Schedule
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Early
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00:00
Midnight News—08/05/2024
National and international news from ´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4
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00:30
The Miners' Strike: Return Journey—Nottinghamshire
The decision - the union official who didn’t strike.
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00:48
Shipping Forecast—08/05/2024
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
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01:00
Selection of ´óÏó´«Ã½ World Service Programmes—08/05/2024
´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4 joins the ´óÏó´«Ã½ World Service.
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05:20
Shipping Forecast—08/05/2024
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
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05:30
News Briefing—08/05/2024
The latest news from ´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4
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05:43
Prayer for the Day—08/05/2024
Reflection with Rev Prof Alison Jack of the School of Divinity, University of Edinburgh.
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05:45
Farming Today—08/05/24 - Coast path, carbon sequestration and selling fruit direct
Walkers protest on the Isle of Wight over a coast path that doesn't follow the coastline.
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Morning
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06:00
Today—08/05/2024
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
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09:00
Life Changing—'I will make amends'
In 1988 experienced medical doctor Tony answers a call for help — it nearly breaks him.
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09:30
Influenced—Helen Lewis Has Left the Chat, Left the Chat: No 6. The Telegram War
6/6 How one messaging app became Vladimir Putin’s nemesis - and perhaps his secret weapon.
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10:00
Woman's Hour—Safer sport for women, novelist Nadine Matheson, Sabrina Ali on Dugzi Dayz
What kind of questions are appropriate for a coach to ask a sportswoman about her health?
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11:00
File on 4 Investigates—Caught on Camera: The special school staff who abused kids
The special school staff who abused kids and kept their jobs
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11:45
The Miners' Strike: Return Journey—Edinburgh
On the picket lines - the police officer.
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Afternoon
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12:00
News Summary—08/05/2024
The latest national and international news from ´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4.
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12:04
You and Yours—Cost of University, Scarce Private Healthcare and Driving Licence Fraud
How the rising cost of university is even breaking the bank of mum and dad.
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12:57
Weather—08/05/2024
The latest weather forecast
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13:00
World at One—Another Tory MP defects to Labour
Natalie Elphicke crosses the floor of the Commons and criticises the government's record.
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13:45
Assume Nothing: The Last Request—The Prodigal Son
3/5 Laura contacts a woman that could be Martin's mother and digs deeper into Bessborough.
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14:00
The Archers—07/05/2024
There’s life-changing news at the hospital.
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14:15
Drama on 4—The Missed Lives of Max and Judy (1/2)
A mind-bending, time-warping romcom starring Alison Steadman.
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15:00
Money Box—Money Box Live: The Cost of Splitting Up
How easy is it to separate your finances after splitting up?
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15:30
Behind the Crime—Fran
Two forensic psychologists interview Fran about her life and the crime she committed.
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16:00
The Media Show—Inside the US campus protests
Perspectives from journalists on the ground.
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17:00
PM—Another Tory MP defects to Labour
Natalie Elphicke defects from the Conservatives to Labour.
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Evening
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18:00
Six O'Clock News—08/05/2024 The Conservative MP Natalie Elphicke defects to Labour
The MP for Dover accused Rishi Sunak's government of abandoning the centre ground.
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18:30
Room 101 with Paul Merton—Series 2, Gyles Brandreth
6/6 Paul Merton talks to Gyles Brandreth about his pet hates and worst nightmares.
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19:00
The Archers—08/05/2024
Alan provides a sympathetic ear.
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19:15
Front Row—Sir Stephen Hough, Arab Strap, can authors make money?
Pianist and composer Stephen Hough, the future of publishing, Scottish band Arab Strap.
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20:00
AntiSocial—Dangers to women: man vs bear
Women online are being asked: would you rather be stuck in a forest with a man or a bear?
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20:45
Uncharted with Hannah Fry—6. The Happiness Curve
Do orangutans - and humans - experience a midlife crisis?
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21:00
Being Roman with Mary Beard—7. The Whistleblower
Meet the savvy political operator who cleaned up Britain after Boudicca's revolt.
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21:30
Inside Health—What does alcohol do to the body and brain?
James visits the pub to find out what happens when he drinks two pints of lager.
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22:00
The World Tonight—Will Elphicke defection backfire on Labour?
Disquiet in Labour ranks over Natalie Elphicke's defection from the Conservatives.
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22:45
You Are Here by David Nicholls—Episode 8
8/10 Michael is prompted to ponder some of life's big questions.
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23:00
Gary Little: At Large—2. Killing Time… and Killer Tablet
Literacy, empathy and bags of sugar help Gary survive inside - with a team of killers.
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23:15
Tom Mayhew Is Benefit Scum—Series 2, Cheap and Cheerful
1/4 In this week’s show, Tom recalls the joys of the working class holiday.
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23:30
Today in Parliament—08/05/2024
Sean Curran reports on Prime Minister's Questions - and more.
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Late
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00:00
Midnight News—09/05/2024
National and international news from ´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4
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00:30
The Miners' Strike: Return Journey—Edinburgh
On the picket lines - the police officer.
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00:48
Shipping Forecast—09/05/2024
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
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01:00
Selection of ´óÏó´«Ã½ World Service Programmes—09/05/2024
´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4 joins the ´óÏó´«Ã½ World Service.
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05:20
Shipping Forecast—09/05/2024
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
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05:30
News Briefing—09/05/2024
The latest news from ´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4
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05:43
Prayer for the Day—09/05/2024
Reflection with Rev Prof Alison Jack of the School of Divinity, University of Edinburgh.
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05:45
Farming Today—09/05/24 - Regen ag, Iberico pork, OEP water report and tractor factory strike
Should we pay more for food farmed in an environmentally friendly way?
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