Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 17 - 23 October 2022

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00:00	00:00 Weird Tales—Series 3, The Burial of Tom Nobody by Richard Vincent 2/4 A mysterious trio force Reverend Braiden on a road trip. 00:30 Jefferson 37 by Jenny Stephens—2. Lucy 2/4 Eleanor discovers Abbottsville's clones show human-like feelings.	00:00 Nightfall—Series 2, 1. The Maid's Bell by Edith Wharton 1/5 A maid takes a job for a dysfunctional couple in a haunted house. 00:30 A Good Read—Josie Long and Romesh Ranganathan Harriett Gilbert discusses favourite books with Josie Long and Romesh Ranganathan.	00:00 Nightfall—Series 2, 2. Walter's Dog by Larry LeClair 2/5 A Newfoundlander's plan to murder his boss and fishing "buddy" goes horribly awry. 00:30 Soul Music—Series 26, True Colors How Cyndi Lauper's ballad has inspired people around the world.	00:00 Nightfall—Series 2, 3. Your Fortune in Twenty Words or Less by Larry LeClair 3/5 A carnival worker is initiated into the unusual and terrifying world of precognition. 00:30 Pioneers—Series 2, Shannon Murray 3/6 Shannon Murray speaks about becoming the UK's first disabled high street model.	00:00 Nightfall—Series 2, 4. Welcome to Homerville by Allan Guttman & Don Dickinson 4/5 RC horrifies fellow truckers when they learn he’s bound for Homerville. 00:30 Great Lives—Caroline Quentin nominates Sir John Vanbrugh Caroline Quentin nominates the 17th century dramatist and architect Sir John Vanbrugh	00:00 Nightfall—Series 2, 5. The Willoughby Obsession by George R Robertson 5/5 After three deaths at the Willoughby mansion, a journalist suspects foul play. 00:30 Musical Genes—Series 1, Rosanne Cash 1/4 Tom Morton meets the daughter of country legend Johnny Cash.	00:00 Jeff Noon - Dead Code Joe and Dixie are haunted by music in the ruins of a futuristic housing estate. 00:45 Philip Levene - The Disposal of Digby Deemed a security threat, an employee is swiftly “removed” in an unusual way
01:00	01:00 Life in the Garden by Penelope Lively (Omnibus) Penelope Lively's intimate meditation on gardening, literature and creativity.	01:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—2. Transformation Scene 2/6 The lothario actor has a close encounter in a photographer's studio. 01:30 Castles in Spain—1. Military Mystery 1/5 A bookseller is suddenly asked to try and solve a military mystery. Stars Ray Brooks.	01:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—3. Inside the Giant's Castle 3/6 The actor-turned-sleuth becomes involved in the compromising sex party photograph case. 01:30 Castles in Spain—2. Jock 2/5 Grahame Mayer flies to Glasgow in search of missing Jock Cameron.	01:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—4. Enter the Funny Policeman 4/6 Marius Steen's recently revised will sends the actor-turned-detective in a new direction. 01:30 Castles in Spain—3. The Nurse 3/5 Grahame has an interesting meeting with a former nurse.	01:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—5. Slapstick Scene 5/6 Jacqui spills the beans to the police. 01:30 Castles in Spain—4. Clues 4/5 Grahame meets a pop star and learns about the holy pictures. Drama with Ray Brooks.	01:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—6. King Rat 6/6 Charles Paris investigates. The actor-cum-detective faces a showdown at Streetley. 01:30 Castles in Spain—5. Death 5/5 Will Forrest’s death release bookseller Grahame Mayer from his quest?	01:00 The Home of Radio David Hatch explores the facts, myths and legends of the BBC's much loved 'BH'.
02:00	02:10 Inheritance Tracks—June Spencer The actress inherits 'I'll See You Again' by Noel Coward but passes on Bruch's Concerto. 02:20 Elizabeth Gaskell - Mary Barton (Omnibus)—Episode 4 4/4 Mary's attachment to both the murder victim and the accused make her the centre of gossip.	02:00 A Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne—Episode 6 6/10 Edith learns more about her husband’s new novel. 02:15 Tim Jackson - The Rainbow Bridge—Episode 6 6/10 As Kate worries over David's health scare - she receives more unnerving news 02:30 Jazz in the Open Air The story of jazz outdoors - from the streets of New Orleans to a flyover in Birmingham.	02:00 A Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne—Episode 7 7/10 In New York, Maurice gets an urgent phone call. 02:15 Tim Jackson - The Rainbow Bridge—Episode 7 7/10 Kate flits between office and hospital but Charles and Emma Darwin occupy her thoughts. 02:30 I Dressed Ziggy Stardust Samira Ahmed meets British Asian women who, like her, were inspired by David Bowie.	02:00 A Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne—Episode 8 8/10 Maurice receives an unexpected request for an interview. 02:15 Tim Jackson - The Rainbow Bridge—Episode 8 8/10 The Darwins adjust to their loss and Kate closes in on her obsession with Emma. 02:30 Living Books Sandi Toksvig visits the Human Library where you borrow a person instead of a book	02:00 A Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne—Episode 9 9/10 Maurice finds himself confiding in Theo, despite his better judgement. 02:15 Tim Jackson - The Rainbow Bridge—Episode 9 9/10 After her evening with Eugene, Kate’s desire for a peaceful night is denied. 02:30 Li Yuan Chia Sally Lai explores why Chinese artist Li Yuan Chia made a home for artists in Cumbria.	02:00 A Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne—Episode 10 10/10 Maurice realises he’s made a mistake. 02:15 Tim Jackson - The Rainbow Bridge—Episode 10 10/10 David and Kate find time to confront their past whilst Emma confronts an uncertain future. 02:30 The Business of Film with Mark Kermode—Development Hell 1/3 Film critic Mark Kermode reveals the economic realities behind the film industry.	02:00 Chain Reaction—Series 5, Robert Llewellyn interviews Dave Gorman 1/6 The Red Dwarf actor meets the Genius comic in the tag-team talk show. 02:30 Rob Newman—Rob Newman's Total Eclipse of Descartes, The Inheritance 1/4 Comedian Rob Newman sets his sights on the world of philosophy.
03:00	03:30 Sounds from the Seabed Lucie Skeaping relives the sound of musical instruments found on Henry VIII’s Mary Rose.	03:00 Evelyn Waugh - Brideshead Revisited—1. Beginnings 1/4 Evelyn Waugh’s most famous novel of life, love and a forgotten era.	03:00 Evelyn Waugh - Brideshead Revisited—2. New Vistas 2/4 Friendship brings new vistas for Charles, but for ebullient Sebastian the family close in.	03:00 Evelyn Waugh - Brideshead Revisited—3. Strains 3/4 Sebastian's drinking strains his friendship with Charles, who is lured by the art of Paris	03:00 Evelyn Waugh - Brideshead Revisited—4. Stormy Waters 4/4 Charles is pleased to spot Julia on the ship, but stormy waters await.	03:00 Peter Tinniswood—The House Swap Sid is an American struggling to come to terms with English life. Stars Penelope Wilton.	03:00 Twenty Players—Series 1, Gentleman Jack Perkins 1/6 Des Lynam tells the story a turn-of-the-century boxing toff who never quite made it. 03:15 Elastic Planet—The Babies 1/6 Cosmic comedy connections via spoof documentaries. 03:30 Goodness Gracious Me—Series 3, Episode 6 6/6 The Archers with a twist, and the Minx Twins tackle feminism.
04:00	04:00 Rose Tremain—The End of Love Olga adored a Polish pianist. Stars Miriam Margolyes and Nigel Anthony.	04:00 Wordaholics—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Gyles Brandreth welcomes Josh Widdicombe, Susie Dent, Helen Keen and Natalie Haynes. 04:30 Double Income, No Kids Yet—Series 1, Episode 1 1/6 Lucy sets up Daniel's party, but their mates seem too busy. Stars David Tennant.	04:00 Genius—Series 2, Carol Vorderman 2/6 Dave Gorman discusses ridiculous, brilliant but unworkable ideas with Carol Vorderman. 04:30 Lucky Heather—1. For a Few Dollars More 1/6 Living in a run-down community, Heather tries to help a family with a sick child.	04:00 The Write Stuff—Series 13, John Donne 5/6 James Walton chairs. With John Walsh, Lynne Truss, Jane Thynne and Christopher Brookmyre. 04:30 The Attractive Young Rabbi—Series 3, A Woman's Work 2/6 Happy Rabbi Su finds a role model, but Rabbi Abraham would settle for a haircut.	04:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 21, Episode 6 6/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 04:30 Coming Alive—Series 3, A Many-Splendoured Thing 2/6 Terry has reached a crossroads. Will he get to stay with Sandra or will he have to let go?	04:00 The Museum of Curiosity—Series 14, Episode 1 1/6 John Lloyd and Bridget Christie with Jessica Fostekew, Dr Shini Somara and Linda Agran. 04:30 Sharing Fatman—White Swan Sailing 3/6 Now that they own Mr Fatman, Margaret and Ken advertise for others to join a syndicate.	04:00 Jonathan Smith - Abandoned The sculptor Rodin is in Cheltenham with two women, while his true love is in an asylum.
05:00	05:00 Poetry Extra—Poetry Please - The Rime of the Ancient Mariner Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 05:30 Electric Ink—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 A new reality star columnist means Maddox must rewrite her copy discretely!	05:00 In and Out of the Kitchen—Series 3, The Awards 1/6 Damien is nominated for an award and Anthony auditions for a production of Hay Fever. 05:30 It's a Fair Cop—Series 7, Custody Officer 2/6 Policeman turned stand-up Alfie Moore with a tale of his brief stint as a custody officer.	05:00 Ayres on the Air—Series 6, Home 2/4 Poet and entertainer Pam Ayres presents poems, sketches and anecdotes on the theme of home 05:30 Stand-Up Specials—Geoff Norcott: Geofferendum Geoff Norcott examines the limits to our belief in democracy.	05:00 Lobby Land—Series 1, Summer in the City 4/4 Young political editor Sam Peakes needs a story - fast. 05:30 'Whatever Next?' with Miles Jupp—Series 1, Episode 3 3/4 Can a professional life coach sort Miles out?	05:00 Turf Wars—An Incident at the Border 2/4 Two young lovers are separated by a brand new border. 05:30 Gemma Arrowsmith's Sketched Out—Series 1, E-Host! 4/4 Last in the series. Gemma is replaced as host by an artificial intelligence, E-Host!	05:00 Quanderhorn—The Quanderhorn Xperimentations, Mummy! My Donkey's Head Is Exploding 2/6 Martian hostage Guuuurk risks his life and his sanity to save the crew from the X-Barrier. 05:30 Now You're Asking with Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn—The Pockets Problem Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn lay into to payment, pizza and pockets problems.	05:30 Great Lives—Caroline Quentin nominates Sir John Vanbrugh Caroline Quentin nominates the 17th century dramatist and architect Sir John Vanbrugh
06:00	06:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—2. Transformation Scene 2/6 The lothario actor has a close encounter in a photographer's studio. 06:30 Castles in Spain—1. Military Mystery 1/5 A bookseller is suddenly asked to try and solve a military mystery. Stars Ray Brooks.	06:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—3. Inside the Giant's Castle 3/6 The actor-turned-sleuth becomes involved in the compromising sex party photograph case. 06:30 Castles in Spain—2. Jock 2/5 Grahame Mayer flies to Glasgow in search of missing Jock Cameron.	06:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—4. Enter the Funny Policeman 4/6 Marius Steen's recently revised will sends the actor-turned-detective in a new direction. 06:30 Castles in Spain—3. The Nurse 3/5 Grahame has an interesting meeting with a former nurse.	06:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—5. Slapstick Scene 5/6 Jacqui spills the beans to the police. 06:30 Castles in Spain—4. Clues 4/5 Grahame meets a pop star and learns about the holy pictures. Drama with Ray Brooks.	06:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—6. King Rat 6/6 Charles Paris investigates. The actor-cum-detective faces a showdown at Streetley. 06:30 Castles in Spain—5. Death 5/5 Will Forrest’s death release bookseller Grahame Mayer from his quest?	06:00 Jonathan Smith - Abandoned The sculptor Rodin is in Cheltenham with two women, while his true love is in an asylum.	06:00 A Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 As Maurice receives news about his book, Edith faces turmoil.
07:00	07:00 In and Out of the Kitchen—Series 3, The Awards 1/6 Damien is nominated for an award and Anthony auditions for a production of Hay Fever. 07:30 It's a Fair Cop—Series 7, Custody Officer 2/6 Policeman turned stand-up Alfie Moore with a tale of his brief stint as a custody officer.	07:00 Ayres on the Air—Series 6, Home 2/4 Poet and entertainer Pam Ayres presents poems, sketches and anecdotes on the theme of home 07:30 Stand-Up Specials—Geoff Norcott: Geofferendum Geoff Norcott examines the limits to our belief in democracy.	07:00 Lobby Land—Series 1, Summer in the City 4/4 Young political editor Sam Peakes needs a story - fast. 07:30 'Whatever Next?' with Miles Jupp—Series 1, Episode 3 3/4 Can a professional life coach sort Miles out?	07:00 Turf Wars—An Incident at the Border 2/4 Two young lovers are separated by a brand new border. 07:30 Gemma Arrowsmith's Sketched Out—Series 1, E-Host! 4/4 Last in the series. Gemma is replaced as host by an artificial intelligence, E-Host!	07:00 Quanderhorn—The Quanderhorn Xperimentations, Mummy! My Donkey's Head Is Exploding 2/6 Martian hostage Guuuurk risks his life and his sanity to save the crew from the X-Barrier. 07:30 Now You're Asking with Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn—The Pockets Problem Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn lay into to payment, pizza and pockets problems.	07:30 Great Lives—Caroline Quentin nominates Sir John Vanbrugh Caroline Quentin nominates the 17th century dramatist and architect Sir John Vanbrugh	07:10 Inheritance Tracks—Carly Simon Singer-songwriter Carly Simon chooses 'Something Wonderful' from The King and I. 07:20 Tim Jackson - The Rainbow Bridge (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 As Kate worries over David's health scare - she receives more unnerving news.
08:00	08:00 Round the Horne—Series 3, Episode 14 14/20 Trouble at sea for Kenneth Horne, and Julian and Sandy go trolling on a bona fox hunt. 08:30 Anything Legal—Episode 2 2/8 Two city gents finally admit they have been sacked and take action.	08:00 The Goon Show—Series 5, The Dreaded Batter Pudding Hurler of Bexhill-on-Sea 26/24 Extended restored episode of the surreal classic comedy. 08:30 Little Blighty on the Down—Series 3, Episode 2 2/5 A mysterious Parish council informant phones The Bugle's editor.	08:00 The Missing Hancocks—Series 2, The Marriage Bureau 3/5 Hancock needs to get married to get a job. A 1955 original re-recorded in in 2015. 08:30 Flying the Flag—Series 2, Submarine Diplomacy 8/8 The Embassy faces tough questions back home.	08:00 The Burkiss Way—Series 2, Govern Britain the Burkiss Way 4/13 The comic team sweep to a political landslide. Stars Jo Kendall and Nigel Rees. 08:30 Girlies—Series 2, Episode 1 1/4 Vinny arrives home with a bundle of joy whilst Samina is furious with Saleem.	08:00 Share and Share Alike—The Strike 4/9 Brothers Jack and Lesley feud over a colleague. Stars Hugh Paddick and Michael Robbins. 08:30 A Very Private Man—Episode 4 4/6 Panic stations when Helen's mother arrives unannounced.	08:00 The Write Stuff—Series 13, John Donne 5/6 James Walton chairs. With John Walsh, Lynne Truss, Jane Thynne and Christopher Brookmyre. 08:30 Ayres on the Air—Series 6, Home 2/4 Poet and entertainer Pam Ayres presents poems, sketches and anecdotes on the theme of home	08:30 The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket—Series 1, Daily Rehearsals 9/13 A driving lesson sparks problems aplenty for the dear ladies.
09:00	09:00 Wordaholics—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Gyles Brandreth welcomes Josh Widdicombe, Susie Dent, Helen Keen and Natalie Haynes. 09:30 Double Income, No Kids Yet—Series 1, Episode 1 1/6 Lucy sets up Daniel's party, but their mates seem too busy. Stars David Tennant.	09:00 The News Quiz—Series 109, Episode 5 5/6 Andy Zaltzman quizzes the week's news. 09:30 Lucky Heather—1. For a Few Dollars More 1/6 Living in a run-down community, Heather tries to help a family with a sick child.	09:00 The Write Stuff—Series 13, John Donne 5/6 James Walton chairs. With John Walsh, Lynne Truss, Jane Thynne and Christopher Brookmyre. 09:30 The Attractive Young Rabbi—Series 3, A Woman's Work 2/6 Happy Rabbi Su finds a role model, but Rabbi Abraham would settle for a haircut.	09:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 21, Episode 6 6/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 09:30 Coming Alive—Series 3, A Many-Splendoured Thing 2/6 Terry has reached a crossroads. Will he get to stay with Sandra or will he have to let go?	09:00 The Museum of Curiosity—Series 14, Episode 1 1/6 John Lloyd and Bridget Christie with Jessica Fostekew, Dr Shini Somara and Linda Agran. 09:30 Sharing Fatman—White Swan Sailing 3/6 Now that they own Mr Fatman, Margaret and Ken advertise for others to join a syndicate.	09:00 Steve Punt's Hancock Cuttings Tony Hancock fan Steve Punt presents oddities and rarities featuring the lad himself.	09:00 The Inimitable Jeeves—The Purity of the Turf 7/10 After the syndicate disaster, Bertie ponders what to bet on next. 09:30 Coming Alive—Series 3, A Many-Splendoured Thing 2/6 Terry has reached a crossroads. Will he get to stay with Sandra or will he have to let go?
10:00	10:00 Evelyn Waugh - Brideshead Revisited—1. Beginnings 1/4 Evelyn Waugh’s most famous novel of life, love and a forgotten era.	10:00 Evelyn Waugh - Brideshead Revisited—2. New Vistas 2/4 Friendship brings new vistas for Charles, but for ebullient Sebastian the family close in.	10:00 Evelyn Waugh - Brideshead Revisited—3. Strains 3/4 Sebastian's drinking strains his friendship with Charles, who is lured by the art of Paris	10:00 Evelyn Waugh - Brideshead Revisited—4. Stormy Waters 4/4 Charles is pleased to spot Julia on the ship, but stormy waters await.	10:00 Peter Tinniswood—The House Swap Sid is an American struggling to come to terms with English life. Stars Penelope Wilton.		10:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Lost Gems, James Stewart Actor James Stewart shares his castaway choices with Roy Plomley. 10:30 Three Plus One Three women and one man form a sketch group. With Alison Steadman and Denise Coffey.
11:00	11:00 TED Radio Hour—Series 9, Incognito 29/52 Manoush Zomorodi explores the way we go incognito in the physical and digital worlds 11:50 Inheritance Tracks—Jules Buckley Jules Buckley chooses an Arthur Conley track and Music for 18 Musicians by Steve Reich.	11:00 The Home of Radio David Hatch explores the facts, myths and legends of the BBC's much loved 'BH'.	11:00 Soul Music Mixtapes—3. 'Mr Blue Sky' to 'Can't Help Falling In Love With You' 3/3 Cerys Matthews chooses more favourite stories from 25 series of BBC Radio 4's Soul Music	11:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Lost Gems, Bing Crosby Singer and actor Bing Crosby makes his music choices. With Roy Plomley. From 1975. 11:30 Max Bygraves Entertains Max Bygraves with Bob Miller & The Millermen and guest Joe Brown.	11:00 Podcast Radio Hour—End of the World Audio Drama Apocalyptic listens, including Marvel's Wastelanders: Wolverine & We're Alive: Descendants		11:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Around the World True stories told live in the USA: Catherine Burns introduces global tales 11:50 Inheritance Tracks—Carly Simon Singer-songwriter Carly Simon chooses 'Something Wonderful' from The King and I.
12:00	12:00 Round the Horne—Series 3, Episode 14 14/20 Trouble at sea for Kenneth Horne, and Julian and Sandy go trolling on a bona fox hunt. 12:30 Anything Legal—Episode 2 2/8 Two city gents finally admit they have been sacked and take action.	12:00 The Goon Show—Series 5, The Dreaded Batter Pudding Hurler of Bexhill-on-Sea 26/24 Extended restored episode of the surreal classic comedy. 12:30 Little Blighty on the Down—Series 3, Episode 2 2/5 A mysterious Parish council informant phones The Bugle's editor.	12:00 The Missing Hancocks—Series 2, The Marriage Bureau 3/5 Hancock needs to get married to get a job. A 1955 original re-recorded in in 2015. 12:30 Flying the Flag—Series 2, Submarine Diplomacy 8/8 The Embassy faces tough questions back home.	12:00 The Burkiss Way—Series 2, Govern Britain the Burkiss Way 4/13 The comic team sweep to a political landslide. Stars Jo Kendall and Nigel Rees. 12:30 Girlies—Series 2, Episode 1 1/4 Vinny arrives home with a bundle of joy whilst Samina is furious with Saleem.	12:00 Share and Share Alike—The Strike 4/9 Brothers Jack and Lesley feud over a colleague. Stars Hugh Paddick and Michael Robbins. 12:30 A Very Private Man—Episode 4 4/6 Panic stations when Helen's mother arrives unannounced.	12:00 The Jack Benny Program—From Palm Springs with Bob Hope 2/6 Jack Benny and friends gather in Palm Springs to welcome Bob Hope. 12:20 Inheritance Tracks—Julie Walters The award-winning actress has inherited 'Moonlight Sonata' as a beloved track. 12:30 In and Out of the Kitchen—Series 3, The Awards 1/6 Damien is nominated for an award and Anthony auditions for a production of Hay Fever.	12:00 Poetry Extra—The ABC of the BBC Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 12:30 Electric Ink—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 Freddy is after buzzwords as Maddox lands a scoop on the prime minister!
13:00	13:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—2. Transformation Scene 2/6 The lothario actor has a close encounter in a photographer's studio. 13:30 Castles in Spain—1. Military Mystery 1/5 A bookseller is suddenly asked to try and solve a military mystery. Stars Ray Brooks.	13:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—3. Inside the Giant's Castle 3/6 The actor-turned-sleuth becomes involved in the compromising sex party photograph case. 13:30 Castles in Spain—2. Jock 2/5 Grahame Mayer flies to Glasgow in search of missing Jock Cameron.	13:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—4. Enter the Funny Policeman 4/6 Marius Steen's recently revised will sends the actor-turned-detective in a new direction. 13:30 Castles in Spain—3. The Nurse 3/5 Grahame has an interesting meeting with a former nurse.	13:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—5. Slapstick Scene 5/6 Jacqui spills the beans to the police. 13:30 Castles in Spain—4. Clues 4/5 Grahame meets a pop star and learns about the holy pictures. Drama with Ray Brooks.	13:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—6. King Rat 6/6 Charles Paris investigates. The actor-cum-detective faces a showdown at Streetley. 13:30 Castles in Spain—5. Death 5/5 Will Forrest’s death release bookseller Grahame Mayer from his quest?	13:00 The Home of Radio David Hatch explores the facts, myths and legends of the BBC's much loved 'BH'.	13:00 Factfulness by Hans Rosling (Omnibus) Hans Rosling’s timely book about the power of facts in a post-truth world.
14:00	14:00 A Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne—Episode 6 6/10 Edith learns more about her husband’s new novel. 14:15 Tim Jackson - The Rainbow Bridge—Episode 6 6/10 As Kate worries over David's health scare - she receives more unnerving news 14:30 Jazz in the Open Air The story of jazz outdoors - from the streets of New Orleans to a flyover in Birmingham.	14:00 A Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne—Episode 7 7/10 In New York, Maurice gets an urgent phone call. 14:15 Tim Jackson - The Rainbow Bridge—Episode 7 7/10 Kate flits between office and hospital but Charles and Emma Darwin occupy her thoughts. 14:30 I Dressed Ziggy Stardust Samira Ahmed meets British Asian women who, like her, were inspired by David Bowie.	14:00 A Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne—Episode 8 8/10 Maurice receives an unexpected request for an interview. 14:15 Tim Jackson - The Rainbow Bridge—Episode 8 8/10 The Darwins adjust to their loss and Kate closes in on her obsession with Emma. 14:30 Living Books Sandi Toksvig visits the Human Library where you borrow a person instead of a book	14:00 A Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne—Episode 9 9/10 Maurice finds himself confiding in Theo, despite his better judgement. 14:15 Tim Jackson - The Rainbow Bridge—Episode 9 9/10 After her evening with Eugene, Kate’s desire for a peaceful night is denied. 14:30 Li Yuan Chia Sally Lai explores why Chinese artist Li Yuan Chia made a home for artists in Cumbria.	14:00 A Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne—Episode 10 10/10 Maurice realises he’s made a mistake. 14:15 Tim Jackson - The Rainbow Bridge—Episode 10 10/10 David and Kate find time to confront their past whilst Emma confronts an uncertain future. 14:30 The Business of Film with Mark Kermode—Development Hell 1/3 Film critic Mark Kermode reveals the economic realities behind the film industry.	14:00 Chain Reaction—Series 5, Robert Llewellyn interviews Dave Gorman 1/6 The Red Dwarf actor meets the Genius comic in the tag-team talk show. 14:30 Rob Newman—Rob Newman's Total Eclipse of Descartes, The Inheritance 1/4 Comedian Rob Newman sets his sights on the world of philosophy.	14:10 Inheritance Tracks—Anita Dobson The actress chooses tracks by Billy Eckstine and Frank Sinatra. 14:20 Moya O'Shea - The Chocolate Lovers' Club (Omnibus) Friends recall the importance of chocolate in their lives.
15:00	15:00 Evelyn Waugh - Brideshead Revisited—1. Beginnings 1/4 Evelyn Waugh’s most famous novel of life, love and a forgotten era.	15:00 Evelyn Waugh - Brideshead Revisited—2. New Vistas 2/4 Friendship brings new vistas for Charles, but for ebullient Sebastian the family close in.	15:00 Evelyn Waugh - Brideshead Revisited—3. Strains 3/4 Sebastian's drinking strains his friendship with Charles, who is lured by the art of Paris	15:00 Evelyn Waugh - Brideshead Revisited—4. Stormy Waters 4/4 Charles is pleased to spot Julia on the ship, but stormy waters await.	15:00 Peter Tinniswood—The House Swap Sid is an American struggling to come to terms with English life. Stars Penelope Wilton.	15:00 Twenty Players—Series 1, Gentleman Jack Perkins 1/6 Des Lynam tells the story a turn-of-the-century boxing toff who never quite made it. 15:15 Elastic Planet—The Babies 1/6 Cosmic comedy connections via spoof documentaries. 15:30 Goodness Gracious Me—Series 3, Episode 6 6/6 The Archers with a twist, and the Minx Twins tackle feminism.	15:30 I Dressed Ziggy Stardust Samira Ahmed meets British Asian women who, like her, were inspired by David Bowie.
16:00	16:00 Wordaholics—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Gyles Brandreth welcomes Josh Widdicombe, Susie Dent, Helen Keen and Natalie Haynes. 16:30 Double Income, No Kids Yet—Series 1, Episode 1 1/6 Lucy sets up Daniel's party, but their mates seem too busy. Stars David Tennant.	16:00 Genius—Series 2, Carol Vorderman 2/6 Dave Gorman discusses ridiculous, brilliant but unworkable ideas with Carol Vorderman. 16:30 Lucky Heather—1. For a Few Dollars More 1/6 Living in a run-down community, Heather tries to help a family with a sick child.	16:00 The Write Stuff—Series 13, John Donne 5/6 James Walton chairs. With John Walsh, Lynne Truss, Jane Thynne and Christopher Brookmyre. 16:30 The Attractive Young Rabbi—Series 3, A Woman's Work 2/6 Happy Rabbi Su finds a role model, but Rabbi Abraham would settle for a haircut.	16:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 21, Episode 6 6/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 16:30 Coming Alive—Series 3, A Many-Splendoured Thing 2/6 Terry has reached a crossroads. Will he get to stay with Sandra or will he have to let go?	16:00 The Museum of Curiosity—Series 14, Episode 1 1/6 John Lloyd and Bridget Christie with Jessica Fostekew, Dr Shini Somara and Linda Agran. 16:30 Sharing Fatman—White Swan Sailing 3/6 Now that they own Mr Fatman, Margaret and Ken advertise for others to join a syndicate.	16:00 Jonathan Smith - Abandoned The sculptor Rodin is in Cheltenham with two women, while his true love is in an asylum.	16:00 Mr and Mrs Nobody by Keith Waterhouse The diary doings of Charles Pooter, a London clerk, and his long-suffering wife Carrie.
17:00	17:00 In and Out of the Kitchen—Series 3, The Awards 1/6 Damien is nominated for an award and Anthony auditions for a production of Hay Fever. 17:30 It's a Fair Cop—Series 7, Custody Officer 2/6 Policeman turned stand-up Alfie Moore with a tale of his brief stint as a custody officer.	17:00 Ayres on the Air—Series 6, Home 2/4 Poet and entertainer Pam Ayres presents poems, sketches and anecdotes on the theme of home 17:30 Stand-Up Specials—Geoff Norcott: Geofferendum Geoff Norcott examines the limits to our belief in democracy.	17:00 Lobby Land—Series 1, Summer in the City 4/4 Young political editor Sam Peakes needs a story - fast. 17:30 'Whatever Next?' with Miles Jupp—Series 1, Episode 3 3/4 Can a professional life coach sort Miles out?	17:00 Turf Wars—An Incident at the Border 2/4 Two young lovers are separated by a brand new border. 17:30 Gemma Arrowsmith's Sketched Out—Series 1, E-Host! 4/4 Last in the series. Gemma is replaced as host by an artificial intelligence, E-Host!	17:00 Quanderhorn—The Quanderhorn Xperimentations, Mummy! My Donkey's Head Is Exploding 2/6 Martian hostage Guuuurk risks his life and his sanity to save the crew from the X-Barrier. 17:30 Now You're Asking with Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn—The Pockets Problem Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn lay into to payment, pizza and pockets problems.	17:30 Great Lives—Caroline Quentin nominates Sir John Vanbrugh Caroline Quentin nominates the 17th century dramatist and architect Sir John Vanbrugh	17:00 Poetry Extra—The ABC of the BBC Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 17:30 Electric Ink—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 Freddy is after buzzwords as Maddox lands a scoop on the prime minister!
18:00	18:00 Nightfall—Series 2, 1. The Maid's Bell by Edith Wharton 1/5 A maid takes a job for a dysfunctional couple in a haunted house. 18:30 A Good Read—Josie Long and Romesh Ranganathan Harriett Gilbert discusses favourite books with Josie Long and Romesh Ranganathan.	18:00 Nightfall—Series 2, 2. Walter's Dog by Larry LeClair 2/5 A Newfoundlander's plan to murder his boss and fishing "buddy" goes horribly awry. 18:30 Soul Music—Series 26, True Colors How Cyndi Lauper's ballad has inspired people around the world.	18:00 Nightfall—Series 2, 3. Your Fortune in Twenty Words or Less by Larry LeClair 3/5 A carnival worker is initiated into the unusual and terrifying world of precognition. 18:30 Pioneers—Series 2, Shannon Murray 3/6 Shannon Murray speaks about becoming the UK's first disabled high street model.	18:00 Nightfall—Series 2, 4. Welcome to Homerville by Allan Guttman & Don Dickinson 4/5 RC horrifies fellow truckers when they learn he’s bound for Homerville. 18:30 Great Lives—Caroline Quentin nominates Sir John Vanbrugh Caroline Quentin nominates the 17th century dramatist and architect Sir John Vanbrugh	18:00 Nightfall—Series 2, 5. The Willoughby Obsession by George R Robertson 5/5 After three deaths at the Willoughby mansion, a journalist suspects foul play. 18:30 Musical Genes—Series 1, Rosanne Cash 1/4 Tom Morton meets the daughter of country legend Johnny Cash.	18:00 Jeff Noon - Dead Code Joe and Dixie are haunted by music in the ruins of a futuristic housing estate. 18:45 Philip Levene - The Disposal of Digby Deemed a security threat, an employee is swiftly “removed” in an unusual way	18:00 Weird Tales—Series 3, Louisa's by Amanda Whittington 3/4 Louisa is thrown into her past with memories she'd rather forget. 18:30 Jefferson 37 by Jenny Stephens—Episode 3 3/4 Dr Abbotts claims clones are emotionless, while Jefferson and Lucy probe Carter 5's fate.
19:00	19:00 Round the Horne—Series 3, Episode 14 14/20 Trouble at sea for Kenneth Horne, and Julian and Sandy go trolling on a bona fox hunt. 19:30 Anything Legal—Episode 2 2/8 Two city gents finally admit they have been sacked and take action.	19:00 The Goon Show—Series 5, The Dreaded Batter Pudding Hurler of Bexhill-on-Sea 26/24 Extended restored episode of the surreal classic comedy. 19:30 Little Blighty on the Down—Series 3, Episode 2 2/5 A mysterious Parish council informant phones The Bugle's editor.	19:00 The Missing Hancocks—Series 2, The Marriage Bureau 3/5 Hancock needs to get married to get a job. A 1955 original re-recorded in in 2015. 19:30 Flying the Flag—Series 2, Submarine Diplomacy 8/8 The Embassy faces tough questions back home.	19:00 The Burkiss Way—Series 2, Govern Britain the Burkiss Way 4/13 The comic team sweep to a political landslide. Stars Jo Kendall and Nigel Rees. 19:30 Girlies—Series 2, Episode 1 1/4 Vinny arrives home with a bundle of joy whilst Samina is furious with Saleem.	19:00 Share and Share Alike—The Strike 4/9 Brothers Jack and Lesley feud over a colleague. Stars Hugh Paddick and Michael Robbins. 19:30 A Very Private Man—Episode 4 4/6 Panic stations when Helen's mother arrives unannounced.	19:00 Steve Punt's Hancock Cuttings Tony Hancock fan Steve Punt presents oddities and rarities featuring the lad himself.	19:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Around the World True stories told live in the USA: Catherine Burns introduces global tales
20:00	20:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—2. Transformation Scene 2/6 The lothario actor has a close encounter in a photographer's studio. 20:30 Castles in Spain—1. Military Mystery 1/5 A bookseller is suddenly asked to try and solve a military mystery. Stars Ray Brooks.	20:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—3. Inside the Giant's Castle 3/6 The actor-turned-sleuth becomes involved in the compromising sex party photograph case. 20:30 Castles in Spain—2. Jock 2/5 Grahame Mayer flies to Glasgow in search of missing Jock Cameron.	20:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—4. Enter the Funny Policeman 4/6 Marius Steen's recently revised will sends the actor-turned-detective in a new direction. 20:30 Castles in Spain—3. The Nurse 3/5 Grahame has an interesting meeting with a former nurse.	20:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—5. Slapstick Scene 5/6 Jacqui spills the beans to the police. 20:30 Castles in Spain—4. Clues 4/5 Grahame meets a pop star and learns about the holy pictures. Drama with Ray Brooks.	20:00 Charles Paris: Cast, in Order of Disappearance—6. King Rat 6/6 Charles Paris investigates. The actor-cum-detective faces a showdown at Streetley. 20:30 Castles in Spain—5. Death 5/5 Will Forrest’s death release bookseller Grahame Mayer from his quest?		20:00 Mr and Mrs Nobody by Keith Waterhouse The diary doings of Charles Pooter, a London clerk, and his long-suffering wife Carrie.
21:00	21:00 TED Radio Hour—Series 9, Incognito 29/52 Manoush Zomorodi explores the way we go incognito in the physical and digital worlds 21:50 Inheritance Tracks—Jules Buckley Jules Buckley chooses an Arthur Conley track and Music for 18 Musicians by Steve Reich.	21:00 The Home of Radio David Hatch explores the facts, myths and legends of the BBC's much loved 'BH'.	21:00 Soul Music Mixtapes—3. 'Mr Blue Sky' to 'Can't Help Falling In Love With You' 3/3 Cerys Matthews chooses more favourite stories from 25 series of BBC Radio 4's Soul Music	21:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Lost Gems, Bing Crosby Singer and actor Bing Crosby makes his music choices. With Roy Plomley. From 1975. 21:30 Max Bygraves Entertains Max Bygraves with Bob Miller & The Millermen and guest Joe Brown.	21:00 Podcast Radio Hour—End of the World Audio Drama Apocalyptic listens, including Marvel's Wastelanders: Wolverine & We're Alive: Descendants		21:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Lost Gems, James Stewart Actor James Stewart shares his castaway choices with Roy Plomley. 21:30 Three Plus One Three women and one man form a sketch group. With Alison Steadman and Denise Coffey.
22:00	22:00 It's a Fair Cop—Series 7, Custody Officer 2/6 Policeman turned stand-up Alfie Moore with a tale of his brief stint as a custody officer. 22:30 Twenty Players—Series 1, Gentleman Jack Perkins 1/6 Des Lynam tells the story a turn-of-the-century boxing toff who never quite made it. 22:45 Self-Storage—Series 1, Break-Up 1/6 No woman, no job. Dave has no choice but to stow everything	22:00 Stand-Up Specials—Geoff Norcott: Geofferendum Geoff Norcott examines the limits to our belief in democracy. 22:30 Cabin Pressure—Series 1, Boston 2/6 A routine flight is disrupted by a routine fire, a routine lawsuit and a routine corpse.	22:00 'Whatever Next?' with Miles Jupp—Series 1, Episode 3 3/4 Can a professional life coach sort Miles out? 22:30 Goodness Gracious Me—Series 3, Episode 6 6/6 The Archers with a twist, and the Minx Twins tackle feminism. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Kirk Flash 1/2 The Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. And tonight, Jon Holmes speaks to Kirk Flash.	22:00 Gemma Arrowsmith's Sketched Out—Series 1, E-Host! 4/4 Last in the series. Gemma is replaced as host by an artificial intelligence, E-Host! 22:30 Great Unanswered Questions—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 Comedian Ardal O' Hanlon discovers how much fat you need to become bullet-proof! 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Kirk Flash 2/2 The Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. And tonight, Jon Holmes speaks to Kirk Flash.	22:00 Now You're Asking with Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn—The Pockets Problem Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn lay into to payment, pizza and pockets problems. 22:30 Knowing Me, Knowing You—Episode 3 3/6 A-ha! Alan Partridge meets some former hostages and France's second-best racing driver.	22:00 Rob Newman—Rob Newman's Total Eclipse of Descartes, If a Tree Falls in a Forest... 2/4 Rob does battle with Jean-Paul Sartre and the existentialists. 22:30 Chain Reaction—Series 5, Dave Gorman interviews Frank Skinner 2/6 The Genius comic asks the popular stand-up about the merits of outdoor toilets.	22:00 Electric Ink—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 Freddy is after buzzwords as Maddox lands a scoop on the prime minister! 22:30 Can't Tell Nathan Caton Nothing—Series 2, About Careful Driving 2/6 Nathan Caton acknowledges that his dad loves his car more than him. 22:45 Elastic Planet—The Train 2/6 The Ministry of Furniture and methodist pirates. Patrick Moore guest stars.
23:00	23:00 The News Quiz—Series 109, Episode 5 5/6 Andy Zaltzman quizzes the week's news. 23:30 Lionel Nimrod's Inexplicable World—Series 1, The Human Mind 5/6 The sci-fi star and inventor explains life's big mysteries. With Tom Baker.	23:00 The Shuttleworths—John Shuttleworth's Open Mind, Vampires 3/5 John goes in search of the blood-suckers of Whitby, with Fame Academy's Alistair Griffin. 23:30 2000 Years of Radio—Series 2, Sherwood FM 5/6 Can the Sheriff of Nottingham develop a sinister laugh? 23:45 Paperback Hell—Series 2, How Not To Live 5/6 Readings from the tie-in book to TV's strangely popular 'How Not To Live'.	23:00 The Million Pound Radio Show—Series 4, Episode 6 6/6 The Man Who Chooses Wrongly. Andy Hamilton and Nick Revell's satirical sketch show. 23:30 Hearing with Hegley—Series 3, Episode 2 2/8 The Luton laureate entertains a class of schoolchildren. 23:45 Late—2. From Grieving to Cross-Dressing Cross-dressing and grief - bleak, funny and confusing tales of urban life after dark.	23:00 Woof—Honest Mistakes at Home and Abroad, Habits of a Social Animal 3/4 Bittersweet stories written and performed by Chris Neill with Martin Hyder and Isy Suttie. 23:15 The East Coast Listening Post—Series 1, Old Money 1/4 Jenna and Dana get a glimpse of the dying embers of old British aristocracy. 23:30 The Party Party—Episode 2 2/6 Prime Minister Action Man explains himself to the nation. With Hugh Laurie.	23:00 Stand-Up Specials—Sophie Willan's Guide to Normality, Be Polite 4/4 Break-out comedy star Sophie Willan explores what it is to be 'polite'. 23:15 Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair—Series 3, Anthea's Round Robin 4/4 Samantha Bond stars as Anthea whose Christmas news is rather surprising. 23:30 James Acaster's Perfect Sounds—Series 2, Jen Ives & A Journey Into Darkness Jen embarks on an emotional journey with The Caretaker's Everywhere At The End of Time.	23:00 Laura Solon - Talking and Not Talking—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 Surreal take on infuriating call centres and ex-soviet tyrants. 23:30 Old Harry's Game—Series 3, This Thing Called Love 1/6 Satan worries about his image, and the Professor is concerned over his widow's remarriage.	23:00 The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy—The Primary Phase, Fit The Third 3/6 A whale meets an unfortunate end as Arthur Dent and company meet the Earth's creators. 23:30 Elis James's Pantheon of Heroes—Series 1, Politics 3/6 More historical heroism as Aneurin Bevan, Hywel Dda and more are put to the Totaliser.

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