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Prayer and reflection with Sister Gemma Simmonds. Show more
The British Veterinary Association warn that Government cuts could allow animal disease back into the UK. Charlotte Smith asks the UK Chief Vet how our borders can remain safe. Show more
Writer and Booker Prize winner Howard Jacobson joins Kirsty Young to choose his Desert Island Discs. Show more
Presented by Jenni Murray. Discussing the British Psychological Society's call for a review of the way medication is used to treat children with behavioural problems. Show more
Ash is caught in a dilemma. He can't bear the thought of losing Anjuli, yet must negotiate her wedding price. With Blake Ritson. Show more
Territorial Army Major Will Robson gives a rare insider insight into the British Army's mission to rebuild Afghanistan. Show more
Floating in the most peculiar way, Harry and Pip hear Gently Benevolent's life story. Stars Tom Allen. From November 2009. Show more
Consumer champion Martin Lewis; the ASA's crackdown on misleading promotions; Oscar-nominated products; and the economy that's capitalising on Royal Wedding rumours. Show more
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Roger Bolton presents the forum for listener comment. Should Radio 4 try to attract a broader audience? Listeners say no. A listener visits the BBC pronunciation unit. Show more
Pat finds the perfect solution and Brian's worried about confidentiality. Show more
After a foolhardy trade in the City almost wipes out Harry Tower's hedge fund, he turns for help to family friend, Bob Glass, probably the most successful trader on Wall Street. Show more
Eric Robson and the team are in the magical surroundings of Alnwick Castle, Northumberland. Chris Beardshaw explores Alnwick's treacherous Poison Garden. Show more
Martin Ellis catches up with famous early cyclists Edward Elgar and Vaughn Williams. Even Sherlock Holmes took an interest. Show more
Last Word
Trevor Bailey, Ernest McCulloch, John Paul Getty III, Gary Moore
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John Wilson on Test Match star Trevor Bailey, stem cell pioneer Dr Ernest McCulloch, American heir John Paul Getty III and blues guitarist Gary Moore who found fame with Thin Lizzy. Show more
Francine Stock talks to Hailee Steinfeld the young actress who stars with Jeff Bridges and Matt Damon in The Coen Brothers' remake of True Grit. Show more
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Sandi Toksvig presents another episode of the ever-popular topical panel show. Making up the panel are Danielle Ward, Sue Perkins, Jeremy Hardy and Fred Macaulay. Show more
Matt makes a proposition and it's a busy day for Ruth. Show more
Front Row
Juliet Stevenson on stage; Tony Christie interviewed
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With Kirsty Lang. Juliet Stevenson in Richard Bean's new play The Heretic; singer Tony Christie; novelist Hisham Matar; British plays performed at the Pentagon's request. Show more
Ash is caught in a dilemma. He can't bear the thought of losing Anjuli, yet must negotiate her wedding price. With Blake Ritson. Show more
Jonathan Dimbleby chairs the topical discussion from Bristol with Defence Secretary Liam Fox, Labour MP Tristram Hunt, columnist Polly Toynbee and writer Harry Mount. Show more
Alain de Botton muses on why a bookish life is a poor preparation for marriage. He also reflects on why a typical love story in Western literature is usually nothing of the sort. Show more
A gripping story from the frontline of Afghanistan by Andy McNab. Eighteen-year-old Briggsy is just three weeks into his first posting and he's thrilled to be part of the action. Show more
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Jim's island dreams are dashed, while Irene wonders if hers were ever realistic. Read by William Hope. Show more
Legendary naturalist Sir David muses on the natural history of perhaps the most lethargic beast in the animal world. From 2009. Show more
Mark D'Arcy reports on events at Westminster.
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By Amy Chua. After a difficult time for the family, the Chuas go on holiday to Russia. But in Red Square, tensions between Amy and Lulu come to a head. Show more
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