LW Schedule
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Early
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00:00
Midnight News—11/04/2019
National and international news from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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00:30
The Nature of Spring by Jim Crumley—3. An Island Pilgrimage
3/5 Spring on the fertile small island of Lismore. (R)
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00:48
Shipping Forecast—11/04/2019
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
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01:00
Selection of Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Programmes—11/04/2019
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 joins the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service.
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05:20
Shipping Forecast—11/04/2019
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
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05:30
News Briefing—11/04/2019
National and international news from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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05:43
Prayer for the Day—11/04/2019
A reading and a reflection to start the day with the Very Rev Dr Sarah Rowland Jones.
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05:45
Farming Today—Britain's third country status, report recommends turning farmland into forest, rewilding
The EU says it'll continue to accept UK animal exports in a no-deal Brexit scenario.
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05:58
Tweet of the Day—Joe Harkness on the skylark
Joe Harkness on the skylark. (R)
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Morning
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06:00
Today—11/04/2019
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
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09:00
In Our Time—The Evolution of Teeth
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss how teeth evolved in our toothless ancestors - and why.
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09:45
Daily Service—11/04/19 Confidence
Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by the Rev Clair Jaquiss
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10:00
Woman's Hour—Virginia Nicholson: sex and the 1960s, Katy Bourne, Sabrina Cohen-Hatton
Virginia Nicholson on the 60s; Katy Bourne on stalking; Sabrina Cohen-Hatton on decisions.
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10:45
Ship of Lies—4. Misinformation
4/5 A news editor reveals possible conspiracy and a campaign of misinformation.
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11:00
Crossing Continents—Poland's Partisan Ghosts
For some in Poland the Cursed Soldiers are national heroes; for others they are murderers.
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11:30
Matthew Herbert's World of Sound
The composer and producer explores the increasing variety of everyday sound.
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Afternoon
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12:00
News Headlines; Shipping Forecast—11/04/2019
The latest national and international news headlines, followed by the shipping forecast.
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12:04
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Fire—Episode 9
By Kamila Shamsie. Aneeka begins her vigil. Read by Sanjeev Bhaskar.
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12:18
You and Yours—Employment algorithms, second hand clothes and retirement mortgages
The algorithms that impact on your career without you ever knowing about them.
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12:57
Weather—11/04/2019
The latest weather forecast
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13:00
World at One—11/04/2019
News, analysis and comment from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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13:45
The Decade That Invented the Future: The 1970s—1978: IVF
Ruth Deech on IVF, the developments it made possible and what the future may hold.
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14:00
The Archers—10/04/2019
Jim has some harsh words. (R)
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14:15
Dangerous Visions—Your Perfect Summer, On Sale Here
Ben Tavassoli, Oliver Chris and Claudie Blakley star in Ed Harris's virtual love story. (R)
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15:00
Open Country—Changing Tides at Morecambe Bay
Morecambe Bay is changing. Helen Mark hears how buildings and artworks will set the tone.
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15:27
Radio 4 Appeal—Peace Direct
Sir Mark Rylance makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Peace Direct (R)
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15:30
Bookclub—Richard Holmes - The Age of Wonder
Richard Holmes talks about The Age of Wonder. With James Naughtie. (R)
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16:00
The Film Programme—Paul Laverty: From Daniel Blake to Carlos Acosta; Secrets of The Shining
Paul Laverty: From Daniel Blake to Carlos Acosta
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16:30
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Inside Science—Visualising a black hole, Homo luzonensis, Two ways to overcome antimicrobial resistance
Visualising a black hole, Homo luzonensis, Two ways to overcome antimicrobial resistance
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17:00
PM—11/04/2019
Afternoon news and current affairs programme.
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Evening
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18:00
Six O'Clock News—11/04/2019 Wikileaks co-founder Julian Assange arrested
He's facing extradition to the US for his alleged role in the leaking of state secrets
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18:30
Meet David Sedaris—Series 7, Episode 2
2/6 Globetrotting, trash-picking, aisle-rolling storyteller returns with more wit and wisdom.
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19:00
The Archers—11/04/2019
Tom has an announcement to make.
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19:15
Front Row—Jenny Saville, Laura van der Heijden, The art of the deadline
Jenny Saville on her new self-portrait, painted in response to a Rembrandt masterpiece.
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19:45
Ship of Lies—4. Misinformation
4/5 A news editor reveals possible conspiracy and a campaign of misinformation. (R)
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20:00
The Briefing Room—What Next For Europe?
As Britain prepares for departure, what does the future hold for the rest of the EU?
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20:30
In Business—The Irresistible Rise of eSports
Sport, yes, but not as you know it. The irresistible rise of competitive gaming or Esports
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21:00
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Inside Science—Visualising a black hole, Homo luzonensis, Two ways to overcome antimicrobial resistance
Visualising a black hole, Homo luzonensis, Two ways to overcome antimicrobial resistance (R)
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21:30
In Our Time—The Evolution of Teeth
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss how teeth evolved in our toothless ancestors - and why. (R)
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22:00
The World Tonight—11/04/2019
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective
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22:45
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Fire—Episode 9
By Kamila Shamsie. Aneeka begins her vigil. Read by Sanjeev Bhaskar. (R)
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23:00
Alone—Series 1, The Long Bad Friday Night
1/6 Mitch's late wife's sister fancies a drink. Is that all she fancies? Stars Angus Deayton. (R)
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23:30
Today in Parliament—11/04/2019
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament
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Late
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00:00
Midnight News—12/04/2019
National and international news from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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00:30
The Nature of Spring by Jim Crumley—4. The Sanctuary
4/5 Spring sightings from sandpipers to black-throated divers. (R)
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00:48
Shipping Forecast—12/04/2019
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
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01:00
Selection of Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Programmes—12/04/2019
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 joins the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service.
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05:20
Shipping Forecast—12/04/2019
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
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05:30
News Briefing—12/04/2019
National and international news from Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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05:43
Prayer for the Day—12/04/2019
A reading and a reflection to start the day with the Very Rev Dr Sarah Rowland Jones
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05:45
Farming Today—Public money for public good in fishing, re-introducing wolves, rural isolation and a new forest for Northern Ireland
Should the 'public money for public good' approach apply to fishing as well as farming?
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05:58
Tweet of the Day—David Lindo on the Honey Buzzard
David Lindo on a magical moment spotting a honey buzzard in central London. (R)
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