Woman's Hour Episodes Episode guide
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Woman's Hour celebrates the women of The Archers
We mark the 75th anniversary of the world's longest-running continuing drama.
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Toni Collette, Women of the Year, Disciplining children
The Muriel's Wedding actor on her new film
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Beyoncé the billionaire, Adults regressing at Christmas, Girls' political confidence
Beyoncé is now the fifth musician to be named a billionaire by Forbes.
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'Battle of the Sexes' 2025, Irish nurses, AI & age-related diseases
What did the 2025 'Battle of the Sexes' achieve for women's tennis?
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Weekend Woman’s Hour: Rituals, 250th anniversary of Jane Austen, Women and the dark
The rituals and traditions that we recreate at Christmas.
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Women's relationships with the dark
Is it fear or fun, work or play? A look at life, study and history.
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The rituals and traditions of Christmas
A Woman's Hour Christmas Day Special. Co-presented by Nuala McGovern and Anita Rani.
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Epstein Files, Plane spotting, Janie Dee, South Asian female DJs
Epstein victim Marina Lacerda on her reaction to the release of documents.
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Caring for older visitors at Christmas, Women's protests in Iran, Female jazz musicians
What can we do to ensure the older members of our families feel cherished at Christmas?
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Christmas hosting, Epstein files, Women in retail, FGM
The psychology of hosting at Christmas, with Philippa Perry.
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Weekend Woman's Hour: Violence against women and girls, Kate Hudson, Female tribute bands
We look at the government's violence against women and girls strategy.
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Kate Hudson, Undercover policing, Sophie Blake, Women on the Left
The Hollywood actor on her latest film and her love of Christmas.
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Violence against women and girls, Jenny Colgan, Weight loss jabs
We look at the government's violence against women and girls strategy.
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Romance fraud, the Sex Discrimination Act, Slady tribute band at Christmas
How can you spot a romance fraudster?
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Why is Jane Austen still so relevant to women today?
Woman's Hour celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth.
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Violence Against Women and Girls strategy, Hanukkah food traditions, DIY
The government's long-awaited Violence Against Women and Girls strategy is out this week.
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Weekend Woman's Hour: Maternity care review, Weight loss drugs and exercise, Wages for housework
We discuss the latest review into maternity care in England.
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SEND, Race Across the World, Toxic masculinity
Analysing the announcement by the government on Special Educational Needs & Disabilities.
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Maria Corina Machado, Netball cardiac screening, Gabby Logan, AI teachers
Who is the Venezuelan politician who won the Nobel Peace Prize?
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Abuse in the Church, Wages for housework, Youth work today
Fiona Rugg talks about discovering her father John Smyth was an abuser.
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Maternity care review, Weight training and weight loss drugs, Bows in fashion
We discuss Baroness Amos's reflections on 'unacceptable' NHS maternity care in England.
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Freebirthing, Author Sarah Mughal Rana, Syria: One year on
We hear why freebirthing is the subject of a new investigation by the Guardian.
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Weekend Woman's Hour: Jacinda Ardern, Women leaving teaching, Friendships with exes
The former New Zealand PM on empathy in leadership and giving birth while in office.
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Women leaders, Hair loss, Maria Friedman
Despite women gaining leadership roles, a new report suggests trust in women is declining.
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Jacinda Ardern, Women leaving teaching, Abuse in sport
The former New Zealand PM on life, leadership and giving birth while in office.
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Jury-free trials, Endometriosis, WI and transgender women, Scruffy hosting
What will more jury-free trials mean for women?
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Friendships with exes, Chef Pam, Economic abuse
Are friendships with exes a good idea?
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Former Finland PM Sanna Marin, HIV and women, Left-Handed Girl
Sanna Marin on life, leadership and being the world's youngest female head of government.
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Weekend Woman’s Hour: Kids social media ban in Australia, Cassa Pancho, Rage rooms, Camille O’Sullivan
Australia's landmark social media ban for children is being challenged in court.
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Adoption, Camille O'Sullivan, Wicked
The BBC has spoken to more than 50 adoptive parents whose kids are back in care.