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A reflection and prayer with the Rev Dr Bert Tosh. Show more
The Defra secretary of state Michael Gove visits the two farming conferences in Oxford, where he announces major changes to farm subsidies once Britain leaves the EU. Show more
Wildlife cameraman Doug Allan recalls his encounters with giant petrels in Antarctica. Show more
Morning news and current affairs. Including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Lyse Doucet travels to Liberia to talk to President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the first elected female head of state in Africa. Show more
Street philosophy with Bettany Hughes, and changing ideas about narcissism through time at a hairdresser's, on a therapist's couch, in mythology and on our mobile phones. Show more
After Spark's triumphant return to her hometown for the Edinburgh Book Festival, Alan reflects on his friendship with the peerless writer. Show more
Woman's Hour
Women's Christmas, Domestic Homicide, Beth Underdown
58 minutes
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Programme that offers a female perspective on the world. Jenni Murray with features on women's Christmas, domestic homicide and witch-finding in the 17th century. Show more
Shardlake seeks to find out more about the mysterious past of an inmate he befriended on a past case. Starring Justin Salinger. Show more
Documentary. In 1967, a bitter dispute over Israel's future split a country, and divided a family. Rami Tzabar discovers his father's role in a moment that changed everything. Show more
A dying woman confesses a terrible secret about a 'pale horse' to her priest, giving him a list of names as she does so, but the priest dies before we can find out any more. Show more
On this day in 1918, it was reported that a 70-year-old former member of the Rifle Brigade had attempted to enlist, and in Tynemouth, Edie Chadwick is still holding on to the past. Show more
You and Yours
Supermarket expansion, Rock n roll, Death refunds
45 minutes
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Why the Co-op is opening a hundred new stores this year. The thriving industry around Rock n Roll. Charging people for services after they've died. Show more
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Analysis of news and current affairs.
Paul Seabright explores our trading past: guilds and trade in medieval and early modern Europe. From 2018. Show more
Ian has a lot on his mind, and Kate hears some home truths. Show more
By Sarah Wooley. During the Second World War, the young Muriel Spark worked in the British 'Black Propaganda' department of MI6 writing 'damaging lies and plausible truths'. Show more
Horticultural panel show. Eric Robson visits gardeners in Essex. Bob Flowerdew, Christine Walkden and Matt Biggs answer their questions. Show more
Writer Hugo Rifkind creates a short story in response to a topical news story.
Last Word
Maureen Baker, Richard Cousins, Bronwen Lady Astor Chatelaine of Cliveden, Meic Povey, Rick Hall
28 minutes
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Matthew Bannister on designer Maureen Baker, businessman Richard Cousins, model Lady Astor, writer Meic Povey, producer Rick Hall. Show more
Author John Niven and beauty journalist Sali Hughes talk about books they love with Harriett Gilbert, including Heartburn by Nora Ephron and Karoo by Steve Tesich. Show more
The Listening Project
Becky and Jackie - Splitting Up for the Kids
5 minutes
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A daughter allays her mother's fears that she failed to deliver the 'perfect' childhood. Fi Glover presents. Show more
Six O'Clock News
05/01/2018 Parole Board Chair Apologises to Sex Assault Victims
30 minutes
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The chairman of the Parole Board, Nick Hardwick, is to be questioned MPs about the release from prison of the rapist, John Warboys.
Miles Jupp and team digest the big political stories of the week. With Helen Lewis, Andrew Maxwell, Zoe Lyons and Simon Evans. Show more
Pip prepares for a big night, and Lexi receives a reminder. Show more
Front Row
Christopher Plummer, Saudi Arts, Helen Dunmore
30 minutes
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Christopher Plummer on stepping in for Kevin Spacey in All the Money in the World and Helen Dunmore's posthumous collection Inside the Wave wins the Costa Poetry Award 2017. Show more
Shardlake seeks to find out more about the mysterious past of an inmate he befriended on a past case. Starring Justin Salinger. Show more
The Listening Project
The Listening Project in Hull
58 minutes
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Fi Glover and guests reflect on Hull's momentous year as UK City of Culture, through the people and conversations gathered by BBC Radio Humberside in the Listening Project Booth. Show more
Final omnibus of Season 12, Giddy with Possibility, set in the week in 1918 when Kaiser Wilhelm the Second said, 'We face, with firm confidence and an iron will, the year 1918.'. Show more
The World Tonight
Explosive Trump book goes on sale
45 minutes
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In-depth reporting and analysis from a global perspective. As Michael Wolff defends his book Fire and Fury, will it make any difference to Trump's presidency? Show more
Written by Matt Haig and read by Tom Hollander. Who is the woman holding Tom at gunpoint? Show more
Lyse Doucet travels to Liberia to talk to President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the first elected female head of state in Africa. Show more
The Listening Project
Sophie and Mike - Fathers and Figures
5 minutes
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A life model resolves her relationship with her artist father through friendship with another artist. Fi Glover presents. Show more
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After Spark's triumphant return to her hometown for the Edinburgh Book Festival, Alan reflects on his friendship with the peerless writer. Show more
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