David Aaronovitch and a panel of experts and insiders present in-depth explainers on big issues in the news.
Interviews, news and analysis of the day’s global events.
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Hosted by Anushka Asthana and Rachel Humphreys, Today in Focus brings you closer to Guardian journalism. Combining personal storytelling with insightful analysis, this podcast takes you behind the headlines for a deeper understanding of the news, every weekday
Surprising stories from unusual places. With ideas too big for a single episode, The Compass presents mini-series about the environment and politics, culture and society.
The day’s top stories from BBC News. Delivered twice a day on weekdays, daily at weekends
The Inquiry gets beyond the headlines to explore the trends, forces and ideas shaping the world.
Biographical series in which guests choose someone who has inspired their lives.
Science sleuths Dr Adam Rutherford and Dr Hannah Fry investigate everyday mysteries sent by listeners.
This podcast features Open Book and A Good Read. Open Book talks to authors about their work. In A Good Read Harriett Gilbert discusses favourite books.
Tim Harford and the More or Less team try to make sense of the statistics which surround us. From BBC Radio 4
A rich selection of documentaries aimed at relentlessly curious minds, introduced by Vanessa Kisuule.
Dr Adam Rutherford and guests illuminate the mysteries and challenge the controversies behind the science that's changing our world.
New research on how society works
Eight tracks, a book and a luxury: what would you take to a desert island? Guests share the soundtrack of their lives.
Global experts and decision makers discuss, debate and analyse a key news story.
The stories you need to hear today, from Time.com. A SpokenEdition transforms written content into human-read audio you can listen to anywhere. It's perfect for times when you can't read - while driving, at the gym, doing chores, etc.
Exploring different aspects of history, science, philosophy and the arts.
Download the latest documentaries investigating global developments, issues and affairs.
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the history of ideas