Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 2 - 8 January 2023

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00:00	00:00 Poetry Extra—The Reindeer Poets Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 00:30 Good News Stories by Katie Hims (Omnibus) Five contemporary dramas inspired by stories from the old and new testaments.	00:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 1 1/5 Arthur Clennam befriends seamstress Amy Dorrit and meets her extraordinary family.	00:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 2 2/5 Arthur Clennam worries about his parents, but thinks he has found a new love.	00:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 3 3/5 Discoveries about the Dorrits are revealed, but Arthur is yet to solve his family's secret	00:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 4 4/5 The newly wealthy Dorrits set off on a tour of Europe, but Amy is feeling homesick.	00:00 Doctor Who—The War Doctor, 4. Legion of the Lost - Part 1/2 The Time Lord army has a seemingly endless supply of soldiers. But at what cost? 00:35 The Garden of Time by JG Ballard A dangerous rabble comes close as Mozart rings out from the villa.	00:00 Doctor Who—The War Doctor, 4. Legion of the Lost - Part 2/2 The Technomancers’ monstrous reanimation means The War Doctor must take action. 00:35 MR James—A Warning to the Curious Alex Jennings reads MR James's spine-chilller set on the windswept coast of East Anglia.
01:00	01:40 Inheritance Tracks—Jack Whitehall Comedian Jack Whitehall chooses music from the Monks of Ampleforth Abbey and Limp Bizkit. 01:50 Monsignor Quixote by Graham Greene (Omnibus)—Episode 2/2 2/2 A robber is helped by Father Quixote and Sancho, who pay an unexpected price.	01:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 1. The Mysteries of Married Life 1/6 Marital bliss is short-lived for honeymooners Lord Peter Wimsey and his wife. 01:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 1. The Red Planet 1/6 Scientist John Nicholson recalls the horrifying events signalling an invasion.	01:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 2. Credit Where Credit's Due 2/6 With Noakes dead, the superintendent has his suspicions, but Wimsey is not so sure. 01:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 2. The Heat Ray 2/6 A crater created by the landing of the first "falling star" heralds the disasters ahead	01:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 3. A Policeman's Lot 3/6 With more questions over Noakes's murder, there's a fresh revelation. 01:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 3. The Fighting Machines 3/6 As the aliens take hold, John Nicholson recalls the devastation	01:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 4. Not Why, But How 4/6 Lord Peter Wimsey and his bride try to recreate the circumstances of Noakes's murder. 01:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 4. The Black Smoke 4/6 John Nicholson witnesses the Martians invasion as they creep from their space cylinders	01:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 5 5/5 Arthur is struck by disaster, and Mrs Clennam is finally forced into revealing the secret.	01:00 Oscar Wilde—The Importance of Being Earnest Mathew Baynton and Gemma Jones star in a sparkling production of Oscar Wilde's comedy
02:00		02:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—1. Introduction 1/10 Ian McEwan's novel reimagines life and times in the 1980s 02:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 1 1/5 Nell finds herself pregnant and marries Barry, not the father, for respectability. 02:30 In and Out of the Kitchen—Series 4, The Supplement 1/6 Damien has trouble editing a food supplement. Anthony starts a business.	02:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—2. Warning 2/10 Adam, a synthetic human, warns infatuated Charlie that his partner has a dark past. 02:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 2 2/5 A child psychologist wants to adopt Jeanie. Twin sister Meg is told not to speak of her. 02:30 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 8, Rosicrucian Armageddon 2 5/6 Ed lends some authentic 'oldenspeak' to the modern gaming fraternity.	02:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—3. Desires 3/10 Synthetic human, Adam, becomes focussed on Miranda. 02:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 3 3/5 On a trip to Scarborough, Meg and Jeanie meet on the beach, and Nell stabs Harry. 02:30 Maureen & Friends—Series 1, Maureen & Friends 1/2 The irrepressible Maureen Lipman delivers her comic monologues in the BBC Radio Theatre	02:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—4. Confession 4/10 Miranda comes clean to Charlie about her night with Adam. 02:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 4 4/5 Katie Hims' heartrending story of separated twins and their search for one another. 02:30 To Hull and Back—Series 3, Last Chance Salon 1/4 Sophie is knocked over and gets offered useful compensation.	02:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 5. Crossed in Love 5/6 As the murder victim's debts mount up, Wimsey gets suspicious of his niece. 02:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 5. The Red Weed 5/6 Martian horror strikes as John Nicholson recalls the sound which sparked terror in him.	02:30 The Mirror and the Light by Hilary Mantel (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/3 Rumours circulate about Cromwell and Henry's daughter Mary.
03:00	03:00 The Betty Witherspoon Show—From 20/04/1974 Kenneth Williams and Ted Ray cross their comedy swords. With Miriam Margolyes. 03:30 Something to Shout About—Series 2, Episode 7 7/21 Mavis’s colleagues perform an ‘Eliza Doolittle’ on her in preparation for a better job.	03:00 Brothers in Law—Series 1, Counsel's Opinion 5/13 Can rookie barrister Roger Thursby stop a leak of confidential information? 03:30 Legal, Decent, Honest and Truthful—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 Cigarettes or no smoking? Ken's in a dilemma over two ad campaigns. Stars Martin Jarvis.	03:00 The Goon Show—Series 7, What's My Line? 10/26 Can anyone guess the unusual professions in a special edition of the 1950s TV quiz? 03:30 Little Blighty on the Down—Series 4, Episode 2 2/5 The Parish council needs its money, but can the bank pay out?	03:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 1, A Trip to France 11/16 The Lad is longing to sample life in France. 03:30 Life, Death and Sex with Mike and Sue—Series 1, Crises 6/6 The sofa-bound presenters tackle crises and reveal the popularity of sex.	03:00 The Men from the Ministry—The Conference Trick Not keen to secure plots on planet Venus, the government enlist the clumsy civil servants. 03:30 Simon's Bug—Episode 1 1/4 Suspecting his wife is having an affair, Simon bugs their telephone and learns much more.	03:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—5. Involvement 5/10 Charlie learns about Miranda and Peter Gorringe. 03:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 5 5/5 Katie Hims' heartrending story of separated twins and their search for one another. 03:30 Ellie Taylor's Safe Space—Series 2, 1: Parties 1/4 Why does comedian Ellie Taylor think parties should be banned?	03:45 Voices from Behind the Canvas—Sacrifice by Rachel Cusk A contemporary interpretation of the Sacrifice of Isaac, by Caravaggio.
04:00	04:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Lost Gems, Ronnie Corbett Comedian Ronnie Corbett shares his castaway choices with Roy Plomley. 04:30 The Last of The Last of the Summer Wine Broadcaster Ian McMillan pays tribute to television's longest running situation comedy.	04:00 All the Way from Memphis—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 Pop music quiz with Andrew Collins, Martin Freeman, Tracey Macleod and Stewart Lee. 04:30 Monica Dickens - My Turn To Make The Tea—The Stain on the Carpet 1/4 1950s: Poppy is junior local paper reporter. A sinister surprise awaits under her bed.	04:00 Who Goes There?—Series 2, Episode 5 5/6 With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Claire Rayner and Roy Hattersley. 04:30 No Commitments—Series 7, Soap Bubbles 6/6 Charlotte discovers that starring in a soap opera is a cut-throat business.	04:00 The Write Stuff—Series 14, The Beats 4/6 James Walton chairs the literary quiz, discussing the famous writers' collective. 04:30 Tales from the Tower—Penne Arrabbiata No Chips 1/4 From the top of Blackpool Tower, caretaker Bob Braithwaite spies on a wedding organiser.	04:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 22, Episode 4 4/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 04:30 Clare in the Community—Series 4, The Long Goodbye 6/6 Celebrating Ray's civil partnership, drunk Brian learns a lot..	04:00 Parsley Sidings—Series 1, The Excursion 6/10 Station Master Horace is keen to encourage the tourist trade. Stars Arthur Lowe. 04:30 Bristow—Series 3, The Good, the Bad and the Temporary 2/4 A new girl is in town! Bristow knows his office isn't big enough for both!	04:00 Life With The Lyons—I Hear You Calling Me A surprising request arrives for Ben, but will he be able to do his duty? 04:30 Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves—Black Eyes and Bloody Noses 5/6 Gussie is walloped and Aunt Dahlia sends Bertie on a spending spree.
05:00	05:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 1 1/5 Arthur Clennam befriends seamstress Amy Dorrit and meets her extraordinary family.	05:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 2 2/5 Arthur Clennam worries about his parents, but thinks he has found a new love.	05:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 3 3/5 Discoveries about the Dorrits are revealed, but Arthur is yet to solve his family's secret	05:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 4 4/5 The newly wealthy Dorrits set off on a tour of Europe, but Amy is feeling homesick.	05:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 5 5/5 Arthur is struck by disaster, and Mrs Clennam is finally forced into revealing the secret.	05:00 Act Your Age—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 Simon Mayo discovers which generation is the funniest. 05:30 Millport—Series 3, Restitution 2/6 Irene hits a snag with re-opening the Cumbrae Club.	05:00 1963: That Was The Year That Was—Episode 2 2/2 Michael Grade celebrates 1963 with special guests at London's Riverside Studios.
06:00	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 1. The Mysteries of Married Life 1/6 Marital bliss is short-lived for honeymooners Lord Peter Wimsey and his wife. 06:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 1. The Red Planet 1/6 Scientist John Nicholson recalls the horrifying events signalling an invasion.	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 2. Credit Where Credit's Due 2/6 With Noakes dead, the superintendent has his suspicions, but Wimsey is not so sure. 06:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 2. The Heat Ray 2/6 A crater created by the landing of the first "falling star" heralds the disasters ahead	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 3. A Policeman's Lot 3/6 With more questions over Noakes's murder, there's a fresh revelation. 06:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 3. The Fighting Machines 3/6 As the aliens take hold, John Nicholson recalls the devastation	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 4. Not Why, But How 4/6 Lord Peter Wimsey and his bride try to recreate the circumstances of Noakes's murder. 06:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 4. The Black Smoke 4/6 John Nicholson witnesses the Martians invasion as they creep from their space cylinders	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 5. Crossed in Love 5/6 As the murder victim's debts mount up, Wimsey gets suspicious of his niece. 06:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 5. The Red Weed 5/6 Martian horror strikes as John Nicholson recalls the sound which sparked terror in him.	06:00 Oscar Wilde—The Importance of Being Earnest Mathew Baynton and Gemma Jones star in a sparkling production of Oscar Wilde's comedy	06:00 Poetry Extra—Poetry Workshop - Essay on Snow by Sean O'Brien Daljit Nagra finds interesting programmes in the BBC's poetry archive. 06:30 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 Ian McEwan's novel reimagines life and times in the 1980s
07:00	07:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—1. Introduction 1/10 Ian McEwan's novel reimagines life and times in the 1980s 07:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 1 1/5 Nell finds herself pregnant and marries Barry, not the father, for respectability. 07:30 In and Out of the Kitchen—Series 4, The Supplement 1/6 Damien has trouble editing a food supplement. Anthony starts a business.	07:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—2. Warning 2/10 Adam, a synthetic human, warns infatuated Charlie that his partner has a dark past. 07:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 2 2/5 A child psychologist wants to adopt Jeanie. Twin sister Meg is told not to speak of her. 07:30 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 8, Rosicrucian Armageddon 2 5/6 Ed lends some authentic 'oldenspeak' to the modern gaming fraternity.	07:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—3. Desires 3/10 Synthetic human, Adam, becomes focussed on Miranda. 07:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 3 3/5 On a trip to Scarborough, Meg and Jeanie meet on the beach, and Nell stabs Harry. 07:30 Maureen & Friends—Series 1, Maureen & Friends 1/2 The irrepressible Maureen Lipman delivers her comic monologues in the BBC Radio Theatre	07:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—4. Confession 4/10 Miranda comes clean to Charlie about her night with Adam. 07:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 4 4/5 Katie Hims' heartrending story of separated twins and their search for one another. 07:30 To Hull and Back—Series 3, Last Chance Salon 1/4 Sophie is knocked over and gets offered useful compensation.	07:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—5. Involvement 5/10 Charlie learns about Miranda and Peter Gorringe. 07:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 5 5/5 Katie Hims' heartrending story of separated twins and their search for one another. 07:30 Ellie Taylor's Safe Space—Series 2, 1: Parties 1/4 Why does comedian Ellie Taylor think parties should be banned?	07:30 The Mirror and the Light by Hilary Mantel (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/3 Rumours circulate about Cromwell and Henry's daughter Mary.	07:40 Inheritance Tracks—Biddy Baxter Blue Peter editor Biddy Baxter chooses Paul Robeson and Mozart. 07:50 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims (Omnibus) Katie Hims' heartrending story of separated twins and their search for one another.
08:00	08:00 Brothers in Law—Series 1, Counsel's Opinion 5/13 Can rookie barrister Roger Thursby stop a leak of confidential information? 08:30 Legal, Decent, Honest and Truthful—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 Cigarettes or no smoking? Ken's in a dilemma over two ad campaigns. Stars Martin Jarvis.	08:00 The Goon Show—Series 7, What's My Line? 10/26 Can anyone guess the unusual professions in a special edition of the 1950s TV quiz? 08:30 Little Blighty on the Down—Series 4, Episode 2 2/5 The Parish council needs its money, but can the bank pay out?	08:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 1, A Trip to France 11/16 The Lad is longing to sample life in France. 08:30 Life, Death and Sex with Mike and Sue—Series 1, Crises 6/6 The sofa-bound presenters tackle crises and reveal the popularity of sex.	08:00 The Men from the Ministry—The Conference Trick Not keen to secure plots on planet Venus, the government enlist the clumsy civil servants. 08:30 Simon's Bug—Episode 1 1/4 Suspecting his wife is having an affair, Simon bugs their telephone and learns much more.	08:00 Parsley Sidings—Series 1, The Excursion 6/10 Station Master Horace is keen to encourage the tourist trade. Stars Arthur Lowe. 08:30 Bristow—Series 3, The Good, the Bad and the Temporary 2/4 A new girl is in town! Bristow knows his office isn't big enough for both!	08:45 Voices from Behind the Canvas—Sacrifice by Rachel Cusk A contemporary interpretation of the Sacrifice of Isaac, by Caravaggio.
09:00	09:00 All the Way from Memphis—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 Pop music quiz with Andrew Collins, Martin Freeman, Tracey Macleod and Stewart Lee. 09:30 Monica Dickens - My Turn To Make The Tea—The Stain on the Carpet 1/4 1950s: Poppy is junior local paper reporter. A sinister surprise awaits under her bed.	09:00 Who Goes There?—Series 2, Episode 5 5/6 With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Claire Rayner and Roy Hattersley. 09:30 No Commitments—Series 7, Soap Bubbles 6/6 Charlotte discovers that starring in a soap opera is a cut-throat business.	09:00 The Write Stuff—Series 14, The Beats 4/6 James Walton chairs the literary quiz, discussing the famous writers' collective. 09:30 Tales from the Tower—Penne Arrabbiata No Chips 1/4 From the top of Blackpool Tower, caretaker Bob Braithwaite spies on a wedding organiser.	09:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 22, Episode 4 4/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 09:30 Clare in the Community—Series 4, The Long Goodbye 6/6 Celebrating Ray's civil partnership, drunk Brian learns a lot..	09:00 Act Your Age—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 Simon Mayo discovers which generation is the funniest. 09:30 Millport—Series 3, Restitution 2/6 Irene hits a snag with re-opening the Cumbrae Club.	09:00 Life With The Lyons—I Hear You Calling Me A surprising request arrives for Ben, but will he be able to do his duty? 09:30 Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves—Black Eyes and Bloody Noses 5/6 Gussie is walloped and Aunt Dahlia sends Bertie on a spending spree.	09:00 The Betty Witherspoon Show—From 04/05/1974 Quick-fire sketches and a rollicking trip to Rasputin's Russia. From May 1974. 09:30 Something to Shout About—Series 2, Episode 8 8/21 The outcome of a Parisian photoshoot is ruined, so it has to be redone – on a budget.
10:00	10:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 1 1/5 Arthur Clennam befriends seamstress Amy Dorrit and meets her extraordinary family.	10:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 2 2/5 Arthur Clennam worries about his parents, but thinks he has found a new love.	10:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 3 3/5 Discoveries about the Dorrits are revealed, but Arthur is yet to solve his family's secret	10:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 4 4/5 The newly wealthy Dorrits set off on a tour of Europe, but Amy is feeling homesick.	10:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 5 5/5 Arthur is struck by disaster, and Mrs Clennam is finally forced into revealing the secret.	10:00 1963: That Was The Year That Was—Episode 2 2/2 Michael Grade celebrates 1963 with special guests at London's Riverside Studios.	10:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Longplay, Ant and Dec 4 Extra's extended edition. Kirsty Young chats to Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly.
11:00	11:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 1. The Mysteries of Married Life 1/6 Marital bliss is short-lived for honeymooners Lord Peter Wimsey and his wife. 11:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 1. The Red Planet 1/6 Scientist John Nicholson recalls the horrifying events signalling an invasion.	11:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 2. Credit Where Credit's Due 2/6 With Noakes dead, the superintendent has his suspicions, but Wimsey is not so sure. 11:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 2. The Heat Ray 2/6 A crater created by the landing of the first "falling star" heralds the disasters ahead	11:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 3. A Policeman's Lot 3/6 With more questions over Noakes's murder, there's a fresh revelation. 11:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 3. The Fighting Machines 3/6 As the aliens take hold, John Nicholson recalls the devastation	11:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 4. Not Why, But How 4/6 Lord Peter Wimsey and his bride try to recreate the circumstances of Noakes's murder. 11:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 4. The Black Smoke 4/6 John Nicholson witnesses the Martians invasion as they creep from their space cylinders	11:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 5. Crossed in Love 5/6 As the murder victim's debts mount up, Wimsey gets suspicious of his niece. 11:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 5. The Red Weed 5/6 Martian horror strikes as John Nicholson recalls the sound which sparked terror in him.	11:00 Oscar Wilde—The Importance of Being Earnest Mathew Baynton and Gemma Jones star in a sparkling production of Oscar Wilde's comedy	11:00 Poetry Extra—Poetry Workshop - Essay on Snow by Sean O'Brien Daljit Nagra finds interesting programmes in the BBC's poetry archive. 11:30 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 Ian McEwan's novel reimagines life and times in the 1980s
12:00	12:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—1. Introduction 1/10 Ian McEwan's novel reimagines life and times in the 1980s 12:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 1 1/5 Nell finds herself pregnant and marries Barry, not the father, for respectability. 12:30 In and Out of the Kitchen—Series 4, The Supplement 1/6 Damien has trouble editing a food supplement. Anthony starts a business.	12:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—2. Warning 2/10 Adam, a synthetic human, warns infatuated Charlie that his partner has a dark past. 12:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 2 2/5 A child psychologist wants to adopt Jeanie. Twin sister Meg is told not to speak of her. 12:30 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 8, Rosicrucian Armageddon 2 5/6 Ed lends some authentic 'oldenspeak' to the modern gaming fraternity.	12:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—3. Desires 3/10 Synthetic human, Adam, becomes focussed on Miranda. 12:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 3 3/5 On a trip to Scarborough, Meg and Jeanie meet on the beach, and Nell stabs Harry. 12:30 Maureen & Friends—Series 1, Maureen & Friends 1/2 The irrepressible Maureen Lipman delivers her comic monologues in the BBC Radio Theatre	12:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—4. Confession 4/10 Miranda comes clean to Charlie about her night with Adam. 12:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 4 4/5 Katie Hims' heartrending story of separated twins and their search for one another. 12:30 To Hull and Back—Series 3, Last Chance Salon 1/4 Sophie is knocked over and gets offered useful compensation.	12:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—5. Involvement 5/10 Charlie learns about Miranda and Peter Gorringe. 12:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 5 5/5 Katie Hims' heartrending story of separated twins and their search for one another. 12:30 Ellie Taylor's Safe Space—Series 2, 1: Parties 1/4 Why does comedian Ellie Taylor think parties should be banned?	12:30 The Mirror and the Light by Hilary Mantel (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/3 Rumours circulate about Cromwell and Henry's daughter Mary.	12:40 Inheritance Tracks—Biddy Baxter Blue Peter editor Biddy Baxter chooses Paul Robeson and Mozart. 12:50 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims (Omnibus) Katie Hims' heartrending story of separated twins and their search for one another.
13:00	13:00 Brothers in Law—Series 1, Counsel's Opinion 5/13 Can rookie barrister Roger Thursby stop a leak of confidential information? 13:30 Legal, Decent, Honest and Truthful—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 Cigarettes or no smoking? Ken's in a dilemma over two ad campaigns. Stars Martin Jarvis.	13:00 The Goon Show—Series 7, What's My Line? 10/26 Can anyone guess the unusual professions in a special edition of the 1950s TV quiz? 13:30 Little Blighty on the Down—Series 4, Episode 2 2/5 The Parish council needs its money, but can the bank pay out?	13:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 1, A Trip to France 11/16 The Lad is longing to sample life in France. 13:30 Life, Death and Sex with Mike and Sue—Series 1, Crises 6/6 The sofa-bound presenters tackle crises and reveal the popularity of sex.	13:00 The Men from the Ministry—The Conference Trick Not keen to secure plots on planet Venus, the government enlist the clumsy civil servants. 13:30 Simon's Bug—Episode 1 1/4 Suspecting his wife is having an affair, Simon bugs their telephone and learns much more.	13:00 Parsley Sidings—Series 1, The Excursion 6/10 Station Master Horace is keen to encourage the tourist trade. Stars Arthur Lowe. 13:30 Bristow—Series 3, The Good, the Bad and the Temporary 2/4 A new girl is in town! Bristow knows his office isn't big enough for both!	13:45 Voices from Behind the Canvas—Sacrifice by Rachel Cusk A contemporary interpretation of the Sacrifice of Isaac, by Caravaggio.
14:00	14:00 All the Way from Memphis—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 Pop music quiz with Andrew Collins, Martin Freeman, Tracey Macleod and Stewart Lee. 14:30 Monica Dickens - My Turn To Make The Tea—The Stain on the Carpet 1/4 1950s: Poppy is junior local paper reporter. A sinister surprise awaits under her bed.	14:00 Who Goes There?—Series 2, Episode 5 5/6 With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Claire Rayner and Roy Hattersley. 14:30 No Commitments—Series 7, Soap Bubbles 6/6 Charlotte discovers that starring in a soap opera is a cut-throat business.	14:00 The Write Stuff—Series 14, The Beats 4/6 James Walton chairs the literary quiz, discussing the famous writers' collective. 14:30 Tales from the Tower—Penne Arrabbiata No Chips 1/4 From the top of Blackpool Tower, caretaker Bob Braithwaite spies on a wedding organiser.	14:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 22, Episode 4 4/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 14:30 Clare in the Community—Series 4, The Long Goodbye 6/6 Celebrating Ray's civil partnership, drunk Brian learns a lot..	14:00 Act Your Age—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 Simon Mayo discovers which generation is the funniest. 14:30 Millport—Series 3, Restitution 2/6 Irene hits a snag with re-opening the Cumbrae Club.	14:00 Life With The Lyons—I Hear You Calling Me A surprising request arrives for Ben, but will he be able to do his duty? 14:30 Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves—Black Eyes and Bloody Noses 5/6 Gussie is walloped and Aunt Dahlia sends Bertie on a spending spree.	14:00 The Betty Witherspoon Show—From 04/05/1974 Quick-fire sketches and a rollicking trip to Rasputin's Russia. From May 1974. 14:30 Something to Shout About—Series 2, Episode 8 8/21 The outcome of a Parisian photoshoot is ruined, so it has to be redone – on a budget.
15:00	15:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 1 1/5 Arthur Clennam befriends seamstress Amy Dorrit and meets her extraordinary family.	15:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 2 2/5 Arthur Clennam worries about his parents, but thinks he has found a new love.	15:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 3 3/5 Discoveries about the Dorrits are revealed, but Arthur is yet to solve his family's secret	15:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 4 4/5 The newly wealthy Dorrits set off on a tour of Europe, but Amy is feeling homesick.	15:00 Charles Dickens—Little Dorrit, Episode 5 5/5 Arthur is struck by disaster, and Mrs Clennam is finally forced into revealing the secret.	15:00 1963: That Was The Year That Was—Episode 2 2/2 Michael Grade celebrates 1963 with special guests at London's Riverside Studios.	15:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Longplay, Ant and Dec 4 Extra's extended edition. Kirsty Young chats to Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly.
16:00	16:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 1. The Mysteries of Married Life 1/6 Marital bliss is short-lived for honeymooners Lord Peter Wimsey and his wife. 16:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 1. The Red Planet 1/6 Scientist John Nicholson recalls the horrifying events signalling an invasion.	16:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 2. Credit Where Credit's Due 2/6 With Noakes dead, the superintendent has his suspicions, but Wimsey is not so sure. 16:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 2. The Heat Ray 2/6 A crater created by the landing of the first "falling star" heralds the disasters ahead	16:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 3. A Policeman's Lot 3/6 With more questions over Noakes's murder, there's a fresh revelation. 16:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 3. The Fighting Machines 3/6 As the aliens take hold, John Nicholson recalls the devastation	16:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 4. Not Why, But How 4/6 Lord Peter Wimsey and his bride try to recreate the circumstances of Noakes's murder. 16:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 4. The Black Smoke 4/6 John Nicholson witnesses the Martians invasion as they creep from their space cylinders	16:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - Busman's Honeymoon, 5. Crossed in Love 5/6 As the murder victim's debts mount up, Wimsey gets suspicious of his niece. 16:30 HG Wells—The War of the Worlds, 5. The Red Weed 5/6 Martian horror strikes as John Nicholson recalls the sound which sparked terror in him.	16:00 Doctor Who—The War Doctor, 4. Legion of the Lost - Part 1/2 The Time Lord army has a seemingly endless supply of soldiers. But at what cost? 16:35 The Garden of Time by JG Ballard A dangerous rabble comes close as Mozart rings out from the villa.	16:00 Doctor Who—The War Doctor, 4. Legion of the Lost - Part 2/2 The Technomancers’ monstrous reanimation means The War Doctor must take action. 16:35 MR James—A Warning to the Curious Alex Jennings reads MR James's spine-chilller set on the windswept coast of East Anglia.
17:00	17:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—1. Introduction 1/10 Ian McEwan's novel reimagines life and times in the 1980s 17:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 1 1/5 Nell finds herself pregnant and marries Barry, not the father, for respectability. 17:30 In and Out of the Kitchen—Series 4, The Supplement 1/6 Damien has trouble editing a food supplement. Anthony starts a business.	17:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—2. Warning 2/10 Adam, a synthetic human, warns infatuated Charlie that his partner has a dark past. 17:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 2 2/5 A child psychologist wants to adopt Jeanie. Twin sister Meg is told not to speak of her. 17:30 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 8, Rosicrucian Armageddon 2 5/6 Ed lends some authentic 'oldenspeak' to the modern gaming fraternity.	17:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—3. Desires 3/10 Synthetic human, Adam, becomes focussed on Miranda. 17:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 3 3/5 On a trip to Scarborough, Meg and Jeanie meet on the beach, and Nell stabs Harry. 17:30 Maureen & Friends—Series 1, Maureen & Friends 1/2 The irrepressible Maureen Lipman delivers her comic monologues in the BBC Radio Theatre	17:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—4. Confession 4/10 Miranda comes clean to Charlie about her night with Adam. 17:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 4 4/5 Katie Hims' heartrending story of separated twins and their search for one another. 17:30 To Hull and Back—Series 3, Last Chance Salon 1/4 Sophie is knocked over and gets offered useful compensation.	17:00 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan—5. Involvement 5/10 Charlie learns about Miranda and Peter Gorringe. 17:15 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims—Episode 5 5/5 Katie Hims' heartrending story of separated twins and their search for one another. 17:30 Ellie Taylor's Safe Space—Series 2, 1: Parties 1/4 Why does comedian Ellie Taylor think parties should be banned?	17:00 Oscar Wilde—The Importance of Being Earnest Mathew Baynton and Gemma Jones star in a sparkling production of Oscar Wilde's comedy	17:00 Poetry Extra—Poetry Workshop - Essay on Snow by Sean O'Brien Daljit Nagra finds interesting programmes in the BBC's poetry archive. 17:30 Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 Ian McEwan's novel reimagines life and times in the 1980s
18:00	18:00 Brothers in Law—Series 1, Counsel's Opinion 5/13 Can rookie barrister Roger Thursby stop a leak of confidential information? 18:30 Legal, Decent, Honest and Truthful—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 Cigarettes or no smoking? Ken's in a dilemma over two ad campaigns. Stars Martin Jarvis.	18:00 The Goon Show—Series 7, What's My Line? 10/26 Can anyone guess the unusual professions in a special edition of the 1950s TV quiz? 18:30 Little Blighty on the Down—Series 4, Episode 2 2/5 The Parish council needs its money, but can the bank pay out?	18:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 1, A Trip to France 11/16 The Lad is longing to sample life in France. 18:30 Life, Death and Sex with Mike and Sue—Series 1, Crises 6/6 The sofa-bound presenters tackle crises and reveal the popularity of sex.	18:00 The Men from the Ministry—The Conference Trick Not keen to secure plots on planet Venus, the government enlist the clumsy civil servants. 18:30 Simon's Bug—Episode 1 1/4 Suspecting his wife is having an affair, Simon bugs their telephone and learns much more.	18:00 Parsley Sidings—Series 1, The Excursion 6/10 Station Master Horace is keen to encourage the tourist trade. Stars Arthur Lowe. 18:30 Bristow—Series 3, The Good, the Bad and the Temporary 2/4 A new girl is in town! Bristow knows his office isn't big enough for both!	18:30 The Mirror and the Light by Hilary Mantel (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/3 Rumours circulate about Cromwell and Henry's daughter Mary.	18:40 Inheritance Tracks—Biddy Baxter Blue Peter editor Biddy Baxter chooses Paul Robeson and Mozart. 18:50 Black Eyed Girls by Katie Hims (Omnibus) Katie Hims' heartrending story of separated twins and their search for one another.
19:00	19:00 Jake Yapp's Unwinding—Series 1, Episode 1 1/20 Comedian and broadcaster Jake Yapp with three hours of comedy, guests and games.	19:00 Jake Yapp's Unwinding—Series 1, Episode 2 2/20 Comedian and broadcaster Jake Yapp with three hours of comedy, guests and games.	19:00 Jake Yapp's Unwinding—Series 1, Episode 3 3/20 Comedian and broadcaster Jake Yapp with three hours of comedy, guests and games.	19:00 Jake Yapp's Unwinding—Series 1, Episode 4 4/20 Comedian and broadcaster Jake Yapp with three hours of comedy, guests and games.	19:00 Jake Yapp's Unwinding—Series 1, Episode 5 5/20 Comedian and broadcaster Jake Yapp with three hours of comedy, guests and games.	19:45 Voices from Behind the Canvas—Sacrifice by Rachel Cusk A contemporary interpretation of the Sacrifice of Isaac, by Caravaggio.
20:00						20:00 Life With The Lyons—I Hear You Calling Me A surprising request arrives for Ben, but will he be able to do his duty? 20:30 Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves—Black Eyes and Bloody Noses 5/6 Gussie is walloped and Aunt Dahlia sends Bertie on a spending spree.	20:00 The Betty Witherspoon Show—From 04/05/1974 Quick-fire sketches and a rollicking trip to Rasputin's Russia. From May 1974. 20:30 Something to Shout About—Series 2, Episode 8 8/21 The outcome of a Parisian photoshoot is ruined, so it has to be redone – on a budget.
21:00						21:00 1963: That Was The Year That Was—Episode 2 2/2 Michael Grade celebrates 1963 with special guests at London's Riverside Studios.	21:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Longplay, Ant and Dec 4 Extra's extended edition. Kirsty Young chats to Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly.
22:00	22:00 Just a Minute—Series 90, 1. Boxing Day Sales, Snakes and Ladders, and Turkey Sandwiches 1/8 Sue Perkins hosts Radio 4's longest-running panel show, Just a Minute. 22:30 Lucy Montgomery's Variety Pack—Series 1, Episode 2 2/4 Faded Broadway diva Candi Karmel, plus more characters from the 'one-woman Fast Show'.	22:00 The Cold Swedish Winter—Series 5, An American in Yxsjö 2/4 The Swedish family Andersson meet an American cousin. 22:30 Cabin Pressure—Series 2, Gdansk 2/6 Carolyn solves the Case Of The Poisoned Cashews and Martin does the Seven Deadly Sins.	22:00 BBC New Comedy Awards 2022 Kerry Godliman hosts the grand final of this year's comedy contest. 22:30 Mark Watson Makes the World Substantially Better—Series 1, Greed/Gluttony 1/6 The comedian sets out on his quest to free us from the seven deadly sins.	22:00 Fags, Mags and Bags—Series 10, 1. Racismpallooza 1/4 Return of the Scots-Asian corner shop comedy. Stars Sanjeev Kohli and Donald Mcleary. 22:30 The Remains of Foley and McColl—The Real You 1/4 Sean Foley and Hamish McColl's producer forces them to get proper jobs.	22:00 The Confessional—Series 3, The Confession of Maisie Adam 4/6 It's comedian Maisie Adam's turn to share her guilty secrets with Stephen Mangan. 22:30 Beauty of Britain—Series 1, The Lord Lieutenant's Lady 2/6 Beauty has the hots for worship leader Wayne, but warring couples intervene.	22:00 John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme—Series 2, Episode 5 5/6 Some moth-based lunacy and a heartwarming tale of the days before health and safety. 22:30 Britain in Bits with Ross Noble—Series 1, Episode 3 3/4 Ross Noble presents a magazine show with studio guests and stories from around Britain.	22:00 Electric Ink—Series 2, Episode 5 5/6 Can struggling journalist Maddox's literary pretentions survive in the new media world? 22:30 Party—Series 2, It's Technology, Stupid 2/4 The young, aspiring politicians take their Party campaign to the internet.
23:00	23:00 The News Quiz—Series 110, Best of 2022 1/11 A look back on some of the best bits of News Quizzing from 2022. 23:45 Crème de la Crime—Series 3, The Lies of the Artists 2/4 Michael Feydeau and David Pershore probe a case of counterfeit art.	23:00 My Teenage Diary—Series 9, Julie Myerson 5/6 Rufus Hound talks to writer Julie Myerson about the diaries from her formative years. 23:30 The Celebrity Voicemail Show—Series 2, Nigel Farage 2/2 Kayvan Novak imagines Nigel Farage's voicemail as he flies off to America. 23:45 Guy Browning's Small Talk—Series 1, Duvet Control 2/2 The battle of the sexes rages over cold feet and tog ratings.	23:00 The Million Pound Radio Show—Series 5, Episode 5 5/6 Thomas the Tank Engine goes rogue. Andy Hamilton and Nick Revell's sharp humour. 23:30 Mae Martin's Guide to 21st Century Addiction—What Makes a Habit an Addiction? Stand-up Mae Martin draws connections between her obsessive patterns of behaviour.	23:00 Steven Appleby's Normal Life—Series 1, The Normal Mind 5/6 Facing surgery, the cartoonist explores his brain's inner workings. 23:15 Sir Henry at Rawlinson End—A Christmas Eating at Rawlinson End 3/5 Surreal saga of a dynasty delicately balanced on the edge of sanity. 23:30 Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang-Ups—Series 2, The Well of Loneliness 6/6 Tom finds himself on a Derbyshire moor in search of a dreadful family secret.	23:00 Lewis Macleod Is Not Himself—Episode 1 1/4 The show that looks behind the scenes at the life and work of the star impressionist. 23:30 James Acaster's Perfect Sounds—Series 2, Fern Brady & The Punk Beyoncé Black Terry Cat by Xenia Rubinos is a magical album drawing on many influences.	23:00 Vent—Series 1, Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go 1/6 Ben is in a coma. While his family wonder how to wake him up, his mind is busy elsewhere. 23:30 Radio Shuttleworth—Series 2, Matthew Kelly 6/6 Matthew Kelly joins Sheffield singer John for a special edition of Stars in Their Eyes.	23:00 The Skivers—Series 1, Ken Campbell 2/5 Action from ancient Greece to 221B Baker Street. Comedy with guest Ken Campbell. 23:30 4 at the Store—Series 2, Episode 3 3/4 Stand-up with host Simon Bligh, Ian Stone, Ronnie Golden and Jo Caulfield.

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