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Spiritual reflection to start the day, with the Rev Neil Gardner, minister of Canongate Kirk, Edinburgh. Show more
It's Flower Week, and we take a look at British blooms. Wild oysters are reintroduced into Scottish waters, and a mum laments village school closures in rural Devon. Show more
The latest weather forecast for farmers.
Ashley Davies of the Slimbridge Wetland Centre reveals why a kingfisher changed his life. Show more
News and current affairs. Includes Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Cultural discussion programme. Andrew Marr discusses India with Shashi Tharoor, Preti Taneja, Kate Sullivan de Estrada and Adam Roberts. Show more
A space for spiritual reflection with a bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music. Led by Anna Drew. Show more
Woman's Hour
Childcare, Composer Anne Dudley, Children of alcoholics, Craft prize
45 minutes
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Jane Garvey hosts the programme, including the launch of a new series on children of alcoholics. Plus Anne Dudley, who has just won an Ivor Novello award for her songwriting. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Anthony is writing about fish orders from his restaurant storeroom, when his colleague interrupts. Starring Michael Esper. Show more
Series documenting the untold dramas of 21st-century Britain. Show more
The American ambassador is coming to town and Dot is in charge of cooking up a storm. Stars Fenella Woolgar. From 2017. Show more
On this day in 1917, Christabel Pankhurst addressed a meeting of the Women's Socialist and Political Union, and in Folkestone, Maisie Harris finds a real friend. Show more
You and Yours
Children's mental health; Flexitarians; Pigs as house-pets.
45 minutes
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A survey of NHS psychotherapists reveals wide concern over the quality of services for children. Meet the 'flexitarians' - who are cutting down on the meat they eat. Show more
The latest weather forecast.
Analysis of news and current affairs.
Our Man in the Middle East
Part 6: Crossing the Divide
15 minutes
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Jeremy Bowen's attempts to keep warm during one winter in Jerusalem led him to discover more about the deep divisions between Israelis and Palestinians. Show more
Lilian is keen to help, and Johnny is in need of a companion. Show more
In May Sumbwanyambe's award-winning stage play, a black civil servant tries to persuade a white landowner in Zimbabwe to sell his farm. Show more
Steve Punt hosts a battle of wits as three students from the University of Roehampton take on their professors. From May 2017. Show more
Sheila Dillon charts the rise of the humble mac'n'cheese, a dish that crosses culture and classes and has established itself as a popular comfort food across the world. Show more
Dr Cathy FitzGerald’s lessons in creative writing with help from a ghostly array of great writers: inspiration. From 2017. Show more
As President Obama joins Angela Merkel to celebrate the Reformation's 500th anniversary, Ernie Rea and guests discuss the religious climate in Germany. Show more
The latest shipping forecast.
Six O'Clock News
22/05/2017 The Conservatives perform a dramatic manifesto U-turn
30 minutes
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Theresa May said she would seek to cap the costs faced by elderly people for home care.
Nicholas Parsons returns for his 50th year and the 78th series of the iconic panel show. His guests this episode are Paul Merton, Pam Ayres, Zoe Lyons and Julian Clary. Show more
Josh makes an executive decision, and Rex has cause for concern. Show more
Front Row
Denise Gough, Fairport Convention, Leonardo da Vinci
30 minutes
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Denise Gough on the TV role of Paula, 50 years of the British band Fairport Convention, and Martin Kemp on the mystery of Leonardo da Vinci's mother. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Anthony is writing about fish orders from his restaurant storeroom, when his colleague interrupts. Starring Michael Esper. Show more
Journalist Tim Samuels examines the property industry as it faces up to technological change. He invites a disruptor and a disruptee to breakfast - but who will pick up the cheque? Show more
Crossing Continents
Banishing America's 'Bad Hombres'
28 minutes
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Lucy Ash asks how the notoriously violent street gang MS13, which has roots in Los Angeles and El Salvador, is influencing the heated row over illegal immigration in the US. Show more
Monica Grady, professor of planetary science at the Open University, explores the nature of carbon, from its formation in distant stars to its uses and abuses on Earth. Show more
Cultural discussion programme. Andrew Marr discusses India with Shashi Tharoor, Preti Taneja, Kate Sullivan de Estrada and Adam Roberts. Show more
The latest weather forecast.
The World Tonight
May defends U-turn on care plans
45 minutes
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We talk about Theresa May's change of heart with a senior member of the Tory party and discuss the U-turn on one of the PM's key election manifesto pledges. Show more
Detained in the New York debtors prison, Mr Smith writes to his father. His cellmate sparks concern. Read by Jamie Parker. Show more
Word of Mouth
Game On: The Language of Video Games
28 minutes
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With 99 per cent of 8 to 15-year-olds playing video games, Michael Rosen and Dr Laura Wright explore how gaming is influencing language and storytelling. Show more
Sound recordist Chris Watson travels beyond the Arctic Circle to record Ande Somby, a traditional Sami yoiker. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. Followed by Weather.
4 Extra Debut. Bella embarks on a sailing trip with friends. Does her worsening hearing put the whole boat in danger? Read by Adjoa Andoh. Show more
The latest shipping forecast.
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