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National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Reflection and prayer to begin the day, with Rev Cheryl Meban.
After the cabinet reshuffle, there's a new secretary of state at the department for environment, food and rural affairs. We gauge reaction to the appointment of George Eustice. Show more
Actor and birdwatcher Samuel West discusses the stocky almost brutish looking bullfinch and its rather wheezy complex high-pitched song. Show more
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Zoe Ball, broadcaster and Radio 2 breakfast show host, shares the eight tracks, book and luxury she would want to take with her if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne Show more
The programme that offers a female perspective on the world Show more
Joe goes back to the intensive care unit to see his old friend Marion who is still in a coma. Stars John Rowe and Marcia Warren. Show more
This week, Paul Gambaccini remembers how, as war raged in Europe, Gone With the Wind collected 9 statues for one of the movies’ eternal classics Show more
The writer tackles love, romance and other unreasonable expectations with a mix of poetry, storytelling and comedy. From 2018. Show more
A local member of the IRA learns more about the mysterious guests at Clonmillis Hall. BW Black's imagined historical adventure is read by Sorcha Cusack. Show more
You and Yours
Second-Hand Electric Cars; Fraud and Mental Health; Billboard Personal Ad
39 minutes
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What to know when buying a second-hand electric car; what fraud can do to your mental health; plus the man looking for love using a billboard. Show more
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Mon-Thurs: Analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Sarah Montague. Fri: Analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Mark Mardell.
Laura Wade eavesdrops on historic conversations between men and women to explore today's thorniest gender issues
5. Darcy's proposal to Elizabeth in Austen's Pride and Prejudice Show more
Jakob’s behaviour causes concern and David has a change of heart Show more
Masterpiece by Martin Jameson inspired by Zola's Rougon Macquart novels. Dide observes her great-grandson Claude's demise as his obsession to create 'the' masterpiece wreaks havoc. Show more
Kathy Clugston and the team are in Winsford, Cheshire. Show more
A magical and disquieting story specially commissioned for Radio 4. Today the sparrows will take Mally's heart away, making her teenage friend jealous and nervous. Read by Liv Hill Show more
Last Word
Daniel arap Moi, Feng Huiyan, Professor Donald West, Colonel ‘Mad Mike’ Hoare
28 minutes
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Julian Worricker on the Kenyan leader, Daniel arap Moi; Feng Huiyan, who taught English to countless people in China; the criminologist Donald West; the mercenary leader Mike Hoare. Show more
Covid-19 statistics, how far does jam spread, cooking with AI, plus James Wong on how nutritious today's vegetables are. Show more
The Listening Project
Amir and Akeel - Understanding mental health in the Muslim community
4 minutes
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Muslim friends call for a change in attitude towards mental health in their community. Fi Glover presents. Show more
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines.
Six O'Clock News
14/02/2020 Transphobia court ruling
30 minutes
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The High Court says the police response into allegedly transphobic tweets was unlawful
A satirical review of the week's news, chaired by Nish Kumar with panellists Kerry Godliman, Andy Zaltzman, Fern Brady and Elis James. Show more
Freddie makes a worrying discovery and Alistair offers some advice Show more
Front Row
Emma and the Rom Coms Revival, the César Academy resignation and James Taylor sings American Standards
29 minutes
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Eleanor Catton, on writing the screenplay for Emma, and her fascination with that flawed character. James Taylor sings the great American standards that influenced his own songs. Show more
Joe goes back to the intensive care unit to see his old friend Marion who is still in a coma. Stars John Rowe and Marcia Warren. Show more
Any Questions?
Anneliese Dodds MP, Lord Forsyth, Elspeth Macdonald, John Nicolson MP
47 minutes
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Chris Mason presents topical debate from the Lemon Tree in Aberdeen with a panel including Anneliese Dodds MP, Lord Forsyth, Elspeth Macdonald and John Nicolson MP. Show more
Sarah Dunant discusses the relationship between disease and the culture of history - starting with Columbus and the outbreak of syphilis in 1495. Show more
Laura Wade eavesdrops on historic conversations between men and women to explore today's thorniest gender issues. An Omnibus edition of the first five of ten episodes. Show more
Biggest Russian bombardment on Ukraine yet
Manchester City banned from European competition for 2 seasons
45 minutes
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In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective
A local member of the IRA learns more about the mysterious guests at Clonmillis Hall. BW Black's imagined historical adventure is read by Sorcha Cusack. Show more
Screenwriter Sarah Phelps and comedian Dane Baptiste talk to Harriett Gilbert about books they love, including work by Truman Capote and Elizabeth Taylor. Show more
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
The Listening Project
Ken and Desmond - Lighten the Load
4 minutes
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Friends recall growing up in Belfast, coping with mental trauma and the power of talking. Fi Glover presents. Show more
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
A geneticist separates fact from myth in an exploration of the controversial topic of how intelligence is inherited. Show more
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