Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 2 - 8 September 2024

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00:00	00:00 Terry Pratchett—Guards! Guards!, 3. Wanted: One Champion 3/6 A young prince tackles the dragon attacks, but why is Captain Vimes suspicious? 00:30 The Twelve Maidens—5. The Challenge 5/6 Angered by what he witnessed on Maiden Tor, Peter takes action.	00:00 Frankly Speaking—CS Forester The Hornblower author is quizzed on his childhood, his 'alter ego' and his writing methods 00:30 You May Now Turn Over Your Papers Mary Beard tells the intriguing story of the history of exams.	00:00 A Good Read—Sara Cox and Eimear McBride Sara Cox, Eimear McBride and Harriett Gilbert talk about favourite books. 00:30 Spellbound: Siouxsie and the Banshees Miranda Sawyer looks at one of music's most distinctive artists Siouxsie and the Banshees.	00:00 Meeting Myself Coming Back—Jesse Jackson Reverend Jesse Jackson reflects on his life through the BBC Archives.	00:00 Great Lives—Susan Calman on Molly Weir Comedian Susan Calman chooses the life of actress Molly Weir. 00:30 Turntable Tales—1. Berliner to Gramophone 1/2 Colleen Murphy celebrates the development and impact of the record-playing turntable.	00:00 Soul Music—Amazing Grace John Newton's near-death experience at sea prompted his hymn 'Amazing Grace'. 00:30 Turntable Tales—2. Turntablists and Turntable Survival 2/2 Colleen Murphy continues her celebration and history of the enduring record Turntable.	00:00 Kneehigh's The Wild Bride A magical, musical fairy tale about selling your soul at the crossroads.
01:00	01:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Olympic Spirit, Ade Adepitan Paralympian Ade Adepitan is castaway Kirsty Young. 01:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Adam's Face Sir David recalls the importance of human eyebrows for communication.	01:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 5. A Present for Steve 5/8 The worried detective tackles Salty West and uncovers links to his wife Steve. 01:30 Georgy Girl by Margaret Forster—5. Georgy's Girl 5/6 How are Georgy and Jos going to tell Meredith that they’re in love?	01:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 6. News From Sir Graham 6/8 An unexpected twist wraps up the case for the smooth detective - or does it? 01:30 Georgy Girl by Margaret Forster—6. Fairytales Can Come True 6/6 Georgy thought adoption would improve her future prospects...	01:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 7. Another Suspect 7/8 The detective and wife Steve face peril afloat, as they edge ever closer to the truth. 01:30 VI Warshawski—Killing Orders, 1. Remembrance of Things Past 1/6 Warshawski's aunt Rosa wants help, but they hate each other. Stars Kathleen Turner.	01:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 8. Return to London 8/8 With the case nearly cracked, the detective invites all the suspects to a cocktail party. 01:30 VI Warshawski—Killing Orders, 2. Forging Ahead 2/6 Despite threats of violence, the investigation goes on. Starring Kathleen Turner.	01:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club, 1. Armistice Night 1/6 Posh sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey probes the death of a rich retired general. 01:30 VI Warshawski—Killing Orders, 3. Acid Test 3/6 The death of a close friend makes private investigator VI Warshawski more determined.	01:00 Peter Lovesey - Keystone An English actor is hired as a Keystone Cop, but silent comedy turns to tragedy.
02:00	02:00 Poetry Extra—Bronzeville Beat: 1/2 Patricia Smith - Gwendolyn's Heir Daljit Nagra chooses another highlight from the BBC's poetry archive. 02:30 White Fang by Jack London (Omnibus) White Fang is born into a dog pack overseen by a tribe of Native Americans.	02:00 Anything Legal—Episode 8 8/8 With their business struggling, Charles and George turn to nanny. 02:30 Stop Messing About!—Series 2, Episode 12 12/13 Snow White gets saucy, and cinema as never seen before.	02:00 Rent—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 The new baby needs a name and Richard's keeping quiet. 02:30 The Goon Show—Series 6, Rommel's Treasure 6/27 Fleeing from Tobruk in 1942, the military leader leaves behind a precious box.	02:00 Bangers and Mash—Episode 4 4/6 There is a strange man around. Why is he interested in the catering team's van? 02:30 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 2, The Holiday Camp 5/12 Sid hires the Lad to run his new venture, but there's a surprise...	02:00 Coming Alive—Series 1, Runaway 3/6 Getting closer to Sandra, ex-convict Terry sets out to help a young girl on the run. 02:30 It Sticks Out Half A Mile—Pilot - Loyal Support Arthur Lowe's only appearance in the pilot of the Dad's Army sequel due to his death.	02:00 The Older Woman—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 Chad and Roy compete for the chance to live in Jane's caravan. 02:30 Share and Share Alike—Redundancy 8/9 Redundancy rumours buzz round the factory. Stars Hugh Paddick and Michael Robbins.	02:30 Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake (Omnibus) How fungi make our worlds, change our minds and shape our futures.
03:00	03:40 Inheritance Tracks—Paul Sinha Quiz master Paul Sinha selects songs by Althea Forrest & Donna Reid and the Pet Shop Boys. 03:50 Good News Stories by Katie Hims (Omnibus) Five contemporary dramas inspired by stories from the old and new testaments.	03:00 North by Northamptonshire—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 Can Ken and Keith's whippets win talent night? 03:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—1. You Ask the Questions 1/5 Martin Amis on father Kingsley, his early film acting, smoking roll-ups and other things. 03:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—1. Intensive Care 1/5 Dramatisation of Alison White's poignant memoir about caring for her disabled son Louis.	03:00 Lobby Land—Series 1, Plane Sailing 3/4 Young political editor Sam Peakes needs a story - fast. 03:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—2. On the Road 2/5 Recalling a US publicity tour where Martin Amis gets 'OJ'ed'. 03:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—2. Home at Last 2/5 Alison and Greg are finally taking Louis home. How will they cope?	03:00 The Architects—Series 1, Mad Hélène 3/4 Has Sir Lucien finally found love again after being dumped by the formidable Juanita? 03:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—3. Iris Murdoch: Age Will Win 3/5 Author Martin Amis muses on the life and work of acclaimed novelist Iris Murdoch. 03:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—3. Music Therapy 3/5 Will music therapy help transform baby Louis' sense of control in the world?	03:00 Paul Sinha's Citizenship Test—2. Health of the Nation 2/4 Paul Sinha tests his audience and himself on what they know about the nation's health. 03:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—4. JG Ballard 4/5 Amis describes his friend JG Ballard as a kindly, genial man 03:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—4. New Home 4/5 Louis is in pain after an operation. Alison hits breaking point.	03:00 Room 101 with Paul Merton—Series 1, Steph McGovern 3/6 Paul Merton interviews Steph McGovern about her pet hates and worst nightmares. 03:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—5. Tennis 5/5 The author recalls some great hitters during his own tennis-playing days. 03:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—5. Just Try 5/5 Desiring his own independence, Louis' mantra is 'just try'.	03:45 Holmes and Watford—Tattoo 3/5 A couple row outside a pub but Tina has a vested interest in ensuring they do not make up.
04:00		04:00 Just a Minute—Series 55, Episode 8 8/10 Nicholas Parsons is joined by Graham Norton, Gyles Brandreth, Paul Merton and Suki Webster 04:30 Street and Lane—Series 1, Singing Detectives 3/4 The intrepid Yorkshire builders take on work experience Tina, but how will the lass do?	04:00 The Personality Test—Series 3, Eve Pollard 6/6 All about Eve - ex-newspaper editor Eve Pollard tests a panel about herself. 04:30 Getting Nowhere Fast—Series 2, Episode 2 2/4 Feeling old and penniless, 1960s flower child Merv decides to return to his garden roots.	04:00 The Museum of Curiosity—Series 9, Reeves, Wyatt, Williams 4/6 John Lloyd and Noel Fielding with Vic Reeves, Dr Tristram Wyatt and Prof Kate Williams. 04:30 Two Doors Down—Series 3, And It Was All Yellow 4/4 Rory and Evie throw a party while their parents are away and Sally is out to dinner.	04:00 Dilemma—Series 3, Episode 6 6/6 Sue Perkins puts four guests through the moral, ethical and comical wringers. 04:30 No Commitments—Series 11, Taking Chances 5/6 Victoria and Roger have money worries, while Anna has got a secret to keep for Emily.	04:00 Foul Play—Series 4, Much Ado About Murder 2/6 Crime writers Jean McConnell and Keith Miles tackle an Elizabethan court killing. 04:30 The Brothers—Series 2, Episode 5 5/6 Oonagh makes a discovery and Nigel is at last pushed to the brink. From October 2005.	04:00 Play It Cool—Episode 3 3/6 Woman's magazines and ballroom dancing inspire comedy characters galore. 04:30 Brothers in Law—Series 2, In Reverse 7/12 Lawyer Roger is touting for work, which means some sweet-talking to both Joy and Sally.
05:00	05:00 Home to Roost—Series 2, Mother's Not Well 7/13 Olive is poorly in bed so William attempts the housework. 05:30 Drop Me Here, Darling—A Case of Exposure Leslie agrees to drive Caroline to Wick, but he has an ulterior motive.	05:00 Michael Hastings - The Crashed Plane A search for a missing fighter craft leads to a once rich Arab businessman and his wife.	05:00 Evelyn Waugh - Put Out More Flags—1. Autumn 1/3 As the Second World War looms, upper class loafer Basil Seal considers his role.	05:00 Evelyn Waugh - Put Out More Flags—2. Winter 2/3 As war rages in Europe, upper class loafer Basil Seal finds a way of exploiting evacuees.	05:00 Evelyn Waugh - Put Out More Flags—3. Spring 3/3 The war isn't turning out to be the opportunity that loafer Basil expected it to be.	05:00 Gerry Huxham - Russian Roulette Dramatised events surrounding the inspiration for Dostoyevsky’s ‘The Gambler’.	05:00 Nexus: Norfolk's Forgotten TV Station The story of the student TV station at the University of East Anglia and its famous guests
06:00	06:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 5. A Present for Steve 5/8 The worried detective tackles Salty West and uncovers links to his wife Steve. 06:30 Georgy Girl by Margaret Forster—5. Georgy's Girl 5/6 How are Georgy and Jos going to tell Meredith that they’re in love?	06:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 6. News From Sir Graham 6/8 An unexpected twist wraps up the case for the smooth detective - or does it? 06:30 Georgy Girl by Margaret Forster—6. Fairytales Can Come True 6/6 Georgy thought adoption would improve her future prospects...	06:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 7. Another Suspect 7/8 The detective and wife Steve face peril afloat, as they edge ever closer to the truth. 06:30 VI Warshawski—Killing Orders, 1. Remembrance of Things Past 1/6 Warshawski's aunt Rosa wants help, but they hate each other. Stars Kathleen Turner.	06:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 8. Return to London 8/8 With the case nearly cracked, the detective invites all the suspects to a cocktail party. 06:30 VI Warshawski—Killing Orders, 2. Forging Ahead 2/6 Despite threats of violence, the investigation goes on. Starring Kathleen Turner.	06:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club, 1. Armistice Night 1/6 Posh sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey probes the death of a rich retired general. 06:30 VI Warshawski—Killing Orders, 3. Acid Test 3/6 The death of a close friend makes private investigator VI Warshawski more determined.	06:00 Peter Lovesey - Keystone An English actor is hired as a Keystone Cop, but silent comedy turns to tragedy.	06:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—American Singers, Alice Cooper American rock singer Alice Cooper is castaway by Kirsty Young. 06:45 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?
07:00	07:00 Anything Legal—Episode 8 8/8 With their business struggling, Charles and George turn to nanny. 07:30 Stop Messing About!—Series 2, Episode 12 12/13 Snow White gets saucy, and cinema as never seen before.	07:00 Rent—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 The new baby needs a name and Richard's keeping quiet. 07:30 The Goon Show—Series 6, Rommel's Treasure 6/27 Fleeing from Tobruk in 1942, the military leader leaves behind a precious box.	07:00 Bangers and Mash—Episode 4 4/6 There is a strange man around. Why is he interested in the catering team's van? 07:30 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 2, The Holiday Camp 5/12 Sid hires the Lad to run his new venture, but there's a surprise...	07:00 Coming Alive—Series 1, Runaway 3/6 Getting closer to Sandra, ex-convict Terry sets out to help a young girl on the run. 07:30 It Sticks Out Half A Mile—Pilot - Loyal Support Arthur Lowe's only appearance in the pilot of the Dad's Army sequel due to his death.	07:00 The Older Woman—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 Chad and Roy compete for the chance to live in Jane's caravan. 07:30 Share and Share Alike—Redundancy 8/9 Redundancy rumours buzz round the factory. Stars Hugh Paddick and Michael Robbins.	07:30 Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake (Omnibus) How fungi make our worlds, change our minds and shape our futures.	07:00 Poetry Extra—Poetry Workshop - Close by Carol Ann Duffy Daljit Nagra selects the very best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 07:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis (Omnibus) Martin Amis's non-fiction pieces from 1986 to 2016.
08:00	08:00 North by Northamptonshire—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 Can Ken and Keith's whippets win talent night? 08:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—1. You Ask the Questions 1/5 Martin Amis on father Kingsley, his early film acting, smoking roll-ups and other things. 08:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—1. Intensive Care 1/5 Dramatisation of Alison White's poignant memoir about caring for her disabled son Louis.	08:00 Lobby Land—Series 1, Plane Sailing 3/4 Young political editor Sam Peakes needs a story - fast. 08:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—2. On the Road 2/5 Recalling a US publicity tour where Martin Amis gets 'OJ'ed'. 08:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—2. Home at Last 2/5 Alison and Greg are finally taking Louis home. How will they cope?	08:00 The Architects—Series 1, Mad Hélène 3/4 Has Sir Lucien finally found love again after being dumped by the formidable Juanita? 08:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—3. Iris Murdoch: Age Will Win 3/5 Author Martin Amis muses on the life and work of acclaimed novelist Iris Murdoch. 08:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—3. Music Therapy 3/5 Will music therapy help transform baby Louis' sense of control in the world?	08:00 Paul Sinha's Citizenship Test—2. Health of the Nation 2/4 Paul Sinha tests his audience and himself on what they know about the nation's health. 08:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—4. JG Ballard 4/5 Amis describes his friend JG Ballard as a kindly, genial man 08:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—4. New Home 4/5 Louis is in pain after an operation. Alison hits breaking point.	08:00 Room 101 with Paul Merton—Series 1, Steph McGovern 3/6 Paul Merton interviews Steph McGovern about her pet hates and worst nightmares. 08:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—5. Tennis 5/5 The author recalls some great hitters during his own tennis-playing days. 08:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—5. Just Try 5/5 Desiring his own independence, Louis' mantra is 'just try'.	08:45 Holmes and Watford—Tattoo 3/5 A couple row outside a pub but Tina has a vested interest in ensuring they do not make up.	08:40 Witness History—Leopold and Loeb In May 1924 two rich and educated teenage boys killed an acquaintance in Chicago 08:50 Letter to Louis (Omnibus) Dramatisation of Alison White's poignant memoir about caring for her disabled son, Louis.
09:00	09:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 30, Episode 4 4/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past opponents in David Mitchell's comedy panel game. 09:30 A Guide to Coastal Wildlife—1. Rock Pools 1/5 Which creatures should you look out for in coastal rock pools? 09:45 Daily Service—Creation - The Cosmos Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Swarzy.	09:00 Yesterday in Parliament—03/09/2024 The latest news from Westminster - and beyond. 09:30 A Guide to Coastal Wildlife—2. Sandy Beaches 2/5 How do creatures and plant life survive along the sandy beaches of Northumberland? 09:45 Daily Service—Creation - The Sea Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Gemma Simmonds.	09:00 Yesterday in Parliament—04/09/2024 Sean Curran reports as the Chancellor is questioned about pensioners' winter fuel payments 09:30 A Guide to Coastal Wildlife—3. Sea Cliffs 3/5 How fulmars keep predators at bay and how baby kittiwakes don't fall over the edge. 09:45 Daily Service—Creation - The Sky Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Paul Kerensa.	09:00 Yesterday in Parliament—05/09/2024 Sean Curran reports as the Prime Minister gives a statement to MPs about Grenfell 09:30 A Guide to Coastal Wildlife—4. The Strandline 4/5 Hunting for whelk egg cases which resemble bubble wrap and finding a mermaid's purse. 09:45 Daily Service—Creation - One new humanity Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Laura Darrall.	09:00 Yesterday in Parliament—06/09/2024 Can the British steel industry survive thousands of job cuts? Sean Curran reports. 09:30 A Guide to Coastal Wildlife—5. Mudflats and Salt Marshes 5/5 Wading birds and shelducks find their favourite snacks along the Northumberland coastline. 09:45 Daily Service—Creation - Climate and Hope Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Catherine De Souza	09:00 Play It Cool—Episode 3 3/6 Woman's magazines and ballroom dancing inspire comedy characters galore. 09:30 Brothers in Law—Series 2, In Reverse 7/12 Lawyer Roger is touting for work, which means some sweet-talking to both Joy and Sally.
10:00	10:00 Frankly Speaking—CS Forester The Hornblower author is quizzed on his childhood, his 'alter ego' and his writing methods 10:30 You May Now Turn Over Your Papers Mary Beard tells the intriguing story of the history of exams.	10:00 A Good Read—Sara Cox and Eimear McBride Sara Cox, Eimear McBride and Harriett Gilbert talk about favourite books. 10:30 Spellbound: Siouxsie and the Banshees Miranda Sawyer looks at one of music's most distinctive artists Siouxsie and the Banshees.	10:00 Meeting Myself Coming Back—Jesse Jackson Reverend Jesse Jackson reflects on his life through the BBC Archives.	10:00 Great Lives—Susan Calman on Molly Weir Comedian Susan Calman chooses the life of actress Molly Weir. 10:30 Turntable Tales—1. Berliner to Gramophone 1/2 Colleen Murphy celebrates the development and impact of the record-playing turntable.	10:00 Soul Music—Amazing Grace John Newton's near-death experience at sea prompted his hymn 'Amazing Grace'. 10:30 Turntable Tales—2. Turntablists and Turntable Survival 2/2 Colleen Murphy continues her celebration and history of the enduring record Turntable.	10:00 Nexus: Norfolk's Forgotten TV Station The story of the student TV station at the University of East Anglia and its famous guests	10:00 The Clitheroe Kid—Series 5, Jimmy The Kid 19/20 The cheeky schoolboy is obsessed with the Wild West.... 10:30 Drop Me Here, Darling—Moonlight Leslie is broke and turns to mini-cabbing, but pays the price.
11:00	11:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 5. A Present for Steve 5/8 The worried detective tackles Salty West and uncovers links to his wife Steve. 11:30 Georgy Girl by Margaret Forster—5. Georgy's Girl 5/6 How are Georgy and Jos going to tell Meredith that they’re in love?	11:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 6. News From Sir Graham 6/8 An unexpected twist wraps up the case for the smooth detective - or does it? 11:30 Georgy Girl by Margaret Forster—6. Fairytales Can Come True 6/6 Georgy thought adoption would improve her future prospects...	11:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 7. Another Suspect 7/8 The detective and wife Steve face peril afloat, as they edge ever closer to the truth. 11:30 VI Warshawski—Killing Orders, 1. Remembrance of Things Past 1/6 Warshawski's aunt Rosa wants help, but they hate each other. Stars Kathleen Turner.	11:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 8. Return to London 8/8 With the case nearly cracked, the detective invites all the suspects to a cocktail party. 11:30 VI Warshawski—Killing Orders, 2. Forging Ahead 2/6 Despite threats of violence, the investigation goes on. Starring Kathleen Turner.	11:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club, 1. Armistice Night 1/6 Posh sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey probes the death of a rich retired general. 11:30 VI Warshawski—Killing Orders, 3. Acid Test 3/6 The death of a close friend makes private investigator VI Warshawski more determined.	11:00 Peter Lovesey - Keystone An English actor is hired as a Keystone Cop, but silent comedy turns to tragedy.	11:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—American Singers, Alice Cooper American rock singer Alice Cooper is castaway by Kirsty Young. 11:45 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?
12:00	12:00 Anything Legal—Episode 8 8/8 With their business struggling, Charles and George turn to nanny. 12:30 Stop Messing About!—Series 2, Episode 12 12/13 Snow White gets saucy, and cinema as never seen before.	12:00 Rent—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 The new baby needs a name and Richard's keeping quiet. 12:30 The Goon Show—Series 6, Rommel's Treasure 6/27 Fleeing from Tobruk in 1942, the military leader leaves behind a precious box.	12:00 Bangers and Mash—Episode 4 4/6 There is a strange man around. Why is he interested in the catering team's van? 12:30 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 2, The Holiday Camp 5/12 Sid hires the Lad to run his new venture, but there's a surprise...	12:00 Coming Alive—Series 1, Runaway 3/6 Getting closer to Sandra, ex-convict Terry sets out to help a young girl on the run. 12:30 It Sticks Out Half A Mile—Pilot - Loyal Support Arthur Lowe's only appearance in the pilot of the Dad's Army sequel due to his death.	12:00 The Older Woman—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 Chad and Roy compete for the chance to live in Jane's caravan. 12:30 Share and Share Alike—Redundancy 8/9 Redundancy rumours buzz round the factory. Stars Hugh Paddick and Michael Robbins.	12:30 Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake (Omnibus) How fungi make our worlds, change our minds and shape our futures.	12:00 Poetry Extra—Poetry Workshop - Close by Carol Ann Duffy Daljit Nagra selects the very best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 12:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis (Omnibus) Martin Amis's non-fiction pieces from 1986 to 2016.
13:00	13:00 North by Northamptonshire—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 Can Ken and Keith's whippets win talent night? 13:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—1. You Ask the Questions 1/5 Martin Amis on father Kingsley, his early film acting, smoking roll-ups and other things. 13:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—1. Intensive Care 1/5 Dramatisation of Alison White's poignant memoir about caring for her disabled son Louis.	13:00 Lobby Land—Series 1, Plane Sailing 3/4 Young political editor Sam Peakes needs a story - fast. 13:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—2. On the Road 2/5 Recalling a US publicity tour where Martin Amis gets 'OJ'ed'. 13:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—2. Home at Last 2/5 Alison and Greg are finally taking Louis home. How will they cope?	13:00 The Architects—Series 1, Mad Hélène 3/4 Has Sir Lucien finally found love again after being dumped by the formidable Juanita? 13:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—3. Iris Murdoch: Age Will Win 3/5 Author Martin Amis muses on the life and work of acclaimed novelist Iris Murdoch. 13:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—3. Music Therapy 3/5 Will music therapy help transform baby Louis' sense of control in the world?	13:00 Paul Sinha's Citizenship Test—2. Health of the Nation 2/4 Paul Sinha tests his audience and himself on what they know about the nation's health. 13:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—4. JG Ballard 4/5 Amis describes his friend JG Ballard as a kindly, genial man 13:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—4. New Home 4/5 Louis is in pain after an operation. Alison hits breaking point.	13:00 Room 101 with Paul Merton—Series 1, Steph McGovern 3/6 Paul Merton interviews Steph McGovern about her pet hates and worst nightmares. 13:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—5. Tennis 5/5 The author recalls some great hitters during his own tennis-playing days. 13:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—5. Just Try 5/5 Desiring his own independence, Louis' mantra is 'just try'.	13:45 Holmes and Watford—Tattoo 3/5 A couple row outside a pub but Tina has a vested interest in ensuring they do not make up.	13:40 Witness History—Leopold and Loeb In May 1924 two rich and educated teenage boys killed an acquaintance in Chicago 13:50 Letter to Louis (Omnibus) Dramatisation of Alison White's poignant memoir about caring for her disabled son, Louis.
14:00	14:00 Just a Minute—Series 55, Episode 8 8/10 Nicholas Parsons is joined by Graham Norton, Gyles Brandreth, Paul Merton and Suki Webster 14:30 Street and Lane—Series 1, Singing Detectives 3/4 The intrepid Yorkshire builders take on work experience Tina, but how will the lass do?	14:00 The Personality Test—Series 3, Eve Pollard 6/6 All about Eve - ex-newspaper editor Eve Pollard tests a panel about herself. 14:30 Getting Nowhere Fast—Series 2, Episode 2 2/4 Feeling old and penniless, 1960s flower child Merv decides to return to his garden roots.	14:00 The Museum of Curiosity—Series 9, Reeves, Wyatt, Williams 4/6 John Lloyd and Noel Fielding with Vic Reeves, Dr Tristram Wyatt and Prof Kate Williams. 14:30 Two Doors Down—Series 3, And It Was All Yellow 4/4 Rory and Evie throw a party while their parents are away and Sally is out to dinner.	14:00 Dilemma—Series 3, Episode 6 6/6 Sue Perkins puts four guests through the moral, ethical and comical wringers. 14:30 No Commitments—Series 11, Taking Chances 5/6 Victoria and Roger have money worries, while Anna has got a secret to keep for Emily.	14:00 Foul Play—Series 4, Much Ado About Murder 2/6 Crime writers Jean McConnell and Keith Miles tackle an Elizabethan court killing. 14:30 The Brothers—Series 2, Episode 5 5/6 Oonagh makes a discovery and Nigel is at last pushed to the brink. From October 2005.	14:00 Play It Cool—Episode 3 3/6 Woman's magazines and ballroom dancing inspire comedy characters galore. 14:30 Brothers in Law—Series 2, In Reverse 7/12 Lawyer Roger is touting for work, which means some sweet-talking to both Joy and Sally.
15:00	15:00 Michael Hastings - The Crashed Plane A search for a missing fighter craft leads to a once rich Arab businessman and his wife.	15:00 Evelyn Waugh - Put Out More Flags—1. Autumn 1/3 As the Second World War looms, upper class loafer Basil Seal considers his role.	15:00 Evelyn Waugh - Put Out More Flags—2. Winter 2/3 As war rages in Europe, upper class loafer Basil Seal finds a way of exploiting evacuees.	15:00 Evelyn Waugh - Put Out More Flags—3. Spring 3/3 The war isn't turning out to be the opportunity that loafer Basil expected it to be.	15:00 Gerry Huxham - Russian Roulette Dramatised events surrounding the inspiration for Dostoyevsky’s ‘The Gambler’.	15:00 Nexus: Norfolk's Forgotten TV Station The story of the student TV station at the University of East Anglia and its famous guests	15:00 The Clitheroe Kid—Series 5, Jimmy The Kid 19/20 The cheeky schoolboy is obsessed with the Wild West.... 15:30 Drop Me Here, Darling—Moonlight Leslie is broke and turns to mini-cabbing, but pays the price.
16:00	16:00 Frankly Speaking—CS Forester The Hornblower author is quizzed on his childhood, his 'alter ego' and his writing methods 16:30 You May Now Turn Over Your Papers Mary Beard tells the intriguing story of the history of exams.	16:00 A Good Read—Sara Cox and Eimear McBride Sara Cox, Eimear McBride and Harriett Gilbert talk about favourite books. 16:30 Spellbound: Siouxsie and the Banshees Miranda Sawyer looks at one of music's most distinctive artists Siouxsie and the Banshees.	16:00 Meeting Myself Coming Back—Jesse Jackson Reverend Jesse Jackson reflects on his life through the BBC Archives.	16:00 Great Lives—Susan Calman on Molly Weir Comedian Susan Calman chooses the life of actress Molly Weir. 16:30 Turntable Tales—1. Berliner to Gramophone 1/2 Colleen Murphy celebrates the development and impact of the record-playing turntable.	16:00 Soul Music—Amazing Grace John Newton's near-death experience at sea prompted his hymn 'Amazing Grace'. 16:30 Turntable Tales—2. Turntablists and Turntable Survival 2/2 Colleen Murphy continues her celebration and history of the enduring record Turntable.	16:00 Kneehigh's The Wild Bride A magical, musical fairy tale about selling your soul at the crossroads.	16:00 Terry Pratchett—Guards! Guards!, 4. L-Space 4/6 Captain Vimes tries tracking the dragon, and the Librarian travels in time. 16:30 The Twelve Maidens—6. The Final Round 6/6 Why is Maiden Tor suddenly open to Biodar scans?
17:00	17:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 5. A Present for Steve 5/8 The worried detective tackles Salty West and uncovers links to his wife Steve. 17:30 Georgy Girl by Margaret Forster—5. Georgy's Girl 5/6 How are Georgy and Jos going to tell Meredith that they’re in love?	17:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 6. News From Sir Graham 6/8 An unexpected twist wraps up the case for the smooth detective - or does it? 17:30 Georgy Girl by Margaret Forster—6. Fairytales Can Come True 6/6 Georgy thought adoption would improve her future prospects...	17:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 7. Another Suspect 7/8 The detective and wife Steve face peril afloat, as they edge ever closer to the truth. 17:30 VI Warshawski—Killing Orders, 1. Remembrance of Things Past 1/6 Warshawski's aunt Rosa wants help, but they hate each other. Stars Kathleen Turner.	17:00 Paul Temple—Paul Temple and the Lawrence Affair, 8. Return to London 8/8 With the case nearly cracked, the detective invites all the suspects to a cocktail party. 17:30 VI Warshawski—Killing Orders, 2. Forging Ahead 2/6 Despite threats of violence, the investigation goes on. Starring Kathleen Turner.	17:00 Whodunnits—Wimsey - The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club, 1. Armistice Night 1/6 Posh sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey probes the death of a rich retired general. 17:30 VI Warshawski—Killing Orders, 3. Acid Test 3/6 The death of a close friend makes private investigator VI Warshawski more determined.	17:00 Peter Lovesey - Keystone An English actor is hired as a Keystone Cop, but silent comedy turns to tragedy.	17:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—American Singers, Alice Cooper American rock singer Alice Cooper is castaway by Kirsty Young. 17:45 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?
18:00	18:00 Anything Legal—Episode 8 8/8 With their business struggling, Charles and George turn to nanny. 18:30 Stop Messing About!—Series 2, Episode 12 12/13 Snow White gets saucy, and cinema as never seen before.	18:00 Rent—Series 3, Episode 1 1/6 The new baby needs a name and Richard's keeping quiet. 18:30 The Goon Show—Series 6, Rommel's Treasure 6/27 Fleeing from Tobruk in 1942, the military leader leaves behind a precious box.	18:00 Bangers and Mash—Episode 4 4/6 There is a strange man around. Why is he interested in the catering team's van? 18:30 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 2, The Holiday Camp 5/12 Sid hires the Lad to run his new venture, but there's a surprise...	18:00 Coming Alive—Series 1, Runaway 3/6 Getting closer to Sandra, ex-convict Terry sets out to help a young girl on the run. 18:30 It Sticks Out Half A Mile—Pilot - Loyal Support Arthur Lowe's only appearance in the pilot of the Dad's Army sequel due to his death.	18:00 The Older Woman—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 Chad and Roy compete for the chance to live in Jane's caravan. 18:30 Share and Share Alike—Redundancy 8/9 Redundancy rumours buzz round the factory. Stars Hugh Paddick and Michael Robbins.	18:30 Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake (Omnibus) How fungi make our worlds, change our minds and shape our futures.	18:00 Poetry Extra—Poetry Workshop - Close by Carol Ann Duffy Daljit Nagra selects the very best programmes from the BBC's poetry archive. 18:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis (Omnibus) Martin Amis's non-fiction pieces from 1986 to 2016.
19:00	19:00 North by Northamptonshire—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 Can Ken and Keith's whippets win talent night? 19:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—1. You Ask the Questions 1/5 Martin Amis on father Kingsley, his early film acting, smoking roll-ups and other things. 19:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—1. Intensive Care 1/5 Dramatisation of Alison White's poignant memoir about caring for her disabled son Louis.	19:00 Lobby Land—Series 1, Plane Sailing 3/4 Young political editor Sam Peakes needs a story - fast. 19:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—2. On the Road 2/5 Recalling a US publicity tour where Martin Amis gets 'OJ'ed'. 19:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—2. Home at Last 2/5 Alison and Greg are finally taking Louis home. How will they cope?	19:00 The Architects—Series 1, Mad Hélène 3/4 Has Sir Lucien finally found love again after being dumped by the formidable Juanita? 19:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—3. Iris Murdoch: Age Will Win 3/5 Author Martin Amis muses on the life and work of acclaimed novelist Iris Murdoch. 19:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—3. Music Therapy 3/5 Will music therapy help transform baby Louis' sense of control in the world?	19:00 Paul Sinha's Citizenship Test—2. Health of the Nation 2/4 Paul Sinha tests his audience and himself on what they know about the nation's health. 19:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—4. JG Ballard 4/5 Amis describes his friend JG Ballard as a kindly, genial man 19:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—4. New Home 4/5 Louis is in pain after an operation. Alison hits breaking point.	19:00 Room 101 with Paul Merton—Series 1, Steph McGovern 3/6 Paul Merton interviews Steph McGovern about her pet hates and worst nightmares. 19:30 The Rub of Time by Martin Amis—5. Tennis 5/5 The author recalls some great hitters during his own tennis-playing days. 19:45 Letter to Louis by Alison White—5. Just Try 5/5 Desiring his own independence, Louis' mantra is 'just try'.	19:45 Holmes and Watford—Tattoo 3/5 A couple row outside a pub but Tina has a vested interest in ensuring they do not make up.	19:40 Witness History—Leopold and Loeb In May 1924 two rich and educated teenage boys killed an acquaintance in Chicago 19:50 Letter to Louis (Omnibus) Dramatisation of Alison White's poignant memoir about caring for her disabled son, Louis.
20:00	20:00 Just a Minute—Series 55, Episode 8 8/10 Nicholas Parsons is joined by Graham Norton, Gyles Brandreth, Paul Merton and Suki Webster 20:30 Street and Lane—Series 1, Singing Detectives 3/4 The intrepid Yorkshire builders take on work experience Tina, but how will the lass do?	20:00 The Personality Test—Series 3, Eve Pollard 6/6 All about Eve - ex-newspaper editor Eve Pollard tests a panel about herself. 20:30 Getting Nowhere Fast—Series 2, Episode 2 2/4 Feeling old and penniless, 1960s flower child Merv decides to return to his garden roots.	20:00 The Museum of Curiosity—Series 9, Reeves, Wyatt, Williams 4/6 John Lloyd and Noel Fielding with Vic Reeves, Dr Tristram Wyatt and Prof Kate Williams. 20:30 Two Doors Down—Series 3, And It Was All Yellow 4/4 Rory and Evie throw a party while their parents are away and Sally is out to dinner.	20:00 Dilemma—Series 3, Episode 6 6/6 Sue Perkins puts four guests through the moral, ethical and comical wringers. 20:30 No Commitments—Series 11, Taking Chances 5/6 Victoria and Roger have money worries, while Anna has got a secret to keep for Emily.	20:00 Foul Play—Series 4, Much Ado About Murder 2/6 Crime writers Jean McConnell and Keith Miles tackle an Elizabethan court killing. 20:30 The Brothers—Series 2, Episode 5 5/6 Oonagh makes a discovery and Nigel is at last pushed to the brink. From October 2005.	20:00 Play It Cool—Episode 3 3/6 Woman's magazines and ballroom dancing inspire comedy characters galore. 20:30 Brothers in Law—Series 2, In Reverse 7/12 Lawyer Roger is touting for work, which means some sweet-talking to both Joy and Sally.
21:00	21:00 Michael Hastings - The Crashed Plane A search for a missing fighter craft leads to a once rich Arab businessman and his wife.	21:00 Evelyn Waugh - Put Out More Flags—1. Autumn 1/3 As the Second World War looms, upper class loafer Basil Seal considers his role.	21:00 Evelyn Waugh - Put Out More Flags—2. Winter 2/3 As war rages in Europe, upper class loafer Basil Seal finds a way of exploiting evacuees.	21:00 Evelyn Waugh - Put Out More Flags—3. Spring 3/3 The war isn't turning out to be the opportunity that loafer Basil expected it to be.	21:00 Gerry Huxham - Russian Roulette Dramatised events surrounding the inspiration for Dostoyevsky’s ‘The Gambler’.	21:00 Nexus: Norfolk's Forgotten TV Station The story of the student TV station at the University of East Anglia and its famous guests	21:00 The Clitheroe Kid—Series 5, Jimmy The Kid 19/20 The cheeky schoolboy is obsessed with the Wild West.... 21:30 Drop Me Here, Darling—Moonlight Leslie is broke and turns to mini-cabbing, but pays the price.
22:00	22:00 The Unbelievable Truth—Series 30, Episode 4 4/6 Comedians try to smuggle truths past opponents in David Mitchell's comedy panel game. 22:30 Rudy's Rare Records—Series 2, Ill Communication 1/4 It's Adam's chance to tidy up the Birmingham shop, but will father Rudy get his revenge?	22:00 Do Gooders—Series 1, 5. The Funeral The Alzheimer's Alliance gang cause havoc at a funeral. 22:30 Kevin Eldon Will See You Now—Series 4, The Dusty Humbug 3/4 Kevin Eldon with a naked tractor ride, a dusty humbug - and a love story with cannons.	22:00 Stand-Up Specials—Ian Smith Is Stressed, 4. Holidays After a series of stress, Ian deserves a break as he tackles Holidays. 22:30 Chain Reaction—Series 12, Tim Vine Interviews Sir Ken Dodd 6/6 Tim Vine interviews his chosen guest Sir Ken Dodd.	22:00 Fresh from the Fringe—2024, Part 2 The freshest comedy from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. 22:30 John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme—Series 7, Episode 3 3/6 The best sound in all of music, and someone asks for a massive favour.	22:00 The Many Wrongs of Lord Christian Brighty—Series 1, 2. The Best Friend I Locked Up 2/4 Brighty’s quest to find just one person he’s never wronged leads him to a Cornish stag-do. 22:30 The Million Pound Radio Show—Series 2, Episode 1 1/8 Tackling burglars - and TV war reports revealed. Starring Andy Hamilton and Nick Revell.	22:00 The Tim Vine Chat Show—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 The series' last show features a mysterious job in a reservoir and a quiz about trifle. 22:30 Tom Allen Is Actually Not Very Nice—Episode 1 1/4 Exploring what happens when Tom's calm and collected exterior collapses. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—John Kearns 1/1 Lou Conran talks to John Kearns in the Comedy Club.	22:00 Revolting People—Series 3, The God-Given Talent 3/6 Joshua chops logs, while Cora discovers a gift for penning pornography. 22:30 Unnatural Acts—Series 2, April Fool 3/6 A slew of April Fool pranks in the Hardy household generates chaos.
23:00	23:00 Too Long; Didn't Read—Series 1, 6. Hang on - are there ghosts in this machine? 6/6 Hang on - are there ghosts in this machine? 23:30 Radio 9—Series 1, Episode 3 3/4 The 'accidentalist' movement in art is explained, plus sponsored surgery.	23:00 The Shuttleworths—Series 3, Chic Ken 1/6 Sheffield singer John Shuttleworth starts envying his agent Ken's bachelor lifestyle. 23:15 The John Moloney Show—Series 2, Edward Goes to the Vet 1/4 John Moloney returns with more stand-up comedy - mostly about his much-loved cat Edward. 23:30 The Wilson Dixon Line—When Love Comes to Town (And Then Leaves Again) 3/4 The outlaw country music legend reflects on romance and life with ex-wife Maureen.	23:00 Seekers—Series 1, Seek Hard 6/6 Events at the job centre mean Stuart could finally prove to Nicola that he is a bit heroic 23:30 Jayde Adams: Hometown Glory—Episode 1 1/2 Jayde Adams discusses why we leave home and why some of us are drawn to go back.	23:00 Alun Cochrane's Fun House—The Bathroom 3/4 Alun's house tour arrives in his bathroom. 23:30 Twenty Players—Series 1, Archie McGillivray 3/6 Tony Gubba tells the story of the world's greatest golfing balloonist. 23:45 Woof—True Tales of Romance and Failure, Much Loved Son and Fantasist 4/4 Bittersweet stories written and performed by Chris Neill with Martin Hyder and Isy Suttie.	23:00 The Show What You Wrote—Series 3, Work and Play 1/4 The sketch show written by the public with Jason Manford and Janice Connolly. 23:30 Alex Edelman's Peer Group—Series 4, America As It Is Now 2/4 Award-winning stand-up Alex Edelman looks at how the Biden election has changed America.	23:00 Sorry About Last Night—A Airport 2/5 Andy and Julie honeymoon at Heathrow Airport 23:30 Fred at The Stand—Series 1, Tonkinson, McTavish, Kugblenu and Ferry 6/6 From Edinburgh - Fred MacAulay with more top comedy talent.	23:00 Great Unanswered Questions—Series 3, Episode 2 2/5 How far can you fall without breaking a bone? With Justin Moorhouse. 23:30 Elastic Planet—The Train 2/6 The Ministry of Furniture and methodist pirates. Patrick Moore guest stars. 23:45 Hearing with Hegley—Series 3, Episode 2 2/8 The Luton laureate entertains a class of schoolchildren.

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