| 00:00 | 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:15The police set a trap for M3, but will their plan to catch Muriel's kidnapper succeed? 00:45Bells on Sunday comes from the parish church of St Mary the Virgin Bishops Cannings. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:30Antonia Quirke dissects some of the life-changing scenes that define cinema. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:30Antonia Quirke dissects some of the life-changing scenes that define cinema. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:30Antonia Quirke dissects some of the life-changing scenes that define cinema. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:30Antonia Quirke dissects some of the life-changing scenes that define cinema. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:30Antonia Quirke dissects some of the life-changing scenes that define cinema. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:15Wendy Erskine talks about her new novel and explores its connections to three other works. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
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| 01:00 | 01:00A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.
| 01:00A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.
| 01:00A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.
| 01:00A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.
| 01:00A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.
| 01:00A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.
| 01:00A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.
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| 05:00 | 05:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:04Alicia McCarthy reports as MPs decide whether to approve a bill to allow assisted dying. 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43The sound of the corncrake inspires Professor of Public Folklore, Mairéad Nic Craith. 05:45Agricultural graduates, sustainable livestock trial, Scottish meat. 05:57The latest weather reports and forecasts for farmers
| 05:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:04Susan Hulme reports as foreign secretary David Lammy tells Iran to 'dial this thing down'. 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43The sound of a manual typewriter inspires writer and broadcaster Anna Magnusson. 05:45Work starts on the new National Biosecurity Centre to tackle animal disease.
| 05:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:04Sean Curran reports as David Lammy faced questions about the American strikes on Iran. 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43The sound of silence inspires Fr Philip Blackledge of Holy Trinity Church, Melrose. 05:45The Climate Change Committee report shows little progress on emissions from agriculture.
| 05:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:04News, views and features on yesterday's stories in Parliament 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43The music of Robert Carver inspires teacher of literature and religion Linden Bicket. 05:45Inheritance tax review, Hoads Wood, weather forecasting, agriculture students.
| 05:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:04Sean Curran reports as the prime minister updates MPs about the G7 and Nato summits. 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43The sound of wild geese brings inspiration to Quaker and author Alastair McIntosh. 05:45Tree planting, dairy farmers, English olive oil.
| 05:30National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Mariama Ifode-Blease 05:45Lullabies might seem soft, but what are the hidden powers and potential of music?
| 05:30National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43Bells on Sunday comes from St Dingad’s Church in Llandovery, Carmarthenshire 05:45In Touch provides detail on what the new Benefits Bill means for the visually impaired.
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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 news headlines, including a look at the newspapers. 06:07A veteran of multiple Camino pilgrimages tells Clare what keeps drawing him back to Spain 06:30Climate Change Committee report shows little progress on agricultural emissions. 06:57The latest weather reports and forecast
| 06:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4 06:05How propaganda in Russia has intensified since the war in Ukraine. 06:35Somerset farm making pasture fed cattle pay by selling the beef in their own restaurant. 06:57The latest weather reports and forecast
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| 07:00 | | | | | | 07:00Including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
| 07:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 07:10A look at the ethical and religious issues of the week 07:54Beneficiary Kwaku Acheampong makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Hear Me Out 07:57The latest weather reports and forecast
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| 08:00 | | | | | | | 08:00The news headlines, including a look at the newspapers. 08:10A service of choral matins from the Queen's College, Oxford. 08:48In 2015, Khalil Hariri risked his life to save centuries-old archaeology in Syria. 08:58For Amy-Jane Beer, the reed warbler is a superstar DJ scratching a hypnotic blend of sound
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| 09:00 | 09:00Tom Sutcliffe talks to Marina Warner, Oliver Basciano and Fergus Butler-Gallie. 09:45Lucy Easthope explores the history of risk.
| 09:00Jonathan Freedland takes the Long View of conflict over valuable resources. 09:30Claudia Hammond hosts the All in the Mind Awards ceremony from the BBC Radio Theatre.
| 09:00Plus, nuclear enrichment numbers, Curtice on Curtis and Viking economics. 09:308/9Joe follows the opening of a public memorial and engages with a private reckoning.
| 09:00Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss this ubiquitous mythical creature. 09:45Helen returns as we discuss the topic described by Farage as 'The New Brexit'; Net Zero.
| 09:00Norma Percy, film-maker, shares the soundtrack of her life with Lauren Laverne.
| 09:00Nikki Bedi and Kiri Pritchard-McLean share extraordinary stories with remarkable people.
| 09:00The government partners with supermarkets in the battle against obesity
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| 10:00 | 10:00Grooming survivor Jade on child criminal records being quashed.
| 10:00Baroness Gabby Bertin on the Independent Pornography Review Taskforce.
| 10:00The legendary war reporter and news anchor on her new podcast with her ex-husband.
| 10:00New figures show a rise in care plans for SEND in England. We look at the impact.
| 10:00Musican, songwriter & actress Self Esteem speaks to Anita ahead of her peformance tonight
| 10:0013/13Hannah Fry and Dara Ó Briain discover that crows are exceptionally clever. 10:30Stories about a piece of light music which became interwoven with the Shipping Forecast.
| 10:00Sir Gregory Doran, theatre director, shares the soundtrack fo his life with Lauren Laverne
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| 11:00 | 11:003/3Misha Glenny on Hungary's dramatic and tragic history in two world wars. 11:45Antonia Quirke dissects some of the life-changing scenes that define cinema.
| 11:00Anna Lapwood and Andrew Roachford add five tracks in this 100th episode. 11:45Antonia Quirke dissects some of the life-changing scenes that define cinema.
| 11:00The social media get-rich-quick gurus seemingly impervious to criticism and accountability 11:40Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life. 11:45Antonia Quirke dissects some of the life-changing scenes that define cinema.
| 11:00Author Katherine Rundell reveals her cultural influences and inspirations. 11:45Antonia Quirke dissects some of the life-changing scenes that define cinema.
| 11:00Leyla Kazim investigates the rise of the olive grove on English farms. 11:45Antonia Quirke dissects some of the life-changing scenes that define cinema.
| 11:00Ben Riley-Smith of The Daily Telegraph assesses the latest developments at Westminster. 11:30Many Iranians fled to Turkey after Israel's attacks but are unsure about returning home.
| 11:00The past returns to haunt Kenton, and Will attempts to look on the bright side.
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| 12:00 | 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Man at centre of pensions scandal sentenced to seven years in prison. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Do you think your vet is value for money? 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Can you afford to buy a car? The average used car costs almost £3000 more than in 2021. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04An aspect of some jobs that many dread, and some top tips on getting it right. 12:32Why did the DIY chain Homebase have to close all of its stores? 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Whales have been protected from hunting for 40 years. Have they recovered from us? 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04The teachers facing long delays over their pension scheme. 12:303/6Satirical impressions from the team headed up by Jon Culshaw and Jan Ravens. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:15Multi-BRIT and Grammy award-winning pop star who’s headlining Glastonbury this weekend. 12:305/6A mysterious illness plagues Scunthorpe Steelworks. 12:57The latest weather forecast
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| 13:00 | 13:00News, analysis and comment from BBC Radio 4 13:4511/20The 1945 election was fought and decided over two main issues: demobilisation and housing.
| 13:00The US president swears after declaring Middle East ceasefire just hours earlier. 13:4512/20With the creation of the Arts Council in 1945, on-going state patronage of the arts began.
| 13:00Nato leaders meet amid questions over President Trump's commitment to the alliance. 13:4513/20Between the Yalta and Potsdam conferences, everything changed.
| 13:00Ayatollah Khamenei’s first comments since US bombing. 13:4514/20Both main parties supported the United Nations, but they disagreed about what that meant.
| 13:00News, analysis and comment from BBC Radio 4 13:4515/20In 1945, Britain was the most indebted country in the world.
| 13:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 13:10Alex Forsyth presents political debate from Doveridge Village Hall in Derbyshire.
| 13:00What challenges await Sir Keir Starmer for his second year in power? 13:30Are the actions of a climate campaigner heroic self-sacrifice or reckless fanaticism?
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| 14:00 | 14:156/6Joanna plans a party in moving house week. 14:454/5A former pop star receives an unexpected invitation to perform an old hit.
| 14:00The past returns to haunt Kenton. 14:151/2Brian Cox stars in series 3 of the drama by David Ashton, set in San Francisco in 1849.
| 14:00Jolene has serious concerns. 14:152/7Contemporary series of dramas that look at society through the lens of sex.
| 14:00Brian throws down the gauntlet. 14:15Catholic Joan will stop at nothing to save the son accused of murder.
| 14:00Will attempts to look on the bright side. 14:15Rogue armies, a 'mystic nut', morale-boosting nurses. 14:45Lullabies might seem soft, but what are the hidden powers and potential of music?
| 14:05Listeners respond to the issues raised in the preceding edition of Any Questions? 14:45Kenton makes a terrible mistake.
| 14:00Peter Gibbs and the GQT panel wander the grounds of Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire. 14:45John Yorke takes a look at The Girls of Slender Means by Muriel Spark.
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| 15:00 | 15:00Composer Xantoné Blacq and actor Harry Trevaldwyn discuss books with Harriett Gilbert. 15:3012/13Hannah Fry and Dara Ó Briain probe the science of memory.
| 15:00Lucy Worsley meets the Fox sisters, Victorian spirit mediums - or were they? 15:30How propaganda in Russia has intensified since the war in Ukraine.
| 15:00Three in ten households are made up of people living alone but how much more does it cost? 15:30Aleks and Kevin explore the risks and benefits of using AI as a support for mental health.
| 15:00A veteran of multiple Camino pilgrimages tells Clare what keeps drawing him back to Spain 15:27Zoologist Mark Carwardine makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Rainforest Trust. 15:30Andrea Catherwood speaks to a BBC commissioner about your views on What's Up Docs?
| 15:00Peter Gibbs and the GQT panel wander the grounds of Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire. 15:45Catrin struggles to enjoy a stolen weekend in Paris with her younger lover.
| 15:00First radio production of David Mamet's incendiary drama. With very strong language.
| 15:001945. London. A group of bright young women brace for the future as the world finds peace
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| 16:00 | 16:00The daily realities and private thoughts of a young woman living through war. 16:307/7Jay Rayner and the panel are in Bath answering questions on cheese and bain marie cooking.
| 16:00Roger McGough talks to French British poet Pascale Petit. 16:30Chris and Xand explore the health claims behind smiling for a Hay Festival special.
| 16:00David Yelland and Simon Lewis explain why 'being yourself' might just be a terrible idea. 16:15Jimmy Lai - political prisoner latest, The Wargame Podcast, Tattle Life gossip site.
| 16:00David Aaronovitch and guests consider the implications of the Israel Iran conflict. 16:30The science behind US attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites.
| 16:00Matthew Bannister on a director, an actor, an architect and a cricketer. 16:30Plus, nuclear enrichment numbers, Curtice on Curtis and Viking economics.
| 16:20New figures show a rise in care plans for SEND in England. We look at the impact.
| 16:00Madeleine Thien speaks about her new novel and explores its links to three other works. 16:30The contest of lateral thinking and cryptic connections, chaired by Kirsty Lang. 8/12
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| 17:00 | 17:00News and current affairs, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines
| 17:00Donald Trump has asked Israel to 'calm down' and hold the ceasefire with Iran
| 17:00President Trump says Nato spending pledge is a 'big win for the US'.
| 17:00Two Metropolitan Police officers who strip-searched a teenager committed gross misconduct.
| 17:00Prime Minister Kier Starmer amends the Welfare Reform Bill in the face of a rebellion.
| 17:00Full coverage of the day's news 17:30A Republican Congressman outlines the values that lie behind his conservative politics. 17:54The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 17:57The latest weather reports and forecast
| 17:00On 1 July 2015, Cecil, a popular lion, was shot in Zimbabwe by an American trophy hunter 17:10Forrest Gander, Laurie Bolger, SJ Fowler and Rachel Segal Hamilton. 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 operation has been called Annunciation of Victory 18:305/6A mysterious illness plagues Scunthorpe Steelworks.
| 18:00Mr Trump earlier accused both sides of violating the truce 18:301/6Paul Merton talks to Chris McCausland about his pet hates and worst nightmares.
| 18:00They have agreed a target of 5% of GDP by 2035 18:30Mob moss mums and helicopter parenting.
| 18:00The Prime Minister is trying to fend off a revolt 18:30Does the end of the series mean the end of the world? With Sir James Cleverly
| 18:00Sir Keir Starmer describes his U-turn on welfare reforms as "striking the right balance". 18:303/6Satirical impressions from the team headed up by Jon Culshaw and Jan Ravens.
| 18:00People gather in Tehran for the state funeral of soldiers and scientists killed by Israel 18:15Clive Anderson and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
| 18:00Israel orders people in Gaza to move towards areas where recent airstrikes have occurred 18:15Kathy Caton presents a selection of the best bits of audio across the BBC.
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| 19:00 | 19:00The past returns to haunt Kenton. 19:15Brad Pitt's F1, Erik Satie at 100, and a museum bringing history to life
| 19:00Jolene has serious concerns. 19:15Billy Porter discusses his new play the Bitter Earth, and a look ahead to Glastonbury.
| 19:00Brian throws down the gauntlet. 19:15UK culture secretary LIsa Nandy on the government's Creative Industries Sector Plan.
| 19:00Will attempts to look on the bright side. 19:15We review the RA's Kiefer/Van Gogh exhibition, and new film From Hilde, with Love.
| 19:00Kenton makes a terrible mistake. 19:15Debbie Wiseman and Ben Gernon add the final five tracks of the series.
| 19:00Multi-BRIT and Grammy award-winning pop star who’s headlining Glastonbury this weekend. 19:15Author Katherine Rundell reveals her cultural influences and inspirations.
| 19:00Clarrie is unsure where to turn. 19:15An atmospheric gathering storm of a documentary explores our language for naming the wind. 19:45How volunteering could lower your cholesterol and help you stay healthy for longer.
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| 20:00 | 20:00Should the UK seek closer diplomatic and trade links with China? 20:30We investigate the role our forests are playing in offsetting carbon emissions.
| 20:00The social media get-rich-quick gurus seemingly impervious to criticism and accountability 20:40In Touch provides detail on what the new Benefits Bill means for the visually impaired.
| 20:00Live debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week's news stories.
| 20:00David Yelland and Simon Lewis explain why 'being yourself' might just be a terrible idea. 20:15Jimmy Lai - political prisoner latest, The Wargame Podcast, Tattle Life gossip site.
| 20:00Alex Forsyth presents political debate from Doveridge Village Hall in Derbyshire. 20:55Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
| 20:00John Simpson looks back at the dictators he's met: the mad, the malign and the meek.
| 20:00Andrea Catherwood speaks to a BBC commissioner about your views on What's Up Docs? 20:30Matthew Bannister on a director, an actor, an architect and a cricketer.
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| 21:00 | 21:00Tom Sutcliffe talks to Marina Warner, Oliver Basciano and Fergus Butler-Gallie. 21:455/5Visits to the areas from the Shipping Forecast: Dogger, Irish Sea, Wight, Lundy and Forth.
| 21:00How the world's top Bible museum became embroiled in a scandal over thousands of artefacts 21:30What really happens when cyber criminals hold a business to ransom?
| 21:00Jonathan Freedland takes the Long View of conflict over valuable resources. 21:30Claudia Hammond hosts the All in the Mind Awards ceremony from the BBC Radio Theatre.
| 21:00Nihal Arthanayake and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. 21:45Helen returns as we discuss the topic described by Farage as 'The New Brexit'; Net Zero.
| 21:00Anne McElvoy explores the visibility of Catholic and Christian faith in politics & culture
| 21:00Live debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week's news stories.
| 21:00The teachers facing long delays over their pension scheme. 21:25Beneficiary Kwaku Acheampong makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Hear Me Out 21:30Many Iranians fled to Turkey after Israel's attacks but are unsure about returning home.
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| 22:00 | 22:00Trump calls Iranian response to US strike "very weak" and urges further negotiations 22:451/5Dostoevsky's evocative novella. A tale of love and loneliness in 19thC St Petersburg.
| 22:00Early ceasefire violations provoked angry rebuke from US President Donald Trump 22:452/5Dostoevsky's short, passionate St Petersburg tale. The Second Night.
| 22:00We ask a UK defence minister where the extra defence cash will come from. 22:453/5Dostoevsky's passionate St Petersburg novella. Nastenka's story.
| 22:00BBC understands cuts to benefits will only affect future claimants 22:454/5Dostoevsky's tale of love and longing in St Petersburg. The Third Night.
| 22:00The US-backed aid group defends work after killings of Palestinians near its sites. 22:455/5The final part of Dostoevsky's tale of love and loneliness in 19th-century St Petersburg.
| 22:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 22:15Leyla Kazim investigates the rise of the olive grove on English farms.
| 22:00Helen Catt and guests discuss Labour's welfare rebellion and its first year in government.
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| 23:00 | 23:003/4Charles is appearing in Hamlet and Ophelia is dead – for real. 23:30Sean Curran reports as the foreign secretary briefs MPs on the US air strikes on Iran.
| 23:00A special episode of Uncanny, recorded live at the Hay Festival 2025. 23:30Susan Hulme reports as MPs discuss the situation in the Middle East and defence spending.
| 23:0010/10How many political podcasts does it take to fill the Royal Albert Hall? 23:15Jayde Adams and Ivo Graham dive into the feisty world of community apps and messageboards. 23:30Sean Curran reports on Prime Minister's Questions - minus the Prime Minister.
| 23:00Why our schools don’t work for Britain’s troubled children. 23:30Susan Hulme reports as the Prime Minister tells MPs he'll talk to Labour's welfare rebels.
| 23:00Why New York's mayoral race affects the rest of America 23:30Alicia McCarthy reports from Westminster on the history of parliamentary rebellions.
| 23:00Does the end of the series mean the end of the world? With Sir James Cleverly 23:30The contest of lateral thinking and cryptic connections, chaired by Kirsty Lang. 7/12
| 23:00Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss this ubiquitous mythical creature. 23:45Catrin struggles to enjoy a stolen weekend in Paris with her younger lover.
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