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3/4. Andrew Maxwell introduces guests from Chile, the Netherlands and the USA. With Fabrizio Copano and Berit Companjen. From 2019.

4 Extra Debut. Evelyn Mok and Ken Cheng star in a sketch show with an all writing and acting cast of East Asian talent. From 2021.

4 Extra Debut. Pong to Pokémon, niche pursuit to cultural colossus, Keza MacDonald asks what have video games ever done for us? From 2022.

3/8. As the upper class sleuth probes an artist's death in Scotland, more evidence disappears. Stars Ian Carmichael and Peter Jones.

3/8. As Elizabeth explores the final tomb her father discovered in Egypt, her life is in even greater danger. Stars Sheila Grant.

1/6. 4 Extra Debut. Translator Kate is caught between MI5 and MI6 over a Russian ballet dancer keen to defect. Stars Harriet Thorpe. From 1993.

11/12. The green-fingered Lad takes on the authorities to save his pride and joy. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From June 1955.

2/6. Chris McCausland asks Ninia Benjamin, Justin Moorehouse, Laura Smyth and Milton Jones to give answers to audio clues. From 2024.

3/5. Robert Macfarlane reads his subterranean journey on the Italian-Slovenian border where he descends beneath the Karst.

3/5. Sennen is troubled by the shipwreck and finding her father, while her relationship with Simon changes. Stars Charles Simpson.

4/6. Steph McGovern asks Scott Bennett and Ria Lina to offer definitive answers to the great questions of our age. Or not. From 2024.

4/6. Fat is a feminist issue for Pam, and for everyone else when she declares war on gravity. Stars Mervyn Stutter. From 2004.

Can a parrot called Cupid help a couple to re-ignite their relationship? Stars Alison Steadman and George Costigan.

A woodland glade, a perfect picnic... a girl grows up, a woman grows old. Perfectly observed short story. Read by June Barrie.

4/8. As sleuthing Lord Peter Wimsey hunts for a murderer, his manservant takes the initiative. Stars Ian Carmichael and Peter Jones.

4/8. Inspector Mahmoud and Mr Wilder are increasingly concerned for the safety of Elizabeth Warwick. Stars Shelia Grant.

2/6. Activist turned ad writer Ken Handley finds himself assigned to the Conservative Party. Stars Martin Jarvis. From January 1982.

5/15. The chilling dangers from fast breeder reactors like Jo Kendall, Nigel Rees, Fred Harris and Chris Emmett. From December 1977.

3/4. The crew struggle to contain an anarchic party of school kids but Dev spots an opportunity. Stars Rosie Cavaliero. From 2022.

4/5. Robert Macfarlane reads his venture to Lofoten archipelago on the tip of Norway, to find some ancient cave wonders.

4/5. Simon proceeds with the day's dive in spite of the weather warnings, while relations with Sennen turn sour. Stars Susannah Doyle.

4/6. Icklewick FM is fundraising to buy blackout blinds to save little Lottie Brisket who's suffering migraines from the light of the inland lighthouse. Please. Give generously.

4/5. Alexei Sayle tells his story as a bed bug - another parasite comfortable using us as their home. From 2005.

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Isabelle Hamley.

Cartoonist Ralph Steadman nominates the life of German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. With Humphrey Carter. From 2001.

Journalist Richard Dowden traces his mysterious ancestor, writer Lafcadio Hearn, who's a household name in Japan. From 1999.

4/8. As sleuthing Lord Peter Wimsey hunts for a murderer, his manservant takes the initiative. Stars Ian Carmichael and Peter Jones.

4/8. Inspector Mahmoud and Mr Wilder are increasingly concerned for the safety of Elizabeth Warwick. Stars Shelia Grant.

2/6. Activist turned ad writer Ken Handley finds himself assigned to the Conservative Party. Stars Martin Jarvis. From January 1982.

5/15. The chilling dangers from fast breeder reactors like Jo Kendall, Nigel Rees, Fred Harris and Chris Emmett. From December 1977.

3/4. The crew struggle to contain an anarchic party of school kids but Dev spots an opportunity. Stars Rosie Cavaliero. From 2022.

4/5. Robert Macfarlane reads his venture to Lofoten archipelago on the tip of Norway, to find some ancient cave wonders.

4/5. Simon proceeds with the day's dive in spite of the weather warnings, while relations with Sennen turn sour. Stars Susannah Doyle.

3/6. Sue Perkins sets moral and ethical posers for Dave Gorman, Anita Anand, Mark Evans and Jenny Eclair. From 2013.

2/4. Doug and Molly try to show the world they can start afresh, but then his mum disappears. Stars Paul Venables. From July 2003.

Lady Edith's life-changing boat ride to the South Atlantic. Written by Peter Tinniswood for Mary Wimbush. With John Moffatt.

Cartoonist Ralph Steadman nominates the life of German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. With Humphrey Carter. From 2001.

Journalist Richard Dowden traces his mysterious ancestor, writer Lafcadio Hearn, who's a household name in Japan. From 1999.

4/8. As sleuthing Lord Peter Wimsey hunts for a murderer, his manservant takes the initiative. Stars Ian Carmichael and Peter Jones.

4/8. Inspector Mahmoud and Mr Wilder are increasingly concerned for the safety of Elizabeth Warwick. Stars Shelia Grant.

2/6. Activist turned ad writer Ken Handley finds himself assigned to the Conservative Party. Stars Martin Jarvis. From January 1982.

5/15. The chilling dangers from fast breeder reactors like Jo Kendall, Nigel Rees, Fred Harris and Chris Emmett. From December 1977.

3/4. The crew struggle to contain an anarchic party of school kids but Dev spots an opportunity. Stars Rosie Cavaliero. From 2022.

4/5. Robert Macfarlane reads his venture to Lofoten archipelago on the tip of Norway, to find some ancient cave wonders.

4/5. Simon proceeds with the day's dive in spite of the weather warnings, while relations with Sennen turn sour. Stars Susannah Doyle.

3/6. Sue Perkins sets moral and ethical posers for Dave Gorman, Anita Anand, Mark Evans and Jenny Eclair. From 2013.

2/4. Doug and Molly try to show the world they can start afresh, but then his mum disappears. Stars Paul Venables. From July 2003.

Lady Edith's life-changing boat ride to the South Atlantic. Written by Peter Tinniswood for Mary Wimbush. With John Moffatt.

4/6. Icklewick FM is fundraising to buy blackout blinds to save little Lottie Brisket who's suffering migraines from the light of the inland lighthouse. Please. Give generously.

3/5. Brian Perkins, Kate Robbins and Steve Coogan 'look back' at the decade that was yet to happen. Recorded in July 1993.

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, the Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. Plus Arthur Smith chats to John Hewer about 'The Phantom Raspberry Blower of Old London Town'.

Hosted by Kiri Pritchard-McLean, showcasing some of the best comedy acts at the Edinburgh Fringe. From 2023. Contains strong language.

4/4. Sophie Willan explores being 'polite' in a middle class world and how her upbringing has changed her perception. From 2018.

4/4. Ashley enters the workforce, leading children in song and blonde wigs. And she receives a welcome diagnosis. From 2023.

Cartoonist Ralph Steadman nominates the life of German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. With Humphrey Carter. From 2001.

Journalist Richard Dowden traces his mysterious ancestor, writer Lafcadio Hearn, who's a household name in Japan. From 1999.

4/8. As sleuthing Lord Peter Wimsey hunts for a murderer, his manservant takes the initiative. Stars Ian Carmichael and Peter Jones.

4/8. Inspector Mahmoud and Mr Wilder are increasingly concerned for the safety of Elizabeth Warwick. Stars Shelia Grant.

2/6. Activist turned ad writer Ken Handley finds himself assigned to the Conservative Party. Stars Martin Jarvis. From 1982.

5/15. The chilling dangers from fast breeder reactors like Jo Kendall, Nigel Rees, Fred Harris and Chris Emmett. From 1977.

3/4. The crew struggle to contain an anarchic party of school kids but Dev spots an opportunity. Stars Rosie Cavaliero. From 2022.

4/5. Robert Macfarlane reads his venture to Lofoten archipelago on the tip of Norway, to find some ancient cave wonders.

4/5. Simon proceeds with the day's dive in spite of the weather warnings, while relations with Sennen turn sour. Stars Susannah Doyle.

3/6. Sue Perkins sets moral and ethical posers for Dave Gorman, Anita Anand, Mark Evans and Jenny Eclair. From 2013.

2/4. Doug and Molly try to show the world they can start afresh, but then his mum disappears. Stars Paul Venables. From 2003.

Lady Edith's life-changing boat ride to the South Atlantic. Written by Peter Tinniswood for Mary Wimbush. With John Moffatt.

5/8. Lord Peter Wimsey attempts to verify the whereabouts of key suspects in the murder of a Scottish artist. Stars Ian Carmichael.

5/8. Elizabeth has disappeared. Will Inspector Mahmoud and Mr Wilder be able to find her? Stars Shelia Grant.

3/8. The ambassador faces a revolt by men over rights for women in the Eastern Bloc republic. Starring Dinsdale Landen. From 1992.

6/20. Kenneth Horne meets juicy Nell Gwyn - and 'Hornerama' reports on Homes and Gardens. With Kenneth Williams. From November 1961.

4 Extra Debut. Comedian Robin Ince explores the nature of reality. In the first of two shows he goes 'Inside Robin Ince'. From July 2022.

5/5. Robert Macfarlane reads his underground journey into a world of ice - travelling along the Knud Rasmussen glacier.

5/5. Simon and Sennen lose contact under water, and the mystery of Sennen's paternity is revealed. Stars Susannah Doyle.

4/4. Comedian and computer scientist Olga Koch returns for a new series of her stand-up show, joined by her digital assistant ALGO (Tia Kofi). This week, they're learning about family.

5/5. Honor Blackman is the deadly plasmodium - the final parasite comfortable using us as their home. From 2005.

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Leslie Griffiths.

4/4. A series of six symphonic poems by Bedrich Smetana, Ma Vlast is at the core of Czech cultural identity. From September 2010.

4 Extra Debut. Radioactive waste can remain dangerous for 100,000 years. The nuclear industry uses artists for creative solutions. From 2017.

5/8. Lord Peter Wimsey attempts to verify the whereabouts of key suspects in the murder of a Scottish artist. Stars Ian Carmichael.

5/8. Elizabeth has disappeared. Will Inspector Mahmoud and Mr Wilder be able to find her? Stars Shelia Grant.

3/8. The ambassador faces a revolt by men over rights for women in the Eastern Bloc republic. Starring Dinsdale Landen. From 1992.

6/20. Kenneth Horne meets juicy Nell Gwyn - and 'Hornerama' reports on Homes and Gardens. With Kenneth Williams. From November 1961.

4 Extra Debut. Comedian Robin Ince explores the nature of reality. In the first of two shows he goes 'Inside Robin Ince'. From July 2022.

5/5. Robert Macfarlane reads his underground journey into a world of ice - travelling along the Knud Rasmussen glacier.

5/5. Simon and Sennen lose contact under water, and the mystery of Sennen's paternity is revealed. Stars Susannah Doyle.

6/6. Comedian Sikisa Bostwick-Barnes, insect champion Bridget Nicholls and explorer Levison Wood join John Lloyd. From 2023.

6/6. The island makeover has gone sour, but with no Irene - can Bunty halt the bulldozers? Stars Lynn Ferguson. From 2002.

4 Extra Debut. Postmodern tale about a poet, a poem, a regal commentator and a would-be assassin. Starring Grant O'Rourke.

4/4. A series of six symphonic poems by Bedrich Smetana, Ma Vlast is at the core of Czech cultural identity. From September 2010.

4 Extra Debut. Radioactive waste can remain dangerous for 100,000 years. The nuclear industry uses artists for creative solutions. From 2017.

5/8. Lord Peter Wimsey attempts to verify the whereabouts of key suspects in the murder of a Scottish artist. Stars Ian Carmichael.

5/8. Elizabeth has disappeared. Will Inspector Mahmoud and Mr Wilder be able to find her? Stars Shelia Grant.

3/8. The ambassador faces a revolt by men over rights for women in the Eastern Bloc republic. Starring Dinsdale Landen. From 1992.

6/20. Kenneth Horne meets juicy Nell Gwyn - and 'Hornerama' reports on Homes and Gardens. With Kenneth Williams. From November 1961.

4 Extra Debut. Comedian Robin Ince explores the nature of reality. In the first of two shows he goes 'Inside Robin Ince'. From July 2022.

5/5. Robert Macfarlane reads his underground journey into a world of ice - travelling along the Knud Rasmussen glacier.

5/5. Simon and Sennen lose contact under water, and the mystery of Sennen's paternity is revealed. Stars Susannah Doyle.

6/6. Comedian Sikisa Bostwick-Barnes, insect champion Bridget Nicholls and explorer Levison Wood join John Lloyd. From 2023.

6/6. The island makeover has gone sour, but with no Irene - can Bunty halt the bulldozers? Stars Lynn Ferguson. From 2002.

4 Extra Debut. Postmodern tale about a poet, a poem, a regal commentator and a would-be assassin. Starring Grant O'Rourke.

4/4. Comedian and computer scientist Olga Koch returns for a new series of her stand-up show, joined by her digital assistant ALGO (Tia Kofi). This week, they're learning about family.

2/6. Radical comedian Mark Steel offers his humorous assessment of the talented military commander, Hannibal. From 2002.

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, the Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. Plus Arthur Smith chats again to the comic actor, writer and producer John Hewer.

2/6. Marcus Brigstocke invites Frank Skinner to try 4 new things, including a spray tan and eating Jugged Hare. From September 2011.

2/4. Sketches written by the public. Stars John Thomson, Shobna Gulati, Fiona Clarke, Chris Jack and Gavin Webster. From 2015.

4/4. A series of six symphonic poems by Bedrich Smetana, Ma Vlast is at the core of Czech cultural identity. From 2010.

4 Extra Debut. Radioactive waste can remain dangerous for 100,000 years. The nuclear industry uses artists for creative solutions. From 2017.

5/8. Lord Peter Wimsey attempts to verify the whereabouts of key suspects in the murder of a Scottish artist. Stars Ian Carmichael.

5/8. Following Inspector Mahmoud's warning of danger, Elizabeth Warwick has vanished without trace. Stars Shelia Grant.

3/8. The ambassador faces a revolt by men over rights for women in the Eastern Bloc republic. Starring Dinsdale Landen. From 1992.

6/20. Kenneth Horne meets juicy Nell Gwyn - and 'Hornerama' reports on Homes and Gardens. With Kenneth Williams. From 1961.

4 Extra Debut. Comedian Robin Ince explores the nature of reality. In the first of two shows he goes 'Inside Robin Ince'. From 2022.

5/5. Robert Macfarlane concludes his underground journey into a world of ice - travelling along the Knud Rasmussen glacier.

5/5. Simon and Sennen lose contact under water, and the mystery of Sennen's paternity is revealed. Stars Susannah Doyle.

6/6. Comedian Sikisa Bostwick-Barnes, insect champion Bridget Nicholls and explorer Levison Wood join John Lloyd. From 2023.

6/6. The island makeover has gone sour, but with no Irene - can Bunty halt the bulldozers? Stars Lynn Ferguson. From 2002.

4 Extra Debut. Postmodern tale about a poet, a poem, a regal commentator and a would-be assassin. Starring Grant O'Rourke.

4 Extra Debut. 2099. Ships sail toward the stars instead of under them. Ishmael tells how his ship was led to its doom. Stars Christopher Lee.

4 Extra Debut. A poor pedlar heads to London after a dream, only to discover his future prosperity awaits back home. Read by David Davis.

Benny Green with jazz questions for Humphrey Lyttelton, Ronnie Scott, Bob Wilber and Digby Fairweather. From 1991.

4 Extra Debut. As Richard loses his memory after a bad accident, Susan reintroduces him to a strangely plausible world. Stars Tilly Vosburgh.

Jenny Hanley remembers one of BBC TV's best-loved children's shows - Crackerjack. With Ed Stewart and Michael Aspel. From 1997.

The Grumbleweeds go on holiday - to Maplins in the TV comedy land of Hi-Di-Hi. With Paul Shane and Ruth Madoc. From 1986.

Frank Muir explores the world of television with the help of Alfred Marks. From 1975.

4 Extra Debut. 2099. Ships sail toward the stars instead of under them. Ishmael tells how his ship was led to its doom. Stars Christopher Lee.

4 Extra Debut. A poor pedlar heads to London after a dream, only to discover his future prosperity awaits back home. Read by David Davis.

Benny Green with jazz questions for Humphrey Lyttelton, Ronnie Scott, Bob Wilber and Digby Fairweather. From 1991.

4 Extra Debut. As Richard loses his memory after a bad accident, Susan reintroduces him to a strangely plausible world. Stars Tilly Vosburgh.

Jenny Hanley remembers one of BBC TV's best-loved children's shows - Crackerjack. With Ed Stewart and Michael Aspel. From 1997.

The Grumbleweeds go on holiday - to Maplins in the TV comedy land of Hi-Di-Hi. With Paul Shane and Ruth Madoc. From 1986.

Frank Muir explores the world of television with the help of Alfred Marks. From 1975.

1/4. 4 Extra Debut. A severed head, a giant talking cat, an invisible guest and two madmen - it's springtime in Moscow! Stars Daniel Massey.

4 Extra Debut. 2099. Ships sail toward the stars instead of under them. Ishmael tells how his ship was led to its doom. Stars Christopher Lee.

4 Extra Debut. A poor pedlar heads to London after a dream, only to discover his future prosperity awaits back home. Read by David Davis.

Benny Green with jazz questions for Humphrey Lyttelton, Ronnie Scott, Bob Wilber and Digby Fairweather. From 1991.

4 Extra Debut. As Richard loses his memory after a bad accident, Susan reintroduces him to a strangely plausible world. Stars Tilly Vosburgh.

Jenny Hanley remembers one of BBC TV's best-loved children's shows - Crackerjack. With Ed Stewart and Michael Aspel. From 1997.

The Grumbleweeds go on holiday - to Maplins in the TV comedy land of Hi-Di-Hi. With Paul Shane and Ruth Madoc. From 1986.

Frank Muir explores the world of television with the help of Alfred Marks. From 1975.

6/6. Phil and Sarah host a fireworks party - with fatal results. Stars Jim Sweeney and Caroline Quentin. From 1995.

Comedy series exploring British Chinese culture with stand up Ken Cheng who examines attitudes towards relationships. From 2018.

4/4. The music-hall artiste and OAP raps with beat boxer Shlomo, probing buzz words. Stars Christopher Green. From 2010.

1/8. 4 Extra Debut. From Newcastle - Fred MacAulay's comic line-up with Mark Simmons, Erika Ehler, Sammy Dobson and Dave Johns. From 2021.

8/8. The station's most popular programme - the forum for listeners' complaints. Stars Michael Fenton-Stevens. From 1986.

1/4. 4 Extra Debut. A severed head, a giant talking cat, an invisible guest and two madmen - it's springtime in Moscow! Stars Daniel Massey.

4 Extra Debut. 2099. Ships sail toward the stars instead of under them. Ishmael tells how his ship was led to its doom. Stars Christopher Lee.

4 Extra Debut. A poor pedlar heads to London after a dream, only to discover his future prosperity awaits back home. Read by David Davis.

Benny Green with jazz questions for Humphrey Lyttelton, Ronnie Scott, Bob Wilber and Digby Fairweather. From 1991.

4 Extra Debut. As Richard loses his memory after a bad accident, Susan reintroduces him to a strangely plausible world. Stars Tilly Vosburgh.

Jenny Hanley remembers one of BBC TV's best-loved children's shows - Crackerjack. With Ed Stewart and Michael Aspel. From 1997.

The Grumbleweeds go on holiday - to Maplins in the TV comedy land of Hi-Di-Hi. With Paul Shane and Ruth Madoc. From 1986.

Frank Muir explores the world of television with the help of Alfred Marks. From 1975.

Derbyshire bus driver Morris remembers a day out in Scarborough. Moving verse drama starring Tom Courtenay and Gillian Bevan.

1/10. Young Robert sets off from his mining village with basic provisions and no idea of where he'll end up. Read by Kevin Whately.

As part of our All Request Weekend, listeners suggest Poetry Please: Goblin Market from the BBC's poetry archive. From 2014.

Ray Alan presents the voices of star impressionists: Peter Goodwright, Johnny More, Brian Coshall and Dave Evans. From 1983.

4 Extra Debut. In a raw, mean town, a boy turns to the one thing he can trust. A kestrel. Her name is Kes. Stars David Brierley.

4 Extra Debut. Music and comedy starring Mr Wakey-Wakey himself, Billy Cotton and his band. With Freddie and The Dreamers. From 1963.

4 Extra Debut. Following the death of his mother, Louis Mazzini seeks revenge against the d'Ascoyne family. Starring Robert Powell.

Derbyshire bus driver Morris remembers a day out in Scarborough. Moving verse drama starring Tom Courtenay and Gillian Bevan.

1/10. Young Robert sets off from his mining village with basic provisions and no idea of where he'll end up. Read by Kevin Whately.

As part of our All Request Weekend, listeners suggest Poetry Please: Goblin Market from the BBC's poetry archive. From 2014.

Ray Alan presents the voices of star impressionists: Peter Goodwright, Johnny More, Brian Coshall and Dave Evans. From 1983.

4 Extra Debut. In a raw, mean town, a boy turns to the one thing he can trust. A kestrel. Her name is Kes. Stars David Brierley.

4 Extra Debut. Music and comedy starring Mr Wakey-Wakey himself, Billy Cotton and his band. With Freddie and The Dreamers. From 1963.

4 Extra Debut. Following the death of his mother, Louis Mazzini seeks revenge against the d'Ascoyne family. Starring Robert Powell.

1/2. 4 Extra Debut. Two Scottish travellers venture into a dystopian paradise to fight for free will and human dignity. Stars Duncan McIntrye.

Derbyshire bus driver Morris remembers a day out in Scarborough. Moving verse drama starring Tom Courtenay and Gillian Bevan.

1/10. Young Robert sets off from his mining village with basic provisions and no idea of where he'll end up. Read by Kevin Whately.

As part of our All Request Weekend, listeners suggest Poetry Please: Goblin Market from the BBC's poetry archive. From 2014.

Ray Alan presents the voices of star impressionists: Peter Goodwright, Johnny More, Brian Coshall and Dave Evans. From 1983.

4 Extra Debut. In a raw, mean town, a boy turns to the one thing he can trust. A kestrel. Her name is Kes. Stars David Brierley.

4 Extra Debut. Music and comedy starring Mr Wakey-Wakey himself, Billy Cotton and his band. With Freddie and The Dreamers. From 1963.

4 Extra Debut. Following the death of his mother, Louis Mazzini seeks revenge against the d'Ascoyne family. Starring Robert Powell.

2/6. Surprisingly, control freak and social worker Clare makes some cool new friends. Stars Sally Phillips and Liza Tarbuck. From 2009.

3/6. Will Hamish and Dougal make a success of a new business idea? Stars Barry Cryer and Graeme Garden. From 2006.

3/6. Drugged electricity and artificial icebergs. Johnny Ball guest stars in the cosmic comedy of connections. From 1995.

1/6. The curmudgeonly author bar none returns - surprisingly with a new income and a new home. Stars Christopher Douglas. From 2021.

3/4. The Party clarifies its climate change policies, but under-cooked sausages are on Duncan's menu. Stars Tim Key. From March 2010.