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A reading and a reflection to start the day, with the Rev Dr Stephen Wigley, chair of the Wales Synod of the Methodist Church. Show more

Anna Hill takes a look at a new study which has found that the arrival of just one more ash dieback pathogen spore could wipe out Europe's remaining ash trees. Show more

The simple call of the cuckoo in spring has inspired theatre director Tara Robinson to create a play all about bird migration. Show more

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4 Extra Debut. Stories reflecting on the Beach Boys classic “God Only Knows” spanning years and touching souls wherever it’s played. From 2018. Show more

Is a culture of secrecy within the family harmful, or can it offer a necessary form of protection? Show more

Susan Sontag was a brilliant essayist - inquisitive, analytical and outspoken. Her work includes the ground-breaking Notes on Camp and the personal Illness as Metaphor. Show more

The football players being helped to fulfil their potential, the reaction to the Irish Eighth Amendment vote and why women are more likely than men to do office housework. Show more

By Annamaria Murphy. Comedy drama about a mysterious village perched on the wild Welsh coast. As the search for Magda continues, Bethan makes a shocking discovery. Show more

Friends reflect on the changes in one's life since a diagnosis of Parkinson's, and the involvement of the other in the charity they set up to support others with the disease. Show more

As the London Heads of Government meeting ends, Jonny Dymond traces the story of the Commonwealth from its Empire roots to 1990s successes but ponders what its purpose is today. Show more

Helen ponders bear-baiting, loyalty points and spotting mystery words. With Peter Serafinowicz and Susy Kane. From 2015. Show more

On this day in 1918, the German Army claimed 6,000 prisoners at the second battle of Kemmel, while in Folkestone, Edie and Dilys feel trapped in different ways. Show more

The manager of the Arctic Monkeys on his battle to stop secondary ticket websites selling tickets at inflated prices. Plus fresh concerns surrounding fire-risk tumble dryers. Show more

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The writer who is still read by every Chinese schoolchild - and has the reputation of being the country's greatest modern author. Show more

Pat is on a mission, and Clarrie attempts to keep the peace. Show more

An investigation at a castle of a secret room and secret door leads to a folkloric dimension with monsters. Stars Nicola Walker. Show more

Financial phone-in. Young people who have lived most of their lives in the UK discuss the costs and complexities of trying to gain permanent settled status in Britain. Show more

In the first of a new series, Claudia Hammond meets the first of the nine finalists for the All in the Mind Awards 2018. Show more

Sociological discussion programme. Menswear revolution - Laurie Taylor explores the changing nature of men's dress and fashion. Show more

Topical programme about the fast-changing media world. The Guardian was reporting on Windrush for six months before the story hit the headlines. Show more

The French President has delivered a stinging rebuke to President Trump, warning against isolationism and rampaging nationalism.

Multicultural sketch show written by white, black, Asian and minority ethnic stand-ups and writers from across the UK. Hosted by Hardeep Singh Kohli in his home town of Glasgow. Show more

Emma makes a breakthrough, and Rex cements his new venture. Show more

The new Rodin show at the British Museum reveals how he was influenced by the Elgin Marbles. Plus Mark Sampson's new cello concerto live and Curtis Sittenfeld's short stories. Show more

By Annamaria Murphy. Comedy drama about a mysterious village perched on the wild Welsh coast. As the search for Magda continues, Bethan makes a shocking discovery. Show more

Clive Anderson and guests ask if public inquiries are worth the huge investment of time and resources. Are judges the right people to spearhead these investigations? Show more

Zia Chaudhry reflects on his role as a Muslim dad to help his children to feel British, recalling his own father's focus on education as the path to success and integration. Show more

Why dismantle a dam that produces low-carbon electricity? Peter Gibbs reports on the biggest dam removal project in Europe. Show more

4 Extra Debut. Stories reflecting on the Beach Boys classic “God Only Knows” spanning years and touching souls wherever it’s played. From 2018. Show more

In-depth reporting and analysis from a global perspective. President Macron attacks nationalism and isolationism in a speech to US Congress. Show more

Hilarious and moving novel from Nikesh Shukla about three generations of one family. Kenya, present day. German tourist Ingrid meets Raks, who is grieving his sister. Show more

From Mel Gibson to Jimmy Nail via O‘Toole and Kerensky. John Sessions mixes comedy, history and impressions. From 2018. Show more

Comedian John Moloney discovers that switching his electricity provider is not as easy as he'd imagined. From 2017. Show more

News from Westminster. Sean Curran reports on the latest Windrush row in Westminster, in which the Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn called on the home secretary Amber Rudd to resign. Show more

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Susan Sontag was a brilliant essayist - inquisitive, analytical and outspoken. Her work includes the ground-breaking Notes on Camp and the personal Illness as Metaphor. Show more

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