dancehallThe five hottest tunes in dancehall get counted down by 1Xtra's Robbo Ranx. Hear the full run down each Thursday night from 10pm-1am on 1Xtra. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.dnbThe official top five selling tunes in D&B get counted down by 1Xtra's Bailey. Hear the full run down each Wednesday night from 10pm-1am on 1Xtra. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.Andy C, Alix Perez and other highlights from one of the biggest D'n'B events of the year, Innovation in the Sun, and the Official 1Xtra D'n'B Top 5 with a new number one!2009-07-02T12:05:00+01:00hiphopThe five hottest tunes in hip hop get counted down by 1Xtra's Semtex. Hear the full run down each Friday night from 10pm-1am on 1Xtra. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.rnbThe five hottest tunes in RnB get counted down by 1Xtra's Ronnie Herel. Hear the full run down each Monday night from 10pm-1am on 1Xtra. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.ukgThe five hottest tunes in garage get counted down by 1Xtra's DJ Cameo. Hear the full run down each Tuesday night from 10pm-1am on 1Xtra. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.Crazy Cousinz, Boy Better Know and Gracious K all feature in this week's 1Xtra UKG Top 5 - as selected by DJ Cameo2009-07-01T02:06:00+01:005lnpiNicky Campbell presents a lively debate with listeners on the big news story of the day, broadcast live every weekday from 9am on BBC Radio 5 live.Does British sport, and Britain, need him to win? Could his success lift a whole nation? Nicky takes your calls on what Andy Murray's success at Wimbledon would mean to you.2009-07-03T10:14:00+01:005lrDonal MacIntyre returns from Sunday 29th March with hard-hitting investigative journalism from the 5 live Investigations team. Find out the real truth about the world you live in - and if you've got a story you think we should look into, email us in confidence at donal@bbc.co.uk606The UK's biggest football phone-in, broadcast on Saturdays, Sundays and midweek on BBC Radio 5 Live. Fans take part in a lively debate about the latest matches and talking points.7dwsRadio Wales' Gareth Lewis and the Scrum V team are joined by the games' big names for a round-up of news and analysis from the world of Welsh rugby. Updated every Monday at 0800.We review a mighty second test between the Lions and South Africa. It ended in series defeat and controversy. We get the views of Ian McGeehan, Mike Phillips and Garin Jenkins. Tom Shanklin and John Devereux offer their analysis.2009-06-29T09:49:00+01:00adamandjoeWeekly highlights from Adam Buxton and Joe Cornish's show at the Big British Castle, as broadcast every Saturday morning from 9 to 12 on BBC 6 Music.The 2nd of the special Glasto podcasts. Adam kicks things off with some more Glasto facts, there's some poetry from character Paul Hamilton, and some thoughts on how Florence of the machine fame might behave at home. Emmy the Great pop in for a chat about being 'Stevened', and there's a quick trip to Wookey hole! There's Bruce and Blur chat which leads to thoughts on ageing rock stars and their stage antics. And of course find out how your made up jokes went down in the cabaret tent!2009-06-28T19:16:00+01:00analysisAnalysis makes sense of the ideas that change the world. What made Islam political, whether the Government can make us go green, why we think the market in human organs is repugnant are just some of the subjects the series tackles. With thought-provoking and expert presenters, Analysis aims to make the world of policy and ideas both interesting and surprising. There are 26 episodes a year, in three series. Podcasts are available for a week after transmission while the programme is on air.Janet Radcliffe Richards looks at a fascinating range of new experiments shedding light on how humans make moral choices.2009-06-28T21:30:00+01:00r3artsThe Arts and Ideas podcast brings you a selection of the best from BBC Radio 3's daily programme Night Waves. You'll find in-depth interviews with leading writers, directors, film-makers, and architects; vociferous debates on the key cultural and philosophical questions of our time; and the critics' judgement on the latest releases. Night Waves is on air Monday to Thursday at 9.15 - 10pm.Rana talks to Germaine Greer, Lisa Appignanesi and Christina Howells to discuss The Second Sex by Simone de Beauvoir. Russell T Davies talks to Matthew Sweet about Doctor Who and Torchwood and we also look at the nature of creative and how working in pairs can make something unforgettable.2009-06-29T20:30:00+01:00asianchartThe best desi music around from Asian Network's playlist. Everything from Bhangra to Bollywood and British Asian Underground. Listen to the Asian Network Chart every Saturday from 12 noon, with Noreen on BBC Asian Network. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.Noreen counts down the biggest top 20 desi tracks around. Find out if Chabi by Baljit Malwa feat Pushpinder Komal make it three weeks at number 1. Also sample some fresh new music to the station.2009-07-04T13:30:00+01:00arymarcTrin a thrafod y byd pêl-droed yng nghwmni Dylan Jones a Gary Pritchard a chefnogwyr ledled y wlad. Hynt a helyntion clybiau Cymru a phêl-droed o bob cwr o'r byd, gan gynnwys y diweddaraf o Wrecsam, Caerdydd, Abertawe ac Uwchgynghrair Cymru, yn ogystal â straeon difyr o glybiau Cymru o Fôn i Fynwy. Am fwy o wybodaeth ewch i http://www.bbc.co.uk/cymru/arymarc/Michael Owen yn mynd i Man Utd; edrych ymlaen at Gwpan y Byd 2010; a be sydd yn gwneud adloniant da yn ystod hanner amser gemau pêl-droed.2009-07-04T10:00:00+01:00atcAward-winning series exploring religious, spiritual and moral issues. All Things Considered adopts a variety of formats, from documentary to interview and discussion, but is always revealing. The programme is broadcast weekly on BBC Radio Wales on Sundays 0831 - 0859 and Wednesdays 1832 - 1900.This week Roy Jenkins’ guest is Sir Jonathan Sacks, Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregation of the Commonwealth and one of Britain’s most influential religious leaders.2009-06-28T09:05:00+01:00moylesWeekly highlights from the award-winning Chris Moyles breakfast show, as broadcast by Chris and team every morning from 6.30am to 10am.Carrie bumps in to her ex at Wimbledon, Aled has burger trouble, Dave wears “House Trousers” and Chris looks like an Ewok. It’s all the best bits of the week, from The Chris Moyles Show on BBC Radio 1.2009-07-03T05:00:00+01:00moylesenWeekly highlights from the award-winning Chris Moyles breakfast show - with pictures! As broadcast by Chris and team every morning from 6.30am to 10am.Carrie bumps in to her ex at Wimbledon, Aled has burger trouble, Dave wears “House Trousers” and Chris looks like an Ewok. It’s all the best bits of the week, from The Chris Moyles Show on BBC Radio 1.2009-07-03T05:00:00+01:00nolanStephen Nolan's no nonsense approach to confronting the biggest issues of the day has made it the biggest show in the country. An unmissable mixture of news, phone ins and entertainment.A follow on from yesterdays programme about whether or not former members of the security forces should be allowed to keep guns for their personal protection.2009-07-03T11:41:00+01:00todayInsight, analysis and expert debate as key policy makers are challenged on the latest news stories.Buzz Aldrin was the second man to step foot on the surface of the moon in July 1969. Forty years on from the Apollo 11 mission to the moon we take you back to when President Richard Nixon talks to Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong. And Buzz Aldrin talks about his new book "Magnificent Desolation".2009-07-03T10:23:00+01:00beliefDebates exploring the place of religion and faith in today's complex world. Ernie Rea is joined every week by a multi-faith panel who discuss how their religious traditions affect their values and perspectives on a variety of topics, often revealing hidden and contradictory truths. In each programme guests listen to a personal story which challenges their point of view and forces them to place their faith and values within the context of real life experiences.Has Britain become a post secular society? That's the question under discussion in the 200th edition of Beyond Belief.2009-06-29T17:00:00+01:00booksSimon Mayo and a panel of reviewers discuss two newly-released titles every week, and speak to the authors themselves. Broadcast live on BBC Radio 5 live on Thursday afternoons.asiannewsA weekly round-up of news, sport and entertainment from a British Asian perspective. The ten best stories taken from Asian Network Reports presented by Rozina Sini, every weekday at 12.30 and 6pm. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK. Asian Network Reports was formerly known as British Asian News.Akshay appears alongside Sylvester Stallone in Kambakkht Ishq. Forced Marriage alert issued for Summer holiday and an Asian 89p shop opens in Poole.2009-07-03T14:07:00+01:00bhNews, discussion & a few gags. The Sunday papers & the BH quiz. Broadcast every Sunday morning on BBC Radio 4 between 9 and 10. Presented by Paddy O?Connell. Each week discussion about the key themes in the news, there's a review of the Sunday newspapers and a quiz ? with a special prize. Updated each Sunday. Subscribe to the BH Newsletter and the podcast at www.bbc.co.uk/bhBroadcasting House with Paddy O'Connell2009-06-28T12:07:00+01:00c2Caneuon o sesiynau newydd, newyddion cerddorol, chwaraeon, adolygiadau gigs, ffilmiau a cherddoriaeth, cyfweliadau, gwesteion arbennig a llawer mwy! Darnau gorau C2 pob wythnos gyda Magi Dodd, Glyn Wise, Huw Stephens, Lisa Gwilym, Daniel Glyn, Jeni Lyn a BB Aled. Am fwy o wybodaeth ewch i http://www.bbc.co.uk/c2/Magi yn sgwrsio gyda Mei o'r Sibrydion, Carwyn o Colarama yn són am Glastonbury, Alun Bonello yn adolygu Gwyl Nól a Ml'an yn Llangrannog, Dafydd Ieuan o'r Furries ar raglen Lisa, Daniel yn hel atgofion gyda Mici Plwm, Elliw Mai yn adolygu'r ffilm Transformers ddiweddaraf, Sweet Baboo yn sgwrsio gyda Lisa a Dilwyn Lwyd yn son am Wyl Gardd Goll 2009.2009-06-29T17:00:00+01:00balListen to Building a Library, comparing available recordings of a work from the classical music repertoire. This is an edited version of the regular CD Review slot where guest experts review and gives recommendations. Building a Library is broadcast every Saturday from 9.30am on BBC Radio 3. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.Anthony Burton with a personal recommandation from the available recordings of Mozart's 'wind' serenade K.361, sometimes known as the 'Gran Partita'2009-07-04T10:15:00+01:00cff1Formula One interviews, reaction and reports. Five Live presents a round-up of the race weekend.5lfdFootball news, interviews and discussion. Highlights from Radio 5 Live's reporting of the Premier League, The Championship, League One, League Two, the Champions League, the FA Cup and international football.A round-up of the week's football news including Michael Owen's possible move to Manchester United.2009-07-03T14:08:00+01:00evansCatch up with a week of Drivetime fun with Chris Evans. Hear the best stories and the biggest guests.Chris discovers the story behind Wimbledon's roof, celebrates Biscuit the dog's third birthday, and tells you why your 20p piece might be worth £50!2009-07-03T17:28:00+01:00ccOn the ground reporting from around the world which focuses on the human dimension of the big international stories.mayoThe best bits of Simon Mayo's afternoon show on BBC Radio 5 live which covers news, sport, film, music and more. For more information and the podcast Terms of Use go to www.bbc.co.uk/fivelive.Simon Mayo is joined at Wimbledon by actor Dave Morrisey, with a few interjections from Mark Kermode.2009-07-03T16:22:00+01:00ethicsProvocative weekly debate with William Crawley on moral, religious and ethical issues.How do we begin to assess the cultural legacy of Michael Jackson? Sociologist Ellis Cashmore says he was a troubled genius, and Stuart Baillie says the near-religious reaction to his death is becoming grubby. We'll also hear from James Moore, a leading Darwin expert, who hits back at critics of the great scientist who have portrayed him as a racist. In the week that loyalist paramilitaries decommission their arms, Harold Miller, a protestant Bishop in Northern Ireland, says its time for his community to repent for their part in the Troubles. And a victim goes in search of the priest who abused him in Beyond the Fire, the Irish director Maeve Murphy's new film about forgiveness and the possibility of redemption.2009-06-28T10:48:00+01:00nimusicThe best new music from Northern Ireland! Alongside a guide to the biggest Northern Irish tracks on the ATL playlist, Rigsy presents a short gig guide and a profile on a local act ATL reckons are about to set the world alight. Also expect exclusive session tracks and one off specials from your favourite festivals in Ireland ? north and south.excessbagTravellers' Tales from home and around the world: their destinations, experiences and issues arising from their journeys are discussed with Sandi Toksvig or John McCarthy from 1000 to 1030 am on Saturdays.Sandi Toksvig finds out from Fleur Britten about couch surfing in Asia and discusses with Benedict le Vay and Matthew Engel the pleasures and problems of travelling by train in Britain.2009-07-04T10:02:00+01:00farmingAll rural life is here: daily news of food, farming, the countryside and the environment with analysis and context from the BBC's experts in the field. Presented by Anna Hill, Miriam O'Reilly, Charlotte Smith and Mark Holdstock, Farming Today goes out every weekday on Radio 4 at 0545 (14 minutes) and at 0635 on Saturdays (22 minutes).As preparations get underway for the last ever Royal Show, Charlotte Smith is at Stoneleigh in Warwickshire to look at the future for agricultural shows across the UK.2009-07-04T07:00:00+01:00ftA hilarious look at the volatile world of sport. Colin Murray keeps order as his guests compete for points with their sporting punditry. Colin rewards informed comments but penalises any witless outbursts. Broadcast live on Saturdays at 11am on BBC Radio 5 live.fileon4A podcast offering Radio 4's award winning, flagship investigative series File on 4.What is the real cost to the NHS of legal fees from lawyers in medical negligence case?2009-06-30T19:53:00+01:00hardingFolk, roots and acoustic music. Mike Harding presents the latest album releases, interviews and news from the world of folk. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.Chris Wood discusses his new album ‘Albion – An Anthology’. Plus a round up of the week’s new releases from Nanci Griffith, James Yorkston and Martin Simpson.2009-07-01T20:00:00+01:00frictionThe best new and unsigned homegrown Asian artists presented by Bobby Friction. Listen to Friction live Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 22.00 on BBC Asian Network. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.Highlights from this week's Friction takeover with Noreen and her special guests, Jags Klimax, Panjabi by Nature, DJ Vix and Panjabi MC2009-07-03T18:03:00+01:00fricomedyBringing you both The Now Show and The News Quiz from BBC Radio 4. Enjoy a satirical take on the week's news with the cream of UK comedy talent. Currently offering The Now Show.Summertime: What are we missing while the sun is shining? Punt & Dennis investigate, while Marcus Brigstocke looks at the coverage of Michael Jackson's untimely death, Mitch Benn celebrates the repealing of an EU Law, Jon Holmes makes jokes about our bosses, and Laura Shavin reprises one of her most popular impersonations. Produced by Ed Morrish.2009-07-03T18:55:00+01:00foocInsight, wit and analysis as the BBC's foreign correspondents take a closer look at the stories behind the headlines. Presented by Kate Adie. Broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in the UK on Saturdays at 1130 BST and for about 25 weeks of the year, on Thursdays at 1102 BST. BBC World Service broadcasts on Saturdays and Sundays all year round, presented by Alan Johnston. For more information, a full list of programme broadcast times and the podcast Terms of Use go to www.bbc.co.uk/fromourowncorrespondentCaroline Wyatt hears British soldiers' tales of war in Helmand, Afghanistan; Emma Jane Kirby visits the 'Jungle' of refugee encampments around Calais; Rupert Wingfield-Hayes asks how President Obama can improve relations with Russia; Bethany Bell finds Iranians living in Dubai divided over events in their homeland and on Independence Day, Kevin Connolly lists reasons to celebrate the birthday of the United States.2009-07-04T14:01:00+01:00frontrowInterviews with leading novelists, musicians, film directors, artists and more, from Radio 4's flagship arts show, presented by Mark Lawson, Kirsty Lang and John Wilson. Front Row is broadcast on BBC Radio 4 each weekday evening at 7.15 - 7.45pm. Our podcast offers 30 minutes of highlights from the week's programmes, and a new edition appears every Friday.Johnny Depp reveals he "almost religiously" avoids watching himself on screen; Jeff Koons explains how the cost of modern art can be justified; Russell T Davies on the new Torchwood; Philip Hoare, winner of the 2009 Samuel Johnson Prize for Non Fiction; and Jo Brand, Joanna Scanlan and Vicki Pepperdine discuss their new comedy Getting On.2009-07-03T17:00:00+01:00greatlivesBiography series exploring the greatest people who ever lived. Matthew Parris interviews an eminent guest and an expert to reveal the truth behind their history heroes.homegrownRas Kwame brings you the best in new black British music. 1Xtra's weekly Introducing HomeGrown podcast is a selection of unsigned UK talent, available to download for free every Monday.Wretch 32 and Vis deliver 3 free unsigned fresher than fresh tracks just for you. This weeks podcast includes Birmingham Dancehall artist - Chuky. Sloughs RnB Star - Kurt Collins and the weatherman - Switchy B2009-06-28T23:38:00+01:00iotThe history of ideas discussed by Melvyn Bragg and guests including Philosophy, science, literature, religion and the influence these ideas have on us today.Melvyn Bragg discusses Logical Positivism, the radical early twentieth century philosophy movement which began in ‘Red’ Vienna and rejected much of past philosophy as not just false but meaningless. With Barry Smith, Nancy Cartwright and Thomas Uebel2009-07-02T10:18:00+01:00intouchNews, views and information for people who are blind or visually impaired. Presented by Peter White every Tuesday evening from 20:40 on BBC Radio 4.It is a statutory requirement that deafblind people receive support to communicate and socialise; so why are so many local authorities failing to identify their needs? Lucy Drescher from the deafblind charity Sense and Ann Bristow from the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services discuss. Many blind people are unimpressed by the move towards 'shared surfaces', where people and traffic share the same space. We join protesters in the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Kulveer Ranger, the Mayor of London's Director of Transport, answers their worries. Is it fair to take a guide dog on a long haul flight? We want listeners' views2009-07-02T09:18:00+01:00ipmWeekly podcast featuring passionate debate from across the web with Eddie Mair. Alternative takes on stories not always covered in the news - you decide what we report each week. Find the iPM blog at www.bbc.co.uk/ipm.A doctor sent us a dilemma. Should she tell patients about new drugs to prolong their lives even if the patient clearly can't afford them? And we give you a little more time to think...cuppa?2009-07-04T06:00:00+01:00irishIs é atá sa phodchraoladh seo ná míreanna ó chláracha Gaeilge BBC Raidió Uladh. Is é Blas príomhchlár Gaeilge an stáisiún, a chraoltar Luan, Máirt, Déardaoin agus Aoine á chur I láthair ag Lynette Fay, Tomaí Ó Conghaile is Brian Mullen. I rith Chraobhann Iomána agus Peile na hÉireann, tugann an clár An Domhnach Mór deis do lucht tacaíochta agus díograise na gcluichí a dtuairimí féin a nochtadh ina leith. Rogha míreanna ó na cláracha seo ar fad atá sa phodchraoladh. Bain sult as!ioloIolo Williams yn edrych ar rai o greaduriaid rhyfeddol a phrin y byd ac yn crwydro gwarchodfeydd bywyd gwyllt Cymru - dyma gyfle i chi ymuno â'r naturiaethwr enwog ar ei deithiau a chlywed ei argraffiadau personol o'r hyn mae'n ei weld o'i gwmpas.jazzlibAlyn Shipton identifies the key players, bandleaders, vocalists and arrangers who should form the cornerstone of any jazz collection. Jazz Library is broadcast on Saturdays at 16.00 on BBC Radio 3. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.Guy Barker was a great fan and personal friend of Freddie Hubbard, who died last year. In this week’s Jazz Library Podcast he joins Alyn Shipton to select the best recordings by Hubbard, which show the many facets of this remarkable musician, from tender ballads to storming hard bop, and from gentle flugelhorn sounds to blistering speed on the trumpet. We follow his several recording contracts with Blue Note, Atlantic, Impulse and CTI, finishing with a brand new release from Blue Note, capturing Hubbard on fine form at London's Royal Festival Hall.2009-06-27T16:30:00+01:00pienaarA weekly politics round-up presented by John Pienaar. The best of Prime Minister's Questions and the week in Westminster.John and his guest George Parker from the FT discuss the c-word: cuts. They also review this week's PMQs.2009-07-03T02:00:00+01:00rossWeekly highlights from Jonathan's Saturday morning show on BBC Radio 2: Top name TV, film and music guests, plus Jonathan's unbridled wit.Jonathan learns some basic measuring techniques from 'Mathmagician' Johnny Ball and singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright talks about his foray into the world of opera.2009-06-29T12:00:00+01:00lawSharp, insightful and witty reporting on the week?s legal news in language everyone can understand. From crime to divorce at home, to international law and war crimes abroad, barrister Clive Coleman gets behind the headlines to find out what legal developments really mean. This half-hour programme is broadcast at 4 pm on Tuesday afternoons on Radio 4 for 26 weeks a year. Podcasts are available for a week after transmission while the programme is on air.How can you convict someone of murder when there is no evidence as to who inflicted the fatal wound? Clive Coleman examines the controversial law of joint enterprise.2009-06-30T16:30:00+01:00letterInformative, educational and interesting. A special programme, in the form of a 'letter', specifically aimed at Gaelic learners who already have some knowledge of the language.Ruairidh continues with his tale of Iain Dubh Leòdhasach, an Seòladair. LEarn knew phrases and words whilst being entertained by this tale of the sailor from Lewis.2009-07-03T11:55:00+01:00lovebollyInterviews with the big stars and celebrities from the world of Bollywood, plus the latest news and your film reviews. All taken from 'Love Bollywood' on the BBC Asian Network, weekends from 9am presented by Raj & Pablo.Raj and Pablo catch up with the gorgeous Vidya Balan as she holidays in Cambridge.2009-07-01T12:51:00+01:00kermodeMark Kermode discusses the latest film releases with Simon Mayo. Lively, controversial and unmissable movie discussion. Broadcast live on Fridays at 3pm on BBC Radio 5 Live.Today at Wimbledon, Mark reviews Michael Mann's Public Enemies and tells us whether to bother grabbing the 3D glasses for Ice Age 3.2009-07-03T13:55:00+01:00materialWeekly science conversation, on everything from archaeology to zoology, from abacus to the antipodean rodent zyzomys, by way of meteorites. Presented by Quentin Cooper, and airing every Thursday, 4:30 pm.Quentin Cooper reports from the Royal Society's Summer Science Exhibition 2009. From the 6th formers detecting cosmic rays to the vets with a virtual cow's rear-end, it's quite a display...2009-07-02T18:00:00+01:00medmattersThe latest medical information and advice from Radio 4's health programmes. In Case Notes Dr Mark Porter takes an in-depth look at a different topic each week, speaking to doctors, patients and researchers about the latest treatments. In All in the Mind, psychologist, Claudia Hammond examines how we think and why we behave as we do.Following the Lord Bradley Review of the Criminal Justice System, All In the Mind’s Claudia Hammond takes a look at some recommendations that aim to better serve those with mental illness who end up in police custody.2009-06-30T22:00:00+01:00midweekDiverse conversation with Libby Purves and her four guests. The focus of Midweek is personal experience, the story behind the story. A mix of the famous, the infamous, and first time broadcasters. Forty-five minutes of lively conversation to start the day.This week Libby Purves is joined by freerunner Dan Edwardes, author of a new book The Parkour and Freerunning Handbook; Yussuf Dayo Saqawa, a member of the Kenyan Boy's Choir; artist Claire Phillips on her exhibition The Human Face of Death Row at the Oxo Gallery on London's Southbank; and children's author, poet and broadcaster Michael Rosen on a new stage adaptation of his book We're Going on a Bear Hunt.2009-07-01T12:25:00+01:00moneyboxAll that matters about money with Paul Lewis. News of savings and investments, credit cards and loans, pensions, banking, tax, benefits and giving to charity. The UK's premier weekly round-up of personal finance from the BBC. Programme broadcast each Saturday at 1204 BST and episodes added each Saturday afternoon. Each episode approx 24 mins. You will also receive podcasts of Money Box Live ? the interactive programme answering questions about personal finance issues, hosted by either Paul Lewis or Vincent Duggleby. Broadcast each Wednesday at 1502 BST and with episodes added each Wednesday afternoon.Unwanted credit card cheques could be banned if government plans become law. Plus: Young drivers, house prices, pensions and the Keydata fraud investigation.2009-07-04T11:24:00+01:00moreorlessMore or Less makes sense of the numbers that surround us and that rule our world. With wit, freshness and simplicity Tim Harford shows the genuine significance of statistics, productivity, performance indicators, measurements and quantification of every kind. We all use numbers in so many ways to argue about, understand, help make sense of the world around us. More or Less hopes to make that task easier, more entertaining, more surprising. This half-hour programme is broadcast at 1330 on Friday afternoons and repeated at 2000 on Sundays on Radio 4.huwintroThe most exciting new music from emerging artists and DIY labels introduced to you by Radio 1's Huw Stephens. Hip-Hop, Drum n' Bass, Electronica, Indie and Folk...it's the best music you've never heard.The BBC Introducing tent rocked Glastonbury! Hear live highlights from Two Door Cinema Club, King Charles, Rogues, KOF, Goldheart Assembly, Dimbleby & Capper, Life In Film and Fists. And talking of Fists, they're on our DIY Label Of The Week, Hello Thor.2009-07-03T18:03:00+01:00musicmatThe latest news on classical music. Interviews with key UK and international performers, composers, directors, conductors and musicians. With features on opera, jazz, world and community music making. BBC Radio 3's 45 minute music magazine show presented by Tom Service and Petroc Trelawny. Broadcast every Saturday at 12.15pm (exc. last Sat in month). Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.Tom Service investigates the story of Debussy's Pelleas et Melisande through the lives of the women so closely involved in the opera's creation, as a new book examining the work is published. As Kaija Saariaho's opera L'Amour de loin opens at English National Opera, Tom meets the composer and the director Daniele Finzi Pasca. Sound artist Martin Parker discusses his new works for headphones, designed specially for locations around East Neuk in Scotland. Tom explores perceptions of classical music with the help of BBC 6 Music's Chris Hawkins.2009-07-04T13:00:00+01:00musicweekThe week's music news condensed into a handy snack for your mp3 player! Julie Cullen and Matt Everitt discuss the latest issues and interview movers and shakers from the music business, as heard on BBC 6 Music every Sunday.A very special Glastonbury Podcast featuring the best bits from our three shows from Worthy Farm. Includes interviews with The Specials, The Prodigy, Klaxons, and Jack White. Plus Pharell Williams leads the tributes to Michael Jackson.2009-06-29T18:25:00+01:00newalesJoin Adam Walton for a round-up of the news, sport, entertainment and stories from North East Wales that have aired this week on BBC Radio Wales. The podcast is available from 1:00 PM every Friday.pauljonesClassic R&B and the cream of new blues releases, featuring exclusive live sessions and interviews. Presented by Paul Jones every Monday evening on BBC Radio 2. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.Hamilton Loomis in session, plus tracks from Little Feat, Ry Cooder, Ruthie Foster, Otis Rush, Buddy Guy, The Shirelles, Mighty Sam McClain and more...2009-06-29T20:00:00+01:00worldbizInsights into the business world with Peter Day - featuring content from his Radio 4 In Business programme, and also Global Business from the BBC World Service. You can visit In Business at http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/news/inbusiness/inbusiness.shtml and Global Business at http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/programmes/global_business.shtmlPeter Day scrutinises the art of innovation and wonders whether it might not be one way out of the current economic recession. Producer: Caroline Bayley Editor: Stephen Chilcott2009-06-30T01:06:00+01:00podsThe week's news as seen by bloggers, podcasters and citizen journalists. Every Tuesday, as part of the Up All Night programme, BBC Radio 5 live takes a look at world events from the perspective of the online community. Get involved with the show through the programme blog http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/podsandblogsprofileSeries of profiles of people who are currently making headlines. Broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on Saturdays at 7pm.Jonathan Maitland on House of Commons Speaker John Bercow2009-06-27T19:02:00+01:00promsintsSean Rafferty and Petroc Trelawny with interviews from performers, conductors, and composers taking part in this year's BBC Proms. Listen live to In Tune on BBC Radio 3 - Monday to Friday at 5pm. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.r1chartFearne and Reggie present a bite-sized run-down of Radio 1's Official Chart Show top 40 singles and downloads, and chat to some of the artists tipping the top this week. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.Basement Jaxx on their hectic summer diary. La Roux tells us that Jennifer Lopez is a fan of hers. Florence on dressing like a Spice Girl. Scott Mills is in for Fearne & Reggie.2009-06-28T20:31:00+01:00r1danceA guide to the week in dance music with Pete Tong. Including interviews, album reviews and DJ recommendations for the hottest records hitting the dance-floors this week. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.Your guide to the best new dance music. This week Pete brings you bite-sized portions of his big three from Lys featuring Mooli, 2020 Soundsystem & Ant Brooks. Get a taste of last week's Essential New Tune by Tiefschwarz. Plus hear all about hot producer on the block, Tommy Sparks.2009-07-02T21:45:00+01:00radio1entsThe week's top 10 showbiz news, gossip and star interviews from across the world brought to you by Radio 1's Entertainment News team.The week's top 10 showbiz stories including: Michael Jackson's death shocks the world, Kasabian and Dizzee Rascal rock Glastonbury, and Take That's record breaking tour kicks off.2009-07-03T09:59:00+01:00r1mixA 5 minute mix from the hottest DJs and producers around, as featured on Annie Mac's Mash Up on Radio 1. Past mini-mixers include Mark Ronson, Nextmen, Fatboy Slim and High Contrast. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.DJ Yoda puts together a 5 minute tribute to the life of Michael Jackson2009-07-03T23:20:00+01:00r1indieA guide to the week in indie with Steve Lamacq. Including news, features, interviews and recommended tracks from the bands playing toilet circuits, venues and festivals near you. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.ramblingsRamblings is now featured on the Coast And Country podcast which brings you the very best of the British countryside every week of the year. As well as Clare's regular walks you'll be able to catch up with Matt Baker and Helen Mark's Open Country adventures around the British Isles. For year-round walks, wildlife and great stories from rural Britain sign up to the Coast and Country podcast here: www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/countryrhodWales's star of the comedy circuit, Rhod Gilbert, is joined by fellow stand-up Chris Corcoran for entertaining chat and banter. Broadcast weekly on Radio Wales, every Saturday from 11 AM to 1 PM.Rhod gives Lloyd Langford a French lesson, takes him to task over the ongoing mouse problem and Rhod explains why he doesn't Twitter.2009-06-27T16:24:00+01:00rugbywcMatt Dawson and his guests preview the weekend's action in 5 live Rugby Special, and Matt hears from the fans in Rugby 606.rh6mLaughs and ridiculous stories on the young comedian's weekly Sunday show on 6 Music.drkarlDr Chris Smith aka The Naked Scientist with the latest news from the world of science and Dr Karl answers listeners' science questions on Radio 5 Live's Up All Night programme. Dr Chris Smith broadcast on Mondays at 1:30am and Dr Karl broadcast live on Thursdays at 3am.Once again this week Dr Rhod is joined by Dr Karl to answer the weird and wonderful questions of the wrold of science2009-07-02T05:13:00+01:00scotintroAlternative and Indie music from the best of Scotland's unsigned talent as featured on Vic Galloway's shows on Radio Scotland and Radio 1.Vic Galloway presents some of the best new underground music to come out of Scotland. Be the first to hear new prog rock from Vchecka, rocking indie from Quiver & The Lady Snatchers, alternative pop from Team Turnip and live music from Sparrow & The Workshop.2009-07-03T12:30:00+01:00outdoorsYour free, weekly, pocket guide to the Scottish outdoors. A flavour of the countryside in 15 minutes!Sea Eagles, sea shanties and sixties camping gear.2009-07-04T08:00:00+01:00millsA daily slice of Scott, with more silly features, immature banter, crank calls, and Flirt Divert, taken from their show every day on Radio 1 from 4pm to 7pm.We go through some more of your auditions for Scott Mills the musical. Plus, Beccy asks for a pillow, Scott has a problem with window cleaners and Chappers still hates cats. There's also more of your correspondence in Dear Scott and of course, Oh! What's Occurring.2009-07-03T11:39:00+01:00scotfootThe latest news from the world of Scottish football from BBC Radio Scotland. Get the best bits from Off the Ball, Your Call and Sportsound. Over the summer, the podcast will be available on Saturday and Sundays, with the occasional midweek episode when the European matches kick-in.Jonathan Sutherland, Tam Cowan, John Robertson and Jack Ross discuss the latest news in Scottish football.2009-07-04T12:53:00+01:00silverstGritty daily radio soap set in a vibrant urban community. Want something that really gets to grips with your issues? This soap brings different cultures and generations together and isn't afraid to tackle taboo stories rocking the foundations of relationships, family and religion. The cast reflect the cultural mix of Britain today strongly representing British Asian, Irish and Black characters in a cool non-stereotypical way. Also check out some of your favourite tunes pumping through the drama - every song tells a story! Silver Street is broadcast on BBC Asian Network at 12.15 Monday to Friday, with an omnibus at 4.30pm on Sundays.Rita, Pradeep and Arun are shocked by what they discover in Leicester. Meanwhile back home, Roopa is shocked by what she sees in the street.2009-07-03T12:15:00+01:00sportsweekGarry Richardson interviews the biggest names in sport. Sony award-winning sports journalism from BBC Radio 5 Live. Broadcast live on Sundays at 9am.This week on Sportsweek, we talk to Andy Murray and Roger Federer as they ease throught to the fourth round of Wimbledon. Former champion Virginia Wade, Penny Perry, daughter of tennis legend Fred Perry, Greg Rusedski, and Mark Petchey, also join us. Lions coach Ian McGeechan, and Will Carling talk to us following the series loss against South Africa. Elsewhere, we get the thoughts of Shane Warne ahead of the Ashes, and Sven Goran Eriksson on England's U-21 progress.2009-06-28T10:37:00+01:00stwStart The Week sets the cultural agenda for the week ahead, with high-profile guests discussing the ideas behind their work in the fields of art, literature, film, science, history, society and politics.Andrew Marr is joined by banker and priest Stephen Green, the philosopher Susan Neiman, the conductor Edward Gardner and the novelist Justin Cartwright2009-06-29T10:39:00+01:00wrightHighlights from Steve Wright's afternoon show on BBC Radio 2. For more information, and the podcast Terms of Use, go to www.bbc.co.uk/radio2The Gossip's lead singer Beth Ditto spills the beans on her interestingly-named family; Tim chats to Hollywood superstar Johnny Depp about his new film 'Public Enemies', and Steve and team try to get a word in edgeways with 'Chattyman' Alan Carr.2009-07-03T16:50:00+01:00sundayRoger Bolton presents religious news and analysis into the top stories from the UK and abroad. From Christianity to Islam, Hinduism to Judaism, every weekOdhiambo Joseph on witch burning in Kenya; Trevor Barnes on reaction of Iranians in Britain; Papal Encyclical, Pope's response to credit crunch; BMA motion to discuss NHS staff praying for patients; Report by Kevin Bocquet on future of Northern Ireland's Orange Order; Dr Firpo Carr on Michael Jackson's religious belief; Dr Dee Dyas and Rev Nicky Gumbel discuss biblical literacy.2009-06-28T07:59:00+01:00archersContemporary drama in a rural setting from the world's longest running radio soap opera. Follow the lives of the residents of the fictional farming community of Ambridge. Original programmes broadcast 1900 hrs Sunday - Friday. Episodes added daily (except Saturdays).Ambridge’s latest arrival makes himself at home.2009-07-03T19:20:00+01:00bottomlineInsight into business from the people at the top. Evan Davis meets influential business leaders for a round table conversation about the issues that matter to their companies and their customers. The BBC produces two radio versions of this programme - one for the UK audience that can be heard on BBC Radio 4 on Thursday evenings at 20:30 GMT, and one for the international audience that can be heard on BBC World Service on Fridays at 22:06 GMT.This week, Evan Davis asks his three leading business guests to reveal how they stay in touch with what’s happening down on the ground. Is it, as Evan suggests, just wandering about chatting to people or providing suggestion boxes here and there? And he wonders how easy it is to lose focus when you want to grow your business. Join his guests Carolyn McCall, Chief Executive of the Guardian Media Group; Peter Taylor, Managing Partner of private equity group Duke Street; and Patrick Dempsey, Managing Director of Whitbread Hotels and Restaurants, including Premier Inn.2009-07-02T20:31:00+01:00filmInterviews and analysis from the world of cinema. Francine Stock talks to directors, writers and critics about the latest film releases, classics on DVD and movies on television.Michael Mann gives us the lowdown on Public Enemies. Paul Schrader on screen-writing and Thelma Schoonmaker on The Red Shoes2009-07-03T17:00:00+01:00taLaurie Taylor explores the latest research into how society works and discusses current ideas on how we live today.From dizziness to chronic pain, the overstretched health service is faced with increasing numbers of patients with symptoms that defy a medical explanation. They're often subject to repeated tests and treatment yet their illness persists. Laurie Taylor is joined by Monica Greco, whose research suggests the practice of patient choice ensures many such patients get worse rather than better. Also Roisin Ryan Flood, the author of "Lesbian Motherhood:Gender, Families and Sexual Citizenship" talks about the growing numbers of lesbians choosing to have children by donor insemination and the evolution of new definitions of family.2009-07-01T17:34:00+01:00thoughtA unique reflection from a faith perspective on topical issues and news events. Speakers from across the world?s major faiths offer a spiritual insight rooted in the theology of their own tradition. This brief, uninterrupted interlude has the capacity to plant a seed of thought that stays with listeners during the day. Thought for the Day is broadcast during the Today programme on BBC Radio 4 every morning at around 7.45am.Catherine Pepinster – Editor of the Tablet2009-07-03T11:30:00+01:00tipBBC correspondents report from Westminster on the most significant of the day's stories in Parliament.The Bill that's supposed to clean up Parliament runs into trouble...and is it time for England to get a devolved Parliament?2009-07-03T23:59:00+01:00trintroBBC 6 Music's new album-length podcast - a dozen new handpicked tunes every week from Tom Robinson's Introducing shows in the small hours of Sunday and Monday mornings: full length tracks by upcoming artists, direct from their own websites.No podcast this week.2009-06-29T14:16:00+01:00vaughanArweiniad hanfodol i'r wythnos wleidyddol, gyda Vaughan Roderick, Golygydd Materion Cymreig y BBC, yn crynhoi a rhoi ei farn ar y straeon a sibrydion o'r Senedd ym Mae Caerdydd a San Steffan yn Llundain. Yn cynnwys rhifyn yr wythnos o "Dau o'r Bae", gyda Vaughan Roderick, Bethan Lewis a phanel o wleidyddion a sylwebwyr yn trafod straeon gwleidyddol yr wythnos. Am fwy o wybodaeth ewch i http://www.bbc.co.uk/radiocymru/Mae Vaughan yn sgwrsio gyda Llyr ap Gareth o'r Comisiwn Newid Etholiadol2009-07-03T15:00:00+01:00moneyAward-winning business and financial news, presented by Andrew Verity and Mickey Clark. Broadcast live every weekday morning at 5.30am on BBC Radio 5 Live.Andy Verity and Mickey Clark present this morning's business stories, including: A rogue trader has spiked an oil price this week and cost his firm $10 million. The government has admitted that no one has yet bought a house under a multi-million pound government scheme to help people in England onto the property ladder. We also look at Business Secretary Peter Mandelson's trip to Luton today to see if he can give a bit of encouragement to the under pressure car industry concentrated there. Finally, a company in south London has started the UK's first all female apprenticeship in a building with a million pounds invested.2009-07-03T06:18:00+01:00woganWeekly highlights from Terry Wogan's Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2.While Sir Terry lies down in a darkened room, Janet & John go to the delicatessen...2009-07-03T17:30:00+01:00wprTop political commentators reflect on the week's political events in discussion with MPs, Peers and othersA relaunch, a setback and a by-election. And why is David Cameron so aggressive in the Commons?2009-07-04T11:31:00+01:00whnewsRadio 4's Woman's Hour brings you topical subjects in the news, interviews and dicussions on issues affecting women around the world. Jenni Murray and Jane Garvey bring you the big celebrity names and leading women in the news and subjects range widely from politics to health, law, education, arts, parenting, relationships, work, fiction, food and fashion. Woman's Hour is broadcast Monday to Friday on BBC Radio 4 from 10.00 - 11.00. The podcast features highlights from each day's programme and will be published daily Monday to Friday. Find out more at www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/womanshourJane O'Brien, from the General Medical Council, and Andy Cole, of the charity BLISS, talk about new GMC guideline on the doctor/parent relationship in neonatal intensive care units. Jenni Murray also chats to French journalist Anne-Elizabeth Moutet about Marine Le Pen, the daughter of France's National Front leader - Jean-Marie Le Pen. Plus, there's a discussion about Laura Ashley and the Country House look between her son - Nick Ashley - and her biographer Martin Wood.2009-07-03T11:19:00+01:00wfExpert answers to your questions in World Football: The Phone-in from BBC Radio 5 Live's Up All Night programme.On this week's edition of the world football phone in Dotun Adebayo is joined by our man man in South America Ronaldingo (tim Vickery and) as well as our man on the European football scene The Top Brass (Andy Brassell) to talk players, league and transfers here and there.2009-07-04T04:14:00+01:00wroutesWorld Music performance, reviews and features presented by Lucy Duran and guest experts every Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock on BBC Radio 3. New episodes are added most Saturdays. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.yydisabLatest news on legislation, public policy and social trends and their impact on people with disabilities of all kinds. Investigations into products and medical advances designed to improve life with a disability.yyenvLatest news on 'green' consumerism from taxes on aviation to food miles to availability of grants to insulate the home. Investigations into energy policy and carbon offsetting.yyhealthLatest news on how changes in the NHS affect patient care. Private medicine, scientific advances and controversies over new drugs and treatments. Special investigations.zaneRadio 1's Zane Lowe brings you a mix of the hottest records played on his show this week. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.Huw steps in for Zane with our heater tracks of the week including the brand new track from Dizzee Rascal & Calvin Harris - Holiday.2009-07-02T13:47:00+01:00pigionY darnau gorau o raglenni Radio Cymru dros yr wythnos ddiwethaf, gyda chyflwyniadau clir a syml gan Rebecca Jones fydd o gymorth i chi wella'ch iaith. Addas ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg a dysgwyr uwch. Highlights of the past week on Radio Cymru, with easy to understand introductions to help you improve your Welsh. Suitable for advanced learners. Am fwy o wybodaeth ewch i http://www.bbc.co.uk/radiocymru/pigion/Sgwrs am y sefyllfa yn Iran; ffrae am gyngerdd Ysgol Glanaethwy; bywyd Iolo Morgannwg; atgofion am yr Arwisgiad; Gwyl Smithsonian yn Washington; pobol hyn yn dawnsio.2009-07-01T17:00:00+01:00doctorwhoThe cast and crew of Doctor Who take you behind the scenes with fascinating facts and irreverent observations on every special this year. Find out more at www.bbc.co.uk/doctorwholanWhere sport meets comedy on BBC Radio 4. Garry Richardson anchors a new series of hot-off-the-press sports sketches, spoof interviews, non-expert analysis and music. The show is broadcast on Wednesdays at 6.30pm and looks back at the last five days' action as well as forward to the sporting weekend ahead (a bit like Linda Blair in the Exorcist but with less vomit and more badminton), and the series runs for three weeks. For more information and the podcast Terms of Use go to www.bbc.co.uk/podcastsFeaturing interviews with a betting syndicate's 'Mr Big' and Kevin Pietersen, also England's new 2018 World Cup bid song and a calamitous investigation into the Hawkeye System, with Garry Richardson.2009-07-01T19:17:00+01:00lambExcited? You should be. The best of the best this week from the brodcasting mayhem that David Attenborough likes to call 'The George Lamb Show'. Expect surreal humour, daft questions, random silliness and plenty of belly laughs from George and his tiny sidekick Marc, as heard every weekday morning on BBC 6 Music. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.In this weeks podcast George catches up with Des O Connor, Mary Wilson of The Supremes, weird science with Michael Brookes looking at the science of Mick Hucknall and mindreader Mark Cairns freaks him out.2009-07-01T17:24:00+01:00wimbledonJeff Tarango and Pat Cash head back to SW19 to review the action and get behind the scenes at Wimbledon 2009. Every day the pair will pick out their favourite moments on-court and also reveal what happens off-court. Interviews, news and plenty of opinion for the duration of the tournament.Jeff goes in search of value for money at Wimbledon and asks if Henman Hill should be officially renamed Murray Mound.2009-07-03T21:43:00+01:00satliveReal life but not as you know it. Radio 4's Saturday morning show is full of the stuff that matters, extraordinary stories, inheritance tracks, guerrilla reports, secret lives, poetry and more. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK. For more information go to www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts.Fi Glover is joined by the Irish novelist John Boyne. With poetry from Luke Wright. Raj Gill turned £7000 into £7 million in just two years by dealing in stocks and shares. But within a couple of years he had lost the lot, having entrusted £10 million pounds to a broker. Anne Crosby' son Matthew was born in London in 1964 with Down's Syndrome. 1960’s Britain didn’t give him the kind of welcome that he could hope for, and deserve, now but Matthew’s arrival in the world was the start of a life of conflicting emotions for him and his family. Listener Trevor Kent just happened to be in Chalfont St Giles in 1970 when the movie of Dad's Army was being filmed. Plus Inheritance Tracks from best selling American crime writer Harlan Coben.2009-07-04T11:34:00+01:005lsotdPeter Allen and Anita Anand present their favourite story of the day from BBC Radio 5 Live's Drive programme. Sometimes quirky, sometimes serious, always interesting and entertainingpovFor the coming weeks the Point of View podcast presents a series of talks by Sir David Attenborough. Recalling experiences from seven decades of exploring the natural world, Sir David presents a series of life stories about animals and plants of particular fascination to him.Songsters: People are not alone on earth who sing. Many birds do and even another ape. What messages are conveyed in the syllables, melodies and repeated phrases - And who's listening?2009-07-03T21:00:00+01:00wnc4 minute weekday news bulletin for 7-14 year olds. Accompanying scripts available on the BBC World Class website - bbc.co.uk/worldclass.Michael Jackson's final rehearsal video released. Three new dinosaur species discovered. Afghans climb Mount Noshaq. Michael Owen on his way to Man United?2009-07-03T13:15:00+01:00basementRonnie Herel celebrates the old skool black music that influences the sounds of today. Check out the full show every Sunday from 1-4pm on 1Xtra. Available to download weekly. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.DJ Bailey plays Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and other classics from back in the day, in conversation with Ronnie Herel2009-06-28T16:00:00+01:00discoveryEach week, Discovery takes an in-depth look at the most significant ideas, discoveries and trends in science, from the smallest microbe to the furthest corner of space.In Canada a plague of beetles is muching it way through the nation's pine trees. The mountain pine beetle epidemic now threatens to spread to the US. Julian Siddle looks at the causes of the outbreak and its implications for the forestry industry.2009-07-01T10:32:00+01:00forumBridget Kendall hosts three prominent international thinkers debating big ideas. Duration 48 minutes. Programme broadcast on Sunday on BBC World Service, updated weekly. For more information go to bbc.co.uk/worldservice/programmes/forum.shtmlDisgard the practises inherited from colonialism and learn from indigenous traditions - a message to Africa's leaders from environmentalist Wangari Maathai; the power of old women via Slavic witch Baba Yaga with novelist Dubravka Ugresic; appreciating the bacteria in our bodies with geneticist Jane Peterson; ideas discussion chaired by Bridget Kendall2009-06-28T09:06:00+01:00talkbackTalk Back was Northern Ireland's first news phone-in programme and has been on air for more than 20 years. For many years it was a sounding board for the public to react and comment on the sectarian violence of the troubles and the development of the peace process. Today the agenda reflects the changing shape of Northern Ireland - topics like anti-social behaviour, hospital cleanliness and devolution issues are now high on the agenda. It is presented by David Dunseith, one of NI's best known broadcasters. For more information go to www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts.The debate over whether Ronnie Biggs should be released from prison, a senior member of the Orange Order questions the direction it's taking and Talk Back investigates the mysterious hole of Comber.2009-07-03T14:01:00+01:00andersonFrom Monday to Thursday you'll get a short daily compilation of the very best bits of the Gerry Anderson show, while on Friday you'll receive the pick of the week... Stories, impersonations, philosophising, musings, jokes and interviews - all without a script. What's it all about? Listen on.Gerry's new musical about the Siege of Derry "Shut That Gate", a one way conversation with the legendary comedian Bob Hope, to "Hugh Orde" singing "I've Got Rhythm". It's been a diverse week on Gerry Anderson.2009-07-03T12:00:00+01:00tyrInspirational family history stories and key genealogy advice. Sally Magnusson and Nick Barratt uncover personal perspectives on social history and give listeners the tools to become family history detectives.bizdailyExamining the big issues facing the global economy, Business Daily demystifies the world of money. From giant industries like aviation and automotive to the smallest scale start-up, Business Daily asks the big questions about free trade, technology and investment. There is also analysis of management and marketing trends, and what business jargon really means - together with reports on business news from around the world via the BBC's global network of reporters.Sun, sea and NO taxes - what's not to like? But the Cayman Islands has been attacked for being a centre of tax evasion. Business Daily talks to the head of its financial industry who argues it's been unfairly targeted. Also, the yoghurt factory in Bangladesh that's not intended to make a profit. Find out why2009-07-03T09:30:00+01:00digitalpHow digital technology affects our lives around the world.Wired's editor-in-chief Chris Anderson on his new book FREE; Cyberbullying report; BBC Save our Sounds project needs your help!2009-06-30T08:30:00+01:00docarchiveThroughout the week BBC World Service offers a wide range of documentaries and other factual programmes. This podcast offers you the chance to access landmark series from our archive.Teenagers on the island of Alert Bay, British Columbia, talk openly about the beauty and frustration on living in a remote place.2009-07-02T17:17:00+01:00healthcThe BBC World Service's weekly round up of global health stories and topical issues in medicine.Are we close to seeing the end of Polio? The secrets of ageing. The scourge of hayfever. And the medical benefits of marijuana.2009-06-29T10:32:00+01:00igGives you the facts and background information behind a story in the news.interviewHear from the major players who shape our world. What motivates them and drives their thinking. This weekly programme is presented by Carrie Gracie and Owen Bennett-Jones. The half-hour, one-on-one interview lets you get inside the heads of decision makers and important thinkers.Stephen Green is the chairman of one of the world's largest banks -- HSBC. He is also an ordained minister in the Anglican church. He tells Carrie Gracie how he reconciles the world of money with more spiritual life goals.2009-07-03T23:32:00+01:00oneplanetOne Planet covers environmental, development and agriculture stories, dealing with the impact of humankind on the natural world.Mike Williams debates the US climate change bill, meets a polar explorer and discovers wetlands - at home and abroad.2009-07-02T10:30:00+01:00sciaThe BBC World Service's weekly look at new developments in science from around the world.A new El Nino? A new warming in the Pacific Ocean revealed - what does it mean? Microscratches on dinosaur teeth reveal eating secrets; Baboon & Human DNA parallel evolution against disease; Summer Science2009-07-03T10:36:00+01:00whysThe BBC News programme where you set the agenda.As India decriminalising homosexuality, should all countries be able to keep it illegal if most people in that country are against gay relationship?2009-07-03T19:26:00+01:00wswfThis podcast gets right under the skin of world football with extraordinary stories, interviews, and features from BBC World Service's World Football.The United States are bidding for the World Cup,15 years after they hosted the tournament. World Football speaks with some of the most important decision makers in the country. Presenter Sean Wheelock is in Washington DC, with Senate Leader Harry Reid and President Barrack Obama's press secretary to discuss their country's bid for the 2018 World Cup and to see if "soccer" can again capture the public's interest. They are joined by US international defender Jimmy Conrad, who has played in the last World Cup and who directly benefited from the United States World Cup in 1994.2009-07-03T13:41:00+01:00globalartsGlobal Arts and Entertainment is the weekly compilation of the best of The Strand. The Strand is the home of arts and entertainment on the BBC World Service, presented by Harriett Gilbert and Mark Coles. The Strand covers the most exciting and interesting music, books, films, architecture, dance, cultural events and big name interviews from all corners of the globe.'Disgrace' the film; Chuck Plahnuik; Fred D'Aguiar; Kenyan Boys Choir perform live.2009-07-04T09:06:00+01:00globalnewsThe best stories, interviews and on the spot reporting from around the world including highlights from Newshour, The World Today and World Briefing. Up to 30 minutes Compiled twice a day from the 24 hour News coverage from the BBC World Service.Trial for Britain's Teheran embassy staff / UN chief meets Burma's military leader / Buzz Aldrin remembers Apollo 11.2009-07-03T16:31:00+01:00cbeebiesCBeebies favourites, fun, songs and stories for those under 6. Download this week's selection from CBeebies on BBC Radio 7.Blue Cow visits a royal castle and becomes Queen Blue Cow for the day! It's the worms' turn to say a poem in Poetry Pie and Justin's here with Justin's Jokes. Introduced by David.2009-07-02T07:35:00+01:00mediaBBC Radio 4's new topical programme The Media Show, presented by journalist and former TV executive Steve Hewlett, featuring the latest stories and opinion from the fast-changing world of media in all its forms; print, television, radio, online and telecommunications.This week’s MEDIA SHOW is a special session recorded live at the Radio Academy’s Radio Festival in Nottingham. All the industry’s key players are there and hot topics up for discussion include switch over from analogue radio to digital, BBC executive pay, the future of Radio1 and Radio 2, the competition between the BBC and commercial radio stations, and how we’ll be listening to radio in future – or possibly watching it. Steve Hewlett’s panel includes BBC Director of Audio and Music Tim Davie and veteran broadcaster Paul Gambaccini.2009-07-01T15:55:00+01:00r2weekndrClaudia Winkleman's weekly feast of the finest offerings from Film, Theatre, Arts, TV and Music. Lively debate, intimate interviews and the latest news and views delivered with wit and laughter.Spinal Tap at Glastonbury and the festivals reaction to the death of Michael Jackson. Claudia chats to the soulful Mica Paris plus film reviews with Nev Pierce, and the stars of Mexican cinema Gael Garcia Bernal and Diego Luna.2009-06-29T12:48:00+01:00nathistoryWorld On the Move: throughout 2008 the Philippa Forrester and Brett Westwood are joined by zoologists and conservationists from around the world as the BBC Natural History Unit reports on the great animal migrations.cotwDonald Macleod explores the life and work of composers. Composer Of The Week is one of BBC Radio 3's longest-running series and is broadcast on Radio 3 Monday to Friday at 12 noon. It's a guide to finding out more about composers, and an introduction to exploring their music. This podcast episode is an edited compliation of the entire week's programmes and is published each Friday lunchtime. The podcast is only available within the UK.Donald Macleod continues his exploration of Schubert’s final years, with studio guest Stephen Johnson.2009-07-03T13:03:00+01:00freakzoneWeekly highlights from Stuart Maconie's award-winning journey into the world of the strange, as broadcast on BBC 6 Music every Sunday. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.tmsThe latest international cricket news and views from the peerless Test Match Special team at all of England's international matches. Insight, wit and analysis from Jonathan Agnew and Geoffrey Boycott, plus interviews with the top players at the end of every day's play.wbcWorld Book Club invites the globe?s great authors to discuss their best known novel. This monthly programme, presented by Harriett Gilbert, includes questions by World Service listeners.Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie discusses her novel Half of a Yellow Sun.2009-06-04T12:00:00+01:00wbnewsAnalysis of the day's big global business developments and how they affect consumers, investors and the environment. Every day, we ask the major questions. Are big corporations too powerful? Are prices too high? What gadgets are people buying? Hear company executives put on the spot. And you can catch up with the drama on Wall Street, with a daily report on the market's mood. Presenters Mike Johnson and Roger Hearing steer you through the complexities of the world of money.Usually it takes a major global event like the outbreak of war to move the price of oil by more than two dollars within the space of an hour. But that's exactly what happened this week - not because of war, but because of the actions of a rogue trader... we hear how much power financial speculators now have to inflate the cost of our energy.2009-07-03T21:23:00+01:00bizweeklyEverything you need to know from the world of work and money. The key interviews, reports and thoughts of the week. Presented by Lesley Curwen and Steve Evans this weekend round up of the best of Business Daily gives you the big thinkers and big names in just 30 minutes. Covering business, economics, workplace technology and management theory, Business Weekly gives you the edge in Monday morning watercooler conversations.Business Weekly lines up for the unemployment office - but how much should governments everywhere be spending? And should they be concentrating on saving existing jobs or creating new ones? In Germany they pay a million people to work shorter hours or to stay at home. They call it Kurzarbeit, literally "short work". But is it worth the money? And where there is no such safety net - half a world away in Indonesia, where the search for work is desperate.2009-07-03T22:32:00+01:00forum60secThe Forum: 60 Second Idea to Improve the World. Bridget Kendall invites one of three global thinkers to propose a radical idea, and all guests discuss its merit. Extracted from The Forum, broadcast on Sundays on BBC World Service, updated weekly. Duration approx 5 min.All God’s institutions and representatives should give up their material possessions to the millions of children starving the world over. God will appreciate such a gesture more then anything. A business proposal by novelist Dubravka Ugresic2009-06-28T09:06:00+01:00liveseyPutting a smile on your face that'll last all day. Tony Livesey and his amazing insight into local, national and international events with regular contributions from the good people of Lancashire. It's a sideways glance at life from behind a wall with a slightly obscured view. Tony Livesey presents breakfast on BBC Radio Lancashire, weekdays 0700-0900.In a sweltering week here in Lancashire,Livesey discovered what all the whispering's about in doubles tennis, met the coolest man on the Fylde and sent reporter David Saville to play hide and seek with a savage dog!2009-07-04T06:00:00+01:00nonleagueFor the fans, by the fans; a Non League football show with the best guests and latest news from the world of grassroots football.vanessaLondon's best radio talk show where Londoners get to discuss the light and shade of life in the capital - the Vanessa Feltz show goes out Mon-Sat from 9am-12midday on 94.9fm.On this week's podcast Vanessa asked her lovely listeners if they would consider sending their children abroad so they could get back to their roots. Also, she asked if London can cope with this week's hot weather? And how seriously do you take critics?2009-07-03T14:30:00+01:00nufcPost-match highlights, interviews and reaction following all Newcastle United matches. BBC Radio Newcastle offers the best Newcastle coverage and great commentary highlights from Mick Lowes with analysis from Newcastle legend John Anderson. It's the first place to hear the thoughts of the manager, views from the players and reaction from fans. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.safcPost match highlights, interviews and reaction following all Sunderland AFC matches. BBC Radio Newcastle offers the best Sunderland coverage - great commentary highlights from Nick Barnes with analysis from Sunderland legend Gary Bennett. It's the first place to hear the thoughts of manager Ricky Sbragia, views from the players and reaction from fans. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.weekenderThe best new music from across Northamptonshire and beyond. Natasha and Ally present a weekly dose of interviews, gigs and new tracks every Friday.New Cassettes' very own tour diary from Japan. Tasha reports from Camden where The Jacks launch their debut single. Plus music from Richard Peter Snapes and the Lie Awakes.2009-07-03T19:38:00+01:00scotbizGraham Stewart brings you the stories and issues making the news in business - from Scotland, the UK, and around the world. Regular interviews with the country's leading chief executives and in-depth reports on the stories of the week. Originally broadcast every Sunday from 1000 on BBC Radio Scotland. Duration: 25 minutes.tobyStart your day the Toby way, every weekday between 0700 and 0900 on BBC Radio Sheffield. Toby gives you laugh out loud moments as he makes his way through life in South Yorkshire and north Derbyshire. He's not known as one of the country's top stand up comedians for nothing. Listen live on 88.6, 104.1 or 94.7. Podcast of his best bits every day, from 1030."Jerry fancies Jenny", "What train?", "No headphones" and "Toby the consumers hero sort of"2009-07-03T06:30:00+01:00rusportAn unmissable roundup of BBC Radio Ulster's weekend sports coverage. Hear the essential reaction, analysis and stories presented by Nikki Gregg. All in a ten minute package delivered to you every Monday lunchtime. For more information go to http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/northern_ireland/default.stmboroJoin Alastair Brownlee, Gary Gill and pitchside reporter Mark Drury for unrivalled access to the Boro with post match highlights, interviews and reaction following all of Middlesbrough FC matches. BBC Tees is your first stop for Gareth Southgate's views and reaction from the players and fans following every Boro game.Gareth spoke to Mark about his memories of Cardiff. Hear the whole show at bbc.co.uk/tees and click Listen Again.2009-07-01T20:00:00+01:00mancnewsManchester's daily news, sport, money, entertainment, traffic and weather. Updated each morning by 6am for you to take to the gym, to work and to listen wherever. All you need to know about life in Manchester, every morning.News from across Greater Manchester with Richard Stead2009-07-03T06:25:00+01:00lebrechtIn-depth, biographical portraits of pre-eminent figures from the Classical music world interviewed by Norman Lebrecht. Frank, self-appraising and psychologically revealing, these 45 minute interviews are broadcast weekly during the BBC Proms season, July to September. Lebrecht interviews this year include the violinist Hilary Hahn, Michael Kaiser President of the John F. Kennedy for the Performing Arts in Washington, the conductor Vladimir Ashkenazy and to start the season the American born early music specialist William Christie.fhetEssential listening for all football fans. BBC Radio Sheffield's sports team brings you the views of managers, players and supporters of the beautiful game. It's fun, provocative and you can expect the unexpected. Join Paul Walker, Seth Bennett and Andy Giddings on BBC Radio Sheffield. Weeknights 1800-1900 and Saturdays 1400 ? 1900. Listen live on 88.6, 104.1 and 94.7. Podcasts every Saturday at 2030. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.clickonExploring the latest developments in from the world of information technology, and how these affect our lives. Click On brings you stories of digital developments, internet innovations, and technological triumphs and trials. Mondays at 4.30pm on Radio 4. Find out more at bbc.co.uk/radio4/science/clickonchelseaThe most comprehensive coverage of Chelsea FC. Presented by Gigi Salmon, you can stay in contact with everything that's going on at Stamford Bridge by listening to the podcast every Thursday. Includes the latest team news, player and manager interviews as well as features involving the club's community initiatives.murtyExclusive insight & analysis from Reading FC's captain. Graeme Murty is in conversation with BBC Radio Berkshire's Andrew Peach every Monday morning. The original programme is broadcast 8 ? 9am during the football season. The 20 minute podcast will be available by lunchtime of the same day. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.gardeningSeasonal gardening tips from Scottish experts. Download and listen in the greenhouse, flowerbed or allotment. For more information go to bbc.co.uk/radioscotland. Podcast episodes are available weekly on Mondays at 12 noon.Advice on Summer Pruning2009-06-29T12:00:00+01:00tigersBBC Radio Leicester's Tigers coverage including commentary, interviews and features. Charles Dagnall introduces highlights from Wednesday's Rugby Hour and Sportstime, with expert analysis from Bleddyn Jones, Steve Johnson, Ian Cockerill, Steve Booth and Simon Ward.adilrayComedy, skits and fun from the Adil Ray show. An irreverent depiction of British Asian life. All taken from Adil Ray on the BBC Asian Network, weekdays from 7am.Adil chats Wimbledon, Soulja Boy and Michael Jackson. Also, Nooral Choudhry from The Apprentice in Newsrap.2009-07-03T14:36:00+01:00folksBBC Radio Ulster's popular comedy sketch show satirises the politicians and personalities of Northern Ireland and beyond.baconRichard Bacon's Secret Podcast is the best bits of part of Richard Bacon's weekday (Monday to Thursday) late-night show on BBC Radio 5 Live, published every Friday. It's a podcast. It's by Richard Bacon. And it's a secret. So Shhhh...Richard Bacon launches an entire range of quality merchandising and there's another episode of the Jeremy Kyle transcripts.2009-07-02T22:00:00+01:00tpProgramme used for testing publishing and changes to the app. Also for losing the game.Welcome to this new BBC podcast. If you subscribe to the podcast feed, you should receive the first episode of this series automatically within the next seven days. To find other podcasts from the BBC, visit www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts.2009-06-16T17:17:00+01:00politicsukA weekly look at the ideas & policies behind British political events. Politics UK covers political and policy issues in the UK, defined in the wider sense, including social, economic, and cultural change throughout the UK. The programme debates trends and Britain's standing in the European Union and in the world. Broadcast every Saturday.litirbheagA simple letter for established Gaelic learners. Roddy Maclean has created this letter for learners who have progressed beyond basic learning, but find the Litir do Luchd-ionnsachaidh (Letter to Gaelic Learners) too advanced. Accompanying text is available in both English and Gaelic.I’m telling you a story – Black-haired John of Lewis, the Sailor. John was on a ship for five years. He was getting a halfpenny at the end of the first month and two halfpennies at the end of the second month. His wages were going to double every month. He was going to get a fortune. But the ship folk [owners] didn’t have enough money.2009-06-29T19:05:00+01:00r4reportUncovering the real stories behind the news. Simon Cox and fellow reporters delve beneath the headlines. The Report airs every Thursday evening at 8pm on Radio 4 for 38 weeks a year. The programme lasts 28 minutes.biwThe story of fifty Irish writers in fifty 6 minute episodes. They were rogues, adventurers, idealists, romantics, shrinking violets, ego maniacs and all the other wonders and failures of human nature besides. The men and women of established Irish Literature were once living, breathing people. The Book of Irish Writers releases them from their dust jackets and brings them to life!clubhousePreviews and reaction from all four major golf championships: the US Masters, US Open, the Open Championship and the USPGA. 5 live's Iain Carter and Jay Townsend, with special guests bring you right up to date with all the action and the stories behind it, charting the players' progress in the Order of Merit.elmsRobert Elms brings you the latest queries, notes and best bits from his BBC London show over the past seven days. The man with a passion for the capital shares his thoughts, feelings and views on what makes the city tick. Every Friday download your weekly view from Robert's side of London life.All round entertainer Des O’Connor takes to the hot seat to answer Robert’s Listed Londoner questions and author Richard Sanders discusses his new book about the birth of British football. As well as all that, Motown fan and author Alex McKenzie talks about his book which maps the lives of the stars signed to one of the worlds most famous record label2009-07-03T12:00:00+01:00howesThe latest fishing news from the North East's rivers and reservoirs. Railton Howes brings you the lowdown on what's new in the world of fishing and guest experts update you on the different forms of the sport.North East Fishing, full reports from the rivers, reservoirs and the north sea with Railton Howes on BBC Newcastle2009-07-04T06:30:00+01:00outlookEvery weekday Outlook brings you the people at the heart of stories and events. We hear from those around the world who are ‘living’ the headlines. We give you a unique perspective on both major events and individual experiences. Daily podcast programme duration 24 mins (approx). To find out more, including the podcast Terms of Use, please visit www.bbcworldservice.com/outlookmusreviewThe very latest music tracks and albums reviewed each week, by 5 live’s Victoria Derbyshire and a panel of guests – including interviews with big-name artists on their latest work. Including pop, rock, R&B, hip hop, alternative and indie. Broadcast every Monday morning on the Victoria Derbyshire programme, BBC Radio 5 live, and podcast on Monday afternoons.On this week's music review the new singles from Bruce Springsteen and Jamie T, and new albums from La Roux, Moby. Victoria was joined on the panel by Colin Paterson, Matthew Wheeler and Catriona Shearer.2009-06-29T12:25:00+01:00americanaAn insider’s guide to the stories shaping the USA today. Every Sunday, at 7.15pm, presenter Matt Frei will be joined in the Washington DC studio by an eclectic panel of guests for a thought provoking mix of discussion, reportage and eavesdropping on American airwaves. Going out 52 weeks a year, the half hour magazine show will also be teaming up with radio stations around the country, bringing insights from places off the beaten track.Kevin Connolly talks to Tina Brown about her website The Daily Beast and the future of the news media. He takes a trip to Virginia's Shenandoah Valley to find out how the baseball players of the future live with local families for a summer league which may open the door to undreamed of sporting success. Armistead Maupin reflects on 40 years of Gay Power since the Stonewall riots, and examines gay retirement options.2009-06-29T11:30:00+01:00reithPolitical philosopher Michael Sandel delivers the BBC’s Reith Lectures for 2009. Professor Sandel’s theme – A New Citizenship – builds on a lifetime’s work exploring issues around democracy, ethics and what he calls the ‘politics of the common good’. The Reith lectures are broadcast on Radio 4 and the World Service.In the final Reith Lecture, Professor Michael Sandel makes the case for a moral and civic renewal in democratic politics. He calls for a new politics of the common good and argues that we need to think of ourselves as citizens and not just consumers. The lecture was recorded before a live audience at George Washington University in Washington.2009-06-30T09:30:00+01:00sumclubRadio Ulster's only sports download offers you the very best from the award winning Summer Club programme. As well as the best banter from presenters Joel Taggart and Michael McNamee you will also get interviews with the sporting stars making the headlines. For an in depth look at the winners, the losers and the also rans look no further. Available every Saturday evening from May until July.If Wimbledon won't come to the Summer Club then the Summer Club will go to Wimbledon! Joel joins the crowds at SW19 as Graeme McDowell reveals he won't be planning to swap his clubs for a tennis racquet anytime soon. Ireland cricket coach Phil Simmons eyes a return to the Caribbean for the next World Twenty20 whilst Melanie Nocher recalls the first time she dipped her toes in a swimming pool. All that and we uncover a new bowling and broadcasting talent.2009-06-29T10:00:00+01:00newsjackSketch show for new writers satirising topical events. Host Miles Jupp is joined by Andi Osho, Jess Robinson and Lewis MacLeod as they set about comically scrutinising all the news, views and issues of the day. If you would like to contribute to the show then go to www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/newsjack for details of how you can submit material.The news was, and still is, dominated this week by one story. And it's very sad. So the Newsjack team have resolved not to do any jokes about it. Well, hardly any. Instead, Miles and the gang cast a satirical eye over the other stories that have managed to seep through the blanket coverage of a certain popstar's death: there's Richard Dawkins' atheist summer camps, the whole BBC Expenses business, Bernard Madoff's sentencing, David Cameron's purge on second jobs for his Shadow Cabinet, the Iraq inquiry... Plus, there's more clips "from the archive". This week there's an excerpt of rolling news coverage from 1944 as we hear how journalists reported the sudden death of big band leader and "King of Swing", Glenn Miller. If you are interested in writing for Newsjack then visit www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/newsjack to find out how you can submit material to the show.2009-07-02T23:30:00+01:00douganSue Dougan brings you tips and advice on horticulture in Cambridgeshire. Sue and guests update you with news on the gardening jobs for the week ahead, allotment tips, plant of the week and features on gardening heritage in the county.Shed envy, less-than-luscious lawns and how nature abhors a vacuum. Sue Dougan and expert Barry Gayton dispense advice on the garden and reflect the seasonal ups and downs of gardeners everywhere. Plus, a guide to what to do in the garden for the following week.2009-06-28T14:48:00+01:00countryCountryside magazine featuring people, walks and wildlife from rural Britain. Clare Balding’s ‘Ramblings’ and ‘Open Country’ with Matt Baker and Helen Mark join forces to bring you a weekly tour of the best of the British countryside. In ‘Ramblings’ Clare joins her guests on a country walk that’s been significant in their lives. ‘Open Country’ travels to a different corner of the British Isles every week, seeking out the wildlife, the landscapes and the controversies that excite the passions of local people. Each twenty-five minute programme is broadcast on Saturday at 6.07am and repeated on Thursday at 3pm. New episodes are added every Saturday morning.The people of Orkney are pioneers in alternative energy. Helen Mark meets the people taking advantage of the tides, the waves, the wind and the chip fat to power their cars and homes.2009-07-04T05:10:00+01:00wsanalysisTop BBC reporters give the context to the big stories of the day. Speaking to the experts we get to grips with the big stories of the day. Analysis is broadcast daily on the BBC World Service and is 8 minutes of illuminating and thought provoking radio.altashesCricket nut Andy Zaltzman gives England’s clash with the Aussies a topical twist throughout the summer, assisted by a team of equally fanatical cricket guests. Six-part series broadcast weekly, starting 4 July.Welcome to this new BBC podcast. If you subscribe to the podcast feed, you should receive the first episode of this series automatically within the next seven days. To find other podcasts from the BBC, visit www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts.2009-07-01T14:51:00+01:00newspodDaily programme highlights from BBC Radio News. Interviews and reports from BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 4, BBC Radio 5 live, the BBC Asian Network and the BBC World Service.Britain's embassy staff in Iran to go on trial / Warning over fake Tamiflu / California's IOU's.2009-07-03T17:56:00+01:00ukblackUK African and Caribbean community news and cultural programming highlights from across BBC local radio.A very special edition for us this week as individual programmes re-collect their memories of Michael Jackson. The podcast kicks off with a stunning poem from Mr. Gee and sets the tone for the rest of the podcast. Not every programme concentrated on the death of Michael Jackson - so expect the usual regional gems..on this week's UK Black.2009-06-30T02:01:00+01:00faithDiane Louise Jordan takes a look at the top faith stories. Each week, Diane looks at the stories which have been hitting the headlines around the country. This half-hour programme features the best bits of the Sunday morning shows on BBC Local Radio.Diane Louise Jordan asks why some Muslim women choose to wear a burka, asks if war can ever be justified and hears reaction to the death of Michael Jackson.2009-06-30T09:00:00+01:00desiKulvinder Ghir presents a pick of the week from BBC Local Radio Asian community programmes. News, views and a celebration of the cultural life of Asian people across England, all told in their own words. Desi Download is available every Tuesday and episodes are approximately 25 minutes.Bhangra aerobics, France and the Burkha, British Asian fashion, playwright Edson Burton on black Britons becoming Muslim, and a musical on India and World War two.2009-06-30T02:30:00+01:00r1punk** The podcast for this programme is no longer available. You can still listen again to the whole show on BBC iPlayer** Mike Davies presents highlights from Radio 1's Punk Show including 'Outlaw Anthems', a featured band interview, demo of the week and all the punk news that's unfit to print. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.r1rock**The podcast for this programme is no longer available. You can still listen again to the whole show on BBC iPlayer.** Daniel P Carter presents highlights from Radio 1's Rock Show including band interviews, features, and the gigs rocking your world this week. Please note, this podcast is only available in the UK.africaAfrican news and analysis from the BBC's Focus on Africa and Network Africa programmes; the Africa Today podcast contains the day's top stories from the continent - available to download Monday to Friday from 1630 GMT.As the African Union summit ends in Sirte, Libya, when are we to see a new African Union Authority? Niger's President Tandja continues his bid for a third term by inaugurating a new constitutional court. A new deal is signed that would see gas from Nigeria in European homes and industries.2009-07-03T17:58:00+01:00xtraBBC Xtra is the flagship daily 2 hour live magazine programme on BBC Arabic, driving social and human interest issues onto the main news agenda of the Arabic Service. In a fast, energetic and relaxed style, BBC Xtra tackles difficult and controversial social affairs, as well as arts, literature and sports. BBC Xtra has a strong interactive element, where listeners contribute with their viewpoints on all topics by phone, SMS and e-mails.أشهر معدودة تفصل الحجاج المسلمين عن موعد أداء مناسك الحج. وعادة، في مثل هذه الأيام، يكون الوقت مبكراً للحديث عن الإعداد والاستعداد لأحد أكبر التجمعات الدورية في العالم. لكن الأمر مختلف هذا العام.2009-07-01T11:09:00+01:00bizclassInsight, colour, wit and analysis as the BBC's business team looks at the world business and economy stories and their effects on everyday life. On-Air daily.US unemployment rate steadily goes up Siemens loses World Bank business for 2 years2009-07-03T14:30:00+01:00chinareelImpartial, indepth, and insightful, the flagship China news and current affairs magazine provides unique reports and analysis on China, including Big Interviews, Scholars Commentary, China in the World, Press features about China, and Chinese on China.Taiwan president Ma Ying-jeou recently told the Economist that Beijing has shown a measure of goodwill to his suggestion of 'deplomatic truce'. Comment by HK scholar on this new development.2009-07-03T15:30:00+01:00engfootThe fun packed magazine programme reports on what's hot and current in English Premiership football, including a weekly roundup and professional comments by the Chinese footballer Sun Jihai.This week's Premiership highlights focus on former England boss Sven Eriksson backs up Pearce. Giggs and Neville look back life at Man U. The launch of Chinese football Championship.2009-06-28T21:30:00+01:00gcImprove your English grammar with the BBC. Each week we challenge an English language student on an area of the English language such as verb forms, tenses, prepositions and pronunciation. Listen to a short presentation on the topic then try to answer the questions. The programmes are recorded on location in an English language classroom. Each episode lasts for six minutes and is made available every Friday.We're focussing on two different forms of past perfect... Will Mika from Japan be able to hear the difference?2009-07-03T12:00:00+01:00heroesThe ultimate fan-guide to the hit TV sci-fi drama. Jon Holmes and Xanthe Fuller analyse each episode of "Heroes", looking in-depth at the characters, plot-twists, and hidden themes of this thrilling and complex series. Drop us a line with your theories and comments ? heroes.radio@bbc.co.uk - and we may read out your email or call you back to take part in the show!how2Learn and practise useful English language for everyday situations with the BBC. Your weekly instruction manual for saying or doing something in English is published every Wednesday. Each programme is six minutes long and contains examples and explanations to help you improve your knowledge of the English language across a wide range of topics.Dima and Kate discuss a report from Germany where one company plans to install hundreds of gold dispensers at stations, airports and shopping malls. But why?2009-07-02T12:00:00+01:00mhDe lunes a viernes, 15 minutos de noticias y an�lisis en espa�ol sobre los temas de actualidad internacional, con un especial foco latinoamericano. Recorra el Mundo con nosotros, tambi�n en nuestro sitio BBCMundo.com.La OEA se presenta, hoy, en Honduras para exigir la restitución de Zelaya a la presidencia. ¿Cómo está afectando realmente la gripe porcina al Cono Sur? Y Brasil amnistía a sus inmigrantes indocumentados.2009-07-03T13:15:00+01:00brasilUma revista semanal, produzida pela BBC Brasil. O programa analisa os eventos que ser�o not�cia na semana que inicia.BERLUSCONI ESCÂNDALO/ CHINA CENSURA/ OBAMA CIGARRO2009-06-29T14:24:00+01:00radio1docMusic, sex, politics, celebs, money, religion, drugs, sport...Radio 1's award-winning Stories cover anything to do with youth culture and society.5 years on from the release of their debut album Kasabian have become one of the biggest U.K bands, boasting a top 5 single, a number 1 album and a slot on the pyramid stage at Glastonbury. Radio 1 has spent the last year following the band through their meteoric rise.2009-06-30T22:00:00+01:00r4choiceThe Radio 4 Choice podcast brings you our pick of the best of the week's documentaries on BBC Radio 4. A new episode is published every Friday and is available to download for 7 days.The BBC's political editor Nick Robinson reflects on the reporting of the MPs' expenses scandal and its dramatic repercussions.2009-07-03T16:00:00+01:00jjnA daily round-up of the most newsworthy and interesting interviews and features from BBC Persian Radio (Jame Jahan Nama).Mousavi reax to GC invitation - IRAN @ a glance - Shimon Perez Goes to Azerbayjan Republic - warning aginst confession under torture - Congress Iran sanctions2009-06-28T13:02:00+01:00reHear authentic language from real English young people, this net based English learning audio shows you what's in trend and what's cool, with Chinese translation on the BBC China web site. This podcast is no longer available.sfbBringing you the funny bits from the last week on BBC Radio Scotland.Fred was joined by comedian Susan Calman, they discussed whether dinosaurs were over-rated and we learned that drinking lots of tea is similar to Colonic Irrigation2009-07-03T18:01:00+01:00taeImprove your English vocabulary, grammar, and listening skills with the BBC. Our weekly 20 minute chat show includes features and interviews to help you practise and develop your English. We cover a range of topics using everyday informal English, highlighting useful words and expressions. Talk about English is presented every Thursday by the team from BBC Learning English including Callum Robertson, William Kremer and Jackie Dalton.It’s time for Academic Listening - a series for students at English-speaking universities. Join Susan Fearn and members of the World Service class of 2001 as they continue to look at academic writing.2009-06-29T12:00:00+01:00ulsterfunJoe Lindsay presents a comedy compilation of the weird and wonderful week on BBC Radio Ulster.Nolan talks about probing (again) and have you heard the one about the talking frog?2009-07-04T12:00:00+01:00ouchRazor sharp talk show from the BBC's cult disability website, Ouch! Presented by comedians Mat Fraser and Liz Carr. Featuring interviews, quizzes, discussions, chat and dark disability humour. New episode in the first week of every month. Duration approximately 50 minutes. A transcript and more details about each show is available on the Ouch website. For more information and the podcast Terms of Use go to www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts.How accessible is Japan? What are wristbows and snapbacks? Meet Scott Watkin, the new Learning Disability Tsar, and we've got Simon Minty with the funny peculiar side of disability news. There's also our quiz Vegetable, Vegetable or Vegetable, music from an unsigned disabled band and more chat, this month on the darker side of crippledom. Presented by Mat Fraser and Liz Carr.2009-06-04T10:23:00+01:00h2oshowAll aspects of life on the water - leisure, business and sport - with record-breaking yachtsman Sir Robin Knox-Johnston. The Solent is famous for its rich maritime heritage and is now a centre for cruise liners, competitive yachting and recreational sailing. The H20 show reports on current events and meets the people who live, work or play on the water. The H2O Show presented by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston is broadcast on BBC Radio Solent every Friday until September, 1900-2000 BST. For more information and the podcast Terms of Use go to www.bbc.co.uk/radiosolentThis week Tracey Clarke talks to Jeremy Pope about Weymouth's Spirit of the Sea, Neil Sackley meets The Venturers Search & Rescue Team and Stuart Quarrie looks ahead to Cowes Week. Also this week, Sir Robin Knox Johnston finds out about a restoration project in Cowes, Mark Pascoe taalks to Shelley Jory about Thundercats and Enrico Chieffi tells us about next weekend's European regatta.2009-07-03T20:34:00+01:00sportsruThe best five minutes of sport from Utro na BBC, the morning programme from the BBC Russian Service. Hear the big stories, discussions of British and Russian papers, and interviews with key sporting personalities. We broadcast Monday to Friday from 0700 to 1000 Moscow time, and we add episodes just after the programme finishes.Owen as one of Ferguson's strangest signings, David Beckham not welcome at LA Galaxy, Elena Dementieva and Dinara Safina interviews2009-07-03T08:00:00+01:00ttmDance resources for children aged 6 to 8 covering popular cross-curricular topics, primarily for school use. Presented by Diane Louise Jordan and featuring music specially-composed for the series. Programmes available on Wednesdays with new episodes added the same day each week, during term time. Programme duration: 20 minutes.sttaCollective Worship / assembly resources for school children aged 5 to 7, from BBC Learning, primarily for use in school. Presented by Paul Ewing and featuring opportunities to join in with singing, focused listening and a time for reflection or prayer. Programmes available on Tuesdays with new episodes added the same day each week during term time. Programme duration: 15 minutes.reportBBC round-up of South Asian and international news. Every weekday at 1400GMT correspondents in the region and from around the world report on all of the day's events, including sport, business and entertainment. The 29 minute programme is presented from Delhi and produced in London, making use of all of the BBC's regional and international resources.Airstrike on Pakistan's border with Afghanistan/Dutch forces in Afghanistan report some success against the Taliban/India's railway budget cuts fares for poor travellers/Pakistan and Sri Lanka to play the first test in Galle/Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone in Bollywood film2009-07-03T15:46:00+01:006musicnewsYour daily news fix from the world of music, including exclusive interviews with all the big names, breaking talent and legendary artists, plus the very latest gig news, behind the scenes insights, as well as festival updates, award winners and gossip. Updated daily (Monday to Friday) and approximately 2-5 minutes in length. Text MOBILE to 64046 to download the podcast on your mobile phone (network charges apply). Available in the UK only.AEG pick up the pieces of their Jacko concerts, Kraftwerk put on a tour de force and Big Pink mix their debut album.2009-07-03T17:10:00+01:00foodprogProvenance and pleasure, history and health - Radio 4's weekly look at food. Making sense of food, from the kitchen and canteen, to the farm and factory. We place food in its historical and cultural context; call to account policy makers and industry decision makers; and celebrate the sheer pleasure of good food.burnsIn celebration of the 250th anniversary of Robert Burns - over 300 poems have been recorded by actors from all generations. Visit bbc.co.uk/burns for more from BBC Scotland.Crawford Logan reads this nationalistic song about brave Caledonia and her fighting spirit. It was written in 1789 and is set to the tune "Caledonian Hunts' Delight" of Mr Gow.2009-07-02T23:59:00+01:00letsmoveDance resources for children aged 5 to 7 covering popular cross-curricular topics, primarily for school use. Presented by Justin Fletcher and featuring music specially-composed for the series. Programmes available on Wednesdays with new episodes added the same day each week, during term time. Programme duration: 20 minutesmusicwkshpMusic educational resources for school children aged 9 to 11, from BBC Learning, primarily for use in school. Presented by David Grant and featuring opportunities to learn original songs, practise and perform them. Programmes available on Thursdays with new episodes added the same day each week, during term time (with a one week break for half term). Programme duration: 20 minutes.togetherCollective Worship / assembly resources for school children aged 7 to 11, from BBC Learning, primarily for use in school. Presented by Loreto Murray and featuring opportunities to join in with singing, focused listening and a time for reflection or prayer. Programmes available on Fridays with new episodes added the same day each week, during term time. Programme duration: 15 minutes.5lxmas08The best from BBC Radio 5 live over Christmas 2008. Including The Movie Game, Soldiers' Story, The Galveston Giant, Unsporting review of 2008, Fighting Talk: Old Chestnuts, Don and Danny Do Christmas, The PMQ show, Kermode's films of the year, Best of Mayo, 5 live News Review of the year.planetbJohn is thrust into the virtual world Planet B in a desperate attempt to find his girlfriend Lioba. But who is Lioba in this virtual world, and why is Planet B hostess Medley so keen to help John? Broadcast on BBC Radio 7.utroReports, interviews and discussions on key news stories of the day from the BBC's Russian Service. Presenters: Konstantin Eggert, Oleg Antonenko, Anna Dementyeva. Utro na BBC is broadcast between 0630 and 1000 Moscow time (0330-0700 London). New episodes will be added at 1100 Moscow (0800 London) Monday-Friday. Duration: 10 mins.Obama in Moscow: wind of change?, Why Russian soldiers are deserting to Georgia?, Army of Israel discusses the Amnesty Int. report2009-07-03T08:00:00+01:00englishUsing these short topical modules from the BBC's Russian Service, this podcast will help you learn the English language.Grammar and vocabulary to learn: would/must + Perfect Infinitive; nouns 'mistake', 'envelope'; adjectives 'forgetful', 'odd'; adverb 'obviously'2009-07-03T16:30:00+01:00twiaA look back at the people and events that have made the news in Africa this week and offering insight and analysis of the continent's top stories with a light touch. This weekly 30 minute programme is presented by Joseph Warungu and broadcast on Saturday and Sunday at 1830 GMT.Africa pays tribute to the King of Pop, as Michael Jackson departs the stage for good. Why the Russian President has been hopping around the continent. How militants in the troubled Niger Delta react to the Nigerian government's offer of amnesty. And the brave monkey that decided in its wisdom to urinate on the Zambian President.2009-06-27T18:30:00+01:00aabThis five minute bilingual English programme is designed for Mandarin Chinese learners of English. In it we answer learners' questions about life in the UK. This programme is updated weekly.Have you ever wondered how you got your name? Helen and Li investigate how British people choose their children's names.2009-07-03T13:00:00+01:00ladiesThe No.1 Ladies' Favourite Radio Show - a fictional broadcast from Kgale Hill, the home of the The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency. Presenter Solomon Modumo discusses ideas and myths from Botswana such as the gift of turning oneself into an animal to survive in the bush, exploring the way a bushman can track a person in the desert, and enlightening us as to why baboons do not fear women.sandsfruWeekly Football Round-Up from BBC Stoke, with Rob Adcock and Phil Cartwright. A 15 minute podcast looking back at the week of discussion, debate, reaction, humour and issues for Stoke City, Port Vale, Crewe Alexandra, Stafford Rangers and BBC Stoke sport fans.Port Vale defender Gareth Owen was Rob Adcock's special guest for BBC Radio Stoke's Sporting Goodtimes on Tuesday 30 June. Listen to the best bits from his life and career, plus Phil Cartwright talks to former Liverpool and England midfielder John Barnes.2009-07-02T17:18:00+01:00durhamLatest news and interviews from Durham County Cricket Club. Get updates from the club's players and staff on the latest from the club. Each Wednesday during the season Martin Emmerson brings you the latest news from the club taken from the week's coverage on BBC Radio Newcastle.Match highlights, interviews and reaction from Durham's six wicket win at Leicestershire in the Twenty20 Cup2009-06-28T17:41:00+01:00ospreysThe latest news on the Cumbrian osprey project including interviews with those involved and updates on the Ospreys as the story of their journey from birth to fledging unfolds.How to tell who's who in the nest; how they cope with the hot weather and the brand-new live streaming video of all the nest antics. This week Kevin Fernihough talks to Phil Cheesley of the Ospreywatch project.2009-07-03T08:00:00+01:00megamathsMental maths resources for school children aged 7 to 9, from BBC Learning. Each programme adopts a quiz format with fun questions intended to consolidate children's mental maths skills. Programmes available on Fridays with new episodes added the same day each week, during term time.histclipsHistory resources for school children aged 9 to 11, from BBC Learning. Each programme includes a variety of material linked to specific historical periods, designed to support children's study in school. Programmes available on Thursdays with new episodes added the same day each week, during term time.wyorksrlBBC Radio Leeds reviews all the week’s goings-on in the rugby league world including match action, interviews with coaches and players and special guests.Leeds v Bradford highlights and reaction, plus Wakefield's win over Harlequins. A look back at Castleford's loss at home to Catalan and Hudddersfield's return to winning ways at Salford. Reaction to the two shock Championship results as Batley beat Barrow and Halifax go down at Gateshead, plus Hunslet and Keighley. The Studio guest is Leeds coach Willie Poaching.2009-06-29T11:44:00+01:00lrlNews, reports, features, interviews and action from London’s rugby league teams. Follow all the action from the Super League, Championship and the amateur game in and around London.Harlequins Hooker Chad Randall about the fact that he will make his 100th successive Super League appearance against Wigan. London Skolars Chief Executive Hector McNeil talks about the recruitment of a new head coach and the involvement of Brian McDermot. The head coach of the Greenwich Admirals discusses a festival of rugby at the club and Steve Davies from the RFL's East region development team talks about how the game is growing. Finally Wigan commentator Kevin Riley on all things Warriors in particular the future of Brian Noble.2009-07-02T00:05:00+01:00lcsNews, reports, interviews and action from London’s cricket teams. Follow the clubs’ progress in the county championship and one-day competitions and get the latest cricket news and features from the capital.An Ashes special, with Mike Gatting's thoughts on Andrew Strauss, Alec Stewart on how the new players will cope, and Mark Butcher's memories of making his Ashes debut. Plus a pop album made by two Irishmen all about the Ashes.2009-07-01T20:28:00+01:00mancbusSteve Saul presents business news from Greater Manchester for Greater Manchester. News from businesses you know and the ones you don’t. Keeping an eye on the money in your pocket and making the financial world make sense. You can hear the full Manchester Business programme on BBC Radio Manchester 95.1FM Mondays at 6pm or via the BBC iPlayer.Manchester's Business from Richard Stead.2009-06-30T15:02:00+01:00scotlifeCompelling personal stories from every possible walk of life, Scottish Life is a weekly digest of some of the most touching, engaging, funny and infuriating experiences we've heard about on BBC Radio Scotland. Working life, family life, love life and leisure life, Scottish Life has it all!This week multi-millionaire Mark Gardner tells us of the ups and downs of winning a jaw dropping amount of money. Foreign Correspondent Alan Little explains what it is like being on trial accused of Spying. We meet the youngsters of Forres who can tell Carole Baxter a thing or two about gardening.2009-07-03T11:40:00+01:00