FM Schedule
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Early
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00:00
Midnight News—17/04/2019
National and international news from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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00:30
Book of the Week—Michael Tippett, Episode 2
Oliver Soden's biography about an extraordinary life spanning the 20th century. (R)
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00:48
Shipping Forecast—17/04/2019
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
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01:00
Selection of Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Programmes—17/04/2019
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 joins the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service.
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05:20
Shipping Forecast—17/04/2019
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
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05:30
News Briefing—17/04/2019
National and international news from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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05:43
Prayer for the Day—17/04/2019
A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with the Rt Rev Dr Helen-Ann Hartley.
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05:45
Farming Today—Water shortage, methane reduction in cows, milk delivery, horse safety on the road
Fears over water shortages affecting farmers in parts of north, central and east England.
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05:58
Tweet of the Day—Little Grebe
Kate Humble presents the little grebe. (R)
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Morning
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06:00
Today—17/04/2019
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
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09:00
New Ways of Seeing—Invisible Networks
How is technology changing the way we see? Artist James Bridle looks for hidden networks.
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09:30
Curious Cases—Rutherford and Fry, An Instrumental Case
Why do instruments sound different?
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09:45
Book of the Week—Michael Tippett, Episode 3
War in Europe approaches and Michael Tippett pays the price for his pacifist beliefs.
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10:00
Woman's Hour—Top Girls, Dame Glenys Stacey, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Dame Glenys Stacey looks back at nearly 40 years in public service.
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10:41
The Citadel—Series 5, Episode 3
3/5 Denny is in love with Manson's wife. When he decides to leave, tragedy strikes.
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10:55
The Listening Project—Josh and Gareth - Good for Your Smile Muscles
Friends talk about how a state-of-the-art wheelchair can change your life.
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11:00
My Name Is...—My Name Is Jay
Jay wants to leave behind a life in gangs, but who is there to help?
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11:30
Ability—Series 2, A Job for Matt
3/4 Matt - Lost Voice Guy - decides to turn over a new leaf and earn some money legally.
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Afternoon
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12:00
News Summary—17/04/2019
The latest national and international news from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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12:04
The Diaries of Adrian Mole—Adrian Mole and The Weapons of Mass Destruction, Episode 3
Adrian attends his school reunion and his relationship with Marigold moves on a stage.
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12:18
You and Yours—Staycations, Instagram Retailing, Video Games
The psychologist who believes video games can be a force for good.
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12:57
Weather—17/04/2019
The latest weather forecast
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13:00
World at One—17/04/2019
News, analysis and comment from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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13:45
One to One—Inheritance: Give it up or pass it on?
Bronwen Maddox with environmentalist Tom Burke, who's planning to leave his money to birds
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14:00
The Archers—16/04/2019
Freddie is forced to ask a favour from the enemy (R)
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14:15
Death at the Airport: The Plot Against Kim Jong-nam
Paul French tells the story of the power struggle in North Korea. Drama by Nick Perry.
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15:00
Money Box—The Costs of Being Single
Nearly eight million people live alone in the UK. What are the financial challenges?
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15:30
In Their Element—Series 3, Sodium: The key to life
Sodium, the explosive alkali metal that is crucial for all life on Earth. (R)
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16:00
Thinking Allowed—Detective fiction - homicide and social media
Detective fiction - how it represents social change. Also homicide confessions on Facebook
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16:30
The Media Show—The Political Interview
When journalists and politicians do battle
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17:00
PM—17/04/2019
Afternoon news and current affairs programme.
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Evening
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18:00
Six O'Clock News—17/04/2019 Scientists have partially revived the brains of dead pigs
Scientists have partially revived the brains of dead pigs
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18:30
Fags, Mags and Bags—Series 7, Begrudging a Crunchie
4/4 Malcolm surprises Ramesh by announcing she wants to become a foster carer. (R)
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19:00
The Archers—17/04/2019
Natasha finds herself the talk of Ambridge
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19:15
Front Row—BeyoncΓ©, Madonna, West Side Story, Children's Literature
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔcoming: A film by BeyoncΓ© and Madonna's new Madame X alter-ego is discussed.
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19:45
The Citadel—Series 5, Episode 3
3/5 Denny is in love with Manson's wife. When he decides to leave, tragedy strikes.
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20:00
FutureProofing—Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ
How the home will be disrupted and transformed by radical technological change.
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20:45
Lent Talks—The Uncertainty of Mary
Alison Cope on a mother's grief.
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21:00
Costing the Earth—The Environment after Brexit
Where does Brexit leave the UK countryside? Tom Heap hosts a debate.
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21:30
New Ways of Seeing—Invisible Networks
How is technology changing the way we see? Artist James Bridle looks for hidden networks.
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22:00
The World Tonight—17/04/2019
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective
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22:45
The Diaries of Adrian Mole—Adrian Mole and The Weapons of Mass Destruction, Episode 3
Adrian attends his school reunion and his relationship with Marigold moves on a stage. (R)
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23:00
Bunk Bed—Series 7, Cate Blanchett
1/4 Patrick Marber and Peter Curran are joined by Oscar-winner Cate Blanchett.
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23:15
Kieran Hodgson's Earworms—Series 1, Mahler
2/4 An idiot's guide to Mahler. Perfect for fans of comedy, classical music, and idiots. (R)
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23:30
The Untold—Pushing the Envelope
A dyslexic postman gets the chance to realise his dream of becoming a professional actor. (R)
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Late
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00:00
Midnight News—18/04/2019
National and international news from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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00:30
Book of the Week—Michael Tippett, Episode 3
War in Europe approaches and Michael Tippett pays the price for his pacifist beliefs. (R)
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00:48
Shipping Forecast—18/04/2019
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
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01:00
Selection of Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Programmes—18/04/2019
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 joins the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service.
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05:20
Shipping Forecast—18/04/2019
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
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05:30
News Briefing—18/04/2019
National and international news from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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05:43
Prayer for the Day—18/04/2019
A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with the Rt Rev Dr Helen-Ann Hartley.
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05:45
Farming Today—Nitrogen fertiliser reduction, the public on farms, circadian rhythms of plants
Charlotte Smith asks Guy Smith if farming can achieve zero net emissions by 2040.
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05:58
Tweet of the Day—Ruddy Duck
Kate Humble presents the ruddy duck. (R)
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