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Research suggests that reading for pleasure is a key indicator in a child's future outcome. But how can we foster that love of reading? Author Julia Donaldson investigates. Show more
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Helen faces a dilemma and Brad seeks a new opportunity Show more
Actor Andrew Scott talks to John Wilson about his most important creative influences and experiences. Show more
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Could seaweed farming be the answer to some of our biggest issues? Leyla Kazim finds out. Show more
Anita Anand goes on the trail of a tragic fire in London’s Soho in 1980 that, despite killing 37 people, has fallen off the edge of mainstream history. Show more
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Hundreds of branch managers were wrongly convicted because of a flawed computer system
Sue Perkins challenges guests Paul Merton, Kerry Godliman, Zoe Lyons and Daliso Chaponda to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Show more
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Golden Globe winner Poor Things reviewed, new deal for Warhammer 40,000 game, Agri Ismaïl on his debut novel Hyper, and how honest are critics? Show more
Gatekeepers are everywhere. They're key decision-makers that allow you to progress in life or hold you back. Neil Maggs asks who are these people? And how did they get there? Show more
Thousands of people were killed in the 'war on drugs' in the Philippines. Thanks to a pathologist and a priest in Manila, the truth of some of these deaths is being revealed. Show more
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