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Among Bronze Age remains on Westray, poet Kathleen Jamie reflects on time, memory and our connections to the past. Read by Maureen Beattie. Abridged by Linda Cracknell Show more
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Oscar-winning actor Jeremy Irons brings much-loved characters such as Skimbleshanks and Macavity to life in his reading of TS Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats. Show more
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A special concert of readings and music from Neil Gaiman, Amanda Palmer, David Tennant and the BBC Symphony Orchestra conducted by Mihhail Gerts. (Part 2 of 2) Show more
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On a biting December night, Jim Lloyd enthrals Ambridge residents with the story of a family who dare to direct their future when they wish upon a bewitched monkey’s paw. Show more
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Alistair McGowan stars as a host of famous people in this new comedy about a man who spends his life on the road, daydreaming about the brilliant life that he's never had. Show more
It's nearly 20 years since the deadline passed to wipe out polio globally. Despite some incredible success in combatting it, this crippling disease continues to blight lives. Why? Show more
The last in a six-part panel game series revolving around the English language features panellists Hunter Davies , Sheila Steafel , Roger McGough and Helen Atkinson Wood. Hosted by Frank Delaney with comedy from the Nimmo Twins. Producer Merilyn Harris
With John Humphrys and Sarah Montague. 7.20 Yesterday in Parliament 7.25,8.25 Sports News 7.48 Thought for the Day With Rhidian Brook. 8.45 Yesterday in Parliament
The last of five programmes using documentary evidence to throw new light on past events. TakingSides with the Enemy. Why is there a triumphal arch in Leeds with a Latin inscription celebrating the independence of North America? Martin Wainwright follows a trail oftreacheryto discover who was jubilant at the humiliating defeat of the English army and the loss of the American colonies. Producer Elizabeth Abrahams