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Daily prayer and reflection with Rev Peter Baker. Show more
As Natural England look at reintroducing sea eagles in East Anglia, farmers consider keeping lambs in polytunnels, to protect them from the birds of prey. Anna Hill reports. Show more
With Sarah Montague and John Humphrys. Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
Michael Portillo examines the past and future of democracy over 2,500 years. Show more
Presented by Jane Garvey. Why aren't there more women in the judiciary? And should women be able to sell their eggs due to the shortage of donors coming forward? Show more
After a visit to her father in prison Laura goes with her grandparents to meet her mother in a busy square, to be confronted by a woman with heavily dyed hair she barely recognises. Show more
Brett Westwood examines the world of nature and the challenges of wildlife conservation. Following the science and fortunes of Black Bears in the woods of Minnesota. Show more
4 Extra Debut. On the 80th anniversary of Lorraine Hansberry's birth, Adjoa Andoh reflects on the brief but influential career of the African-American playwright and activist. Show more
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National and international news with Martha Kearney.
Comedian and GP Dr Phil Hammond asks three guests to play the track of their choice. With Nick Clegg, Kate Adie and Robin Denselow.
The countdown begins for Lilian, and Paul wonders if the time has come to say how he really feels. Show more
Discovering his wife's affair, surveillance expert Stuart uses it as an aid for teaching. Dark comedy with John Gordon Sinclair. Show more
Presented by Vanessa Collingridge. Including the Somerset bootmaker who changed medical history, and can fiction unravel historical fact? Show more
By Toby Litt. It is 2068 AD. Local application 13/13 has disappeared mysteriously on Europa, and Chief Engineer Chandi Kane arrives at an all-too-human set of conclusions. Show more
Actor Andrew Sachs needs little persuasion to take a well-earned break from penning his autobiography and enjoy a grand day out at the zoo - and a stroll down memory lane.
Kim Phuc, subject of an iconic picture from the Vietnam War, meets the reporter who helped save her life. From May 2010. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Physicist Brian Cox tells Matthew Parris why Carl Sagan inspired him to dedicate his life to science. From May 2010. Show more
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It's summer and all change all-round. Caroline struggles to come to terms with Ruth now being her dad's lover, and agonises over Roddy's shock proposal - the end of an era beckons. Show more
The game is up for Eddie and it's home, sweet home, for Matt. Show more
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With John Wilson, including interviews with Monty Python's Eric Idle as his musical Spamalot begins a national tour, and pianist Louis Lortie on the art of playing Chopin. Show more
A global history of the world told through objects at the British Museum. This week Neil MacGregor is exploring power around the world over 2000 years ago. Today he is in India. Show more
Hilary Andersson investigates numerous allegations of the recent abuse of prisoners held at a top-secret detention site on the US-run Bagram Airbase in Afghanistan. Show more
New research indicates that people who have the eye condition Retinoblastoma may be cleverer than people without the condition. An update from the Thrive gardeners. Show more
Messages about how much water we should drink for optimum health are often confusing and contradictory. Dr Mark Porter talks to the author of a new report to unpick the myths. Show more
Michael Portillo examines the past and future of democracy over 2,500 years. Show more
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British Airways and the Unite union are back in court, debating the legality of strike action. In Westminster, it is the first session of the new parliament. With David Eades. Show more
Delphine de Vigan's tale of adolescence and homelessness, set in contemporary Paris. The arrival of No in the Bertignac household has had a surprising effect on Lou's mother. Show more
Charlie Brooker's comedy panel show. Lee Mack, Josie Long and Tom Basden discuss their worst experiences on public transport and the poorest ideas for restaurants. From May 2010. Show more
Miles Warde tells the inside story of the closure of Cadbury's Somerdale factory near Bristol, with contributions from members of the workforce - many of whom were sacked twice. Show more
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A global history of the world told through objects at the British Museum. This week Neil MacGregor is exploring power around the world over 2000 years ago. Today he is in India. Show more
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