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Spiritual reflection to start the day with the Rev Dr Ian Bradley of the University of St Andrews. Show more

While it is traditional for some to eat lamb at Easter, Caz Graham hears why a drought in New Zealand has led to more lamb than usual from the New World in UK shops this spring. Show more

Series of stories about British birds, inspired by their calls and songs. Kate Humble presents the hoopoe. Show more

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Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss the Greek poet Sappho, one of antiquity's greatest exponents of lyric poetry. Show more

The woman who discovered her grandfather was Nazi war criminal Amon Goeth, and the latest from the election campaign trail. Presented by Jenni Murray. Show more

Caterina is caught in a dangerous struggle for power within her organisation that, once again, threatens the safety of her family. Show more

Claire Bolderson reports on the tiny independent cities that make up St Louis County and how they stand accused of fuelling community tensions. Show more

Naomi Alderman talks to leading novelist Ursula Le Guin about her life and work and hears from literary fans including David Mitchell and Neil Gaiman.

Criminologist David Wilson looks at Thomas Hobbes and his 'social contract' theory. Do we have to do what the state says, even if we have not actually agreed to be governed by it? Show more

Researchers consider the science behind tight-fitting compression sportswear. Will it really make you faster? Plus a new rule makes it easier for London landlords to use AirBnB. Show more

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Analysis of current affairs reports, presented by Martha Kearney.

Aleks Krotoski introduces the programming language that people probably interact with on a daily basis more than any other.

Ed is out shopping, and Joe has got a problem. Show more

Drama by Abigail Youngman based on the true story of a most peculiar educational experiment carried out by the philanthropist and intellectual Thomas Day upon two young girls. Show more

On the Hoo Peninsula, one can see what it takes to be human in the 21st century. Helen Mark looks at the changing industry, agriculture and wildlife that make this place. Show more

David Baddiel presents an appeal on behalf of Eric. Show more

Presented by James Naughtie. Adam Foulds responds to readers' questions about his novel on the poet John Clare, The Quickening Maze, shortlisted for the 2009 Man Booker Prize. Show more

Presented by Francine Stock. Ryan Gosling discusses his directorial debut Lost River, and the head of BBC Films, Christine Langan, on the highs and lows of its 25-year history. Show more

Dr Lucie Green examines the legacy of the Messenger mission to Mercury, which ends this month. Plus how an ion beam has been used to restore lost detail in stained glass windows. Show more

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Ed finds himself writing a film script - an action adventure with a quirky sci-fi twist. Stars Christopher Douglas. From 2013. Show more

Heather is heading home, and Helen is in trouble. Show more

Ray Davies on Sunny Afternoon, the musical about The Kinks, plus artist Gillian Ayres on working into her 80s, Swedish family drama Force Majeure and the return of Game of Thrones. Show more

Caterina is caught in a dangerous struggle for power within her organisation that, once again, threatens the safety of her family. Show more

EU sanctions against Russia over its actions in Ukraine have been in place for a year. Sharmini Selvarajah looks at whether it is in Britain's interests to support their renewal. Show more

Peter Day explores how companies are wrestling with the demands of keeping their computer systems fit for purpose in an era of rapid developments in information technology. Show more

Dr Lucie Green examines the legacy of the Messenger mission to Mercury, which ends this month. Plus how an ion beam has been used to restore lost detail in stained glass windows. Show more

Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss the Greek poet Sappho, one of antiquity's greatest exponents of lyric poetry. Show more

French PM condemns hackers, describes act as "attack on freedom of expression"

Joseph awaits Mr Wye's visit with trepidation. Elsewhere, in a Soho pub, Rita sips sweet sherry and reminisces about the love of her life, Arthur Gillies. Show more

Justin Edwards hosts the improvised chat show. With guests Adil Ray, Jarred Christmas and Rachel Parris. From April 2015. Show more

Aziraphale and Crowley are visited by the Angelic and Demonic authorities, and Adam begins to formulate plans. Stars Mark Heap. Show more

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Oxford gossip is catching up with Lewis Carroll and the ‘real’ Alice gets married. Concluded by Simon Russell Beale. Show more

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