BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule Saturday 17 April 2021

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Morning
Afternoon
Evening
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Early
1. 00:00
  The Otherworld Child
  Lonely Alice Proudfoot’s mysterious discovery in a moonlit wood changes her life forever.
2. 00:30
  Off the Page—Leaving the Comfort Zone
  Dominic Arkwright and guests question the merit of leaving one's comfort zone.
3. 01:00
  A Case for Dr Morelle—6. Voice in the Night
  6/13The psychiatrist-turned-detective probes death threats made to an elderly spinster.
4. 01:30
  The Toff—The Toff and the Runaway Bride, 1. Honeymoon for One
  1/6A wedding day mystery for amateur sleuth the Honourable Richard Rollison.
5. 02:00
  Fresh Air Fiend by Paul Theroux—Unspeakable Rituals and Outlandish Beliefs
  5/5The writer describes the bizarre traditions that he encountered during his travels.
6. 02:15
  Gudrun—Series 3, Episode 5
  5/5Ragnarok approaches, and Gudrun hopes this battle will see her reunited with her daughter.
7. 02:30
  Between Rock and a Good Cause
  The music promoter Bill Graham is remembered by Bob Geldof, Ronnie Wood and others.
8. 03:00
  Kate Brannigan - Clean Break
  When a stately home's Monet is stolen, the Manchester private eye chases across Europe.
9. 04:00
  Counterpoint—Series 24, 2010 Heat 2
  2/13Paul Gambaccini hosts the second heat of the general knowledge music quiz.
10. 04:30
  Fat Chance—Better Wed Than Dead
  5/5The slimmers aim to give Kelly a wedding day she will never forget.
11. 05:00
  Clare in the Community—Series 11, Joan Alone
  5/6It is Joan's birthday, but Clare will not be guilt-tripped into attending the party.
12. 05:30
  Mark Steel's in Town—Series 7, Hebden Bridge
  3/6Mark Steel visits the Yorkshire town of Hebden Bridge and performs for the locals.
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Morning
1. 06:00
  Mike Walker - The Sound of Fury
  The life and times of rock 'n' roll singer, Billy Fury, Britain's answer to Elvis Presley
2. 07:30
  Great Lives—Tony Hawks on Marshall Rosenberg
  The life of the creator of nonviolent communication Marshall Rosenber, with Matthew Parris
3. 08:00
  The Motion Show—Series 3, Episode 2
  2/6Graeme Garden chairs the debating game featuring Steve Punt, Tony Hawks, Gyles Brandreth.
4. 08:30
  Snap—Series 1, Episode 4
  4/4Doug's mum is 70, but Molly thinks he'll never manage the party and present without her.
5. 09:00
  When Diane Met Ken
  Diane Morgan celebrates the life and work of Ken Campbell
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Afternoon
1. 12:00
  The Write Stuff—Series 7, Beatrix Potter
  1/7Contestants do battle in James Walton's literary quiz
2. 12:30
  The Architects—Series 2, Airport
  1/4Comedy set in a failing, flailing architectural practice. Stars Geoffrey Whitehead.
3. 13:00
  Archive on 4—Close to the Edit
  Film-maker Mike Figgis explores the age of the edit.
4. 14:00
  Jane Austen—Emma, 1. The Matchmaker
  1/2Emma Woodhouse declares she will never marry.
5. 15:00
  Jane Austen—Emma, 2. Proposal
  2/2Two new arrivals threaten Emma's composure.
6. 16:00
  Mike Walker - The Sound of Fury
  The life and times of rock 'n' roll singer, Billy Fury, Britain's answer to Elvis Presley
7. 17:30
  Great Lives—Tony Hawks on Marshall Rosenberg
  The life of the creator of nonviolent communication Marshall Rosenber, with Matthew Parris
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Evening
1. 18:00
  Nightfall—Series 4, 4. Eye of the Beholder
  4/4A young man visiting a remote farm isn’t the complete stranger he’s thought to be.
2. 18:30
  Robert Holmes - Aliens in the Mind—4. Official Intercessions
  4/6The authorities want to conceal Flora's presence, but how long can she fend them off?
3. 19:00
  When Diane Met Ken
  Diane Morgan celebrates the life and work of Ken Campbell
4. 22:00
  Rigor Mortis—Series 1, Episode 2
  2/6The pathology lab sets up a surprising new medical empathy scheme.
5. 22:30
  Barry's Lunch Club—Inheritance
  4/4Alex Lowe is 82 year-old Barry in a comedy combining sitcom and stand-up.
6. 23:00
  What Does the K Stand For?—Series 3, The Riot
  2/4The Amos household are caught up in the Brixton riot.
7. 23:30
  I've Never Seen Star Wars—Series 6, Ann Widdecombe
  1/6Marcus Brigstocke persuades his guest Ann Widdecombe to try new experiences.
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Late
1. 00:00
  Nightfall—Series 4, 4. Eye of the Beholder
  4/4A young man visiting a remote farm isn’t the complete stranger he’s thought to be.
2. 00:30
  Robert Holmes - Aliens in the Mind—4. Official Intercessions
  4/6The authorities want to conceal Flora's presence, but how long can she fend them off?
3. 01:00
  Archive on 4—Close to the Edit
  Film-maker Mike Figgis explores the age of the edit.
4. 02:00
  Jane Austen—Emma, 1. The Matchmaker
  1/2Emma Woodhouse declares she will never marry.
5. 03:00
  Jane Austen—Emma, 2. Proposal
  2/2Two new arrivals threaten Emma's composure.
6. 04:00
  Mike Walker - The Sound of Fury
  The life and times of rock 'n' roll singer, Billy Fury, Britain's answer to Elvis Presley
7. 05:30
  Great Lives—Tony Hawks on Marshall Rosenberg
  The life of the creator of nonviolent communication Marshall Rosenber, with Matthew Parris

Sunday 18 April 2021