BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule Saturday 19 August 2017

Schedule

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Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Late

Early
1. 00:00
  Bruce Bedford - The Gibson—Episode 5
  5/6Saul and Elise make a grim discovery in the nursing home.
2. 00:30
  Soul Music—A Shropshire Lad
  Exploring the emotional impact of George Butterworth's rhapsody inspired by the Great War.
3. 01:00
  A Case for Dr Morelle—1. Alarm Call
  1/13The psychiatrist-sleuth investigates the mysterious death of wealthy French baroness.
4. 01:30
  Looking for Ruritania
  Tony Hawks investigates why he has heard so much about a country that doesn't exist.
5. 02:00
  Book at Bedtime—Sarah Dunant - Blood and Beauty, Episode 10
  10/10Juan's arrogance causes mayhem, and Cesare tries to comfort his sister.
6. 02:15
  Me, My Selfie and I: Aimee Fuller's Generation Game—Episode 5
  5/5Aimee describes how she will be using social media on her way to the next Winter Olympics.
7. 02:30
  15 Minute Drama—Edith Wharton - Ethan Frome, Episode 5
  5/5Mattie and Ethan take desperate measures not to be separated.
8. 02:45
  Richard Ingrams - The Life and Adventures of William Cobbett—Episode 5
  5/5Cobbett's time is nearly up, but there's merriment even on his death bed.
9. 03:00
  Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 5
  5/5Arthur is struck by disaster, and Mrs Clennam is finally forced into revealing the secret.
10. 04:00
  Who Goes There?—Series 6, Episode 3
  3/6Martin Young's famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen and Fred Housego. From 2002.
11. 04:30
  Gush—Episode 6
  6/6Cravate and Pomeroy achieve freedom, but soon find themselves on a collision course.
12. 05:00
  Safety Catch—Series 1, Whatever Happened to the Unlikely Lad?
  4/4Arms dealer Simon dreads his school reunion, but could he end up the coolest kid in class?
13. 05:30
  28 Dates Later
  Shona and best friend Kristen tackle the tricky world of romance and dating.
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Morning
1. 06:00
  Willy Russell - Educating Rita
  The sparky and touching tale of a working-class student and her alcohol-fuelled tutor.
2. 07:30
  The Art of Monarchy—Magnificence
  4/8How the monarchy expresses power with displays of wealth and status.
3. 08:00
  Archive on 4—A Brief History of Blame
  Satirist Joe Queenan reveals that the search for someone to blame is always successful.
4. 09:00
  Up the Workers
  Nick Baker immerses himself in the working world, from ad managers to madder office perks.
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Afternoon
1. 12:00
  Hidden Treasures—Petworth House
  1/8The antiques quiz visits Petworth House in West Sussex.
2. 12:30
  Be Prepared—Survival
  1/4Miles Rummings combines his dream of running a scout troop with his son's birthday weekend
3. 13:00
  Cyrano de Bergerac (Omnibus)
  Glyn Maxwell's adaptation of Cyrano de Bergerac by Edmond Rostand.
4. 14:10
  Inheritance Tracks—Donna Leon
  Crime novelist Donna Leon chooses music by Handel and Cecilia Bartoli.
5. 14:15
  Down Your Way—Brian Johnston in Cockermouth
  Brian Johnston visits Cumbria to explore the birthplace of William Wordsworth.
6. 15:00
  Archive on 4—A Brief History of Blame
  Satirist Joe Queenan reveals that the search for someone to blame is always successful.
7. 16:00
  Willy Russell - Shirley Valentine
  When a middle-aged Liverpool housewife gets to travel, her world begins to change.
8. 17:30
  The Art of Monarchy—Magnificence
  4/8How the monarchy expresses power with displays of wealth and status.
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Evening
1. 18:00
  Ray Bradbury - The Illustrated Man
  Ray Bradbury's iconic tale featuring a man with prophetic tattoos.
2. 19:00
  Up the Workers
  Nick Baker immerses himself in the working world, from ad managers to madder office perks.
3. 22:00
  Andrew Lawrence: How Did We End Up Like This?—Communication
  2/6Comic explanation of communication via stand-up, song and sketch.
4. 22:30
  The Comedy Club at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe—2017, Episode 3
  3/84 Extra's Comedy Club catches up on all the latest from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
5. 22:35
  John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme—Edinburgh 2012
  John Finnemore presents a special edition of his sketch show from Edinburgh.
6. 23:05
  The Comedy Club at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe—2017, Episode 4
  4/84 Extra's Comedy Club catches up on all the latest from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
7. 23:10
  Hardeep at The Stand—Series 2, Episode 2
  2/6Hardeep Singh Kohli hosts stand-up comedy. With Martin Mor, Jo Jo Sutherland and Bob Mills
8. 23:25
  Gus Murdoch's Sacred Cows—2. Bank Hols
  2/4The incisive reporter on the pros and cons of bank holidays.
9. 23:40
  The Comedy Club at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe—2017, Episode 5
  5/84 Extra's Comedy Club catches up on all the latest from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
10. 23:45
  Ivor Cutler - A Wet Handle—Episode 3
  3/5Poems and songs, including runaway teaspoons and the spelling of 'marmalade'.
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Late
1. 00:00
  Ray Bradbury - The Illustrated Man
  Ray Bradbury's iconic tale featuring a man with prophetic tattoos.
2. 01:00
  Cyrano de Bergerac (Omnibus)
  Glyn Maxwell's adaptation of Cyrano de Bergerac by Edmond Rostand.
3. 02:10
  Inheritance Tracks—Donna Leon
  Crime novelist Donna Leon chooses music by Handel and Cecilia Bartoli.
4. 02:15
  Down Your Way—Brian Johnston in Cockermouth
  Brian Johnston visits Cumbria to explore the birthplace of William Wordsworth.
5. 03:00
  Archive on 4—A Brief History of Blame
  Satirist Joe Queenan reveals that the search for someone to blame is always successful.
6. 04:00
  Willy Russell - Shirley Valentine
  When a middle-aged Liverpool housewife gets to travel, her world begins to change.
7. 05:30
  The Art of Monarchy—Magnificence
  4/8How the monarchy expresses power with displays of wealth and status.

Sunday 20 August 2017