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1989: Day by Day: 27th November 1989

2009-11-27T17:37:32Z

Margaret Thatcher defends her record on the BBC's Panorama.

The Film Programme: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T17:36:31Z

Ken Russell discusses his musical The Boyfriend; Andrea Arnold on Fish Tank and awards.

In Our Time: A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

2009-11-27T17:36:31Z

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss James Joyce's A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man.

Last Word: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T17:30:21Z

Matthew Bannister presents the obituary series.

A Very Scottish Homecoming: Robert Burns

2009-11-27T16:31:54Z

What is Burns' real legacy - his body of work or the social principles he celebrated?

Gardeners' Question Time: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T17:24:06Z

Eric Robson chairs. With Bob Flowerdew, Anne Swithinbank and Matt Gibbs.

Afternoon Play: Number 10: The Visigoths Are Coming...

2009-11-27T15:43:34Z

The Angolan Navy occupy the British territory of St Helena.

Feedback: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T14:34:29Z

Roger Bolton airs listeners' views on BBC radio programmes and policy.

World at One: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T14:13:47Z

National and international news.

You and Yours: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T17:09:54Z

Consumer news and issues with Winifred Robinson.

The Richest Man In Britain: Episode 4

2009-11-27T12:52:47Z

Trillionnaire rocker Dave Mabbutt contemplates the purchase of an African village.

Lives in a Landscape: Series 5: The Maryfield Writers

2009-11-27T12:29:30Z

Alan Dein talks to former RUC officers in Northern Ireland who have taken up writing.

Woman's Hour: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T11:39:44Z

With Jenni Murray. Including drama: Our Mutual Friend.

Book of the Week: Family Britain: A Pretty Mess

2009-11-27T10:52:36Z

An increasingly affluent and confident Britain is rocked by the Suez crisis.

Food and Farming Awards

2009-11-27T17:15:09Z

A special 10th anniversary edition of The BBC Food and Farming Awards.

Today: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T09:33:22Z

Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day; Yesterday in Parliament.

Farming Today: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T06:55:47Z

Sustainable agriculture is better for the environment, but will it feed the world?

News Briefing: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T06:13:54Z

News from BBC Radio 4.

Prayer for the Day: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T06:13:59Z

Daily prayer and reflection with Rev Peter Baker.

Shipping Forecast: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T06:14:09Z

The latest shipping forecast.

Front Row: 20/11/2009

2009-11-27T03:02:21Z

Richard Linklater on his new film and Christopher Frayling reviews School of Saatchi.

A Point of View: 20/11/2009

2009-11-27T03:02:18Z

Clive James reflects on the revelation of the identity of Belle de Jour.

Six O'Clock News: 20/11/2009

2009-11-27T03:00:07Z

National and international news from BBC Radio 4.

Midweek: 25/11/2009

2009-11-27T03:01:20Z

Lively and diverse conversation with Libby Purves and guests including actor Tom Conti.

Ballylenon: Series 7: Episode 1

2009-11-27T03:01:25Z

When Muriel sees a 'miraculous apparition', Phonsie is quick to seize on its potential.

Any Questions?: 20/11/2009

2009-11-27T03:01:20Z

Jonathan Dimbleby chairs the topical debate from Rickmansworth in Hertfordshire.

The Media Show: 25/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:57:53Z

BBC Worldwide; after Oprah; regional news.

Americana: 22/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:57:51Z

Matt Frei talks to National Public Radio's senior news analyst Cokie Roberts.

iPM: 21/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:58:02Z

The weekly interactive current affairs magazine featuring online conversation and debate.

The World Tonight: 25/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:57:57Z

National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig.

Six O'Clock News: 22/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:50:37Z

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.

You and Yours: 25/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:50:43Z

Consumer news and issues with Winifred Robinson.

Excess Baggage: 21/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:50:36Z

John McCarthy looks at the human rights aspect of travel and music tourism in the USA.

Saturday Live: 21/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:50:38Z

Fi Glover is joined by the actor Robert Lindsay. With poetry from Kate Fox.

From Our Own Correspondent: 21/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:50:41Z

Kate Adie introduces stories from Afghanistan, Israel, Poland and Indonesia.

Saturday Review: 21/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:50:32Z

Tom Sutcliffe and guests discuss the week's cultural highlights.

Thinking Allowed: 25/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:48:30Z

Will UK party politics be transformed by new media and digital technology?

Open Country: The Hanbury Crater

2009-11-27T02:47:13Z

Helen Mark and Time Team's Mick Aston investigate the story of the Hanbury Crater.

The Living World: Dartford Warbler

2009-11-27T02:48:16Z

Lionel Kelleway visits the Arne RSPB reserve in Dorset to see the rare Dartford warbler.

Start the Week: 23/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:45:17Z

Andrew Marr with Tariq Ramadan, Sir Mark Walport, Kate Bush and Jonathan Phillips.

Radio 4 Appeal: Children in Need

2009-11-27T02:44:56Z

Terry Wogan appeals on behalf of Children in Need.

Open Book: 22/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:45:07Z

Writer James Meek offers a beginner's guide to Tolstoy.

The World Tonight: 26/11/2009

2009-11-27T06:21:20Z

National and international news and analysis with Ritula Shah.

You and Yours: 23/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:45:11Z

Consumer news and issues with Julian Worricker.

All in the Mind: 24/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:45:13Z

Claudia Hammond hears the latest debate on the psychology behind adoption.

File on 4: 24/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:43:48Z

Gerry Northam examines the problems being posed by the shortage of organs for transplants.

Front Row: 23/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:45:07Z

Arts news and reviews with Mark Lawson, including an interview with writer Dave Eggers.

Document: 23/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:43:56Z

Mike Thomson investigates Britain's role during the 1970 coup in oil-rich Oman.

Front Row: 24/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:43:57Z

James Earl Jones on Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and playing Darth Vadar.

Frontiers: Dark Matter

2009-11-27T02:43:47Z

Sue Nelson joins scientists down a mine on their search for the elusive dark matter.

In Business: Unlimited Company

2009-11-27T06:21:45Z

Peter Day hears from people who are taking a different approach to running companies.

Six O'Clock News: 23/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:43:53Z

National and international news from BBC Radio 4.

Money Box: 21/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:40:27Z

Paul Lewis with the latest news from the world of personal finance.

The World Tonight: 24/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:40:28Z

Iraq's chief election official warns that the January 2010 elections will not happen.

Six O'Clock News: 21/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:40:24Z

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.

The World Tonight: 23/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:38:15Z

National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig.

You and Yours: 26/11/2009

2009-11-27T03:40:54Z

Consumer news and issues with Winifred Robinson.

Crossing Continents: A Small Town in Mississippi

2009-11-27T02:40:30Z

Investigating the sixth trial of a black man over the murder of four people in Mississippi

In Touch: 24/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:36:11Z

Naj Fraser, a partially sighted physiotherapist, living in Cockermouth tells her story.

Material World: 26/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:36:11Z

The scientific impact of 'Climategate'; deep Ocean survey; drilling earthquake zones.

Front Row: 25/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:32:50Z

John Wilson debates arts policy with Ben Bradshaw and his opposition counterparts.

Six O'Clock News: 26/11/2009

2009-11-27T05:24:41Z

National and international news from BBC Radio 4.

You and Yours: 24/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:32:56Z

Consumer news and issues with Julian Worricker.

Front Row: 26/11/2009

2009-11-27T05:24:42Z

Four of the women playing the Queen in a new TV series discuss the role with John Wilson.

Home Planet: 24/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:32:57Z

Richard Daniel and the team look at how the osprey has an amazing ability to spot prey.

The Report: 26/11/2009

2009-11-27T05:24:40Z

Simon Cox looks into statistics which indicate a rise in hate crime.

Six O'Clock News: 25/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:32:55Z

National and international news from BBC Radio 4.

Leading Edge: 26/11/2009

2009-11-27T05:24:46Z

Geoff Watts looks back on the 150 years since Darwin's Origin of Species was published.

Money Box Live: 25/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:32:50Z

Vincent Duggleby and a panel of answer calls on renting and letting.

Six O'Clock News: 24/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:30:52Z

National and international news from BBC Radio 4.

The World Tonight: 20/11/2009

2009-11-27T02:57:56Z

Felicity Evans asks if the deluge that hit Cumbria was a 'one in a thousand years' event.

Shipping Forecast: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T01:58:23Z

The latest shipping forecast.

Midnight News: 27/11/2009

2009-11-27T03:16:46Z

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.

Today in Parliament: 26/11/2009

2009-11-27T00:57:13Z

News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with Sean Curran.

Bespoken Word: 26/11/2009

2009-11-27T00:18:01Z

Special edition of Radio 4's performance poetry show from Cardiff University.

Book at Bedtime: Notwithstanding: Stories from an English Village: Rabbit

2009-11-26T23:36:00Z

The major, his wife and Leafy Barkwell have a heartbreaking encounter on an evening walk.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 14

2009-11-26T20:33:44Z

Lizzie Hexam and Bella Wilfer meet at last, at a funeral in a country churchyard.

The Archers: 26/11/2009

2009-11-26T19:57:47Z

Helen's insecurities come to the fore.

Bleak Expectations: Series 3: An Evil Life Sort of Explained

2009-11-26T19:40:48Z

Pip Bin, Harry Biscuit and Gently Benevolent are trapped in the vast emptiness of space.

PM: 26/11/2009

2009-11-26T18:41:34Z

Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair.

1989: Day by Day: 26th November 1989

2009-11-26T18:09:03Z

Czechoslovakia's prime minister has his first meeting with leading dissident Vaclav Havel.

A Very Scottish Homecoming: Ancestry

2009-11-26T16:40:06Z

Aasmah Mir talks to descendents of Scots who are returning to explore their roots.

Afternoon Reading: An Important Passenger: Death By Elocution

2009-11-26T16:15:58Z

By Malcolm Pryce. A strangely familiar collection of characters take a train journey.

Afternoon Play: Far North

2009-11-26T15:32:22Z

By Louis Nowra. A boy and his young mother take to the road across Australia.

Off the Page: Last Orders

2009-11-26T14:50:36Z

With increasing numbers of British pubs closing, Dominic Arkwright considers their demise.

World at One: 26/11/2009

2009-11-26T14:43:06Z

National and international news with Shaun Ley.

It Was A Dark and Stormy Night

2009-11-26T12:48:34Z

Ian Peacock reveals the dark and gothic life of Victorian writer Edward Bulwer-Lytton.

Woman's Hour: 26/11/2009

2009-11-26T13:08:50Z

With Jane Garvey. Including Kate Humble on her new role as president of the RSPB.

Book of the Week: Family Britain: Brisk Buying and Selling

2009-11-26T11:29:50Z

A new era of affluence is fuelled by an advertising boom and the arrival of commercial TV.

Today: 26/11/2009

2009-11-26T09:46:35Z

Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day; Yesterday in Parliament.

Farming Today: 26/11/2009

2009-11-26T06:48:54Z

News and issues in rural Britain with Charlotte Smith.

News Briefing: 26/11/2009

2009-11-26T06:24:07Z

News from BBC Radio 4.

Shipping Forecast: 26/11/2009

2009-11-26T06:24:06Z

The latest shipping forecast.

Prayer for the Day: 26/11/2009

2009-11-26T06:24:11Z

Daily prayer and reflection with Rev Peter Baker.

Midnight News: 26/11/2009

2009-11-26T01:48:20Z

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.

Shipping Forecast: 26/11/2009

2009-11-26T04:24:44Z

The latest shipping forecast.

Today in Parliament: 25/11/2009

2009-11-26T01:04:12Z

News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with David Wilby.

All Bar Luke: Series 3: The Date

2009-11-26T00:17:03Z

Luke tries to move on from Hayley by going on a dinner date with an older woman.

The Ladies: Episode 2

2009-11-25T23:56:01Z

An unattended bag causes confusion, and Lisa tries to deal with her pushy mother.

Book at Bedtime: Notwithstanding: Stories from an English Village: The Happy Death of the General

2009-11-25T23:51:56Z

There is one thing the General has forgotten for his shopping trip into town.

The Eureka Years: Series 4: 1893 - The Internal Combustion Engine

2009-11-25T22:16:39Z

The internal combustion engine, hailed as the answer to pollution in London, is born.

The Cases That Changed Our World: Episode 4

2009-11-25T21:38:19Z

Clive Coleman revisits Donohue vs Stevenson, better known as The Case of the Paisley Snail

Moral Maze: 25/11/2009

2009-11-25T21:09:26Z

With Michael Portillo, Matthew Taylor, Melanie Phillips and Clifford Longley.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 13

2009-11-25T21:49:38Z

Silas Wegg is determined to find a copy of old Harmon's will.

The Archers: 25/11/2009

2009-11-25T19:51:50Z

Lynda has some lessons in parenting.

Laura Solon: Talking and Not Talking: Series 3: Episode 2

2009-11-25T19:43:40Z

Featuring Gwyneth the call-centre girl, Sandrine the radio host and Olga the ex-tyrant.

PM: 25/11/2009

2009-11-25T18:38:43Z

Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Carolyn Quinn.

1989: Day by Day: 25th November 1989

2009-11-25T18:02:50Z

In Czechoslovakia, demonstrators keep up the pressure for free elections.

A Very Scottish Homecoming: Great Minds

2009-11-25T18:02:41Z

Aasmah Mir finds out if Scotland still has the spirit of invention.

Afternoon Reading: An Important Passenger: The Plymouth Express

2009-11-25T16:40:59Z

By Agatha Christie. Hercule Poirot investigates when a woman is murdered on a train.

Afternoon Play: Flaw in the Motor, Dust in the Blood

2009-11-25T15:38:41Z

Psychological drama by Trevor Preston. Thomas' dreams are like thriller plots.

World at One: 25/11/2009

2009-11-25T14:09:59Z

National and international news with Shaun Ley.

The Herschel Space Telescope: Episode 2

2009-11-25T13:26:33Z

The telescope is blasted into space; can it bring discovery for the waiting astronomers?

Woman's Hour: 25/11/2009

2009-11-26T14:57:50Z

With Jenni Murray. Including Zadie Smith on her new collection of essays.

Book of the Week: Family Britain: God Save Our Queen

2009-11-25T10:54:44Z

While Britain is spellbound by the Coronation, another royal soap opera is about to unfold

Today: 25/11/2009

2009-11-25T09:53:09Z

Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day; Yesterday in Parliament.

Farming Today: 25/11/2009

2009-11-25T06:56:39Z

British cheesemakers say the industry is being undermined by mislabelled imported cheese.

Shipping Forecast: 25/11/2009

2009-11-25T06:15:03Z

The latest shipping forecast.

Prayer for the Day: 25/11/2009

2009-11-25T06:15:05Z

Daily prayer and reflection with Rev Peter Baker.

News Briefing: 25/11/2009

2009-11-25T06:13:18Z

News from BBC Radio 4.

Shipping Forecast: 25/11/2009

2009-11-25T01:48:10Z

The latest shipping forecast.

Midnight News: 25/11/2009

2009-11-25T03:36:23Z

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.

Today in Parliament: 24/11/2009

2009-11-25T01:12:22Z

News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with Susan Hulme.

Vent: Series 3: Episode 1

2009-11-25T00:20:38Z

Ben makes the ambulance journey home to begin life in a wheelchair.

The Million Pound Radio Show: Series 4: Episode 2

2009-11-24T23:53:21Z

A surprise appearance from Dan Quayle, and Snow White meets new dwarf Stroppy.

Book at Bedtime: Notwithstanding: Stories from an English Village: The Auspicious Meeting

2009-11-24T23:53:16Z

An auspicious meeting in a country lane brings together two keen but lonely musicians.

The Archers: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T21:31:00Z

Ian gets an exercise in diplomacy.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 12

2009-11-24T20:34:24Z

Rogue Riderhood comes face to face with fate on a dark Thames night.

Jo Caulfield Won't Shut Up!: Episode 3

2009-11-24T19:36:38Z

Jo Caulfiled fails to shut up about Scotland, Scotsmen and a little tea shop in Dundee.

PM: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T18:40:27Z

Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair.

1989: Day by Day: 24th November 1989

2009-11-24T17:41:39Z

The Czech leadership are forced to resign.

A Good Read: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T17:41:20Z

Sue MacGregor talks to Kate Clanchy and Michael Dixon about their favourite books.

Word of Mouth: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T17:16:00Z

Michael Rosen investigates coded language.

A Very Scottish Homecoming: Golf

2009-11-24T16:50:27Z

Aasmah Mir visits the Open golf championship at Turnberry.

Afternoon Reading: An Important Passenger: Miss Pearman Takes the Train

2009-11-24T16:24:32Z

By Christobel Kent. A spinster observes her fellow passengers on a journey to Paris.

Nightingale of the Nile

2009-11-24T17:14:20Z

Justin Adams on the Egyptian singer who dominated Middle Eastern culture and politics.

Afternoon Play: Cobwebs

2009-11-24T16:06:52Z

By David Hodgson. Greg's peace of mind is destroyed when his house is broken into.

World at One: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T17:14:16Z

National and international news with Shaun Ley.

Fallout from the Shore

2009-11-24T13:03:26Z

Libby Purves on how the film On the Beach brought dystopia to Hollywood.

1989: Restitching the City

2009-11-24T12:45:01Z

Rosie Goldsmith looks at how the infrastructure of Berlin was reunited after the Wall fell

Woman's Hour: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T11:59:16Z

With Jane Garvey. Including chores for children, and dinner parties - are they in decline?

Book of the Week: Family Britain: Family Favourites

2009-11-24T14:44:58Z

The core values of family and society begin to fray at the edges.

Pilots That Never Flew: Comedy Performers

2009-11-24T10:21:13Z

Paul talks to comedy performers Alistair McGowan, Bea Holland and Samantha Sanns.

The Choice: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T10:17:00Z

Cathy O'Dowd on the choice she had to make when she saw a dying climber on Everest.

Today: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T11:57:47Z

Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day; Yesterday in Parliament.

Farming Today: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T07:17:17Z

Anna Hill hears how farmers in Cumbria saw their livestock washed away in the floods.

Shipping Forecast: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T06:15:32Z

The latest shipping forecast.

News Briefing: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T06:10:24Z

News from BBC Radio 4.

Prayer for the Day: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T06:10:28Z

Daily prayer and reflection with Rev Peter Baker.

Shipping Forecast: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T01:55:16Z

The latest shipping forecast.

Midnight News: 24/11/2009

2009-11-24T01:44:44Z

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.

Today in Parliament: 23/11/2009

2009-11-24T01:57:21Z

News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with Sean Curran.

Book at Bedtime: Notwithstanding: Stories from an English Village: Mrs Griffiths and the Carol Singers

2009-11-24T00:09:30Z

Louis de Bernieres' book of linked stories about a fictional Surrey village.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 11

2009-11-23T20:57:10Z

Bella visits her parents and tries her hand at cooking, with mixed results.

The Archers: 23/11/2009

2009-11-23T19:51:49Z

Lilian's patience is tested to the limit.

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue: Series 52: Episode 2

2009-11-24T15:05:58Z

Jack Dee chairs. Barry Cryer, Graeme Garden and Tim Brooke-Taylor are joined by Rob Brydon

PM: 23/11/2009

2009-11-23T18:49:47Z

Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair.

Debating Animals: Episode 2

2009-11-23T18:10:35Z

Rod Liddle considers the cat and the dog.

1989: Day by Day: 23rd November 1989

2009-11-23T18:09:20Z

The Conservative Party is facing a leadership challenge.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 5

2009-11-27T10:07:33Z

There is a rumour on the river that Gaffer Hexam might have had a hand in Harmon's death.

A Very Scottish Homecoming: Whisky

2009-11-23T16:40:25Z

Is whisky still as popular among Scots as it is vital to the economy?

Afternoon Play: Girl from Mars

2009-11-23T15:45:02Z

By Lucy Caldwell. A family tries to come to terms with the loss of a daughter and sister.

Brain of Britain: 23/11/2009

2009-11-24T15:04:51Z

Russell Davies chairs the seventh heat of the perennial general knowledge contest.

World at One: 23/11/2009

2009-11-24T01:55:22Z

National and international news with Shaun Ley.

Tickets Please: Episode 2

2009-11-23T12:40:59Z

A member of a wedding party joins in the emotional melee aboard the 9.27 to Exeter.

1989: The '89 Generation

2009-11-23T12:26:55Z

Leading British politicians tell Anne McElvoy how the 1989 revolutions have shaped them.

Woman's Hour: 23/11/2009

2009-11-23T12:19:04Z

Jane Garvey looks at The Iraq War Inquiry; Margot Fonteyn; birth registration and bras.

Afternoon Reading: Sputnik: Doors

2009-11-23T12:08:24Z

By Andrew Smith. Ron Paget's automated garage door has gone berserk.

Book of the Week: Family Britain: All Madly Educative

2009-11-23T10:46:53Z

The Festival of Britain heralds the beginning of the end of austerity.

Today: 23/11/2009

2009-11-24T11:46:33Z

Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.

Shipping Forecast: 23/11/2009

2009-11-23T06:55:03Z

The latest shipping forecast.

Prayer for the Day: 23/11/2009

2009-11-23T06:56:04Z

Daily prayer and reflection with Rev Peter Baker.

News Briefing: 23/11/2009

2009-11-23T06:53:00Z

News from BBC Radio 4.

Farming Today: 23/11/2009

2009-11-23T06:52:50Z

Anna Hill investigates the first commercially available 100 per cent British loaf.

Westminster Hour: 22/11/2009

2009-11-23T06:48:53Z

Reports from behind the scenes at Westminster.

Shipping Forecast: 23/11/2009

2009-11-23T06:48:59Z

The latest shipping forecast.

1989: Day by Day Omnibus: Week ending 21st November 1989

2009-11-23T06:48:56Z

Bulgaria witnesses its biggest demonstrations in 40 years; Lebanon's president is killed.

Midnight News: 23/11/2009

2009-11-23T06:48:28Z

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.

The Archers: 22/11/2009

2009-11-22T20:47:57Z

The old traditions are the best for Phil.

Pick of the Week: 22/11/2009

2009-11-22T19:51:04Z

Clive Coleman introduces his selection of highlights from the past week on BBC radio.

Adventures in Poetry: Series 10: Mending Wall

2009-11-24T15:04:32Z

Robert Frost's Mending Wall gave us the epigram 'good fences make good neighbours'.

1989: Day by Day: 22nd November 1989

2009-11-22T17:37:46Z

In Prague, tens of thousands continue their protest for the sixth day in Wenceslas Square.

Classic Serial: Fair Stood The Wind For France: Episode 2

2009-11-24T15:04:40Z

John Franklin, a wounded British airman, is finally fit and plans his escape from France.

Brother Mine: Sibling Rivalry

2009-11-22T15:39:47Z

From the Bible to modern times, sibling rivalry has always been present in society.

What Became of the Bank Manager?

2009-11-22T14:40:02Z

Clive Anderson investigates the demise of the traditional bank manager.

The World This Weekend: 22/11/2009

2009-11-22T14:16:12Z

A look at events around the world with Edward Stourton.

Food Programme: 30th Anniversary: Business

2009-11-27T02:42:47Z

As pioneering businesses grow, can they maintain their original ideals?

Desert Island Discs: Sir Stuart Rose

2009-11-23T11:41:09Z

Kirsty Young's castaway is Sir Stuart Rose, executive chairman of Marks and Spencer.

The Archers Omnibus: 22/11/2009

2009-11-22T11:58:21Z

The week's events in Ambridge.

Broadcasting House: 22/11/2009

2009-11-22T10:41:46Z

News and conversation about the big stories of the week with Paddy O'Connell.

Sunday Worship: 22/11/2009

2009-11-22T09:40:19Z

A service from St Andrew's Church in Balligan, County Down, led by Canon John Bowley.

Sunday: 22/11/2009

2009-11-22T08:47:29Z

Roger Bolton discusses the religious and ethical news of the week.

Something Understood: An Opinion of Dignity

2009-11-22T07:20:21Z

Mark Tully explores the meaning of dignity.

News Briefing: 22/11/2009

2009-11-22T06:20:58Z

News from BBC Radio 4.

Bells on Sunday: 22/11/2009

2009-11-22T06:19:00Z

The sound of bells from St Mary's Church in Lymm, Cheshire.

Shipping Forecast: 22/11/2009

2009-11-22T06:20:58Z

The latest shipping forecast.

Shipping Forecast: 22/11/2009

2009-11-22T01:42:36Z

The latest shipping forecast.

Original Shorts: Series 3: Sarah

2009-11-22T01:37:57Z

Gemma Jones' story of an impoverished 1880s farm girl who lives a surprising fantasy life.

Midnight News: 22/11/2009

2009-11-22T01:38:01Z

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.

Archive on 4: Politics Between the Covers

2009-11-21T21:40:44Z

Delving into the seamier side of politics to consider the line where fact meets fiction.

From Fact to Fiction: Series 7: Jam Today?

2009-11-21T20:08:58Z

Writer DJ Britton creates a fictional response to the week's news.

Loose Ends: 21/11/2009

2009-11-21T19:47:13Z

Peter Curran is joined by Alison Steadman, Meera Syal and Raymond Blanc.

PM: Saturday PM

2009-11-21T18:14:26Z

Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Glen Campbell, plus sports headlines.

1989: Day by Day: 21st November 1989

2009-11-21T17:37:58Z

MPs relish their day in the limelight as TV cameras are permitted in the House of Commons.

Woman's Hour: Weekend Woman's Hour

2009-11-21T17:38:10Z

Vampires and their allure; the on-line mums putting politicians through their paces.

Saturday Play: The Great Tennessee Monkey Trial

2009-11-21T16:18:20Z

By Peter Goodchild. In 1925, one of the most unusual trials in US legal history took place

Any Answers?: 21/11/2009

2009-11-21T15:26:13Z

Jonathan Dimbleby takes listeners' responses to this week's Any Questions?

News: 21/11/2009

2009-11-21T14:03:28Z

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.

Week in Westminster: 21/11/2009

2009-11-21T12:23:11Z

Jackie Ashley looks at the Queen's Speech, EU presidency and help for independent MPs

Payola, The Pluggers and the Father of Rock and Roll

2009-11-21T11:45:17Z

Nick Barraclough tells the story of US DJ Alan Freed, the Pluggers and the Payola scandal.

Today: 21/11/2009

2009-11-24T11:42:01Z

Including Sports Desk, Weather, Thought for the Day; Yesterday in Parliament.

Farming Today: 21/11/2009

2009-11-21T07:43:51Z

Anna Hill hears about a resurgence in rural craft skills.

Shipping Forecast: 21/11/2009

2009-11-21T06:28:41Z

The latest shipping forecast.

News Briefing: 21/11/2009

2009-11-21T06:24:38Z

The latest news from BBC Radio 4.

Prayer for the Day: 21/11/2009

2009-11-21T06:17:38Z

Daily prayer and reflection with Rev Peter Baker.

Shipping Forecast: 21/11/2009

2009-11-21T03:48:54Z

The latest shipping forecast.

Midnight News: 21/11/2009

2009-11-21T01:53:28Z

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.

Today in Parliament: 20/11/2009

2009-11-21T01:53:21Z

News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with Mark D'Arcy.

Book at Bedtime: The Glass Room: Episode 10

2009-11-21T01:42:11Z

Thirty years on, Liesel has one more chance to experience the Glass Room.

Friday Play: Vent

2009-11-20T23:10:43Z

By Nigel Smith. Ben has survived a crippling brain lesion but won't engage with the world.

The Archers: 20/11/2009

2009-11-20T21:08:32Z

Lynda and Robert get an infant houseguest.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 10

2009-11-20T21:00:17Z

Bradley Headstone has a very clear picture of his future and enlists Charlie Hexam's help.

The News Quiz: Series 69: Episode 9

2009-11-20T20:33:28Z

Sandi Toksvig chairs. With Jeremy Hardy, Francis Wheen, Carrie Quinlan and Sue Perkins.

PM: 20/11/2009

2009-11-20T19:39:15Z

Coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 6

2009-11-20T01:07:38Z

Bella Wilfer, whose life has become decidedly more comfortable, confides in her father.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 7

2009-11-20T01:05:27Z

A new life for Lizzie Hexam, a new mentor for Charlie, and new complications.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 8

2009-11-20T01:05:20Z

Wegg comes to an agreement with Venus, as Bradley tries to do likewise with Eugene.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 9

2009-11-20T01:54:54Z

John Rokesmith sets about straightening his very untidy life.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 4

2009-11-26T10:09:04Z

Silas Wegg, a literary man with a wooden leg, finds employment with the Golden Dustman.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 3

2009-11-25T10:08:12Z

With young John Harmon presumed drowned, the Boffins have inherited old Harmon's fortune.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 2

2009-11-24T10:07:22Z

How old John Harmon made his money out of rubbish, and the will he left to spite his son.

Woman's Hour Drama: Our Mutual Friend: Episode 1

2009-11-23T10:06:48Z

Tied to father and daughter's boat on the Thames, a lifeless shape bobs in the water.

A River Runs Through It: Episode 3

2009-10-27T19:17:39Z

Edward Stourton reaches the end of his journey as the Jordan flows into the Dead Sea.

A River Runs Through It: Episode 2

2009-10-27T19:17:36Z

The River Jordan has long been at the centre of conflicts, but are things changing?

A River Runs Through It: Episode 1

2009-10-27T19:17:34Z

Edward Stourton's journey starts on the melting snows of Mount Hermon, the Jordan's source