the ebb and flow of cash across continents. Alkarim Jivani investigates the economics and the human stories behind the global money flows. Producer Anne-Marie Cole

Psmith in the City

Psmith in the City by PG Wodehouse: The Haunting of Mr Bickersdyke

The Haunting of Mr Bickersdyke

Psmith in the City by PG Wodehouse

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The indomitable Psmith hatches a plan to take revenge. Stars Nick Caldecott.

The indomitable Psmith hatches a plan to take revenge on bullying manager, Mr Bickersdyke. Stars Nick Caldecott. From 2008.

The indomitable Psmith hatches a plan to take revenge on bullying manager Mr Bickersdyke.

PG Wodehouse’s comic adventures of the extraordinary Psmith and his friend Mike in the world of Edwardian finance.

Dramatised by Marcy Kahan

PG Wodehouse ..... Simon Williams
Psmith ..... Nick Caldecott
Mike Jackson ..... Inam Mirza
John Bickersdyke ..... Stephen Critchlow
Mr Rossiter ..... Chris Pavlo
Mr Waller ..... Jonathan Tafler
Pleasure Seeker ..... Dan Starkey
Bannister ..... Robert Lonsdale

Producer:  Abigail le Fleming

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2008.

BBC Radio 4 Extra

Your digital radio entertainment station showcasing the best in comedy and drama

Your digital radio entertainment station showcasing the best in comedy and drama. With recent favourites from BBC Radio 4.

PG Wodehouse comedy set in the world of Edwardian finance. Stars Nick Caldecott.

PG Wodehouse comedy set in the world of Edwardian finance. Starring Simon Williams and Nick Caldecott.

Psmith in the City: The Haunting of Mr Bickersdyke

2/4. The indomitable Psmith hatches a plan to take revenge on bullying manager Mr Bickersdyke.

From the books by P.G. Wodehouse, dramatised by Marcy Kahan.

You and Yours

You and Yours: 26/09/2008

BBC Radio 4 - You and Yours, 26/09/2008

Consumer news and issues with Liz Barclay and Winifred Robinson.

Presented by Liz Barclay and Winifred Robinson.

Speaking to a man whose holiday has doubled in price in recent weeks.

Actor and comedian Liz Carr shares her experiences of disabled travel.

Stand-up comedian and broadcaster Mark Thomas talks about his book investigating the conduct of the company behind the most famous brand in the world, Coca-Cola.

Martha Lane Fox talks about her work in prison reform, travel and her latest business venture: karaoke.

Bookmakers' pitch positions, which have been bought and sold since the late 1990s, will not be recognised by racecourses from 2012. We speak to Stephen Atkins, Chief Executive of the Racecourse Association.

Barclaycard has received the maximum fine of 50,000 pounds for making too many silent calls through their automated call centre.

Topical issues and consumer reports, presented by Liz Barclay and Winifred Robinson. Series editor Andrew Smith

Weather

Weather: 26/09/2008

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World at One

Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment, with Sarah Montague.

World at One: 26/09/2008

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National and international news with Shaun Ley.

The World at One

News and analysis, presented by Shaun Ley. Editor Peter Rippon

Feedback

Radio 4's forum for comments, queries, criticisms and congratulations

Feedback: 26/09/2008

BBC Radio 4 - Feedback, 26/09/2008

Roger Bolton airs listeners' views on BBC radio programmes and policy.

2/11. Roger Bolton introduces listeners' views on BBC radio programmes. 
Producer Brian McCluskey Repeated on Sunday at 8pm ADDRESS: Feedback, PO Box 2100, London W1A 10T phone: [number removed] email: [address removed]

The Archers

An intense and gripping week of events unfolds in Ambridge. Listen to all the drama here.

The Archers: 25/09/2008

25/09/2008

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Tom makes Jazzer an offer he can't refuse.

After a good result from the latest TB test - only one reactor - Ed's ready to put everything into promoting the open day. Oliver buys him a lunchtime drink to thank him for his hard work. 

Jennifer's surprised but pleased that Jazzer's interested in the display from the dig, until she realises that he's heard there's a mummified body on display. Jazzer's mad with Ed for winding him up. 

Lilian calls on Peggy and Jack but there's nobody at home. No-one's seen them all day and Lilian and Jennifer are concerned. When Jack and Peggy eventually return, Peggy can't understand all the fuss and insists there was no need to send out a search party. Despite this, Lilian and Jennifer think Peggy looks exhausted. 

Tom offers Jazzer a full-time job with the pigs, saying he'll make it worth his while. Jazzer thinks about it but decides it's not the right career move. If Tom needs more help at Home Farm, he'll have to find himself another pigman.

Episode written by Simon Frith.

Drama on 4

Drama from BBC Radio 4 and Radio 4 Extra.

Afternoon Drama

Drama on 4: Caesar Price our Lord

Caesar Price our Lord

BBC Radio 4 - Drama on 4, Caesar Price our Lord

By Fin Kennedy. Illusionist Caesar Price has reproduced most of the miracles of Jesus.

By Fin Kennedy. Illusionist Caesar Price has reproduced most of the miracles of Jesus and built a cult following, but what will happen when he decides to stage the crucifixion?

By Fin Kennedy

Illusionist Caesar Price has reproduced nearly all of the miracles of Jesus and built a massive cult following but is he prepared for what will happen when he decides to stage the crucifixion? 

In a near-future London, society is in distress. In the midst of climate chaos, people are seeking solace in the promises of new strains of religion. Illusionist Caesar Price has already walked on water; resurrected people from the dead and fed thousands from one tin of sardines. When he announces that his next 'miracle' will be the crucifixion and eventual resurrection a media frenzy erupts. Is Caesar Price merely an illusionist or is there something more?


Caesar.....Lee Ingleby
Sam.....Aidan Parsons
Lois.....Emma Cunniffe
Mum.....Joanne Mitchell
Dad/Ben.....Conrad Nelson
Alan/Pastor.....Robert Pickavance
Barry.....David Fleeshman
Judy.....Carla Henry

Original music by Jon Nicholls
Directed by Nadia Molinari.

Afternoon Play: Caesar Price Our Lord

Illusionist Caesar Price has reproduced nearly all of the miracles of Jesus and built a massive cult following. But is he prepared for what will happen when he decides to stage the crucifixion? By Fin Kennedy.

Costing the Earth

Fresh ideas from the sharpest minds working toward a cleaner, greener planet

Costing the Earth: Hurrah for the Eco Car

Hurrah for the Eco Car

BBC Radio 4 - Costing the Earth, Hurrah for the Eco Car

Tom Heap investigates the possibilities of a new generation of greener cars.

A new generation of greener vehicles using electricity or hydrogen fuel technology are being trumpeted as the future of the motor car in a world without oil. Tom Heap investigates.

Politicians tell us that the future of motoring is electric, and several of the major car companies are launching a new generation of greener vehicles using hydrogen fuel technology. All are being trumpeted as the salvation of the motor car in a world without oil. But despite being promised green cars as long ago as the 90s, very few have yet to materialise on our roads. Tom Heap investigates.

Tom Heap tries to reignite enthusiasm for the eco car. These electric or hydrogen-powered vehicles were once heralded as the future of motoring but. for the most part, have failed to materialise as viable alternatives to petrol power. Repeated from yesterday at 9pm

Afternoon Reading

Short stories or abridged books, often from new writers

Afternoon Reading: Will You Love Me Tomorrow?

Afternoon Reading: Will You Love Me Tomorrow?: Episode 5: Echo

Episode 5: Echo

Will You Love Me Tomorrow?

Echo

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Rosie Jackson's modern take on the old myth of Echo and Narcissus.

Offbeat love stories from various writers. Rosie Jackson's tale, a modern take on the myth of Echo and Narcissus, features a woman who finds herself in love with a busy executive.

Offbeat love stories from a variety of writers.

Rosie Jackson's tale is a modern take on the old myth of Echo and Narcissus. When a woman finds herself in love with a busy executive, her initial subservience turns to self-preservation and quiet revenge.

Read by Bonnie Hurren.

Offbeat love stories from a variety of writers

5/5. Echo. A modern take on the old myth of Echo and Narcissus. When a woman finds herself in love with a busy executive her initial subservience turns to self-preservation and quiet revenge. Rosie Jackson 's story is read by Bonnie Hurren. For details see Monday

America, Empire of Liberty

America, Empire of Liberty: Episode 10: Taxes, Tea and Rights

Episode 10

Episode 10: Taxes, Tea and Rights

Taxes, Tea and Rights

BBC Radio 4 - America, Empire of Liberty, Taxes, Tea and Rights

Colonists throw tea into Boston Harbour as a protest against a tax imposed by the British.

Series charting the history of America, written and presented by David Reynolds. Colonists throw tea into Boston Harbour as a protest against a tax imposed by the British.

Series charting the history of America, written and presented by David Reynolds.

Colonists throw thousands of pounds of tea into Boston Harbour as a protest against a tax imposed by the British.

Series charting the history of America, written and presented by David Reynolds

10/30. Taxes, Tea and Rights. David Reynolds recalls the Boston Tea Party of December 
1773 which saw colonists protest against the British government's taxation policies by dumping crates of tea bricks belonging to the British East India Company into Boston harbour. For details see Monday; See also 9pm

Last Word

Radio 4's weekly obituary programme, telling the life stories of those who have died recently

Last Word: 26/09/2008

BBC Radio 4 - Last Word, 26/09/2008

Matthew Bannister presents the obituary series.

Matthew Bannister presents the obituary series, analysing and celebrating the life stories of people who have recently died.

Matthew Bannister presents the obituary series, analysing and celebrating the life stories of people who have recently died. The programme reflects on people of distinction and interest from many walks of life, some famous and some less well known.

Obituary series with Matthew Bannister. 
Producer Julia Johnson Repeated on Sunday at 8.30pm

The Film Programme

The latest releases, the hottest stars and the leading directors, plus news and insights

The latest releases, the hottest stars and the leading directors, plus news and insights from the film world

The Film Programme: 26/09/2008

BBC Radio 4 - The Film Programme, 26/09/2008

Francine Stock talks to Alexander Sokurov about his new film Alexandra.

The latest movie news and reviews. Francine Stock talks to Alexander Sokurov, director of Russian Ark, about his new film Alexandra, which is set in an army camp in Chechnya.

The Film Programme: Alexander Sokurov

Francine Stock talks to film-maker Alexander Sokurov, director of "Russian Ark", about his new film "Alexandra", which is set in an army camp in Chechnya.

Afternoon news and current affairs programme

Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines

PM: 26/09/2008

BBC Radio 4 - PM, 26/09/2008

Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Carolyn Quinn.

Full coverage and analysis of the day's news with Carolyn Quinn. Plus Weather.

Analysis of news headlines and reports, presented by Carolyn Ouinn.

Six O'Clock News

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4

Six O'Clock News: 26/09/2008

BBC Radio 4 - Six O'Clock News, 26/09/2008

National and international news from BBC Radio 4.

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

Six o'Clock News

The News Quiz

Topical panel quiz show, taking its questions from the week's news stories.

The News Quiz: Series 66

The News Quiz: Series 66: Episode 1

Episode 1

Series 66

BBC Radio 4 - The News Quiz, Series 66, Episode 1

Sandi Toksvig chairs. Panellists include Andy Hamilton, Francis Wheen and Jeremy Hardy.

Sandi Toksvig chairs the topical comedy quiz. Panellists include Andy Hamilton, Francis Wheen and Jeremy Hardy.

Sandi Toksvig chairs the topical comedy quiz

1/9. Sandi Toksvig hosts the veteran comedy panel game, guaranteed to make mincemeat out of the news. Guests are Andy Hamilton, Francis Wheen and Jeremy Hardy.
Producer Ed Morrish Repeated tomorrow at 12.30pm RT DIRECT: To order The News Quiz: Read All about It
(released 9 October) for Â£9.09 (RRP E12.99) inc p&p, call [number removed] (calls from landlines cost no more than 8p per minute) quoting RT266, or visit www.bbcshop.com

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