BBC Radio 4's programmes
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00:00 - Midnight News
21/01/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
00:30 - The History Podcast
Shadow War: China and the West, Shadow War: 1. The Escape
A near miss in the skies over the South China Sea.
A near miss in the skies over the South China Sea.
00:48 - Shipping Forecast
21/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
01:00 - Selection of BBC World Service Programmes
21/01/2025
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
05:20 - Shipping Forecast
21/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
05:30 - News Briefing
21/01/2025
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
05:43 - Prayer for the Day
Displaying God’s Image
A reading and a reflection to start the day on Radio 4, with Jonathan Rea.
A reading and a reflection to start the day on Radio 4, with Jonathan Rea.
05:45 - Farming Today
21/01/2025
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
06:00 - Today
21/01/2025
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
09:00 - Young Again
22. Chiwetel Ejiofor
Kirsty Young asks actor Chiwetel Ejiofor what advice he would give his younger self.
Kirsty Young asks actor Chiwetel Ejiofor what advice he would give his younger self.
09:30 - Inside Health
Can you really boost your immune system?
From kombucha to cold water swims, does any of it help protect us from getting a virus?
From kombucha to cold water swims, does any of it help protect us from getting a virus?
10:00 - Woman's Hour
21/01/2025
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
11:00 - Screenshot
Time Travel
Ellen and Mark take a quantum leap into the world of time travel and time loops on screen.
Ellen and Mark take a quantum leap into the world of time travel and time loops on screen.
11:45 - The History Podcast
Shadow War: China and the West, Shadow War: 2. The Canary in the Coalmine
How the Himalayas became the front line for a cyber war.
How the Himalayas became the front line for a cyber war.
12:00 - News Summary
21/01/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
21/01/2025
News and discussion of consumer affairs
News and discussion of consumer affairs
12:57 - Weather
21/01/2025
The latest weather forecast
The latest weather forecast
13:00 - World at One
21/01/2025
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
13:45 - Human Intelligence
Collectors: Denis Diderot
The Enlightenment encyclopaedist; the ultimate interdisciplinary thinker.
The Enlightenment encyclopaedist; the ultimate interdisciplinary thinker.
14:00 - The Archers
20/01/2025
Vince hatches a plan.
Vince hatches a plan.
14:15 - This Thing of Darkness
Series 3, The Elephant in the Room
2/5 How much do childhood experiences impact the mind of a murderer?
2/5 How much do childhood experiences impact the mind of a murderer?
15:00 - The Gift
Series 2, 2. Switched - Part 2
After discovering who she really is, Claire has decided to tell her side of the story.
After discovering who she really is, Claire has decided to tell her side of the story.
15:30 - Thinking Allowed
Playgrounds
The social history of the playground.
The social history of the playground.
16:00 - Dreaming of Connie Converse
Poet Emily Berry explores the music and mystery of Connie Converse.
16:30 - When It Hits the Fan
21/01/2025
Who's in the news for all the wrong reasons? With David Yelland and Simon Lewis.
Who's in the news for all the wrong reasons? With David Yelland and Simon Lewis.
17:00 - PM
21/01/2025
Afternoon news and current affairs programme
Afternoon news and current affairs programme
18:00 - Six O'Clock News
21/01/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
18:30 - Janey Godley: The C Bomb
Series 2, 3. Motherhood, Marriage and George Clooney
3/4 Janey reflects on key relationships and regrets, and ponders her pearly gat ... More >>e prospects.
3/4 Janey reflects on key relationships and regrets, and ponders her pearly gat ... More >>e prospects.
19:00 - The Archers
21/01/2025
It’s a life-changing day for one resident.
It’s a life-changing day for one resident.
19:15 - Front Row
Anora director Sean Baker, Caryl Phillips new novel
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
20:00 - Shadow of War - A Tainted Anatomy
Why is the brain of a Scottish soldier in a German archive, 80 years after his death?
20:40 - In Touch
21/01/2025
News, views and information for people who are blind or partially sighted.
News, views and information for people who are blind or partially sighted.
21:00 - Crossing Continents
Death Marches: uncovering the truth beneath the soil
How a town in Poland – once in Germany - is discovering its troubling past.
How a town in Poland – once in Germany - is discovering its troubling past.
21:30 - The Bottom Line
A Four Day Week: Less Work for More People?
Evan Davis explores if working four eight-hour days could benefit employees and bosses.
Evan Davis explores if working four eight-hour days could benefit employees and bosses.
22:00 - The World Tonight
21/01/2025
In-depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
In-depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
22:45 - Turtle Diary by Russell Hoban
Episode 7
7/10 Plans are made to help the turtles escape. A date is decided.
7/10 Plans are made to help the turtles escape. A date is decided.
23:00 - Now You're Asking with Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn
The 'Functioning Alcoholic' Problem
Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn try and tackle their listeners' problems. Last of the series.
Marian Keyes and Tara Flynn try and tackle their listeners' problems. Last of the series.
23:30 - Today in Parliament
21/01/2025
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
00:00 - Midnight News
22/01/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
00:30 - The History Podcast
Shadow War: China and the West, Shadow War: 2. The Canary in the Coalmine
How the Himalayas became the front line for a cyber war.
How the Himalayas became the front line for a cyber war.
00:48 - Shipping Forecast
22/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
01:00 - Selection of BBC World Service Programmes
22/01/2025
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
05:20 - Shipping Forecast
22/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
05:30 - News Briefing
22/01/2025
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
05:43 - Prayer for the Day
Changing Human Behaviour
A reading and a reflection to start the day on Radio 4, with Jonathan Rea.
A reading and a reflection to start the day on Radio 4, with Jonathan Rea.
05:45 - Farming Today
22/01/2025
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
06:00 - Today
22/01/2025
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
09:00 - Sideways
68. Bliss in Suffering
Matthew Syed ponders the possibility of experiencing bliss in the midst of suffering.
Matthew Syed ponders the possibility of experiencing bliss in the midst of suffering.
09:30 - In Dark Corners
Series 2, 3. The Dirty Squad
3/6 The Dirty Squad takes on the Paedophile Information Exchange.
3/6 The Dirty Squad takes on the Paedophile Information Exchange.
10:00 - Woman's Hour
22/01/2025
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
11:00 - Shadow of War - A Tainted Anatomy
Why is the brain of a Scottish soldier in a German archive, 80 years after his death?
11:45 - The History Podcast
Shadow War: China and the West, Shadow War: 3. The Break-In
A mysterious robbery leads to suspicions about the theft of intellectual property.
A mysterious robbery leads to suspicions about the theft of intellectual property.
12:00 - News Summary
22/01/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
12:04 - You and Yours
22/01/2025
News and discussion of consumer affairs
News and discussion of consumer affairs
12:57 - Weather
22/01/2025
The latest weather forecast
The latest weather forecast
13:00 - World at One
22/01/2025
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
13:45 - Human Intelligence
Collectors: Pamphila
A prolific historian from ancient Greece – female, freelance and working from home.
A prolific historian from ancient Greece – female, freelance and working from home.
14:00 - The Archers
21/01/2025
It’s a life-changing day for one resident.
It’s a life-changing day for one resident.
14:15 - Drama on 4
Endless Second
Unflinching drama. One drunken evening changes everything for two students in love.
Unflinching drama. One drunken evening changes everything for two students in love.
15:00 - Money Box
22/01/2025
The Money Box team invites listeners and experts to discuss one personal finance topic.
The Money Box team invites listeners and experts to discuss one personal finance topic.
15:30 - The Artificial Human
Will AI Eat Itself?
Aleks Krotoski and Kevin Fong uncover what happens when you feed an AI its own output.
Aleks Krotoski and Kevin Fong uncover what happens when you feed an AI its own output.
16:00 - The Media Show
22/01/2025
Topical programme about the fast-changing media world
Topical programme about the fast-changing media world
17:00 - PM
22/01/2025
Afternoon news and current affairs programme
Afternoon news and current affairs programme
18:00 - Six O'Clock News
22/01/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
18:30 - ReincarNathan
Series 3, Ant
4/6 Comedy about reincarnation with Daniel Rigby, Ashley McGuire, Ed Gamble and Freya Parker.
4/6 Comedy about reincarnation with Daniel Rigby, Ashley McGuire, Ed Gamble and Freya Parker.
19:00 - The Archers
22/01/2025
Freddie faces an uncertain future.
Freddie faces an uncertain future.
19:15 - Front Row
James Graham on Brian & Maggie, The Merchant of Venice, Live music from Julie Fowlis and Karine Polwart
James Graham on Brian & Maggie, Merchant of ... More >> Venice, live music from Karine Polwart.
James Graham on Brian & Maggie, Merchant of ... More >> Venice, live music from Karine Polwart.
20:00 - AntiSocial
"Masculine energy": Does the workplace need more of it?
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg sparks a row about gender in the workplace.
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg sparks a row about gender in the workplace.
20:45 - How They Made Us Doubt Everything
Talc Tales: 2. Never 100% clean
In the 1970s, a scientist discovers asbestos fibres in talcum powder.
In the 1970s, a scientist discovers asbestos fibres in talcum powder.
21:00 - Sideways
25 Years of the 21st Century, 25 Years of the 21st Century: 2. The Age of Mistrust
2/5 Have we lost faith in institutions, politicia ... More >>ns - and even money?
2/5 Have we lost faith in institutions, politicia ... More >>ns - and even money?
21:30 - Inside Health
Can you really boost your immune system?
From kombucha to cold water swims, does any of it help protect us from getting a virus?
From kombucha to cold water swims, does any of it help protect us from getting a virus?
22:00 - The World Tonight
22/01/2025
In-depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
In-depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
22:45 - Turtle Diary by Russell Hoban
Episode 8
8/10 Release day arrives. William and Neaera drive through a moonlit night to Polperro.
8/10 Release day arrives. William and Neaera drive through a moonlit night to Polperro.
23:00 - Alison Spittle: Petty Please
Series 1, The Debs Disaster
2/4 Alison Spittle has a long-held prom-related grudge, and needs to get closure.
2/4 Alison Spittle has a long-held prom-related grudge, and needs to get closure.
23:30 - Today in Parliament
22/01/2025
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
00:00 - Midnight News
23/01/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
00:30 - The History Podcast
Shadow War: China and the West, Shadow War: 3. The Break-In
A mysterious robbery leads to suspicions about the theft of intellectual property.
A mysterious robbery leads to suspicions about the theft of intellectual property.
00:48 - Shipping Forecast
23/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
01:00 - Selection of BBC World Service Programmes
23/01/2025
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
05:20 - Shipping Forecast
23/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
05:30 - News Briefing
23/01/2025
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
05:43 - Prayer for the Day
Truly and Historic Moment
A reading and a reflection to start the day on Radio 4, with Jonathan Rea.
A reading and a reflection to start the day on Radio 4, with Jonathan Rea.
05:45 - Farming Today
23/01/2025
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
06:00 - Today
23/01/2025
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
09:00 - In Our Time
Socrates in Prison
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the inspiring last days of the great Athenian philosopher.
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the inspiring last days of the great Athenian philosopher.
09:45 - Strong Message Here
23/01/2025
Armando Iannucci and Helen Lewis decode the utterly baffling world of political language.
Armando Iannucci and Helen Lewis decode the utterly baffling world of political language.
10:00 - Woman's Hour
23/01/2025
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
11:00 - This Cultural Life
23/01/2025
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music
11:45 - The History Podcast
Shadow War: China and the West, Shadow War: 4. Who’s Listening?
The battle over who controls communications.
The battle over who controls communications.
12:00 - News Summary
23/01/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
12:04 - The Bottom Line
23/01/2025
Evan Davis hosts the business conversation show, with insight from the people at the top.
Evan Davis hosts the business conversation show, with insight from the people at the top.
12:32 - Sliced Bread
23/01/2025
Greg Foot investigates the so-called wonder products making bold claims.
Greg Foot investigates the so-called wonder products making bold claims.
12:57 - Weather
23/01/2025
The latest weather forecast
The latest weather forecast
13:00 - World at One
23/01/2025
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
13:45 - Human Intelligence
Collectors: Samuel Johnson
Working in chaos at a desk strewn with papers, 'Dictionary Johnson' left a great legacy.
Working in chaos at a desk strewn with papers, 'Dictionary Johnson' left a great legacy.
14:00 - The Archers
22/01/2025
Freddie faces an uncertain future.
Freddie faces an uncertain future.
14:15 - Drama on 4
Safe Space
Paula longs for laughs, love and adventure. Can she find them without leaving the house?
Paula longs for laughs, love and adventure. Can she find them without leaving the house?
15:00 - Ramblings
60-60-60 in the Southern Pentlands
Clare meets a listener marking her 60th birthday by walking 60 routes with 60 friends.
Clare meets a listener marking her 60th birthday by walking 60 routes with 60 friends.
15:27 - Radio 4 Appeal
The Prader-Willi Syndrome Association UK
Colette Love makes the Radio 4 Appeal for the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association UK.
Colette Love makes the Radio 4 Appeal for the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association UK.
15:30 - Word of Mouth
Jackie Kay on the Scots language
Jackie Kay has written a book in Scots and tells Michael about her love of the language.
Jackie Kay has written a book in Scots and tells Michael about her love of the language.
16:00 - Rethink
Rethink... museums
What are museums for?
What are museums for?
16:30 - BBC Inside Science
23/01/2025
A weekly programme looking at the science that's changing our world.
A weekly programme looking at the science that's changing our world.
17:00 - PM
23/01/2025
Afternoon news and current affairs programme
Afternoon news and current affairs programme
18:00 - Six O'Clock News
23/01/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
18:30 - POV
Pilot
A new sketch show that showcases the best online talent.
A new sketch show that showcases the best online talent.
19:00 - The Archers
23/01/2025
Josh attempts to stir the pot.
Josh attempts to stir the pot.
19:15 - Front Row
23/01/2025
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
20:00 - The Media Show
22/01/2025
Topical programme about the fast-changing media world
Topical programme about the fast-changing media world
21:00 - Loose Ends
Deacon Blue, Paul McKenna, Rachel Sermanni, Julie Wilson Nimmo, Jon Muq
Nihal Arthanayake and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music an ... More >>d comedy.
Nihal Arthanayake and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music an ... More >>d comedy.
21:45 - Strong Message Here
23/01/2025
Armando Iannucci and Helen Lewis decode the utterly baffling world of political language.
Armando Iannucci and Helen Lewis decode the utterly baffling world of political language.
22:00 - The World Tonight
23/01/2025
In-depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
In-depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
22:45 - Turtle Diary by Russell Hoban
Episode 9
9/10 Neaera visits the zoo to update George. An interesting exchange follows.
9/10 Neaera visits the zoo to update George. An interesting exchange follows.
23:00 - The Today Podcast
23/01/2025
Amol and Nick's take on the biggest stories of the week.
Amol and Nick's take on the biggest stories of the week.
23:30 - Today in Parliament
23/01/2025
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
00:00 - Midnight News
24/01/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
00:30 - The History Podcast
Shadow War: China and the West, Shadow War: 4. Who’s Listening?
The battle over who controls communications.
The battle over who controls communications.
00:48 - Shipping Forecast
24/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
01:00 - Selection of BBC World Service Programmes
24/01/2025
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
05:20 - Shipping Forecast
24/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
05:30 - News Briefing
24/01/2025
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
05:43 - Prayer for the Day
The Need for Compliments
A reading and a reflection to start the day on Radio 4, with Jonathan Rea.
A reading and a reflection to start the day on Radio 4, with Jonathan Rea.
05:45 - Farming Today
24/01/2025
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
06:00 - Today
24/01/2025
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
09:00 - Desert Island Discs
Harriet Wistrich, lawyer
Harriet Wistrich, lawyer, shares the soundtrack of her life with Lauren Laverne.
Harriet Wistrich, lawyer, shares the soundtrack of her life with Lauren Laverne.
10:00 - Woman's Hour
24/01/2025
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
11:00 - The Food Programme
24/01/2025
Investigating every aspect of the food we eat
Investigating every aspect of the food we eat
11:45 - The History Podcast
Shadow War: China and the West, Shadow War: 5. All That Glitters
How Britain and China launched a Golden Period.
How Britain and China launched a Golden Period.
12:00 - News Summary
24/01/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
12:04 - AntiSocial
24/01/2025
Adam Fleming helps you work out what the culture war arguments are really about.
Adam Fleming helps you work out what the culture war arguments are really about.
12:57 - Weather
24/01/2025
The latest weather forecast
The latest weather forecast
13:00 - World at One
24/01/2025
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
13:45 - Human Intelligence
Collectors: Charles Darwin
A life-long collector of curiosities, Darwin saw massive significance in tiny changes.
A life-long collector of curiosities, Darwin saw massive significance in tiny changes.
14:00 - The Archers
23/01/2025
Josh attempts to stir the pot.
Josh attempts to stir the pot.
14:15 - Limelight
Don't Listen to This, Episode 5
5/5 In a dangerous race to catch the killer, Cressida makes a shocking discovery.
5/5 In a dangerous race to catch the killer, Cressida makes a shocking discovery.
14:45 - Why Do We Do That?
Why do we gossip?
Join anthropologist Ella Al Shamahi as she delves into the origins of gossip.
Join anthropologist Ella Al Shamahi as she delves into the origins of gossip.
15:00 - Gardeners' Question Time
24/01/2025
Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.
Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.
15:45 - Short Works
Feathertongue by Anthony Shapland
An original short story by Anthony Shapland, read by Nathan Sussex.
An original short story by Anthony Shapland, read by Nathan Sussex.
16:00 - Last Word
24/01/2025
Weekly obituary programme telling the life stories of those who have died recently.
Weekly obituary programme telling the life stories of those who have died recently.
16:30 - Sideways
68. Bliss in Suffering
Matthew Syed ponders the possibility of experiencing bliss in the midst of suffering.
Matthew Syed ponders the possibility of experiencing bliss in the midst of suffering.
17:00 - PM
24/01/2025
Afternoon news and current affairs programme
Afternoon news and current affairs programme
18:00 - Six O'Clock News
24/01/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
18:30 - The News Quiz
Series 116, Episode 3
3/8 Topical panel quiz show, taking its questions from the week's news stories.
3/8 Topical panel quiz show, taking its questions from the week's news stories.
19:00 - The Archers
24/01/2025
Disaster strikes for Joy.
Disaster strikes for Joy.
19:15 - Screenshot
Mike Leigh
Ellen E Jones and Mark Kermode celebrate the cinema of Mike Leigh with the man himself.
Ellen E Jones and Mark Kermode celebrate the cinema of Mike Leigh with the man himself.
20:00 - Any Questions?
24/01/2025
Topical discussion posing questions to a panel of political and media personalities.
Topical discussion posing questions to a panel of political and media personalities.
20:50 - A Point of View
24/01/2025
Weekly reflections on topical issues from a range of contributors.
Weekly reflections on topical issues from a range of contributors.
21:00 - Free Thinking
Diaries and the day to day
Michael Crick, Irving Finkel and Sophie Coulombeau join Matthew Sweet.
Michael Crick, Irving Finkel and Sophie Coulombeau join Matthew Sweet.
22:00 - The World Tonight
24/01/2025
In-depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
In-depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
22:45 - Turtle Diary by Russell Hoban
Episode 10
10/10 William observes the comings and goings in the house and begins to worry about Miss Neap.
10/10 William observes the comings and goings in the house and begins to worry about Miss Neap.
23:00 - Americast
24/01/2025
Join the Americast team for insights from across the US.
Join the Americast team for insights from across the US.
23:30 - Today in Parliament
24/01/2025
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
00:00 - Midnight News
25/01/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
00:30 - The History Podcast
Shadow War: China and the West, Shadow War: 5. All That Glitters
How Britain and China launched a Golden Period.
How Britain and China launched a Golden Period.
00:48 - Shipping Forecast
25/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
01:00 - Selection of BBC World Service Programmes
25/01/2025
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
05:20 - Shipping Forecast
25/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
05:30 - News Briefing
25/01/2025
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
05:43 - Prayer for the Day
25/01/2025
A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Rabbi Julia Neuberger
A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Rabbi Julia Neuberger
05:45 - Why Do We Do That?
Why do we gossip?
Join anthropologist Ella Al Shamahi as she delves into the origins of gossip.
Join anthropologist Ella Al Shamahi as she delves into the origins of gossip.
06:00 - News and Papers
25/01/2025
The latest news headlines. Including the weather and a look at the papers.
The latest news headlines. Including the weather and a look at the papers.
06:07 - Ramblings
60-60-60 in the Southern Pentlands
Clare meets a listener marking her 60th birthday by walking 60 routes with 60 friends.
Clare meets a listener marking her 60th birthday by walking 60 routes with 60 friends.
06:30 - Farming Today
25/01/2025
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside
06:57 - Weather
25/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecast
The latest weather reports and forecast
07:00 - Today
25/01/2025
Including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
09:00 - Saturday Live
Nadiya Hussain, Dr Kate Hays, Tim Sullivan
Radio 4's Saturday morning show brings you extraordinary stories and remarkable people.
Radio 4's Saturday morning show brings you extraordinary stories and remarkable people.
10:00 - You're Dead to Me
Catherine de’ Medici: the real Serpent Queen of France
Join Greg and his guests in 16th-century France to learn about Catherine de’ Medici.
Join Greg and his guests in 16th-century France to learn about Catherine de’ Medici.
10:30 - What's Funny About ...
After Life
Ricky Gervais tells the inside story of his smash hit After Life.
Ricky Gervais tells the inside story of his smash hit After Life.
11:00 - The Week in Westminster
25/01/2025
Radio 4's weekly assessment of developments at Westminster
Radio 4's weekly assessment of developments at Westminster
11:30 - From Our Own Correspondent
25/01/2025
Insight, wit and analysis from BBC correspondents around the world
Insight, wit and analysis from BBC correspondents around the world
12:00 - News Summary
25/01/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
12:04 - Money Box
25/01/2025
Paul Lewis presents the latest news from the world of personal finance.
Paul Lewis presents the latest news from the world of personal finance.
12:30 - The News Quiz
Series 116, Episode 3
3/8 Topical panel quiz show, taking its questions from the week's news stories.
3/8 Topical panel quiz show, taking its questions from the week's news stories.
12:57 - Weather
25/01/2025
The latest weather forecast
The latest weather forecast
13:00 - News and Weather
25/01/2025
The latest national and international news and weather reports from BBC Radio 4
The latest national and international news and weather reports from BBC Radio 4
13:10 - Any Questions?
24/01/2025
Topical discussion posing questions to a panel of political and media personalities.
Topical discussion posing questions to a panel of political and media personalities.
14:00 - Any Answers?
25/01/2025
Call Any Answers? to have your say on the big issues in the news this week.
Call Any Answers? to have your say on the big issues in the news this week.
14:45 - The Archers
24/01/2025
Disaster strikes for Joy.
Disaster strikes for Joy.
15:00 - Drama on 4
The Plague
World radio premiere of Albert Camus’ classic novel of a town under plague and quarantine.
World radio premiere of Albert Camus’ classic novel of a town under plague and quarantine.
16:00 - Woman's Hour
25/01/2025
Highlights from the Woman's Hour week.
Highlights from the Woman's Hour week.
17:00 - PM
25/01/2025
Full coverage of the day's news.
Full coverage of the day's news.
17:30 - Political Thinking with Nick Robinson
25/01/2025
Nick Robinson talks to people who shape our political thinking about what shaped theirs.
Nick Robinson talks to people who shape our political thinking about what shaped theirs.
17:54 - Shipping Forecast
25/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
17:57 - Weather
25/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecast
The latest weather reports and forecast
18:00 - Six O'Clock News
25/01/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4
18:15 - Loose Ends
Susie McCabe, Michelle McManus, Peat and Diesel, Brooke Combe, Paul Malgrati
Clive Anderson, Michelle McManus and guests have their very own Burns ... More >>Supper.
Clive Anderson, Michelle McManus and guests have their very own Burns ... More >>Supper.
19:00 - Profile
25/01/2025
An insight into the character of an influential person making the news headlines
An insight into the character of an influential person making the news headlines
19:15 - This Cultural Life
23/01/2025
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music
20:00 - Archive on 4
A Brief History of Bureaucracy
Bureaucracy - what is it good for? And who is it good for?
Bureaucracy - what is it good for? And who is it good for?
21:00 - The Poetry Detective
Wedding Poems
Vanessa Kisuule investigates the best and worst of wedding poetry.
Vanessa Kisuule investigates the best and worst of wedding poetry.
21:30 - The Bottom Line
23/01/2025
Evan Davis hosts the business conversation show, with insight from the people at the top.
Evan Davis hosts the business conversation show, with insight from the people at the top.
22:00 - News
25/01/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4
22:15 - The Food Programme
24/01/2025
Investigating every aspect of the food we eat
Investigating every aspect of the food we eat
23:00 - What? Seriously??
4. Opera, Romance, and Nazis
Dara Ó Briain and Isy Suttie unravel a strange-but-true tale, with guest Georgia Toffolo
Dara Ó Briain and Isy Suttie unravel a strange-but-true tale, with guest Georgia Toffolo
23:30 - Counterpoint
Series 38, Heat 4, 2025
4/13 The general knowledge music quiz chaired by Paul Gambaccini.
4/13 The general knowledge music quiz chaired by Paul Gambaccini.
00:00 - Midnight News
26/01/2025
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
00:15 - Take Four Books
Paul Theroux
Paul Theroux talks about his latest short story collection and its three influences.
Paul Theroux talks about his latest short story collection and its three influences.
00:48 - Shipping Forecast
26/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
01:00 - Selection of BBC World Service Programmes
26/01/2025
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
05:20 - Shipping Forecast
26/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
05:30 - News Briefing
26/01/2025
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
05:43 - Bells on Sunday
St Mary’s Church in the village of Stoke by Nayland, Suffolk
Bells on Sunday comes from St Mary’s Church in the village of Stoke by Nayland, Suffol ... More >>k.
Bells on Sunday comes from St Mary’s Church in the village of Stoke by Nayland, Suffol ... More >>k.
05:45 - In Touch
21/01/2025
News, views and information for people who are blind or partially sighted.
News, views and information for people who are blind or partially sighted.
06:00 - News Summary
26/01/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4
06:05 - Thinking Allowed
Playgrounds
The social history of the playground.
The social history of the playground.
06:35 - On Your Farm
The Romance of Apples
Sarah Swadling visits a nursery producing around 1,000 varieties of fruit tree in Kent.
Sarah Swadling visits a nursery producing around 1,000 varieties of fruit tree in Kent.
06:57 - Weather
26/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecast
The latest weather reports and forecast
07:00 - News and Papers
26/01/2025
The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers.
The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers.
07:10 - Sunday
26/01/2025
A look at the ethical and religious issues of the week
A look at the ethical and religious issues of the week
07:54 - Radio 4 Appeal
Power for the People
Baroness Caroline Cox makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Power for the People.
Baroness Caroline Cox makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Power for the People.
07:57 - Weather
26/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecast
The latest weather reports and forecast
08:00 - News and Papers
26/01/2025
The latest news headlines. Including a look at the Sunday papers
The latest news headlines. Including a look at the Sunday papers
08:10 - Sunday Worship
'Final Solution'
Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg marks the 80th anniv. of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau.
Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg marks the 80th anniv. of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau.
08:48 - A Point of View
24/01/2025
Weekly reflections on topical issues from a range of contributors.
Weekly reflections on topical issues from a range of contributors.
08:58 - Tweet of the Day
Iolo Williams on the Golden Plover
For Springwatch presenter Iolo Williams seeing golden plover in Wales is a rarity today.
For Springwatch presenter Iolo Williams seeing golden plover in Wales is a rarity today.
09:00 - Broadcasting House
26/01/2025
The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell
The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell
10:00 - Desert Island Discs
Nick Cave, singer and writer
Nick Cave, singer and writer, shares the soundtrack of his life with Lauren Laverne.
Nick Cave, singer and writer, shares the soundtrack of his life with Lauren Laverne.
11:00 - The Archers Omnibus
26/01/2025
It’s a life changing day for one resident and disaster strikes for Joy.
It’s a life changing day for one resident and disaster strikes for Joy.
12:15 - Profile
25/01/2025
An insight into the character of an influential person making the news headlines
An insight into the character of an influential person making the news headlines
12:30 - Just a Minute
Series 94, 1. A red phone called Kevin
1/6 Sue Perkins returns for a brand new series of Just a Minute.
1/6 Sue Perkins returns for a brand new series of Just a Minute.
12:57 - Weather
26/01/2025
The latest weather forecast
The latest weather forecast
13:00 - The World This Weekend
26/01/2025
Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.
Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.
13:30 - The Documentary
Israel's Unwra ban
What will it mean for Palestinians if Israel bans Unwra, the UN agency that provides aid?
What will it mean for Palestinians if Israel bans Unwra, the UN agency that provides aid?
14:00 - Gardeners' Question Time
24/01/2025
Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.
Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.
14:45 - Opening Lines
The History of Mr Polly
Ian Sansom takes a look at The History of Mr Polly, the satirical novel by HG Wells.
Ian Sansom takes a look at The History of Mr Polly, the satirical novel by HG Wells.
15:00 - Drama on 4
The History of Mr Polly, Beginnings and the Bazaar
1/2 An unhappy shop-keeper discovers that it's never too late to change life for ... More >>the better.
1/2 An unhappy shop-keeper discovers that it's never too late to change life for ... More >>the better.
16:00 - Take Four Books
26/01/2025
Programme looking at new fiction and non-fiction books
Programme looking at new fiction and non-fiction books
16:30 - Counterpoint
Series 38, Heat 5, 2025
5/13 The wide ranging music quiz chaired by Paul Gambaccini
5/13 The wide ranging music quiz chaired by Paul Gambaccini
17:00 - Witness History
My dad created Dungeons & Dragons
In 1974, Gary Gygax created the fantasy roleplay game.
In 1974, Gary Gygax created the fantasy roleplay game.
17:10 - The Verb
Joelle Taylor, Anthony Joseph, Luke Wright, Accents
Ian McMillan is joined by Joelle Taylor, Anthony Joseph, Luke Wright and Rob Drummond.
Ian McMillan is joined by Joelle Taylor, Anthony Joseph, Luke Wright and Rob Drummond.
17:54 - Shipping Forecast
26/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
17:57 - Weather
26/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecast
The latest weather reports and forecast
18:00 - Six O'Clock News
26/01/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
18:15 - Pick of the Week
Derek 'Pluto' Murray
A selection of highlights from the past week on BBC radio
A selection of highlights from the past week on BBC radio
19:00 - The Archers
26/01/2025
Lynda steps into the spotlight.
Lynda steps into the spotlight.
19:15 - Illuminated
The Memory Catcher
Can taking a photograph keep hold of the person you love even when they have no memory?
Can taking a photograph keep hold of the person you love even when they have no memory?
19:45 - Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley
Take Vitamin D
How Vitamin D can boost your immune system and help your brain.
How Vitamin D can boost your immune system and help your brain.
20:00 - Word of Mouth
Jackie Kay on the Scots language
Jackie Kay has written a book in Scots and tells Michael about her love of the language.
Jackie Kay has written a book in Scots and tells Michael about her love of the language.
20:30 - Last Word
24/01/2025
Weekly obituary programme telling the life stories of those who have died recently.
Weekly obituary programme telling the life stories of those who have died recently.
21:00 - Money Box
25/01/2025
Paul Lewis presents the latest news from the world of personal finance.
Paul Lewis presents the latest news from the world of personal finance.
21:25 - Radio 4 Appeal
Power for the People
Baroness Caroline Cox makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Power for the People.
Baroness Caroline Cox makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Power for the People.
21:30 - From Our Own Correspondent
25/01/2025
Insight, wit and analysis from BBC correspondents around the world
Insight, wit and analysis from BBC correspondents around the world
22:00 - Westminster Hour
26/01/2025
Radio 4's Sunday night political discussion programme.
Radio 4's Sunday night political discussion programme.
23:00 - In Our Time
Socrates in Prison
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the inspiring last days of the great Athenian philosopher.
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the inspiring last days of the great Athenian philosopher.
23:45 - Short Works
Feathertongue by Anthony Shapland
An original short story by Anthony Shapland, read by Nathan Sussex.
An original short story by Anthony Shapland, read by Nathan Sussex.
00:00 - Midnight News
27/01/2025
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
00:15 - Crossing Continents
Death Marches: uncovering the truth beneath the soil
How a town in Poland – once in Germany - is discovering its troubling past.
How a town in Poland – once in Germany - is discovering its troubling past.
00:45 - Bells on Sunday
St Mary’s Church in the village of Stoke by Nayland, Suffolk
Bells on Sunday comes from St Mary’s Church in the village of Stoke by Nayland, Suffol ... More >>k.
Bells on Sunday comes from St Mary’s Church in the village of Stoke by Nayland, Suffol ... More >>k.
00:48 - Shipping Forecast
27/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
01:00 - Selection of BBC World Service Programmes
27/01/2025
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
05:20 - Shipping Forecast
27/01/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
05:30 - News Briefing
27/01/2025
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
The latest news from BBC Radio 4
05:43 - Prayer for the Day
27/01/2025
A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Rabbi Julia Neuberger
A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Rabbi Julia Neuberger
05:45 - Farming Today
27/01/2025
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside
05:57 - Weather
27/01/2025
Weather reports and forecasts for farmers
Weather reports and forecasts for farmers
06:00 - Today
27/01/2025
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
09:00 - Start the Week
Climate Crisis: truth, lies and compromise
Adam Rutherford with Mike Berners-Lee, Joe Murphy and Marianne Brown
Adam Rutherford with Mike Berners-Lee, Joe Murphy and Marianne Brown
09:45 - Café Hope
27/01/2025
Café Hope is our virtual Radio 4 coffee shop with Rachel Burden.
Café Hope is our virtual Radio 4 coffee shop with Rachel Burden.
10:00 - Woman's Hour
27/01/2025
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
11:00 - The Body Politic
Assisted dying
Sonia Sodha explores thorny ethical questions around the beginning and the end of life
Sonia Sodha explores thorny ethical questions around the beginning and the end of life
11:45 - The History Podcast
Shadow War: China and the West, Shadow War: 6. Under Pressure
How universities have come under pressure over free speech.
How universities have come under pressure over free speech.
12:00 - News Summary
27/01/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
12:04 - You and Yours
27/01/2025
News and discussion of consumer affairs
News and discussion of consumer affairs
12:57 - Weather
27/01/2025
The latest weather forecast
The latest weather forecast
13:00 - World at One
27/01/2025
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment.
13:45 - The Prophets of Profit
27/01/2025
Simon Jack reveals what many believe to be the most important idea in business today.
Simon Jack reveals what many believe to be the most important idea in business today.
14:00 - The Archers
26/01/2025
Lynda steps into the spotlight.
Lynda steps into the spotlight.
14:15 - A Charles Paris Mystery
Charles Paris: Situation Tragedy, Episode 1
1/4 Bill Nighy stars as as the loveably louche actor-cum-amateur sleuth, Charles Paris.
1/4 Bill Nighy stars as as the loveably louche actor-cum-amateur sleuth, Charles Paris.
14:45 - Marple: Three New Stories
The Unravelling by Natalie Haynes, The Unravelling (Part 1)
1/3 Agatha Christie's iconic detective is reimagined as death visits her ... More >> sleepy village.
1/3 Agatha Christie's iconic detective is reimagined as death visits her ... More >> sleepy village.
15:00 - Great Lives
Ellen E Jones nominates Florynce Kennedy
Film journalist Ellen E Jones nominates the flamboyant American activist Florynce Kennedy
Film journalist Ellen E Jones nominates the flamboyant American activist Florynce Kennedy
15:30 - History's Heroes
History's Youngest Heroes, History's Youngest Heroes: 8. Rani Lakshmi Bai: The Warrior Queen
A 22-year-old Indian woman takes on the British Empire ... More >>.
A 22-year-old Indian woman takes on the British Empire ... More >>.
16:00 - The Documentary
Songs of Auschwitz
A story of hope, music and survival from Auschwitz.
A story of hope, music and survival from Auschwitz.
16:30 - Natalie Haynes Stands Up for the Classics
Series 9, Martial
1/4 Epigrams, jokes and absolute filth, that's Martial. With Robin Ince and Llewelyn Morgan.
1/4 Epigrams, jokes and absolute filth, that's Martial. With Robin Ince and Llewelyn Morgan.
17:00 - PM
27/01/2025
Afternoon news and current affairs programme
Afternoon news and current affairs programme
18:00 - Six O'Clock News
27/01/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
18:30 - Just a Minute
Series 94, 2. Where they make cheese and milk out of butterflies
2/6 How hard can it be to talk for 60 seconds without hesitation, r ... More >>epetition or deviation?
2/6 How hard can it be to talk for 60 seconds without hesitation, r ... More >>epetition or deviation?
19:00 - The Archers
27/01/2025
The stage is set for a visitor.
The stage is set for a visitor.
19:15 - Front Row
27/01/2025
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music.
20:00 - Rethink
Rethink... museums
What are museums for?
What are museums for?
20:30 - BBC Inside Science
23/01/2025
A weekly programme looking at the science that's changing our world.
A weekly programme looking at the science that's changing our world.
21:00 - Start the Week
Climate Crisis: truth, lies and compromise
Adam Rutherford with Mike Berners-Lee, Joe Murphy and Marianne Brown
Adam Rutherford with Mike Berners-Lee, Joe Murphy and Marianne Brown
21:45 - Café Hope
27/01/2025
Café Hope is our virtual Radio 4 coffee shop with Rachel Burden.
Café Hope is our virtual Radio 4 coffee shop with Rachel Burden.
22:00 - The World Tonight
27/01/2025
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.
22:45 - Rye by Alex Preston
Episode One
1/5 By Alex Preston. Zeke Brown watches the spring rains turn Rye into an island again.
1/5 By Alex Preston. Zeke Brown watches the spring rains turn Rye into an island again.
23:00 - Limelight
Exemplar - Series 1, Exemplar - Episode 5
Jess re-evaluates childhood memories when the truth is revealed about her missing father.
Jess re-evaluates childhood memories when the truth is revealed about her missing father.
23:30 - Today in Parliament
27/01/2025
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
