Kirsty Young talks to violinist Nicola Benedetti. Show more
Marcus Brigstocke, Holly Walsh, John Finnemore and Rufus Hound attempt to talk with deliberate inaccuracy on subjects as varied as Eton, babies, Russia and hats. Show more
Sheila Dillon revisits the inspirational caterers from the first BBC Food and Farming Awards. They share stories of cooking for people with cancer, HIV and mental illness. 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.
Debbie Wiseman explores the world of the film composer, explaining the processes and stages she went through herself while scoring the music for the TV series Father Brown. Show more
Eric Robson hosts the programme from the county of Wiltshire, with panellists Matt Biggs, Matthew Wilson and Christine Walkden taking the local audience's questions. Show more
In 1936, a US socialite and her Chinese-American guide captured a giant panda cub and took it to New York. It was the first time the animal had been seen outside China. Show more
Jenny becomes an ardent feminist, whilst her son tries to emulate her writing success. Stars Lee Ingleby and Miranda Richardson. Show more
Open Book
Carlos Acosta; Victoria Hislop; Literary heroines with Samantha Ellis and Dr Paula Byrne
28 minutes
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Books news with Mariella Frostrup. Carlos Acosta shares his Five of the Best Books, Victoria Hislop takes us to where she writes best, and our changing relationship with heroines. Show more
As broadcaster, contributor and interviewee, Seamus Heaney was a lyrical, engaging voice on radio. John Toal presents a compilation of highlights. Show more
Syria's stockpiles of nerve gas are being destroyed, but Allan Urry asks if enough is being done to prevent other rogue states and terrorists acquiring chemical weapons. Show more
On the 60th Anniversary of the Television Weather Forecast, Neil Brand takes a look at the relationship between the weather and those that try to predict its behaviour. Show more
The latest shipping forecast.
The latest weather forecast.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Catherine Bott makes her selection of the best of the previous seven days of BBC Radio. Show more
Pat has her suspicions, and Peggy's plans are overturned. Show more
Will the Battle of Waterloo divide the equine love of Marengo and Copenhagen? Stars Stephen Fry. From January 2014. Show more
Chief mouser to the Cabinet Office gives a cat's eye view of life at Number 10 under Mrs. Thatcher. With Clive Swift. From 2012. Show more
By Rachel Tresize. Selwyn's passion is cucumbers, but when he is beaten in Abergorki's annual vegetable growing competition, his life begins to unravel. Read by Ruth Jones. Show more
Tim Harford on why this is the week in which the most deaths occur. Plus a look at how many millionaire pensioners there are, and how many people have died in Iraq since 2003? Show more
Last Word
Simon Hoggart, Prof Janet Rowley, Saul Zaentz, Terry Biddlecombe, Phil Everly
28 minutes
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Matthew Bannister remembers journalist and broadcaster Simon Hoggart, cancer researcher Prof Janet D Rowley, film producer Saul Zaentz, and champion jockey Terry Biddlecombe. Show more
Money Box
Energy prices drop; Investing in emerging markets; CPP compensation
30 minutes
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Paul Lewis and guests discuss the energy prices drop, investing in emerging markets, David Cameron's state pension 'triple lock' pledge, and CPP compensation. Show more
Rhod Gilbert presents an appeal on behalf of Alzheimer's Society. Show more
In a special programme marking his death, Richard Miron presents a profile of the former Israeli prime minister.
Weekly political discussion and analysis with MPs, experts and commentators.
A look at how the newspapers are covering the biggest stories.
The Film Programme
Chiwetel Ejiofor; Frank Cottrell Boyce; Ken Loach; What makes a film British?
28 minutes
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Francine Stock talks to Chiwetel Ejiofor about playing a kidnapped free man who ends up working on a plantation in 12 Years a Slave. Plus, Frank Cottrell Boyce on The Railway Man. Show more
Mark Tully investigates our preoccupation with appearances and asks why fashion is such an important part of the human condition, in a rich mix of literature, music and interview. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. Followed by Weather.
Thinking Allowed
Sensory Multiculturalism in an East End Market; Cultural Passions
28 minutes
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Laurie Taylor discusses the emotional commitment people bring to both 'high' and 'low' culture. Plus the sights and smells of a multicultural East End market. Show more
The bells of St Mary Magdalene, Chewton Mendip, Somerset. Show more
The latest shipping forecast.
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