| 00:00 | 00:45Bells on Sunday comes from the church of St Giles, Cripplegate in the City of London. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:15A reflection on the meaning of Christmas with the Rev Angela Berners-Wilson. 00:303/4Tom Neenan discovers what horrors lurk in our apps and gadgets in this modern ghost story. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:151/5Naomi Wood's winning story about a couple keen to spice up their sex life. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:152/5The second in this year's BBC National Short Story Award with Cambridge University. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:153/5The third in this year's BBC National Short Story Award with Cambridge University. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:154/5The fourth in this year's BBC National Short Story Award with Cambridge University. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:15Julie Fowlis and Karine Polwart journey to the most remote pub in mainland Britain. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
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| 01:00 | 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
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| 05:00 | 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Cardinal Vincent Nichols. 05:45Home of a million Christmas trees. 05:57The latest weather forecast for farmers.
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Cardinal Vincent Nichols. 05:45A specially-designed barge is helping to save a Scottish rainforest. 05:58David Attenborough presents the snow bunting.
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Cardinal Vincent Nichols. 05:45Behind the scenes at the Welsh Grand National. 05:58Chris Packham presents the blackbird.
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Cardinal Vincent Nichols. 05:45A farm being returned to how it was in 1805. 05:58Chris Packham presents the mallard.
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Cardinal Vincent Nichols. 05:45A herd of rare white deer. 05:58Chris Packham presents the brent goose.
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Canon Rachel Mann 05:45House martins live on our homes in summer - in winter they disappear. Will they return?
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:43Bells on Sunday comes from St Clement Danes, in the City of Westminster London. 05:45Sir Mufti Hamid Patel, chief executive of education trust Star Academies.
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| 06:00 | 06:00Clare chooses some favourite moments from her Ramblings year.
| 06:00Hanif Kureishi's guest edit explores the impact his injuries have had on his relationships
| 06:00James May uses his guest edit to look at the future for driverless cars.
| 06:00Singer and activist Ellie Goulding guest edits Today.
| 06:00Andrew Malkinson was the victim of a major miscarriage of justice.
| 06:00The latest news headlines. Including the weather and a look at the papers. 06:07Helen Mark meets a group of asylum seekers as they help with conservation work in Wales. 06:30Meeting the men and women with a passion for ploughs and ploughing. 06:57The latest weather reports and forecast
| 06:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4 06:05Mark Tully draws on the ancient prayer tradition of the Examen. 06:35Brett Westwood explores how the venerable, ancient turtle has influenced human culture. 06:57The latest weather reports and forecast
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| 07:00 | 07:00A Service for Christmas Morning from York Minster with Archbishop Stephen Cottrell. 07:57David Attenborough presents a seasonal reflection of the robin.
| | | | | 07:00Professor Arday's programme looks at the stigma associated with low literacy.
| 07:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers. 07:10Emily Buchanan takes a look at the ethical and religious issues of the week. 07:54Actor Josette Simon makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Pets As Therapy. 07:57The latest weather forecast
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| 08:00 | 08:00The story of the melancholic song, first performed by Judy Garland in 1944. 08:30A musician’s-eye view of classical music’s best-loved works.
| | | | | | 08:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the Sunday papers. 08:10Marking Julian of Norwich's Revelations of Divine Love, 650 years ago. 08:48Alex Massie on the changing face of a Scottish New Year. 08:58Brett Westwood presents the story and sound of the mistle thrush.
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| 09:00 | 09:00Sir Bob Geldof and guests recall the making of Band Aid's Do They Know It's Christmas? 09:451/5Fascinating new insight into the creator of James Bond - Ian Fleming. Alex Jennings reads.
| 09:00Former guest Harriet tells a live audience how her podcast appearance changed her life. 09:452/5Intriguing, new and fascinating insight into the life of James Bond creator, Ian Fleming.
| 09:00Jonathan Freedland takes the Long View on elderly leaders. 09:30A deep dive into the sonic realms of the sea and the effects of man-made noise pollution. 09:453/5Intriguing, new insight into the life of James Bond's creator - Ian Fleming.
| 09:00Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss Shakespeare's great comedy of love, desire and marriage. 09:454/5A riveting new look at the life of James Bond creator, Ian Fleming.
| 09:00Delia Smith, cookery writer, shares the soundtrack of her life with Lauren Laverne. 09:455/5Gripping series of readings throwing new light on the creator of James Bond, Ian Fleming.
| 09:00A celebration of some inspirational achievements of 2023.
| 09:00The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell
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| 10:00 | 10:00Our Christmas Day special on why women should consider eating more sprouts.
| 10:00Women who go to all lengths for the truth, including historian Philippa Langley.
| 10:00Up to half of women will have a UTI at some point; is enough known about treatments?
| 10:00Two care-experienced women on breaking through the so-called 'care ceiling'.
| 10:00Dame Siân Phillips talks about her acting career and marriage to Peter O’Toole.
| 10:00Anneka wants Shaun to experience the intense rush of Hong Kong. But Shaun is not sure. 10:307/14Jay Rayner hosts a culinary panel show packed full of tasty titbits.
| 10:00There’s a Christmas crisis at the vets, and Justin takes a big step.
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| 11:00 | 11:00Brian Cox and Robin Ince team up with the Sky at Night team for some backyard astronomy.
| 11:00A cold hard look at the psychology of the seven sins. Brace yourself for wrath. 11:30Ian McMillan gets close to the art in hotel rooms.
| 11:00In this bonus episode, James Peak is on the trail of a lost Banksy interview. 11:30Dundee's Bob Servant (Brian Cox) looks back at his astonishing life. Guest starring Lulu.
| 11:00The giant freshwater fish that's invading Bolivia's Amazonian rivers. 11:30Faye Tozer from Steps nominates a singer and dancer with a trademark growl.
| 11:00A US whistleblower’s shocking claims about UFOs have sparked a new debate on aliens 11:304/4Hector faces his demons, as well as Susan and Amanda, both in crisis. Stars Jamie Sives.
| 11:00Could good intentions to detect illnesses early actually be causing more harm? 11:30Our correspondent on the transformation he's seen in Beijing since arriving 20 years ago.
| 11:15Peter White, broadcaster, shares the soundtrack of his life with Lauren Laverne.(R)
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| 12:00 | 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Rachel Burden and Jon Kay choose the best BBC audio from 2023. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Joni Mitchell's influential life and career, told in her own words. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Celebrating the golden jubilee of David Bowie’s The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04The many variations of Bob Dylan’s life and music told in his own words. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04John Lennon's extraordinary life and career told in his own words. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04A post Christmas guide to surviving the sales, filing your tax return and how to regift! 12:303/3The Dead Ringers team look back at their most memorable impressions of party leaders. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Copper turned comic Alfie Moore takes us through the ins and outs of crime at Christmas. 12:32Join Leyla Kazim for a tour of New Year’s Eve food traditions around the world. 12:57The latest weather forecast
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| 13:00 | 13:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4 13:153/13The general knowledge music quiz chaired by Paul Gambaccini. 13:45Rhianna Pratchett hears tales of helpful hobs in the North York Moors.
| 13:00Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment. 13:45Rhianna Pratchett is in Wales to meet the giant of Cader Idris.
| 13:00Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment. 13:45Rhianna Pratchett visits the Scottish coast to hear stories about a seal-like creature.
| 13:00Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment. 13:45Rhianna Pratchett learns about banshees.
| 13:00Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment. 13:45Rhianna Pratchett encounters stories about a wolf-like beast - the Wulver
| 13:00The latest national and international news and weather reports from BBC Radio 4 13:10BBC journalists gaze into their crystal balls to predict what 2024 might have in store.
| 13:00Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world 13:30Sue Mitchell reports on how loneliness and cognitive decline leaves people open to abuse
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| 14:00 | 14:00Alistair has some news to impart 14:15Walter is 68. Mary is 64. He’s madcap. She resists change. But they both hate Christmas
| 14:00There’s a Christmas crisis at the vets 14:15Bill Nighy stars in AL Kennedy's drama. Three lonely people connect through comedy.
| 14:00Disaster strikes at Little Grange 14:15Siw Hughes stars in Neil Williams’s comedy-drama about a pirate radio station.
| 14:00Alice finds herself on the spot 14:15Award-winning drama by Katie Hims.
| 14:155/5By Helen Cross. Rose is getting closer to the truth. With Alexandra Mardell. 14:452/4Tom Neenan discovers what horrors lurk in our apps and gadgets in this modern ghost story.
| 14:00Rachel Burden and Jon Kay choose the best BBC audio from 2023. 14:451/13Banksy from hood-rat to hero. How did Bristol's radical nature shape Banksy and his art?
| 14:00Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts. 14:45Misunderstandings and miscommunications on a car journey in Dublin.
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| 15:00 | 15:00The King's Christmas message to the Commonwealth and the nation. 15:05National and international news from BBC Radio 4 15:15Ruth Jones chooses readings for our festive delight. With music from Kate Rusby.
| 15:006/14Jay Rayner hosts a culinary panel show packed full of tasty titbits. 15:30Dr Phil Hammond uncovers the career and life of comedian and psychiatrist Benji Waterhouse
| 15:00A post Christmas guide to surviving the sales, filing your tax return and how to regift! 15:30Could good intentions to detect illnesses early actually be causing more harm?
| 15:00Helen Mark meets a group of asylum seekers as they help with conservation work in Wales. 15:27Joanna Lumley makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of ShelterBox. 15:30Chris Power looks back at some of our highlights from 2023.
| 15:00Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts. 15:45An original short story from João Morais, read by Dean Rehman.
| 15:00It's more than just bad language on trial when the police take on Virgin records in 1977.
| 15:00The Radio Drama Department are recording their annual Christmas Pantomime.
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| 16:00 | 16:00Can Angel Eustace save the planet by stopping William McFadden from taking his own life?
| 16:00A musician’s-eye view of classical music’s best-loved works. 16:30Faye Tozer from Steps nominates a singer and dancer with a trademark growl.
| 16:00How will Ukraine ensure the billions needed to rebuild the country are properly spent? 16:30The comedian, writer and actor looks back on her influential career.
| 16:00Greg James marks the end of the year with a rummage through the BBC archives. 16:30A festive special in the style of the 12 days of Christmas.
| 16:00Kirsty Lang on a politician, a factory worker, a charity founder, a comedian 16:30Exploring the 1932 letters between Einstein and Freud on global peace and total war.
| 16:00Actor Dame Siân Phillips reflects on her life and career aged 90.
| 16:00Chris Power is joined by Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Aminatta Forna and Lucy Caldwell. 16:30Matthew Sweet on the life and work of the sensationally modern figure - Wilkie Collins.
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| 17:00 | 17:00Chris Power looks back at some of our highlights from 2023. 17:28Becky Ripley and Sophie Ward delve into the psychology of the seven sins. Today: gluttony.
| 17:00Afternoon news and current affairs programme
| 17:00Afternoon news and current affairs programme
| 17:00Afternoon news and current affairs programme
| 17:00Afternoon news and current affairs programme
| 17:00Full coverage of the day's news 17:30Are no or low-alcohol beers better for you than a regular pint? 17:54The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 17:57The latest weather forecast
| 17:00Shaun Keaveny marks the centenary of planned obsolescence by exploring the Phoebus Cartel. 17:40Sir Mufti Hamid Patel, chief executive of education trust Star Academies. 17:54The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 17:57The latest weather forecast
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| 18:00 | 18:00The early evening national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:15It's Bungo's first day at work on Wimbledon Common but can he avoid both humans and dogs? 18:30Copper turned comic Alfie Moore takes us through the ins and outs of crime at Christmas.
| 18:00But the head of the Israeli forces warned the war will go on for months 18:15Great Uncle Bulgaria invites an elderly human visitor to share a Christmas feast. 18:307/8Hancock throws a Christmas party and finds himself in court.
| 18:00His drive for greater European integration often led to clashes with Margaret Thatcher. 18:15There is Wombling wintry fun on the Common and Tomsk makes his own skis from found timber. 18:303/4To Florence’s horror, someone has reprinted her first novel. Selina’s in EastEnders.
| 18:00Egypt has confirmed it is going to put forward a new peace plan for the region. 18:15An impulsive incident leads to a rescue mission. Will Bungo find his best friend Orinoco? 18:30Comedian Ken Cheng hosts a brand new series, all about school subjects.
| 18:00The early evening national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:15A helpful stranger turns out to be a long lost friend and quite the welcome visitor. 18:303/3The Dead Ringers team look back at their most memorable impressions of party leaders.
| 18:00Russia says at least 14 people have been killed in Ukrainian airstrikes. 18:15Clive Anderson and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
| 18:00US Navy, protecting commercial ships from Houthi rebels in Yemen, hits 3 small vessels. 18:15Geoff Lloyd and Sara Barron bring you their pick of BBC podcasts from 2023.
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| 19:00 | 19:00There’s a Christmas crisis at the vets 19:15Award-wining author Margaret Atwood reveals the experiences that shaped her writing.
| 19:00Disaster strikes at Little Grange 19:15Singer-songwriter and author Nick Cave shares his formative creative influences.
| 19:00Alice finds herself on the spot 19:15Director Sam Mendes reveals the formative influences on his career in theatre and film.
| 19:15TV writer and director Sally Wainwright on her formative cultural influences.
| 19:15Ellen and Mark look at the enduring appeal of the art of stop-motion.
| 19:00Sir Mufti Hamid Patel, chief executive of education trust Star Academies. 19:15Violinist Nigel Kennedy reveals his formative cultural influences and experiences.
| 19:00Resolutions are made at The Bull. 19:15President of The Greeters Guild Troy Hawke tackles psychotherapy in an award-winning show. 19:455/5Classic rom-com written by Colin Bytheway that asks if there's a place for data in dating.
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| 20:00 | 20:00Greg is joined by actor Mathew Baynton to learn about medieval European ghost stories.
| 20:00Shaun Keaveny marks the centenary of planned obsolescence by exploring the Phoebus Cartel. 20:40In Touch pays a visit to The Blind Chocolatier in the Lake District.
| 20:00Surrogacy in Italy, feminism in Spain, and culture wars activism across borders. 20:45In 1974, a young girl band from Middlesbrough made a record for their idols - The Osmonds.
| 20:00A US whistleblower’s shocking claims about UFOs have sparked a new debate on aliens 20:306/8When a homeless man moves in with a rich widow is it true love or something much darker?
| 20:00BBC journalists gaze into their crystal balls to predict what 2024 might have in store. 20:50Alex Massie on the changing face of a Scottish New Year.
| 20:00The life and times of Vivienne Westwood
| 20:00A post Christmas guide to surviving the sales, filing your tax return and how to regift! 20:25Actor Josette Simon makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Pets As Therapy. 20:30Kirsty Lang on a politician, a factory worker, a charity founder, a comedian
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| 21:00 | 21:00Chef Thomasina Miers and Sheila Dillon on doing more with less at Christmas. 21:30Tim Vine and the British public with a sack full of seasonal jokes.
| 21:00Ruth Jones chooses readings for our festive delight. With music from Kate Rusby.
| 21:00In a special episode, David and Simon meet Gerald Ratner, whose joke cost him his business 21:30The comedian, writer and actor looks back on her influential career.
| 21:00A festive special in the style of the 12 days of Christmas. 21:30Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss Shakespeare's great comedy of love, desire and marriage.
| 21:00Rhianna Pratchett meets mythical creatures to discover what they reveal about us.
| 21:00Clare chooses some favourite moments from her Ramblings year.
| 21:00Sue Perkins explores how Doctor Who has reflected our social history on and off screen.
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| 22:00 | 22:00Daisy May Cooper believes her house is haunted. Will Danny survive the night there? 22:451/5Margery Allingham’s tale of a perplexing Christmas Day crime.
| 22:00Israel also suggests war is spilling over into a wider regional conflict. 22:452/5Margery Allingham's Campion continues his investigation of a Christmas Day crime.
| 22:00A member of Israel's war cabinet says time for a diplomatic solution is running out 22:453/5The villagers of Longpuddle reminisce about Christmases past.
| 22:00We get a response from the Lebanese government. 22:454/5Two stories from Saki, skewer the social obligations that surround Christmas.
| 22:00It follows biggest wave of Russian attacks since the invasion began last year 22:455/5Does the sacred relic in a convent hold the clue to a wintry mystery?
| 22:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4 22:15Ellen and Mark look at the enduring appeal of the art of stop-motion.
| 22:00A selection box of music from across the Loose Ends year.
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| 23:00 | 23:00Clive Anderson showcases some of the best music performances on Loose Ends this year.
| 23:00Marian and Tara try to tackle problems, large and small, sent in by their listeners. 23:30Singer-songwriter Suggs in conversation with his heroes – brought back to life.
| 23:00AI digests human media, then writes its own versions. The result is absurdly hilarious. 23:15Sometimes it's not the obvious fears that are the problem, you have to keep digging... 23:30Why many across Europe are now unwilling to pay the costs associated with the Green Deal.
| 23:00Greg is joined by actor Mathew Baynton to learn about medieval European ghost stories.
| 23:00Sir Bob Geldof and guests recall the making of Band Aid's Do They Know It's Christmas?
| 23:003/13The general knowledge music quiz chaired by Paul Gambaccini. 23:304/5Dead Hand’s code has changed, but what does that mean for his latest victim?
| 23:00Radio 4’s continuity announcers invite you into their world.
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