The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Spiritual reflection to start the day with Anna Magnusson.
Scottish daffodils left to rot in fields. Growers are now concerned about their bulb exports. Show more
The Great Skua - Miranda Krestovnikoff narrates the story of this bird and its sound. Show more
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
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Coronavirus deaths, face masks and a potential baby boom
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Is the coronavirus related death count misleading because of delays in reporting? Do face masks help prevent the spread of the virus? Show more
Can we prevent our hair from getting thinner? Greg Foot puts caffeine hair products through the evidence mill and asks if they're The Best Thing Since Sliced Bread. Show more
Woman's Hour
Economic impact of Covid 19 on women, Co-parenting under lock-down, Sheila Rock
40 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Economic impact of Covid 19 for women, Photographer Sheila Rock, Sharing child-care responsibilities with an ex partner, Children's social development under lock-down. Show more
George Eliot - The Mill on the Floss
3. The Golden Gates of Childhood
14 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Tom's new school days prove difficult and solitary. While Maggie embarks on a new, exciting adventure. Stars Oliver Zetterstrom. Show more
The Listening Project
Mari and Melita – I love lockdown
4 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Mother and daughter discuss the positive and the funny sides to living in lockdown. Fi Glover presents. Show more
Alan Dein connects with people trying to find moments of calm during the pandemic, including the captain of a container ship in the Indian Ocean and an 85 year old in Delhi, India. Show more
Peter Knight guests on a show to talk about Pudding's ancestors and his eccentricity goes viral. Suddenly everyone wants a piece of him - but can he handle the pressures of fame? Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
Jeanine Cummins' electrifying novel following a mother and son on the run from the drug cartel that massacred their family. Today: Lydia and Luca risk everything as they head north Show more
You and Yours
Flour shortage; Jay Blades; Free school meals
39 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Flour was one of the first items to sell out before the lockdown. We find out why stocks are still low, even when other items have been replenished. 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.
Why have some humans evolved the lifelong ability to tuck into dairy foods, when no other mammals have? And why is farting a vital part of the story? With Dr Kat Arney. Show more
Philip attempts to maintain calm, and Emma feels awkward. Show more
4 Extra Debut. The story of a young actor’s encounter with legendary film maker Stanley Kubrick. Starring, as himself, Kerry Shale. Show more
Louise Cooper and guests discuss what rights tenants and landlords have as the coronavirus crisis continues. Show more
Inside Health
Inside Health: The Virus
Covid-19 and moral injury; Asthma; Southampton update; Mental health services
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Claudia Hammond reports on Covid-19 and moral injury, asthma, dispatches from University Hospital Southampton, and mental health services. Show more
How religious broadcasters connect with believers at home. Show more
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The family wrestle with various needs for approval from others as Mike's parents come to stay. Stars Kerry Godliman. From 2017. Show more
Roy remains oblivious and Kirsty finds herself double booked. Show more
Front Row
James Graham on Quiz, Braids, changes in the ways we listen to music, and John Prine
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
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James Graham has adapted his play Quiz, about the Who Wants to Be a Millionaire coughing scandal, for television. He tells Kirsty Lang about the story's continuing allure. Show more
George Eliot - The Mill on the Floss
3. The Golden Gates of Childhood
14 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for 4 months
Tom's new school days prove difficult and solitary. While Maggie embarks on a new, exciting adventure. Stars Oliver Zetterstrom. Show more
Mary Ann Sieghart and a panel of experts discuss the possible long-term impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the global economy. Show more
Bishop of Loughborough Guli Francis-Dehqani reflects on her journey of identity as an Iranian-born British Christian. Show more
Plastic waste is the scourge of developing countries. Many have poor waste collection and no recycling. But there may be ways in which local people can put the waste to good use Show more
How religious broadcasters connect with believers at home. Show more
Biggest Russian bombardment on Ukraine yet
Downing Street to provide update on the coronavirus lockdown next week
45 minutes on BBC Radio 4 FM
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In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective
Jeanine Cummins' electrifying novel following a mother and son on the run from the drug cartel that massacred their family. Today: Lydia and Luca risk everything as they head north Show more
Comedy. Tim Key broadcasts live from the birth of Lord and Megan’s first child. Unfortunately Lord can’t be there as he’s stuck in an escape room. With Tom Basden and Katy Wix. Show more
What do you do when you want to be a tattoo artist in a country that stops you following your dreams? And it's even worse when your uncle beats you up because he wants you to marry Show more
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
Bob Gilbert traces the associations of British wild plants and the Passion of Christ. In the third programme; the hawthorn crown, the road to the cross and the humble speedwell. Show more
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