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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Seeta Lakhani, Hindu tutor at Eton College. Show more

The editor-in chief of British Vogue Edward Enninful joins Martha Kearney to make his selection of a favourite photograph from the National Portrait Gallery. Show more

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Just a hop away from the station at Ainsdale lies one of the most beautiful stretches of coast adjoined by a nature reserve. Clare and Rose take a five-mile hike. Show more

Some cautiously good news on bird flu and warnings that budget cuts in Wales will impact farmers and the environment. Show more

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Rory Bremner, actor and impressionist, talks ADHD and playing Chris Tarrant. Show more

Comedian Darren Harriott went to Manila on a whim, but really fell for this (extremely) warm and welcoming city. Will Shaun be persuaded to go? All bets are off. Show more

Elphaba's song Defying Gravity from the hit musical Wicked has become a powerful anthem for people from all walks of life, and this episode tells some of their stories. Show more

Historic by-election results, war in the Middle East, politics in an era of no money and the likely date of the next election. George Parker and guests discuss. Show more

Jeremy Bowen reflects on the challenges of establishing the facts during a time of war, when news breaks - and information spreads - faster than ever. Show more

A hairbrush company founded in 1777 has had £1.6m stolen by thieves in a matter of minutes. Show more

Ian Smith, Lucy Porter, Anushka Asthana, and Simon Evans join Andy Zaltzman to quiz the week's news. Show more

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Alex Forsyth presents political debate from Glasgow with a panel including Jackie Baillie MSP, Andrew Bowie MP, Christine Jardine MP, Blair Jenkins and Pete Wishart MP. Show more

Call Any Answers? to have your say on the big issues in the news this week

Sean is a volunteer driver for The Fork Cafe, picking up ingredients thrown out by supermarkets. But navigating his own life is proving much more difficult. By Bethan Roberts. Show more

Dr Frank Reeves' death reunites him in the Other World with Peter Carter, who hovers between life and death as his operation begins. Can they win Peter's celestial court case? Show more

Coleen Rooney on her documentary series The Real Wagatha Story, and new HFEA ratings for IVF add-ons. Show more

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Poland's former foreign minister on living under communism and the future of Europe. Show more

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He was one of England's greatest ever footballers and was key to 1966 World Cup triumph. Lorries with aid enter Gaza for the first time since Hamas' attacks on Israel.

Clive Anderson and Rima Ahmed is joined by Jeremy Dyson, Lucy Beaumont, Gaynor Faye and Bob Cryer for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. Show more

We explore the life of one of Europe’s most enduring politicians, from resistance in Communist-era Poland, to becoming prime minister of Poland, and then one of the EU’s top jobs. Show more

Bernie Taupin, lyricist and songwriting partner of Elton John, on his formative influences and inspirations. Show more

Donny Osmond says the type of fan hysteria The Osmonds experienced could never happen now. Josephine McDermott traces the history of teen fans to see if he's right. Show more

Toby Jones stars in the final series of GF Newman's family crime saga, Catherine, and Leah are still desperately trying to help Brian prove his innocence. Show more

Jon Holmes's comedy current affairs concept album remixes news into award-winning satirical shapes. This week - An Arse on a Plate, Corbyn Neutral, and Peter Bone-y M. Show more

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Bassoonist Amy Harman and pianist Keelan Carew take us from a gentle nursery rhyme to an action-packed TV theme as they add the next five tracks with Cerys and Jeffrey. Show more

Russell Davies asks the questions in the prestigious general knowledge quiz, with competitors from around the UK bidding to become Brain of Britain 2023 Show more

Christmas 1974, and two young climbers shelter in an abandoned house in the Scottish mountains. They are about to experience the most terrifying night of their lives. Show more

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In the second episode, Soweto looks at music's wider impact and how creative skills are useful in all walks of life. Show more

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