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Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales

Andrew Marr talks to key political and cultural figures, including Theresa May, Sir Jock Stirrup, Alice Cooper, Miriam Margolyes, Helena Kennedy and Iain Dale. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Andrew Marr
Interviewed Guest:
Theresa May
Interviewed Guest:
Alice Cooper
Interviewed Guest:
Miriam Margolyes
Interviewed Guest:
Helena Kennedy
Interviewed Guest:
Iain Dale

University Challenge

The Story So Far

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC Two Scotland

Documentary looking at the history of the iconic quiz show, featuring famous ex-contestants such as Stephen Fry and John Simpson, plus hosts Bamber Gascoigne and Jeremy Paxman. Show more

Contributors

Participant:
Stephen Fry
Participant:
John Simpson
Participant:
Julian Fellowes
Participant:
Miriam Margolyes
Participant:
Bamber Gascoigne
Participant:
Jeremy Paxman
Producer:
Maire Tracey
Director:
Maire Tracey

Armchair Britain

Series 1

Episode 1: Cornwall

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One South West

A tour of the United Kingdom. This episode spotlights Cornwall, home to surfing beaches, the ancient and mysterious Bodmin Moor and the Eden Project. Show more

Armchair Britain

Series 1

Episode 2: Armchair Britain

Duration: 29 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland HD

A tour of the United Kingdom. This episode focuses on the East End of London and goes on a trip around famous markets, historic pubs and some notorious London streets. Show more

Tinga Tinga Tales

Series 2

Episode 11: Why Bees Sting

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBeebies HD

Stories about how different animals became distinctive. There is a honey shortage in Tinga Tinga and something has to be done. Luckily, Tortoise has a cunning plan. Show more

Armchair Britain

Series 1

Episode 10: Brighton

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales HD

Miriam Margolyes narrates a tour of the United Kingdom. Miriam guides viewers through Brighton by way of the pier and the promenade. Show more

Tinga Tinga Tales

Series 1

Episode 18: Why Jackal Howls at the Moon

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBeebies HD

Stories telling a young audience how different animals got their distinctive parts. The animals make Jackal believe that the moon is made of honey. Show more

Armchair Britain

Series 1

Episode 8: South Wales

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales HD

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Miriam Margolyes narrates a tour of the United Kingdom. This episode's destination is south Wales and the Valleys, and includes a trip down the mines. Show more

Contributors

Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright
Producer:
Mark Turnbull

Genres

Coming of Age

Series 2

Episode 6: Doreen

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC ThreeLatest broadcast: on BBC Three

Sitcom about a group of sixth-form students. DK makes friends with Doreen, a delinquent pensioner with a penchant for kissing strangers and blowing up ducks. Show more

Contributors

The Principal:
Ellen Thomas
Mr de Wilde:
Matthew Earley
Retirement Home Manager:
Dave Lamb
Biggie Smalls:
Roger Hammond
Himself:
Dominic Wood
Producer:
Simon London
Director:
Nick Wood
Executive Producer:
Jo Sargent

Food and Farming Awards

Food and Farming Awards 2001

Duration: 45 minutes

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

Miriam Margolyes welcomes listeners to the second BBC Food and Farming Awards and introduces the awards categories celebrating producers, retailers, campaigners and caterers.

With Great Pleasure

With Great Pleasure at Christmas 2013

Duration: 58 minutes

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

John Lloyd is joined by Hugh Laurie, Miriam Margolyes and Julian Rhind-Tutt to perform his favourite pieces of writing, comedy and songs with an audience at the BBC Radio Theatre. Show more

The Stories

The Tribute

Duration: 15 minutes

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

Miriam Margolyes reads Jane Gardam's classic story in which three former colonial ladies gather to commemorate their dutiful old nanny, and receive a very unexpected gift. Show more

Contributors

Genres

Formats

Tinga Tinga Tales

Series 2

Episode 15: Why Parrot Can't Keep a Secret

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBeebies HD

Stories about how different animals became distinctive. Parrot cannot open his beak, until one day when he sees a beast steal Lion's mane. Show more

Flipping Profit

Series 1

Episode 9

Duration: 44 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales HD

Available for years

An antiques expert, a market trader and an upcycler compete to make the most money for Children in Need. Catherine Southon, Tony Wong and Micaela Sharp head to Faversham. Show more

Contributors

Expert:
Tony Wong
Executive Producer:
Wendy Rattray
Series Producer:
Diccon Green
Production Manager:
Rachael Mason
Production Coordinator:
Jennifer Patterson
Assistant Producer:
Kathryn McGoldrick
Assistant Producer:
Miles Goodwin
Production Company:
Hello Halo

Tinga Tinga Tales

Series 2

Episode 3: Why Wildebeest Stampede

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBeebies HD

Stories about how different animals became distinctive. Wildebeest never used to stampede, until Tortoise tricked them into running away. Show more

Tinga Tinga Tales

Series 2

Episode 14: Why Whale Spouts

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBeebies HD

Stories about how different animals became distinctive. A storm carries Whale from the ocean to the waterhole, where she gets stuck. How will she get out? Show more

BBC National Short Story Award

BBC National Short Story Award 2016

In a Right State

Duration: 30 minutes

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

By Hilary Mantel. 4 Extra Debut. Shortlisted comic tale filled with unlikely memories, lost lives and the odd bad joke. Read by Miriam Margolyes. Show more