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  1. One Wild Winter: Surviving Avalanches

    The results of the harsh weather during the winter of 2012 in the Scottish mountains.

    BBC One Scotland

  2. The Girl with Two Hearts

    How one young girl's battle with heart disease could lead to groundbreaking breakthroughs.

    BBC One Wales

  3. Exploring the Past: Post War Britain

    Six young people trace their family histories in post-war Britain.

    BBC Two

  4. Prunella Scales Remembers Richard Briers

    Close friend and costar of Richard Briers, Prunella Scales talks about his life and career

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  5. The Briers Family Remember Richard

    Richard Briers' widow Ann Davies and his daughters talk about the actor's life and career.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  6. Michael Chaplin on Richard Briers

    The creator of Radio 4's Two Pipe Problems remembers working with the late actor.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  7. Stephen Fry Remembers Richard Briers

    Stephen Fry talks about Richard Briers' skills as an interpreter of PG Wodehouse.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  8. Off and Running

    As the number of people going running increases, 5 live speaks to runners of all levels.

    BBC Radio 5 Live

  9. Ed Harris Remembers Richard Briers

    Dramatist Ed Harris talks about working with Richard Briers on The Moment You Feel It.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  10. Briers on Hancock

    Richard Briers traces the life of Tony Hancock from triumph to tragedy. From 1984.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

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    Scotland Meet Murray Lachlan Young

    Poet Murray Lachlan Young goes in search of his Scottishness.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  12. Christmas at Camp Bastion

    Dan Walker visits the troops in Camp Bastion to find out what Christmas will be like.

    BBC Radio 5 Live

  13. Mr Cole Comes to Kensington

    Christopher Frayling on Henry Cole, the founder of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  14. Lou Reed Remembered

    A look at the transgressive life and career of one of rock 'n' roll's true originals.

    BBC Four

  15. Merthyr Not Memphis

    Paul Barrett traces his rock'n'roll history, an adventure in brown suede shoes.

    BBC Radio Wales

  16. Lost in Music

    Matt Everitt reflects on the lives of some of the great musicians who passed away in 2013.

    BBC Radio 6 Music

  17. Siubhal le Shepherd/Robbie Shepherd

    A profile of one of Scotland's favourite and most enduring broadcasters.

    BBC ALBA

  18. Dr Doig

    Eachdraidh beatha Dr Raibeart Doig MBE, Oifigear Slàinte Meidigeach an Leòdhas, 1930-1965.

    BBC Radio nan Gàidheal

  19. Evelyn Chaimbeul

    An seinneadair Evelyn Chaimbeul a' bruidhinn mu a beatha agus a cuid seinn.

    BBC Radio nan Gàidheal

  20. Sir John Tavener Remembered

    Tom Service presents a tribute to British composer Sir John Tavener.

    BBC Four

  21. Mel Smith: I've Done Some Things

    A tribute to the comedian, actor, writer, director and producer, who died in July 2013.

    BBC Two

  22. Dave Allen In Search of the Great English Eccentric

    A 1974 documentary in which Dave Allen meets a variety of eccentrics.

    BBC Two

  23. Briers and the Bard

    Sir Kenneth Branagh reflects on Richard Briers' Shakespearean roles, Malvolio and Polonius

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  24. Tribute to Nelson Mandela

    A chance to see Nelson Mandela's address to Parliament in 1996.

    BBC Parliament

  25. Trollope

    Poet Michael Symmons Roberts explores the remarkable life of Anthony Trollope.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  26. Robbie Shepherd - I'll Be Looking for You

    Documentary celebrating the life and career of broadcaster Robbie Shepherd.

    BBC One Scotland

  27. The Rudest Man in Britain

    The rudest man in Britain explores the legacy of former broadcasting star Gilbert Harding.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  28. The Fabulous Alexander Brothers

    The story of one of Scotland's most successful variety entertainment acts.

    BBC One Scotland

  29. 4 Extra Celebrates Dora Bryan

    Author Lynne Truss celebrates the life of Dora Bryan with some archive treasures.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  30. Sharon: Israel's Iron Man

    An obituary of the Israeli military and political leader, Ariel Sharon.

    BBC Two

  31. Strangers in a Strange Land - How Afghanistan Changed our Lives

    Julia Paul talks to local soldiers, nurses and churchmen about the future of Afghanistan.

    BBC Radio Ulster

  32. From Kabul to Kent

    The story of a young Afghan, who made a new life in Britain.

    BBC Radio 5 Live

  33. Dr Doig

    Catriona Mhoireach a' bruidhinn ris an Dtr Iain Mac a' Ghobhainn mun an Dtr Raibeart Doig.

    BBC Radio nan Gàidheal

  34. A Tribute to Roger Lloyd Pack

    A tribute to the star of stage and screen, best known for his comedy roles.

    BBC One

  35. Dileab Thormoid/Smile Please

    The story of photographer and naturalist Dr Norman Morrison.

    BBC ALBA

  36.

    Steve the Sweep

    Steve Carver looks to the learn the secrets of the chimney sweeping trade.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  37.

    Idrissa Camara

    From west Africa to south Wales: a portrait of dancer and choreographer Idrissa Camara.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  38. Eadar Dà Shaoghal

    Seanchasan mu bheatha thràth ann am Beàrnaraigh, Leòdhais bho Dhòmhnall Macleòid.

    BBC Radio nan Gàidheal

  39. Max on St David's Day

    Max Boyce reflects on his remarkable career as he reaches his 70th birthday.

    BBC Two Wales

  40. Clowning Around on 4 Extra

    Tony Lidington traces the role of the clown in British humour.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  41. Darcey Bussell: A Ballerina's Life

    Prima ballerina Darcey Bussell recalls her performing career from its earliest days.

    BBC

  42. Generation 2014: Life Swap

    Two Generation 2014 candidates with very different backgrounds get a chance to swap lives.

    BBC Radio Scotland

  43. The Miners' Strike - A Personal Memoir by Kim Howells

    Kim Howells recalls the miners' strike of 30 years ago and and ponders its outcome.

    BBC One Wales

  44. The Sage of Cricklewood: Alan Coren on 4 Extra

    Christopher Matthew celebrates the life of writer and raconteur Alan Coren.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  45. Jarvis Cocker on Iggy Pop

    Jarvis Cocker presents a special programme on Iggy Pop ahead of Iggy's new show on 6 Music

    BBC Radio 2

  46. Vivian Stanshall - English as Tuppence

    Celebrate Vivian Stanshall with Neil Innes. With Ade Edmondson, Rick Wakeman and others.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  47. The Greatest Knight: William the Marshal

    The fascinating story of knighthood, told through the life of Sir William Marshal.

    BBC Two

  48. Oscar Marzaroli - Man with a Camera

    A celebration of the life and work of Glasgow's pre-eminent photographer.

    BBC Two Scotland

  49. Jimmy Ellis - An Actor's Life

    Affectionate portrait of James Ellis, one of Northern Ireland's best-loved sons.

    BBC Two Northern Ireland

  50. The Poet who Loved the War: Ivor Gurney

    Film which tells the story of the First World War soldier-poet who broke all the rules.

    BBC Four

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