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The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
Spiritual reflection to start the day with the Rev Dr Ian Bradley of the University of St Andrews. Show more
Farming Today
English or New Zealand lamb at Easter; Young crofters in Scotland
13 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
While it is traditional for some to eat lamb at Easter, Caz Graham hears why a drought in New Zealand has led to more lamb than usual from the New World in UK shops this spring. Show more
Series of stories about British birds, inspired by their calls and songs. Kate Humble presents the hoopoe. Show more
Morning news and current affairs. Including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss the Greek poet Sappho, one of antiquity's greatest exponents of lyric poetry. Show more
Woman's Hour
Nazi Grandfather; General Election 2015; Teen Agony Aunts
58 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for over a year
The woman who discovered her grandfather was Nazi war criminal Amon Goeth, and the latest from the election campaign trail. Presented by Jenni Murray. Show more
Caterina is caught in a dangerous struggle for power within her organisation that, once again, threatens the safety of her family. Show more
Crossing Continents
The Bizarre Workings of St Louis County, Missouri
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for over a year
Claire Bolderson reports on the tiny independent cities that make up St Louis County and how they stand accused of fuelling community tensions. Show more
Naomi Alderman talks to leading novelist Ursula Le Guin about her life and work and hears from literary fans including David Mitchell and Neil Gaiman.
A History of Ideas
Thomas Hobbes and Civil Disobedience
11 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for over a year
Criminologist David Wilson looks at Thomas Hobbes and his 'social contract' theory. Do we have to do what the state says, even if we have not actually agreed to be governed by it? Show more
You and Yours
Compression sportsgear; Air pollution; AirBnB
45 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for over a year
Researchers consider the science behind tight-fitting compression sportswear. Will it really make you faster? Plus a new rule makes it easier for London landlords to use AirBnB. Show more
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Analysis of current affairs reports, presented by Martha Kearney.
Aleks Krotoski introduces the programming language that people probably interact with on a daily basis more than any other.
Ed is out shopping, and Joe has got a problem. Show more
Drama by Abigail Youngman based on the true story of a most peculiar educational experiment carried out by the philanthropist and intellectual Thomas Day upon two young girls. Show more
On the Hoo Peninsula, one can see what it takes to be human in the 21st century. Helen Mark looks at the changing industry, agriculture and wildlife that make this place. Show more
David Baddiel presents an appeal on behalf of Eric. Show more
Presented by James Naughtie. Adam Foulds responds to readers' questions about his novel on the poet John Clare, The Quickening Maze, shortlisted for the 2009 Man Booker Prize. Show more
The Film Programme
Ryan Gosling; 25 Years of BBC Films
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for over a year
Presented by Francine Stock. Ryan Gosling discusses his directorial debut Lost River, and the head of BBC Films, Christine Langan, on the highs and lows of its 25-year history. Show more
BBC Inside Science
Legacy of Messenger, Computer Touch, AI and Traumatic Forgetting, Stained Glass Restoration
30 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for over a year
Dr Lucie Green examines the legacy of the Messenger mission to Mercury, which ends this month. Plus how an ion beam has been used to restore lost detail in stained glass windows. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Ed finds himself writing a film script - an action adventure with a quirky sci-fi twist. Stars Christopher Douglas. From 2013. Show more
Heather is heading home, and Helen is in trouble. Show more
Front Row
Ray Davies, Force Majeure, Gillian Ayres, Game of Thrones
30 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for over a year
Ray Davies on Sunny Afternoon, the musical about The Kinks, plus artist Gillian Ayres on working into her 80s, Swedish family drama Force Majeure and the return of Game of Thrones. Show more
Caterina is caught in a dangerous struggle for power within her organisation that, once again, threatens the safety of her family. Show more
The Report
Are Russian sanctions dangerous for Britain?
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for over a year
EU sanctions against Russia over its actions in Ukraine have been in place for a year. Sharmini Selvarajah looks at whether it is in Britain's interests to support their renewal. Show more
Peter Day explores how companies are wrestling with the demands of keeping their computer systems fit for purpose in an era of rapid developments in information technology. Show more
BBC Inside Science
Legacy of Messenger, Computer Touch, AI and Traumatic Forgetting, Stained Glass Restoration
30 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for over a year
Dr Lucie Green examines the legacy of the Messenger mission to Mercury, which ends this month. Plus how an ion beam has been used to restore lost detail in stained glass windows. Show more
Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss the Greek poet Sappho, one of antiquity's greatest exponents of lyric poetry. Show more
The World Tonight
French TV channel goes off air after hack by IS supporters
45 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for over a year
French PM condemns hackers, describes act as "attack on freedom of expression"
Joseph awaits Mr Wye's visit with trepidation. Elsewhere, in a Soho pub, Rita sips sweet sherry and reminisces about the love of her life, Arthur Gillies. Show more
Justin Edwards hosts the improvised chat show. With guests Adil Ray, Jarred Christmas and Rachel Parris. From April 2015. Show more
Aziraphale and Crowley are visited by the Angelic and Demonic authorities, and Adam begins to formulate plans. Stars Mark Heap. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. Followed by Weather.
Oxford gossip is catching up with Lewis Carroll and the ‘real’ Alice gets married. Concluded by Simon Russell Beale. Show more
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