A poem to capture the spirit of each competing nation in the 2012 Games. Qatar's poem, Modernity in the Desert, is by Soad Al Kuwari and read by Sara Al-mushairi. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Dali's Christ, housed in a Glasgow museum, was voted Scotland's favourite painting. Louise Welsh asks why? From June 2011. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio Scotland.
As the world watches the pandas in Edinburgh zoo, Philip Dodd investigates how China uses these mighty beasts for political influence. Show more
Susan Morrison, who has long been obsessed with the Titanic disaster of 1912, investigates its terrible predecessor, the Norge disaster of 1904. Show more
The nation's morning news programme, presented by Gary Robertson and Hayley Millar with travel every 15 minutes, weather every half hour, business updates and sports reports.
Kaye Adams asks: would we be better off with an elected head of state instead of the monarchy?
Fred speaks with the winner of The Apprentice and restoration man George Clarke gives his home repair tips, plus learn how to make your very own ice cream.
News, comment and discussion on the top stories of the day with John Beattie, who's joined by the news, sports, travel and weather teams.
Writer and editor Diana Athill talks to Clare English about her new book Instead of a Book: Letters to a Friend. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio Scotland.
Bryan Burnett meets the Scots trying to make the Olympic marathon team and hears from some of the big names in the sport about what it really takes to run 26.2 miles. Show more
Fiona Shepherd joins Tom to review the latest CD releases.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio Scotland.
In a celebration of British eccentricity, Pennie Latin sets sail with adventurer Nick Hancock as he attempts to land on the tiny islet of Rockall. Show more
4 Extra Debut. The musician has written songs for Tina Turner and Michael Jackson. He tells Tom Morton about his musical career. From September 2012. Show more
Breaking news and sport from Scotland, the UK and around the world, plus regular travel and weather updates.
Local news and weather, what's on, fish report and jobspot.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio Scotland.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio Scotland.
Miaoux Miaoux are in session for Vic, showcasing their new album Light of the North and performing a Simple Minds cover. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio Scotland.
Clare English speaks to Aberdeen Assets CEO Martin Gilbert about his Trip to the Top, finding out how he keeps motivated even after losing several million in investments. Show more
End the day in the company of the song writing masters of country, folk, blues, soul and rock 'n' roll.
A selection of the best of the Radio Scotland music repertoire to take you through the night. Show more
"Strut your funky stuff with Stuart Cosgrove, as he dusts off real gems from his collection of Northern Soul records, from his 2007 series "Floorfillers".
A selection of the best of the Radio Scotland music repertoire to take you through the night. Show more
