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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Dr Krish Kandiah Show more
Environment secretary George Eustice discusses an England-only consultation into allowing genetic editing. Show more
Chris Packham presents the mandarin duck. Show more
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Amol Rajan and guests discuss whether we have reached a point where generational inequalities must be addressed. And, if so, what sort of changes are required to achieve that. Show more
Woman's Hour
Singer-songwriter Holly Humberstone. Lockdown family pressures. BPAS not for profit IVF Clinic.
41 minutes
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Singer-songwriter Holly Humberstone. One mother's view of mental health services she believes failed her son. Lockdown pressures on families over school closures and working Show more
Siân Phillips reads a powerful story by award-winning author Stephen Wyatt. Kath is mesmerised by a painting which seems to speak directly to her and to sum up her life. Show more
Kavita Puri hears stories from the second generation about a golden decade whem British South Asians were beginning to see themselves in the mainstream in music and on television. Show more
Ruby’s take on mental health - to make us laugh at her, ourselves, make our lives manageable and share coping tools. From 2018. Show more
For the first time G is taught the true significance of his race. He prepares to leave for Trinidad, anxious to discover His People, and begin anew. He says goodbye to the village. Show more
You and Yours
Vaccine Scams, Satellite Broadband and Fake Boiler Offer
39 minutes
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As the vaccine rolls out criminals are using it to try and fleece you of cash with fake texts; and we have news of a tempting British Gas promotion that isn't all it seems.
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Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment, with Sarah Montague.
Offshore wind turbines are great when they're working but tough to repair. Meet the family of robots that can keep the blades turning, whatever the ocean throws at them. Show more
Roy has some advice for Kirsty, and Shula’s having doubts Show more
Jonathan Myerson's entertaining new dramas follow the political swings of The Republican Party, through the personal stories of its Presidents. Show more
Gardeners' Question Time
GQT at Home: Growing Greens and Buzzing Bees
42 minutes
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Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts. Show more
Sundays at our house are always loud. But somehow it feels quiet today. Lonely. An original short story for radio by actor and writer Jade Anouka. Produced by Becky Ripley. Show more
Last Word
Sir Brian Urquhart (pictured), Albert Roux, Dame Rachel Waterhouse, Gerry Marsden
28 minutes
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Matthew Bannister on civil servant Sir Brian Urquhart, chef Albert Roux, consumer champion Dame Rachel Waterhouse and singer Gerry Marsden. Show more
Amol Rajan and guests discuss whether we have reached a point where generational inequalities must be addressed. And, if so, what sort of changes are required to achieve that. Show more
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines
Six O'Clock News
08/01/2021 The UK has recorded its highest number of Coronavirus deaths in a single day.
30 minutes
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The UK has recorded its highest number of Coronavirus deaths in a single day -- exactly two weeks after restrictions were eased for Christmas Day.
A satirical review of the week's news with Andy Zaltzman Show more
Front Row
We commemorate the fifth anniversary of David Bowie's death and consider his continuing musical influence and legacy
41 minutes
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We mark the 5th anniversary of David Bowie's death. Ingrid Persaud talks about her Costa Book Awards-winning novel, Love After Love. And we review Netflix's Pieces of a Woman. Show more
Siân Phillips reads a powerful story by award-winning author Stephen Wyatt. Kath is mesmerised by a painting which seems to speak directly to her and to sum up her life. Show more
Any Questions?
Ian Blackford MP, Anne Longfield, Penny Mordaunt MP, Steve Reed MP
47 minutes
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Chris Mason presents political debate and discussion from Broadcasting House in London with Ian Blackford MP, Anne Longfield Penny Mordaunt MP and Steve Reed MP. Show more
In the aftermath of events in Washington this week, Adam Gopnik reflects on the unimaginable fragility of democratic states. Show more
39 Ways to Save the Planet
The First Five Fascinating Ideas
57 minutes
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Beating climate change takes the best ideas from the smartest minds. Tom Heap offers up the first five bold ideas to cut carbon. Show more
Biggest Russian bombardment on Ukraine yet
UK’s highest daily number of covid deaths
45 minutes
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In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective
For the first time G is taught the true significance of his race. He prepares to leave for Trinidad, anxious to discover His People, and begin anew. He says goodbye to the village. Show more
President Trump calls for an 'orderly transition of power'. Show more
Martin Palmer, secretary general of the Alliance of Religions and Conservation, reflects on the spiritual responses evoked by cliffs in religious stories and traditions. Show more
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
As the century turns 21, five essayists offer their personal appraisals and advice. Dina Rezk gives a personal perspective on the defining moments of 9/11 and the Arab Spring. Show more
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