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About BBC Radio 4
Listen online to the internet radio of BBC Radio 4 live, which has more than 10 million weekly listeners, making it the second most popular radio station in the United Kingdom, just behind BBC Radio 2. The station primarily focuses on speech-related programmes, with very limited music content. Its programming delves into in-depth perspectives on world politics, domestic politics, journalism, and offers diversity through refreshing comedy, compelling readings, and drama. Additionally, topics in arts, science, and history are integral parts of its engaging programme structure. Radio 4 regularly provides shipping forecasts, news updates, and weather reports. During the night, from 1:00am to 5:20am, BBC Radio 4 broadcasts a selection from BBC World Service. The breakfast show on BBC Radio 4 is the immensely popular "Today" programme, airing on weekdays from 6am to 9am, and on Saturdays from 7am to 9am. BBC 4 Today covers national and international news, as well as sports. Furthermore, the "Thought for the Day", which features inspirational thoughts from religious thinkers, is included in the programme, typically around 7:45am. Presenters of the "Today" programme include Emma Barnett, Justin Webb, Mishal Husain, Amol Rajan, Martha Kearney and Nick Robinson.
BBC Radio 4 slogan: "Funny, fascinating, surprising, moving, informative... All the time"
BBC Radio 4 slogan: "Funny, fascinating, surprising, moving, informative... All the time"
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BBC Radio 4 frequencies
Aberdare area - 104.7 FMAberdeen - 1449 MW, 95.3 FMAberdeenshire - 95.3 FMAberfeldy - 103.9 FMAbergavenny - 93.1 FMAbersychan - 92.9 FMAbertillery - 93.4 FMAlexandria - 104.1 FMAmbleside - 92.7 FMAnglesey - 103.6 FMAngus - 94.9 FMAxminster - 93.9 FMAyrshire - 104.3 FMBakewell - 94.2 FMBallachulish - 94.7 FMBallycastle - 93.2 FMBarmouth area - 104.8 FMBarnoldswick area - 94.1 FMBasingstoke - 94.5 FMBath - 93.4 FMBeds - 94.5 FMBelfast - 720 MWBerks - 93.9 FMBerwick-upon-Tweed - 93.0 FMBetws-y-Coed - 104.9 FMBexhill - 94.6 FMBlaenavon - 92.9 FMBlairgowrie - 95.5 FMBodmin area - 93.2 FMBorder coast - 104.6 FMBorder Region - 103.9 FMBradford - 92.9 FMBrecon - 104.7 FMBrighton - 94.5 FMBristol - 93.7 FMBristol area - 94.3 FMBucks - 93.9 FMBurnley - 94.6 FMBuxton - 94.4 FMCalne - 92.6 FMCambridge area - 93.3 FMCambs - 94.5 FMCampbeltown - 95.2 FMCarlisle - 1485 MWCarmarthen - 95.5 FMCarmarthenshire - 92.8 FMCaterham - 94.1 FMCentral Lancashire - 93.0 FMBBC Radio 4 Frequency map
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News about BBC Radio 4
VJ Day 80th anniversary to be marked across the BBC including radio
The BBC will mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day with a range of programming including radio highlighting stories from the Far East during the Second World War.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 29.07.2025
BBC radio unveils full Glastonbury 2025 broadcast plans across networks
BBC radio will deliver extensive coverage of Glastonbury 2025 with live shows, exclusive interviews and music specials across Radio 6 Music, Radio 1, Radio 2, 1Xtra and Radio 4.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 03.06.2025
Matt Forde to launch political comedy series on BBC Radio 4
Matt Forde will host his first BBC Radio 4 series, The Matt Forde Focus Group, starting on Thursday 22 May at 6.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 02.05.2025
Rahila Bano bids farewell to the BBC after 35 years
After nearly 36 years of service, Rahila Bano is set to leave the BBC on March 28, marking the conclusion of a long career in journalism and broadcasting.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 24.03.2025
Anna Foster to join presenting team at BBC Radio 4’s Today Programme
Anna Foster is joining BBC Radio 4’s Today from April, working from London and Salford as one of the programme's main presenters.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 10.03.2025
Emma Barnett interview tops BBC Radio 4’s Feedback listener’s poll
An interview conducted by Emma Barnett on the Today programme has been judged the overall winner of “Interview of the Year” by listeners to BBC Radio 4’s Feedback.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 28.12.2024
Gavin and Stacey’s Nessa to read BBC Radio 4 Shipping Forecast
Actress Ruth Jones is to read the Shipping Forecast on BBC Radio 4 as part of a celebration of 100 years of it being broadcast on the BBC.More >>ontheradio.co.uk - 28.12.2024
BBC Radio 4 Today presenter and journalist Mishal Husain is leaving the BBC for Bloomberg
Mishal Husain is departing the BBC in the new year to become Editor-at-Large on Bloomberg Weekend Edition.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 27.11.2024
More funny stuff going on at BBC Radio 4 including the return of Frank Skinner on the radio
BBC Radio 4 has today announced new comedy commissions including the return of Frank Skinner’s One Person Found This Helpful.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 04.11.2024
BBC Radio 4's programmes21
00:00 - Midnight News
21/08/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
00:30 - Beyond Lonely
Ever So Lonely
Jason Arday explores loneliness from a personal perspective.
Jason Arday explores loneliness from a personal perspective.
00:48 - Shipping Forecast
21/08/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
01:00 - Selection of BBC World Service Programmes
21/08/2025
A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.
A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.
05:00 - News Summary
21/08/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
05:04 - Sideways
76. When Time Slows Down
Matthew Syed asks if slow-motion experiences suggest the way we think of time is illusory.
Matthew Syed asks if slow-motion experiences suggest the way we think of time is illusory.
05:34 - Shipping Forecast
21/08/2025
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
05:43 - Prayer for the Day
21/08/2025
with Dr Linden Bicket, a teacher at Edinburgh University's School of Divinity
with Dr Linden Bicket, a teacher at Edinburgh University's School of Divinity
05:45 - Farming Today
21/08/25 Bird flu and game birds, bluetongue, peat-free salad trials, David Richardson remembered
New rules for shoots in England to help prevent bird flu.
New rules for shoots in England to help prevent bird flu.
06:00 - Today
21/08/2025
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
09:00 - Artworks
What Happened to Counter-Culture?, 3. Beauty in the Streets
Stewart Lee explores the story and ideas of counter-culture and its importance today.
Stewart Lee explores the story and ideas of counter-culture and its importance today.
09:30 - Across the Red Line
Series 8, Anne McElvoy explores rising UK defence spending with military and anti-nuclear voices in sharp disagreement.
Do rising defence costs secure Britain's future or threaten its values?
Do rising defence costs secure Britain's future or threaten its values?
10:00 - Woman's Hour
21/08/2025
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
11:00 - The Infinite Monkey Cage
Series 33, Illuminating Light - Jess Wade, Russell Foster and Bridget Christie
Brian Cox and Robin Ince illuminate the science and history of light.
Brian Cox and Robin Ince illuminate the science and history of light.
11:45 - Beyond Lonely
All the Lonely People
Professor Jason Arday explores his loneliness.
Professor Jason Arday explores his loneliness.
12:00 - News Summary
21/08/2025
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
12:04 - Scam Secrets
Fake Company In Your House
How to stop criminals using your address.
How to stop criminals using your address.
12:32 - Sliced Bread
Smart Doorbells
Is it worth getting a Smart Doorbell?
Is it worth getting a Smart Doorbell?
12:57 - Weather
21/08/2025
The latest weather forecast
The latest weather forecast
13:00 - World at One
21/08/2025
News, analysis and comment from BBC Radio 4
News, analysis and comment from BBC Radio 4
13:45 - New Storytellers
Ukraine to Scotland: A Musical Journey
The story of Sofiia, a 16-year-old refugee, and her escape from war-torn Ukraine.
The story of Sofiia, a 16-year-old refugee, and her escape from war-torn Ukraine.
14:00 - The Archers
20/08/2025
Chelsea finds a new hobby.
Chelsea finds a new hobby.
14:15 - Drama on 4
Susan and Sam
Comedy drama from writer-performer Faebian Averies about an unlikely friendship.
Comedy drama from writer-performer Faebian Averies about an unlikely friendship.
15:00 - Open Country
Aeolian harps on Wicken Fen
Martha Kearney learns to make an aeolian harp on Wicken Fen
Martha Kearney learns to make an aeolian harp on Wicken Fen
15:27 - Radio 4 Appeal
The Holocaust Educational Trust
Actor Jason Isaacs makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of The Holocaust Educational Trust
Actor Jason Isaacs makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of The Holocaust Educational Trust
15:30 - Word of Mouth
Speech difficulties
Michael Rosen asks what happens to people's sense of identity when speaking becomes hard.
Michael Rosen asks what happens to people's sense of identity when speaking becomes hard.
16:00 - The Briefing Room
21/08/2025
David Aaronovitch presents in-depth explainers on big issues in the news.
David Aaronovitch presents in-depth explainers on big issues in the news.
16:30 - BBC Inside Science
21/08/2025
A weekly programme looking at the science that's changing our world.
A weekly programme looking at the science that's changing our world.
17:00 - PM
21/08/2025
News and current affairs, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines
News and current affairs, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines
18:00 - Six O'Clock News
21/08/2025
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
18:30 - Tim Key's Poetry Programme
Series 6, 4. Wild West
4/4 Americana special, with guest star Morgana Robinson.
4/4 Americana special, with guest star Morgana Robinson.
19:00 - The Archers
21/08/2025
Fallon makes a suggestion.
Fallon makes a suggestion.
19:15 - Front Row
21/08/2025
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music
Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music
20:00 - Human Intelligence
Disruptors: Malcolm X
Naomi Alderman explores the mind of Malcolm X and his role in black nationalism in the US.
Naomi Alderman explores the mind of Malcolm X and his role in black nationalism in the US.
20:15 - The Media Show
Trading off the news, Edinburgh International TV Festival, how the global media covered White House peace talks
Trading off the news, Edinburgh International TV Festival, Trump/Zelensky peace talks
Trading off the news, Edinburgh International TV Festival, Trump/Zelensky peace talks
21:00 - Loose Ends
Ruth Jones, Jordan Gray, Jamie MacDonald, Dylan Adler, Hot Mess, James Emmanuel
Clive Anderson and guests with conversation, music and comedy from the Edinburgh Festivals
Clive Anderson and guests with conversation, music and comedy from the Edinburgh Festivals
21:45 - One to One
Parenting advice in the age of social media: Samira Shackle and Helen Oliver
Journalist Samira Shackle meets school counsellor Helen Oliver.
Journalist Samira Shackle meets school counsellor Helen Oliver.
22:00 - The World Tonight
21/08/2025
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective
22:45 - Crooked Cross by Sally Carson
Episode Four
4/10 Sally Carson’s rediscovered 1934 novel about the rise of Hitler.
4/10 Sally Carson’s rediscovered 1934 novel about the rise of Hitler.
23:00 - The Edinburgh Comedy Awards Gala 2025
The Edinburgh Comedy Awards Gala 2025
Tune in to hear some of the best bits from this year's nominees.
Tune in to hear some of the best bits from this year's nominees.
