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Anna Magnusson, writer and broadcaster, with spiritual comment and prayer to start the day.

Plants worth hundreds of thousands of pounds are being thrown away because it's too cold for gardening. Growers warn they face a 'catastrophic' spring. Presented by Robin Markwell. Show more

Morning news and current affairs with Justin Webb and John Humphrys, including is Afghanistan facing civil war? Plus Guides v Page Three, and Naughtie in Liberia. Show more

To celebrate Rossini's La Donna del Lago at the Royal Opera House for the first time in almost 30 years, James Naughtie argues that Sir Walter Scott is more relevant now than ever. Show more

Ian Sansom explores his own and others' enduring obsession with notebooks. Does the advent of technology spell the end of this crucible of creativity for writers and artists? Show more

The programme that offers a female perspective on the world. Jenni Murray and guests discuss the life and legacy of Baroness Thatcher. Show more

Feeling abandoned by both Edith and Madame Frabelle, Bruce finds himself at a loose end. But then while travelling through Piccadilly, he spots a face from the past. Show more

1975, the Philippines: John McDonald explores the complex story behind the fight between Muhammad Ali and Joe Fraser. From 2013. Show more

Katy Brand, Alex Horne, Richard Herring and Natalie Haynes vie for wordy supremacy chaired by Gyles Brandreth. From 2013. Show more

Consumer news with Winifred Robinson, with a warning from the UK Border Force over sales of products made from rare animals, and how cars of the future will help reduce congestion. Show more

Prime Ministers find it difficult deciding when to call an election. Lady Thatcher was no exception, as her adviser Ferdinand Mount discovered in this extract from Cold Cream. Show more

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David Hendy eavesdrops with the servants in an eighteenth century home - a world of whispers, gossip and scandal. Show more

Pat wants to talk, and Paul's mind is in turmoil. Show more

By Hugh Costello. A 75-year-old priest, accused of child abuse, jumps bail and hides out in an Italian monastery, providing the Vatican with a major headache. Show more

Financial phone-in with Ruth Alexander. Paying for childcare isn't cheap, but for many families it's a necessity. For advice and tips, call 1pm-3.30pm or e-mail moneybox@bbc.co.uk. Show more

What's the story behind the reported links between red meat and heart disease? Plus a measles outbreak in Swansea, and why head injury can lead to unrecognised pituitary damage. Show more

'Thatcherism' - was it a distinct ideology? Also, Laurie Taylor explores the rise of thrift 'chic' in an age of austerity. Show more

Steve Hewlett looks at how laws under Lady Thatcher changed newspapers and TV, from Wapping to Carlton, via the BBC. Show more

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Trying to pay off his mortgage by being funny, Alun Cochrane's housewide tour arrives in his living room. From 2013. Show more

Helen enjoys an evening out, and there's a surprise speaker at the WI. Show more

Arts news, interviews and reviews. Writer and poet Maya Angelou, who has just celebrated her 85th birthday, reflects on her life and career in conversation with Mark Lawson. Show more

Working on Lady Thatcher's election broadcasts could be a bruising experience, as her speechwriter Sir Ronald Millar later recalled in this extract from A View From the Wings. Show more

Feeling abandoned by both Edith and Madame Frabelle, Bruce finds himself at a loose end. But then while travelling through Piccadilly, he spots a face from the past. Show more

Is good character the key to success? Mariella Frostrup and guests discuss the significance of character in the parenting of the next generation. Show more

William Dalrymple introduces the Oscar-winning documentary-maker Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, in Four Thought at the Jaipur Literature Festival. Show more

Tom Heap finds out how a DNA database of live rhinos in South Africa and horn in the UK could help combat the illegal trade threatening the survival of the species in the wild. Show more

To celebrate Rossini's La Donna del Lago at the Royal Opera House for the first time in almost 30 years, James Naughtie argues that Sir Walter Scott is more relevant now than ever. Show more

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Cameron leads special Parliamentary tributes to Lady Thatcher. South Korea raises alert level amid signs North is preparing for ballistic missile test. Presented by Ritula Shah. Show more

Alexander's fellow officer Bennett borrows three horses, and, together with Jerry, they manage to escape from the horrors of war and enjoy the freedom of the French countryside. Show more

Can Dr Berry help Mr Wickle with his fear of cats? With Steve Pemberton and Daisy Haggard. From 2013. Show more

Kim's bad dream sparks a heated debate that incorporates Elvis on fire. Written by and stars Frank Skinner. From October 2011. Show more

Sean Curran and the BBC parliamentary team report as members of both the House of Commons and the House of Lords pay tribute to Lady Thatcher. Show more

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The teenage Maya is settling into her new life with her mother in California but, when she's tempted to stay out late, she gets into trouble with the feisty Vivian Baxter. Show more

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