Lucy Ash tells the extraordinary but little-known tale of Russia's three all-female regiments that flew more than 30,000 missions on the Eastern Front during the Second World War. Show more
An elderly lady finds it easier talking to her car than people, especially in a stately Roller. Stars Anne Reid. From 2010. Show more
Consumer news and issues with Peter White. Tony Hall's vision for the Cultural Olympiad, UK City of Culture and council cuts threaten arts projects. Show more
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National and international news with Shaun Ley.
Roger Bolton airs listeners' views on BBC radio programmes and policy.
Oliver can't stand the heat at Grey Gables. Show more
Back in Britain with the manuscript of Rachel's book, Adam decides to ask his and Rachel's old college mentor to give his opinion on it. The result is unsettling. Show more
Eric Robson chairs the popular horticultural forum. Bunny Guinness, Bob Flowerdew and Matthew Biggs answer questions posed by the gardeners of Selly Park Garden Club in Birmingham. Show more
1970s prostitute Helen talks to sex worker Maria, who is funding her way through University. How has their industry changed? Show more
Matthew Bannister presents the obituary series. Marking the lives of Michael Foot, Rose Gray, Bert Bushnell, and Winston Churchill, grandson of the great wartime leader.
Leonardo DiCaprio reveals the secrets of his working relationship with Martin Scorsese. Show more
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The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present a satirical review of the week's news, with help from Jon Holmes, Laura Shavin, Mitch Benn and Marcus Brigstocke.
Jude goes into the Dragon's Den. Show more
Arts news and reviews with Kirsty Lang. Oscars preview, short film nominee Juanita Wilson on filming in Chernobyl, and artist Jenny Holzer at Baltic Mill, Gateshead. Show more
A violent blast from Alison’s past appears and drastic measures are needed to escape. Stars Alison Steadman and Rosie Cavaliero. Show more
Jonathan Dimbleby chairs the topical debate from the London Muslim Centre in Whitechapel. The panellists are Ken Livingstone, Ken Clarke MP, Julia Goldsworthy MP and Mehdi Hasan. Show more
Lisa Jardine presents the last in her series of personal reflections. Show more
A History of the World in 100 Objects Omnibus
Making Us Human
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on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Neil MacGregor, the Director of the British Museum, presents an omnibus edition of the first five items in his history of humanity as told through the objects it has made. Show more
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National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig. Gordon Brown defends the decision to go to war in Iraq at the Chilcot inquiry. Show more
Suddenly appalled by his lonely life in London, Anthony seeks refuge with his beloved sister in southern France. Meanwhile Aramon Lunel has his own plans. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Ken Arnold and Jay Griffiths join Sue MacGregor to discuss novels by Ben Goldacre, Edmund Gosse and John Berger. From 2010. Show more
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with Mark D'Arcy.
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In 1986, Patti is living with her husband and son in Detroit when she hears bad news about Robert Mapplethorpe. Concluded by the author. Show more
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