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Lee Child, writer, shares the eight tracks, book and luxury item he would take with him if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne.

Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.

Dan Saladino explores culinary cultures and world religions to find out how the date became one of the earliest, most revered and diverse of all cultivated fruits.

9/10. As Jane Austen turns 250, writer Dr Paula Byrne is joined by prominent writers and thinkers who reveal their memorable encounters with the famous author. Today, Colm Tóibín.

The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.

Helen Czerski and Tom Heap find out what the warming climate will mean for winter, and explore the implications for wildlife and humans.

The latest weather forecast.

News, analysis and comment from BBC Radio 4.

10/10. As Jane Austen turns 250, writer Dr Paula Byrne is joined by prominent writers and thinkers who reveal their memorable encounters with the famous author. This time, Philippa Perry.

Susan has cause for celebration, and Emma's worries escalate.

1/5. Supernatural horror. It's been 12 years since Cassie discovered a mysterious mould, invisible to almost everyone. Now the fungus has spread - its glowing spores a global threat.

Greg Jenner dives into Ramesses the Great - statues, battles, lions and peppery mummies - in this hilarious history show for curious kids and families.

Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.

A specially-commissioned story by Henry Normal about growing up in the 70s and discovering that poetry books, purple flares and plate-glass windows don't mix.

Matthew Bannister tells the life stories of people who have recently died, from the rich and famous to unsung but significant.

The NHS is warning of an unprecedented flu season - we check.

News and current affairs, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines.

National and international news from BBC Radio 4.

2/2. Satirical impressions from the team headed up by Jon Culshaw and Jan Ravens.

The Archers come together for the festive season, while Emma attempts to make plans.

Anna and Jeffrey host an Add to Playlist Yuletide special, joined by jazz musician Joe Stilgoe and baroque recorder player Heidi Fardell.

Topical discussion posing questions to a panel of political and media personalities.

The last recorded eruption of Mount Fuji, the Soviet government recognising Finland's independence and Charles Dickens's Christmas Carol.

Testament's guests are Jackie Kay, Brian Bilston, John Hegley and Sam Lee - performing festive poetry and songs.

In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective.

5/5. After a mysterious encounter by the river, more questions are coming Miss Macdonald's way.

Join Americast for insights and analysis on what's happening inside Trump's White House.

When hackers held Jaguar Land Rover to ransom this year the production lines stopped. What happened to the small suppliers who watched as their supply chain broke down overnight.