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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Anna Magnusson. Show more
Caz Graham hears how the predicted drought this summer could mean shoppers paying more for some fruits and vegetables. Show more
The latest weather forecast for farmers.
Morning news and current affairs, presented by Sarah Montague and James Naughtie, debating military action against Iran, brawling boxers, the NHS summit and lab-made burgers. Show more
Start the Week
Ian Stewart, Peter Randall-Page, Mark Miodownik, Jane Rapley
43 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
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Tom Sutcliffe discusses how science has shaped society with Mark Miodownik, Ian Stewart, Peter Randall-Page and Jane Rapley. Show more
With London Fashion Week in full swing, we bring the catwalk to the Woman's Hour studio in a special edition of the programme. Presented by Jane Garvey. Show more
1944: Ordinary tea lady, Mrs Brown advertises for a lodger. Stirring wartime thriller - with a modern twist. Stars Amanda Root. Show more
Vishva Samani, a descendant of British Asian Ugandans, returns to the country her parents were forced to leave in 1972 and witnesses the rekindling of a relationship with the land. Show more
Stephen Fry, Natalie Haynes, Milton Jones and Lloyd Langford vie for wordy supremacy chaired by Gyles Brandreth. From 2012. Show more
You and Yours
Energy bills, the all-advert radio station, using credit cards on foreign websites
55 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
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Confusion over energy bills, the difficulties of using your credit card on foreign websites, and the radio station that only plays adverts. Show more
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Martha Kearney presents national and international news. Listeners can share their views via email: wato@bbc.co.uk or on twitter: #wato.
Sport and the British
Episode 16: Cricket and the English Hero
15 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
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Clare Balding investigates the role sporting heroes, like cricketers WG Grace and Jack Hobbs, play in shaping national identity. Show more
Alan sets an intriguing challenge and Tom piles on the pressure. Show more
Simon's partner Alan appears to have snubbed a visiting crown prince - and now a new oil exploration contract is under threat. Show more
The third semi-final, featuring competitors from Windsor, Glasgow, Tottenham and Farnsfield in Nottinghamshire. Show more
Sheila Dillon looks at how people are clubbing together to buy budget and luxury food. Show more
Robert Powell explores the recordings of Salford-born comedian Al Read and reveals a collection of hilarious and perceptive monologues way ahead of their time. Show more
Discussion programme in which guests from different faith and non-faith perspectives debate the challenges of today's world. Ernie Rea and guests discuss the Baha'i faith. Show more
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Nicholas Parsons challenges Julian Clary, Sue Perkins, Paul Merton and Charles Collingwood to talk for 60 seconds without hesitation, repetition or deviation. From February 2012. Show more
Bert Horrobin tries his luck. Meanwhile Kylie causes a stir.
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel reviewed, with Judi Dench and Bill Nighy as British retirees in India; artist Jeremy Deller; the Brit nominees inspired by literature. Show more
1944: Ordinary tea lady, Mrs Brown advertises for a lodger. Stirring wartime thriller - with a modern twist. Stars Amanda Root. Show more
Every year, up to 98,000 Americans die because of the medical treatment they get. Professor James Reason discovers how patient safety is improved by doctors admitting mistakes. Show more
Wages have failed to rise in line with profits since the early 1980s. Duncan Weldon, a senior economist at the Trades Union Congress, goes in search of the possible causes. Show more
Quentin Cooper presents his digest of science in and behind the headlines. Star on the brink of a supernova explosion; our global water footprint; New Elizabethan scientists. Show more
Start the Week
Ian Stewart, Peter Randall-Page, Mark Miodownik, Jane Rapley
43 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Tom Sutcliffe discusses how science has shaped society with Mark Miodownik, Ian Stewart, Peter Randall-Page and Jane Rapley. Show more
The latest weather forecast.
Ritula Shah presents national and international news and analysis. Show more
Sukhanov discovers apparent betrayal all around him, at his work, from his lodger and his wife, and his grasp on reality seems to be slipping. Show more
Caroline and Sylvia are dubious over a new client, but a weekend away dampens any misgivings. Stars Anna Massey. From June 2010. Show more
MPs have returned to Westminster after their half-term break, and Susan Hulme has the best of the debates on their first day back. Show more
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Metroland: Ruislip's neat lawns and large houses were the canvas for Michele Hanson's childhood. Memoir read by Rebecca Front. Show more
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