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Egg producers hope bigger cages for their hens will change the image of the industry, and Farming Today hears that worms are in need of a PR make-over. Show more
This week Libby Purves is joined by Segun Lee-French, Ray and Vi Donovan, Mary Coughlan and Simon Winchester. Show more
Presented by Jenni Murray. Jenni is joined by the choreographer Arlene Phillips. We look at the issue of vaginal atrophy and ask whether cuts to child benefit are tough but fair. Show more
Mark Lawson's murder mystery about the deaths of government committee members. An autopsy reveals that Dame Imelda Sharp may have been killed by an experimental drug. Show more
Matthew Parris reveals the final despatches from British diplomats behind the Iron Curtain. Valedictory missives show the perils of trying to forecast international affairs. Show more
From Al Pacino to Keith Harris and Orville, Jon Culshaw and friends probe the private lives of the famous. From July 2010. Show more
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National and international news with Martha Kearney.
The X Factor dominates the red tops - is all publicity for the show good publicity; Talk Sport takes on Russell Brand; dealing with journalists after a family tragedy. Show more
Kate's plans are thwarted and Brian tries to reach a compromise. Show more
Detective series created by Danny Brocklehurst. DCI Stone opens up an investigation into the death of a war veteran, after allegations of murder. Show more
Paul Lewis and expert panel take your questions on benefits. Show more
A comic tale of broken porcelain and a surprising offer of marriage. By the author of The Railway Children. Read by Jenny Agutter. Show more
Peter and Dan Snow investigate the diaries and letters of Wellington's forces in the Peninsular War. Looting and pillaging were rife as the rival armies clashed. Show more
Thinking Allowed
Drugs trial calamity - McCarthy stigma
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Laurie Taylor examines new research looking at the work prospects of blacklisted US actors and film workers during the McCarthy period from 1945-1960. Show more
Sally Magnusson provides an insight into the various scientific uses for urine, asking whether we will ever make the cultural shift necessary to embrace this golden resource. Show more
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The museum staff pitch their ideas for a special exhibition. Stars Geoffrey Palmer and Julian Rhind-Tutt. From June 2008. Show more
It's starters for ten at the Bull pub quiz and Jazzer is full of bright ideas.
Front Row
Alan Sugar, Don Bachardy on Christopher Isherwood
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Mark Lawson talks to Alan Sugar, and painter Don Bachardy remembers his partner the writer Christopher Isherwood and meetings with Beckett, Brando and Bacon. Show more
A History of the World in 100 Objects
Exploration, Exploitation and Enlightenment (AD 1680-1820)
North American Buckskin Map
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Neil MacGregor's history of the world is exploring European engagement with the rest of the world in the 18th century. Today, he is with a buckskin map from North America. Show more
From divorce to bereavement, this week's parenting experts debate the best way to break bad news to children. Mariella Frostrup and guests ask whether it's always best to be honest. Show more
Emma Jane Kirby examines how the traditional relationship between French politicians and the press is changing dramatically under President Sarkozy. Show more
The great Pacific Garbage Patch is now twice the size of France but we still use plastic for disposable items. Dr Alice Roberts finds out if anything can stop the fake plastic sea. Show more
This week Libby Purves is joined by Segun Lee-French, Ray and Vi Donovan, Mary Coughlan and Simon Winchester. Show more
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National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig. Show more
July 1964: Mr Chartwell has promised to tell Esther more about himself, and the nature of his work. Read by Miriam Margolyes. Show more
The music hall artiste and OAP raps with beat boxer Shlomo, probing buzz words. Stars Christopher Green. From September 2010. Show more
Step inside the deranged mind of comedian Miriam Elia in a new sketch series. 2/4: Edward the Hamster makes a friend, and Sweep has an interesting story about his life before Sooty. Show more
Sean Curran and team with all the latest news from the House of Lords. Show more
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A History of the World in 100 Objects
Exploration, Exploitation and Enlightenment (AD 1680-1820)
North American Buckskin Map
14 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 FMAvailable for over a year
Neil MacGregor's history of the world is exploring European engagement with the rest of the world in the 18th century. Today, he is with a buckskin map from North America. Show more
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