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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with the Reverend Andrew Martlew, former army chaplain. Show more

A report from the Campaign to Protect Rural England says more housing developments are being built in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Anna Hill finds out why. Show more

Presenter Dermot O'Leary hails the greater black-backed gull as an 'Alsatian of the skies', as he marvels at their hardy survival skills and effortless aerodynamics. Show more

Tom Morris, artistic director of the Bristol Old Vic theatre, meets Bristol's poet laureate Miles Chambers to discuss how the theatre can best address the city's complex past. Show more

Political cartoonist and renowned cynic Martin Rowson sits down to draw and interview journalist Julia Langdon. Show more

Neil MacGregor reflects on how we come to understand images, with a focus on the rock art of the San people in southern Africa, and a Japanese shrine to the Shinto divinity Inari. Show more

Louis CK - is his statement enough? Plus parents who fear for the future of their adult children with disabilities and self-employed mums call for maternity pay changes. Show more

Last night Skye and Leanne had a sort of sleepover. And Skye's tattoo is still there. Stars Sydney Wade. Show more

Two young carers reflect on time spent just being teenagers, thanks to the YMCA Young Carers project in Cardiff, funded by Children In Need. Show more

Laura Barton completes her series on confidence with a look at its place in our personal lives and a quest to find a version of confidence that is enriching rather than obnoxious. Show more

Should all crime should be reported and investigated? A surprise response for policeman turned comic Alfie Moore. From 2015. Show more

On this day in 1917, the Finnish parliament declared their independence from Russia, and in Tynemouth, Johnnie sees more to Aunt Phyllis than he had suspected. Show more

A former care minister has criticised a health authority for squeezing home care budgets, and the super-seductive new models TV manufacturers are pinning their hopes on. Show more

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Conrad meets Marguerite Poradowski. Then his novel Almayer's Folly starts to gather words, as he undertakes a journey through the Congo Free State to Leopoldville. Show more

Justin is not a happy man, and Harrison plays detective. Show more

Sean agrees to go for a drink with his old school friend Kellie. Little does he know what he's letting himself in for. With Kenneth Cranham and Alex Lanipekun. Show more

Technology is changing the face of banking today. Louise Cooper takes calls on what is helpful innovation and what is more concerning. Show more

The launch of the 2018 All in the Mind Awards, a chance for anyone who has received help for a mental health problem, to recognise the people who have gone beyond the call of duty. Show more

Sociological discussion. What does affluence really mean? From the Kalahari desert to Wall Street, Laurie Taylor explores contrasting conceptions of plenty and the 'good life'. Show more

Topical programme about the fast-changing media world. Vladimir Putin has been accused by the UK government of weaponising information to sow discord in the West. Show more

Terry is living proof that Bev gets results at the Children in Need-funded play and youth group she runs at Alison House. Show more

The Army has seized power in Zimbabwe. It's denied staging a coup against Robert Mugabe but the 93-year-old the President is under house arrest.

Hetty, Jen and Emily descend on Maggie to provide family support, plumbing advice and tea. Stars Sheila Hancock. From 2015. Show more

Ruth tries to play match-maker, and is it goodbye to an Ambridge tradition? Show more

Robert Pattinson on his new film Good Time, Ian McMillan on writing a libretto in the South Yorkshire accent, and the winner of the Goldsmiths Prize is revealed. Show more

Neil MacGregor reflects on how we come to understand images, with a focus on the rock art of the San people in southern Africa, and a Japanese shrine to the Shinto divinity Inari. Show more

Debate chaired by Michael Buerk. With Claire Fox, Matthew Taylor, Anne McElvoy and Mona Siddiqui. The Church of England's advice to schools on children and their gender identity. Show more

Talks with a personal dimension. Geoff Colman, head of acting at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, discusses truth and reality in acting. Show more

Environmental investigation series. Tom Heap is joined by a team of experts to discuss the UN Climate Change Conference in Bonn. Show more

Tom Morris, artistic director of the Bristol Old Vic theatre, meets Bristol's poet laureate Miles Chambers to discuss how the theatre can best address the city's complex past. Show more

In-depth reporting and analysis from a global perspective. Zimbabwe's long-standing leader Robert Mugabe is held under house arrest. Show more

On a wooded hill near Heidl's house, hidden by trees, Kif has watched as Heidl placed the gun in his mouth and pulled the trigger. Now Kif approaches the motionless body. Show more

A butcher all his life, Stan Clayton hopes his sons follow in his footsteps. Written by and starring Lenny Henry. From 2017. Show more

A Strictly ticket and an old prawn sandwich should ensure Pierre’s favourite celeb notices him. Stars Alex Macqueen. From 2017. Show more

Susan Hulme reports from Westminster as the foreign secretary updates the Commons on the situation in Zimbabwe. Show more

Dealing with the depression that comes with having to give up work is a big part of dealing with cancer. Show more

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Conrad meets Marguerite Poradowski. Then his novel Almayer's Folly starts to gather words, as he undertakes a journey through the Congo Free State to Leopoldville. Show more

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