Documentary which explores the intriguing, charming, complex and often conflicting theories on why birds sing like they do and why humans are so attracted to the sound. Show more
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Paul Morley on the north; lost instruments; Cannes report; Angela Gheorghiu's Cultural Exchange
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Paul Morley on his new memoir of the north of England, the pain of losing a beloved musical instrument, Angela Gheorghiu's Cultural Exchange, and predictions for Cannes glory. Show more
Front Row
Peter Shaffer remembered, Don DeLillo, Anthony Horowitz on New Blood, Beth Orton
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Thea Sharrock and Michael Billington remember playwright Peter Shaffer. Don DeLillo talks to Samira Ahmed about his novel Zero K. Plus Anthony Horowitz on New Blood. Show more
Profile of veteran country singer Emmylou Harris, witnessing the heady success of her career, while discussing her late flowering of intensely personal and groundbreaking music. Show more
Woman's Hour
Family Fertility Donors; Eliza Haywood; Beth Orton; Playing with Children
45 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Brit Award-winning artist Beth Orton has been directing a week-long residency for emerging female musicians in Manchester. She joins Jenni Murray in the studio to perform live. Show more
Woman's Hour
Weekend Woman's Hour: Revenge on Revenge Porn, Leaving Care at 18, When Is the Right Time to Try for a Baby?
58 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Highlights include revenge on revenge porn, the difficulties of leaving care at 18, why head teachers need more support, and the teenage author juggling a book deal with her GCSEs. Show more
Loose Ends
Michael Palin, Elaine Paige, Ralf Little, Beth Orton, Anoushka Shankar, Clive Anderson, Scottee
36 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Clive Anderson is joined by Michael Palin, Elaine Paige and Ralf Little for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from Beth Orton and Anoushka Shankar. Show more
Music programme featuring sessions from contemporary and classic artists. Guests include Madness, Jamie T, Beth Orton, Gallant, Rag'n'Bone Man and The Divine Comedy. Show more
Music programme featuring sessions from contemporary and classic artists. Guests include Madness, Jamie T, Beth Orton, Gallant, Rag'n'Bone Man and The Divine Comedy. Show more