Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 1 - 7 January 2024

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00:00	00:00 Poetry Extra—Stories In Verse - The Arthurian Legend Daljit Nagra selects a poetry programme from the BBC's archives with Dame Judi Dench. 00:30 The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 On his trip to Cornwall, Stevens faces some awkward questions about his former employer.	00:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—1. Rescue 1/4 Shipwrecked Humphrey Van Weyden is rescued by demonic skipper and seal hunter Wolf Larsen.	00:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—2. Hunting 2/4 The schooner 'Ghost' journeys on to the seal herds. With Jack Klaff and Kerry Shale.	00:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—3. Danger 3/4 With Maud Brewster aboard, the real danger on the schooner's voyage is yet to begin.	00:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—4. Escape 4/4 Humphrey and Maud dash for freedom from the cruel captain, but Japan is 600 miles away.	00:00 Hello Caller by Jonathan Holloway Decommissioned phone boxes reveal their secrets in a series of ‘trapped’ phone calls. 00:45 Gabriel-Ernest by Saki When Van Cheele discovers a wild youth in the woods, he is put out.	00:00 Frankenstein by Mary Shelley—2. Fearful 2/2 In the mountains, Frankenstein comes face-to-face with what he most hates and fears.
01:00	01:40 Inheritance Tracks—Helen Skelton TV presenter Helen Skelton chooses two tracks by Blondie. 01:50 The Haunting of MR James (Omnibus) Five stories by the master of the ghost story, MR James.	01:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 1. The Bells are Rung Up 1/8 Posh sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey probes an unsolved jewel theft and a grave mystery. 01:30 The Pied Piper of Hamelin by Robert Browning David Tennant stars in Robert Browning's legendary poem.	01:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 2. Lord Peter Is Called In 2/8 The elegant amateur sleuth probes the link from the body to the unsolved jewel theft. 01:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—1. F8 and Then Infinity 1/6 Teacher Johnny Shields has ideas for romance but a meeting leads him astray.	01:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 3. Bunter Breaks the Law 3/8 As Lord Peter Wimsey's probe moves to the bell tower, his manservant uses his initiative. 01:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—2. Light the Blue Touch Paper and Retire 2/6 Can teacher Johnny Shields infiltrate the smuggling gang in Switzerland?	01:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 4. The Hunt Moves to France 4/8 After translating the mystery letter, the sleuth sets off across the English Channel. 01:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—3. The Minestrone Thickens and is Stirred 3/6 Teacher Johnny Shields finds himself in mortal danger on his mission in Switzerland	01:00 Stephen Wakelam - Death at the Bed End A libel threat to a famous biography sparks a detective’s visit to Brontë country.	01:00 Rose Tremain—Temporary Shelter Salesman Larry loses his jovial bonhomie after meeting former actor-poet Trist on holiday.
02:00		02:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—1. Apples and Hops in the Garden of England 1/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: Kent. 02:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—1. A Merry Christmas 1/10 In New England, the March family are facing a frugal Christmas without their father. 02:30 Cracking Up—Series 2, Pre-Occupation 1/4 Psychotherapist Spencer Pandy struggles with his 11 year-old daughter’s radical feminism.	02:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—2. Westward to Wales with Lamb and Lava Bread 2/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: West to Wales 02:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—2. Pickled Limes 2/10 Jo is determined to get to know Laurie more, and Amy gets into trouble at school. 02:30 Teatime—Episode 1 1/4 Comedy about a chaotic but loving family. Starring Philip Glenister and Samantha Spiro.	02:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—3. A Load of Tripe Up North 3/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: the North. 02:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—3. Fashionable Life 3/10 Eldest March sister Meg is excited to be travelling away from home for the first time. 02:30 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 8, Ventnor 6/6 Mark Steel visits Ventnor on the Isle of Wight and performs for the local residents.	02:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—4. Haggis, the Highlands and Deep Fried Mars Bars 4/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: the Highlands. 02:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—4. Dark Days 4/10 Jo has a secret, as has Laurie. And there are troubling days ahead for the March family. 02:30 What Does the K Stand For?—Series 2, Balham's Got Talent 3/6 Stephen K Amos's sitcom about growing up black, gay and funny in 1980s London.	02:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 5. A Question of Identity 5/8 With his trip to France, Lord Peter Wimsey moves closer to identifying the murderer. 02:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—4. Saraband to a Burning Fuse 4/6 Can Johnny Shields protect those around him from the plans of the smuggling gang?	02:15 Roald Dahl—The Umbrella Man It's raining. A mother and daughter are offered an umbrella by an old gentleman. 02:30 The Secret Commonwealth (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 Lyra sets out on her dangerous journey across Europe.
03:00	03:00 Take It From Here—From 30/12/1954 It is New Year's Eve, and Eth wants to celebrate with the Glums. 03:30 The Navy Lark—Series 10, The Smugglers Return 3/18 Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge dodge being caught for smuggling? Stars Leslie Phillips.	03:00 Steptoe and Son—Series 3, Cuckoo in the Nest 6/8 A shock for Harold when he meets his older half-brother. 03:30 After Henry—Series 4, Little Women 5/8 Sarah has a bit of trouble putting up some shelves, but she gets the last laugh.	03:00 The Goon Show—Vintage Goons, The Kippered Herring Gang 5/14 Neddie is trailing a notorious gang with a unique calling card. 03:30 Like They've Never Been Gone—Series 1, Episode 1 1/6 Fresh fame beckons ex-Eurovision duo Sheila and Tommy, but there's a big snag.	03:00 The Missing Hancocks—Series 4, New Year Resolutions 8/7 Hancock is determined to keep to his New Year Resolutions. It doesn't go well. 03:30 Lip Service—Episode 4 4/6 Clarinet and ironing board premiere. Sketches and songs with Maggie Fox and Sue Ryding.	03:00 Dad's Army—Series 2, War Dance 11/20 Private Pike disrupts the platoon dance. 03:30 The Random Jottings of Hinge and Bracket—Series 2, 3. Putting It On The Map 3/6 The dear ladies decide to revive an old custom.	03:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—5. Oysters on the East Coast 5/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: the East Coast 03:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—5. Aunt March Settles the Question 5/10 Winter brings the bitter cold to New England and deep and worrying times for the family. 03:30 Ability—Series 2, Doing a Runner 2/4 Matt, Bob and Jess do a runner from a restaurant - straight into trouble.	03:45 Uncle Mort's Celtic Fringe—Series 1, 1. Croeso to Whatsitsname 1/5 Carter Brandon and his Uncle head to Wales on their latest road trip.
04:00	04:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Absent Friends 2023, John Motson Football commentator John Motson is castaway by Kirsty Young. 04:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Charnia David Attenborough's fascination with the fossilised evidence of the beginning of life.	04:00 Elephant in the Room—Series 1, Episode 4 4/13 Sarah Millican's new panel show with two winners - Average Jolene and Maverick Matilda. 04:30 Acropolis Now—Series 1, Fish 1/6 Fish restaurant owner Aristophanes gets a shock. Ancient Greece comedy by Lynne Truss.	04:00 The Motion Show—Series 5, Episode 5 5/6 Graeme Garden hosts as Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Arthur Smith and Lauren Laverne debate 04:30 Winston—Series 1, Whacko Jolly Dee 5/6 The wily poacher's plans for a life of bliss with Nancy hit a snag.	04:00 Counterpoint—Series 26, 2012 Semi-final 3 12/13 Paul Gambaccini chairs the latest semi-final of the general knowledge music quiz. 04:30 The Elephant Man—Endangered Species 1/8 As Southwood Zoo faces bankruptcy, what future for assistant head keeper Terry Lyon?	04:00 Guess What?—Episode 4 4/10 Animal, vegetable or mineral? Barry Took's revised 20 questions. 04:30 The Richest Man in Britain—The Meltdown 6/6 Dave buys some last-minute holiday euros and brings down the international monetary system	04:00 Marriage Lines—Series 2, Episode 1 1/13 George is driven mad by Kate's baby preparations. 04:30 Know Your Place—Not to Be Used for Babies 2/8 Cleaner Elspeth gets her own storeroom from caretaker Ramsay - with conditions...	04:00 Not in Front of the Children—Series 2, Unemployment Problem 5/13 As the consequences of Henry's rash resignation sink in, Jennifer has a bright idea. 04:30 The 27-Year Itch—You're Never Too Old to Stay at Home Dorothy and Edward visit Clacton to pep up their marriage.
05:00	05:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—1. Rescue 1/4 Shipwrecked Humphrey Van Weyden is rescued by demonic skipper and seal hunter Wolf Larsen.	05:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—2. Hunting 2/4 The schooner 'Ghost' journeys on to the seal herds. With Jack Klaff and Kerry Shale.	05:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—3. Danger 3/4 With Maud Brewster aboard, the real danger on the schooner's voyage is yet to begin.	05:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—4. Escape 4/4 Humphrey and Maud dash for freedom from the cruel captain, but Japan is 600 miles away.	05:00 Stephen Wakelam - Death at the Bed End A libel threat to a famous biography sparks a detective’s visit to Brontë country.	05:00 Whispers—Series 2, Episode 2 2/6 Scandals quiz with Anthony Holden, Lynne Truss, Lucy Moore and Michele Brown. 05:30 The Right Time—Series 4, Episode 4 4/6 Milkman blues and rock DJs in the sketch comedy about growing older disgracefully.	05:00 The Inimitable PG Wodehouse—3. Much Obliged 3/3 Alexander Armstrong celebrates the work of PG Wodehouse
06:00	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 1. The Bells are Rung Up 1/8 Posh sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey probes an unsolved jewel theft and a grave mystery. 06:30 The Pied Piper of Hamelin by Robert Browning David Tennant stars in Robert Browning's legendary poem.	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 2. Lord Peter Is Called In 2/8 The elegant amateur sleuth probes the link from the body to the unsolved jewel theft. 06:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—1. F8 and Then Infinity 1/6 Teacher Johnny Shields has ideas for romance but a meeting leads him astray.	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 3. Bunter Breaks the Law 3/8 As Lord Peter Wimsey's probe moves to the bell tower, his manservant uses his initiative. 06:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—2. Light the Blue Touch Paper and Retire 2/6 Can teacher Johnny Shields infiltrate the smuggling gang in Switzerland?	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 4. The Hunt Moves to France 4/8 After translating the mystery letter, the sleuth sets off across the English Channel. 06:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—3. The Minestrone Thickens and is Stirred 3/6 Teacher Johnny Shields finds himself in mortal danger on his mission in Switzerland	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 5. A Question of Identity 5/8 With his trip to France, Lord Peter Wimsey moves closer to identifying the murderer. 06:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—4. Saraband to a Burning Fuse 4/6 Can Johnny Shields protect those around him from the plans of the smuggling gang?	06:00 Rose Tremain—Temporary Shelter Salesman Larry loses his jovial bonhomie after meeting former actor-poet Trist on holiday.	06:00 Poetry Extra—Poems for Idle Workers Daljit Nagra heads back to work and selects a highlight from the BBC's poetry archive. 06:30 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson (Omnibus) Paul Richardson’s journey around Britain exploring our cuisine. Read by Alex Jennings.
07:00	07:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—1. Apples and Hops in the Garden of England 1/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: Kent. 07:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—1. A Merry Christmas 1/10 In New England, the March family are facing a frugal Christmas without their father. 07:30 Cracking Up—Series 2, Pre-Occupation 1/4 Psychotherapist Spencer Pandy struggles with his 11 year-old daughter’s radical feminism.	07:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—2. Westward to Wales with Lamb and Lava Bread 2/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: West to Wales 07:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—2. Pickled Limes 2/10 Jo is determined to get to know Laurie more, and Amy gets into trouble at school. 07:30 Teatime—Episode 1 1/4 Comedy about a chaotic but loving family. Starring Philip Glenister and Samantha Spiro.	07:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—3. A Load of Tripe Up North 3/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: the North. 07:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—3. Fashionable Life 3/10 Eldest March sister Meg is excited to be travelling away from home for the first time. 07:30 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 8, Ventnor 6/6 Mark Steel visits Ventnor on the Isle of Wight and performs for the local residents.	07:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—4. Haggis, the Highlands and Deep Fried Mars Bars 4/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: the Highlands. 07:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—4. Dark Days 4/10 Jo has a secret, as has Laurie. And there are troubling days ahead for the March family. 07:30 What Does the K Stand For?—Series 2, Balham's Got Talent 3/6 Stephen K Amos's sitcom about growing up black, gay and funny in 1980s London.	07:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—5. Oysters on the East Coast 5/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: the East Coast 07:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—5. Aunt March Settles the Question 5/10 Winter brings the bitter cold to New England and deep and worrying times for the family. 07:30 Ability—Series 2, Doing a Runner 2/4 Matt, Bob and Jess do a runner from a restaurant - straight into trouble.	07:15 Roald Dahl—The Umbrella Man It's raining. A mother and daughter are offered an umbrella by an old gentleman. 07:30 The Secret Commonwealth (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 Lyra sets out on her dangerous journey across Europe.	07:40 Inheritance Tracks—Simon Farnaby Comedian Simon Farnaby chooses tracks by Cliff Richard and Lloyd Cole. 07:50 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 An enduring story of how young women forge a path into adulthood.
08:00	08:00 Steptoe and Son—Series 3, Cuckoo in the Nest 6/8 A shock for Harold when he meets his older half-brother. 08:30 After Henry—Series 4, Little Women 5/8 Sarah has a bit of trouble putting up some shelves, but she gets the last laugh.	08:00 The Goon Show—Vintage Goons, The Kippered Herring Gang 5/14 Neddie is trailing a notorious gang with a unique calling card. 08:30 Like They've Never Been Gone—Series 1, Episode 1 1/6 Fresh fame beckons ex-Eurovision duo Sheila and Tommy, but there's a big snag.	08:00 The Missing Hancocks—Series 4, New Year Resolutions 8/7 Hancock is determined to keep to his New Year Resolutions. It doesn't go well. 08:30 Lip Service—Episode 4 4/6 Clarinet and ironing board premiere. Sketches and songs with Maggie Fox and Sue Ryding.	08:00 Dad's Army—Series 2, War Dance 11/20 Private Pike disrupts the platoon dance. 08:30 The Random Jottings of Hinge and Bracket—Series 2, 3. Putting It On The Map 3/6 The dear ladies decide to revive an old custom.	08:00 Marriage Lines—Series 2, Episode 1 1/13 George is driven mad by Kate's baby preparations. 08:30 Know Your Place—Not to Be Used for Babies 2/8 Cleaner Elspeth gets her own storeroom from caretaker Ramsay - with conditions...	08:45 Uncle Mort's Celtic Fringe—Series 1, 1. Croeso to Whatsitsname 1/5 Carter Brandon and his Uncle head to Wales on their latest road trip.
09:00	09:00 Elephant in the Room—Series 1, Episode 4 4/13 Sarah Millican's new panel show with two winners - Average Jolene and Maverick Matilda. 09:30 Acropolis Now—Series 1, Fish 1/6 Fish restaurant owner Aristophanes gets a shock. Ancient Greece comedy by Lynne Truss.	09:00 The Motion Show—Series 5, Episode 5 5/6 Graeme Garden hosts as Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Arthur Smith and Lauren Laverne debate 09:30 Winston—Series 1, Whacko Jolly Dee 5/6 The wily poacher's plans for a life of bliss with Nancy hit a snag.	09:00 Counterpoint—Series 26, 2012 Semi-final 3 12/13 Paul Gambaccini chairs the latest semi-final of the general knowledge music quiz. 09:30 The Elephant Man—Endangered Species 1/8 As Southwood Zoo faces bankruptcy, what future for assistant head keeper Terry Lyon?	09:00 Guess What?—Episode 4 4/10 Animal, vegetable or mineral? Barry Took's revised 20 questions. 09:30 The Richest Man in Britain—The Meltdown 6/6 Dave buys some last-minute holiday euros and brings down the international monetary system	09:00 Whispers—Series 2, Episode 2 2/6 Scandals quiz with Anthony Holden, Lynne Truss, Lucy Moore and Michele Brown. 09:30 The Right Time—Series 4, Episode 4 4/6 Milkman blues and rock DJs in the sketch comedy about growing older disgracefully.	09:00 Not in Front of the Children—Series 2, Unemployment Problem 5/13 As the consequences of Henry's rash resignation sink in, Jennifer has a bright idea. 09:30 The 27-Year Itch—You're Never Too Old to Stay at Home Dorothy and Edward visit Clacton to pep up their marriage.	09:00 Frankie Howerd—Series 4, Episode 1 1/6 Frankie visits the doctor, and recalls his time on a desert island. 09:30 The Navy Lark—Series 10, Commander Trotter Takes Charge 4/18 Pertwee flies into a panic when Commander Bell is replaced.
10:00	10:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—1. Rescue 1/4 Shipwrecked Humphrey Van Weyden is rescued by demonic skipper and seal hunter Wolf Larsen.	10:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—2. Hunting 2/4 The schooner 'Ghost' journeys on to the seal herds. With Jack Klaff and Kerry Shale.	10:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—3. Danger 3/4 With Maud Brewster aboard, the real danger on the schooner's voyage is yet to begin.	10:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—4. Escape 4/4 Humphrey and Maud dash for freedom from the cruel captain, but Japan is 600 miles away.	10:00 Stephen Wakelam - Death at the Bed End A libel threat to a famous biography sparks a detective’s visit to Brontë country.	10:00 The Inimitable PG Wodehouse—3. Much Obliged 3/3 Alexander Armstrong celebrates the work of PG Wodehouse	10:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Illustrators 2, Helen Oxenbury Illustrator, Helen Oxenbury is castaway by Lauren Laverne. 10:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Earthworms David Attenborough recalls visiting Australia to find the giant earthworm - using his ears
11:00	11:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 1. The Bells are Rung Up 1/8 Posh sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey probes an unsolved jewel theft and a grave mystery. 11:30 The Pied Piper of Hamelin by Robert Browning David Tennant stars in Robert Browning's legendary poem.	11:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 2. Lord Peter Is Called In 2/8 The elegant amateur sleuth probes the link from the body to the unsolved jewel theft. 11:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—1. F8 and Then Infinity 1/6 Teacher Johnny Shields has ideas for romance but a meeting leads him astray.	11:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 3. Bunter Breaks the Law 3/8 As Lord Peter Wimsey's probe moves to the bell tower, his manservant uses his initiative. 11:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—2. Light the Blue Touch Paper and Retire 2/6 Can teacher Johnny Shields infiltrate the smuggling gang in Switzerland?	11:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 4. The Hunt Moves to France 4/8 After translating the mystery letter, the sleuth sets off across the English Channel. 11:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—3. The Minestrone Thickens and is Stirred 3/6 Teacher Johnny Shields finds himself in mortal danger on his mission in Switzerland	11:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 5. A Question of Identity 5/8 With his trip to France, Lord Peter Wimsey moves closer to identifying the murderer. 11:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—4. Saraband to a Burning Fuse 4/6 Can Johnny Shields protect those around him from the plans of the smuggling gang?	11:00 Rose Tremain—Temporary Shelter Salesman Larry loses his jovial bonhomie after meeting former actor-poet Trist on holiday.	11:00 Poetry Extra—Poems for Idle Workers Daljit Nagra heads back to work and selects a highlight from the BBC's poetry archive. 11:30 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson (Omnibus) Paul Richardson’s journey around Britain exploring our cuisine. Read by Alex Jennings.
12:00	12:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—1. Apples and Hops in the Garden of England 1/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: Kent. 12:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—1. A Merry Christmas 1/10 In New England, the March family are facing a frugal Christmas without their father. 12:30 Cracking Up—Series 2, Pre-Occupation 1/4 Psychotherapist Spencer Pandy struggles with his 11 year-old daughter’s radical feminism.	12:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—2. Westward to Wales with Lamb and Lava Bread 2/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: West to Wales 12:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—2. Pickled Limes 2/10 Jo is determined to get to know Laurie more, and Amy gets into trouble at school. 12:30 Teatime—Episode 1 1/4 Comedy about a chaotic but loving family. Starring Philip Glenister and Samantha Spiro.	12:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—3. A Load of Tripe Up North 3/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: the North. 12:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—3. Fashionable Life 3/10 Eldest March sister Meg is excited to be travelling away from home for the first time. 12:30 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 8, Ventnor 6/6 Mark Steel visits Ventnor on the Isle of Wight and performs for the local residents.	12:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—4. Haggis, the Highlands and Deep Fried Mars Bars 4/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: the Highlands. 12:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—4. Dark Days 4/10 Jo has a secret, as has Laurie. And there are troubling days ahead for the March family. 12:30 What Does the K Stand For?—Series 2, Balham's Got Talent 3/6 Stephen K Amos's sitcom about growing up black, gay and funny in 1980s London.	12:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—5. Oysters on the East Coast 5/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: the East Coast 12:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—5. Aunt March Settles the Question 5/10 Winter brings the bitter cold to New England and deep and worrying times for the family. 12:30 Ability—Series 2, Doing a Runner 2/4 Matt, Bob and Jess do a runner from a restaurant - straight into trouble.	12:15 Roald Dahl—The Umbrella Man It's raining. A mother and daughter are offered an umbrella by an old gentleman. 12:30 The Secret Commonwealth (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 Lyra sets out on her dangerous journey across Europe.	12:40 Inheritance Tracks—Simon Farnaby Comedian Simon Farnaby chooses tracks by Cliff Richard and Lloyd Cole. 12:50 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 An enduring story of how young women forge a path into adulthood.
13:00	13:00 Steptoe and Son—Series 3, Cuckoo in the Nest 6/8 A shock for Harold when he meets his older half-brother. 13:30 After Henry—Series 4, Little Women 5/8 Sarah has a bit of trouble putting up some shelves, but she gets the last laugh.	13:00 The Goon Show—Vintage Goons, The Kippered Herring Gang 5/14 Neddie is trailing a notorious gang with a unique calling card. 13:30 Like They've Never Been Gone—Series 1, Episode 1 1/6 Fresh fame beckons ex-Eurovision duo Sheila and Tommy, but there's a big snag.	13:00 The Missing Hancocks—Series 4, New Year Resolutions 8/7 Hancock is determined to keep to his New Year Resolutions. It doesn't go well. 13:30 Lip Service—Episode 4 4/6 Clarinet and ironing board premiere. Sketches and songs with Maggie Fox and Sue Ryding.	13:00 Dad's Army—Series 2, War Dance 11/20 Private Pike disrupts the platoon dance. 13:30 The Random Jottings of Hinge and Bracket—Series 2, 3. Putting It On The Map 3/6 The dear ladies decide to revive an old custom.	13:00 Marriage Lines—Series 2, Episode 1 1/13 George is driven mad by Kate's baby preparations. 13:30 Know Your Place—Not to Be Used for Babies 2/8 Cleaner Elspeth gets her own storeroom from caretaker Ramsay - with conditions...	13:45 Uncle Mort's Celtic Fringe—Series 1, 1. Croeso to Whatsitsname 1/5 Carter Brandon and his Uncle head to Wales on their latest road trip.
14:00	14:00 Elephant in the Room—Series 1, Episode 4 4/13 Sarah Millican's new panel show with two winners - Average Jolene and Maverick Matilda. 14:30 Acropolis Now—Series 1, Fish 1/6 Fish restaurant owner Aristophanes gets a shock. Ancient Greece comedy by Lynne Truss.	14:00 The Motion Show—Series 5, Episode 5 5/6 Graeme Garden hosts as Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Arthur Smith and Lauren Laverne debate 14:30 Winston—Series 1, Whacko Jolly Dee 5/6 The wily poacher's plans for a life of bliss with Nancy hit a snag.	14:00 Counterpoint—Series 26, 2012 Semi-final 3 12/13 Paul Gambaccini chairs the latest semi-final of the general knowledge music quiz. 14:30 The Elephant Man—Endangered Species 1/8 As Southwood Zoo faces bankruptcy, what future for assistant head keeper Terry Lyon?	14:00 Guess What?—Episode 4 4/10 Animal, vegetable or mineral? Barry Took's revised 20 questions. 14:30 The Richest Man in Britain—The Meltdown 6/6 Dave buys some last-minute holiday euros and brings down the international monetary system	14:00 Whispers—Series 2, Episode 2 2/6 Scandals quiz with Anthony Holden, Lynne Truss, Lucy Moore and Michele Brown. 14:30 The Right Time—Series 4, Episode 4 4/6 Milkman blues and rock DJs in the sketch comedy about growing older disgracefully.	14:00 Not in Front of the Children—Series 2, Unemployment Problem 5/13 As the consequences of Henry's rash resignation sink in, Jennifer has a bright idea. 14:30 The 27-Year Itch—You're Never Too Old to Stay at Home Dorothy and Edward visit Clacton to pep up their marriage.	14:00 Frankie Howerd—Series 4, Episode 1 1/6 Frankie visits the doctor, and recalls his time on a desert island. 14:30 The Navy Lark—Series 10, Commander Trotter Takes Charge 4/18 Pertwee flies into a panic when Commander Bell is replaced.
15:00	15:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—1. Rescue 1/4 Shipwrecked Humphrey Van Weyden is rescued by demonic skipper and seal hunter Wolf Larsen.	15:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—2. Hunting 2/4 The schooner 'Ghost' journeys on to the seal herds. With Jack Klaff and Kerry Shale.	15:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—3. Danger 3/4 With Maud Brewster aboard, the real danger on the schooner's voyage is yet to begin.	15:00 Jack London - The Sea Wolf—4. Escape 4/4 Humphrey and Maud dash for freedom from the cruel captain, but Japan is 600 miles away.	15:00 Stephen Wakelam - Death at the Bed End A libel threat to a famous biography sparks a detective’s visit to Brontë country.	15:00 The Inimitable PG Wodehouse—3. Much Obliged 3/3 Alexander Armstrong celebrates the work of PG Wodehouse	15:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Illustrators 2, Helen Oxenbury Illustrator, Helen Oxenbury is castaway by Lauren Laverne. 15:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Earthworms David Attenborough recalls visiting Australia to find the giant earthworm - using his ears
16:00	16:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 1. The Bells are Rung Up 1/8 Posh sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey probes an unsolved jewel theft and a grave mystery. 16:30 The Pied Piper of Hamelin by Robert Browning David Tennant stars in Robert Browning's legendary poem.	16:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 2. Lord Peter Is Called In 2/8 The elegant amateur sleuth probes the link from the body to the unsolved jewel theft. 16:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—1. F8 and Then Infinity 1/6 Teacher Johnny Shields has ideas for romance but a meeting leads him astray.	16:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 3. Bunter Breaks the Law 3/8 As Lord Peter Wimsey's probe moves to the bell tower, his manservant uses his initiative. 16:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—2. Light the Blue Touch Paper and Retire 2/6 Can teacher Johnny Shields infiltrate the smuggling gang in Switzerland?	16:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 4. The Hunt Moves to France 4/8 After translating the mystery letter, the sleuth sets off across the English Channel. 16:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—3. The Minestrone Thickens and is Stirred 3/6 Teacher Johnny Shields finds himself in mortal danger on his mission in Switzerland	16:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Nine Tailors, 5. A Question of Identity 5/8 With his trip to France, Lord Peter Wimsey moves closer to identifying the murderer. 16:30 The 17-Jewelled Shockproof Swiss-Made Bomb—4. Saraband to a Burning Fuse 4/6 Can Johnny Shields protect those around him from the plans of the smuggling gang?	16:00 Hello Caller by Jonathan Holloway Decommissioned phone boxes reveal their secrets in a series of ‘trapped’ phone calls. 16:45 Gabriel-Ernest by Saki When Van Cheele discovers a wild youth in the woods, he is put out.	16:00 Frankenstein by Mary Shelley—2. Fearful 2/2 In the mountains, Frankenstein comes face-to-face with what he most hates and fears.
17:00	17:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—1. Apples and Hops in the Garden of England 1/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: Kent. 17:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—1. A Merry Christmas 1/10 In New England, the March family are facing a frugal Christmas without their father. 17:30 Cracking Up—Series 2, Pre-Occupation 1/4 Psychotherapist Spencer Pandy struggles with his 11 year-old daughter’s radical feminism.	17:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—2. Westward to Wales with Lamb and Lava Bread 2/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: West to Wales 17:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—2. Pickled Limes 2/10 Jo is determined to get to know Laurie more, and Amy gets into trouble at school. 17:30 Teatime—Episode 1 1/4 Comedy about a chaotic but loving family. Starring Philip Glenister and Samantha Spiro.	17:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—3. A Load of Tripe Up North 3/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: the North. 17:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—3. Fashionable Life 3/10 Eldest March sister Meg is excited to be travelling away from home for the first time. 17:30 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 8, Ventnor 6/6 Mark Steel visits Ventnor on the Isle of Wight and performs for the local residents.	17:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—4. Haggis, the Highlands and Deep Fried Mars Bars 4/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: the Highlands. 17:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—4. Dark Days 4/10 Jo has a secret, as has Laurie. And there are troubling days ahead for the March family. 17:30 What Does the K Stand For?—Series 2, Balham's Got Talent 3/6 Stephen K Amos's sitcom about growing up black, gay and funny in 1980s London.	17:00 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson—5. Oysters on the East Coast 5/5 Paul Richardson journey’s around Britain exploring our cuisine: the East Coast 17:15 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women—5. Aunt March Settles the Question 5/10 Winter brings the bitter cold to New England and deep and worrying times for the family. 17:30 Ability—Series 2, Doing a Runner 2/4 Matt, Bob and Jess do a runner from a restaurant - straight into trouble.	17:00 Rose Tremain—Temporary Shelter Salesman Larry loses his jovial bonhomie after meeting former actor-poet Trist on holiday.	17:00 Poetry Extra—Poems for Idle Workers Daljit Nagra heads back to work and selects a highlight from the BBC's poetry archive. 17:30 Cornucopia by Paul Richardson (Omnibus) Paul Richardson’s journey around Britain exploring our cuisine. Read by Alex Jennings.
18:00	18:00 Steptoe and Son—Series 3, Cuckoo in the Nest 6/8 A shock for Harold when he meets his older half-brother. 18:30 After Henry—Series 4, Little Women 5/8 Sarah has a bit of trouble putting up some shelves, but she gets the last laugh.	18:00 The Goon Show—Vintage Goons, The Kippered Herring Gang 5/14 Neddie is trailing a notorious gang with a unique calling card. 18:30 Like They've Never Been Gone—Series 1, Episode 1 1/6 Fresh fame beckons ex-Eurovision duo Sheila and Tommy, but there's a big snag.	18:00 The Missing Hancocks—Series 4, New Year Resolutions 8/7 Hancock is determined to keep to his New Year Resolutions. It doesn't go well. 18:30 Lip Service—Episode 4 4/6 Clarinet and ironing board premiere. Sketches and songs with Maggie Fox and Sue Ryding.	18:00 Dad's Army—Series 2, War Dance 11/20 Private Pike disrupts the platoon dance. 18:30 The Random Jottings of Hinge and Bracket—Series 2, 3. Putting It On The Map 3/6 The dear ladies decide to revive an old custom.	18:00 Marriage Lines—Series 2, Episode 1 1/13 George is driven mad by Kate's baby preparations. 18:30 Know Your Place—Not to Be Used for Babies 2/8 Cleaner Elspeth gets her own storeroom from caretaker Ramsay - with conditions...	18:15 Roald Dahl—The Umbrella Man It's raining. A mother and daughter are offered an umbrella by an old gentleman. 18:30 The Secret Commonwealth (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 Lyra sets out on her dangerous journey across Europe.	18:40 Inheritance Tracks—Simon Farnaby Comedian Simon Farnaby chooses tracks by Cliff Richard and Lloyd Cole. 18:50 Louisa May Alcott - Little Women (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 An enduring story of how young women forge a path into adulthood.
19:00	19:00 Elephant in the Room—Series 1, Episode 4 4/13 Sarah Millican's new panel show with two winners - Average Jolene and Maverick Matilda. 19:30 Acropolis Now—Series 1, Fish 1/6 Fish restaurant owner Aristophanes gets a shock. Ancient Greece comedy by Lynne Truss.	19:00 The Motion Show—Series 5, Episode 5 5/6 Graeme Garden hosts as Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Arthur Smith and Lauren Laverne debate 19:30 Winston—Series 1, Whacko Jolly Dee 5/6 The wily poacher's plans for a life of bliss with Nancy hit a snag.	19:00 Counterpoint—Series 26, 2012 Semi-final 3 12/13 Paul Gambaccini chairs the latest semi-final of the general knowledge music quiz. 19:30 The Elephant Man—Endangered Species 1/8 As Southwood Zoo faces bankruptcy, what future for assistant head keeper Terry Lyon?	19:00 Guess What?—Episode 4 4/10 Animal, vegetable or mineral? Barry Took's revised 20 questions. 19:30 The Richest Man in Britain—The Meltdown 6/6 Dave buys some last-minute holiday euros and brings down the international monetary system	19:00 Whispers—Series 2, Episode 2 2/6 Scandals quiz with Anthony Holden, Lynne Truss, Lucy Moore and Michele Brown. 19:30 The Right Time—Series 4, Episode 4 4/6 Milkman blues and rock DJs in the sketch comedy about growing older disgracefully.	19:45 Uncle Mort's Celtic Fringe—Series 1, 1. Croeso to Whatsitsname 1/5 Carter Brandon and his Uncle head to Wales on their latest road trip.
20:00	20:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Series 12, Live From Santa Barbara - Under The Armour 1/8 True stories told live in the USA: Dame Wilburn introduces tales under the armour 20:55 Inheritance Tracks—Ed Balls Ex-politician Ed Balls chooses tracks by George Frideric Handel and Peter Seeger.	20:00 TED Radio Hour—Series 9, Changing Our Minds 15/52 Manoush Zomorodi explores how we can better admit to being wrong 20:50 Inheritance Tracks—John Cooper Clarke The Bard of Salford chooses tracks by Bing Crosby & Al Jolson and Nick Lowe.	20:00 Archive on 4—Powers of Persuasion: How Britain Learned to Sell Wayne Hemingway charts 100 years of British advertising examining how we learned to sell.	20:00 The Inimitable PG Wodehouse—2. Carry On 2/3 Alexander Armstrong continues to celebrate the work of PG Wodehouse.	20:00 Losing The Children Michael Rosen explores the meaning behind one of Germany's greatest fairy tales. 20:30 Soul Music—Like a Rolling Stone Robbie Robertson, Al Kooper and Greil Marcus reflect on Bob Dylan's iconic song.	20:00 Not in Front of the Children—Series 2, Unemployment Problem 5/13 As the consequences of Henry's rash resignation sink in, Jennifer has a bright idea. 20:30 The 27-Year Itch—You're Never Too Old to Stay at Home Dorothy and Edward visit Clacton to pep up their marriage.	20:00 Frankie Howerd—Series 4, Episode 1 1/6 Frankie visits the doctor, and recalls his time on a desert island. 20:30 The Navy Lark—Series 10, Commander Trotter Takes Charge 4/18 Pertwee flies into a panic when Commander Bell is replaced.
21:00	21:00 A Good Read—Caroline Lucas & Rod Liddle Caroline Lucas and Rod Liddle join Harriett Gilbert to debate their favourite books. 21:30 Poison Farm: A Murderer Unmasked After 60 Years—1. Murder 1/5 Who killed the wealthy womaniser William Murfitt in 1938? 21:45 A Small Town Murder—Series 13, Episode 1 1/5 Meera Syal stars as family liaison officer Jackie Hartwell. A mobster has gone missing.	21:00 Sideways—Siding with the Enemy Matthew Syed re-examines the origins of the Stockholm Syndrome. 21:30 Poison Farm: A Murderer Unmasked After 60 Years—2. Investigation 2/5 In the case of a womanising farmer killed in 1938, evidence mounts against his wife. 21:45 A Small Town Murder—Series 13, Episode 2 2/5 The search continues for the missing notorious mobster Jimmy Reid.	21:00 Short Cuts—Series 10, Vox 6/8 Josie Long explores the power of the human voice. 21:30 Poison Farm: A Murderer Unmasked After 60 Years—3. New Leads 3/5 In the farmer death riddle - the spotlight falls on James Walker and his housekeeper. 21:45 A Small Town Murder—Series 13, Episode 3 3/5 Missing mobster Jimmy Reid's severed head has been delivered to the family home.	21:00 Great Lives—Caroline Catz on Delia Derbyshire Actor Caroline Catz chooses Delia Derbyshire, who realised the theme to Doctor Who. 21:30 Poison Farm: A Murderer Unmasked After 60 Years—4. Secrets 4/5 Secrets are revealed at the womaniser's inquest - but his killer is still at large. 21:45 A Small Town Murder—Series 13, Episode 4 4/5 Peter reveals he knows Angela, the victim's wife, from the past. Starring Meera Syal.	21:00 Curious Cases—Series 19, Surprising Symmetries We’ve got two eyes, two arms, two legs - but only one heart. Why!? asks Joanne. 21:30 Poison Farm: A Murderer Unmasked After 60 Years—5. Verdict 5/5 Police make one last trip to wealthy farmer William Muffit's murder scene. 21:45 A Small Town Murder—Series 13, Episode 5 5/5 Jimmy Reid's murderer is revealed, along with a secret that Peter has kept for years.	21:00 The Inimitable PG Wodehouse—3. Much Obliged 3/3 Alexander Armstrong celebrates the work of PG Wodehouse	21:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Illustrators 2, Helen Oxenbury Illustrator, Helen Oxenbury is castaway by Lauren Laverne. 21:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Earthworms David Attenborough recalls visiting Australia to find the giant earthworm - using his ears
22:00	22:00 It's a Fair Cop—Christmas Special Copper turned comic Alfie Moore takes us through the ins and outs of crime at Christmas. 22:30 New Year with the Shuttleworths John and Mary's celebration for the New Year. 22:45 Spats—Mankind v Nature Luke Roberts tackles the big arguments and solves them using light entertainment.	22:00 The Missing Hancocks—Series 4, The Christmas Eve Party 7/7 Hancock throws a Christmas party and finds himself in court. 22:30 Earls of the Court—The Hangover 6/6 Is Lloydie ready for what is coming when Johnno makes a hungover, life-changing decision? 22:45 Quando, Quando, Quando—The Christmas Rush 6/6 The brothers' festive flurry is curtailed as they hit the streets.	22:00 Whatever Happened to Baby Jane Austen?—Series 2, 3. Lucy Lassoes the Moon 3/4 To Florence’s horror, someone has reprinted her first novel. Selina’s in EastEnders. 22:30 The Museum of Everything—Series 1, The History of Everything 5/6 Make sure you flip over to the Elgin Tiddlywinks! Stars Marcus Brigstocke. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Alex Lowe Iain Lee talks to Alex Lowe.	22:00 Ken Cheng: I Can School You—3. Not an Exact Science Comedian Ken Cheng tackles school subjects, exploring science and its shortcomings. 22:30 Dan and Nick: The Wildebeest Years—Jelly Stinger 6/7 Salty talk show host Jelly Stinger meets some fishy guests.	22:00 Stand-Up Specials—Sigmund Troy'd President of The Greeters Guild Troy Hawke tackles psychotherapy in an award-winning show. 22:30 John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme—Series 5, Episode 2 2/6 The voice in John's head pushes him to tipping point, and a new approach to the news.	22:00 Tom Wrigglesworth's Open Letters—Series 2, Insurance 1/4 Tom asks why the insurance industry is so confusing? 22:30 The Nick Revell Show—Series 1, Decoration 2/6 The struggling writer paints his flat to impress Caroline, but his geraniums hate it.	22:00 The Confessional—Series 1, The Confession of Cariad Lloyd 1/10 Comedy revelations as Stephen Mangan talks to Cariad Lloyd about her guiltiest memories. 22:30 Ruby Wax - Frazzled—Episode 1 1/2 Ruby Wax explains how we got to be so frazzled and what we can do about it.
23:00	23:00 Dead Ringers—Christmas Specials 2023, Episode 3 3/3 The Dead Ringers team look back at their most memorable impressions of party leaders. 23:30 The Masterson Inheritance—Series 1, The Tatting of the Mastersons 5/6 Family revenge in the Wild West over dodgy dental work. Improvised comedy.	23:00 Chain Reaction—Series 10, Adam Buxton talks to Reece Shearsmith 1/6 Comedian and actor Adam Buxton talks to The League of Gentlemen's Reece Shearsmith. 23:30 Pleased to Meet You—Pilot 90-something good-time girl Dora Dale tells some wild tales from her star-strewn past.	23:00 Alex Horne Presents The Horne Section—Series 2, With Matt Lucas & Liane Carroll 6/6 Alex and his band explore the theme of seasons. 23:30 Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair—Series 5, Greta Doesn't Want to Wait for Godot 4/4 Comic monologues by Jenny Eclair where women reach a breaking point in their lives. 23:45 The Goldfish Bowl—Series 1, Episode 6 6/8 Liam and Anton witness their owners' break-up through their glass bowl.	23:00 The Maltby Collection—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 A TV detective star fancies Prunella during filming at the museum. 23:30 Thom Tuck - Goes Straight to DVD—Pilot What better way to chart mishaps in love than Disney films aimed at the home video market?	23:00 Small Scenes—Series 4, Episode 2 2/4 Why so many Cornish pasty shops in British railway stations? Sketches with Daniel Rigby. 23:30 A World of Dowie—1. Relationships 1/4 John Dowie sings and jokes his way through the painful topic of relationships.	23:00 That Mitchell and Webb Sound—Series 4, Episode 6 6/6 The new yoghurt for women, and meet Britain's best police tortoise. 23:30 Hut 33—Series 1, Baghdad 2/6 Two of the wartime code-breakers jump at the chance to escape Bletchley Park for Iraq.	23:00 Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones!—Series 2, The Bodyguard 6/6 Milton discovers that a diva and a tent full of jam don't mix as well as he'd imagined. 23:30 The In Crowd—Series 3, Episode 1 1/5 Sketch show from Manchester's Comedy Store with Robin Ince and Helen Moon.

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