| 00:00 | 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:151/2Novelist Sarah Hall goes in search of the literary Everywoman. 00:45Bells on Sunday comes from St Francis Xavier's Cathedral in Adelaide, Australia. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:301/5Sarfraz Manzoor's personal exploration of a divided Britain, and his hopes for the future. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:302/5Sarfraz Manzoor reflects on his decision to marry. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:303/5Sarfraz Manzoor on anti-Islamic prejudice and hostility. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:304/5Sarfraz Manzoor examines his perceptions of Muslim and non-Muslim values. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:305/5Sarfraz Manzoor's daughter has a tough question about belonging. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
| 00:00The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4. 00:15Reflections on the modern pioneers of the environmental movement. Today, David McTaggart. 00:30A magical story about aging and unwanted pests. 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 | 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping. 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4 05:43A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Bishop Helen-Ann Hartley 05:45How can you make rare and native livestock breeds pay? 05:56The latest weather forecast for farmers. 05:58Natural history writer, speaker and tour leader Dominic Couzens reveals the moorhen.
| 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 begin the day with Bishop Helen-Ann Hartley 05:45Plans to release beavers into the wild in England are to be set out by the UK government. 05:58Michael Palin presents the avian record breaking ostrich in the Kalahari Desert
| 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 begin the day with Bishop Helen-Ann Hartley 05:45Should pop-up campsites in Wales be registered to monitor the pressure on rural areas? 05:58Miranda Krestovnikoff presents the world's most numerous bird: red-billed quelea.
| 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 begin the day with Bishop Helen-Ann Hartley 05:45Charlotte Smith presents the latest installment of Ragwortgate. 05:58Chris Packham presents the wedge-tailed shearwater of the Indian and Pacific oceans.
| 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 begin the day with Bishop Helen-Ann Hartley 05:45Is employing prisoners the answer to the backlog of pigs and a shortage of chicken? 05:58Sir David Attenborough presents the superb lyrebird of eastern Australia.
| 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 begin the day with Vishva Samani 05:45Jessica Barker argues that we should rediscover overlooked sculptures of women.
| 05:20The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping. 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4 05:43Bells on Sunday comes from the detached tower of All Saints, Inveraray, in Argyll 05:45Mark Coles profiles Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, political leader of the Taliban.
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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. 06:07Helen Mark explores the narrow strip of sea between Scotland and Northern Ireland. 06:30Labour shortages in processing mean a backlog of pigs on farms - are prisoners the answer? 06:57The latest weather reports and forecast
| 06:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4 06:05Jahnavi Harrison examines the power of mantras to draw reciters closer to the divine. 06:35Verity Sharp visits Torth y Tir, the UK's first 'peasant bakery'. 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. 07:10William Crawley looks at the ethical and religious issues of the week. 07:54Volunteer Katie Pennick makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Attitude is Everything 07:57The latest weather reports and forecast
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| 08:00 | | | | | | | 08:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers. 08:10A smaller Greenbelt Festival seeks a future better balanced world of hope and justice. 08:48Zoe Strimpel argues that it's time to wean ourselves off TV as a coping mechanism. 08:58Actor Samuel West remembers one of his proudest birdwatching moments for Tweet of the Day.
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| 09:00 | 09:00Chineke! Chamber Ensemble invites us to a rehearsal of Schubert's much-loved Trout Quintet 09:30Would you get in a driverless car? Isabel Hardman explores our troubled faith in science 09:45Christian worship with a Bible reading prayer and music led by Anna Putt.
| 09:00Sangita Myska asks if local energy projects are the solution to reducing household bills. 09:30Anna Freeman speaks to escape artist Miranda Allen. 09:45Christian worship with a Bible reading prayer and music led by Andrew Graystone.
| 09:00Clarke Peters concludes his stories of black music from the late 1970s to the present day. 09:30Jessica Barker argues that we should rediscover overlooked sculptures of women. 09:45Christian worship with a Bible reading prayer and music led by Rev Sharon Grenham-Thompson
| 09:00John Harris talks to people in Swansea about their lives and how they see the future. 09:303/5Stories of the people behind the calls at the heart of Any Questions and Any Answers. 09:45Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music, led by Rev Michaela Youngson.
| 09:00Kirsty Wark reunites witnesses to what happened in Tiananmen Square in June 1989. 09:45Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Leslie Griffiths.
| 09:00Sara Dallin and Keren Woodward of Bananarama and the Inheritance Tracks of Lynda La Plante
| 09:00News with Paddy O'Connell including latest from Afghanistan and rock's greatest drum beats
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| 10:00 | 10:00Listener Week: Women and trades, Afghanistan, Stealthing, Dumping a friend
| 10:00Memories in the attic; Afghan safe houses; Food and climate; ME and Covid; Neanderthals
| 10:00Listener Week: Climate anxiety, protesting and economic sustainability with Kate Raworth. 10:25TEST MATCH SPECIAL: England v India. Commentary on the Third Test from Headingley.
| 10:00Parental alienation, Afghan judges, being average, women vets, Lady Evelyn Cobbold 10:45TEST MATCH SPECIAL: England v India. Commentary on the Third Test from Headingley.
| 10:00Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire. 10:45TEST MATCH SPECIAL: England v India. Commentary on the Third Test from Headingley.
| 10:30Greg Jenner and his guests limber up for a trip to the Ancient Olympics. 10:45TEST MATCH SPECIAL: England v India. Commentary on the Third Test from Headingley.
| 10:00Ben attempts to do the right thing and Susan fears the worst.
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| 11:00 | 11:00Philip Price asks why some pensioners live in poverty despite working their whole lives. 11:30Clive Anderson and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
| 11:001/2Will China’s ambitions in space, quantum & biotech lead it to science super-power status? 11:30The untold story of black sci-fi and its role in redefining the present and the future.
| | | | | 11:00Pioneering women's footballers recall the end of their 50 year ban. 11:45How sunbathing can improve your heart, mood and immune system. With Mehreen Baig.
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| 12:00 | 12:00The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 12:041/101/10. Set in the Scottish Highlands, James Robertson’s novel is read by Phyllis Logan. 12:18Manchester Pride is this weekend, the first big pride festival to go ahead this year. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 12:042/102/10. In 1809, Gibb arrives in Glen Conach. Read by Mark Bonnar. 12:18What's it like travelling abroad this summer? 12:57The latest weather forecast
| | | | | 12:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 12:045/7Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 12:32Sheila Dillon and Michael Rosen consider the power and persuasion of food language. 12:57The latest weather forecast
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| 13:00 | 13:00Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment, with Sarah Montague 13:45A cheap and simple idea to turn the heat of the sun into hot showers for the world
| 13:00Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment, with Sarah Montague 13:45Giant fans suck in fresh Alpine air and remove the carbon dioxide. Is this our future?
| | | | 13:30Chris Mason presents political debate and discussion from the Stroud Subscription Rooms.
| 13:00Jonny Dymond looks at the week’s big stories from both home and around the world. 13:30Fi Glover presents conversations on food, the name Karen and having Parkinson's Disease.
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| 14:00 | 14:15Leni Riefenstahl drama about artistic obsession by Colin Shindler.
| 14:00The Aldridge family attempt a compromise. 14:15Return of the popular legal series starring David Schofield.
| | | | 14:00Have your say on the issues discussed on Any Questions? 14:455/5Ann Widdecombe zooms forward to the making of manners in cyberspace.
| 14:00Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts chaired by Kathy Clugston. 14:45Reflections on the modern pioneers of the environmental movement. Today, David McTaggart.
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| 15:00 | 15:00The nationwide general knowledge contest, chaired by Russell Davies 15:30Dan Saladino tells the story of one of Britain's oldest and most popular biscuits.
| 15:00Josie Long presents short documentaries about gaming. 15:30Jordan Lee hopes to rebuild trust and counter vaccine hesitancy in his Bradford community.
| | | | 15:003/3Prince Amerigo and Charlotte's betrayal is exposed. Stars Luke Pasqualino.
| 15:001/2Tanya Moodie, Nicola Coughlan and Ray Fearon star in a dark, scandalously funny classic.
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| 16:00 | 16:00Every minute of every day, a musician is playing Bach’s music somewhere in the world. 16:30Ernie Rea takes a look at the religious themes in Harry Potter.
| 16:00Michael Rosen gets advice from Erica Dhawan on the best ways to communicate on-screen. 16:30The anti-colonial writer and psychiatrist from Martinique is the choice of Lindsay Johns
| | | | 16:00A celebration of being average.
| 16:00Johny Pitts explores the 20s with Alison MacLeod, Bill Goldstein, James Clammer & Jo Hamya 16:30David Almond argues that more European children's books should be translated into English
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| 17:00 | 17:00Afternoon news and current affairs programme. 17:54The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 17:00Afternoon news and current affairs programme. 17:54The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| | | | 17:00Full coverage of the day's news 17:30What is the business case for desiging accessible goods and services for disabled people? 17:54The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping. 17:57The latest weather reports and forecast
| 17:00BBC journalist Nga Pham investigates people-smuggling from her country into the UK. 17:40Mark Coles profiles Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, political leader of the Taliban. 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 Taliban say there will be consequences if the US and allies stay longer than Aug 31st 18:305/7Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game.
| 18:00The Rolling Stones drummer, Charlie Watts, has died at the age of eighty. 18:302/2Darren Harriott examines the world of modern dating and dating apps.
| 18:502/6Comedian Ken Cheng recalls school, nerds and the internet.
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| 18:00Britain's final evacuation flight purely for Afghan civilians has left Kabul airport 18:15Clive Anderson and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
| 18:00Almost two decades of British military presence in Afghanistan come to an end 18:15Katie Thistleton chooses the best of BBC audio this week.
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| 19:00 | 19:00The Aldridge family attempt a compromise. 19:15American conductor Kalena Bovell makes her Proms debut with Chineke! Orchestra this week. 19:45A profile of Indira Gandhi, India's first woman prime minister
| 19:00Chris tries to save the day. 19:15David Hepworth on the late Charlie Watts, Natalya Romaniw on preparing to play Tosca. 19:45Sunil Khilnani explores the life and work of filmmaker Satyajit Ray.
| 19:00Ben attempts to do the right thing. 19:15Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood on life in The Rolling Stones. 19:45A profile of Charan Singh, champion of the cause of India's farmers
| 19:15Jason deCaires Taylor on his new underwater museum Musan, built off the coast of Cyprus. 19:45A portrait of the controversial Indian artist MF Husain.
| 19:00Paula Hawkins, Nia DaCosta, Our Ladies film review, and paralympic dressage music. 19:45A profile of the Indian business tycoon Dhirubhai Ambani
| 19:00Mark Coles profiles Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, political leader of the Taliban. 19:15The Poet Laureate Simon Armitage talks to HRH Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales.
| 19:00Justin announces his grand plan 19:153/4Playwright Michael Frayn’s masterfully comic ideas portrayed by a stellar ensemble. 19:452/5By Nick Walker. Newly-released from prison, Kieran wants to apologise to Gina.
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| 20:00 | 20:004/4Ian Hislop explores the story and legacy of four great Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms of England. 20:30The story of Lal Bihari who was told he was dead, when he was not.
| 20:00BBC journalist Nga Pham investigates people-smuggling from her country into the UK. 20:40The 2020 Paralympic Games are underway! We bring you coverage from Tokyo.
| 20:00Two strangers meet to share a common experience, and their differences. They bring a gift. 20:45Jessica Barker argues that we should rediscover overlooked sculptures of women.
| 20:00How is HS2 progressing and are spiralling costs threatening its completion? 20:30How did Musk’s childhood shape the ideas of ‘Muskism’?
| 20:00Chris Mason presents political debate and discussion from the Stroud Subscription Rooms. 20:50Zoe Strimpel argues that it's time to wean ourselves off TV as a coping mechanism.
| 20:00Joss Ackland narrates a search through BBC archives for unheard gems from JRR Tolkien.
| 20:00Radio 4's forum for comments, queries, criticisms and congratulations. 20:30Matthew Bannister on a drummer, a Labour MP, a composer and a comedian.
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| 21:00 | 21:00Comedian Jon Long and Biologist Gillian Burke tackle green issues in this enviro-comedy. 21:30Chineke! Chamber Ensemble invites us to a rehearsal of Schubert's much-loved Trout Quintet
| 21:002/3V&A Director Tristram Hunt explores the politics of the museum. 21:30Sangita Myska asks if local energy projects are the solution to reducing household bills.
| 21:00Anna is branded a terf when she gets involved in the toxic debate around trans rights. 21:30Why are there so many reboots on TV?
| 21:00Is time running out to trace the origins of the pandemic? 21:30John Harris talks to people in Swansea about their lives and how they see the future.
| 21:00Tom Heap presents five more carbon-busting ideas to halt climate change
| 21:008/8As the rebel army approaches the city, Gregor must confront the truth about his past. 21:45Juliet Stevenson continues Daisy Johnson's series of deliciously chilling ghost stories.
| 21:004/4Felicity Hannah chairs a discussion asking what will Covid cost the nation’s economy. 21:25Volunteer Katie Pennick makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Attitude is Everything 21:30Sandi has to learn to make a lute by herself for the first time since her partner died.
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| 22:00 | 22:00Thousands of people still desperate to be flown out of Kabul 22:451/101/10. Set in the Scottish Highlands, James Robertson’s novel is read by Phyllis Logan.
| 22:00White House describes the operation as "on pace" 22:452/102/10. In 1809, Gibb arrives in Glen Conach. Read by Mark Bonnar.
| 22:00Secretary of State says US trying to reach 1000 Americans still there 22:453/103/10. Gibb receives a visit from Jessie Milne. Read by Mark Bonnar.
| 22:00Islamic State group claims responsibility – more than 60 dead 22:454/104/10. Gibb decides to blackmail Jessie. Read by Mark Bonnar.
| 22:00Foreign Office confirms 2 Brits are amongst the dead 22:455/105/10. Young Lachie sees the ghost again. Read by Phyllis Logan.
| 22:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4 22:15Two strangers meet to share a common experience, and their differences. They bring a gift.
| 22:00Radio 4's Sunday night political discussion programme.
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| 23:00 | 23:00Michael Rosen on why personal names are mistaken or misspelled, in conversation and online 23:309/14Ray Davies talks to John Wilson about the Kinks albums 'Lola' and 'Muswell Hillbillies'.
| 23:00Fi and Jane are joined by American novelist Anne Tyler. 23:3010/14Ray Davies take on questions about two classic Kinks' albums, Lola and Muswell Hillbillies
| 23:001/4Einstein's wife Mileva, the Curie power couple and a charlatan. 23:15Is it important to get someone's pronoun right? 23:3011/14Corinne Bailey Rae returns to her second album, The Sea, and plays tracks from it live.
| 23:001/4Stoneybridge Town Council prepares to receive the town's first ever tourist. 23:3012/14The audience asks the questions as Corinne Bailey Rae talks about her album, The Sea.
| 23:00The anti-colonial writer and psychiatrist from Martinique is the choice of Lindsay Johns 23:30'I let the confidence in myself be shaken.'
| 23:00The nationwide general knowledge contest, chaired by Russell Davies 23:303/3Cecilia Knapp talks to poets from coastal towns and cities around Britain.
| 23:00Hossein Amini on De Niro and Pacino in Heat. 23:30Jahnavi Harrison examines the power of mantras to draw reciters closer to the divine.
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