BBC Radio 4 LW Schedule Thursday 19 November 2009

LW Schedule

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Early
1. 00:00
  Midnight News—19/11/2009
  The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
2. 00:30
  Book of the Week—Stirred But Not Shaken: The Autobiography, Episode 3
  3/5Having set up his restaurant in Bristol, Keith agreed to film a cookery slot for local TV.
3. 00:48
  Shipping Forecast—19/11/2009
  The latest shipping forecast.
4. 01:00
  Selection of BBC World Service Programmes—19/11/2009
  BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
5. 05:20
  Shipping Forecast—19/11/2009
  The latest shipping forecast.
6. 05:30
  News Briefing—19/11/2009
  News from BBC Radio 4.
7. 05:43
  Prayer for the Day—19/11/2009
  Daily prayer and reflection with Philip Robinson.
8. 05:45
  Farming Today—19/11/2009
  Charlotte Smith hears why a UK agricultural research centre is facing major cuts.
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Morning
1. 06:00
  Today—19/11/2009
  Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day; Yesterday in Parliament.
2. 09:00
  In Our Time—Sparta
  Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the Ancient Greek city-state of Sparta.
3. 09:45
  Daily Service—19/11/2009
  Christian worship and music led by Rev Peter Whittaker.
4. 10:00
  Woman's Hour—Justine Roberts on the mums' vote; Tumble dryers v pegs
  Mumsnet co-founder Justine Roberts on why politicians are targeting mothers.
5. 11:00
  Crossing Continents—The Congo Connection
  Are Rwandans in France and Germany controlling a deadly African militia?
6. 11:30
  Oulipo
  Ben Schott investigates Oulipo, the French experimental literary group.
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Afternoon
1. 12:00
  News Headlines; Shipping Forecast—19/11/2009
  National and international news and the shipping forecast.
2. 12:04
  You and Yours—19/11/2009
  Consumer news and issues with Winifred Robinson.
3. 12:57
  Weather—19/11/2009
  The latest weather forecast.
4. 13:00
  World at One—19/11/2009
  National and international news with Shaun Ley.
5. 13:30
  Off the Page—Porky Pies
  Richard Wiseman, Ian Leslie and Michele Hanson seek out the truth about lies.
6. 14:00
  The Archers—18/11/2009
  Vicky is inspired.
7. 14:15
  Drama on 4—Ian Kershaw - Alan and Jean's Incredible Journey
  Alan and Jean Warburton decide to spend their holiday in their bedroom.(R)
8. 15:00
  Open Country—A Journey Through the New Forest
  Matt Baker discovers some alternative methods of transport in the New Forest.
9. 15:27
  Radio 4 Appeal—Ataxia-Telangiectasia Society
  Lian Yarlett appeals on behalf of Ataxia-Telangiectasia Society.
10. 15:30
  Shorts—Series 10, Miss Bell and Miss Heaton
  3/3By Janette Walkinshaw. Jane Bell has some difficult news for her best friend.
11. 15:45
  The Garden—Episode 4
  4/5Autumn arrives, and with it flocks of redwings and fieldfares. Narrated by Peter France.
12. 16:00
  Open Book—Frances Fyfield; John Cheever; San Francisco Reading Matter
  Mariella Frostrup talks to crime writer Frances Fyfield about her latest novel.
13. 16:30
  Material World—19/11/2009
  Quentin Cooper reports on new climate change research ahead of the Copenhagen summit.
14. 16:56
  1989: Day by Day—19th November 1989
  London ambulance workers continue their strike; New Kids on the Block reach number one.
15. 17:00
  PM—19/11/2009
  Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair.
16. 17:54
  Shipping Forecast—19/11/2009
  The latest shipping forecast.
17. 17:57
  Weather—19/11/2009
  The latest weather forecast.
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Evening
1. 18:00
  Six O'Clock News—19/11/2009
  National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
2. 18:30
  Bleak Expectations—Series 3, A Horrible Life Un-Ruined and Then Re-Ruined a Lot
  4/6In the depths of poverty, Pip finds his true calling and Harry makes a machine from moles.
3. 19:00
  The Archers—19/11/2009
  True colours?
4. 19:15
  Front Row—19/11/2009
  Ian Rankin on writing a graphic novel; Irish rock band Ash's A to Z of touring.
5. 19:45
  15 Minute Drama—Our Mutual Friend, Episode 9
  9/20John Rokesmith sets about straightening his very untidy life.
6. 20:00
  The Report—Cannabis Reclassification Row
  James Silver investigates the sacking of the government's chief drugs adviser.
7. 20:30
  The Bottom Line—19/11/2009
  Evan Davis and guests discuss creative accounting and office design.
8. 21:00
  Leading Edge—Astronomical Discoveries and Future Space Exploration
  Geoff Watts looks back on great astronomical discoveries and future space exploration.
9. 21:30
  In Our Time—Sparta
  Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the Ancient Greek city-state of Sparta.
10. 21:58
  Weather—19/11/2009
  Weather information.
11. 22:00
  The World Tonight—19/11/2009
  National and international news and analysis with Felicity Evans.
12. 22:45
  Book at Bedtime—The Glass Room, Episode 9
  9/10When the Landauers' train is stopped in Occupied France, Viktor faces a devastating loss.
13. 23:00
  Pick Ups—Series 2, Heroes and Villains
  6/6Will Simon de Vere call time on Irwell Cars? Will Dave choose Milan over Lower Broughton?
14. 23:30
  Today in Parliament—19/11/2009
  News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with David Wilby.
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Late
1. 00:00
  Midnight News—20/11/2009
  The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
2. 00:30
  Book of the Week—Stirred But Not Shaken: The Autobiography, Episode 4
  4/5Keith's television career is revived when his agent calls with a three-series deal.
3. 00:48
  Shipping Forecast—20/11/2009
  The latest shipping forecast.
4. 01:00
  Selection of BBC World Service Programmes—20/11/2009
  BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
5. 05:20
  Shipping Forecast—20/11/2009
  The latest shipping forecast.
6. 05:30
  News Briefing—20/11/2009
  News from BBC Radio 4.
7. 05:43
  Prayer for the Day—20/11/2009
  Daily prayer and reflection with Philip Robinson.
8. 05:45
  Farming Today—20/11/2009
  An EU ban on battery cages could mean imports of eggs from outside of Europe.

Friday 20 November 2009