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Andrea Sella picks five elements that enhance our lives. Today, he explores the art and science of silver, in jewellery, in a fancy microscope and even in antibacterial clothes. Show more

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As the sector rebuilds in the wake of Covid-19, theatre critic and poet Bridget Minamore imagines a new future for Black British theatre. Show more

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Following on from BBC Radio 4’s Can My 11-year-old Fix My Life?, Arthur, now 12, wants to help fix more people. Do you have a minor problem he can help with? Show more

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4 Extra Debut. What would it take for humans to live permanently on Mars? Science sleuths Drs Rutherford and Fry investigate. From 2020. Show more

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No 10 says Christmas relaxation of coronavirus restrictions under constant review.

Scotland reports record number of deaths from drug misuse for the sixth year in a row.

Anneka Rice goes looking for her Madame Tussaud's waxwork head, prompting her to look back at her life and career. From 2020. Show more

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On the hundredth anniversary of Ralph Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending, violinist Jennifer Pike tells us what makes it a firm favourite in the British musical consciousness. Show more

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After challenges to its reputation and to its finances in recent years, Peter White asks the new Chair of the RNIB, Anna Tylor, what her hopes are in her new role. Show more

Claudia explores the relationship between childhood racism and future mental health. Show more

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Semi-improvised comedy show in which couples all embrace the phenomenon of date night. Starring Marc Wootton. From 2019. Show more

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