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50 Years of the Today Programme

A look back at some of the most memorable moments in the Today programme's history, and remembering and talking to some of those who have been involved in and with the programme.

Since its first foray onto the airwaves on Monday October 28 1957, the Today programme has been setting the nation's agenda. To celebrate its 50th anniversary, this film looks back at some of the most memorable moments in Today's history, drawing on some of the best audio from those 50 years, and remembering and talking to some of those who have been involved in and with the programme.

1 hour

Last on

Mon 19 Nov 200723:50
BBC Two Wales & Wales (Analogue) only

Broadcasts

  • Thu 4 Oct 200721:00
    BBC Four
  • Fri 5 Oct 200701:05
    BBC Four
  • Fri 5 Oct 200703:10
    BBC Four
  • Sun 7 Oct 200701:30
    BBC Four
  • Mon 19 Nov 200723:20
    BBC Two England, Northern Ireland (Analogue), Northern Ireland & Scotland only
  • Mon 19 Nov 200723:50
    BBC Two Wales & Wales (Analogue) only