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17/09/2026
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Are bad teeth the number one reason kids go to A&E?
Tim Harford investigates kids’ teeth, Israeli drugs, NEETs and the chances AI kills us all
The God Who Sees
Spiritual reflection to start the day with Siȃn Wyn Rees.
17/09/26 Farmer protests in Romania, sheepdog trials, Scottish arable cooperative.
Violent clashes as shepherds in Romania protest over export ban of sheep.
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Thomas More's Utopia
How the description of a fictional island has fascinated readers for centuries.
I Wasn't Even Listening (with Natalie Haynes)
Armando and Natalie look back over a busy summer of political language.
Dame Meera Syal, Breast cancer drugs, Black child Down syndrome
Writer and actor Dame Meera Syal talks about the publication of her memoir.
Joel Meyerowitz
American photographer Joel Meyerowitz reveals his formative cultural influences.
4. On the Road
In Ben Macintyre's new book a KGB double agent makes a perilous journey.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The 'Money Back' Scam
How criminals target scam victims with false offers of help.
Dough - Series 5
Pets
Could advances in AI help us have conversations with our pets? Greg Foot investigates.
The latest weather forecast
King Charles: Pace of AI is ‘deeply concerning’
The King will urge companies 'not to lose control of our destiny' at AI summit.
The Hitler Diaries Scandal
4. Fried Potatoes and Forgery
The forger Konrad Kujau and the journalist Gerd Heidemann are about to come face to face.
16/09/2026
Alan is there for a friend in need.
South of the River
A chatty London cabbie becomes an accidental double agent caught between east and west.
Kate Stables and Winchester
Musician Kate Stables explores the landscapes around her home city of Winchester.
Lifebox Foundation
Co-founder Dr Atul Gawande makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Lifebox Foundation.
BBC National Short Story Award 2026
A Second Opinion by Caoilinn Hughes
Caoilinn Hughes’ moving, humane story is up for the 21st BBC National Short Story Award.
Rethink... warfare
Is the UK ready for the challenges of modern war?
AI to solve the energy crisis?
Might the UK and US joining their AI forces help solve nuclear fusion?
Mark Carney talks up closer EU ties
The Canadian prime minister says a closer alliance with the EU is a "positive process".
Charles 'giddily elated' after Diana died, her brother claims
Daily Mail publishes extracts from Earl Spencer's book about his sister, Princess Diana
Omid Djalili: Namaste
2. War and Other Misunderstandings
Omid Djalili explores Iran, conflict and division.
It’s action stations for Lynda.
Review Show: Rose Tremain’s The Housekeeper, inspired by Daphne du Maurier’s Rebecca
Plus film Queen at Sea starring Juliette Binoche and Thelma & Louise the musical.
How to PR the End of the World
David Yelland and Lauren Beeching discuss how to spin the destruction of humanity.
Is the right of reply under threat in the social media age?
How social media is reshaping the right of reply in political journalism.
Jay Rayner, Sindhu Vee, Helen Rebanks, Laura Veirs, Arab Strap, Stuart Maconie
Stuart Maconie and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
King Charles warns of 'existential danger' from AI in wrong hands
We explore whether China will agree to restrict AI development
4. The Wingback Chair
After a day chasing the decisive moment, Rab shares a tender evening with Duncan.
Disaster Prepping: Should We All Stock Up? (Mike Chappell, prepper)
A prepper argues everyone has a duty to be better prepared for a crisis.
Mongooses and the Magic of Trust
How dwarf mongooses can help us figure out who to trust, and how to make friends.
Susan Hulme reports as ministers insist defence spending v welfare is a false choice.
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