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With Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg. Show more
Hundreds of farmers are set to lose land for the planned high speed rail link between Birmingham and London. Caz Graham hears why they feel the compensation is not enough. Show more
The latest weather forecast for farmers.
Morning news and current affairs with John Humphrys and Justin Webb at the Lib Dem conference with Lord Ashdown on coalition and Michael Gove on education inequality. Show more
Andrew Marr talks to the former MP Lord Hattersley about David Lloyd George; plus writer Andy McSmith, philosopher Mary Midgely and playwright Richard Bean. Show more
Child Sexual Exploitation - how gangs groom and sexually exploit children in Britain. Presented by Jane Garvey. Show more
Amid rising hysteria in Middlesbrough over the murders of prostitutes, Denise's dreams of a happy second marriage are challenged by the possible implication of her husband Phil. Show more
Declan Curry goes back to Northern Ireland to meet David Kirk, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur who is investing time and money in the next generation of local business leaders. Show more
Some redecoration prompts a bout of soul-searching for Sam. Stars Nicholas Le Prevost and Jonathan Pryce. From September 2010. Show more
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Tom Sutcliffe chairs the cryptic general knowledge quiz. The North of England team of Michael Schmidt and Adele Geras take on Scotland's Alan Taylor and Michael Alexander. Show more
Joe's big day has come, and Clarrie keeps Emma's secret. Show more
Improvised drama, devised by Jolyon Jenkins and Abigail Youngman. A reality show contestant makes a bid to overthrow the royal family. Show more
Brian Cox presents a tribute to the genius of Richard Feynman, regarded as the greatest physicist since Einstein and one of science's most inspirational characters. Show more
Ivan Hewett talks to pianist and conductor Jonathan Cohen about the key of A Major, a key often associated with optimism and even ecstasy.
The Food Programme
Northern Ireland and "Focus on Food"
30 minutes
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Northern Ireland's new Focus on Food policy is putting food at the heart of economic growth. But will that be quality food, or cheap commodities? Sheila Dillon visits to find out. Show more
Beyond Belief
The Charedi (ultra orthodox) Jewish communities
30 minutes
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Ernie Rea and guests explore the beliefs and lifestyles of the Jewish Charedi (ultra orthodox) community - the fastest growing group within British Jewry. Show more
Full coverage and analysis of the day's news, with Eddie Mair. Plus Weather.
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Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Tony Hawks, Ross Noble and Sheila Hancock. From September 2010. Show more
Kate causes problems before she's even arrived, and Kenton decides to live life to the full. Show more
Front Row
Herb Alpert; John Pawson; The Town film review
30 minutes
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Trumpeter Herb Alpert reflects on his long career; John Pawson discusses designing a minimalist monastery; and there's a review of The Town, starring Ben Affleck. Show more
A History of the World in 100 Objects
The First Global Economy (1450 - 1600 AD)
The mechanical galleon
14 minutes
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Neil MacGregor's world history explores the impact of the great age of European discovery between 1450 and 1600. Today he is with a magnificent clockwork galleon. Show more
Reporter Jenny Cuffe gains access to an organisation which holds paid seminars on how to end your own life. Show more
Childhood is commonly seen as a time for play and learning. But is this holding children back? Fran Abrams asks whether young people might benefit from a revival of child labour. Show more
Material World
So You Want to Be a Scientist - the final
30 minutes
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Who will be chosen as the BBC's Amateur Scientist of the Year? The four finalists present their results in front of a live audience at the 2010 British Science Festival. Show more
Andrew Marr talks to the former MP Lord Hattersley about David Lloyd George; plus writer Andy McSmith, philosopher Mary Midgely and playwright Richard Bean. Show more
The latest weather forecast.
News and analysis with David Eades in London and Robin Lustig in Liverpool at the Liberal Democrats' conference as Nick Clegg delivers his keynote speech to the rank and file. Show more
When Tess dies, her sister Beatrice refuses to believe she took her own life. Suspenseful thriller read by Hattie Morahan. Show more
Colin Murphy, Dr David Booth and Matthew Collins try to answer the most ridiculous questions. With Dara O Briain. From 2010. Show more
Steve Punt's history of unhip yet mainstream UK begins with how practical rainwear epitomised the 50s and 60s. From May 2010. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. Followed by Weather.
A History of the World in 100 Objects
The First Global Economy (1450 - 1600 AD)
The mechanical galleon
14 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 FMAvailable for over a year
Neil MacGregor's world history explores the impact of the great age of European discovery between 1450 and 1600. Today he is with a magnificent clockwork galleon. Show more
The latest shipping forecast.
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