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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day, with the Rev Preb Edward Mason, rector of Bath Abbey. Show more
Farmers' fears that the reintroduction of the lynx to Thetford Forest could harm livestock. Presented by Anna Hill. Show more
Bill Oddie presents the chiffchaff. Show more
Midweek
Michelle Mone, Tony Hawks, Doug Seegers, Lillete Dubey
43 minutes
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Mariella Frostrup meets entrepreneur Michelle Mone, comedian and writer Tony Hawks, singer-songwriter Doug Seegers and actor and director Lillete Dubey. Show more
Woman's Hour
Bring Back Our Girls Update, Daughterhood, SNP Women Candidates
41 minutes
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Oby Ezekwesili discusses the #BringBackOurGirls campaign, controlling fathers in Shakespeare's work, SNP women candidates say why they are standing, and how to be a good daughter. Show more
Feeling at the very edges of her disjointed family, Delia Grinstead makes an impulsive decision on the annual family vacation. Show more
The Listening Project
Christopher and Thomas – Monastery Men
5 minutes
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Two monks from Buckfast Abbey in Devon reflect on how monastic life has changed over the past half century, in this conversation introduced by Fi Glover. Show more
In 2014, over 10,000 African students began degree courses in Britain. Bola Masuro tracks four students at Cambridge and Edinburgh to get their perspective on Britain and Africa. Show more
Dr Johnson's celebrated biographer meets Harold Pinter, but becomes the victim of a betrayal. Stars Harry Enfield. From 2015. Show more
The Lyles are in for a nasty shock. Show more
You and Yours
British Cars, Lifelong Learning, Unimpressive Discounts
45 minutes
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Is the current emphasis on apprenticeships pushing out other forms of adult education that might suit some learners better? Show more
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Analysis of current affairs reports, presented by Martha Kearney.
Promises, Promises: A History of Debt
Episode 8: The Birth of Capitalism
15 minutes
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David Graeber on the influence of debt during the birth of capitalism and the centrality of debt to the slave trade. From March 2015. Show more
Adam is disappointed, and Pat gets political. Show more
When TV researcher Mia goes in search of a long-lost fabled horror film, she puts herself in danger. Starring Chloe Pirrie. Show more
Need help with childcare costs or employing a nanny? Show more
Inside Health
Cigarette Packets, Sex Education, Gallstones, Cosmetic Surgery
28 minutes
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Sex education in schools, cosmetic surgery trends, new recommendations on when gallstones need removing and the evidence for standardised cigarette packaging. With Dr Mark Porter. Show more
Thinking Allowed
Biologising Parenthood - A Lost Avant-Garde,
28 minutes
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Laurie Taylor examines the tension between art and money. Also biologising parenthood: is neuroscience limiting how children's development is understood? Show more
The Media Show
Older People in the Media, Clarkson and the Top Gear Brand, TV Election Debates
30 minutes
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Media news, including how the absence of Clarkson could impact the Top Gear brand, how the media represents older people and the challenges of organising an election debate. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Vic Reeves of comedy duo Vic and Bob chats to Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman in the talk tag show. From March 2015. Show more
Lynda is desolate, and Lilian is kind. Show more
Front Row
The Wild Man of the West Indies, Joshua Reynolds, Polly Samson, Open Submissions
30 minutes
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Kirsty Lang discusses artist Joshua Reynolds, and Iqbal Khan on The Wild Man of the West Indies, Donizetti's opera depicting slavery. Plus good news for unpublished writers. Show more
Feeling at the very edges of her disjointed family, Delia Grinstead makes an impulsive decision on the annual family vacation. Show more
Combative, provocative and engaging debate chaired by Michael Buerk. Show more
Michael Symmons Roberts reflects on the Passion story. Show more
For some, the UK's housing crisis could be solved in the green fields that surround many towns and cities. Tom Heap asks if the green belt needs realigning for our time. Show more
Midweek
Michelle Mone, Tony Hawks, Doug Seegers, Lillete Dubey
43 minutes
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Mariella Frostrup meets entrepreneur Michelle Mone, comedian and writer Tony Hawks, singer-songwriter Doug Seegers and actor and director Lillete Dubey. Show more
The World Tonight
Election 2015: are old tribal loyalties breaking down ?
45 minutes
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A special report from Beth McLeod in Merthyr Tydfil, south Wales
Axl and Beatrice's quest takes on new purpose, but it takes its toll on her and he’s afraid of losing her. Read by David Suchet. Show more
Hannah Gadsby: Arts Clown
2. Jan van Eyck's The Arnolfini Portrait
15 minutes
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Aussie comedian and art historian Hannah Gadsby explores Jan van Eyck's 15th century ‘Arnolfini Portrait’. From 2015. Show more
Comic poet Tim Key ruminates on the subject of space through the medium of his poetry. With Tom Basden. From 2015. Show more
Susan Hulme hears David Cameron and Ed Miliband trade insults over election TV debates. And the Democratic Unionist Party protests at being left out. Show more
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Advances and setbacks as proof of Landau damping remain elusive. Rock star mathematician’s memoir read by Julian Rhind-Tutt. Show more
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