Schedule
Early
00:00
The Twilight Zone—Series 2, The Chaser
2/16A lovesick suitor buys a mysterious love potion that works all too well.
00:40
James Follett - The Silent Vulcan—Episode 2
2/8Cut off by an invisible wall, residents of Pentworth have a deceptively quiet morning.
01:00
Just a Girl: Omnibus
The continuing journey of a 13-year-old transgender teenager. Starring Cassie Campbell.
02:10
Inheritance Tracks—Engelbert Humperdinck
Singer Engelbert Humperdinck chooses 'Harbour Lights' by The Platters.
02:15
Pam Ayres' Open Road—Series 2, Jersey
5/9Pam is on the largest Channel island to learn about black butter.
02:45
Tales From the Backbench by Peter Tinniswood—Series 1, The Great Snitcher
4/4An MP's unreliable memories hark back to an attempted seduction by a Russian spy.
03:00
Archive on 4—Art School, Smart School
Brian Eno, Grayson Perry and others reflect on the state of the art school.
04:00
Horace Walpole - The Castle of Otranto
Duplicity and dynastic rivalry in what is considered to be the first ever gothic novel.
05:30
The Story of Flowers in the Rain
Tony Blackburn reveals how a PR stunt for The Move's single libelled a prime minister.
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Morning
06:00
Young Victoria by Juliet Ace (Omnibus)—Episode 1
1/2A portrait of the extraordinary Queen's life, marriage and achievements.
07:15
Tessa Hadley - Deeds Not Words
Spurred on by the Suffragettes, a tale of radicalism, lust and teenage fervour.
07:30
Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!—Series 4, Coach Trip
4/6After a coach trip to Bridlington goes terribly wrong, Arthur decides to go 'native'.
08:00
Life With The Lyons—Three Blind Dates
The family have to entertain Ben's boss, but will they all get along?
08:30
A Life of Bliss—The Flat
David prepares to move back into his flat, with warnings from Tony ringing in his ears.
09:00
Following Pappano (Omnibus)
Sir Antonio Pappano prepares for the Royal Opera's new production of Puccini's La bohème.
10:10
The Listening Project—Elsie and Netta - Home Is Where the Heart Is
You can take the woman out of Jamaica, but you can't take Jamaica out of the woman.(R)
10:15
Desert Island Discs Revisited—Rock & Pop Stars, Alison Moyet
From Cilla Black to Talk Talk. Singer-songwriter Alison Moyet shares her castaway choices.
11:00
Radiolab—Series 2, The Good Show
1/8Radiolab asks is 'survival of the fittest' compatible with animals helping each other out?
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Afternoon
12:00
Life With The Lyons—Three Blind Dates
The family have to entertain Ben's boss, but will they all get along?
12:30
A Life of Bliss—The Flat
David prepares to move back into his flat, with warnings from Tony ringing in his ears.
13:00
Young Victoria by Juliet Ace (Omnibus)—Episode 1
1/2A portrait of the extraordinary Queen's life, marriage and achievements.
14:15
Tessa Hadley - Deeds Not Words
Spurred on by the Suffragettes, a tale of radicalism, lust and teenage fervour.
14:30
The Love Song of Miss Queenie Hennessy (Omnibus)
A dying woman writes her secrets down for a man trying to see her before it's too late.
15:45
What Is a Story?—First Times
1/12Marina Warner looks at early experiences of stories.
16:00
Saturday Drama—John Godber - September in the Rain
A couple's relationship through a lifetime of holidays in Blackpool.
17:00
Poetry Extra—Time for Verse - Liz Lochhead: 1-2/5
Daljit Nagra chooses Time for Verse: Liz Lochhead, presented by George MacBeth.
17:30
Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!—Series 4, Coach Trip
4/6After a coach trip to Bridlington goes terribly wrong, Arthur decides to go 'native'.
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Evening
18:00
Susan Hill - The Woman in Black—1. A Journey and a Funeral
1/4Retired solicitor Arthur Kipps recalls his visit to the house of the reclusive Mrs Drablow
18:30
Alan Garner - The Weirdstone of Brisingamen—2. Sleepers
2/4With Weirdstone lost, can Colin and Susan protect the sleepers who could save the world?
19:00
Radiolab—Series 2, The Good Show
1/8Radiolab asks is 'survival of the fittest' compatible with animals helping each other out?
20:00
Following Pappano (Omnibus)
Sir Antonio Pappano prepares for the Royal Opera's new production of Puccini's La bohème.
21:10
The Listening Project—Elsie and Netta - Home Is Where the Heart Is
You can take the woman out of Jamaica, but you can't take Jamaica out of the woman.(R)
21:15
Desert Island Discs Revisited—Rock & Pop Stars, Alison Moyet
From Cilla Black to Talk Talk. Singer-songwriter Alison Moyet shares her castaway choices.
22:00
Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!—Series 4, Coach Trip
4/6After a coach trip to Bridlington goes terribly wrong, Arthur decides to go 'native'.
22:30
Think the Unthinkable—Series 1, Utiliton
4/5The consultants tackle some call centre problems, and Ryan moves to a 'war zone'.
23:00
Newsjack—Series 17, Episode 2
2/6Angela Barnes hosts the scrapbook sketch show written entirely by the Great British public
23:30
Pick Ups—Series 2, Little Grey Cells
1/6Dave's marriage proposal is temporarily postponed by an omelette.
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Late
00:00
Susan Hill - The Woman in Black—1. A Journey and a Funeral
1/4Retired solicitor Arthur Kipps recalls his visit to the house of the reclusive Mrs Drablow
00:30
Alan Garner - The Weirdstone of Brisingamen—2. Sleepers
2/4With Weirdstone lost, can Colin and Susan protect the sleepers who could save the world?
01:00
Young Victoria by Juliet Ace (Omnibus)—Episode 1
1/2A portrait of the extraordinary Queen's life, marriage and achievements.
02:15
Tessa Hadley - Deeds Not Words
Spurred on by the Suffragettes, a tale of radicalism, lust and teenage fervour.
02:30
The Love Song of Miss Queenie Hennessy (Omnibus)
A dying woman writes her secrets down for a man trying to see her before it's too late.
03:45
What Is a Story?—First Times
1/12Marina Warner looks at early experiences of stories.
04:00
Saturday Drama—John Godber - September in the Rain
A couple's relationship through a lifetime of holidays in Blackpool.
05:00
Poetry Extra—Time for Verse - Liz Lochhead: 1-2/5
Daljit Nagra chooses Time for Verse: Liz Lochhead, presented by George MacBeth.
05:30
Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!—Series 4, Coach Trip
4/6After a coach trip to Bridlington goes terribly wrong, Arthur decides to go 'native'.
