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In Our Time

Spanning history, religion, culture, science and philosophy, In Our Time from BBC Radio 4 is essential listening for the intellectually curious. In each episode, host Melvyn Bragg and expert guests explore the characters, events and discoveries that have shaped our world. History fans can learn about pivotal wars and societal upheavals, such as the rise and fall of Napoleon, the Sack of Rome in 1527, and the political intrigue of the Russian Revolution. Those fascinated by the lives of kings and queens can journey to Versailles to meet Marie Antoinette and Louis XIV the Sun King, or to Ancient Egypt to meet Cleopatra and Nerfertiti. Or perhaps you’re looking to explore the history of religion, from Buddhism’s early teachings to the Protestant Reformation. If you’re interested in the stories behind iconic works of art, music and literature, dive in to discussions on the artistic genius of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel and Van Gogh’s famous Sunflowers. From Gothic architecture to the works of Shakespeare, each episode of In Our Time offers new insight into humanity’s cultural achievements. Those looking to enrich their scientific knowledge can hear episodes on black holes, the Periodic Table, and classical theories of gravity, motion, evolution and relativity. Learn how the discovery of penicillin revolutionised medicine, and how the death of stars can lead to the formation of new planets. Lovers of philosophy will find episodes on the big issues that define existence, from free will and ethics, to liberty and justice. In what ways did celebrated philosophers such as Mary Wollstonecraft and Karl Marx push forward radical new ideas? How has the concept of karma evolved from the ancient Sanskrit texts of Hinduism to today? What was Plato’s concept of an ideal republic, and how did he explore this through the legend of the lost city of Atlantis? In Our Time celebrates the pursuit of knowledge and the enduring power of ideas.

In Touch

News, views and information for people who are blind or partially sighted

Illuminated

Illuminated is BBC Radio 4's home for creative and surprising one-off documentaries that shed light on hidden worlds. Welcome to a place of audio beauty and joy, with emotion and human experience at its heart. The programmes you will find in this feed explore the reality of contemporary Britain and the world, venturing into its weirdest and most wonderful aspects. This is a chance to meet voices that are not normally heard, open secret doors into concealed chambers and, above all, be transported by the art and inventiveness of the very best programme makers. Just press the switch. New episodes are available weekly on Sunday evenings. Subscribe on BBC Sounds to make sure you don't miss an episode.

Inheritance Tracks

Celebrating the music that special guests cherish and would like to bestow to future generations.

Inside Health

Series that demystifies health issues, separating fact from fiction and bringing clarity to conflicting health advice.

In Our Time: Culture

Popular culture, poetry, music and visual arts and the roles they play in our society.

In Our Time: Science

Scientific principles, theory, and the role of key figures in the advancement of science.

In Our Time: History

Historical themes, events and key individuals from Akhenaten to Xenophon.

In Our Time: Religion

Discussion of religious movements and the theories and individuals behind them.

In Our Time: Philosophy

From Altruism to Wittgenstein, philosophers, theories and key themes.

Intrigue

Ben Lewis unravels the tangled story of a Christian billionaire family, stolen relics, fake treasures and the scholar turned sleuth who exposed the scandal of biblical proportions. Intrigue: 'Jaw-dropping', 'gripping', 'bingeable,' 'thrilling' - dramatic true stories and investigations that reveal how the world really works.

In Dark Corners

Campaigning journalist, broadcaster and historian Alex Renton shines a light into the dark corners of British society.

Influenced

Helen Lewis Has Left the Chat. The rise of instant messaging has made our social and professional lives faster, more casual — and more chaotic. But amid all the discussion of the effects of public social media, such as Facebook and Twitter, there has been relatively little attention paid to private social networks—the direct message and the group chat — and how they are shaping our relationships and our world. In this series, Helen Lewis looks at the secret world of instant messaging, meeting a woman who married a chatbot, discovering how Russian dissidents are fighting a propaganda war, and hearing the inside story of how Britain ended up governed from a single WhatsApp group. It's a strange new world where workplace rebellions are conducted through duelling emojis and military secrets are traded on chat forums about a children's cartoon. It's also a world where you can never be quite sure who you're talking to—and who's eavesdropping on you.

Incarnations: India in 50 Lives

The history of India told through the lives of 50 phenomenal people.

In Alistair Cooke's Footsteps

Alvin Hall travels the USA revisiting the insights and observations of Alistair Cooke's Letter from America, on subjects as diverse as jazz, immigration and the American Dream

Inside Murder Trial

Extraordinary courtroom access takes listeners uniquely inside real-life unfolding murder trials. Journalist Jane MacSorley and advocate Thomas Ross KC unpack each days events.

INVESTIGATION: एक गहरी पड़ताल

हम ख़बरों की गहराई तक जाते हैं ताकि आपके लिए पूरी दुनिया को देखने की खिड़की खुल सके. यहां मिलेंगी आपको परतें खोलने वाली असली पत्रकारिता और अनसुनी आवाज़ें. साथ ही बीबीसी इंडिया आई और बीबीसी की दूसरी टीमों की शानदार स्टोरीज़

I Was 30, I'm Now 15

Danielle Fahiya, aged 30, is now aged 15. Lockdown has reduced this gregarious, fashion conscious, woman about town to being treated like a teenager. Back to her old bedroom, meals with Mum, lights out at 10. She's trapped in lockdown time-travel: Mum's house, Mum's rules. Contains adults themes and language

I'm Not a Monster

Seeking to separate fact from fiction, the multi award-winning series returns to investigate the divisive story of Shamima Begum. When three London school girls went missing in 2015, they generated global headlines and the media storm that ensued continues to this day. Back then, investigative journalist Josh Baker was filming at a mosque in the girls' neighbourhood as their families came to seek help; their daughters were on the way to Syria to join the Islamic State group. But it was too late, and they disappeared inside the so-called caliphate. For four years, their fate remained a mystery - with only occasional glimpses and sometimes conflicting reports of what they were doing with the terror group being made public. Only one of the girls emerged from the ashes of the so called caliphate - Shamima Begum. The new series will take listeners inside Josh's attempts to figure out what really happened, unearthing new information about one of the most talked about stories of our time. He travels from Bethnal Green in East London to the depths of what was ISIS controlled Syria as he challenges Shamima Begum and investigates if the story she tells is true. Series One - 'I'm Not A Monster: from BBC Panorama & FRONTLINE PBS' The first series of I'm Not A Monster told the story of Sam Sally, an American mother who left behind a comfortable life and travelled to the heart of what the Islamic State group called its caliphate with her family. Her husband became an IS sniper and her 10 year-old son was forced to appear in an infamous propaganda video threatening President Trump. It's the BBC's most awarded podcast series to date, having received 16 nominations, winning 11 awards in 10 different international programme competitions including the Rose d 'Or for Best Audio series, three Golds and the Grand Jury Prize at the New York Festivals Radio Awards and Best Documentary Series at the Webbys and the inaugural Podcast Academy Awards (the Ambies) in 2021.

It’s… Wagatha Christie

Dot, dot, dot. The tweet that brought the nation to a standstill... As Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy face off in court, comedian Abi Clarke delves deep into the WAG war so far.

Influential with Katty Kay

The BBC's Katty Kay sits down for in-depth conversations with some of the most powerful and change making people in the worlds of culture, business and science. From world-renowned chefs and dancers, to the people redefining the way we think about medicine, business strategy and literature, Katty's informal, unscripted interviews reveal the people behind the personas that are inspiring the world today.

Inside...

Get twice the laughs with Inside... on BBC Sounds

If Blackburn Signed Zidane

Join Specs Gonzalez on his adventures through the multiverse as he investigates how football's greatest 'What If?' moments could have turned out.

Ikiganiro cy’abagore

Ikiganiro cy’abagore kuri BBC Gahuzamiryang. Tukibategurira buri Wa gatatu.

Ikinamico - Urunana

Ikinamico Urunana. Buri Wa kabiri n’uwakane.

Imvo n'imvano

Weekly debate programme covering topical current affairs issues.

In Detail...

Exploring and explaining news stories from across England. Series 5: Sanctuary: An Act of Defiance Viraj Mendis from Sri Lanka begs for sanctuary in an Ascension church. The vicar, Father John Methuen, agrees to protect him defying Thatcher’s government. Previously on In Detail... Series 1. The Pub Bombings Exploring the impact of two Birmingham pub bombs in a 50 year evolving story. Series 2. The Toxic Waste Scandal Explore the shocking events that ripped through a steelworks community in Corby. Series 3: Felled: The Sycamore Gap Story Hairy Biker Si King investigates who felled the tree at Sycamore Gap in Northumberland. Series 4: The Jesus Army Uncovering the rise and unravelling of one of the biggest religious cults in Britain. If you want to be notified as soon as new episodes are available, make sure you've subscribed on BBC Sounds.

In Court

Exploring arguments from both the prosecution and the defence whilst combing through evidence heard in major UK criminal cases.# Series 6. Bodies In The Suitcases Two bodies, two suitcases, one man, one bridge. Yostin Mosquera was on trial for murder after body parts were found in Bristol. Previous series: 1. The Trial of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon – Constance Marten and Mark Gordon are on trial at the Old Bailey over their baby's death. 2. Parole Hearing of a Killer - Murderer William Dunlop, whose conviction changed legal history, is up for parole. 3. The Truth of Lucy Letby - Follow the trials of child serial killer Lucy Letby. 4. Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial - Follow the trial of Sergeant Martyn Blake, who was charged with the murder of Chris Kaba. 5. Southport Stabbings - Teenager Axel Rudakubana is in court for the murder of three young girls in Southport.