Aung San Suu Kyi, Burma's opposition leader, is interviewed by Kirsty Young. Recorded on location in Ms Suu Kyi's home in Naypyitaw, Burma, in December 2012. Show more
David Mitchell hosts the panel game in which four comedians are encouraged to lie to each other. Tony Hawks, Ed Byrne, Lucy Porter and Charlie Higson are the panellists. Show more
The Food Programme
Food in the life of Sir Paul McCartney
28 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Sheila Dillon with an exclusive food interview with former Beatle, Sir Paul McCartney. More than 30 years after deciding not to eat meat, he reflects on his life through food. Show more
The latest weather forecast.
The latest national and international news, including an in-depth look at events around the world. Email: wato@bbc.co.uk; twitter: #theworldthisweekend.
The enduring appeal of the Dire Straits classic, Brothers in Arms, is explored. With John Illsley and Sam Millar. From September 2012. Show more
Answering the listeners' correspondence for a postbag edition of the show, Pippa Greenwood, Matt Biggs and Anne Swithinbank are in the Gardeners' Question Time potting shed. Show more
Witness History
Vietnam - the 'Christmas Bombings'
15 minutes
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On 27 January 1973, a ceasefire took effect in Vietnam, following the intense bombing of North Vietnam by American B-52s. Ha Mi, ten at the time, recalls the 'Christmas Bombings'. Show more
Franco's Nationalists reject Spain's Republican government. Eric Blair reports the fight against fascism. Stars Joseph Millson. Show more
Open Book
Thomas Keneally on classic Australian literature
28 minutes
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Mariella Frostrup talks to novelist Thomas Keneally and publisher and writer Carmen Callil about Australian classic novels, including Keneally's Bring Larks and Heroes. Show more
Roger McGough with a selection of listeners' poetry requests. Leontia Flynn reads her own poems. John Mackay and Eleanor Tremain read work by Larkin, Milosz and Charles Causley. Show more
The government wants senior doctors to be more hands on at weekends and at night. Jane Deith investigates whether hospitals have the money and the staff to make it happen. Show more
In a week where heavy snow has reportedly heightened the threat of a triple dip recession, Cath Staincliffe imagines an alternative world where the snow never stops. Show more
The latest shipping forecast.
The latest weather forecast.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The best of BBC Radio, chosen by Sheila McClennon. Show more
Emma is in the doghouse. Meanwhile Neil takes charge. Show more
By Rona Munro. At last! The truth of Robert the Bruce's spider encounter, on the eve of battle with the English. With Hugh Ross. From January 2013. Show more
After a tip-off from a witness on a passing train, police divers bring up a mysterious crate from the depths of the Oslofjord. Read by Nicola Walker. Show more
Female experts - should BBC Radio be redressing the balance? Also, a Feedback 'oops'. And who would you appoint as Radio 4's Writer-in-Residence? Show more
Last Word
A human rights activist, a film director, an agony aunt, a laser pioneer and a culinary star
28 minutes
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Matthew Bannister on Irish trade unionist Inez McCormack, film director Michael Winner, agony aunt Pauline Phillips (better known as Dear Abby) and cookery writer Katie Stewart. Show more
Money Box
The Money Box Saving Challenge, the lowdown on IFA costs, cutting your credit card limit and court ruling on mobile charges
30 minutes
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The Money Box Saving Challenge, how to get the best out of your IFA, credit card limits and the customer who successfully challenged a shock mobile phone bill. Show more
Baroness Helena Kennedy QC presents an appeal for Circles UK. Show more
Workers once won the fight for rewards at work, now executives dominate. Michael Blastland asks how bosses have become so powerful, and if workers and investors can fight back. Show more
Preview of the week's political agenda at Westminster with MPs, experts and commentators. Discussion of the issues politicians are grappling with in the corridors of power.
Sue Cameron of the Telegraph analyses how the newspapers are covering the biggest stories in Westminster and beyond. Show more
The Film Programme
Steven Spielberg - a special extended interview with Francine Stock on his film Lincoln
28 minutes
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Steven Spielberg - in a special extended interview, he talks to Francine Stock about his latest film, Lincoln, which is dominating the Oscar lists with 12 nominations. Show more
Chris Brookes reflects on how our identities change through the choices we make and the experiences we live through. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. Followed by Weather.
Thinking Allowed
Class and Commuting; Engaging with Climate Change
28 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Climate Change Denial: Laurie Taylor explores the reasons behind the widespread refusal to accept our ecological crisis. Plus class, commuting and the 'tube'. Show more
The bells of St Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Adelaide, Australia.
The latest shipping forecast.
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
