Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 3 - 9 June 2024

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00:00	00:00 Wally K Daly—Before the Screaming Begins, 3. Revelation 3/3 The alien intent is revealed. Can the Earth fight back? Stars Donald Hewlett. 00:30 The Darker Side of the Border—3. The Brownie of the Black Haggs by James Hogg 3/3 Lady Wheelhope becomes dangerously obsessed with a mysterious servant.	00:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Stuck! True stories told live in the USA: Sarah Austin Jenness introduces tales about being stuck 00:55 Inheritance Tracks—Marty Wilde Singer Marty Wilde chooses tracks by Frankie Laine and Bill Haley & His Comets.	00:00 A Good Read—Lionel Shriver and Mae Martin Lionel Shriver and Mae Martin talk with Harriett Gilbert about books they love. 00:30 The Seven Car Parks of Croydon Sue Perkins revisits her former home-town, Croydon, the mini-Manhattan of Outer London	00:00 What If...—D-Day Failed? Christopher Andrew explores what would have happened if the Normandy landings had failed	00:00 Great Lives—Lord Byron Sue Limb nominates 'mad, bad and dangerous to know' poet, Lord Byron. 00:30 Sir John Soane At Home Rosemary Hill uncovers the hidden history of Sir John Soane's museum in London	00:00 Soul Music—Lili Marlene The impact of wartime favourite 'Lili Marlene', made famous by Marlene Dietrich. 00:30 The Art of Adultery Natalie Haynes finds out why adultery remains such a regular subject in popular culture.	00:00 Torchwood: The Dead Line When a hospital is inundated with patients in trances, Torchwood move in to investigate. 00:45 Roald Dahl—The Man from the South Win a car or lose a finger - what will be the result of an old man's bizarre bet?
01:00	01:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Actors, Goldie Hawn Hollywood actress Goldie Hawn is castaway by Kirsty Young. 01:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Songsters The messages conveyed in the syllables, melodies and repeated phrases of singing birds.	01:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 1. Death Sentence 1/5 With a man due to hang, Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot probes a savage murder. 01:30 The Great Impersonation—1. Old Friends Meet 1/5 East Africa 1914: A German meets a look alike Englishman - sparking a sinister plan.	01:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 2. Headlines 2/5 Poirot believes a woman's brutal murder is linked to a lurid newspaper article. 01:30 The Great Impersonation—2. The Homecoming 2/5 German agent Leopold returns to England as Sir Everard Dominey.	01:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 3. Suspects 3/5 In the respectable village of Broadhinny, Hercule Poirot has several murder suspects. 01:30 The Great Impersonation—3. Lady Dominey 3/5 The spy claiming to be Everard Dominey goes to Norfolk, where he has a lucky escape.	01:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 4. Danger 4/5 Events take a dramatic turn and the range of suspects narrows down. 01:30 The Great Impersonation—4. The Messenger 4/5 Leopold battles to keep two women happy, but things start to unravel...	01:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 5. Final Clue 5/5 Poirot concludes his investigation but there’s more than one surprise in store. 01:30 The Great Impersonation—5. The Truth Revealed 5/5 The Kaiser’s plans gather pace. And exactly who is Sir Everard Dominey?	01:00 Kafka the Musical David Tennant plays Kafka, trapped in a musical about his life.
02:00	02:00 Poetry Extra—Between the Ears - Miss Birdie's Letter Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 02:30 The Nature of Spring by Jim Crumley (Omnibus) Captivating picture of Scotland’s wilderness in spring.	02:00 Minor Adjustment—Lollipops and Roses 1/6 Peter Davison stars in a family sitcom featuring a daughter with Down's syndrome. 02:30 Steptoe and Son—Series 6, The Seven Steptoerai 7/8 Albert's kung fu club tackles extortionists.	02:00 Semi Circles—Series 2, A Lack of Moral Fibre 6/6 Christmas is coming and Ben is getting fat, but will dieting with Helen raise his spirits? 02:30 The Goon Show—Series 5, Under Two Floorboards 18/24 In true Beau Geste style, Neddie Seagoon joins the foreign legion in disgrace.	02:00 Winston—Winston in Love, I'm in Love, I'm in Love 1/6 Newly in love, Nancy is not too keen on recalling past events with old rogue Winston. 02:30 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 1, The Boxing Champion 4/16 The Lad knocks down a prize boxer!	02:00 Patterson—Episode 2 2/8 English literature tutor Patterson meets his new colleagues and students. 02:30 Dad's Army—Series 3, Asleep in the Deep 13/26 Walker and Godfrey get trapped in a pumping station and so do their rescuers.	02:00 The Older Woman—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 Roy tries to impress Jane with some campaigning local journalism. 02:30 The Burkiss Way—Series 4, Rise from the Grave the Burkiss Way 2/7 Dracula and Oedipus Rex get a good going over from Fred, Jo, Nigel and Chris.	02:30 Margaret Atwood - The Testaments (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/3 Aunt Lydia reveals how she came to be a Founder of the Gilead regime.
03:00	03:40 Inheritance Tracks—Natalie Cassidy Actress Natalie Cassidy chooses tracks by Frank Sinatra and Alanis Morrissette. 03:50 Curious Under the Stars—Series 10 (Omnibus) - Things of Stone Disaster strikes the pub in the mysterious village of Glan Don, on the wild Welsh coast.	03:00 A Short Gentleman—Episode 1 1/4 Robert sails through all his exams, but finding a girlfriend is more testing. 03:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—1. The Blitz Begins 1/10 1941: the Belfast Blitz begins. 03:45 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus 6 - Putting You Through 31st May: Ahead of the D-Day landings, two telephone operators enjoy a break.	03:00 The Fair Intellectual Club—An Engagement with Mr Hogarth 5/6 Portraits and Poteen delight the Fair Intellectuals when Mr Hogarth comes to Edinburgh. 03:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—2. The Aftermath 2/10 Audrey announces her engagement and Emma witnesses the air raid aftermath. 03:45 D-Day Minus—D Day Minus 5 - Taking Leave 1st June: Ahead of the D-Day landings, a Tommy makes a visit to a Welsh school.	03:00 Hazelbeach—Series 1, Gardening 4/6 Ronnie has a devious idea to get Nick's ex-girlfriend back. What could go wrong? 03:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—3. Discovery 3/10 Emma finds the happiness she has been searching for. 03:45 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus 4 - Harry and Gloria 2nd June: Ahead of the D-Day landings, Canadian soldier Harry has to say his goodbyes	03:00 The Break—Series 2, The Clench 5/6 Jeff and Andy head off to find a lost sweet shop. With Philip Jackson and Mark Benton. 03:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—4. The Dance 4/10 The Floral Hall dance ends in panic as another air raid strikes. 03:45 D-Day Minus—D Day Minus 3 - Lilly's Mum 3rd June: Ahead of the D-Day landings, Margaret is trying to find her runaway daughter	03:00 Says on the Tin—Chowder 4/6 The battle to promote an American fish dish to the British palate. 03:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—5. Front Line 5/10 Emma finds herself on the front line, witnessing the brutality of war. 03:45 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus 2 - Drop Zone 4th June, France: Ahead of the D-Day landings, Father Pierre receives an urgent request	03:45 Marriott's Monologues—Kenneth Waller Two more monologues from Marriot Edgar: 'Asparagus' and 'Albert and the Headsman'
04:00		04:00 Just a Minute—Series 53, Episode 10 10/10 Nicholas Parsons with Paul Merton, Chris Addison, Julian Clary and Sue Perkins. 04:30 The Nimmo Twins In...—Series 1, Killing Time 4/6 Mr Pike takes on many mundane jobs - with the zeal of a former assassin.	04:00 The Personality Test—Series 2, Antony Worrall-Thompson 4/6 The celebrity chef and writer quizzes a panel about himself. 04:30 Artists—Series 2, Special Happy Places 4/4 De-cluttering his house, Gerard's friends all get gifts, leaving Tamsin less than thrilled	04:00 Dilemma—Series 2, Episode 3 3/6 Sue Perkins with Dave Gorman, Anita Anand, Mark Evans and Jenny Eclair. 04:30 Two Doors Down—Series 2, Mythical Kings and Iguanas 2/4 Marlborough Road's multitasking mother Saffron turns to cleaner Sally for help.	04:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 26, Episode 4 4/7 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 04:30 The Leopard in Autumn—Series 2, The Bonfire of the Sanities 4/6 Plethora plots to get rid of a crowd of peasants while bumping up Monte Guano's coffers.	04:00 The 3rd Degree—Series 12, Lancaster University 6/6 Three students from Lancaster University take on their dons in the upbeat quiz. 04:30 Arrested Development—Episode 1 1/4 Penny and Dave are getting married, but her new hair-do might not let them.	04:00 Educated Evans by Edgar Wallace—The Snout 2/4 Can the skint tipster plot revenge and end up a winner too? 04:30 The Arthur Haynes Show—From 04/08/1963 The popular comedian stars in Johnny Speight's sketches. With Nicholas Parsons.
05:00	05:00 Tony's—Series 2, Under Investigation 6/6 The hair salon is getting unexpected customers - could the taxman be sniffing around? 05:30 Much Binding in the Marsh—From 10/05/1950 Still looking for work, the ex-RAF gang turns its hand to babysitting.	05:00 Blood Count The story of the relationship of Ellington and Strayhorn, told during their final session. 05:45 Madame Zilensky and the King of Finland by Carson McCullers The music department is running smoothly, yet Mr Brook is uneasy over Madame Zilensky.	05:00 Alan England - I'll Be Caesar A teacher's study text mirrors events in a 1950s classroom during National Service days	05:00 Wallis - The Life and Legends of Wallis Simpson—A Pretty Girl is Like a Melody 1/3 Reviled for the King's abdication, what was the Duchess of Windsor really like?	05:00 Wallis - The Life and Legends of Wallis Simpson—Tea for Two 2/3 Wallis recalls her first marriage and her attempts to meet a prince.	05:00 Wallis - The Life and Legends of Wallis Simpson—The Melody Lingers On 3/3 Wallis realises marrying an ex-King means broken promises, plus doubtful acquaintances.	05:00 Great Lives - 400 and Counting—1. Eric and Ernest 1/3 From Eric Morecambe to Ernest Shackleton - the story behind 400 Great Lives
06:00	06:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 1. Death Sentence 1/5 With a man due to hang, Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot probes a savage murder. 06:30 The Great Impersonation—1. Old Friends Meet 1/5 East Africa 1914: A German meets a look alike Englishman - sparking a sinister plan.	06:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 2. Headlines 2/5 Poirot believes a woman's brutal murder is linked to a lurid newspaper article. 06:30 The Great Impersonation—2. The Homecoming 2/5 German agent Leopold returns to England as Sir Everard Dominey.	06:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 3. Suspects 3/5 In the respectable village of Broadhinny, Hercule Poirot has several murder suspects. 06:30 The Great Impersonation—3. Lady Dominey 3/5 The spy claiming to be Everard Dominey goes to Norfolk, where he has a lucky escape.	06:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 4. Danger 4/5 Events take a dramatic turn and the range of suspects narrows down. 06:30 The Great Impersonation—4. The Messenger 4/5 Leopold battles to keep two women happy, but things start to unravel...	06:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 5. Final Clue 5/5 Poirot concludes his investigation but there’s more than one surprise in store. 06:30 The Great Impersonation—5. The Truth Revealed 5/5 The Kaiser’s plans gather pace. And exactly who is Sir Everard Dominey?	06:00 Kafka the Musical David Tennant plays Kafka, trapped in a musical about his life.	06:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Actors, Hugh Laurie Actor and musician Hugh Laurie is castaway by Kirsty Young. 06:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Bowerbirds Musings on the structures built by New Guinea's Vogelkop bowerbirds to attract mates.
07:00	07:00 Minor Adjustment—Lollipops and Roses 1/6 Peter Davison stars in a family sitcom featuring a daughter with Down's syndrome. 07:30 Steptoe and Son—Series 6, The Seven Steptoerai 7/8 Albert's kung fu club tackles extortionists.	07:00 Semi Circles—Series 2, A Lack of Moral Fibre 6/6 Christmas is coming and Ben is getting fat, but will dieting with Helen raise his spirits? 07:30 The Goon Show—Series 5, Under Two Floorboards 18/24 In true Beau Geste style, Neddie Seagoon joins the foreign legion in disgrace.	07:00 Winston—Winston in Love, I'm in Love, I'm in Love 1/6 Newly in love, Nancy is not too keen on recalling past events with old rogue Winston. 07:30 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 1, The Boxing Champion 4/16 The Lad knocks down a prize boxer!	07:00 Patterson—Episode 2 2/8 English literature tutor Patterson meets his new colleagues and students. 07:30 Dad's Army—Series 3, Asleep in the Deep 13/26 Walker and Godfrey get trapped in a pumping station and so do their rescuers.	07:00 The Older Woman—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 Roy tries to impress Jane with some campaigning local journalism. 07:30 The Burkiss Way—Series 4, Rise from the Grave the Burkiss Way 2/7 Dracula and Oedipus Rex get a good going over from Fred, Jo, Nigel and Chris.	07:30 Margaret Atwood - The Testaments (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/3 Aunt Lydia reveals how she came to be a Founder of the Gilead regime.	07:00 Poetry Extra—Stories In Verse - Goblin Market and The Forsaken Merman Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 07:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 It’s April 1941. Belfast has escaped the worst of the war – so far. Two sisters' stories.
08:00	08:00 A Short Gentleman—Episode 1 1/4 Robert sails through all his exams, but finding a girlfriend is more testing. 08:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—1. The Blitz Begins 1/10 1941: the Belfast Blitz begins. 08:45 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus 6 - Putting You Through 31st May: Ahead of the D-Day landings, two telephone operators enjoy a break.	08:00 The Fair Intellectual Club—An Engagement with Mr Hogarth 5/6 Portraits and Poteen delight the Fair Intellectuals when Mr Hogarth comes to Edinburgh. 08:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—2. The Aftermath 2/10 Audrey announces her engagement and Emma witnesses the air raid aftermath. 08:45 D-Day Minus—D Day Minus 5 - Taking Leave 1st June: Ahead of the D-Day landings, a Tommy makes a visit to a Welsh school.	08:00 Hazelbeach—Series 1, Gardening 4/6 Ronnie has a devious idea to get Nick's ex-girlfriend back. What could go wrong? 08:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—3. Discovery 3/10 Emma finds the happiness she has been searching for. 08:45 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus 4 - Harry and Gloria 2nd June: Ahead of the D-Day landings, Canadian soldier Harry has to say his goodbyes	08:00 The Break—Series 2, The Clench 5/6 Jeff and Andy head off to find a lost sweet shop. With Philip Jackson and Mark Benton. 08:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—4. The Dance 4/10 The Floral Hall dance ends in panic as another air raid strikes. 08:45 D-Day Minus—D Day Minus 3 - Lilly's Mum 3rd June: Ahead of the D-Day landings, Margaret is trying to find her runaway daughter	08:00 Says on the Tin—Chowder 4/6 The battle to promote an American fish dish to the British palate. 08:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—5. Front Line 5/10 Emma finds herself on the front line, witnessing the brutality of war. 08:45 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus 2 - Drop Zone 4th June, France: Ahead of the D-Day landings, Father Pierre receives an urgent request	08:45 Marriott's Monologues—Kenneth Waller Two more monologues from Marriot Edgar: 'Asparagus' and 'Albert and the Headsman'	08:40 Inheritance Tracks—Lauren Laverne BBC 6 Music DJ Lauren Laverne chooses tracks by Dick Gaughan and Odetta. 08:50 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus (Omnibus) Five short dramas set in Britain and France, ahead of the Allied invasion of Europe.
09:00	09:00 I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue—Series 81, Episode 3 3/6 The multi award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee. 09:30 A British History in Weather—6. Holiday on Ice 6/10 Alexandra Harris tells the story of how the weather has shaped the culture of Britain. 09:45 Daily Service—Psalms - Songs of Praise - Sing to the Lord Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Laura Darrall	09:00 Ivo Graham's Obsessions—Joe Lycett's Obsessions - Series 2, Clara Amfo and Carol Kirkwood 1/4 Carol Kirkwood and Clara Amfo join Joe on the sofa. 09:30 A British History in Weather—7. Rain 7/10 Alexandra Harris tells the story of how the weather has shaped the culture of Britain. 09:45 Daily Service—Psalms - Songs of Praise - Praise the Lord Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Greg Finn.	09:00 Robin Ince's Reality Tunnel—Fossils of the Mind Robin Ince is back with his acclaimed show. This time he's talking about love and books. 09:30 A British History in Weather—8. In Cloudland 8/10 Alexandra Harris tells the story of how the weather has shaped the culture of Britain. 09:45 Daily Service—Psalms - Songs of Praise - Songs of thanksgiving Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Kirsty Thorpe	09:00 Rhysearch—Series 1, 1. Are Billionaires Evil? 1/3 Comedian Rhys James has time to investigate: Is money the root of all evil? 09:30 A British History in Weather—9. Storm 9/10 Alexandra Harris tells the story of how the weather has shaped the culture of Britain. 09:45 Daily Service—On the 80th anniversary of D-Day Marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day with Lord Richard Dannatt.	09:00 Michael Spicer: No Room—Series 1, 5. Pink Why did you spend so much time on my genitals? 09:15 Michael Spicer: No Room—Series 1, 6. Blue A toilet roll can change your life. 09:30 A British History in Weather—10. Beginnings and Endings 10/10 Alexandra Harris tells the story of how the weather has shaped the culture of Britain. 09:45 Daily Service—Psalms - Songs of Praise - Give thanks Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Bishop David Walker	09:00 Educated Evans by Edgar Wallace—The Snout 2/4 Can the skint tipster plot revenge and end up a winner too? 09:30 The Arthur Haynes Show—From 04/08/1963 The popular comedian stars in Johnny Speight's sketches. With Nicholas Parsons.
10:00	10:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Stuck! True stories told live in the USA: Sarah Austin Jenness introduces tales about being stuck 10:55 Inheritance Tracks—Marty Wilde Singer Marty Wilde chooses tracks by Frankie Laine and Bill Haley & His Comets.	10:00 A Good Read—Lionel Shriver and Mae Martin Lionel Shriver and Mae Martin talk with Harriett Gilbert about books they love. 10:30 The Seven Car Parks of Croydon Sue Perkins revisits her former home-town, Croydon, the mini-Manhattan of Outer London	10:00 What If...—D-Day Failed? Christopher Andrew explores what would have happened if the Normandy landings had failed	10:00 Great Lives—Lord Byron Sue Limb nominates 'mad, bad and dangerous to know' poet, Lord Byron. 10:30 Sir John Soane At Home Rosemary Hill uncovers the hidden history of Sir John Soane's museum in London	10:00 Soul Music—Lili Marlene The impact of wartime favourite 'Lili Marlene', made famous by Marlene Dietrich. 10:30 The Art of Adultery Natalie Haynes finds out why adultery remains such a regular subject in popular culture.	10:00 Great Lives - 400 and Counting—1. Eric and Ernest 1/3 From Eric Morecambe to Ernest Shackleton - the story behind 400 Great Lives	10:00 Educating Archie—From 04/02/1954 Brough goes to the fair and Archie visits the future. 10:30 Much Binding in the Marsh—From 24/05/1950 Elocution lessons are on offer with Brains Amalgamated's new machine.
11:00	11:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 1. Death Sentence 1/5 With a man due to hang, Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot probes a savage murder. 11:30 The Great Impersonation—1. Old Friends Meet 1/5 East Africa 1914: A German meets a look alike Englishman - sparking a sinister plan.	11:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 2. Headlines 2/5 Poirot believes a woman's brutal murder is linked to a lurid newspaper article. 11:30 The Great Impersonation—2. The Homecoming 2/5 German agent Leopold returns to England as Sir Everard Dominey.	11:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 3. Suspects 3/5 In the respectable village of Broadhinny, Hercule Poirot has several murder suspects. 11:30 The Great Impersonation—3. Lady Dominey 3/5 The spy claiming to be Everard Dominey goes to Norfolk, where he has a lucky escape.	11:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 4. Danger 4/5 Events take a dramatic turn and the range of suspects narrows down. 11:30 The Great Impersonation—4. The Messenger 4/5 Leopold battles to keep two women happy, but things start to unravel...	11:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 5. Final Clue 5/5 Poirot concludes his investigation but there’s more than one surprise in store. 11:30 The Great Impersonation—5. The Truth Revealed 5/5 The Kaiser’s plans gather pace. And exactly who is Sir Everard Dominey?	11:00 Kafka the Musical David Tennant plays Kafka, trapped in a musical about his life.	11:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Actors, Hugh Laurie Actor and musician Hugh Laurie is castaway by Kirsty Young. 11:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Bowerbirds Musings on the structures built by New Guinea's Vogelkop bowerbirds to attract mates.
12:00	12:00 Minor Adjustment—Lollipops and Roses 1/6 Peter Davison stars in a family sitcom featuring a daughter with Down's syndrome. 12:30 Steptoe and Son—Series 6, The Seven Steptoerai 7/8 Albert's kung fu club tackles extortionists.	12:00 Semi Circles—Series 2, A Lack of Moral Fibre 6/6 Christmas is coming and Ben is getting fat, but will dieting with Helen raise his spirits? 12:30 The Goon Show—Series 5, Under Two Floorboards 18/24 In true Beau Geste style, Neddie Seagoon joins the foreign legion in disgrace.	12:00 Winston—Winston in Love, I'm in Love, I'm in Love 1/6 Newly in love, Nancy is not too keen on recalling past events with old rogue Winston. 12:30 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 1, The Boxing Champion 4/16 The Lad knocks down a prize boxer!	12:00 Patterson—Episode 2 2/8 English literature tutor Patterson meets his new colleagues and students. 12:30 Dad's Army—Series 3, Asleep in the Deep 13/26 Walker and Godfrey get trapped in a pumping station and so do their rescuers.	12:00 The Older Woman—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 Roy tries to impress Jane with some campaigning local journalism. 12:30 The Burkiss Way—Series 4, Rise from the Grave the Burkiss Way 2/7 Dracula and Oedipus Rex get a good going over from Fred, Jo, Nigel and Chris.	12:30 Margaret Atwood - The Testaments (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/3 Aunt Lydia reveals how she came to be a Founder of the Gilead regime.	12:00 Poetry Extra—Stories In Verse - Goblin Market and The Forsaken Merman Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 12:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 It’s April 1941. Belfast has escaped the worst of the war – so far. Two sisters' stories.
13:00	13:00 A Short Gentleman—Episode 1 1/4 Robert sails through all his exams, but finding a girlfriend is more testing. 13:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—1. The Blitz Begins 1/10 1941: the Belfast Blitz begins. 13:45 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus 6 - Putting You Through 31st May: Ahead of the D-Day landings, two telephone operators enjoy a break.	13:00 The Fair Intellectual Club—An Engagement with Mr Hogarth 5/6 Portraits and Poteen delight the Fair Intellectuals when Mr Hogarth comes to Edinburgh. 13:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—2. The Aftermath 2/10 Audrey announces her engagement and Emma witnesses the air raid aftermath. 13:45 D-Day Minus—D Day Minus 5 - Taking Leave 1st June: Ahead of the D-Day landings, a Tommy makes a visit to a Welsh school.	13:00 Hazelbeach—Series 1, Gardening 4/6 Ronnie has a devious idea to get Nick's ex-girlfriend back. What could go wrong? 13:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—3. Discovery 3/10 Emma finds the happiness she has been searching for. 13:45 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus 4 - Harry and Gloria 2nd June: Ahead of the D-Day landings, Canadian soldier Harry has to say his goodbyes	13:00 The Break—Series 2, The Clench 5/6 Jeff and Andy head off to find a lost sweet shop. With Philip Jackson and Mark Benton. 13:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—4. The Dance 4/10 The Floral Hall dance ends in panic as another air raid strikes. 13:45 D-Day Minus—D Day Minus 3 - Lilly's Mum 3rd June: Ahead of the D-Day landings, Margaret is trying to find her runaway daughter	13:00 Says on the Tin—Chowder 4/6 The battle to promote an American fish dish to the British palate. 13:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—5. Front Line 5/10 Emma finds herself on the front line, witnessing the brutality of war. 13:45 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus 2 - Drop Zone 4th June, France: Ahead of the D-Day landings, Father Pierre receives an urgent request	13:45 Marriott's Monologues—Kenneth Waller Two more monologues from Marriot Edgar: 'Asparagus' and 'Albert and the Headsman'	13:40 Inheritance Tracks—Lauren Laverne BBC 6 Music DJ Lauren Laverne chooses tracks by Dick Gaughan and Odetta. 13:50 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus (Omnibus) Five short dramas set in Britain and France, ahead of the Allied invasion of Europe.
14:00	14:00 Just a Minute—Series 53, Episode 10 10/10 Nicholas Parsons with Paul Merton, Chris Addison, Julian Clary and Sue Perkins. 14:30 The Nimmo Twins In...—Series 1, Killing Time 4/6 Mr Pike takes on many mundane jobs - with the zeal of a former assassin.	14:00 The Personality Test—Series 2, Antony Worrall-Thompson 4/6 The celebrity chef and writer quizzes a panel about himself. 14:30 Artists—Series 2, Special Happy Places 4/4 De-cluttering his house, Gerard's friends all get gifts, leaving Tamsin less than thrilled	14:00 Dilemma—Series 2, Episode 3 3/6 Sue Perkins with Dave Gorman, Anita Anand, Mark Evans and Jenny Eclair. 14:30 Two Doors Down—Series 2, Mythical Kings and Iguanas 2/4 Marlborough Road's multitasking mother Saffron turns to cleaner Sally for help.	14:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 26, Episode 4 4/7 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 14:30 The Leopard in Autumn—Series 2, The Bonfire of the Sanities 4/6 Plethora plots to get rid of a crowd of peasants while bumping up Monte Guano's coffers.	14:00 The 3rd Degree—Series 12, Lancaster University 6/6 Three students from Lancaster University take on their dons in the upbeat quiz. 14:30 Arrested Development—Episode 1 1/4 Penny and Dave are getting married, but her new hair-do might not let them.	14:00 Educated Evans by Edgar Wallace—The Snout 2/4 Can the skint tipster plot revenge and end up a winner too? 14:30 The Arthur Haynes Show—From 04/08/1963 The popular comedian stars in Johnny Speight's sketches. With Nicholas Parsons.
15:00	15:00 Blood Count The story of the relationship of Ellington and Strayhorn, told during their final session. 15:45 Madame Zilensky and the King of Finland by Carson McCullers The music department is running smoothly, yet Mr Brook is uneasy over Madame Zilensky.	15:00 Alan England - I'll Be Caesar A teacher's study text mirrors events in a 1950s classroom during National Service days	15:00 Wallis - The Life and Legends of Wallis Simpson—A Pretty Girl is Like a Melody 1/3 Reviled for the King's abdication, what was the Duchess of Windsor really like?	15:00 Wallis - The Life and Legends of Wallis Simpson—Tea for Two 2/3 Wallis recalls her first marriage and her attempts to meet a prince.	15:00 Wallis - The Life and Legends of Wallis Simpson—The Melody Lingers On 3/3 Wallis realises marrying an ex-King means broken promises, plus doubtful acquaintances.	15:00 Great Lives - 400 and Counting—1. Eric and Ernest 1/3 From Eric Morecambe to Ernest Shackleton - the story behind 400 Great Lives	15:00 Educating Archie—From 04/02/1954 Brough goes to the fair and Archie visits the future. 15:30 Much Binding in the Marsh—From 24/05/1950 Elocution lessons are on offer with Brains Amalgamated's new machine.
16:00	16:00 The Moth Radio Hour—Stuck! True stories told live in the USA: Sarah Austin Jenness introduces tales about being stuck 16:55 Inheritance Tracks—Marty Wilde Singer Marty Wilde chooses tracks by Frankie Laine and Bill Haley & His Comets.	16:00 A Good Read—Lionel Shriver and Mae Martin Lionel Shriver and Mae Martin talk with Harriett Gilbert about books they love. 16:30 The Seven Car Parks of Croydon Sue Perkins revisits her former home-town, Croydon, the mini-Manhattan of Outer London	16:00 What If...—D-Day Failed? Christopher Andrew explores what would have happened if the Normandy landings had failed	16:00 Great Lives—Lord Byron Sue Limb nominates 'mad, bad and dangerous to know' poet, Lord Byron. 16:30 Sir John Soane At Home Rosemary Hill uncovers the hidden history of Sir John Soane's museum in London	16:00 Soul Music—Lili Marlene The impact of wartime favourite 'Lili Marlene', made famous by Marlene Dietrich. 16:30 The Art of Adultery Natalie Haynes finds out why adultery remains such a regular subject in popular culture.	16:00 Torchwood: The Dead Line When a hospital is inundated with patients in trances, Torchwood move in to investigate. 16:45 Roald Dahl—The Man from the South Win a car or lose a finger - what will be the result of an old man's bizarre bet?	16:00 Robert Easby - Oneira—1. The Big Chill 1/5 A museum guard's quest to learn the secrets of the universe with a 400-year-old man. 16:30 Ray Bradbury's Tales of the Bizarre—Series 2, The Man Upstairs 1/6 A young boy's fascination with anatomy proves crucial in saving lives.
17:00	17:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 1. Death Sentence 1/5 With a man due to hang, Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot probes a savage murder. 17:30 The Great Impersonation—1. Old Friends Meet 1/5 East Africa 1914: A German meets a look alike Englishman - sparking a sinister plan.	17:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 2. Headlines 2/5 Poirot believes a woman's brutal murder is linked to a lurid newspaper article. 17:30 The Great Impersonation—2. The Homecoming 2/5 German agent Leopold returns to England as Sir Everard Dominey.	17:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 3. Suspects 3/5 In the respectable village of Broadhinny, Hercule Poirot has several murder suspects. 17:30 The Great Impersonation—3. Lady Dominey 3/5 The spy claiming to be Everard Dominey goes to Norfolk, where he has a lucky escape.	17:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 4. Danger 4/5 Events take a dramatic turn and the range of suspects narrows down. 17:30 The Great Impersonation—4. The Messenger 4/5 Leopold battles to keep two women happy, but things start to unravel...	17:00 Whodunnits—Hercule Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead, 5. Final Clue 5/5 Poirot concludes his investigation but there’s more than one surprise in store. 17:30 The Great Impersonation—5. The Truth Revealed 5/5 The Kaiser’s plans gather pace. And exactly who is Sir Everard Dominey?	17:00 Kafka the Musical David Tennant plays Kafka, trapped in a musical about his life.	17:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Actors, Hugh Laurie Actor and musician Hugh Laurie is castaway by Kirsty Young. 17:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Bowerbirds Musings on the structures built by New Guinea's Vogelkop bowerbirds to attract mates.
18:00	18:00 Minor Adjustment—Lollipops and Roses 1/6 Peter Davison stars in a family sitcom featuring a daughter with Down's syndrome. 18:30 Steptoe and Son—Series 6, The Seven Steptoerai 7/8 Albert's kung fu club tackles extortionists.	18:00 Semi Circles—Series 2, A Lack of Moral Fibre 6/6 Christmas is coming and Ben is getting fat, but will dieting with Helen raise his spirits? 18:30 The Goon Show—Series 5, Under Two Floorboards 18/24 In true Beau Geste style, Neddie Seagoon joins the foreign legion in disgrace.	18:00 Winston—Winston in Love, I'm in Love, I'm in Love 1/6 Newly in love, Nancy is not too keen on recalling past events with old rogue Winston. 18:30 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 1, The Boxing Champion 4/16 The Lad knocks down a prize boxer!	18:00 Patterson—Episode 2 2/8 English literature tutor Patterson meets his new colleagues and students. 18:30 Dad's Army—Series 3, Asleep in the Deep 13/26 Walker and Godfrey get trapped in a pumping station and so do their rescuers.	18:00 The Older Woman—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 Roy tries to impress Jane with some campaigning local journalism. 18:30 The Burkiss Way—Series 4, Rise from the Grave the Burkiss Way 2/7 Dracula and Oedipus Rex get a good going over from Fred, Jo, Nigel and Chris.	18:30 Margaret Atwood - The Testaments (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/3 Aunt Lydia reveals how she came to be a Founder of the Gilead regime.	18:00 Poetry Extra—Stories In Verse - Goblin Market and The Forsaken Merman Daljit Nagra selects the best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 18:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell (Omnibus)—Episode 1 1/2 It’s April 1941. Belfast has escaped the worst of the war – so far. Two sisters' stories.
19:00	19:00 A Short Gentleman—Episode 1 1/4 Robert sails through all his exams, but finding a girlfriend is more testing. 19:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—1. The Blitz Begins 1/10 1941: the Belfast Blitz begins. 19:45 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus 6 - Putting You Through 31st May: Ahead of the D-Day landings, two telephone operators enjoy a break.	19:00 The Fair Intellectual Club—An Engagement with Mr Hogarth 5/6 Portraits and Poteen delight the Fair Intellectuals when Mr Hogarth comes to Edinburgh. 19:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—2. The Aftermath 2/10 Audrey announces her engagement and Emma witnesses the air raid aftermath. 19:45 D-Day Minus—D Day Minus 5 - Taking Leave 1st June: Ahead of the D-Day landings, a Tommy makes a visit to a Welsh school.	19:00 Hazelbeach—Series 1, Gardening 4/6 Ronnie has a devious idea to get Nick's ex-girlfriend back. What could go wrong? 19:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—3. Discovery 3/10 Emma finds the happiness she has been searching for. 19:45 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus 4 - Harry and Gloria 2nd June: Ahead of the D-Day landings, Canadian soldier Harry has to say his goodbyes	19:00 The Break—Series 2, The Clench 5/6 Jeff and Andy head off to find a lost sweet shop. With Philip Jackson and Mark Benton. 19:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—4. The Dance 4/10 The Floral Hall dance ends in panic as another air raid strikes. 19:45 D-Day Minus—D Day Minus 3 - Lilly's Mum 3rd June: Ahead of the D-Day landings, Margaret is trying to find her runaway daughter	19:00 Says on the Tin—Chowder 4/6 The battle to promote an American fish dish to the British palate. 19:30 These Days by Lucy Caldwell—5. Front Line 5/10 Emma finds herself on the front line, witnessing the brutality of war. 19:45 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus 2 - Drop Zone 4th June, France: Ahead of the D-Day landings, Father Pierre receives an urgent request	19:45 Marriott's Monologues—Kenneth Waller Two more monologues from Marriot Edgar: 'Asparagus' and 'Albert and the Headsman'	19:40 Inheritance Tracks—Lauren Laverne BBC 6 Music DJ Lauren Laverne chooses tracks by Dick Gaughan and Odetta. 19:50 D-Day Minus—D-Day Minus (Omnibus) Five short dramas set in Britain and France, ahead of the Allied invasion of Europe.
20:00	20:00 Just a Minute—Series 53, Episode 10 10/10 Nicholas Parsons with Paul Merton, Chris Addison, Julian Clary and Sue Perkins. 20:30 The Nimmo Twins In...—Series 1, Killing Time 4/6 Mr Pike takes on many mundane jobs - with the zeal of a former assassin.	20:00 The Personality Test—Series 2, Antony Worrall-Thompson 4/6 The celebrity chef and writer quizzes a panel about himself. 20:30 Artists—Series 2, Special Happy Places 4/4 De-cluttering his house, Gerard's friends all get gifts, leaving Tamsin less than thrilled	20:00 Dilemma—Series 2, Episode 3 3/6 Sue Perkins with Dave Gorman, Anita Anand, Mark Evans and Jenny Eclair. 20:30 Two Doors Down—Series 2, Mythical Kings and Iguanas 2/4 Marlborough Road's multitasking mother Saffron turns to cleaner Sally for help.	20:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 26, Episode 4 4/7 Comedians try to smuggle truths past their opponents in David Mitchell's panel game. 20:30 The Leopard in Autumn—Series 2, The Bonfire of the Sanities 4/6 Plethora plots to get rid of a crowd of peasants while bumping up Monte Guano's coffers.	20:00 The 3rd Degree—Series 12, Lancaster University 6/6 Three students from Lancaster University take on their dons in the upbeat quiz. 20:30 Arrested Development—Episode 1 1/4 Penny and Dave are getting married, but her new hair-do might not let them.	20:00 Educated Evans by Edgar Wallace—The Snout 2/4 Can the skint tipster plot revenge and end up a winner too? 20:30 The Arthur Haynes Show—From 04/08/1963 The popular comedian stars in Johnny Speight's sketches. With Nicholas Parsons.
21:00	21:00 Blood Count The story of the relationship of Ellington and Strayhorn, told during their final session. 21:45 Madame Zilensky and the King of Finland by Carson McCullers The music department is running smoothly, yet Mr Brook is uneasy over Madame Zilensky.	21:00 Alan England - I'll Be Caesar A teacher's study text mirrors events in a 1950s classroom during National Service days	21:00 Wallis - The Life and Legends of Wallis Simpson—A Pretty Girl is Like a Melody 1/3 Reviled for the King's abdication, what was the Duchess of Windsor really like?	21:00 Wallis - The Life and Legends of Wallis Simpson—Tea for Two 2/3 Wallis recalls her first marriage and her attempts to meet a prince.	21:00 Wallis - The Life and Legends of Wallis Simpson—The Melody Lingers On 3/3 Wallis realises marrying an ex-King means broken promises, plus doubtful acquaintances.	21:00 Great Lives - 400 and Counting—1. Eric and Ernest 1/3 From Eric Morecambe to Ernest Shackleton - the story behind 400 Great Lives	21:00 Educating Archie—From 04/02/1954 Brough goes to the fair and Archie visits the future. 21:30 Much Binding in the Marsh—From 24/05/1950 Elocution lessons are on offer with Brains Amalgamated's new machine.
22:00	22:00 I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue—Series 81, Episode 3 3/6 The multi award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee. 22:30 Goodness Gracious Me—Series 2, Episode 2 2/4 A new interpretation of classic song 'Fifty Ways to Leave Your Mother'. Stars Nina Wadia. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Danny Beard 1/3 Stephen Bailey interviews Danny Beard in the Comedy Club.	22:00 Ivo Graham's Obsessions—Joe Lycett's Obsessions - Series 2, Clara Amfo and Carol Kirkwood 1/4 Carol Kirkwood and Clara Amfo join Joe on the sofa. 22:30 Think the Unthinkable—Series 4, Be Happy 2/4 The bumbling management consultants grapple with physical perfection for Phil's gym.	22:00 Robin Ince's Reality Tunnel—Fossils of the Mind Robin Ince is back with his acclaimed show. This time he's talking about love and books. 22:30 I Think I've Got a Problem—Series 2, Episode 3 3/4 At the zoo Tom meets Pi, who has a band in her head too. So what could go wrong?	22:00 Rhysearch—Series 1, 1. Are Billionaires Evil? 1/3 Comedian Rhys James has time to investigate: Is money the root of all evil? 22:30 Detective Sergeant Nick Mohammed—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 Uh oh, not another bank heist... ker-ching! Nick and co try to solve it. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Danny Beard 2/3 Stephen Bailey interviews Danny Beard in the Comedy Club.	22:00 Michael Spicer: No Room—Series 1, 5. Pink Why did you spend so much time on my genitals? 22:15 Michael Spicer: No Room—Series 1, 6. Blue A toilet roll can change your life. 22:30 Laura Solon - Talking and Not Talking—Series 2, Episode 2 2/6 Divorcee Carol has a fruit surplus and Adrian is asked to be a Bond girl. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Danny Beard 3/3 Stephen Bailey interviews Danny Beard in the Comedy Club.	22:00 Meet David Sedaris—Series 7, Episode 1 1/6 Globetrotting, trash-picking, aisle-rolling storyteller returns with more wit and wisdom. 22:30 The Nick Revell Show—Series 2, Homeless 1/6 The writer and his talking geraniums outstay their welcome at Craig and Shona's place.	22:00 Craig Brown's Lost Diaries—November and December 6/6 As winter sets in, John Prescott, Germaine Greer and Nigella Lawson think of home. 22:30 Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair—Series 6, One Day My Prince Will Come 2/6 Katherine Jakeways stars in Jenny Eclair's comic monologue about a blind date going wrong. 22:45 Paperback Hell—Series 1, Paddy Murphy's Ghost by Frank Moran 2/4 A tale of a miserable Irish childhood in another spoof chapter of a bestseller.
23:00	23:00 Dead Ringers—Series 24, Episode 6 6/6 As always, the team treat all the political parties with equal contempt. 23:30 Dave Podmore—Dave Podmore's Cricket Night, Episode 2 2/4 Trying to find a job, can Pod meet the challenge of becoming a first-class umpire?	23:00 Rubbish—Series 2, Surveillance 4/6 Martin gets caught by his own CCTV and tannoy system for shaming litter offenders. 23:30 Helen Keen's It Is Rocket Science—Series 3, Episode 2 2/4 A funny but factually accurate look at humanity's enduring obsession with UFOs. 23:45 Hearing with Hegley—Series 2, Episode 7 7/8 John Hegley makes a spectacle of himself in Barnet with visionary poems and songs.	23:00 Chain Reaction—Series 11, 3. Ian Hislop interviews Victoria Coren-Mitchell 3/6 Comedian and satirist Ian Hislop talks to writer and presenter Victoria Coren-Mitchell. 23:30 The Big Booth—Series 2: The Big Booth Too, Episode 3 3/6 Boothby Graffoe meets a man with a replacement tongue and a man in a washing machine.	23:00 Clare in the Community—Series 8, Fifty Shades of Ray 3/6 The team's anxiety over redundancies is overshadowed by shattering news concerning Ray. 23:30 And the Winner Is...—Series 2, Episode 3 3/6 Least Scary Tabloid Scare Story? Matt Lucas hosts his alternative awards show.	23:00 The Problem With Adam Bloom—Series 3, Technology 3/6 The comedian celebrates and chastises the various marvels of the modern age. 23:30 Crème de la Crime—Series 2, A Pyramid Scheme 2/4 Michael Feydeau and David Pershore probe the mysterious curse of a mummy. 23:45 Irish Micks and Legends—Series 1, Deirdre of Sorrows 3/4 Yasmine Akram and Aisling Bea bring to life some of Ireland's most popular folklore.	23:00 Son of Cliche—Austin Dernoid Spoofing David Coleman and radio continuity. 23:30 The Masterson Inheritance—Series 3, The Pain of the Mastersons 5/6 The family find bohemian inspiration...	23:00 Josie Long: Romance and Adventure—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 Comedy about a young woman trying to build a more fulfilling life for herself in Glasgow. 23:30 Life: An Idiot's Guide—Getting Away (Pilot episode) Stephen K Amos kicks off the first of his series of Idiot's Guides in Edinburgh.

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