Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 21 - 27 October 2024

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00:00	00:00 Alan Garner - The Weirdstone of Brisingamen—1. Peril 1/4 Two children on holiday in the North of England encounter perilous magical forces. 00:30 Catch My Breath—3. Connections 3/5 Two women, two Adams. But what is the connection? Are they demon or liberator?	00:00 Sounds Natural—Peter Cushing Actor Peter Cushing discusses his love of the British countryside and its birdlife. 00:30 Sweet Mother KD Laura Barton tells the story of Karen Dalton, the folk world's answer to Billie Holliday.	00:00 A Good Read—Rick Edwards and George Lamb Rick Edwards and George Lamb join Harriett Gilbert to discuss favourite books. 00:30 The Physicist's Guide to the Orchestra Trevor Cox on the physics behind the way orchestral instruments make their unique sound	00:00 Archive on 4—Everyone's A Star Chris Stokel-Walker assesses how YouTube has shaped and changed the society we live in.	00:00 Great Lives—Joan Littlewood Actor Victor Spinetti explains his admiration for director Joan Littlewood. 00:30 Henry Cyril Paget: Lord Of The Dance How was "dancing marquess" Henry Cyril Paget bankrupted by his love of theatre?	00:00 Soul Music—Young Hearts Run Free by Candi Staton Candi Staton helps to celebrate her uplifting 1970s disco classic hit. 00:30 Freedom Song The story behind African-American singer Marian Anderson's 1939 Lincoln Memorial concert.	00:00 The Exorcist A 12-year-old girl appears to be possessed by a demonic force
01:00	01:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Poet Castaways, Michael Rosen Children's author Michael Rosen is castaway by Sue Lawley. 01:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Elsa David Attenborough gives his perspective on the story of the famous lioness, Elsa.	01:00 Death May Surprise Us—6. Staccato 6/6 As the PM’s captors prepare to carry out their threat, police are desperate... 01:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 2. D.U.D.S. on the Fringe 2/6 The thespian sleuth gathers the evidence to solve Willy's death.	01:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 1. A Pistol in the Pocket 1/4 The royal sleuth is in Paris, when a shooting occurs at the Moulin Rouge. 01:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 3. First Lunch 3/6 The thespian sleuth's investigations continue following Willy's death.	01:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 2. The Artist in the Barn 2/4 The royal sleuth thinks he's edging closer in the case of the Moulin Rouge murder. 01:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 4. Legal Aid 4/6 Convinced that Willy was murdered, the thespian sleuth consults his solicitor friend.	01:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 3. House of Pleasure 3/4 The royal sleuth is bewildered by the apparent lack of motive for the Moulin Rouge murder. 01:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 5. Last Lunch 5/6 The thespian sleuth suspects a student of the murder of Willy, but another is acting oddly	01:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 4. A Trail of Poison 4/4 Bertie and Sarah are following a trail of clues but will they lead to the real culprit? 01:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 6. Up In The Castle 6/6 One murder suspect is cleared in the continuing investigation of Willy's death.	01:00 Frances Hodgson Burnett - The Secret Garden A young orphan moves to a Yorkshire country estate - where she uncovers secrets.
02:00	02:00 Poetry Extra—Poetry Please - Caroline Bird Daljit Nagra selects another highlight from the BBC's poetry archive. 02:30 Piranesi by Susanna Clarke (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/2 Piranesi reflects on the House and its inhabitants.	02:00 The Emerald Green Show—Face Value 3/4 Emerald's feathers are ruffled when a bright and talented intern arrives on the show. 02:30 The Navy Lark—Series 11, CPO Pertwee's Long Service Medal 7/16 The Chief Petty Officer is facing a setback.	02:00 Living with Betty—Episode 2 2/6 A reconciliation dinner sparks an unexpected outcome. 02:30 The Goon Show—Series 6, The Mighty Wurlitzer 16/27 Neddie propels his mighty organ across the Sahara.	02:00 Ballylenon—Series 5, Episode 5 5/6 The Hoover cottage wrangling continues as Stompy's railway protest backfires. 02:30 The Missing Hancocks—Series 1, The Matador 1/5 Tony books a break with Sid unaware he also runs a bullfighting business.	02:00 Are You From the Bugle?—Plastic Balls and Sewing Machines 4/6 Butterthwaite is getting a new museum - can Graham nab an exclusive? 02:30 It Sticks Out Half A Mile—7. The First Meeting Pike and Hodges campaign to save the pier, while Uncle Arthur upsets Mavis.	02:00 Trapped—Series 1, Stand-Up Tragedy 2/6 Four stage comics discover life on the comedy circuit isn't all fun. 02:30 The Burkiss Way—Series 5, Wave Goodbyes to CBEs the Burkiss Way 6/6 The team's last ever episode. With Chris Emmett, Fred Harris and guest David Jason.	02:30 Ramble Book by Adam Buxton (Omnibus) Comedian and podcaster Adam Buxton takes a look back at his life.
03:00	03:40 Inheritance Tracks—Tim Minchin Musical comedian Tim Minchin chooses tracks by Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald. 03:50 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables (Omnibus)—Episode 3 3/5 Jean Valjean gets nervous about Marius's pursuit of Cosette and an evil plan is hatched.	03:00 North by Northamptonshire—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 Residents of the market town of Wadenbrook are preparing for the Dickensian Festival. 03:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—1. Weekly Rep 1/5 1961: Timothy West is doing a farce at the Theatre Royal, Nottingham. 03:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—16. The Rivals 16/25 Will the love between Marius and Cosette survive when Valjean leaves for England?	03:00 Alone—Series 2, Friday Nights, Saturday Mornings 6/6 Will’s new girlfriend Hannah appears to have a problem with Mitch. Stars Angus Deayton. 03:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—2. Subversive Shakespeare 2/5 The actor reflects on taking Shakespeare into European theatres. 03:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—17. Revolution 17/25 The city of Paris is on the brink of revolution.	03:00 Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang-Ups—Series 2, The Well of Loneliness 6/6 Tom finds himself on a Derbyshire moor in search of a dreadful family secret. 03:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—3. Homesickness 3/5 A 1975 tour of Australia and America with 'Hedda Gabler'. 03:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—18. Fighting 18/25 Fighting increases on the streets of Paris.	03:00 Believe It!—Series 3, Legacy 3/3 After a recent brush with death, Richard Wilson considers his legacy. 03:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—4. When in Rome 4/5 1985: Timothy West is asked to perform before the Pope. 03:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—19. Bombardment 19/25 Marius and the rebels are facing the army's cannons.	03:00 To Hull and Back—Series 3, Welcome to the Family 4/4 Sophie auditions for a part in the New Hull Theatre panto. 03:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—5. Another Crack at Lear 5/5 King Lear in Ireland and the Bristol Old Vic. Timothy West reads more letters. 03:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—20. Sewers 20/25 Valjean struggles to save the life of poorly Marius.	03:45 Tales From A Long Room by Peter Tinniswood—Series 1, I Was There 5/5 Cricket's 'day of infamy'. Despite fine weather, why was play abandoned?
04:00		04:00 We've Been Here Before—Series 2, Episode 2 2/4 Clive Anderson with Gyles Brandreth, John O'Farrell, Natalie Haynes and Richard Herring. 04:30 Spending My Inheritance—Saga Louts 5/6 When Brian's parents offer to take him and his family on holiday, he can hardly say no.	04:00 Act Your Age—Series 1, Episode 1 1/6 Simon Mayo's guests are Jon Richardson, Lucy Porter and Roy Walker. 04:30 Romantic Friction—An Ending..? 4/4 In Brian's absence, romance writer Anna is hounded by her characters.	04:00 Counterpoint—Series 27, 2013 Heat 5 5/13 Paul Gambaccini chairs the general knowledge music quiz. 04:30 Hazelbeach—Series 2, Weed 6/6 Ronnie and Nick discover that there is a fate worse than James.	04:00 Dilemma—Series 4, Episode 1 1/6 Sue Perkins presents another series of the show that tackles the big moral problems. 04:30 The Brothers—Series 3, First Aid 5/6 Michael aims to dump his fiancee, Nigel suffers, and Zorro wields some murderous crutches.	04:00 All the Way from Memphis—Series 2, Episode 3 3/6 James Walton is joined by Andrew Collins, Tracey MacLeod, Danny Kelly and Clare Grogan. 04:30 Lucky Heather—5. True Grit 5/6 Angela suspects her teenage daughter is on drugs so asks Heather to investigate.	04:00 The Men from the Ministry—Wool Over Their Eyes The bungling bureaucrats get sheepish over their latest muddle. 04:30 The Morecambe and Wise Show—Episode 2 2/6 Eric's ski holiday confusion - plus Maid Marian and merry men in Sherwood Forest.
05:00	05:00 Beyond Our Ken—From 01/07/1958 Kenneth Horne's revered troupe poke fun at tax bills and atomic power. 05:30 The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket—Series 2, The Storm 4/13 The dear ladies head for Maud’s when a dangerous storm strikes.	05:00 W Somerset Maugham - The Moon and Sixpence—1. Flight from London 1/4 Stockbroker Charles Strickland is seen as dull - but his time is yet to come.	05:00 W Somerset Maugham - The Moon and Sixpence—2. Loose in Paris 2/4 Freed from the strait-jacket of respectability, Strickland suffers for his art.	05:00 W Somerset Maugham - The Moon and Sixpence—3. A Marriage Destroyed 3/4 To put paint on canvas is now the breath of life to Strickland. Nothing else matters...	05:00 W Somerset Maugham - The Moon and Sixpence—4. Peace on Tahiti 4/4 Charles finds rest at last - but will he cheat the world of his masterpiece?	05:00 Wakefield A dull middle-aged man temporarily leaves home to spy on his wife to observe what happens.	05:00 Billy Bragg's Changing Times—1. So Much To Protest About 1/3 Stories of moments when musicians were inspired to preach, to protest and to perform.
06:00	06:00 Death May Surprise Us—6. Staccato 6/6 As the PM’s captors prepare to carry out their threat, police are desperate... 06:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 2. D.U.D.S. on the Fringe 2/6 The thespian sleuth gathers the evidence to solve Willy's death.	06:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 1. A Pistol in the Pocket 1/4 The royal sleuth is in Paris, when a shooting occurs at the Moulin Rouge. 06:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 3. First Lunch 3/6 The thespian sleuth's investigations continue following Willy's death.	06:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 2. The Artist in the Barn 2/4 The royal sleuth thinks he's edging closer in the case of the Moulin Rouge murder. 06:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 4. Legal Aid 4/6 Convinced that Willy was murdered, the thespian sleuth consults his solicitor friend.	06:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 3. House of Pleasure 3/4 The royal sleuth is bewildered by the apparent lack of motive for the Moulin Rouge murder. 06:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 5. Last Lunch 5/6 The thespian sleuth suspects a student of the murder of Willy, but another is acting oddly	06:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 4. A Trail of Poison 4/4 Bertie and Sarah are following a trail of clues but will they lead to the real culprit? 06:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 6. Up In The Castle 6/6 One murder suspect is cleared in the continuing investigation of Willy's death.	06:00 Frances Hodgson Burnett - The Secret Garden A young orphan moves to a Yorkshire country estate - where she uncovers secrets.	06:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Poet Castaways, Linton Kwesi Johnson Dub poet and reggae artist Linton Kwesi Johnson is castaway by Sue Lawley. 06:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Foreign Fare David Attenborough explores the natural history of potatoes, peppers and artichokes.
07:00	07:00 The Emerald Green Show—Face Value 3/4 Emerald's feathers are ruffled when a bright and talented intern arrives on the show. 07:30 The Navy Lark—Series 11, CPO Pertwee's Long Service Medal 7/16 The Chief Petty Officer is facing a setback.	07:00 Living with Betty—Episode 2 2/6 A reconciliation dinner sparks an unexpected outcome. 07:30 The Goon Show—Series 6, The Mighty Wurlitzer 16/27 Neddie propels his mighty organ across the Sahara.	07:00 Ballylenon—Series 5, Episode 5 5/6 The Hoover cottage wrangling continues as Stompy's railway protest backfires. 07:30 The Missing Hancocks—Series 1, The Matador 1/5 Tony books a break with Sid unaware he also runs a bullfighting business.	07:00 Are You From the Bugle?—Plastic Balls and Sewing Machines 4/6 Butterthwaite is getting a new museum - can Graham nab an exclusive? 07:30 It Sticks Out Half A Mile—7. The First Meeting Pike and Hodges campaign to save the pier, while Uncle Arthur upsets Mavis.	07:00 Trapped—Series 1, Stand-Up Tragedy 2/6 Four stage comics discover life on the comedy circuit isn't all fun. 07:30 The Burkiss Way—Series 5, Wave Goodbyes to CBEs the Burkiss Way 6/6 The team's last ever episode. With Chris Emmett, Fred Harris and guest David Jason.	07:30 Ramble Book by Adam Buxton (Omnibus) Comedian and podcaster Adam Buxton takes a look back at his life.	07:00 Poetry Extra—Poetry Societies - The Dylan Thomas Society Daljit Nagra selects another highlight from the BBC's poetry archive. 07:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West (Omnibus) Timothy West reads from his letters to his wife, Prunella Scales, between 1961 and 1992.
08:00	08:00 North by Northamptonshire—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 Residents of the market town of Wadenbrook are preparing for the Dickensian Festival. 08:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—1. Weekly Rep 1/5 1961: Timothy West is doing a farce at the Theatre Royal, Nottingham. 08:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—16. The Rivals 16/25 Will the love between Marius and Cosette survive when Valjean leaves for England?	08:00 Alone—Series 2, Friday Nights, Saturday Mornings 6/6 Will’s new girlfriend Hannah appears to have a problem with Mitch. Stars Angus Deayton. 08:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—2. Subversive Shakespeare 2/5 The actor reflects on taking Shakespeare into European theatres. 08:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—17. Revolution 17/25 The city of Paris is on the brink of revolution.	08:00 Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang-Ups—Series 2, The Well of Loneliness 6/6 Tom finds himself on a Derbyshire moor in search of a dreadful family secret. 08:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—3. Homesickness 3/5 A 1975 tour of Australia and America with 'Hedda Gabler'. 08:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—18. Fighting 18/25 Fighting increases on the streets of Paris.	08:00 Believe It!—Series 3, Legacy 3/3 After a recent brush with death, Richard Wilson considers his legacy. 08:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—4. When in Rome 4/5 1985: Timothy West is asked to perform before the Pope. 08:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—19. Bombardment 19/25 Marius and the rebels are facing the army's cannons.	08:00 To Hull and Back—Series 3, Welcome to the Family 4/4 Sophie auditions for a part in the New Hull Theatre panto. 08:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—5. Another Crack at Lear 5/5 King Lear in Ireland and the Bristol Old Vic. Timothy West reads more letters. 08:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—20. Sewers 20/25 Valjean struggles to save the life of poorly Marius.	08:45 Tales From A Long Room by Peter Tinniswood—Series 1, I Was There 5/5 Cricket's 'day of infamy'. Despite fine weather, why was play abandoned?	08:40 Inheritance Tracks—Leigh Francis Comedian Leigh Francis, aka Keith Lemon, chooses tracks by Adam and the Ants and INXS. 08:50 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables (Omnibus)—Episode 4 4/5 Heartbroken Marius, believing he's lost Cosette, throws himself into the Revolution.
09:00	09:00 Yesterday in Parliament—21/10/2024 News and views from Westminster with Sean Curran. 09:30 Fungi - The Fifth Kingdom—1. A World Wide Web 1/5 Mycologists reveal some extraordinary facts. 09:45 Daily Service—Reclaiming Narratives (Black History Month) - Truth Revealed by God Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Fr Paschal Uche	09:00 Yesterday in Parliament—22/10/2024 Alicia McCarthy reports as MPs question the Government on the Employment Rights Bill. 09:30 Fungi - The Fifth Kingdom—2. What Lies Beneath 2/5 Underneath the woodland fungi in autumn, a complex struggle is taking place. 09:45 Daily Service—Reclaiming Narratives (Black History Month) - Courage and Empowerment Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Grace Thomas.	09:00 Yesterday in Parliament—23/10/2024 Sean Curran reports as the Justice Secretary sets out plans for a review of sentencing. 09:30 Fungi - The Fifth Kingdom—3. Grassland Gems 3/5 A colourful garden where waxcaps, fairy clubs and earth tongues emerge. 09:45 Daily Service—Reclaiming Narratives (Black History Month) - Finding the Real Me Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Augustine Tanner-Ihm.	09:00 Yesterday in Parliament—24/10/2024 The latest news from Westminster - and beyond. 09:30 Fungi - The Fifth Kingdom—4. Anywhere and Everywhere 4/5 Scientists and naturalists delve into the fascinating world of eukaryotic organisms. 09:45 Daily Service—Reclaiming Narratives (Black History Month) - No Kingdom divided Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Angel Morgan.	09:00 Yesterday in Parliament—25/10/2024 Sean Curran reports as MPs discuss provision for special educational needs. 09:30 Fungi - The Fifth Kingdom—5. A Fungus Amongst Us 5/5 Friend or foe? Mycologists reveal the impact that fungi have had on planet Earth. 09:45 Daily Service—Reclaiming Narratives (Black History Month) - Pass no judgement Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Junior Garr.	09:00 The Men from the Ministry—Wool Over Their Eyes The bungling bureaucrats get sheepish over their latest muddle. 09:30 The Morecambe and Wise Show—Episode 2 2/6 Eric's ski holiday confusion - plus Maid Marian and merry men in Sherwood Forest.
10:00	10:00 Sounds Natural—Peter Cushing Actor Peter Cushing discusses his love of the British countryside and its birdlife. 10:30 Sweet Mother KD Laura Barton tells the story of Karen Dalton, the folk world's answer to Billie Holliday.	10:00 A Good Read—Rick Edwards and George Lamb Rick Edwards and George Lamb join Harriett Gilbert to discuss favourite books. 10:30 The Physicist's Guide to the Orchestra Trevor Cox on the physics behind the way orchestral instruments make their unique sound	10:00 Archive on 4—Everyone's A Star Chris Stokel-Walker assesses how YouTube has shaped and changed the society we live in.	10:00 Great Lives—Joan Littlewood Actor Victor Spinetti explains his admiration for director Joan Littlewood. 10:30 Henry Cyril Paget: Lord Of The Dance How was "dancing marquess" Henry Cyril Paget bankrupted by his love of theatre?	10:00 Soul Music—Young Hearts Run Free by Candi Staton Candi Staton helps to celebrate her uplifting 1970s disco classic hit. 10:30 Freedom Song The story behind African-American singer Marian Anderson's 1939 Lincoln Memorial concert.	10:00 Billy Bragg's Changing Times—1. So Much To Protest About 1/3 Stories of moments when musicians were inspired to preach, to protest and to perform.	10:00 Beyond Our Ken—From 08/07/1958 Kenneth Horne goes shopping - and what are the public reading? 10:30 The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket—Series 2, Jean Pierre Returns 5/13 The dear ladies prepare for tea at the Cricket Club.
11:00	11:00 Death May Surprise Us—6. Staccato 6/6 As the PM’s captors prepare to carry out their threat, police are desperate... 11:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 2. D.U.D.S. on the Fringe 2/6 The thespian sleuth gathers the evidence to solve Willy's death.	11:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 1. A Pistol in the Pocket 1/4 The royal sleuth is in Paris, when a shooting occurs at the Moulin Rouge. 11:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 3. First Lunch 3/6 The thespian sleuth's investigations continue following Willy's death.	11:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 2. The Artist in the Barn 2/4 The royal sleuth thinks he's edging closer in the case of the Moulin Rouge murder. 11:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 4. Legal Aid 4/6 Convinced that Willy was murdered, the thespian sleuth consults his solicitor friend.	11:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 3. House of Pleasure 3/4 The royal sleuth is bewildered by the apparent lack of motive for the Moulin Rouge murder. 11:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 5. Last Lunch 5/6 The thespian sleuth suspects a student of the murder of Willy, but another is acting oddly	11:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 4. A Trail of Poison 4/4 Bertie and Sarah are following a trail of clues but will they lead to the real culprit? 11:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 6. Up In The Castle 6/6 One murder suspect is cleared in the continuing investigation of Willy's death.	11:00 Frances Hodgson Burnett - The Secret Garden A young orphan moves to a Yorkshire country estate - where she uncovers secrets.	11:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Poet Castaways, Linton Kwesi Johnson Dub poet and reggae artist Linton Kwesi Johnson is castaway by Sue Lawley. 11:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Foreign Fare David Attenborough explores the natural history of potatoes, peppers and artichokes.
12:00	12:00 The Emerald Green Show—Face Value 3/4 Emerald's feathers are ruffled when a bright and talented intern arrives on the show. 12:30 The Navy Lark—Series 11, CPO Pertwee's Long Service Medal 7/16 The Chief Petty Officer is facing a setback.	12:00 Living with Betty—Episode 2 2/6 A reconciliation dinner sparks an unexpected outcome. 12:30 The Goon Show—Series 6, The Mighty Wurlitzer 16/27 Neddie propels his mighty organ across the Sahara.	12:00 Ballylenon—Series 5, Episode 5 5/6 The Hoover cottage wrangling continues as Stompy's railway protest backfires. 12:30 The Missing Hancocks—Series 1, The Matador 1/5 Tony books a break with Sid unaware he also runs a bullfighting business.	12:00 Are You From the Bugle?—Plastic Balls and Sewing Machines 4/6 Butterthwaite is getting a new museum - can Graham nab an exclusive? 12:30 It Sticks Out Half A Mile—7. The First Meeting Pike and Hodges campaign to save the pier, while Uncle Arthur upsets Mavis.	12:00 Trapped—Series 1, Stand-Up Tragedy 2/6 Four stage comics discover life on the comedy circuit isn't all fun. 12:30 The Burkiss Way—Series 5, Wave Goodbyes to CBEs the Burkiss Way 6/6 The team's last ever episode. With Chris Emmett, Fred Harris and guest David Jason.	12:30 Ramble Book by Adam Buxton (Omnibus) Comedian and podcaster Adam Buxton takes a look back at his life.	12:00 Poetry Extra—Poetry Societies - The Dylan Thomas Society Daljit Nagra selects another highlight from the BBC's poetry archive. 12:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West (Omnibus) Timothy West reads from his letters to his wife, Prunella Scales, between 1961 and 1992.
13:00	13:00 North by Northamptonshire—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 Residents of the market town of Wadenbrook are preparing for the Dickensian Festival. 13:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—1. Weekly Rep 1/5 1961: Timothy West is doing a farce at the Theatre Royal, Nottingham. 13:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—16. The Rivals 16/25 Will the love between Marius and Cosette survive when Valjean leaves for England?	13:00 Alone—Series 2, Friday Nights, Saturday Mornings 6/6 Will’s new girlfriend Hannah appears to have a problem with Mitch. Stars Angus Deayton. 13:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—2. Subversive Shakespeare 2/5 The actor reflects on taking Shakespeare into European theatres. 13:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—17. Revolution 17/25 The city of Paris is on the brink of revolution.	13:00 Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang-Ups—Series 2, The Well of Loneliness 6/6 Tom finds himself on a Derbyshire moor in search of a dreadful family secret. 13:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—3. Homesickness 3/5 A 1975 tour of Australia and America with 'Hedda Gabler'. 13:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—18. Fighting 18/25 Fighting increases on the streets of Paris.	13:00 Believe It!—Series 3, Legacy 3/3 After a recent brush with death, Richard Wilson considers his legacy. 13:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—4. When in Rome 4/5 1985: Timothy West is asked to perform before the Pope. 13:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—19. Bombardment 19/25 Marius and the rebels are facing the army's cannons.	13:00 To Hull and Back—Series 3, Welcome to the Family 4/4 Sophie auditions for a part in the New Hull Theatre panto. 13:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—5. Another Crack at Lear 5/5 King Lear in Ireland and the Bristol Old Vic. Timothy West reads more letters. 13:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—20. Sewers 20/25 Valjean struggles to save the life of poorly Marius.	13:45 Tales From A Long Room by Peter Tinniswood—Series 1, I Was There 5/5 Cricket's 'day of infamy'. Despite fine weather, why was play abandoned?	13:40 Inheritance Tracks—Leigh Francis Comedian Leigh Francis, aka Keith Lemon, chooses tracks by Adam and the Ants and INXS. 13:50 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables (Omnibus)—Episode 4 4/5 Heartbroken Marius, believing he's lost Cosette, throws himself into the Revolution.
14:00	14:00 We've Been Here Before—Series 2, Episode 2 2/4 Clive Anderson with Gyles Brandreth, John O'Farrell, Natalie Haynes and Richard Herring. 14:30 Spending My Inheritance—Saga Louts 5/6 When Brian's parents offer to take him and his family on holiday, he can hardly say no.	14:00 Act Your Age—Series 1, Episode 1 1/6 Simon Mayo's guests are Jon Richardson, Lucy Porter and Roy Walker. 14:30 Romantic Friction—An Ending..? 4/4 In Brian's absence, romance writer Anna is hounded by her characters.	14:00 Counterpoint—Series 27, 2013 Heat 5 5/13 Paul Gambaccini chairs the general knowledge music quiz. 14:30 Hazelbeach—Series 2, Weed 6/6 Ronnie and Nick discover that there is a fate worse than James.	14:00 Dilemma—Series 4, Episode 1 1/6 Sue Perkins presents another series of the show that tackles the big moral problems. 14:30 The Brothers—Series 3, First Aid 5/6 Michael aims to dump his fiancee, Nigel suffers, and Zorro wields some murderous crutches.	14:00 All the Way from Memphis—Series 2, Episode 3 3/6 James Walton is joined by Andrew Collins, Tracey MacLeod, Danny Kelly and Clare Grogan. 14:30 Lucky Heather—5. True Grit 5/6 Angela suspects her teenage daughter is on drugs so asks Heather to investigate.	14:00 The Men from the Ministry—Wool Over Their Eyes The bungling bureaucrats get sheepish over their latest muddle. 14:30 The Morecambe and Wise Show—Episode 2 2/6 Eric's ski holiday confusion - plus Maid Marian and merry men in Sherwood Forest.
15:00	15:00 W Somerset Maugham - The Moon and Sixpence—1. Flight from London 1/4 Stockbroker Charles Strickland is seen as dull - but his time is yet to come.	15:00 W Somerset Maugham - The Moon and Sixpence—2. Loose in Paris 2/4 Freed from the strait-jacket of respectability, Strickland suffers for his art.	15:00 W Somerset Maugham - The Moon and Sixpence—3. A Marriage Destroyed 3/4 To put paint on canvas is now the breath of life to Strickland. Nothing else matters...	15:00 W Somerset Maugham - The Moon and Sixpence—4. Peace on Tahiti 4/4 Charles finds rest at last - but will he cheat the world of his masterpiece?	15:00 Wakefield A dull middle-aged man temporarily leaves home to spy on his wife to observe what happens.	15:00 Billy Bragg's Changing Times—1. So Much To Protest About 1/3 Stories of moments when musicians were inspired to preach, to protest and to perform.	15:00 Beyond Our Ken—From 08/07/1958 Kenneth Horne goes shopping - and what are the public reading? 15:30 The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket—Series 2, Jean Pierre Returns 5/13 The dear ladies prepare for tea at the Cricket Club.
16:00	16:00 Sounds Natural—Peter Cushing Actor Peter Cushing discusses his love of the British countryside and its birdlife. 16:30 Sweet Mother KD Laura Barton tells the story of Karen Dalton, the folk world's answer to Billie Holliday.	16:00 A Good Read—Rick Edwards and George Lamb Rick Edwards and George Lamb join Harriett Gilbert to discuss favourite books. 16:30 The Physicist's Guide to the Orchestra Trevor Cox on the physics behind the way orchestral instruments make their unique sound	16:00 Archive on 4—Everyone's A Star Chris Stokel-Walker assesses how YouTube has shaped and changed the society we live in.	16:00 Great Lives—Joan Littlewood Actor Victor Spinetti explains his admiration for director Joan Littlewood. 16:30 Henry Cyril Paget: Lord Of The Dance How was "dancing marquess" Henry Cyril Paget bankrupted by his love of theatre?	16:00 Soul Music—Young Hearts Run Free by Candi Staton Candi Staton helps to celebrate her uplifting 1970s disco classic hit. 16:30 Freedom Song The story behind African-American singer Marian Anderson's 1939 Lincoln Memorial concert.	16:00 Spine Chillers—Figures by Colin Haydn Evans 1/5 The past of Ann's new house turns out to be part of her future 16:40 Dracula's Guest by Bram Stoker A young man sets out on a journey where the elements, and something else, are against him.	16:00 Alan Garner - The Weirdstone of Brisingamen—2. Sleepers 2/4 With Weirdstone lost, can Colin and Susan protect the sleepers who could save the world? 16:30 Catch My Breath—4. Let's Party 4/5 It's party time for Adam, but his guests prove to be far from ordinary.
17:00	17:00 Death May Surprise Us—6. Staccato 6/6 As the PM’s captors prepare to carry out their threat, police are desperate... 17:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 2. D.U.D.S. on the Fringe 2/6 The thespian sleuth gathers the evidence to solve Willy's death.	17:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 1. A Pistol in the Pocket 1/4 The royal sleuth is in Paris, when a shooting occurs at the Moulin Rouge. 17:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 3. First Lunch 3/6 The thespian sleuth's investigations continue following Willy's death.	17:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 2. The Artist in the Barn 2/4 The royal sleuth thinks he's edging closer in the case of the Moulin Rouge murder. 17:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 4. Legal Aid 4/6 Convinced that Willy was murdered, the thespian sleuth consults his solicitor friend.	17:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 3. House of Pleasure 3/4 The royal sleuth is bewildered by the apparent lack of motive for the Moulin Rouge murder. 17:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 5. Last Lunch 5/6 The thespian sleuth suspects a student of the murder of Willy, but another is acting oddly	17:00 Whodunnits—Bertie and the Crime of Passion, 4. A Trail of Poison 4/4 Bertie and Sarah are following a trail of clues but will they lead to the real culprit? 17:30 Whodunnits—Charles Paris: So Much Blood, 6. Up In The Castle 6/6 One murder suspect is cleared in the continuing investigation of Willy's death.	17:00 Frances Hodgson Burnett - The Secret Garden A young orphan moves to a Yorkshire country estate - where she uncovers secrets.	17:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Poet Castaways, Linton Kwesi Johnson Dub poet and reggae artist Linton Kwesi Johnson is castaway by Sue Lawley. 17:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Foreign Fare David Attenborough explores the natural history of potatoes, peppers and artichokes.
18:00	18:00 The Emerald Green Show—Face Value 3/4 Emerald's feathers are ruffled when a bright and talented intern arrives on the show. 18:30 The Navy Lark—Series 11, CPO Pertwee's Long Service Medal 7/16 The Chief Petty Officer is facing a setback.	18:00 Living with Betty—Episode 2 2/6 A reconciliation dinner sparks an unexpected outcome. 18:30 The Goon Show—Series 6, The Mighty Wurlitzer 16/27 Neddie propels his mighty organ across the Sahara.	18:00 Ballylenon—Series 5, Episode 5 5/6 The Hoover cottage wrangling continues as Stompy's railway protest backfires. 18:30 The Missing Hancocks—Series 1, The Matador 1/5 Tony books a break with Sid unaware he also runs a bullfighting business.	18:00 Are You From the Bugle?—Plastic Balls and Sewing Machines 4/6 Butterthwaite is getting a new museum - can Graham nab an exclusive? 18:30 It Sticks Out Half A Mile—7. The First Meeting Pike and Hodges campaign to save the pier, while Uncle Arthur upsets Mavis.	18:00 Trapped—Series 1, Stand-Up Tragedy 2/6 Four stage comics discover life on the comedy circuit isn't all fun. 18:30 The Burkiss Way—Series 5, Wave Goodbyes to CBEs the Burkiss Way 6/6 The team's last ever episode. With Chris Emmett, Fred Harris and guest David Jason.	18:30 Ramble Book by Adam Buxton (Omnibus) Comedian and podcaster Adam Buxton takes a look back at his life.	18:00 Poetry Extra—Poetry Societies - The Dylan Thomas Society Daljit Nagra selects another highlight from the BBC's poetry archive. 18:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West (Omnibus) Timothy West reads from his letters to his wife, Prunella Scales, between 1961 and 1992.
19:00	19:00 North by Northamptonshire—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 Residents of the market town of Wadenbrook are preparing for the Dickensian Festival. 19:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—1. Weekly Rep 1/5 1961: Timothy West is doing a farce at the Theatre Royal, Nottingham. 19:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—16. The Rivals 16/25 Will the love between Marius and Cosette survive when Valjean leaves for England?	19:00 Alone—Series 2, Friday Nights, Saturday Mornings 6/6 Will’s new girlfriend Hannah appears to have a problem with Mitch. Stars Angus Deayton. 19:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—2. Subversive Shakespeare 2/5 The actor reflects on taking Shakespeare into European theatres. 19:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—17. Revolution 17/25 The city of Paris is on the brink of revolution.	19:00 Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang-Ups—Series 2, The Well of Loneliness 6/6 Tom finds himself on a Derbyshire moor in search of a dreadful family secret. 19:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—3. Homesickness 3/5 A 1975 tour of Australia and America with 'Hedda Gabler'. 19:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—18. Fighting 18/25 Fighting increases on the streets of Paris.	19:00 Believe It!—Series 3, Legacy 3/3 After a recent brush with death, Richard Wilson considers his legacy. 19:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—4. When in Rome 4/5 1985: Timothy West is asked to perform before the Pope. 19:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—19. Bombardment 19/25 Marius and the rebels are facing the army's cannons.	19:00 To Hull and Back—Series 3, Welcome to the Family 4/4 Sophie auditions for a part in the New Hull Theatre panto. 19:30 I'm Here I Think, Where Are You? by Timothy West—5. Another Crack at Lear 5/5 King Lear in Ireland and the Bristol Old Vic. Timothy West reads more letters. 19:45 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables—20. Sewers 20/25 Valjean struggles to save the life of poorly Marius.	19:45 Tales From A Long Room by Peter Tinniswood—Series 1, I Was There 5/5 Cricket's 'day of infamy'. Despite fine weather, why was play abandoned?	19:40 Inheritance Tracks—Leigh Francis Comedian Leigh Francis, aka Keith Lemon, chooses tracks by Adam and the Ants and INXS. 19:50 Victor Hugo - Les Miserables (Omnibus)—Episode 4 4/5 Heartbroken Marius, believing he's lost Cosette, throws himself into the Revolution.
20:00	20:00 We've Been Here Before—Series 2, Episode 2 2/4 Clive Anderson with Gyles Brandreth, John O'Farrell, Natalie Haynes and Richard Herring. 20:30 Spending My Inheritance—Saga Louts 5/6 When Brian's parents offer to take him and his family on holiday, he can hardly say no.	20:00 Act Your Age—Series 1, Episode 1 1/6 Simon Mayo's guests are Jon Richardson, Lucy Porter and Roy Walker. 20:30 Romantic Friction—An Ending..? 4/4 In Brian's absence, romance writer Anna is hounded by her characters.	20:00 Counterpoint—Series 27, 2013 Heat 5 5/13 Paul Gambaccini chairs the general knowledge music quiz. 20:30 Hazelbeach—Series 2, Weed 6/6 Ronnie and Nick discover that there is a fate worse than James.	20:00 Dilemma—Series 4, Episode 1 1/6 Sue Perkins presents another series of the show that tackles the big moral problems. 20:30 The Brothers—Series 3, First Aid 5/6 Michael aims to dump his fiancee, Nigel suffers, and Zorro wields some murderous crutches.	20:00 All the Way from Memphis—Series 2, Episode 3 3/6 James Walton is joined by Andrew Collins, Tracey MacLeod, Danny Kelly and Clare Grogan. 20:30 Lucky Heather—5. True Grit 5/6 Angela suspects her teenage daughter is on drugs so asks Heather to investigate.	20:00 The Men from the Ministry—Wool Over Their Eyes The bungling bureaucrats get sheepish over their latest muddle. 20:30 The Morecambe and Wise Show—Episode 2 2/6 Eric's ski holiday confusion - plus Maid Marian and merry men in Sherwood Forest.
21:00	21:00 W Somerset Maugham - The Moon and Sixpence—1. Flight from London 1/4 Stockbroker Charles Strickland is seen as dull - but his time is yet to come.	21:00 W Somerset Maugham - The Moon and Sixpence—2. Loose in Paris 2/4 Freed from the strait-jacket of respectability, Strickland suffers for his art.	21:00 W Somerset Maugham - The Moon and Sixpence—3. A Marriage Destroyed 3/4 To put paint on canvas is now the breath of life to Strickland. Nothing else matters...	21:00 W Somerset Maugham - The Moon and Sixpence—4. Peace on Tahiti 4/4 Charles finds rest at last - but will he cheat the world of his masterpiece?	21:00 Wakefield A dull middle-aged man temporarily leaves home to spy on his wife to observe what happens.	21:00 Billy Bragg's Changing Times—1. So Much To Protest About 1/3 Stories of moments when musicians were inspired to preach, to protest and to perform.	21:00 Beyond Our Ken—From 08/07/1958 Kenneth Horne goes shopping - and what are the public reading? 21:30 The Enchanting World of Hinge and Bracket—Series 2, Jean Pierre Returns 5/13 The dear ladies prepare for tea at the Cricket Club.
22:00	22:00 Just a Minute—Series 93, 5. Cheek by jowl with some stubbly nosed man 5/6 Jenny Eclair joins Sue Perkins for Radio 4's fast-talking panel show. 22:30 Alexei Sayle's Strangers on a Train—Series 1, Manchester to Bournemouth 4/6 Alexei Sayle travels from Manchester to Bournemouth talking to strangers on his train. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Tom Ward 1/3 Rob Deering talks to Tom Ward in the Comedy Club.	22:00 Heresy—Series 12, Episode 5 5/6 Victoria Coren Mitchell presents another edition of the show which dares to commit heresy. 22:30 The Consultants—Series 2, Episode 6 6/6 Crossword challenges and dinner with the devil. Offbeat songs and sketches.	22:00 Ivo Graham's Obsessions—Series 1, 3. John Robins & Michelle De Swarte 3/6 John Robins and Michelle De Swarte talk to Ivo Graham about what they're obsessed with. 22:30 The Goldfish Bowl—Series 2, Episode 7 7/8 Will Anton be able to survive the choppy waters of buying real estate? 22:45 Ivor Cutler - Cutler the Lax—Episode 2 2/3 The surrealist discovers ancient Egyptian music and what the Dutch think of British pubs. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Tom Ward 2/3 Rob Deering talks to Tom Ward in the Comedy Club.	22:00 Olga Koch: OK Computer—Series 3, 3. Money 3/4 Olga and Algo are auditing the idea of money. 22:30 On the Hour—Series 1, Episode 4 4/5 Chris Morris spoofs the news, while the sport goes on for bereaved Alan Partridge.	22:00 Exposure Jordan Gray stars as Grace, an attention-starved reality star who’ll do anything for fame. 22:30 The Million Pound Radio Show—Series 2, Episode 8 8/8 Motson's Syndrome - and a nuclear attack. Starring Andy Hamilton and Nick Revell. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Tom Ward 3/3 Rob Deering talks to Tom Ward in the Comedy Club.	22:00 A Tribute to Steve Brown, with Harry Hill Harry Hill presents a celebration of the life of his friend and collaborator, Steve Brown.	22:00 On the Town with the League of Gentlemen—Gunpowder, Treason and Plot 4/6 The locals get an unusual new guy for the bonfire. Pre-TV sketch show from November 1997. 22:30 Electric Ink—Series 1, Episode 4 4/6 A new reality star columnist means Maddox must rewrite her copy without causing upset.
23:00	23:00 The News Quiz—Series 115, Inflation and Incinerators 7/8 Lucy Porter steps in as guest host for the weekly quiz on the latest news. 23:30 Mark Watson Talks a Bit About Life—Series 3, Summer 2/4 Mark Watson continues his doomed quest to make sense of the human experience.	23:00 Crème de la Crime—Carrion up the Jungle Michael Feydeau and David Pershore probe a dastardly case of felony afloat. 23:15 Warhorses of Letters—Series 2, Episode 4 4/4 The eve of Waterloo, and our heroes face the prospect of seeing each other face to face. 23:30 Lionel Nimrod's Inexplicable World—Series 1, Love 6/6 The sci-fi star and his crew set sail on a romantic cruise.	23:00 The Big Fun Show—Episode 1 1/6 Paul Merton, Julian Clary, Tony Hawks and Josie Lawrence are ready for Big Fun! 23:30 The Skewer—Series 12, Episode 6 6/8 Jon Holmes's award-winning satirical concept album returns to twist itself into the news. 23:45 Little Lifetimes by Jenny Eclair—Series 1, Doing the Best for Daniel 6/6 A single mother dreams of raising her son to wreak revenge on his father.	23:00 I've Never Seen Star Wars—Series 5, Benjamin Zephaniah 3/6 Marcus Brigstocke invites poet Benjamin Zephaniah to try new experiences. 23:30 Arthur Smith's Balham Bash—Series 1, Episode 3 3/4 Arthur invites Micky Flanagan and Nat Luurtsema round to his place.	23:00 Absolute Power—Series 3, Episode 4 4/5 Martin has a sporting challenge, but can Charles save a disgraced minister? 23:30 Elvenquest—Series 1, Episode 5 5/6 The Oracle enlightens in the quest for the Sword of Asnagar.		23:00 Old Harry's Game—Series 1, Appearances 4/6 With hooves, goat's legs, red eyes and horns, the Devil is worried about his looks. 23:30 The Absolutely Radio Show—Series 2, Episode 1 1/4 Stoneybridge Town Council prepares to receive the town's first ever tourist.

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