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A short reflection and prayer with Canon Noel Battye.
Experts meet to discuss how to tackle global the TB threat. The theft of eighty thousand bees causes concern in Norfolk. Presented by Anna Hill. Show more
The Lesser Whitethroat-Miranda Krestovnikoff narrates the story of this bird and its sound Show more
Susan Hulme reports from Westminster.
Midweek
Roz Chalmers, Merlin Holland, David Charles Manners, David Waterman
43 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
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Libby Purves meets audio describer Roz Chalmers; Merlin Holland, grandson of Oscar Wilde; writer and yoga teacher David Charles Manners and cellist David Waterman. Show more
Woman's Hour
Indira Varma; Is 60 is the new 40 and Having it All
45 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
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Indira Varma on playing the Queen of the Goths in Titus Andronicus. The psychological and health efects of body image on pregnant women and new mums. Plus is 60 the new 40? Show more
Frustrated by working to Secret Service rules, Modesty and Willie decide to break free - a risky decision. Stars Alun Armstrong. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Orla Barry explores why more than a quarter of a million Irish women emigrated to Britain in the 1950s and 60s. From 2014. Show more
It finally looks like Sandy's going to have to downsize, but can he live without Dolores? Stars the much missed Ronnie Corbett. Show more
Ocado delivers blow to insurance fraudsters, Tesco drops tempting treats from tills and news of a large rise in intestinal condition Crohn's disease among teenagers. Show more
Edward Stourton presents national and international news.
Admiral Lord West’s history of the Royal Navy in the 20th century: focus on the North Atlantic in the late Cold War. From 2014. Show more
Freddie's in the ring at Borsetshire Show. Meanwhile, Tony's out to find himself a bull. Show more
Turner finds himself caught in a corrupt world, where power lies in blood and body parts. Starring Michael Bertenshaw. Show more
Could equity release help fund your retirement? Ruth Alexander and guests answer your calls and emails about the pros and cons. Show more
Claudia Hammond asks if autism is underdiagnosed in girls. And this week's finalist in the All in the Mind awards is Dr Alan Barrett from Military Veterans. Show more
Thinking Allowed
Late-Modern Hipsters - Before the Windrush
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
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Laurie Taylor explores race relations in 20th-century Liverpool. Also, the phenomenon of the late modern 'hipster'. Show more
The Media Show
Sports commentary, ABC chief, the internet and print, Peter Jukes
30 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
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Steve Hewlett with the art of sports commentary; why the internet is not responsible for print's decline; tweeting at the hacking trial; and the head of the ABC on government cuts. Show more
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A barbecue proves a painful experience for all the couples. Stars Jack Docherty, Charlie Higson and Fiona Allen. From 2013. Show more
It's a sad day for Peggy. Meanwhile, Brian is hoping for lunch. Show more
Razia Iqbal presents a special half-hour interview with Nobel Laureate Toni Morrison, recorded at this year's Hay Literary Festival. Show more
Frustrated by working to Secret Service rules, Modesty and Willie decide to break free - a risky decision. Stars Alun Armstrong. Show more
Michael Buerk asks if there are such things as unique British values. Should they - can they - be taught in schools? Show more
Thought-provoking talks with a personal dimension. American author Sandra Newman explains why, while most of us would like to be cool, it is best not to try too hard. Show more
Gaia Vince looks at the future of power transmission. As power generation becomes increasingly mixed and demand increases, what does the grid of the future look like?
Midweek
Roz Chalmers, Merlin Holland, David Charles Manners, David Waterman
43 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Libby Purves meets audio describer Roz Chalmers; Merlin Holland, grandson of Oscar Wilde; writer and yoga teacher David Charles Manners and cellist David Waterman. Show more
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Can Iraq's prime minister unite the country? Ireland's new housing crisis, ceasefire ordered in Ukraine. With Ritula Shah. Show more
Inspector Tomelty of the Ghana Police Force warns Jack that he has made a dangerous enemy in Osu. Read by Ciaran Hinds. Show more
A tip-off sends Jane, Lucy and Amelia across the Arizona desert in search of aliens. Stars the Boom Jennies. From June 2014. Show more
Country music legend Tina C is out to save the world from its financial mess. Stars Christopher Green. From January 2012. Show more
Susan Hulme reports from Westminster as the new parliamentary year begins.
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Laurie Lee strides, strolls, then hobbles into Madrid. Into 'the jaws of a lion'. But where to stay? Read by Tobias Menzies. Show more
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