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Listen online to the internet radio of BBC Radio 4 live, which has more than 10 million weekly listeners, making it the second most popular radio station in the United Kingdom, just behind BBC Radio 2. The station primarily focuses on speech-related programmes, with very limited music content. Its programming delves into in-depth perspectives on world politics, domestic politics, journalism, and offers diversity through refreshing comedy, compelling readings, and drama. Additionally, topics in arts, science, and history are integral parts of its engaging programme structure. Radio 4 regularly provides shipping forecasts, news updates, and weather reports. During the night, from 1:00am to 5:20am, BBC Radio 4 broadcasts a selection from BBC World Service. The breakfast show on BBC Radio 4 is the immensely popular "Today" programme, airing on weekdays from 6am to 9am, and on Saturdays from 7am to 9am. BBC 4 Today covers national and international news, as well as sports. Furthermore, the "Thought for the Day", which features inspirational thoughts from religious thinkers, is included in the programme, typically around 7:45am. Presenters of the "Today" programme include Emma Barnett, Justin Webb, Mishal Husain, Amol Rajan, Martha Kearney and Nick Robinson.

BBC Radio 4 slogan: "Funny, fascinating, surprising, moving, informative... All the time"

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News about BBC Radio 4

Emma Barnett interview tops BBC Radio 4’s Feedback listener’s poll
An interview conducted by Emma Barnett on the Today programme has been judged the overall winner of “Interview of the Year” by listeners to BBC Radio 4’s Feedback.More >>
radiotoday.co.uk - 28.12.2024
Gavin and Stacey’s Nessa to read BBC Radio 4 Shipping Forecast
Actress Ruth Jones is to read the Shipping Forecast on BBC Radio 4 as part of a celebration of 100 years of it being broadcast on the BBC.More >>
ontheradio.co.uk - 28.12.2024
BBC Radio 4 Today presenter and journalist Mishal Husain is leaving the BBC for Bloomberg
Mishal Husain is departing the BBC in the new year to become Editor-at-Large on Bloomberg Weekend Edition.More >>
radiotoday.co.uk - 27.11.2024
More funny stuff going on at BBC Radio 4 including the return of Frank Skinner on the radio
BBC Radio 4 has today announced new comedy commissions including the return of Frank Skinner’s One Person Found This Helpful.More >>
radiotoday.co.uk - 04.11.2024
Presenter made of felt to debut on BBC Radio 4 in new series
Randy Feltface’s Destruction Manual is a news series coming to BBC Radio 4 later this month.More >>
radiotoday.co.uk - 04.09.2024
New drama commissions announced by BBC Radio 4
BBC Radio 4 has announced new audio drama commissions including Central Intelligence, showcasing world-renowned talent.More >>
radiotoday.co.uk - 30.07.2024
Sports presenter Garry Richardson to leave BBC Radio 4 Today programme
Garry Richardson is to step down from presenting sports news on BBC Radio 4’s Today this autumn.More >>
radiotoday.co.uk - 05.04.2024
Date set for the closure of BBC Radio 4 medium wave frequencies
BBC Radio 4 will turn off its medium wave frequencies and end its separate schedule for LW by April 15th 2024. Daily Service and the extended edition of Yesterday in Parliament will be available on BBC Radio 4 Extra on DAB, Digital TV and BBC Sounds from April 1st.More >>
radiotoday.co.uk - 21.03.2024
Third anniversary marked for BBC’s Across the UK plan
The BBC has given an update on the third anniversary of its Across the UK plan to boost production out of London.More >>
radiotoday.co.uk - 19.03.2024

BBC Radio 4's programmes18

00:00 - Midnight News
18/01/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
00:30 - The Ideas List
5. Fingerprints
Claudia Hammond hears how the FBI modernised its manual system for storing fingerprints
00:48 - Shipping Forecast
18/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
01:00 - Selection of BBC World Service Programmes
18/01/2025
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
05:20 - Shipping Forecast
18/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
05:30 - News Briefing
18/01/2025
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
05:43 - Prayer for the Day
Winnie the Pooh and Life
A reading and a reflection to start the day on Radio 4, with Jonathan Rea.
05:45 - Something to Declare
How to Laugh It Off
Jack Boswell explores craic, the Irish way of blending humour, stories and shared joy.
06:00 - News and Papers
18/01/2025
The latest news headlines. Including the weather and a look at the papers.
06:07 - Ramblings
Trees in Winter near Abergavenny
Clare meets a fellow lover of a wintery walk on a march up a hill in Grosmont.
06:30 - Farming Today
18/01/25 - Farming Today This Week: LAMMA machinery show, Climate advice on meat, Foot and Mouth
Charlotte Smith visits the LAMMA machinery show in Birmingham.
06:57 - Weather
18/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecast
07:00 - Today
18/01/25 - Amol Rajan and Dharshini David
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
09:00 - Saturday Live
Monty Don, Danny Gray, Eve Myles
Radio 4's Saturday morning show brings you extraordinary stories and remarkable people.
10:00 - You're Dead to Me
The Arts and Crafts Movement: William Morris and his circle
Join Greg and his guests to learn all about the Victorian Arts and Crafts movement.
10:30 - What's Funny About ...
A Bit of Fry and Laurie
Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie tell the story of their breakout sketch show.
11:00 - The Week in Westminster
18/01/2025
The Telegraph's Ben Riley-Smith assesses the latest developments at Westminster.
11:30 - From Our Own Correspondent
Escaping the LA Fires
Stories of close encounters and lucky escapes amid LA's devastating wild fires.
12:00 - News Summary
18/01/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
12:04 - Money Box
Child Trust Funds and Gilts
What is a gilt and can you buy one?
12:30 - The News Quiz
Series 116, Unconditional Discharge in Charge
2/8 Andy Zaltzman hosts the topical panel quiz show.
12:57 - Weather
18/01/2025
The latest weather forecast
13:00 - News and Weather
18/01/2025
The latest national and international news and weather reports from BBC Radio 4
13:10 - Any Questions?
Dr Luke Evans MP, Helen Morgan MP, Karin Smyth MP, Alex Wilson AM
Alex Forsyth presents political debate from Codsall Village Hall in South Staffordshire.
14:00 - Any Answers?
18/01/2025
Call Any Answers? to have your say on the big issues in the news this week.
14:45 - The Archers
17/01/2025
Mick’s feelings are hurt.
15:00 - Drama on 4
On a Lost Highway
Audio drama from Ed Thomas - one of Wales' best living playwrights.
16:00 - Woman's Hour
Weekend Woman’s Hour: Bishop Rose Hudson-Wilkin, Corridor care, The Mare, AI & IVF, Adwaith
The UK’s first black female bishop on her autobiography, The Girl from Montego Bay.
17:00 - PM
18/01/2025
Full coverage of the day's news.
17:30 - Political Thinking with Nick Robinson
The Rachel Reeves Chancellor One
The chancellor reflects on 6 months in power and outlines her plan to 'turn things around'
17:54 - Shipping Forecast
18/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
17:57 - Weather
18/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecast
18:00 - Six O'Clock News
18/01/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4
18:15 - Loose Ends
Deacon Blue, Paul McKenna, Rachel Sermanni, Julie Wilson Nimmo, Jon Muq
Nihal Arthanayake and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
19:00 - Profile
Claudia Sheinbaum
The first woman to be elected leader of Mexico.
19:15 - This Cultural Life
Robert Harris
Writer Robert Harris reveals his cultural influences and experiences.
20:00 - Archive on 4
Ronald vs Donald
Phil Tinline asks what Ronald Reagan's re-election can tell us about a second Trump term.
21:00 - The Poetry Detective
The Angry Penguins Hoax
Vanessa Kisuule explores the incredible story of one of Australia's most celebrated poets
21:30 - This Land

An interrupted documentary about copyright law, told through a single song.
22:00 - News
18/01/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4
22:15 - The Food Programme
What's this emulsifier doing in my food?
Jaega Wise learns about one of the most common food additives: emulsifiers
23:00 - What? Seriously??
3. Guinea Pigs and the Mafia
Miles Asteri from The Traitors joins Dara and Isy to unravel a strange-but-true tale.
23:30 - Counterpoint
Series 38, Heat 3, 2025
3/13 Paul Gambaccini chairs the music quiz with competitors from around the UK.