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Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Doon Mackichan stars as a woman livid that her ex-husband’s remarried and moved on. Comic monologue from 2017. Show more

Duration: 13 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Vicki Pepperdine stars as a teacher unleashing some pent-up fury on her last day at school. Comic monologue from 2017. Show more

Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair

Series 4

A Nice Time with All the Family

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Beverley Callard stars as Julie who’s set on celebrating her 60th birthday her way. Jenny Eclair’s comic monologue. From 2017. Show more

Duration: 14 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Hannah's mum unearths some revealing secrets in her daughter's recently vacated room. Stars Josie Lawrence. From 2016. Show more

Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair

Series 3

Mothers and Daughters

Duration: 14 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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An ageing actress auditioning for a play about a mum and daughter behaves very badly. Starring Frances Barber. From 2016. Show more

Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair

Series 3

Anthea's Round Robin

Duration: 14 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Anthea sends a round robin every Christmas, but this year’s news surprises even her. Starring Samantha Bond. From 2016. Show more

Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair

Series 3

Leo's Passport

Duration: 14 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Penny loves being Howard's secretary and is very protective, but does she take it too far? Stars Imelda Staunton. From 2016. Show more

Duration: 14 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

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Jenny Eclair's comic monologue starring Harriet Walter as a woman who realises after nearly 40 years of marriage it's time to leave. Show more

Duration: 14 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LWLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM

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Fenella Woolgar stars in Jenny Eclair's comic monologue as Rosemary whose life has been determined by failing to catch a bouquet at her flatmate's wedding. Show more

Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair

Series 7

The Fundraiser

Duration: 14 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LWLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM

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Jenny Eclair's comic monologue stars Victoria Hamilton as an obsessively competitive mother whose highlight of the year is the school quiz. Show more

Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair

Series 7

Millie Makes Her Mind Up

Duration: 14 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

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Maggie Steed stars as a grandmother determined not to lose touch with her granddaughter in Jenny Eclair's comic monologue. Show more

Duration: 14 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

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Felicity Montagu stars in Jenny Eclair's monologue as Julia who has always been a disappointment to her mother until life gives her an opportunity to rewrite the past. Show more

Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair

Series 7

Betty Does Bespoke

Duration: 14 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LWLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM

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Jenny Eclair's comic monologue. Tracie Bennett stars as Betty, who has retired, moved and been widowed within a space of a few months but hasn't given up hope of a new life. Show more

Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair

Series 1

Fifteen Minutes to Landing

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

A woman married to a philandering husband finds surprising solace during a turbulent flight. Stars Lesley Manville. From 2014. Show more

Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair

Series 1

Carol Goes Swimming

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

Fat and 50, Carol starts swimming and discovers the best friendships endure even past death. Stars Lorraine Ashbourne. From 2014. Show more

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

Bea, an amazing cook, is making a cake for her husband's 60th birthday with a special message. Stars Susie Blake. From 2014. Show more

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

A lonely woman uses houses to compare other’s lives to her own - but is she too quick to judge? With Annette Badland. From 2014. Show more

Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair

Series 1

Doing the Best for Daniel

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

A single mother, abandoned by her lover, dreams of raising her son to wreak revenge on his father. Stars Jenny Eclair. From 2014. Show more

Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair

Series 2

Lorna's Holiday

Duration: 14 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

4 Extra Debut. On holiday, Lorna observes two families in the next villa, which threatens her future and theirs. With Lesley Sharp. From 2015. Show more

Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair

Series 2

Christine Paints

Duration: 14 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

Christine discovers taking up painting adds a splash of unexpected colour to her marriage. Stars Rosie Cavaliero. From 2015. Show more