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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day, with the Venerable Peter Townley, Archdeacon of Pontefract. Show more
Farming Today
Northern Ireland's badger policy; Hi-tech cow monitoring; Slurry death
13 minutes
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A new research paper examines Northern Ireland's trial policy on badger culling and vaccination. Plus the kit that allows a cow's stomach to communicate with a computer. Show more
David Attenborough presents the sounds and story of the greenfinch. Show more
Sean Curran reports from Westminster.
The Life Scientific
Episode 73: Janet Hemingway
28 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Janet Hemingway tells Jim Al-Khalili about forthcoming insecticide resistance developing in the mosquitoes that transmit malaria, and how it could cost many lives. Show more
Rachel Johnson is struggling writing her latest novel, and talks to author Michael Frayn about how to get an audience laughing and the art of writing farce. Show more
Woman's Hour
Yasmine Hamdan; Women's Tennis; Lorna Wing; Belle; One child families
58 minutes
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Jane Garvey presents the programme that offers a female perspective on the world. Yasmine Hamdan sings live and talks about being described as 'the Bedouin Lady Gaga'. Show more
Are there green shoots of love between Alma and Jo? Crime comedy with Julie Hesmondhalgh and Miriam Margolyes. From June 2014. Show more
Monty Don presents the first of two special programmes recorded at the Hay Festival, exploring the presence of the natural world in fiction and factual writing, past and present. Show more
Fashion designer Wayne Hemingway explores the secret world of home organ enthusiasts. Show more
You and Yours
Call You and Yours: Can you judge a school by its Ofsted report?
55 minutes
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Consumer phone-in. As Ofsted is locked in conflict over schools in Birmingham, we ask if we can trust the schools inspectorate to do its job. Show more
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Martha Kearney presents national and international news.
Admiral Lord West’s history of the Royal Navy in the 20th century: incredibly difficult war in the Mediterranean. From 2014. Show more
Shula is in reflective mood, and David is determined. Show more
Set in the world of independent greyhound racing (or 'flapping'), Justin Hopper's poignant drama tells of three generations of men all connected with the sport. Show more
Jay Rayner hosts the culinary panel programme from Stratford-upon-Avon. Show more
'I love my son, but I just don't like him anymore,' explains one woman in a programme that deals with the subject of family estrangement. Show more
The Law Show
Cross-Examination in the Pistorius Trial
28 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Joshua Rozenberg and guests evaluate the combative cross-examination techniques employed by prosecutor Gerrie Nel in the Oscar Pistorius trial. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Roger Michell, Aminatta Forna and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by Laura Alcoba, Mark Twain and Robert Graves. From 2014. Show more
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Aliens and déjà vu. Alex Horne and his band explore miscellaneous mysterious things via music and comedy. From June 2014. Show more
Pat and Tony look to the future. Meanwhile, Peggy feels low. Show more
Front Row
Antonio Pappano; playwright Anne Washburn; Banksy retrospective
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Matthew d'Ancona speaks to conductor Antonio Pappano, reviews Devil's Knot, interviews Anne Washburn about her futuristic play Mr Burns and discusses a large Banksy retrospective. Show more
Are there green shoots of love between Alma and Jo? Crime comedy with Julie Hesmondhalgh and Miriam Margolyes. From June 2014. Show more
In the run-up to another marching season, how well is Northern Ireland dealing with the legacy of 30 years of sectarian violence? Chris Buckler investigates. Show more
In Touch
Macular Society smoking campaign; Follow-ups
20 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Tony Rucinski tells Peter White about the Macular Society's smoking campaign, and Lee Kumutat updates on previous stories, including the Talking Book Service and Goalball funding. Show more
Claudia Hammond meets two finalists in the All in the Mind 25th anniversary awards: the mother of a young woman with anorexia and a unique sanctuary for the suicidal in London. Show more
The Life Scientific
Episode 73: Janet Hemingway
28 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Janet Hemingway tells Jim Al-Khalili about forthcoming insecticide resistance developing in the mosquitoes that transmit malaria, and how it could cost many lives. Show more
In-depth reporting and analysis from a global perspective.
Mai invites Jack home to Grattan House to meet her father but will Jack meet with his approval? Read by Ciaran Hinds. Show more
Brilliantly stupid scientists invent spray-on clothes. Why? With Anthony Head, Neil Warhurst and Paul Barnhill. From 2014. Show more
The Home Secretary says extra staff have been recruited to deal with high demand at the Passport Office. Susan Hulme reports from Westminster. Show more
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An 11-year-old Rebecca Front decides she has to leave school and embarks on an intricate campaign. Quirky take on all that's remarkable about everyday life. Show more
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