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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Rev Dr Lesley Carroll.
Keith Wells and Paul Tompkins speak to Charlotte Smith about the impact the closure of biofuel producer Vivergo will have on their livelihoods. Show more
The latest weather forecast for farmers.
Brett Westwood presents the story and sound of the great spotted woodpecker. Show more
News and current affairs. Including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Andrew Marr discusses war and soldiering with Max Hastings, Helen Parr, Richard Dannatt and Deborah Haynes. Show more
Hello World: How to be Human in the Age of the Machine by Hannah Fry
Hello World: How to be Human in the Age of the Machine
Episode 1: 1: Power
14 minutes
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4 Extra Debut. Mathematician Dr Hannah Fry uncovers the hidden algorithms behind almost every aspect of our modern lives: power. From 2018. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Is there a future for a tempestuous couple who can't manage a week's holiday together? Stars Bill Nighy and Anna Calder-Marshall. Show more
David Sneath examines the past, present and future of the institution of the Dalai Lama. He reports from the Himalayan foothills of India, home of the exiled Tibetan leader. Show more
Richard Wilson contemplates the role of money in his life comparing himself to other celebs along the way. From 2018. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
You and Yours
Building skills, Bookshop takeover, New chocolate
45 minutes
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Britain's builders are struggling to recruit enough skilled workers. Waterstones takes over Foyles bookshop. Is our taste in chocolate changing? Show more
The latest weather forecast.
Mon-Thurs: Analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Sarah Montague. Fri: Analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Mark Mardell.
The New Age of Capitalism
The Intangible Economy
15 minutes
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Why some of the most profitable companies in the world cannot be valued. David Grossman tells stories which help explain the world of contemporary capitalism. Show more
Freddie stands accused and Tracy pushes her luck. Show more
By Jessica Mitic. Two unlikely travelling companions backpack across Thailand; Mike is searching for cultural enrichment, Laura is searching for the perfect selfie. Show more
Paul Gambaccini is in the chair for another contest of musical knowledge, today featuring competitors from the North of England. Show more
The Food Programme
The carnivore's guide to meat and fire
30 minutes
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Series investigating the world of food. Tim Hayward heads to Meatopia to explore the very latest in meat and fire. Show more
Three Japanese poets create new work in a landscape shaped by a dark history. Their aim is to evoke new meaning and understanding. Show more
Ernie Rea in conversation with guests from three faiths who share their experience of living with disability. Show more
Coverage and analysis of the day's news.
Just how hard can it be to talk for 60 seconds with no hesitation, repetition or deviation? Paul Merton, Sheila Hancock, Jan Ravens and Rufus Hound find out. Show more
Emma hatches a plan to help the family, and Helen has a radical solution. Show more
Front Row
Nick Payne on Wanderlust, YolanDa Brown, Battersea Arts Centre after the fire
30 minutes
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Writer Nick Payne on his TV drama series Wanderlust, Battersea Arts Centre's Grand Hall re-opens three years after the fire, plus saxophonist YolanDa Brown. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Is there a future for a tempestuous couple who can't manage a week's holiday together? Stars Bill Nighy and Anna Calder-Marshall. Show more
Actress and broadcaster Jameela Jamil tackles the explosive conversation around sexual assault to determine what consent should look like in a modern, digital world. Show more
Crossing Continents
Nevada's Brothels Face the Axe
28 minutes
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As Nevada's legal brothels face a campaign for reform, Lucy Ash asks why their biggest stakeholder - and the women who work for him - are so passionate about their trade. Show more
Dogs have changed us and we have changed them. Brett Westwood visits Battersea to meet the animals whose history is most inextricably linked with our own. Show more
Andrew Marr discusses war and soldiering with Max Hastings, Helen Parr, Richard Dannatt and Deborah Haynes. Show more
The World Tonight
John Bolton threatens sanctions against International Criminal Court
45 minutes
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National security adviser says court is unaccountable and outright dangerous. Show more
It is 1940, and Juliet's unlikely fiance Perry Gibbons has one last mission for her. Abridged by Robin Brooks. Read by Fenella Woolgar. Show more
Imagine London's genteel literary scene with swag and a gangsta's lean. Mr Brown solves problems - for 15%. From March 2016. Show more
Kayvan Novak imagines Nigel Farage’s answerphone messages as he flies off to America. Fictitious improvised comedy. From 2017. Show more
Sean Curran reports from Westminster, where the government promises more help for disaster victims, MPs debate the crisis in Syria and peers discuss the Ivory Bill.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. Followed by Weather.
Hello World: How to be Human in the Age of the Machine by Hannah Fry
Hello World: How to be Human in the Age of the Machine
Episode 1: 1: Power
14 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 FMAvailable for years
4 Extra Debut. Mathematician Dr Hannah Fry uncovers the hidden algorithms behind almost every aspect of our modern lives: power. From 2018. Show more
The latest shipping forecast.
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