| 00:00 | 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:15Changing the temple complex of Cambodia's '8th wonder of the world'. 00:45Bells on Sunday comes from The Cathedral Church of St Andrew, Wells, in Somerset. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:30Why journalists rarely start at the beginning, instead leading with the latest development 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:30Japan's damaged Fukushima nuclear plant made global news this year- but should it have? 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:30The lowdown on anonymous briefings at Westminster – how, where and why they happen 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:30Exploring why Nicola Bulley’s disappearance was one of the biggest UK news stories of 2023 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:30How privacy law stops journalists telling you everything they know 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:15The writer Richard Osman answers questions on his popular novel The Thursday Murder Club. 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.
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| 05:00 | 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Rabbi Warren Elf 05:45Bird counts reveal a drop in numbers around Lough Neagh - could algal blooms be to blame? 05:57Weather reports and forecasts for farmers
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Rabbi Warren Elf 05:45What does the wet weather mean for farmers?
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Rabbi Warren Elf 05:45The Wildlife Trusts want more money for farming and a stronger vision from government.
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Rabbi Warren Elf 05:45Anna Hill is at the Oxford farming conferences where farmers are facing change.
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Rabbi Warren Elf 05:45With tractors protesting outside, what will the Defra Secretary say to farmers?
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Fleur Dorrell 05:45Jack Boswell explores Finland's sisu - a powerful inner strength in times of struggle.
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4 05:43Bells on Sunday comes from St Mary’s church in the village of Frittenden, Kent. 05:45Introducing Ed Holloway, the Macular Society's new CEO.
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| 06:00 | 06:00News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
| 06:00News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
| 06:00News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
| 06:00News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
| 06:00News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
| 06:00The latest news headlines. Including the weather and a look at the papers. 06:07Clare's 25th year of Ramblings begins with a student group hiking in Bakewell, Derbyshire 06:30Thousands of farmers descend on Oxford for two big farming conferences. 06:57The latest weather reports and forecast
| 06:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4 06:05Giles Fraser and guests explore why religion is such rich territory for comedy. 06:35Charlotte Smith meets the arable farmer who starred in The Great British Bake Off. 06:57The latest weather reports and forecast
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| 07:00 | | | | | | 07:00Including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
| 07:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers. 07:10A look at the ethical and religious issues of the week 07:54Mariella Frostrup makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of MicroLoan Foundation 07:57The latest weather reports and forecast
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| 08:00 | | | | | | | 08:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the Sunday papers 08:10Sunday Worship from Reigate St Mary's where BBC Young Chorister of the Year Sharon sings. 08:48Adam Gopnik reflects on light and dark in deepest January. 08:58Ornithologist Mya Bambrick presents the waxwing.
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| 09:00 | 09:001/5Matthew and his guests look back at some of the big events of the past 25 years. 09:30James Fox asks how Constable's The Hay Wain became so famous.
| 09:002/5Have we lost faith in institutions, politicians - and even money? 09:30Reflections from a group of teenagers who give up their smartphones for the school week.
| 09:003/5Have we outsourced our memories to our phones? 09:301/6Alex Renton is sent a membership list for a defunct pro-paedophile group.
| 09:004/5What is technology doing to something as human as forming relationships? 09:30Meet the Manchester man who believes he is God - and the people who share his belief.
| 09:005/5Matthew interviews the 'Godfather of AI', Geoffrey Hinton. 09:30James Peak and Joan Bakewell find incredible archive from 1963. Wait! Is that The Beatles?
| 09:00The literary alchemist Jackie Kay wants us to Coorie Doon.
| 09:00The Royal College of Nursing warns treating patients in corridors puts lives at risk.
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| 10:00 | 10:00What role are women playing in the reform of safeguarding in the Church of England?
| 10:00Lucy Lawless, best known as Xena: Warrior Princess, on camerawoman Margaret Moth.
| 10:00Channel 4's Cathy Newman responds to the new law on deep fakes.
| 10:00Girls groomed & raped by gangs are adamant the crime is still happening. We find out more.
| 10:00The former Strictly professional dancer on motherhood, Dancing on Ice and writing a novel.
| 10:00Join Greg and his guests to learn about Charles I and the causes of the British Civil Wars 10:30Greg James is back in the BBC Archives, rooting around for audio gems.
| 10:00Laurie Anderson, artist, shares the soundtrack of her life with Lauren Laverne.
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| 11:00 | 11:00The mystery of why human feet began washing ashore on the west coast of Canada and the US. 11:30The law firm founder on finding career clarity at the top of a mountain. 11:45Why journalists rarely start at the beginning, instead leading with the latest development
| 11:00Abel Selaocoe and Georgie Ward add the final five tracks to the series 11:45Japan's damaged Fukushima nuclear plant made global news this year- but should it have?
| 11:00University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust faces a growing police investigation into poor care. 11:45The lowdown on anonymous briefings at Westminster – how, where and why they happen
| 11:00Film director James Ivory on his most significant creative influences and experiences. 11:45Exploring why Nicola Bulley’s disappearance was one of the biggest UK news stories of 2023
| 11:00Jaega Wise considers the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the food industry. 11:45How privacy law stops journalists telling you everything they know
| 11:00Caroline Wheeler of The Sunday Times assesses the latest developments at Westminster. 11:30The daily challenges of living and working as a journalist amid divided communities.
| 11:00Leonard faces an emotional day, and Harrison reaches a crossroads.
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| 12:00 | 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Why most UK GPs will not now prescribe medicines for ADHD patients. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04How good a service are you getting from the NHS right now? 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Standing charges, vegan burgers and selling gold. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Evan gets tips on finding a new job and hears how the process of getting one has changed. 12:32Are smart scales really clever enough to tell you more than your weight? 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Concerns about grooming gangs have led to a debate on how we treat different ethnic groups 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04How will plans to provide free breakfast clubs in every primary school in England work? 12:301/8Andy Zaltzman returns for a new series of the topical panel quiz show. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:15The man trying to return Asda to its former glory. 12:305/6The multi-award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee. 12:57The latest weather forecast
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| 13:00 | 13:00Sir Keir Starmer addresses claims made by the Tesla boss about grooming gangs in the UK. 13:45Naomi Alderman explores the mind of Socrates, the original disruptor.
| 13:00We assess the Conservatives' claims about the scale of child abuse grooming gangs. 13:45Naomi Alderman explores the mind of the first US president, George Washington.
| 13:00Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment. 13:45Naomi Alderman explores the mind of the brilliant feminist pioneer, Mary Wollstonecraft.
| 13:00A Treasury minister has said there is 'no need for an emergency intervention'. 13:45Naomi Alderton explores the mind of Martin Luther, who inspired the Protestant Reformation
| 13:00LA residents survey damage as wildfires continue to burn. 13:45Naomi Alderman explores the mind of Malcolm X and his role in black nationalism in the US.
| 13:00The latest national and international news and weather reports from BBC Radio 4 13:10Alex Forsyth presents political debate from Trinity College, Oxford.
| 13:00After the rout of Iran's proxies, diplomats consider how to approach fresh nuclear talks. 13:30Canada has a proud history of immigration. Why do some now want to close its doors?
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| 14:00 | 14:00David receives some interesting information. 14:154/6Guy takes Hennikay to his school reunion, to relive the horrors of his childhood. 14:452/4Miss Marple's festive peace is about to be shattered at Gossington Hall.
| 14:00Brad has a confession to make. 14:15Right-hand man Joe realises just how little he knows about his rich Russian employer.
| 14:00Harrison finds himself in a delicate situation. 14:15Joe's out of his depth, as he's sucked into the world of his rich Russian employer.
| 14:00Leonard faces an emotional day. 14:15Joe realises how wrong he’s been, as his relationship to the Demidovs turns dangerous.
| 14:00Harrison reaches a crossroads. 14:153/5Cressida and Blu_Devil search for clues. 14:45Jack Boswell explores Finland's sisu - a powerful inner strength in times of struggle.
| 14:00Call Any Answers? to have your say on the big issues in the news this week. 14:45Emotions run high for Fallon.
| 14:00Kathy Clugston and the GQT team return to Midlothian to answer your gardening conundrums. 14:45John Yorke looks at Kate Atkinson’s debut novel, Behind the Scenes at the Museum.
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| 15:00 | 15:00Five time socialist presidential candidate Eugene Victor Debs picked by Reginald D Hunter. 15:30A wealthy young man severs ties with his family and embarks on a drastic new life.
| 15:00Josie Long presents short documentaries as the clock slips closer to midnight. 15:30Giles Fraser and guests explore why religion is such rich territory for comedy.
| 15:00We're live at a care home in Sheffield for a special programme on the cost of care. 15:30Aleks and Kevin don their deerstalkers and turn sleuth to ask "Can AI solve a murder?"
| 15:00Clare's 25th year of Ramblings begins with a student group hiking in Bakewell, Derbyshire 15:27Bill Bailey makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Good Vibrations 15:30Susie Dent joins Michael to talk about her lifelong fascination with words and languages.
| 15:00Kathy Clugston and the GQT team return to Midlothian to answer your gardening conundrums. 15:45An overcrowded yacht returning sailors home from the Great War is in trouble.
| 15:00Musical drama written by and starring Roland Gift about love, felony and betrayal.
| 15:002/3Bunty’s disappeared, but Ruby and her sisters are off to Whitby with an unexpected guest
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| 16:00 | 16:00Is cultural originality dead? Ben Chu investigates. 16:30Greg James is back in the BBC Archives, rooting around for audio gems.
| 16:00Alistair Heather explores the richness of modern Scots language poetry. 16:30The crazy tale that Karaoke was invented in Stockport and stolen by the Japanese.
| 16:00How journalists advised grooming gang prosecutors
| 16:00How new tariffs could affect the world economy during a second Trump presidency. 16:30What will happen in science this year?
| 16:00Matthew Bannister on a French politician, a food writer, a parliamentarian and a DJ. 16:30An elephant destined for fame, and a legacy that will echo in time.
| 16:00Girls groomed & raped by gangs are adamant the crime is still happening. We find out more.
| 16:00Jonathan Coe talks about his new novel and explores its connections to three other works. 16:303/13Paul Gambaccini chairs the music quiz with competitors from around the UK.
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| 17:00 | 17:00After nearly a decade in office, Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau steps down.
| 17:00Afternoon news and current affairs programme
| 17:00Los Angeles fire chiefs say there is zero chance of containing fires threatening the city.
| 17:00Sterling drops to its lowest level in over a year, while government borrowing costs rise.
| 17:00Donald Trump found guilty, but gets unconditional discharge
| 17:00Full coverage of the day's news. 17:30Are smart scales really clever enough to tell you more than your weight? 17:54The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 17:57The latest weather reports and forecast
| 17:00'Spray-on skin' was used to treat burns victims after bombings on the Indonesian island. 17:10Ian talks to Richard Dawkins, Gwyneth Lewis & Kate Fox - and introduces a new 'eartoon'. 17:54The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 17:57The latest weather reports and forecast
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| 18:00 | 18:00The prime minister accuses activists of "spreading lies" over grooming gangs. 18:305/6The multi-award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee.
| 18:00Disagreements continue about whether a new investigation is needed into grooming gangs. 18:301/4Living in limbo, cancer scan to scan, Janey’s still utterly fearless and darkly hilarious.
| 18:00Californian authorities say the fires are '0% contained'. 18:302/6Comedy about reincarnation starring Daniel Rigby, Ashley McGuire and Sindhu Vee.
| 18:00As the Pound slides against the Dollar, the government defends its economic plan. 18:30Comedian and gadget nerd Aurie Styla takes an autobiographical look at technology history.
| 18:00The US President-elect receives an unconditional discharge. 18:301/8Andy Zaltzman returns for a new series of the topical panel quiz show.
| 18:00Chancellor Rachel Reeves says deals worth £600 million were agreed on a visit to China. 18:15Clive Anderson and guests at the Trades Club in Hebden Bridge.
| 18:00Donald Trump has described the response of officials to the fires as "incompetent". 18:15Elizabeth Alker chooses audio highlights from across the BBC.
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| 19:00 | 19:00Brad has a confession to make. 19:15Nicole Kidman, Brian Eno, and the life and reputation of Herod.
| 19:00Harrison finds himself in a delicate situation. 19:15Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
| 19:00Leonard faces an emotional day. 19:15Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music
| 19:00Harrison reaches a crossroads. 19:15Review: Maria, A.L. Kennedy's Alive in the Merciful Country and Architecton.
| 19:00Emotions run high for Fallon. 19:15Ellen E Jones and Mark Kermode explore how therapists have been portrayed on screen.
| 19:00The man trying to return Asda to its former glory. 19:15Film director James Ivory on his most significant creative influences and experiences.
| 19:15In this sound-rich, tender meditation, Hana Walker Brown examines burnout. 19:45How this exercise trick could improve your balance, waistline and reduce lower back pain!
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| 20:00 | 20:00The government wants to end the sale of petrol cars by 2030. 20:30A presenter, a comedian and a neuroscientist walk into a tent in Wales...
| 20:00University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust faces a growing police investigation into poor care. 20:40Introducing Ed Holloway, the Macular Society's new CEO.
| 20:00Debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week's news stories.
| 20:00How journalists advised grooming gang prosecutors
| 20:00Alex Forsyth presents political debate from Trinity College, Oxford. 20:50Adam Gopnik reflects on light and dark in deepest January.
| 20:00How the BBC taught the world English through radio and television
| 20:00Susie Dent joins Michael to talk about her lifelong fascination with words and languages. 20:30Matthew Bannister on a French politician, a food writer, a parliamentarian and a DJ.
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| 21:00 | 21:001/2Of all murders in the 20th century, why does this one still captivate us 50 years on?
| 21:00How feminists in South Korea are being hunted down, attacked and sacked. 21:30Will Self meditates on his withdrawal from city life and the meaning of reclusion.
| 21:002/2Of all murders in the 20th Century, why does this one still captivate us 50 years on?
| 21:00Stuart Maconie at the Salford Lads Club with guests Blossoms, Rowetta, Graham Fellows 21:45The law firm founder on finding career clarity at the top of a mountain.
| 21:00From art to activism, campaigning to cabaret, Shahidha Bari asks when is enough enough?
| 21:00Debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week's news stories.
| 21:00How will plans to provide free breakfast clubs in every primary school in England work? 21:25Mariella Frostrup makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of MicroLoan Foundation 21:30The daily challenges of living and working as a journalist amid divided communities.
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| 22:00 | 22:00Yvette Cooper said she would implement key recommendations of the Alexis Jay inquiry 22:456/10Anne quickly takes to her new role as a Sailor Bonn aboard The Kingston.
| 22:00The president-elect also said he would consider using ‘economic force’ to annex Canada 22:457/10The Kingston docks at La Habana in search of spoils.
| 22:00Winds fanning the fires are hampering the efforts of the emergency services 22:458/10Captain Rackam makes a surprising announcement to his crew.
| 22:00LA fire chief says fires are most destructive natural disaster in history of Los Angeles 22:459/10The Willard attempts a raid on a French merchant vessel.
| 22:00The UK's terror watchdog tells us we should return British former jihadists. 22:4510/10Anne fears that her adventure might come to a tragic end.
| 22:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4 22:15Jaega Wise considers the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the food industry.
| 22:00Ben Wright and guests discuss the potential of AI, education reform and the UK economy.
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| 23:00 | 23:002/5A mysterious voice note takes Jess and Maya on a hunt to find an old friend. 23:30News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
| 23:00Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn try to take on their listeners' problems. 23:30Alicia McCarthy reports as MPs question housing secretary Angela Rayner.
| 23:00Comedian Ahir Shah explores 7 “social sins” listed in 1925 by not-comedian Mahatma Gandhi. 23:30Susan Hulme reports on the first Prime Minister's Questions of the year.
| 23:00Can democracy function with Elon Musk’s idea of free speech? 23:30Alicia McCarthy reports as MPs question the government about pressures on public finances.
| 23:00And the L.A. wildfires have already become political 23:30Sean Curran with the news and interviews from Westminster.
| 23:00Dara Ó Briain and Isy Suttie unravel a strange-but-true tale, with guest Rhys Nicholson. 23:302/13The general knowledge music quiz chaired by Paul Gambaccini
| 23:00Illuminated - Radio 4's home for creative documentaries that shed light on hidden worlds. 23:30Evan Davis speaks with the advertising legend about his career advice. 23:45An overcrowded yacht returning sailors home from the Great War is in trouble.
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