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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with the Right Reverend John Arnold, Bishop of Salford. Show more
The boom in people signing up for veg box schemes this year has been good news for The Community Farm in Somerset - but to deliver their social projects, they're having to adapt. Show more
Chris Packham presents the South American toco tucan. Show more
Chef and Great British Bake Off judge Prue Leith guest-edits the programme.
An all-star cast reunite to share memories of their part in one of Saturday night TV's greatest success stories. With Craig Revel Horwood. Anton Du Beke and Natasha Kaplinsky. Show more
Woman's Hour
Tracy-Ann Oberman plays Katherine Hepburn on NYE on R4
43 minutes
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Actor/writer Tracy-Ann Oberman as Katherine Hepburn in a Radio 4 play, Stella Creasy MP and a new campaign, Food writer Kate Young and Jansson’s Temptation, Hollie McNish's Xmas poem. Show more
By Charles Dickens. All Cloisterham knows that Neville has had a row with Edwin. But only Helena knows how her brother feels about Rosa. Adapted by Mike Walker. Show more
Crossing Continents
The Mapuche - Fighting for their right to heal
28 minutes
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The Mapuche battle to get respect for their unique approach to healthcare in southern Chile. Show more
Andrew McGibbon explores how John Coltrane's interpretation of My Favourite Things turned a charming waltz from the The Sound of Music into a hit record for discerning jazz lovers. Show more
Sally Phillips reads a set of short stories and personal reflections on Christmas from the author of Love, Nina. Episode 4: A comic tale of Santa confusion and bikini envy. Show more
You and Yours
Repossessions, Book Subscriptions, Homelessness
39 minutes
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The homeowners at risk of repossession because of coronavirus.
Buying direct from your local bookshop even when it's closed.
Fears that homelessness is on the rise again. Show more
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Analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Sarah Montague.
Phill Jupitus searches for the answers to questions posed by songs. A 1985 song by Dire Straits provokes a discussion about worry with Dr Olivia Remes and Professor John Crichton. Show more
Gavin reaches the end of his tether and Jazzer calls a truce Show more
On Christmas Eve, a family arrives at their country cottage, but the homeless keyholder and her son have moved in. The family faces a clash of liberal versus Christian principles. Show more
Recorded in the majestic beauty of the 15th century chapel of King's College, Cambridge. Christmas carols and hymns sung by the world-famous chapel choir. Show more
BBC Inside Science
Space Rocks, Aquatic Dinosaurs and Global Temperatures; 2020 science reviewed
32 minutes
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Dr Adam Rutherford and guests discuss space rocks, aquatic dinosaurs and global temperatures. 2020 science reviewed. Show more
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines
Six O'Clock News
24/12/2020 UK and EU agree post-Brexit trade deal.
15 minutes
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Boris Johnson declares Britain has taken back control through post Brexit trade deal.
Hancock and Kerr are forced to stop claiming unemployment benefits by the Ministry Of Labour, so the Lad Himself takes on a job as Santa in Sid's department store. Show more
Kirsty demands answers and there’s a festive surprise for Clarrie. Show more
Front Row
Charlie Brooker and Annabel Jones - Death to 2020
28 minutes
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Charlie Brooker and Annabel Jones's new mocumentary, Le Gateau Chocolat's favourite parties, Neil Gaiman twists fairy tales, and a new carol set to words by Paul Laurence Dunbar. Show more
By Charles Dickens. All Cloisterham knows that Neville has had a row with Edwin. But only Helena knows how her brother feels about Rosa. Adapted by Mike Walker. Show more
The Film Programme
Christopher Nolan & Tom Shone
28 minutes
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Christopher Nolan and Tom Shone Show more
4 Extra Debut. Andri Snær Magnason is dreaming of a dark Christmas in Iceland – thanks to a tradition of telling terrifying tales. From 2017. Show more
At the end of the 25th year of the series, Mark Tully returns to present an hour long special. Through great writers, poets and composers he finds comfort in the face of adversity. Show more
Biggest Russian bombardment on Ukraine yet
UK and EU strike post-Brexit trade deal
45 minutes
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In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective
Sally Phillips reads a set of short stories and personal reflections on Christmas from the author of Love, Nina. Episode 4: A comic tale of Santa confusion and bikini envy. Show more
Former choristers share their memories of singing the Once in Royal David's City solo at the beginning of the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols broadcast on Christmas Eve. Show more
The Mass of the Nativity of the Lord, live from Manchester Cathedral. Celebrant - Rogers Govender, Dean. Preacher - Dr David Walker, Bishop of Manchester. Show more
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