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A reflection and prayer to start the day with George Craig, a Methodist local preacher in Cardiff
Farming Today
24/05/2024: Farmers on the election, Mushroom farming, Growing flowers
14 minutes
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Farmers from different parts of the industry say what they want the next government to do for them. Show more
Today interviews the Labour leader, Conservative Energy Secretary and the SNP deputy.
Dame Sarah Storey, athlete, shares the eight tracks, book and luxury item she would take with her if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne. Show more
Woman's Hour
India's women voters, Dame Harriet Walter on Clara Schumann, Climate medal winner
58 minutes
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Could women outnumber men as voters for the first time in India? Show more
The Food Programme
The Fight to Improve School Food in 2024
42 minutes
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Sheila Dillon hears stories of how headteachers are transforming food in their schools, and how universal free primary school meals in Scotland and London are playing out so far. Show more
A Body Made of Glass by Caroline Crampton
Episode 5: We Know Too Much
14 minutes
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Caroline Crampton explores the history of hypochondria, drawing together cultural history and moving personal memoir. Read by Tuppence Middleton. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Should the term Anglo-Saxon be dropped because it’s been adopted by racists? Adam Fleming and guests discuss. Show more
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World at One
Unite warns Labour over oilfield plans
45 minutes
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As Labour launches its Scotland campaign, Unite demands guarantees for oil and gas workers. Plus, can former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn win as an independent?
Could friction lead to conflict? Might competition, misunderstanding and the struggle for control between China and the West lead not just to collision but to war? Show more
Emotions run high for Tom, and Vince finds himself cornered. Show more
By Ed Sellek. Grace gets some help from an unexpected source. The prime minister works with MI5 in a final race to solve the financial chaos, but there are unintended consequences. Show more
Attachment conjures up images of love, security, but also a focus and intensity that has encircled modern parenting. India Rakusen explores its significance for today's babies. Show more
Gardeners' Question Time
Chelsea Flower Show 2024: Postbag Edition
42 minutes
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Kathy Clugston, Peter Gibbs and the panel are at the Chelsea Flower Show, enjoying the exhibitions and answering questions from the GQT in box. Show more
An original short story by Catrin Kean. A middle-aged woman is late for her father's funeral. Show more
Last Word
Sir Tony O'Reilly, President Ebrahim Raisi, Penny Simkin, Professor Alasdair Geddes
28 minutes
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Matthew Bannister on businessman Sir Tony O'Reilly, President Ebrahim Raisi of Iran, birth doula Penny Simkin and infectious diseases expert Professor Alasdair Geddes. Show more
More or Less
MP misconduct, NHS waiting lists and gold (gold)
28 minutes
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Will it take 685 years to clear the NHS waiting list? Are 10% of MPs under investigation for sexual misconduct? How does gold effect export figures? Show more
Anita Anand speaks to Scottish Labour's Anas Sarwar about the party's hopes in Scotland. Also, the International Court of Justice orders Israel to halt military operations in Rafah
Six O'Clock News
24/05/2024 UN court orders Israel to halt its offensive in Gaza
30 minutes
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Israel has expressed anger at the landmark ruling by the International Court of Justice
A special episode this week from the Hay Festival with voices by Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey and Jess Robinson. Show more
Fallon reaches the end of her tether, and there’s a shock for Joy. Show more
Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe launch a brand new series, along with composer Neil Brand and jazz singer Natalie Duncan. Show more
Any Questions?
Anneliese Dodds MP, Kate Forbes MSP, Alister Jack MP, Christine Jardine MP, Lorna Slater MSP
57 minutes
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Alex Forsyth presents political discussion from Gairloch Community Hall with Anneliese Dodds MP, Kate Forbes MSP, Alister Jack MP, Christine Jardine MP and Lorna Slater MSP. Show more
Free Thinking
Left and Right - still relevant in British and Global Politics?
57 minutes
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Are the terms left and right relevant when discussing British and global politics? Matthew Sweet talks to Margaret MacMillan, David Aaronovitch, Phillip Blond and Gisela Stuart. Show more
The World Tonight
Michael Gove joins exodus of MPs
45 minutes
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What may Mr Gove's decision reveal about Conservative morale? Show more
By Nick Walker. Still troubled by something he said to Jo when they were both 8 years old, Bruce goes back to his hometown. Show more
Americast
Why is Biden falling behind Trump in the polls?
28 minutes
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The state of the presidential race with just under six months to go. Show more
Sean Curran reports as parliament closes down for the general election and departing MPs make their farewells.
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
A Body Made of Glass by Caroline Crampton
Episode 5: We Know Too Much
14 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for 6 months
Caroline Crampton explores the history of hypochondria, drawing together cultural history and moving personal memoir. Read by Tuppence Middleton. Show more
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