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The sound of bells from St Chad's church in Shrewsbury. Show more
Shaun Ley examines the common philosophical traditions of Conservatism and Liberalism, and considers their implications for the two parties today. Show more
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The journalist Madeleine Bunting reflects on the appeal of gardens and gardening. Show more
In spring, the air of the Cumbrian coast is filled with the ear-splitting calls of Natterjack Toads. William Shaw of the ARC Trust reveals their precarious lifestyle. Show more
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Samira Ahmed with the religious and ethical news of the week. Moral arguments and perspectives on stories, familiar and unfamiliar. Show more
Sheena McDonald appeals on behalf of The Brain Research Trust. Show more
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From St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, Edinburgh. Marking Edinburgh 2010, centenary of the city's historic World Missionary Conference. Preacher: Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu. Show more
David Cannadine reflects on the significance of Memorial Day in the United States. He traces the history of this important public holiday and describes the role it plays in America. Show more
News and conversation about the big stories of the week with Kevin Connolly. Show more
Coverage of the third day of the Second Test between England and Bangladesh from Old Trafford. Commentary from Jonathan Agnew, Henry Blofeld and Simon Mann. Show more
Ernie Rea introduces his selection of highlights from the past week on BBC radio. Show more
Matt faces friction on the fairway and Josh gets more than he bargained for with the bees. Show more
Matt Frei presents an insider guide to the stories shaping America today. In an oil spill special, Americana takes some time to listen to Louisiana. Who is listening to them? Show more
Monologues by Jonathan Lennie, based on facts and conjecture, about deaths of great composers. Don Carlo Gesualdo faces the demons that have driven his music since his wife's death. Show more
Tim Harford presents the magazine which explains the numbers behind the news. Show more
Radio 4's obituary programme, analysing and reflecting on the lives of people who have recently died. Show more
Paul Lewis brings you the latest news from the world of personal finance. Show more
Sheena McDonald appeals on behalf of The Brain Research Trust. Show more
Policy makers are keen for us to make public pledges as a means of keeping families together and tackling social problems. Ben Rogers explores the idea's value and limitations. Show more
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Reports from behind the scenes at Westminster.
Michael White takes a wry look at how the broadsheets and red tops treat the week's top stories. Show more
Francine Stock travels to Barra, the setting for Whisky Galore, and visits The Screen Machine, the articulated lorry that's also a cinema. Show more
The journalist Madeleine Bunting reflects on the appeal of gardens and gardening. Show more
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Can the language we speak affect how we think about the world? Laurie Taylor considers the impact of our mother tongue on culture. Plus the causes of regional inequality. Show more
The sound of bells from St Chad's church in Shrewsbury. Show more
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