Makenna Goodman speaks to Take Four Books about her new novel, Helen of Nowhere, and together with presenter James Crawford they explore its links to three other literary works.

Paul Gambaccini is in the chair as the ultimate music quiz returns, with questions on music of all varieties and eras

Matthew Sweet explores the idea of a 'polycrisis' of progress across the spheres of technology, economic expansion, climate and the global political order.

The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping

The latest weather reports and forecast

National and international news from BBC Radio 4

Rajan Datar presents a selection of the best bits of audio across the BBC.

Helen makes a surprising offer, and Azra offers the benefit of experience.

Presenter Bisi Akins takes us inside an Owambe, a Nigerian hall party. With cultural music, food, fashion, and hearing from those who are keeping the tradition alive in Britain.