BBC Radio 4 FM Schedule Monday 30 August 2021

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Early
1. 00:00
  Midnight News—30/08/2021
  The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
2. 00:15
  The Everywoman—Episode 2
  2/2Novelist Sarah Hall continues her search for the literary Everywoman
3. 00:45
  Bells on Sunday—All Saints, Inveraray, in Argyll
  Bells on Sunday comes from the detached tower of All Saints, Inveraray, in Argyll
4. 00:48
  Shipping Forecast—30/08/2021
  The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
5. 01:00
  Selection of BBC World Service Programmes—30/08/2021
  A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.
6. 05:20
  Shipping Forecast—30/08/2021
  The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
7. 05:30
  News Briefing—30/08/2021
  The latest news from BBC Radio 4
8. 05:43
  Prayer for the Day—30/08/2021
  A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Vishva Samani
9. 05:45
  Farming Today—Supporting people with extra needs on Macaulay Farm
  Nancy Nicolson visits a farm on the Isle of Lewis which supports people with extra needs
10. 05:56
  Weather—30/08/2021
  The latest weather forecast for farmers.
11. 05:58
  Tweet of the Day—Black Drongo
  Miranda Krestovnikoff presents the black drongo of Southern Asia.
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Morning
1. 06:00
  Today—30/08/2021
  News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
2. 09:00
  How to Play—Brahms's Piano Concerto No 1 with Stephen Hough and the LPO
  Concert pianist Stephen Hough gives us his musician's eye view on Brahms's First Concerto.
3. 09:30
  The Age of Denial—Knowing and Not Knowing
  We deceive ourselves all the time. Why? Isabel Hardman explores the roots of denial.
4. 09:45
  Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe—1. Getting Together
  1/5The story of Morecambe and Wise. Eric and Ernie meet as teenagers in a variety show.
5. 10:00
  Woman's Hour—Afghanistan, Paralympics, Mary Poppins
  Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
6. 11:00
  My Name Is...—My Name Is Christina
  Christina Adane is committed to improving food choices available to youngsters like her.
7. 11:30
  Loose Ends—Ed Balls, Sophie Okonedo, Adrian Edmondson, Rag'n'Bone Man, Emily Barker feat Frank Turner, Anneka Rice, Clive Anderson
  Clive Anderson and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
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Afternoon
1. 12:00
  News Summary—30/08/2021
  National and international news from BBC Radio 4
2. 12:04
  News of the Dead by James Robertson—Episode 6
  6/106/10. Gibb’s relations with Jessie turn amorous. Read by Mark Bonnar.
3. 12:18
  You and Yours—Travel Agents; E10 Fuel; Subscriptions
  Travel Agents; E10 Fuel; Subscriptions
4. 12:57
  Weather—30/08/2021
  The latest weather forecast
5. 13:00
  World at One—30/08/2021
  Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment, with Jonny Dymond
6. 13:45
  39 Ways to Save the Planet—Buy Less Stuff
  Can we consume less by sharing more, finding new homes for old stuff and using it smartly?
7. 14:00
  The Archers—29/08/2021
  Justin announces his grand plan
8. 14:15
  United Kingdoms—Fearing
  A bold series of short dramas reflecting life across the UK.
9. 15:00
  Brain of Britain—Heat 7, 2021
  The prestigious general knowledge quiz, chaired by Russell Davies
10. 15:30
  The Food Programme—Tastefully Worded: Exploring food in language
  Sheila Dillon and Michael Rosen consider the power and persuasion of food language.
11. 16:00
  Write Her Story
  Double Oscar-winning actress Glenda Jackson asks, where are the strong stories for women?
12. 16:30
  Beyond Belief—The College of Cardinals
  What is the role of the College of Cardinals in the Catholic Church?
13. 17:00
  PM—30/08/2021
  Afternoon news and current affairs programme.
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Evening
1. 18:00
  Six O'Clock News—30/08/2021 Probe into deadly US drone strike in Afghanistan
  Pentagon investigates reports a US drone strike in Afghanistan killed ten civilians
2. 18:30
  The Unbelievable Truth—Series 26, Episode 6
  6/7Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game.
3. 19:00
  The Archers—30/08/2021
  Lilian is confronted by a ghost from the past
4. 19:15
  Front Row—Actor Liz Carr on Silent Witness and Hollywood
  Actor Liz Carr looks back at her career, and how it took her from the Wirral to Hollywood.
5. 19:45
  Prime Ministers' Props—Series 1, Neville Chamberlain's Umbrella
  1/5Sir David Cannadine explores the changing image of Neville Chamberlain's umbrella.
6. 20:00
  Happy 2,500th to the Brave 300!
  Jon Harvey explores the myth and reality of Thermopylae, 2,500 years since the battle.
7. 20:30
  Crossing Continents—Catalonia: Squatters, Eviction and Extortion
  How Catalonia’s housing crisis spawns opportunities for organised crime.
8. 21:00
  China's Great Science Leap—Cells and Chips
  1/2Will China’s ambitions in space, quantum & biotech lead it to science super-power status?
9. 21:30
  How to Play—Brahms's Piano Concerto No 1 with Stephen Hough and the LPO
  Concert pianist Stephen Hough gives us his musician's eye view on Brahms's First Concerto.
10. 22:00
  The World Tonight—US 20 year military operation in Afghanistan ends
  Final evacuation flight from Kabul airport takes off
11. 22:45
  News of the Dead by James Robertson—Episode 6
  6/106/10. Gibb’s relations with Jessie turn amorous. Read by Mark Bonnar.
12. 23:00
  Word of Mouth—Digital body language: how to work online
  Michael Rosen gets advice from Erica Dhawan on the best ways to communicate on-screen.
13. 23:30
  Mastertapes—Series 1, The Zombies (the A-Side)
  13/14Rod Argent, Chris White and Colin Blunstone on the Zombies' album Odessey and Oracle.
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Late
1. 00:00
  Midnight News—31/08/2021
  The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
2. 00:30
  Sunshine and Laughter by Louis Barfe—1. Getting Together
  1/5The story of Morecambe and Wise. Eric and Ernie meet as teenagers in a variety show.
3. 00:48
  Shipping Forecast—31/08/2021
  The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
4. 01:00
  Selection of BBC World Service Programmes—31/08/2021
  A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.
5. 05:20
  Shipping Forecast—31/08/2021
  The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
6. 05:30
  News Briefing—31/08/2021
  The latest news from BBC Radio 4
7. 05:43
  Prayer for the Day—31/08/2021
  A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Vishva Samani
8. 05:45
  Farming Today—31/08/21 - Tractor auction, Northern Ireland’s Future Agricultural Policy, Crop breeding
  Northern Ireland’s plan for agriculture and the man with a tractor collection for sale.
9. 05:58
  Tweet of the Day—Raggiana Bird-of-Paradise
  Liz Bonnin presents the displaying raggiana bird-of-paradise from Papua New Guinea.

Tuesday 31 August 2021