The Now Show team returns to Edinburgh with another helping of satirical silliness from the world's biggest arts festival. Show more
The prison gets a CCTV system to monitor inmates, but soon malfunctions - with spooky results. Starring Harry Hill. From 2017. Show more
Escape rates at Britain’s remotest prison have gotten out of control – enter the inspectors. Starring Harry Hill. From 2017. Show more
A new prisoner is brought to The Egg but quickly escapes. Problem is, no-one quite knows what she looks like. And famous movie star Brad De Depprio arrives to research a role. Show more
Harry is sent a new prison warden when Peter is sent to the mainland for some urgent diversity training. And The Egg's future is thrown into jeopardy by a pair of mating whales. Show more
A prisoner escapes from Britain's remotest prison, but no-one quite knows what she looks like. Stars Harry Hill. From 2017. Show more
Drama on 4
Journey to Pakistan
45 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Based on a true story, Samina Baig's play is about Peter, a fashion designer, who embarks on a journey to find his roots. Show more
Rebecca Front and Jeremy Front introduce us to the uncannily realistic robot known simply as Astrid. Featuring Professor Noel Sharkey. Show more
Jeremy Front spends 24 hours with the enfant terrible of British Theatre, Bella Hayman, and sits in on one of her secret rehearsals where Maureen Lipman has to pretend to be a pig. Show more
When Peter is sent for urgent training, Harry’s replacement has the prison whipped into shape. Starring Harry Hill. From 2018. Show more
The Afternoon Show Podcast
Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy discussed in Grant Stott's Book Group with Scot Squad's 'Officer' Karen Bartke & Catrina Rose
14 minutes
Grant Stott's Book Group with Scot Squad's 'Officer' Karen Bartke & Catrina Rose
Agnes Grey by Anne Bronte
2. Rosalie
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for years
The family fortune is lost and her father is ill. Already facing big disappointment, what should Agnes do? Stars Ellie Kendrick. Show more
Agnes Grey by Anne Bronte
1. Agnes
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for years
Can life as a governess ever bring happiness and contentment? Game of Thrones star Ellie Kendrick stars as the determined Agnes. Show more
Harry and co have to ensure nothing happens to the movie star visiting the prison – easy, right? Stars Harry Hill. From 2018. Show more
Married off to a much older man, Gudrun is isolated in a remote part of the country. Will she fly or fight? Stars Kate Phillips. Show more
Wild Things by Charlotte Jones
Davina's Episode
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
4 Extra Debut. A transformative sea swimming club alters lives: why 70 year old Davina forces herself to keep swimming. Stars Sheila Reid. Show more
Wild Things by Charlotte Jones
Angie's Episode
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
A transformative sea swimming club alters lives: what secret is Angie refusing to share with the group? Stars Josie Lawrence. Show more
Yours Truly, Pierre Stone
Episode 3
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Pierre’s attempts to correspond with his favourite TV star prevent him living his own life. Starring Alex Macqueen. From 2017. Show more
Yours Truly, Pierre Stone
Episode 4
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
A Strictly ticket and an old prawn sandwich should ensure Pierre’s favourite celeb notices him. Stars Alex Macqueen. From 2017. Show more
F Scott Fitzgerald: The Lost Stories
Introduction & Thank You for the Light
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
4 Extra Debut. Essay extract from editor Anne Margaret Daniel. F Scott Fitzgerald’s darker tales read by Laurel Lefkow and Karen Bartke. Show more