FM Schedule
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Early
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00:00
Midnight News—29/05/2011
The latest national and international news from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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00:30
Afternoon Reading—Johnson's Miscellany, Episode 3
3/3 Samuel Johnson's Preface to the Plays of William Shakespeare. (R)
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00:48
Shipping Forecast—29/05/2011
The latest shipping forecast.
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01:00
Selection of Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Programmes—29/05/2011
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 joins the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service.
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05:20
Shipping Forecast—29/05/2011
The latest shipping forecast.
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05:30
News Briefing—29/05/2011
News from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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05:43
Bells on Sunday—29/05/2011
The bells of Worcester Cathedral.
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05:45
Four Thought—Series 2, Philip Cowley: Politicians and Pogo Sticks
Philip Cowley says today's politicians compare favourably to those of the past.
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Morning
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06:00
News Headlines—29/05/2011
The latest national and international news.
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06:05
Something Understood—On the Edge
Mark Tully considers those on the edge - who don't belong - and the insights they bring.
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06:35
On Your Farm—29/05/2011
Primping and preening a prizewinning bull.
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06:57
Weather—29/05/2011
The latest weather forecast.
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07:00
News and Papers—29/05/2011
The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers.
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07:10
Sunday—29/05/2011
Edward Stourton with the religious and ethical news of the week.
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07:55
Radio 4 Appeal—Excellent
John Humphrys presents the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of the charity Excellent.
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07:57
Weather—29/05/2011
The latest weather forecast.
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08:00
News and Papers—29/05/2011
The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers.
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08:10
Sunday Worship—"A warmed heart and an engaged mind"
From St Johns Methodist Church, Llandudno. Preacher: The Rev Dr Stephen Wigley.
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08:50
David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 2, Quetzalcoatlus
Sir David marvels over the Quetzalcoatlus: the largest flying animal ever to exist.
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09:00
Broadcasting House—29/05/2011
News, views and discussion ... with a difference.
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10:00
The Archers Omnibus—29/05/2011
Elizabeth refuses to be placated while Jazzer's keen to develop international relations.
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11:15
Desert Island Discs—Roger Waters
Pink Floyd musician Roger Waters joins Kirsty Young to choose his Desert Island Discs.
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Afternoon
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12:00
Just a Minute—Series 60, Episode 2
2/6 Returning series of the ever-popular panel show hosted by Nicholas Parsons.
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12:32
The Food Programme—The Real Food Debate
Sheila Dillon investigates whether the Great British food renaissance is over.
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12:57
Weather—29/05/2011
The latest weather forecast.
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13:00
The World This Weekend—29/05/2011
In-depth reporting of national and international events.
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13:30
FIFA: Football, Power and Politics
David Goldblatt tells the turbulent story of FIFA, international football's governing body
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14:00
Gardeners' Question Time—Postbag edition
A postbag edition from Sparsholt College, Hampshire, chaired by Peter Gibbs.
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14:45
15 by 15—Series 1, Stroke
5/5 Hardeep Singh Kohli takes the word 'stroke' and sees where it leads him.
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15:00
Classic Serial—Plantagenet: Series 2, Edward I - Old Soldiers
1/3 By Mike Walker. Philip Jackson as Edward I. An old soldier finds new love.
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16:00
Open Book—29/05/2011
Mariella Frostrup celebrates a renaissance in historical fiction writing.
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16:30
Poetry Please—29/05/2011
Roger McGough presents a weekly selection of favourite poetry requested by listeners.
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17:00
Islam Inc
Edward Stourton investigates the new global network known as the Gulen movement.
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17:40
From Fact to Fiction—Series 10, Superinjunctions
5/8 Writer and comedian David Baddiel responds to the issue of super-injunctions.
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17:54
Shipping Forecast—29/05/2011
The latest shipping forecast.
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17:57
Weather—29/05/2011
The latest weather forecast.
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Evening
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18:00
Six O'Clock News—29/05/2011
The latest national and international news from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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18:15
Pick of the Week—29/05/2011
John Waite makes his selection from the week's radio.
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19:00
The Archers—29/05/2011
Shula reflects on the situation.
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19:15
Americana—29/05/2011
Americana asks why English culture isn't widely celebrated across the United States.
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19:45
Afternoon Reading—A Glimpse of Stocking, The Hostess With the Mostest
2/3 By Laura Marney. Bus hostess Jill strives to win the monthly customer satisfaction bonus. (R)
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20:00
Feedback—27/05/2011
Was Moral Maze more bullying than serious debate?
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20:30
Last Word—Mala Sen, Willard Boyle, Lloyd Knibb, and the 7th Earl of Onslow
Matthew Bannister on Mala Sen, Willard Boyle, Lloyd Knibb, and the 7th Earl of Onslow.
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21:00
Money Box—28/05/2011
Paul Lewis with the latest news from the world of personal finance.
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21:26
Radio 4 Appeal—Excellent
John Humphrys presents the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of the charity Excellent.
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21:30
In Business—Continental Drift
What is next for the Euro and for Europe as the sovereign debt crisis continues?
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22:00
Westminster Hour—29/05/2011
Preview of the week's politics with politicians, pundits and experts.
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22:45
What the Papers Say—Episode 54
John Harris of the Guardian analyses how the newspapers are covering the biggest stories.
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23:00
The Film Programme—27/05/2011
From X-Men to Pythagoras and Jane Russell, Francine Stock investigates this week's films.
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23:30
Something Understood—On the Edge
Mark Tully considers those on the edge - who don't belong - and the insights they bring.
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Late
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00:00
Midnight News—30/05/2011
The latest national and international news from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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00:15
Thinking Allowed—Playboy - Celebrity politics
Is Playboy "an unlikely ally for the feminist cause"? Also, celebrity politics.
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00:45
Bells on Sunday—29/05/2011
The bells of Worcester Cathedral.
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00:48
Shipping Forecast—30/05/2011
The latest shipping forecast.
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01:00
Selection of Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Programmes—30/05/2011
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 joins the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service.
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05:20
Shipping Forecast—30/05/2011
The latest shipping forecast.
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05:30
News Briefing—30/05/2011
News from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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05:43
Prayer for the Day—30/05/2011
Prayer and reflection with the Rev Peter Baker.
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05:45
Farming Today—30/05/2011
Caz Graham assesses the impact of reducing the number of sheep on the hills.
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05:57
Weather—30/05/2011
The latest weather forecast for farmers.
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