Sophie needs a lucrative opportunity to afford those designer specs to impress her boyfriend. Stars Maureen Lipman. From 2018. Show more
4 Extra Debut. New hairdresser Sophie gets knocked down and she is offered a disused salon as compensation. Stars Lucy Beaumont. From 2018. Show more
Jason Cook's School of Hard Knocks
Pregnancy and In-Laws
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for years
Jason looks at the trials of life when your partner falls pregnant, and the perils when first meeting your in-laws. From 2014. Show more
Sophie unwittingly attracts animal rights activists who are looking for somewhere to protest. Stars Lucy Beaumont. From 2018. Show more
Jason Cook's School of Hard Knocks
Dumping and Proposals
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LWLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for years
Award-winning Jason Cook with more life lessons – from the difficulty of dumping someone to the perils of proposing. From 2014. Show more
Anthony has first night nerves, not helped by a dangerous prisoner on the loose. Stars Miles Jupp and Justin Edwards. From 2014. Show more
Catering at Anthony’s aunt’s funeral – Damien must cope with his literary agent. Stars Miles Jupp and Justin Edwards. From 2014. Show more
Jason Cook's School of Hard Knocks
Episode 1: Best Man Speeches and Weddings
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for years
The comedian examines the pitfalls in making best man speeches and advises on how to make a wedding memorable. From 2014. Show more
The burger van owner from BBC2's Shooting Stars examines the state of the environment. Stars Renton Skinner. From July 2010.
Damien is banned from the kitchen so Anthony can cook up a romantic Valentine's Day meal. Stars Miles Jupp. From January 2013. Show more
Cookery writer Damien Trench is asked to write a restaurant review for Pink Floyd. Stars Miles Jupp. From January 2013. Show more
Anthony is thrilled to be best man at a wedding, but Damien is not inclined to share his joy. Stars Miles Jupp. From February 2013. Show more
Damien and Anthony throw one of their 'famous' dinner parties, but the evening is fraught. Stars Miles Jupp. From January 2013. Show more
Damien films for TV in the Lake District, but as the rain falls, his spirit is dampened. Stars Miles Jupp. From February 2013. Show more
Damien comes to the rescue when an author is knocked unconscious at a literary festival. Stars Miles Jupp. From February 2013. Show more
Agnes's world is turned upside down when an angel arrives in Finglas and grants her a wish to see what life would be like if she'd never been born. Kevin Kennedy guest stars. Show more
Everyone in the Brown household is concerned at the news that the poisoner Peggy Piper has been released from prison, Winnie especially. Sue Vincent guest stars. Show more
It’s Christmas in Finglas, and Mrs Brown is coping with life after lockdown. As she gets news of a very special competition, Grandad, Winnie and Father Damien come to her for help.
The new year starts badly when Winnie’s place is burgled and her mother’s much-loved wedding ring is missing. Meanwhile, Cathy is worried about her impending birthday.
When Phil's money troubles finally come to a head, he is forced to get a proper job as a takeaway delivery driver - making some surprising discoveries along the way. Show more