Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 9 - 15 October 2023

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00:00	00:00 Poetry Extra—The Cultural Frontline - Toni Morrison: Power In Prose And Poetry Daljit Nagra finds the best programmes in the BBC's poetry archive. 00:30 Ricky by Ricky Tomlinson (Omnibus) The Royle Family actor Ricky Tomlinson reads from his best-selling autobiography.	00:00 Whodunnits—Baldi - Series 4, The Empty Vessel 5/6 When a student is knocked down by a car the priestly sleuth must interview his friends. 00:45 Short Works—The Blooming by Olga Grushin A woman falls in love and then her furniture starts to sprout flowers and grass.	00:00 Whodunnits—Baldi - Series 4, Shelter 6/6 The sleuth links the murder of a homeless man in a Dublin squat with the history of art. 00:45 The Rainbow by Richard Cutler When the love of his life sets Lao Chi Hi tasks, another marriage prospect appears.	00:00 Piaf and Cocteau The entwined lives of singer Edith Piaf and the artist and author, Jean Cocteau. 00:45 The Other Girl by John Mortimer Beth can’t get any acting jobs, so who is her successful rival - the ‘other girl’?	00:00 Andrew Rissik - A Man Alone—1. Anthony 1/3 Philip Tremayne relives his friendship with the clever but vulnerable Anthony.	00:00 The Bee Maker by Anita Sullivan In the year 2020 the bees are nearly all gone. And human beings might be next. 00:45 The Man and the Snake by Ambrose Bierce Harker Brayton is relaxing when he notices a large snake in the room.	00:00 The Man in Black—Series 2, 5. The Old Road by Penelope Skinner 5/5 Another unsettling encounter with Mark Gatiss as the Man in Black 00:30 The Price of Fear—Remains to Be Seen Vincent Price tells of two emasculated husbands, and their plot to escape domestication.
01:00	01:40 Inheritance Tracks—Alice Oseman Author Alice Oseman selects tracks by Fleetwood Mac and Babadoobe. 01:50 Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 Emma prepares to leave Charles, but her complicated love-life is beginning to fall apart.	01:00 Jenny Stephens - Project Archangel—3. Task 3/4 Ghosts and special agents once again work together in the sequel to Project Raphael. 01:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 2. Cheat 2/6 The Master and Dean's feuding intensifies as a student is found cheating.	01:00 Jenny Stephens - Project Archangel—4. Revelations 4/4 Ghosts and special agents once again work together in the sequel to Project Raphael. 01:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 3. Death 3/6 A student is found hanged. Suicide - or murder?	01:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 1. Stranger 1/3 The Argyle Family is visited by a stranger with unwelcome news. 01:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 4. Sidetracked 4/6 A student's murder confession doesn't convince Simon, but he's soon sidetracked...	01:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 2. Searching 2/3 Dr Calgary joins forces with Huish to find out the truth about Rachel Argyle's murder. 01:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 5. Relish 5/6 Simon's murder probe continues, whilst The Dean is after promotion.	01:00 Andrew Rissik - A Man Alone—2. Jennifer 2/3 Philip remembers when he escaped England to try and find peace on a Greek island.	01:00 The False Diaghilev Serge Diaghilev, creator of the Ballet Russe, reflects on his extraordinary life
02:00		02:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—1. Family Reunion 1/10 A Cornish house with a fragrant lawn links five cousins through war and adulthood. 02:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—1. Long Distance 1/5 Tess is married to an astronaut aboard the International Space Station. An honour, or not? 02:30 Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar—Series 2, La Vie Moral 4/4 Alexei considers how one might live an ethical life.	02:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—2. Things Fall Apart 2/10 As the sirens sound for the Second World War, Monica has good reason to be worried. 02:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—2. Coma Mystery 2/5 Tess investigates the mystery of an unidentified patient in a coma. 02:30 Showstopper—5. The Magical Sea Of Dreams 5/6 The Showstopper team improvise an entire musical in front of your very ears.	02:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—3. Honeymoon's Over 3/10 As Calypso weds wealthy Scotsman Hector Grant, the other cousins must move on. 02:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—3. Distraction 3/5 Astronaut Scott is about to take his first spacewalk but his wife's mind is not on that. 02:30 Relativity—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Jane treats Ken and Margaret to a slap up cream tea with a little too much prosecco.	02:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—4. The Violinist 4/10 The cousins' relationships blossom in London, but the war starts to take its toll. 02:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—4. Reaction 4/5 When Scott loses consciousness on his spacewalk, Tess's reaction surprises them both. 02:30 What Does the K Stand For?—Series 1, First Love 3/6 Young Stephen falls in love, discovers something about himself and breaks his first heart.	02:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 3. On Guard 3/3 Now Philip has been found dead, Dr Calgary is believed, and everyone is on their guard. 02:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, Episode 6 6/6 Can Simon gather the evidence to prove who the killer is - and stop more murders?	02:30 The Remarkable Life of the Skin (Omnibus) Exploring the layers and lives of our largest yet most misunderstood organ.
03:00	03:00 A Life of Bliss—From 02/07/1957 David Bliss has met a ‘vision’ at a party – could it lead to lasting romance? 03:30 Home to Roost—Series 1, Do It Youself 5/6 William’s DIY efforts shock both him and Olive. Stars Deryck Guyler and Molly Sugden.	03:00 Steptoe and Son—Series 2, Pilgrim's Progress 2/8 Old soldier Albert is keen to revisit Flanders. Adapted from BBC TV. 03:30 Semi Circles—Series 1, The Quality of Life 4/6 Alistair moves to the countryside to be with his new lover. Will Ben and Helen follow?	03:00 The Goon Show—Series 9, The Scarlet Capsule 14/17 Professor Ned Quatermass unravels a mystery around some enigmatic blue serge suits. 03:30 Growing Pains—3. Secrets 3/6 Pat and Tom are at the final interview stage for fostering, but are haunted by secrets.	03:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 5, The Unexploded Bomb 6/20 A surprise in the cellar for the Lad Himself as Sid cashes in. 03:30 King of Bath—Suffer Little Children 4/6 Ambrose needs Uncle Beau's support when he steals some orphans to start a school.	03:00 Dad's Army—Series 1, No Spring for Frazer 19/20 When Frazer loses a gun butterfly spring, he needs to find a coffin! 03:30 Desmond Olivier Dingle's Compleat Life and Works of William Shakespeare—6. Lionel Blair 6/6 The Royal Dingle Company re-enact the Bard's great cinematic moments.	03:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—5. Return to Cornwall 5/10 Helena leaves her lover to help Richard. A gun shot causes a commotion. 03:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—5. Mystery Solved? 5/5 Tess has been investigating an unidentified patient and now believes she knows who he is. 03:30 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 10, The Go-To Destination 1/6 Ed’s currently in a relationship with BBC radio producer Laura - and her expenses.	03:45 Uncle Mort's South Country—Series 1, 5. In a Jam 5/5 Carter's uncle gets time to reflect, stuck on a busy motorway to the coast.
04:00	04:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Black American Icons, Nile Rodgers Musician and Chic co-founder Nile Rodgers is castaway by Lauren Laverne. 04:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Amber Is it possible to extract the DNA from a fly trapped in amber to recreate a dinosaur?	04:00 It's Your Round—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 With panellists Andrew Maxwell, Celia Pacquola, Will Smith and Jason Solomons. 04:30 Snap—Series 2, Episode 2 2/6 Molly's worried over the impact of ex-hubby Doug's single life on Dawn and Raymond.	04:00 The Motion Show—Series 4, Episode 5 5/6 Gyles Brandreth, Scott Capurro, Arthur Smith and Paul Daniels debate to win. 04:30 On Baby Street—Series 1, Episode 4 4/5 Yvette's dad takes Kelly out. Unlike Ian, Shona adores Beatrix Potter.	04:00 It's Not What You Know—Series 4, Episode 4 4/4 Joe Lycett discovers how well a panel of celebrity guests know their nearest and dearest. 04:30 The Right Time—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 Gym shenanigans in the sketch comedy for people growing older disgracefully.	04:00 Jest a Minute—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 Elis James, Jon Richardson, Lloyd Langford and Chris Corcoran join Rhod Gilbert's quiz. 04:30 A Whole 'Nother Story—Series 1, I'll Build That Bridge When I Come To It 4/4 Pete loves Cassie, but does she love him?	04:00 Marriage Lines—Series 1, Holiday Attraction 11/13 Can Kate and George agree on a holiday destination? 04:30 Kathmandu or Bust—Gut Reaction 2/6 On the expedition to Kathmandu, the five travellers hit Europe but mutiny is in the air.	04:00 The Men from the Ministry—A Private Affair The civil servants spark chaos as London's new airport opens in Scotland! 04:30 Something to Shout About—Series 3, Episode 16 16/20 When Mavis gets a month-long transfer, her cousin Shirley steps into the breach.
05:00	05:00 Whodunnits—Baldi - Series 4, The Empty Vessel 5/6 When a student is knocked down by a car the priestly sleuth must interview his friends. 05:45 Short Works—The Blooming by Olga Grushin A woman falls in love and then her furniture starts to sprout flowers and grass.	05:00 Whodunnits—Baldi - Series 4, Shelter 6/6 The sleuth links the murder of a homeless man in a Dublin squat with the history of art. 05:45 The Rainbow by Richard Cutler When the love of his life sets Lao Chi Hi tasks, another marriage prospect appears.	05:00 Piaf and Cocteau The entwined lives of singer Edith Piaf and the artist and author, Jean Cocteau. 05:45 The Other Girl by John Mortimer Beth can’t get any acting jobs, so who is her successful rival - the ‘other girl’?	05:00 Andrew Rissik - A Man Alone—1. Anthony 1/3 Philip Tremayne relives his friendship with the clever but vulnerable Anthony.	05:00 Andrew Rissik - A Man Alone—2. Jennifer 2/3 Philip remembers when he escaped England to try and find peace on a Greek island.	05:00 Whispers—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 Gyles Brandreth hosts Anthony Holden, Stella Duffy, Jennie Bond and Geoffrey Durham. 05:30 Barbara Nice—Series 1, The Trial 3/4 Barbara takes direct action when local public toilets are closed down and ends up in court	05:00 The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh—Satire and Sitcoms, 3. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 3/3 Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville look at 60s and 70s sitcoms.
06:00	06:00 Jenny Stephens - Project Archangel—3. Task 3/4 Ghosts and special agents once again work together in the sequel to Project Raphael. 06:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 2. Cheat 2/6 The Master and Dean's feuding intensifies as a student is found cheating.	06:00 Jenny Stephens - Project Archangel—4. Revelations 4/4 Ghosts and special agents once again work together in the sequel to Project Raphael. 06:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 3. Death 3/6 A student is found hanged. Suicide - or murder?	06:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 1. Stranger 1/3 The Argyle Family is visited by a stranger with unwelcome news. 06:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 4. Sidetracked 4/6 A student's murder confession doesn't convince Simon, but he's soon sidetracked...	06:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 2. Searching 2/3 Dr Calgary joins forces with Huish to find out the truth about Rachel Argyle's murder. 06:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 5. Relish 5/6 Simon's murder probe continues, whilst The Dean is after promotion.	06:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 3. On Guard 3/3 Now Philip has been found dead, Dr Calgary is believed, and everyone is on their guard. 06:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, Episode 6 6/6 Can Simon gather the evidence to prove who the killer is - and stop more murders?	06:00 The False Diaghilev Serge Diaghilev, creator of the Ballet Russe, reflects on his extraordinary life	06:00 Poetry Extra—The Great Libraries - The Wordsworth Trust Daljit Nagra finds another poetry highlight in the BBC's archives. 06:30 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 A Cornish house, with a fragrant lawn stretching down to the cliffs, links five cousins.
07:00	07:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—1. Family Reunion 1/10 A Cornish house with a fragrant lawn links five cousins through war and adulthood. 07:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—1. Long Distance 1/5 Tess is married to an astronaut aboard the International Space Station. An honour, or not? 07:30 Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar—Series 2, La Vie Moral 4/4 Alexei considers how one might live an ethical life.	07:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—2. Things Fall Apart 2/10 As the sirens sound for the Second World War, Monica has good reason to be worried. 07:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—2. Coma Mystery 2/5 Tess investigates the mystery of an unidentified patient in a coma. 07:30 Showstopper—5. The Magical Sea Of Dreams 5/6 The Showstopper team improvise an entire musical in front of your very ears.	07:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—3. Honeymoon's Over 3/10 As Calypso weds wealthy Scotsman Hector Grant, the other cousins must move on. 07:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—3. Distraction 3/5 Astronaut Scott is about to take his first spacewalk but his wife's mind is not on that. 07:30 Relativity—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Jane treats Ken and Margaret to a slap up cream tea with a little too much prosecco.	07:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—4. The Violinist 4/10 The cousins' relationships blossom in London, but the war starts to take its toll. 07:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—4. Reaction 4/5 When Scott loses consciousness on his spacewalk, Tess's reaction surprises them both. 07:30 What Does the K Stand For?—Series 1, First Love 3/6 Young Stephen falls in love, discovers something about himself and breaks his first heart.	07:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—5. Return to Cornwall 5/10 Helena leaves her lover to help Richard. A gun shot causes a commotion. 07:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—5. Mystery Solved? 5/5 Tess has been investigating an unidentified patient and now believes she knows who he is. 07:30 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 10, The Go-To Destination 1/6 Ed’s currently in a relationship with BBC radio producer Laura - and her expenses.	07:30 The Remarkable Life of the Skin (Omnibus) Exploring the layers and lives of our largest yet most misunderstood organ.	07:40 Inheritance Tracks—Ros Atkins BBC Editor Ros Atkins picks tracks by Keith Jarrett and Crosby, Stills & Nash. 07:50 Colin Blytheway - Ground Control (Omnibus) Trials and tribulations of being married to an astronaut aboard the ISS.
08:00	08:00 Steptoe and Son—Series 2, Pilgrim's Progress 2/8 Old soldier Albert is keen to revisit Flanders. Adapted from BBC TV. 08:30 Semi Circles—Series 1, The Quality of Life 4/6 Alistair moves to the countryside to be with his new lover. Will Ben and Helen follow?	08:00 The Goon Show—Series 9, The Scarlet Capsule 14/17 Professor Ned Quatermass unravels a mystery around some enigmatic blue serge suits. 08:30 Growing Pains—3. Secrets 3/6 Pat and Tom are at the final interview stage for fostering, but are haunted by secrets.	08:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 5, The Unexploded Bomb 6/20 A surprise in the cellar for the Lad Himself as Sid cashes in. 08:30 King of Bath—Suffer Little Children 4/6 Ambrose needs Uncle Beau's support when he steals some orphans to start a school.	08:00 Dad's Army—Series 1, No Spring for Frazer 19/20 When Frazer loses a gun butterfly spring, he needs to find a coffin! 08:30 Desmond Olivier Dingle's Compleat Life and Works of William Shakespeare—6. Lionel Blair 6/6 The Royal Dingle Company re-enact the Bard's great cinematic moments.	08:00 Marriage Lines—Series 1, Holiday Attraction 11/13 Can Kate and George agree on a holiday destination? 08:30 Kathmandu or Bust—Gut Reaction 2/6 On the expedition to Kathmandu, the five travellers hit Europe but mutiny is in the air.	08:45 Uncle Mort's South Country—Series 1, 5. In a Jam 5/5 Carter's uncle gets time to reflect, stuck on a busy motorway to the coast.
09:00	09:00 It's Your Round—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 With panellists Andrew Maxwell, Celia Pacquola, Will Smith and Jason Solomons. 09:30 Snap—Series 2, Episode 2 2/6 Molly's worried over the impact of ex-hubby Doug's single life on Dawn and Raymond.	09:00 The Motion Show—Series 4, Episode 5 5/6 Gyles Brandreth, Scott Capurro, Arthur Smith and Paul Daniels debate to win. 09:30 On Baby Street—Series 1, Episode 4 4/5 Yvette's dad takes Kelly out. Unlike Ian, Shona adores Beatrix Potter.	09:00 It's Not What You Know—Series 4, Episode 4 4/4 Joe Lycett discovers how well a panel of celebrity guests know their nearest and dearest. 09:30 The Right Time—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 Gym shenanigans in the sketch comedy for people growing older disgracefully.	09:00 Jest a Minute—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 Elis James, Jon Richardson, Lloyd Langford and Chris Corcoran join Rhod Gilbert's quiz. 09:30 A Whole 'Nother Story—Series 1, I'll Build That Bridge When I Come To It 4/4 Pete loves Cassie, but does she love him?	09:00 Whispers—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 Gyles Brandreth hosts Anthony Holden, Stella Duffy, Jennie Bond and Geoffrey Durham. 09:30 Barbara Nice—Series 1, The Trial 3/4 Barbara takes direct action when local public toilets are closed down and ends up in court	09:00 The Men from the Ministry—A Private Affair The civil servants spark chaos as London's new airport opens in Scotland! 09:30 Something to Shout About—Series 3, Episode 16 16/20 When Mavis gets a month-long transfer, her cousin Shirley steps into the breach.	09:00 A Life of Bliss—From 09/07/1957 Sparks fly when David’s friend, philandering airline pilot Phil Bender, moves in nearby. 09:30 Home to Roost—Series 1, Annoying Little Habits 6/6 Daughter-in-law, Angela, fears for William’s state of mind.
10:00	10:00 Whodunnits—Baldi - Series 4, The Empty Vessel 5/6 When a student is knocked down by a car the priestly sleuth must interview his friends. 10:45 Short Works—The Blooming by Olga Grushin A woman falls in love and then her furniture starts to sprout flowers and grass.	10:00 Whodunnits—Baldi - Series 4, Shelter 6/6 The sleuth links the murder of a homeless man in a Dublin squat with the history of art. 10:45 The Rainbow by Richard Cutler When the love of his life sets Lao Chi Hi tasks, another marriage prospect appears.	10:00 Piaf and Cocteau The entwined lives of singer Edith Piaf and the artist and author, Jean Cocteau. 10:45 The Other Girl by John Mortimer Beth can’t get any acting jobs, so who is her successful rival - the ‘other girl’?	10:00 Andrew Rissik - A Man Alone—1. Anthony 1/3 Philip Tremayne relives his friendship with the clever but vulnerable Anthony.	10:00 Andrew Rissik - A Man Alone—2. Jennifer 2/3 Philip remembers when he escaped England to try and find peace on a Greek island.	10:00 The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh—Satire and Sitcoms, 3. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 3/3 Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville look at 60s and 70s sitcoms.	10:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Black American Icons, Whoopi Goldberg Actor, comic and producer Whoopi Goldberg is castaway by Kirsty Young. 10:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Large Blue The naturalist asks why the large blue butterfly recently died out in the UK.
11:00	11:00 Jenny Stephens - Project Archangel—3. Task 3/4 Ghosts and special agents once again work together in the sequel to Project Raphael. 11:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 2. Cheat 2/6 The Master and Dean's feuding intensifies as a student is found cheating.	11:00 Jenny Stephens - Project Archangel—4. Revelations 4/4 Ghosts and special agents once again work together in the sequel to Project Raphael. 11:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 3. Death 3/6 A student is found hanged. Suicide - or murder?	11:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 1. Stranger 1/3 The Argyle Family is visited by a stranger with unwelcome news. 11:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 4. Sidetracked 4/6 A student's murder confession doesn't convince Simon, but he's soon sidetracked...	11:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 2. Searching 2/3 Dr Calgary joins forces with Huish to find out the truth about Rachel Argyle's murder. 11:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 5. Relish 5/6 Simon's murder probe continues, whilst The Dean is after promotion.	11:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 3. On Guard 3/3 Now Philip has been found dead, Dr Calgary is believed, and everyone is on their guard. 11:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, Episode 6 6/6 Can Simon gather the evidence to prove who the killer is - and stop more murders?	11:00 The False Diaghilev Serge Diaghilev, creator of the Ballet Russe, reflects on his extraordinary life	11:00 Poetry Extra—The Great Libraries - The Wordsworth Trust Daljit Nagra finds another poetry highlight in the BBC's archives. 11:30 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 A Cornish house, with a fragrant lawn stretching down to the cliffs, links five cousins.
12:00	12:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—1. Family Reunion 1/10 A Cornish house with a fragrant lawn links five cousins through war and adulthood. 12:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—1. Long Distance 1/5 Tess is married to an astronaut aboard the International Space Station. An honour, or not? 12:30 Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar—Series 2, La Vie Moral 4/4 Alexei considers how one might live an ethical life.	12:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—2. Things Fall Apart 2/10 As the sirens sound for the Second World War, Monica has good reason to be worried. 12:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—2. Coma Mystery 2/5 Tess investigates the mystery of an unidentified patient in a coma. 12:30 Showstopper—5. The Magical Sea Of Dreams 5/6 The Showstopper team improvise an entire musical in front of your very ears.	12:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—3. Honeymoon's Over 3/10 As Calypso weds wealthy Scotsman Hector Grant, the other cousins must move on. 12:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—3. Distraction 3/5 Astronaut Scott is about to take his first spacewalk but his wife's mind is not on that. 12:30 Relativity—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Jane treats Ken and Margaret to a slap up cream tea with a little too much prosecco.	12:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—4. The Violinist 4/10 The cousins' relationships blossom in London, but the war starts to take its toll. 12:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—4. Reaction 4/5 When Scott loses consciousness on his spacewalk, Tess's reaction surprises them both. 12:30 What Does the K Stand For?—Series 1, First Love 3/6 Young Stephen falls in love, discovers something about himself and breaks his first heart.	12:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—5. Return to Cornwall 5/10 Helena leaves her lover to help Richard. A gun shot causes a commotion. 12:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—5. Mystery Solved? 5/5 Tess has been investigating an unidentified patient and now believes she knows who he is. 12:30 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 10, The Go-To Destination 1/6 Ed’s currently in a relationship with BBC radio producer Laura - and her expenses.	12:30 The Remarkable Life of the Skin (Omnibus) Exploring the layers and lives of our largest yet most misunderstood organ.	12:40 Inheritance Tracks—Ros Atkins BBC Editor Ros Atkins picks tracks by Keith Jarrett and Crosby, Stills & Nash. 12:50 Colin Blytheway - Ground Control (Omnibus) Trials and tribulations of being married to an astronaut aboard the ISS.
13:00	13:00 Steptoe and Son—Series 2, Pilgrim's Progress 2/8 Old soldier Albert is keen to revisit Flanders. Adapted from BBC TV. 13:30 Semi Circles—Series 1, The Quality of Life 4/6 Alistair moves to the countryside to be with his new lover. Will Ben and Helen follow?	13:00 The Goon Show—Series 9, The Scarlet Capsule 14/17 Professor Ned Quatermass unravels a mystery around some enigmatic blue serge suits. 13:30 Growing Pains—3. Secrets 3/6 Pat and Tom are at the final interview stage for fostering, but are haunted by secrets.	13:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 5, The Unexploded Bomb 6/20 A surprise in the cellar for the Lad Himself as Sid cashes in. 13:30 King of Bath—Suffer Little Children 4/6 Ambrose needs Uncle Beau's support when he steals some orphans to start a school.	13:00 Dad's Army—Series 1, No Spring for Frazer 19/20 When Frazer loses a gun butterfly spring, he needs to find a coffin! 13:30 Desmond Olivier Dingle's Compleat Life and Works of William Shakespeare—6. Lionel Blair 6/6 The Royal Dingle Company re-enact the Bard's great cinematic moments.	13:00 Marriage Lines—Series 1, Holiday Attraction 11/13 Can Kate and George agree on a holiday destination? 13:30 Kathmandu or Bust—Gut Reaction 2/6 On the expedition to Kathmandu, the five travellers hit Europe but mutiny is in the air.	13:45 Uncle Mort's South Country—Series 1, 5. In a Jam 5/5 Carter's uncle gets time to reflect, stuck on a busy motorway to the coast.
14:00	14:00 It's Your Round—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 With panellists Andrew Maxwell, Celia Pacquola, Will Smith and Jason Solomons. 14:30 Snap—Series 2, Episode 2 2/6 Molly's worried over the impact of ex-hubby Doug's single life on Dawn and Raymond.	14:00 The Motion Show—Series 4, Episode 5 5/6 Gyles Brandreth, Scott Capurro, Arthur Smith and Paul Daniels debate to win. 14:30 On Baby Street—Series 1, Episode 4 4/5 Yvette's dad takes Kelly out. Unlike Ian, Shona adores Beatrix Potter.	14:00 It's Not What You Know—Series 4, Episode 4 4/4 Joe Lycett discovers how well a panel of celebrity guests know their nearest and dearest. 14:30 The Right Time—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 Gym shenanigans in the sketch comedy for people growing older disgracefully.	14:00 Jest a Minute—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 Elis James, Jon Richardson, Lloyd Langford and Chris Corcoran join Rhod Gilbert's quiz. 14:30 A Whole 'Nother Story—Series 1, I'll Build That Bridge When I Come To It 4/4 Pete loves Cassie, but does she love him?	14:00 Whispers—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 Gyles Brandreth hosts Anthony Holden, Stella Duffy, Jennie Bond and Geoffrey Durham. 14:30 Barbara Nice—Series 1, The Trial 3/4 Barbara takes direct action when local public toilets are closed down and ends up in court	14:00 The Men from the Ministry—A Private Affair The civil servants spark chaos as London's new airport opens in Scotland! 14:30 Something to Shout About—Series 3, Episode 16 16/20 When Mavis gets a month-long transfer, her cousin Shirley steps into the breach.	14:00 A Life of Bliss—From 09/07/1957 Sparks fly when David’s friend, philandering airline pilot Phil Bender, moves in nearby. 14:30 Home to Roost—Series 1, Annoying Little Habits 6/6 Daughter-in-law, Angela, fears for William’s state of mind.
15:00	15:00 Whodunnits—Baldi - Series 4, The Empty Vessel 5/6 When a student is knocked down by a car the priestly sleuth must interview his friends. 15:45 Short Works—The Blooming by Olga Grushin A woman falls in love and then her furniture starts to sprout flowers and grass.	15:00 Whodunnits—Baldi - Series 4, Shelter 6/6 The sleuth links the murder of a homeless man in a Dublin squat with the history of art. 15:45 The Rainbow by Richard Cutler When the love of his life sets Lao Chi Hi tasks, another marriage prospect appears.	15:00 Piaf and Cocteau The entwined lives of singer Edith Piaf and the artist and author, Jean Cocteau. 15:45 The Other Girl by John Mortimer Beth can’t get any acting jobs, so who is her successful rival - the ‘other girl’?	15:00 Andrew Rissik - A Man Alone—1. Anthony 1/3 Philip Tremayne relives his friendship with the clever but vulnerable Anthony.	15:00 Andrew Rissik - A Man Alone—2. Jennifer 2/3 Philip remembers when he escaped England to try and find peace on a Greek island.	15:00 The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh—Satire and Sitcoms, 3. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 3/3 Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville look at 60s and 70s sitcoms.	15:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Black American Icons, Whoopi Goldberg Actor, comic and producer Whoopi Goldberg is castaway by Kirsty Young. 15:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Large Blue The naturalist asks why the large blue butterfly recently died out in the UK.
16:00	16:00 Jenny Stephens - Project Archangel—3. Task 3/4 Ghosts and special agents once again work together in the sequel to Project Raphael. 16:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 2. Cheat 2/6 The Master and Dean's feuding intensifies as a student is found cheating.	16:00 Jenny Stephens - Project Archangel—4. Revelations 4/4 Ghosts and special agents once again work together in the sequel to Project Raphael. 16:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 3. Death 3/6 A student is found hanged. Suicide - or murder?	16:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 1. Stranger 1/3 The Argyle Family is visited by a stranger with unwelcome news. 16:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 4. Sidetracked 4/6 A student's murder confession doesn't convince Simon, but he's soon sidetracked...	16:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 2. Searching 2/3 Dr Calgary joins forces with Huish to find out the truth about Rachel Argyle's murder. 16:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, 5. Relish 5/6 Simon's murder probe continues, whilst The Dean is after promotion.	16:00 Whodunnits—Agatha Christie - Ordeal by Innocence, 3. On Guard 3/3 Now Philip has been found dead, Dr Calgary is believed, and everyone is on their guard. 16:30 High Table, Lower Orders—Series 2, Episode 6 6/6 Can Simon gather the evidence to prove who the killer is - and stop more murders?	16:00 The Bee Maker by Anita Sullivan In the year 2020 the bees are nearly all gone. And human beings might be next. 16:45 The Man and the Snake by Ambrose Bierce Harker Brayton is relaxing when he notices a large snake in the room.	16:00 The Man in Black—Series 2, 5. The Old Road by Penelope Skinner 5/5 Another unsettling encounter with Mark Gatiss as the Man in Black 16:30 The Price of Fear—Remains to Be Seen Vincent Price tells of two emasculated husbands, and their plot to escape domestication.
17:00	17:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—1. Family Reunion 1/10 A Cornish house with a fragrant lawn links five cousins through war and adulthood. 17:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—1. Long Distance 1/5 Tess is married to an astronaut aboard the International Space Station. An honour, or not? 17:30 Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar—Series 2, La Vie Moral 4/4 Alexei considers how one might live an ethical life.	17:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—2. Things Fall Apart 2/10 As the sirens sound for the Second World War, Monica has good reason to be worried. 17:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—2. Coma Mystery 2/5 Tess investigates the mystery of an unidentified patient in a coma. 17:30 Showstopper—5. The Magical Sea Of Dreams 5/6 The Showstopper team improvise an entire musical in front of your very ears.	17:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—3. Honeymoon's Over 3/10 As Calypso weds wealthy Scotsman Hector Grant, the other cousins must move on. 17:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—3. Distraction 3/5 Astronaut Scott is about to take his first spacewalk but his wife's mind is not on that. 17:30 Relativity—Series 3, Episode 4 4/6 Jane treats Ken and Margaret to a slap up cream tea with a little too much prosecco.	17:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—4. The Violinist 4/10 The cousins' relationships blossom in London, but the war starts to take its toll. 17:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—4. Reaction 4/5 When Scott loses consciousness on his spacewalk, Tess's reaction surprises them both. 17:30 What Does the K Stand For?—Series 1, First Love 3/6 Young Stephen falls in love, discovers something about himself and breaks his first heart.	17:00 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley—5. Return to Cornwall 5/10 Helena leaves her lover to help Richard. A gun shot causes a commotion. 17:15 Colin Bytheway - Ground Control—5. Mystery Solved? 5/5 Tess has been investigating an unidentified patient and now believes she knows who he is. 17:30 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 10, The Go-To Destination 1/6 Ed’s currently in a relationship with BBC radio producer Laura - and her expenses.	17:00 The False Diaghilev Serge Diaghilev, creator of the Ballet Russe, reflects on his extraordinary life	17:00 Poetry Extra—The Great Libraries - The Wordsworth Trust Daljit Nagra finds another poetry highlight in the BBC's archives. 17:30 The Camomile Lawn by Mary Wesley (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 A Cornish house, with a fragrant lawn stretching down to the cliffs, links five cousins.
18:00	18:00 Steptoe and Son—Series 2, Pilgrim's Progress 2/8 Old soldier Albert is keen to revisit Flanders. Adapted from BBC TV. 18:30 Semi Circles—Series 1, The Quality of Life 4/6 Alistair moves to the countryside to be with his new lover. Will Ben and Helen follow?	18:00 The Goon Show—Series 9, The Scarlet Capsule 14/17 Professor Ned Quatermass unravels a mystery around some enigmatic blue serge suits. 18:30 Growing Pains—3. Secrets 3/6 Pat and Tom are at the final interview stage for fostering, but are haunted by secrets.	18:00 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 5, The Unexploded Bomb 6/20 A surprise in the cellar for the Lad Himself as Sid cashes in. 18:30 King of Bath—Suffer Little Children 4/6 Ambrose needs Uncle Beau's support when he steals some orphans to start a school.	18:00 Dad's Army—Series 1, No Spring for Frazer 19/20 When Frazer loses a gun butterfly spring, he needs to find a coffin! 18:30 Desmond Olivier Dingle's Compleat Life and Works of William Shakespeare—6. Lionel Blair 6/6 The Royal Dingle Company re-enact the Bard's great cinematic moments.	18:00 Marriage Lines—Series 1, Holiday Attraction 11/13 Can Kate and George agree on a holiday destination? 18:30 Kathmandu or Bust—Gut Reaction 2/6 On the expedition to Kathmandu, the five travellers hit Europe but mutiny is in the air.	18:30 The Remarkable Life of the Skin (Omnibus) Exploring the layers and lives of our largest yet most misunderstood organ.	18:40 Inheritance Tracks—Ros Atkins BBC Editor Ros Atkins picks tracks by Keith Jarrett and Crosby, Stills & Nash. 18:50 Colin Blytheway - Ground Control (Omnibus) Trials and tribulations of being married to an astronaut aboard the ISS.
19:00	19:00 It's Your Round—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 With panellists Andrew Maxwell, Celia Pacquola, Will Smith and Jason Solomons. 19:30 Snap—Series 2, Episode 2 2/6 Molly's worried over the impact of ex-hubby Doug's single life on Dawn and Raymond.	19:00 The Motion Show—Series 4, Episode 5 5/6 Gyles Brandreth, Scott Capurro, Arthur Smith and Paul Daniels debate to win. 19:30 On Baby Street—Series 1, Episode 4 4/5 Yvette's dad takes Kelly out. Unlike Ian, Shona adores Beatrix Potter.	19:00 It's Not What You Know—Series 4, Episode 4 4/4 Joe Lycett discovers how well a panel of celebrity guests know their nearest and dearest. 19:30 The Right Time—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 Gym shenanigans in the sketch comedy for people growing older disgracefully.	19:00 Jest a Minute—Series 2, Episode 4 4/6 Elis James, Jon Richardson, Lloyd Langford and Chris Corcoran join Rhod Gilbert's quiz. 19:30 A Whole 'Nother Story—Series 1, I'll Build That Bridge When I Come To It 4/4 Pete loves Cassie, but does she love him?	19:00 Whispers—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 Gyles Brandreth hosts Anthony Holden, Stella Duffy, Jennie Bond and Geoffrey Durham. 19:30 Barbara Nice—Series 1, The Trial 3/4 Barbara takes direct action when local public toilets are closed down and ends up in court	19:45 Uncle Mort's South Country—Series 1, 5. In a Jam 5/5 Carter's uncle gets time to reflect, stuck on a busy motorway to the coast.
20:00	20:00 The Other Side of the Dial Paul Rowley explores the story of Independent Local Radio, which began with LBC in 1973.	20:00 TED Radio Hour—Abandoned Places Manoush Zomorodi talks to people trying to bring new life to abandoned places. 20:50 Inheritance Tracks—Clara Amfo DJ Clara Amfo picks tracks by N.E.R.D and Lauryn Hill.	20:00 Archive on 4—Spoken Like a Woman Anne Karpf explores the way women have shaped the sound of British radio.	20:00 The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh—Satire and Sitcoms, 2. Steptoe and Son 2/3 Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville look at 60s and 70s sitcoms.	20:00 Three-sided Football Ian McMillan presents the story of a baffling game with three sides and only three rules. 20:30 Soul Music—Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien An exploration of the emotional impact of the song made famous by French singer Edith Piaf	20:00 The Men from the Ministry—A Private Affair The civil servants spark chaos as London's new airport opens in Scotland! 20:30 Something to Shout About—Series 3, Episode 16 16/20 When Mavis gets a month-long transfer, her cousin Shirley steps into the breach.	20:00 A Life of Bliss—From 09/07/1957 Sparks fly when David’s friend, philandering airline pilot Phil Bender, moves in nearby. 20:30 Home to Roost—Series 1, Annoying Little Habits 6/6 Daughter-in-law, Angela, fears for William’s state of mind.
21:00	21:00 Mastertapes—Series 6, Laura Marling (the A-side) Laura Marling talks to John Wilson about her 2013 album 'Once I Was an Eagle'. 21:30 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The Red Planet, 1. Mayhem on the Moon 1/20 Captain Jet Morgan and his crew blast off for Mars, but there is a problem.	21:00 Mastertapes—Series 6, Laura Marling (the B-side) Laura Marling answers questions from the audience about her album, 'Once I Was An Eagle' 21:30 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The Red Planet, 2. What's Wrong with Whittaker? 2/20 Captain Jet Morgan is bound for Mars, but one of his crew is adrift in space.	21:00 Short Cuts—Series 9, The Stranger 2/6 Josie Long presents stories about brushes with the unknown. 21:30 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The Red Planet, 3. Extreme Dreams 3/20 Whitaker is behaving strangely, as bad dreams plague the crew bound for Mars.	21:00 Great Lives—Jean Cocteau Francesca Simon tells Matthew Parris why Jean Cocteau's is a Great Life. 21:30 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The Red Planet, 4. Meteors! 4/20 The mystery over Whitaker deepens as tragedy strikes on board one of the Mars freighters.	21:00 Notable—Monsters of Music with Tom Allen, Anton Bruckner The Corpse Chaser with Edith Bowman Anton Bruckner was a composer fascinated with death, religion and teenage girls. 21:30 Charles Chilton - Journey into Space—The Red Planet, 5. Communication Lost 5/20 With communications to Earth lost, Jet Morgan's courage is tested during a meteor swarm.	21:00 The Real Comedy Controllers: The Things That Made Us Laugh—Satire and Sitcoms, 3. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 3/3 Paul Jackson, Beryl Vertue, John Lloyd and Jimmy Mulville look at 60s and 70s sitcoms.	21:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Black American Icons, Whoopi Goldberg Actor, comic and producer Whoopi Goldberg is castaway by Kirsty Young. 21:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Large Blue The naturalist asks why the large blue butterfly recently died out in the UK.
22:00	22:00 Paul Sinha's Perfect Pub Quiz—Series 2, Episode 5 - Bridgwater 5/10 Paul Sinha tests a Somerset audience on their local knowledge, Only Connect-style. 22:30 Brian Gulliver's Travels—Series 2, Chamanoa 1/6 Brian relives his experiences in a land where genetics is pitted against education.	22:00 Best Medicine—Pilot: Bubbles, Dancing, Masks, GoodSAM Pilot: Comedy meets science with cancer-curing microbubbles, dancing & a life saving app. 22:30 Cliche—From 6/4/1981 Sketches galore, from theatre hooligans to Tip Top toupees. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Helen Bauer 3/3 Lou Conran chats to the stand-up comedian, Helen Bauer.	22:00 Please Use Other Door—Series 2, Episode 4 4/4 Comic scenes from modern life. 22:30 Agendum—Series 2, Stalemate 1/4 Current affairs parody and stupidly feasible visit to the 24-hour Hall of Opinion Mirrors.	22:00 My Teenage Diary—Series 11, 6: Joe Stilgoe 6/6 Rufus Hound meets musician Joe Stilgoe, who reads letters he sent home from his gap year. 22:30 Alex Edelman's Peer Group—Series 2, Material 1/4 Award-winning comedian Alex Edelman looks at how millennials view materialism.	22:00 Desolation Jests—Episode 1 1/4 David Jason stars in David Renwick’s dark and quirky post-apocalyptic sketch show. 22:30 4 Stands Up—Series 3, Episode 2 2/6 Chris Addison introduces Sarah Millican, James Sherwood and Jeff Green.	22:00 Susan Calman - Keep Calman Carry On—Series 2, Gardening 1/4 Susan Calman tries to learn how to unwind, by learning about gardening from Val McDermid. 22:30 John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme—Series 4, Episode 6 6/6 A pure moment of happiness and a curious tale about an invention that's probably not evil.	22:00 Start/Stop—Series 3, 3. Tinder 3/6 Alice joins a life drawing class but David is jealous. 22:30 Tim Key's Poetry Programme—Series 4, Cuisine 2/4 Tim Key is at the top of the Shard, taking a comic look at the concept of cuisine. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Njambi McGrath 1/3 Jake Yapp chats to Njambi McGrath.
23:00	23:00 The News Quiz—Series 112, Episode 5 5/8 Daliso Chaponda, Susie McCabe, Bethany Black, and Hugo Rifkind join Andy Zaltzman. 23:30 Lee and Herring's Fist of Fun—BBC Paris Studio, London 6/6 The cult BBC Radio 1 series hits the BBC Paris Studio in London.	23:00 The Pin—Series 3, Education 1/4 In a bid not to be cut, Alex and Ben are determined to prove they can be educational. 23:30 Elvenquest—Series 4, The Fat Hog 3/6 The Questers chance upon legendary tavern, the Fat Hog, and its glamorous owner Nigressa.	23:00 Kevin Eldon Will See You Now—Series 3, Some Owls Were Harmed During the Making of This Programme 2/4 Kevin Eldon returns with a dead scarecrow, a Jiffy bag and Kylie. 23:30 Joseph Morpurgo's Walking Tour—Dante's House 4/4 Joseph Morpurgo presents an immersive audio tour of Dante's greatest work, The Inferno. 23:45 Lenny Henry's Rogues Gallery—Series 1, Moone Sisters 4/4 Lenny Henry stars as a young GI serving in Cornwall during the Second World War.	23:00 Hamish and Dougal: You'll Have Had Your Tea—Series 3, Look Who's Stalking 5/6 Mrs Naughtie is being pursued. Could the Laird possibly be to blame? 23:15 Life With Lederer—Series 1, 3. Relationships 3/5 Helen Lederer decides she needs a man in her life. 23:30 Ectoplasm—The Case of the Missing Lost Soul 2/4 A countess begs for help to skip eternity as a Barry Manilow fan.	23:00 Nick Mohammed in Quarters—Episode 1 1/4 Fast-paced comedy sketches from award-winning Nick Mohammed and friends. 23:15 Bunk Bed—Series 6, Episode 1 1/4 Patrick Marber and Peter Curran with enchanting, low-energy pillow talk. 23:30 The Mark Steel Lecture—Series 1, Charlie Chaplin 3/4 The silent film star's fascinating life and character is profiled by the radical comic.	23:00 Big Problems with Helen Keen—Series 2, Care 4/4 Who cares? Why do we care? If genes are selfish why is altruism attractive? 23:30 Seekers—Series 2, The Eight Letter Word 5/6 Stuart says something very silly, and Nicola tries to become Vanessa's confidante.	23:00 Andy Hamilton Sort of Remembers—Series 2, Religion 3/4 A series of potentially misremembered anecdotes on stupidity from Andy Hamilton. 23:30 Clayton Grange—Series 2, Episode 3 3/4 Brilliantly stupid scientists trial a bionic suit and try genetic manipulation.

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