BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule Thursday 3 May 2018

Schedule

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Early
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Late

Early
1. 00:00
  The Man Who Was Thursday by GK Chesterton—13. The Accuser
  13/13As Sunday presides over a feast, Lucien Gregory appears. Gabriel is back in Saffron Park.
2. 00:30
  The Tingle Factor—Leslie Thomas
  Author of The Virgin Soldiers talks to Robin Ray about music which stirs strong emotions.
3. 01:00
  John Mortimer Presents: The Trials of Marshall Hall—3. A Hint of Arsenic
  3/5The barrister is determined to prove Harold Greenwood innocent of killing his first wife.
4. 01:30
  Night Visions
  Poet Paul Farley flies over London in the police helicopter and reflects on the city below
5. 02:00
  Donna Tartt - The Secret History—Episode 3
  3/15The American college students are introduced to the seductive rituals of Dionysius.
6. 02:15
  Shakespeare's Restless World—13. From London to Marrakech
  13/20Sunken gold from West Africa sheds light on England's complex relationship with the Moors.
7. 02:30
  15 Minute Drama—Elizabeth von Arnim - The Enchanted April, Episode 3
  3/5Lotty and Rose bask in the delicate warmth and beautiful fragrance of San Salvatore.
8. 02:45
  Sissinghurst: An Unfinished History by Adam Nicolson—3. Dealing With the Trust
  3/5Adam Nicolson wants to create an organic farm.
9. 03:00
  Katie Hims - The Earthquake Girl
  Despite her sister-in-law’s ideas, librarian Edie just wants to write a Gothic romance.
10. 04:00
  The Write Stuff—Series 17, Henry Fielding
  5/6James Walton tests Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Jane Thynne and John O'Farrell.
11. 04:30
  Life, Death and Sex with Mike and Sue—Series 3, Episode 6
  6/6Matrimony - an analysis of what makes it work, but also what doesn't.
12. 05:00
  Ring Around the Bath—Series 2, All Over Bar the Wrapping Paper
  6/6Stella is determined to get away, but a moveable feast is on the family Christmas menu.
13. 05:30
  Sketchtopia—Series 1, Episode 4
  4/4Multicultural sketch show hosted by Hardeep Singh Kohli in his home town of Glasgow.
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Morning
1. 06:00
  John Mortimer Presents: The Trials of Marshall Hall—4. A Death at Christmas
  4/5The barrister faces a complex case over a troubled ex-soldier charged with murder.
2. 06:30
  James Last - Non Stop Party People
  Paul Gambaccini investigates the success of German bandleader James Last.
3. 07:00
  Hopes and Desires—Series 1, Toad Squad
  3/4Bitter at being retired prematurely, Reg goes on a mission.
4. 07:30
  Alone—Series 1, The Long Bad Friday Night
  1/6Mitch's late wife's sister fancies a drink. Is that all she fancies? Stars Angus Deayton.
5. 08:00
  J Kingston Platt's Showbiz Handbook—The TV Spectacular - A Contradiction in Terms
  2/10The man of many parts recounts the woeful tale of a 'Gala Night in Venice'.
6. 08:30
  The Goon Show—Series 7, Emperor of the Universe
  14/26Bulldog Neddie investigates why 25 million Englishmen have vanished.
7. 09:00
  Listomania—Series 1, Episode 5
  5/6Susan Calman challenges Sarah Millican, Andrew O'Neill, Ricky Wilson and Roisin Conaty.
8. 09:30
  HR—Series 3, Gambled
  6/6Penniless friends Sam and Peter bank on a huge lottery win.
9. 10:00
  RL Stevenson - The Master of Ballantrae—1. The Unwelcome Return
  1/2A buccaneering tale of a family with divided loyalties during the Jacobite uprising.
10. 11:00
  Peter Regent - Figs
  On a coach journey in Turkey, a man dreams of eating refreshing figs.
11. 11:15
  Galbraith and the King of Diamonds—4. The £7,000,000 Touch
  4/6A quiet retirement eludes veteran detective Bill as he comes face to face with Jacobus.
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Afternoon
1. 12:00
  J Kingston Platt's Showbiz Handbook—The TV Spectacular - A Contradiction in Terms
  2/10The man of many parts recounts the woeful tale of a 'Gala Night in Venice'.
2. 12:30
  The Goon Show—Series 7, Emperor of the Universe
  14/26Bulldog Neddie investigates why 25 million Englishmen have vanished.
3. 13:00
  John Mortimer Presents: The Trials of Marshall Hall—4. A Death at Christmas
  4/5The barrister faces a complex case over a troubled ex-soldier charged with murder.
4. 13:30
  James Last - Non Stop Party People
  Paul Gambaccini investigates the success of German bandleader James Last.
5. 14:00
  Donna Tartt - The Secret History—Episode 4
  4/15American college life - sex, drugs, campus parties and country house weekends!
6. 14:15
  Shakespeare's Restless World—14. Disguise and Deception
  14/20A pedlar's trunk reveals deception and religion, cross-dressing and travelling salesmen.
7. 14:30
  15 Minute Drama—Elizabeth von Arnim - The Enchanted April, Episode 4
  4/5San Salvatore works its magic on Mellersh, and he in turn charms both Scrap and Mrs Fisher
8. 14:45
  Sissinghurst: An Unfinished History by Adam Nicolson—4. Setbacks and Struggles
  4/5Adam Nicolson faces opposition to his plan to return to productive farming.
9. 15:00
  RL Stevenson - The Master of Ballantrae—1. The Unwelcome Return
  1/2A buccaneering tale of a family with divided loyalties during the Jacobite uprising.
10. 16:00
  Listomania—Series 1, Episode 5
  5/6Susan Calman challenges Sarah Millican, Andrew O'Neill, Ricky Wilson and Roisin Conaty.
11. 16:30
  HR—Series 3, Gambled
  6/6Penniless friends Sam and Peter bank on a huge lottery win.
12. 17:00
  Hopes and Desires—Series 1, Toad Squad
  3/4Bitter at being retired prematurely, Reg goes on a mission.
13. 17:30
  Alone—Series 1, The Long Bad Friday Night
  1/6Mitch's late wife's sister fancies a drink. Is that all she fancies? Stars Angus Deayton.
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Evening
1. 18:00
  Richard Matheson - Duel—Episode 1
  1/2The driver of a huge truck plays deadly games with an innocent motorist.
2. 18:30
  Great Lives—Thomas Edison
  Sir Clive Sinclair discusses fellow inventor Thomas Edison with Matthew Parris.
3. 19:00
  J Kingston Platt's Showbiz Handbook—The TV Spectacular - A Contradiction in Terms
  2/10The man of many parts recounts the woeful tale of a 'Gala Night in Venice'.
4. 19:30
  The Goon Show—Series 7, Emperor of the Universe
  14/26Bulldog Neddie investigates why 25 million Englishmen have vanished.
5. 20:00
  John Mortimer Presents: The Trials of Marshall Hall—4. A Death at Christmas
  4/5The barrister faces a complex case over a troubled ex-soldier charged with murder.
6. 20:30
  James Last - Non Stop Party People
  Paul Gambaccini investigates the success of German bandleader James Last.
7. 21:00
  Peter Regent - Figs
  On a coach journey in Turkey, a man dreams of eating refreshing figs.
8. 21:15
  Galbraith and the King of Diamonds—4. The £7,000,000 Touch
  4/6A quiet retirement eludes veteran detective Bill as he comes face to face with Jacobus.
9. 22:00
  Alone—Series 1, The Long Bad Friday Night
  1/6Mitch's late wife's sister fancies a drink. Is that all she fancies? Stars Angus Deayton.
10. 22:30
  Ross Noble Goes Global—Series 2, Belgium
  1/4The comedian aims to prove Belgium is not dull, with the legacy of Jean-Claude Van Damme.
11. 22:55
  The Comedy Club Interviews—Lee Kern 3/3
  Paul Garner is joined by Lee Kern.
12. 23:00
  Wondermentalist Cabaret—Series 1, 4. Bristol
  4/4Matt Harvey and guests with a lively poetry cabaret recorded at Bristol's Comedy Box.
13. 23:30
  The Odd Half Hour—Series 2, Episode 1
  1/4How the mouse got in the baked beans, and beware of sponsoring a dog.
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Late
1. 00:00
  Richard Matheson - Duel—Episode 1
  1/2The driver of a huge truck plays deadly games with an innocent motorist.
2. 00:30
  Great Lives—Thomas Edison
  Sir Clive Sinclair discusses fellow inventor Thomas Edison with Matthew Parris.
3. 01:00
  John Mortimer Presents: The Trials of Marshall Hall—4. A Death at Christmas
  4/5The barrister faces a complex case over a troubled ex-soldier charged with murder.
4. 01:30
  James Last - Non Stop Party People
  Paul Gambaccini investigates the success of German bandleader James Last.
5. 02:00
  Donna Tartt - The Secret History—Episode 4
  4/15American college life - sex, drugs, campus parties and country house weekends!
6. 02:15
  Shakespeare's Restless World—14. Disguise and Deception
  14/20A pedlar's trunk reveals deception and religion, cross-dressing and travelling salesmen.
7. 02:30
  15 Minute Drama—Elizabeth von Arnim - The Enchanted April, Episode 4
  4/5San Salvatore works its magic on Mellersh, and he in turn charms both Scrap and Mrs Fisher
8. 02:45
  Sissinghurst: An Unfinished History by Adam Nicolson—4. Setbacks and Struggles
  4/5Adam Nicolson faces opposition to his plan to return to productive farming.
9. 03:00
  RL Stevenson - The Master of Ballantrae—1. The Unwelcome Return
  1/2A buccaneering tale of a family with divided loyalties during the Jacobite uprising.
10. 04:00
  Listomania—Series 1, Episode 5
  5/6Susan Calman challenges Sarah Millican, Andrew O'Neill, Ricky Wilson and Roisin Conaty.
11. 04:30
  HR—Series 3, Gambled
  6/6Penniless friends Sam and Peter bank on a huge lottery win.
12. 05:00
  Hopes and Desires—Series 1, Toad Squad
  3/4Bitter at being retired prematurely, Reg goes on a mission.
13. 05:30
  Alone—Series 1, The Long Bad Friday Night
  1/6Mitch's late wife's sister fancies a drink. Is that all she fancies? Stars Angus Deayton.

Friday 4 May 2018