BBC Radio 4 FM Schedule Friday 27 November 2020

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Early
1. 00:00
  Midnight News—27/11/2020
  The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
2. 00:30
  Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake—Episode 4
  4/5There is evidence that fungi can help repair man-made damage to the environment.
3. 00:48
  Shipping Forecast—27/11/2020
  The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
4. 01:00
  Selection of BBC World Service Programmes—27/11/2020
  BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
5. 05:20
  Shipping Forecast—27/11/2020
  The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
6. 05:30
  News Briefing—27/11/2020
  The latest news from BBC Radio 4
7. 05:43
  Prayer for the Day—27/11/2020
  A reflection and prayer to start the day with Rev Dr Lesley Carroll
8. 05:45
  Farming Today—27/11/20 Licensing for Scottish grouse shoots, bovine TB vaccine, trees planted on peat, price of land for forestry
  The Scottish government is to develop a licensing system for grouse shoots.
9. 05:58
  Tweet of the Day—Fyfe Dangerfield on the Guillemot
  Musician Fyfe Dangerfield tells the story of the seabird that inspired his band name.
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Morning
1. 06:00
  Today—27/11/2020
  News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
2. 09:00
  Desert Island Discs—Arsène Wenger, former football manager
  Arsène Wenger, Arsenal manager for 22 years, shares the soundtrack of his life.
3. 09:45
  Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake—Episode 5
  5/5The power of yeast has been harnessed by humankind for centuries.
4. 10:00
  Woman's Hour—The Crown, Diana and a New Generation
  Diana's impact on young people, universities minister Michelle Donelan, and outliving mum.
5. 10:45
  D for Dexter—Series 7, Episode 5
  5/5Has Skye made a big mistake? Ed takes her for breakfast.
6. 11:00
  Africa United in Manchester
  Documentary about the 5th Pan African Congress, held in Manchester 75 years ago.
7. 11:30
  Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!—Arthur in Pantoland?
  An invitation to star in a local pantomime gets Arthur excited about a return to the stage
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Afternoon
1. 12:00
  News Summary—27/11/2020
  The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
2. 12:04
  Grief Is The Thing With Feathers by Max Porter—5. Crow's Promise
  5/5Dad has a romantic encounter and Crow makes good on his promise.
3. 12:18
  You and Yours—Tuition Fees; Home Care Finances; Black Friday
  The university students who believe their courses are not value for money this year.
4. 12:57
  Weather—27/11/2020
  The latest weather forecast
5. 13:00
  World at One—27/11/2020
  News, analysis and comment from BBC Radio 4
6. 13:45
  Intrigue—Mayday, The Second Casualty of War
  15/15Those left behind with the pieces.
7. 14:00
  The Archers—26/11/2020
  Will has serious reservations
8. 14:15
  Drama on 4—Blame
  A High Court judge, leading a public inquiry, finds it doesn’t do to inquire too deeply.
9. 15:00
  Gardeners' Question Time—GQT at Home: Hippeastrums and Holly
  Kathy Clugston hosts the horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.
10. 15:45
  Short Works—Kumeko the Quiet One by Hannah Vincent
  A story about ambition, cheese and wrestling mice.
11. 16:00
  Last Word—Diego Maradona, Rosalind Grimshaw, Jan Morris CBE
  Matthew Bannister on a footballer, a glass artist, an author
12. 16:30
  Feedback—27/11/2020
  The programme that holds the BBC to account on behalf of the radio audience.
13. 17:00
  PM—27/11/2020
  Afternoon news and current affairs programme.
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Evening
1. 18:00
  Six O'Clock News—27/11/2020 Topshop owner, Arcadia, on brink of collapse
  13,000 jobs could be lost if Sir Philip Green's retail empire goes into administration
2. 18:30
  The Now Show—Series 57, Episode 5
  5/6Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches.
3. 19:00
  Front Row—Mandolin player Avi Avital, Marina Abramović, Possessor reviewed
  Avi Avital on the wonders of the mandolin and its repertoire.
4. 19:45
  D for Dexter—Series 7, Episode 5
  5/5Has Skye made a big mistake? Ed takes her for breakfast.
5. 20:00
  Any Questions?—Sir Graham Brady MP, John Mills, Alyn Smith MP, Professor Ngaire Woods
  Chris Mason presents political debate and discussion from Broadcasting House in London.
6. 20:50
  A Point of View—Loving the Body Fat-tastic
  Bernardine Evaristo reflects on body image and the fashion industry.
7. 21:00
  Intrigue—Mayday Omnibus, Episode 3
  3/3When James Le Mesurier fell to his death he left behind a tangle of truths and lies.
8. 22:00
  The World Tonight—Iran’s top nuclear scientist is assassinated
  Tehran says there are "serious indications" of Israeli involvement
9. 22:45
  Grief Is The Thing With Feathers by Max Porter—5. Crow's Promise
  5/5Dad has a romantic encounter and Crow makes good on his promise.
10. 23:00
  Americast—The kids’ table
  Trump confirms he will leave the White House.
11. 23:30
  One to One—Gerald Scarfe - bring back the news!
  Gerald Scarfe meets Brian Cosgrove, the creator of Dangermouse and Penfold.
12. 23:45
  Today in Parliament—27/11/2020
  News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
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Late
1. 00:00
  Midnight News—28/11/2020
  The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
2. 00:30
  Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake—Episode 5
  5/5The power of yeast has been harnessed by humankind for centuries.
3. 00:48
  Shipping Forecast—28/11/2020
  The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
4. 01:00
  Selection of BBC World Service Programmes—28/11/2020
  BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
5. 05:20
  Shipping Forecast—28/11/2020
  The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
6. 05:30
  News Briefing—28/11/2020
  The latest news from BBC Radio 4
7. 05:43
  Prayer for the Day—28/11/2020
  Spiritual reflection to start the day with Rev Muriel Pearson of Cranhill Church, Glasgow
8. 05:45
  Four Thought—Our Lost Food Culture
  Alastair Hendy explains why he thinks we've lost our food culture.

Saturday 28 November 2020