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Shipping Forecast

The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping

Shipping Forecast: 01/10/2007

01/10/2007

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Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

News Briefing

News Briefing: 01/10/2007

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Prayer for the Day

Prayer for the Day: 01/10/2007

BBC Radio 4 - Prayer for the Day, 01/10/2007

Daily prayer and reflection with the Rt Rev David Chillingworth.

Farming Today

The latest news about food, farming and the countryside

Farming Today: 01/10/2007

BBC Radio 4 - Farming Today, 01/10/2007

News and issues in rural Britain with Mark Holdstock.

Weather

Weather: 01/10/2007

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Today

Radio 4's flagship news and current affairs programme; including Thought for the Day

Radio 4's flagship news and current affairs programme; including religious reflections from Thought for the Day at 0748

Today: 01/10/2007

BBC Radio 4 - Today, 01/10/2007

With James Naughtie, Edward Stourton. Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.

With James Naughtie and Edward Stourton. Including Sports Desk at 6.25am, 7.25am, 8.25am; Weather at 6.05am, 6.57am, 7.57am; Thought for the Day at 7.48am.

Start the Week

Weekly discussion programme, setting the cultural agenda every Monday

Start the Week: 01/10/2007

BBC Radio 4 - Start the Week, 01/10/2007

Guests include Max Hastings, John Simpson, Karen Armstrong and Joost Hiltermann.

Andrew Marr sets the cultural agenda for the week. Guests include Max Hastings, John Simpson, Karen Armstrong and Joost Hiltermann.

JOHN SIMPSON has covered many of the biggest stories of recent times, including the conflict in Bosnia, the overthrow of the Taliban in 2001 and the invasion of Iraq. In his new book, Not Quite World's End: A Traveller's Tales, he explores some of the world's troubles that have happened during his long career as a foreign correspondent and now as the BBC's World Affairs Editor. He talks about the many wars and people he has come across, from emperors to movie stars to the Bushmen of the Kalahari. He also argues that, with luck, the world of the future will be, on balance, a more peaceful place. Not Quite World's End: A Traveller's Tales is published by Macmillan. 

In March 1988, during the Iran-Iraq war, thousands of people were killed in a chemical attack on Halabja, a remote town in the Kurdish area of northern Iraq. Both sides accused each other. JOOST R HILTERMANN, Deputy Program Director for the Middle East and North Africa for the International Crisis Group and author of A Poisonous Affair, discusses the Iraqi government's use of chemical weapons against the Iraqi Kurds and the Iranians during the Eighties, as well as the Reagan administration's reluctance to publicly condemn it. As he says, this has had very specific, highly deleterious consequences which continue to haunt us today. A Poisonous Affair: America, Iraq, and the Gassing of Halabja is published by Cambridge University Press.

Translated into over two thousand languages, the Bible has few rivals in terms of history and influence. KAREN ARMSTRONG, a former nun and author of numerous books on the world's religions, discusses her new book The Bible: The Biography. She talks about the origins and compilation of this collection of 'books' and how we should read scripture today. She argues that an interpretation based on a compassionate desire to understand is a spiritual discipline which is badly needed in our torn and fragmented world. The Bible: The Biography is published by Atlantic Books.

The writer and historian MAX HASTINGS describes his latest book, Nemesis: The Battle for Japan, 1944-45, as "brutally revisionist". In it he examines the war in the Far East across China, Burma, India and the Philippines, together with a vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, resulting in the deaths of more than twenty million people. He describes the actions of the Japanese as unparalleled in barbarity. In particular, he highlights the terrible suffering of the Chinese, saying that at least three times as many people perished in China during the war as Hitler killed in his death camps. Nemesis: The Battle for Japan, 1944-45 is published by Harper Press.

Daily Service

Spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music.

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music.

Daily Service: 01/10/2007

BBC Radio 4 - Daily Service, 01/10/2007

Christian worship and music led by Clair Jaquiss.

International Cricket

BBC Radio 4 - International Cricket

First one day international between Sri Lanka and England at Dambulla.

Coverage of the first one day international between Sri Lanka and England at Dambulla.

News Headlines; Shipping Forecast

News, weather and Shipping Forecast updates. 

News and Weather

News Headlines; Shipping Forecast: 01/10/2007

BBC Radio 4 - News Headlines; Shipping Forecast, 01/10/2007

National and international news and the shipping forecast.

The latest national and international news headlines, followed by the shipping forecast.

First one day international between Sri Lanka and England and India at Dambulla.

Further coverage of the first one day international between Sri Lanka and England and India at Dambulla.

Further coverage of the first one day international between Sri Lanka and England and India at Dambulla.

Including at 5.54pm Shipping Forecast.

Six O'Clock News

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4

Six O'Clock News: 01/10/2007

BBC Radio 4 - Six O'Clock News, 01/10/2007

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4, followed by Weather.

Genius

Comedy series which chews over billiant but unworkable ideas

Comedy series which chews over the ridiculous, unworkable but sometimes genius inventions, schemes and policies dreamed up by members of the public

Genius: Series 3: Episode 1: Rob Newman

Episode 1

Episode 1: Rob Newman

Series 3

Rob Newman

BBC Radio 4 Extra - Genius, Series 3, Rob Newman

A whole new realm of swearing opens up as Rob Newman joins Dave Gorman.

High-tech hitching to brushes with fingernails. Dave Gorman asks Rob Newman to choose the best loopy idea. From October 2007.

From high-tech hitching to brushes with fingernails. 

Dave Gorman asks comedian Rob Newman to select the public's best loopy idea.

Award-winning comedian Dave Gorman and a celebrity guest chew over the ridiculous, unworkable but sometimes genius inventions, schemes and policies of the public.

Producer: Simon Nicholls

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in October 2007.

Genius: Series 3

BBC Radio 4 Extra

Your digital radio entertainment station showcasing the best in comedy and drama

Your digital radio entertainment station showcasing the best in comedy and drama. With recent favourites from BBC Radio 4.

Dave Gorman and a celebrity guest chew over ridiculous and unworkable inventions.

Dave Gorman and a celebrity guest chew over ridiculous and unworkable inventions and ideas which nonetheless display an element of genius in their creator.

The Archers

An intense and gripping week of events unfolds in Ambridge. Listen to all the drama here.

The Archers: 01/10/2007

BBC Radio 4 - The Archers, 01/10/2007

Two policemen arrive at Taylor's house in Bournemouth to arrest him. Frightened, he protests his innocence as they drag him down to the station and put him in a cell. Later, he regains his composure during an interview with DS Collins, saying that any sex between him and Kathy was consensual - and frankly, she was really up for it. 

David asks Ruth if they can have a chat later. When they do, a shocked Ruth realises that he is afraid she wants to have the reconstruction so she can be attractive to other men. It's a blow to Ruth - she tells David she thought they were further in the repair of their relationship than it seems they are. She assures him that the breast reconstruction is for her, and for him. He's got to learn to trust her again. 

Jennifer asks Adam to look after Ruairi while she and Brian go to Barcelona. He tells her he has already offered, and Brian has refused - she and Adam both know why. Jennifer can hardly believe it, and says she will talk to Brian. She's let too many things go by in the past without speaking out.

Front Row

Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music

Front Row: 01/10/2007

BBC Radio 4 - Front Row, 01/10/2007

With Mark Lawson, including the verdict on Sally Potter's staging of Carmen for ENO.

Arts news and reviews with Mark Lawson, including the verdict on Sally Potter's staging of Carmen for English National Opera.

15 Minute Drama

Classic and contemporary original drama and book dramatisations

Woman's Hour Drama: Whose Sari Now

15 Minute Drama: Whose Sari Now: Episode 1: The Gujarati Way

Episode 1: The Gujarati Way

Whose Sari Now

The Gujarati Way

BBC Radio 4 - 15 Minute Drama, Whose Sari Now, The Gujarati Way

Rajesh's problems start when true love walks through the door to buy her wedding sari.

Rani Moorthy's tale of human relationships, set in a sari shop. 1/5: The Gujarati Way. Rajesh's problems start when true love finally walks through the door to buy her wedding sari.

15 Minute Drama: Whose Sari Now

BBC Radio 4 is a radio channel that started transmitting on the 30th September 1967. It replaced BBC Home Service.

Rani Moorthy's tale of human relationships, set in a sari shop

Keeping the Faith

Keeping the Faith: Episode 2

Episode 2

BBC Radio 4 - Keeping the Faith, Episode 2Search BBC

Historian Jane Ridley is a descendant of Protestant martyr Nicholas Ridley.

Series in which people look at the English Reformation through the experience of their ancestors. 2/3: Historian Jane Ridley is a descendant of Protestant martyr Nicholas Ridley.

Series in which people of different religions look at the English Reformation

Series in which three people of different religions look at the English Reformation through the experience of their ancestors

The Learning Curve

The definitive guide to learning, with practical advice, features and listeners' views

The Learning Curve: 01/10/2007

BBC Radio 4 - The Learning Curve, 01/10/2007

Libby Purves presents a guide to the world of learning with advice and features.

Libby Purves presents a guide to the world of learning, with practical advice, features and listeners' views.

Nature

Natural history programme offering a unique insight into the natural world

Natural history programme offering a unique insight into the natural world and the rich variety of creatures inhabiting it

Nature: The Sounds of Britain: The Wrekin Forest

The Sounds of Britain: The Wrekin Forest

BBC Radio 4 - Nature, The Sounds of Britain: The Wrekin Forest

Paul Evans reveals the mysteries and atmosphere of the woodland slopes of Shropshire.

4/8. The Sounds of Britain: The Wrekin Forest. Paul Evans reveals the mysteries and atmosphere of the shaggy woodland slopes of Shropshire.

The World Tonight

In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and major breaking news from a global perspective

The World Tonight: 01/10/2007

BBC Radio 4 - The World Tonight, 01/10/2007

Are The Tories shifting to the right in preparation for a possible early election?

National and international news and analysis with Bridget Kendall. As the Tories meet in Blackpool, are they shifting to the right in preparation for a possible early election?

Book at Bedtime

Readings from modern classics, new works by leading writers and world literature

Readings from modern classics, new works by leading writers and literature from around the world

Book at Bedtime: A Thousand Splendid Suns

Book at Bedtime: A Thousand Splendid Suns: Episode 6

Episode 6

A Thousand Splendid Suns

BBC Radio 4 - Book at Bedtime, A Thousand Splendid Suns, Episode 6

Laila's house is turned to rubble by a rocket attack and both her parents are killed.

A Thousand Splendid Suns, by Khaled Hosseini. 6/10: Laila's house is destroyed in a rocket attack and both her parents are killed. Rasheed brings her home to be cared for by Mariam.

Seeta Indrani reads from Khaled Hosseini's eagerly awaited second novel

Another Case of Milton Jones

Britain's funniest Milton returns with a fully-working cast and a shipload of new jokes

Another Case of Milton Jones: Series 1

Another Case of Milton Jones: Series 1: Episode 3: World Famous Biogeneticist

Episode 3

Episode 3: World Famous Biogeneticist

Series 1

World Famous Biogeneticist

BBC Radio 4 Extra - Another Case of Milton Jones, Series 1, World Famous Biogeneticist

The surreal comedian tackles an expert role each week, with no ability whatsoever.

The surreal comedian tackles an expert role each week, with no ability whatsoever. With Dave Lamb. From September 2005.

Milton Jones bestrides the globe as an expert in his field with no ability whatsoever

Standing up for Liverpool

10/04/2007

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Les Dennis tells the story of Liverpool club comedian Jackie Hamilton.

Les Dennis tells the story of Jackie Hamilton, a Liverpool club comedian who never made the big time but whose observational comedy provides a graphic social history of Merseyside.

The latest national and international news and weather reports from BBC Radio 4

News and Weather: 01/10/2007

BBC Radio 4 - News and Weather, 01/10/2007

National and international news from BBC Radio 4.

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4, followed by weather.

Book of the Week

Serialised book readings, featuring works from various genres

Serialised book readings, featuring works of non-fiction, biography, autobiography, travel, diaries, essays, humour and history

Book of the Week: Red Moon Rising

Book of the Week: Red Moon Rising: Episode 1: Khrushchev's Secret Visit

Episode 1: Khrushchev's Secret Visit

Red Moon Rising

Khrushchev's Secret Visit

BBC Radio 4 - Book of the Week, Red Moon Rising, Khrushchev's Secret Visit

In the aftermath of World War II, the USSR is determined to build a long-range missile.

Red Moon Rising: Matthew Brzezinski's story of Sputnik and the start of the space age. 1/5: Khrushchev's Secret Visit. The USSR is determined to build a long-range missile.

Matthew Brzezinski's story of Sputnik and the rivalries that ignited the space age

Selection of BBC World Service Programmes

A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes

BBC Radio 4 presents a selection of news and current affairs, arts and science programmes from the BBC World Service

Selection of BBC World Service Programmes: 02/10/2007

02/10/2007

BBC World Service Online - Schedules

BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of programmes.

BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of news and current affairs, arts and science programmes. BBC Radio 4 resumes at 5.20am.

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