BBC Radio 4 FM Schedule Friday 22 February 2013

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Early
1. 00:00
  Midnight News—22/02/2013
  The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
2. 00:30
  The Real George Orwell—Essays and Journalism, Pleasure Spots
  4/5George Orwell on the subject of pleasure.
3. 00:48
  Shipping Forecast—22/02/2013
  The latest shipping forecast.
4. 01:00
  Selection of BBC World Service Programmes—22/02/2013
  BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
5. 05:20
  Shipping Forecast—22/02/2013
  The latest shipping forecast.
6. 05:30
  News Briefing—22/02/2013
  News from BBC Radio 4.
7. 05:43
  Prayer for the Day—22/02/2013
  A reading and a reflection to start the day on Radio 4 with the Rev Johnston McKay.
8. 05:45
  Farming Today—22/02/2013
  What will it take to stop fly-grazing of horses? The NFU calls for ASBOs.
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Morning
1. 06:00
  Today—22/02/2013
  How best to tackle Islamic extremism? Plus why we love weepy movies.
2. 09:00
  Desert Island Discs—Jonathan Agnew
  Cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew is interviewed by Kirsty Young.
3. 09:45
  The Real George Orwell—Essays and Journalism, As I Please
  5/5George Orwell on the absurdities of New Year's Honours.
4. 10:00
  Woman's Hour—Girl Guiding; Sharon Shannon; Nicola Shindler
  The future for girl guides; folk accordion player Sharon Shannon. Jenni Murray presents.
5. 10:45
  Elizabeth Jane Howard - The Cazalets—Marking Time, Episode 5
  5/15Louise is home from drama school and insufferable. Polly is struggling with her parents.
6. 11:00
  The Crying Game
  Geoff Watts investigates why we cry and why emotional tears are a uniquely human trait.
7. 11:30
  HR—Series 4, Money
  1/6Nigel William's comedy about a retired odd couple. Will a lottery win change their lives?
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Afternoon
1. 12:00
  You and Yours—Scams, ski slopes and nuisance calls
  Paying to block spam calls, reducing tax on tourism and the future of TV. With Peter White
2. 12:57
  Weather—22/02/2013
  The latest weather forecast.
3. 13:00
  World at One—22/02/2013
  Shaun Ley presents national and international news.
4. 13:45
  Head to Head—Series 4, Scientific Progress
  5/5Philosopher Karl Popper and neuroscientist John Eccles discuss scientific progress.(R)
5. 14:00
  The Archers—21/02/2013
  Paul makes an exciting announcement.
6. 14:15
  Drama on 4—The Spare Room
  by Oliver Emanuel. A 'rapid response' play inspired by destitution among asylum seekers.
7. 15:00
  Gardeners' Question Time—Milton Keynes
  Peter Gibbs chairs the horticultural panel programme with gardeners in Milton Keynes.
8. 15:45
  I Refuse—Hamid in the Playhouse
  2/3A woman faces a dilemma when she discovers a student wanted by the anti-terrorist squad.
9. 16:00
  Last Word—A sitcom favourite, a philosopher of law, a founder of Scottish skiing and a singer-songwriter
  Matthew Bannister remembers Richard Briers, Ronald Dworkin, Eileen Fuchs and Kevin Ayers.
10. 16:30
  Feedback—22/02/2013
  Roger Bolton presents audience comment. Can you make jokes about Jimmy Savile on the BBC?
11. 17:00
  PM—22/02/2013
  Full coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair.
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Evening
1. 18:00
  Six O'Clock News—22/02/2013
  National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
2. 18:30
  The Now Show—Series 39, Episode 2
  2/8Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present a comedic breakdown of the week's news.
3. 19:00
  The Archers—22/02/2013
  Alistair gives Lynda food for thought.
4. 19:15
  Front Row—Damien Hirst; To the Wonder
  Damien Hirst on humour in art, To the Wonder review, RB Kitaj, Marc Isaacs on The Road.
5. 19:45
  Elizabeth Jane Howard - The Cazalets—Marking Time, Episode 5
  5/15Louise is home from drama school and insufferable. Polly is struggling with her parents.
6. 20:00
  Any Questions?—Jeanette Winterson, Deborah Meaden, Mark Harper MP, Baroness Jan Royall
  Jonathan Dimbleby presents political debate and discussion from the Gloucester Guildhall.
7. 20:50
  A Point of View—The Winter Queen
  Lisa Jardine celebrates Elizabeth of Bohemia, who deserves a larger place in history.
8. 21:00
  Friday Drama—The Song Thief
  A young composer arrives in Northumberland in search of the writer of a love song.(R)
9. 21:58
  Weather—22/02/2013
  Weather information.
10. 22:00
  The World Tonight—22/02/2013
  The news with Roger Hearing in London and David Eades at the Italian elections in Rome.
11. 22:45
  Book at Bedtime—Take Notice
  Gus is confronted by a white-suited stanger, intent on bringing up the past.
12. 23:00
  A Good Read—Francis Spufford and Sarah Moss
  Harriett is joined by Sarah Moss and Francis Spufford to discuss books they love.
13. 23:30
  Sketchorama—Series 1, Episode 4
  4/4Featuring How Do I Get Up There?; The Ginge, The Geordie and The Geek; and Pappy's.(R)
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Late
1. 00:00
  Midnight News—23/02/2013
  The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
2. 00:30
  The Real George Orwell—Essays and Journalism, As I Please
  5/5George Orwell on the absurdities of New Year's Honours.
3. 00:48
  Shipping Forecast—23/02/2013
  The latest shipping forecast.
4. 01:00
  Selection of BBC World Service Programmes—23/02/2013
  BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
5. 05:20
  Shipping Forecast—23/02/2013
  The latest shipping forecast.
6. 05:30
  News Briefing—23/02/2013
  The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
7. 05:43
  Prayer for the Day—23/02/2013
  A reading and a reflection to start the day on Radio 4 with the Rev Dr Karen Smith.
8. 05:45
  iPM—23/02/2013
  A listener argues an ignored form of nuclear reactor could plug the UK's energy gap.

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