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  1. The Sound of the Baskervilles

    Russell Davies follows the musical clues through the Sherlock Holmes stories.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  2. A Sporting Chance

    David Conn examines the real legacy of the Manchester Commonwealth Games in 2002.

    BBC Radio 4

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    The Defeat of Sleep

    Pallab Ghosh investigates the potential effects of anti-sleep drugs on society.

    BBC Radio 4

  4. When the Power's Switched Off

    Michael Crick explores how previous prime ministers have coped with leaving office.

    BBC Radio 4

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    Swinging for Survival

    Sue Broom explores new scientific research on female promiscuity across the animal kingdom

    BBC Radio 4

  6. Three Sisters

    How the theme of the three sisters has been used by storytellers through the centuries.

    BBC Radio 4

  7. A Garden in New York

    Stephen Evans reports on a memorial garden for the British people who died on 9/11.

    BBC Radio 4

  8. Taxi for Mr Merchant

    Stephen Merchant tells the story of classic American sitcom Taxi.

    BBC Radio 4

  9. From Porridge to Pergolas

    Tom Heap looks at the prison farm and its special place in the history of penal policy.

    BBC Radio 4

  10. Internet Sleuths

    Documentary examining the growing use of the worldwide web by amateur detectives.

    BBC Radio 4

  11. The Appalling Mr Dali

    Malcolm McLaren presents a profile of artist Salvador Dali.

    BBC Radio 4

  12. One Woman's Struggle: The Story of the MOBO Awards

    The Story of the MOBO Awards: Kanya King tells the story of her original vision.

    BBC Radio 4

  13. The Simple Pie Man

    Geoffrey Wheeler presents a tribute to Richard Hearne, remembered by millions as Mr Pastry

    BBC Radio 4

  14. One Woman's Struggle: The Story of the MOBO Awards

    The Story of the MOBO Awards: Kanya King tells the story of her original vision.

    BBC Radio 4

  15. Peckham's Lost

    Winifred Robinson investigates the increasing violence seen on the streets of Peckham.

    BBC Radio 4

  16. I'm a Muslim, Get Me out of Here!

    Navid Akhtar meets Islamic families who are contemplating leaving the UK.

    BBC Radio 4

  17. I'm a Muslim, Get me out of Here!

    Navid Akhtar meets Islamic families who are contemplating leaving the UK.

    BBC Radio 4

  18. Land of the Mobile Millionaires

    The amazing story of Finland's Nokia Millionaires, shareholders in the mobile phone giant.

    BBC Radio 4

  19. Final Curtain

    John Godber takes a last look around Bretton Hall College in West Yorkshire.

    BBC Radio 4

  20. Separate Together

    Mariella Frostrup examines the growing phenomenon of couples who choose to live apart.

    BBC Radio 4

  21. Cardigans at Christmas

    A look at the rise and demise of the Christmas light-entertainment spectacular.

    BBC Two

  22. The Radio One Story

    A celebration of one of the nation's favourite radio stations, Radio 1.

    BBC Two

  23. World's Busiest Railway 2015

    Exploring the world's busiest railway at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus in Mumbai.

    BBC Two

  24. WW2: War and Words

    Twenty momentous years that changed the course of world history, from 1936 to 1956.

    BBC World Service

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  25. Lee Marvin: A Personal Portrait by John Boorman

    British director John Boorman embarks on a quest to understand the American film star.

    BBC Two

  26. Definitely Dusty

    Documentary looking at the life and work of soul and pop diva Dusty Springfield.

    BBC Two

  27. Alfred Brendel: Man and Mask

    A profile of world-renowned pianist Alfred Brendel.

    BBC Two

  28. Don't Panic! The Dad's Army Story

    Victoria Wood presents the true story behind Britain's timeless comedy.

    BBC Two

  29. Living with Elephants

    Saba Douglas-Hamilton ventures close to the elephants of the Samburu in Kenya.

    BBC Two

  30. American Voices: A History of America 1917-1941

    A fascinating look at America through the eyes of different characters of the era.

    BBC Two

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    The Kenneth Williams Story: A Reputations Special

    Documentary exploring Britain's funniest and most complex comic performer.

    BBC Two

  32. Britain 1906-1918

    Examining the work of the pioneers of photo journalism in Britain from 1906 to 1918.

    BBC Two

  33. World Physical

    Vivid examples of how our land and atmosphere behave.

    BBC Two

  34. The Victoria Cross: For Valour

    Historical documentary. In September 1944, Major Robert Cain won the Victoria Cross.

    BBC Two

  35. Westway to the World

    The Clash's four original members each tell their side of the band's story.

    BBC Two

  36. Into the Arms of Strangers

    Oscar-winning documentary about the Jewish children evacuated from Germany.

    BBC Two

  37. American Movie

    Documentary about a small-town independent American film-maker.

    BBC Two

  38. The Miners' Strike

    Documentary capturing the extraordinary passions unleashed by the 1984 miners' strike.

    BBC Two

  39. The Elgin Marbles

    Andrew Graham-Dixon explores how the Elgin Marbles were removed from Athens.

    BBC Two

  40. The Unknown Hancock

    A unique insight into one of the most masterful clowns of the modern age, Tony Hancock.

    BBC Two

  41. How to Have a Good Death

    The results of the biggest ever poll of the public’s views on death and dying.

    BBC Two

  42. Krakatoa Revealed

    What really happened during the eruption of volcanic island Krakatoa in 1883?

    BBC Two

  43. Genghis Khan

    Film about the warrior Genghis Khan, conquered an empire larger than the Roman Empire.

    BBC One

  44. Betjeman and Me: Rick Stein's Story

    Rick Stein celebrates John Betjeman's love for the English seaside.

    BBC Two

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    Rain in My Heart

    Paul Watson's documentary on four alcoholics from the Medway towns in Kent. (2006)

    BBC

  46. Backstage

    Featuring onstage performances from Ja Rule, DMX, Jay-Z, Redman and Method Man.

    BBC Two

  47. My Heart Belongs to Dad

    Documentary which explores how fathers and their children cope with the loss of a mother.

    BBC One

  48. Cruel Sea: The Penlee Lifeboat Disaster

    The story of the 1981 tragedy off Cornwall, using radio footage and eyewitness testimony.

    BBC One

  49. When We Were Scouts

    Celebrities go camping to mark the 100th anniversary of the Scouting movement.

    BBC Four

  50. It Started with Swap Shop

    The original team reunite for a one-off 30th anniversary edition of the classic TV show.

    BBC Four

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