Factual schedule Sunday 19 April 2009

Back to top
Early
1. 00:00 – 02:00 BBC London 94.9
  
  Dotun Adebayo on Sunday 18/04/2009
  
  The best in late night conversation, competitions and music.
2. 00:00 – 01:00 BBC Radio 3
  
  The Early Music Show Handel Week - Eight Great Suites
  
  Catherine Bott and Laurence Cummings explore Handel's Eight Great Keyboard Suites. (R)
3. 00:00 – 01:00 BBC Radio Scotland
  
  Stephen Nolan 18/04/2009
  
  Aasmah Mir sits in with fierce and feisty topical phone-in debate.
4. 00:15 – 00:45 BBC Parliament
  
  The Record Europe 04/04/2009
  
  An in-depth look at the politics of Europe, presented by Shirin Wheeler.
5. 00:25 – 01:10 BBC Four
  
  Imagine Summer 2004, Saint John Coltrane
  
  3/6 Alan Yentob examines the legend of pioneering jazz saxophonist John Coltrane. (R)
6. 00:32 – 00:40 BBC World Service
  
  Letter From... Clive James
  
  Clive James, on the resignation of Britain's Prime Minister's senior aide Damian McBride.
7. 00:41 – 00:58 BBC World Service
  
  Over To You 18/04/2009
  
  Listeners offer their views on an edition of the documentary feature, Culture not Colour.
8. 00:45 – 01:30 BBC Parliament
  
  Briefings David Cameron
  
  Speech by Conservative leader David Cameron on the economy, from Friday 13 March.
9. 01:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio 5 live
  
  Up All Night 19/04/2009
  
  Dotun Adebayo presents. Including New York news and the Film Phone-in.
10. 01:00 – 05:20 BBC Radio 4
  
  Selection of BBC World Service Programmes 19/04/2009
  
  BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
11. 01:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio Scotland
  
  Up All Night 19/04/2009
  
  Dotun Adebayo presents. Including New York news and the Film Phone-in.
12. 01:06 – 01:58 BBC World Service
  
  The Strand 17/04/2009
  
  Jack Mapanje, Publishing Recession, Youtube Orchestra
13. 01:10 – 02:10 BBC Four
  
  Jim Clark: The Quiet Champion
  
  Portrait of enigmatic 1960s world Formula 1 champion and motor racing legend Jim Clark. (R)
14. 01:30 – 02:25 BBC ALBA
  
  Soillse Series 1, Na starlets dhubh
  
  Rionnagan ball coise anns na 90an. Where are the Ghanaian football stars today? (R)
15. 01:30 – 02:00 BBC News Channel
  
  The Bottom Line Series 1, Episode 6
  
  6/6 The view from the top of business, featuring discussion with people running companies.
16. 01:30 – 02:00 BBC Parliament
  
  Northern Ireland Assembly 06/04/2009
  
  Coverage of questions in the Northern Ireland Assembly to First Minister Peter Robinson.
17. 02:00 – 02:45 BBC Parliament
  
  A Parliamentary Coup
  
  Carolyn Quinn tells the story of one of the most dramatic nights in Westminster history.
18. 02:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio Foyle
  
  Up All Night 19/04/2009
  
  Dotun Adebayo presents. Including New York news and the Film Phone-in.
19. 02:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio Ulster
  
  Up All Night 19/04/2009
  
  Dotun Adebayo presents. Including New York news and the Film Phone-in.
20. 02:10 – 03:35 BBC Four
  
  Storyville The Jazz Baroness
  
  Documentary about the British baroness who fell in love with jazz genius Thelonious Monk. (R)
21. 02:20 – 03:20 BBC Three
  
  My Life as an Animal Pigs
  
  1/4 Two volunteers experience life as a pig. (R)
22. 02:33 – 02:58 BBC World Service
  
  One Planet 16/04/2009
  
  The programme that explores the biggest issues in global development and the environment.
23. 02:45 – 03:00 BBC Parliament
  
  BOOKtalk Jonathan Powell
  
  Jonathan Powell on his book Great Hatred, Little Room: Making Peace in Northern Ireland.
24. 03:00 – 03:30 BBC Parliament
  
  Welsh First Minister's Questions 31/03/2009
  
  Coverage of Assembly questions to Welsh First Minister Rhodri Morgan, from 31 March.
25. 03:06 – 03:28 BBC World Service
  
  The Documentary Keeping the Peace, Episode 2
  
  2/2 Audrey Brown in Liberia looks at how peacekeepers and Liberians are grappling with the ...
26. 03:20 – 03:50 BBC Three
  
  Snog Marry Avoid? Series 2, Episode 5
  
  5/12 POD and Jenny get to grips with the Cheeky Girls and wannabe actresses the Howe twins. (R)
27. 03:30 – 04:15 BBC Parliament
  
  Briefings Nick Clegg
  
  Nick Clegg's speech to the Liberal Democrats' spring conference, from Sunday 8 March.
28. 03:32 – 03:41 BBC World Service
  
  Letter From... Clive James
  
  Clive James, on the resignation of Britain's Prime Minister's senior aide Damian McBride.
29. 03:35 – 04:35 BBC Four
  
  Legends The Charlie Parker Story
  
  Profile of Charlie Parker, one of the greatest jazz saxophonists of all time. (R)
30. 03:41 – 03:58 BBC World Service
  
  Over To You 18/04/2009
  
  Listeners offer their views on an edition of the documentary feature, Culture not Colour.
31. 03:50 – 04:20 BBC Three
  
  Snog Marry Avoid? Series 2, Episode 6
  
  6/12 POD and Jenny Frost transform a Playboy Bunny wannabe and a Capt Jack Sparrow look-alike. (R)
32. 04:00 – 05:00 BBC Somerset
  
  BCFM 19/04/2009
  
  Community radio offering a voice to local groups and individuals.
33. 04:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio Bristol
  
  BCFM 19/04/2009
  
  Community radio offering a voice to local groups and individuals.
34. 04:15 – 04:50 BBC Parliament
  
  Prime Minister's Questions 01/04/2009
  
  Recorded coverage of questions to the prime minister from Wednesday 1 April.
35. 04:20 – 05:30 BBC Three
  
  My Life as an Animal Pigs
  
  1/4 Two volunteers experience life as a pig. (R)
36. 04:30 – 05:00 BBC News Channel
  
  Click 18/04/2009
  
  A look at electronic books and their future, and online picture manipulation. (R)
37. 04:32 – 04:58 BBC World Service
  
  Science In Action 17/04/2009
  
  Jon Stewart looks at how the change of administration in the US will impact science.
38. 04:50 – 05:00 BBC Parliament
  
  Suffragettes: Battling for Votes
  
  Rosalyn Ball tells the story of the Suffragettes' campaign to win the vote for women.
39. 05:00 – 06:00 BBC Somerset
  
  The Alarm Call with Nancy Jackson 19/04/2009
  
  Much-loved music combined with interviews.
40. 05:00 – 06:00 BBC Parliament
  
  The Record Review 05/04/2009
  
  Highlights of the first three months of 2009 at Westminster, presented by Alicia McCarthy.
41. 05:00 – 06:00 BBC Radio Bristol
  
  The Alarm Call with Nancy Jackson 19/04/2009
  
  Much-loved music combined with interviews.
42. 05:32 – 05:58 BBC World Service
  
  Business Weekly Getting cash into Cuba
  
  Looks at breaking through the barrier of the Straits of Florida to get cash into Cuba.
43. 05:45 – 06:00 BBC Radio 4
  
  Profile Jacob Zuma
  
  Chris Bowlby profiles ANC leader Jacob Zuma.
  
  Listen now
Back to top
Morning
1. 06:00 – 09:00 BBC Essex
  
  Sunday Breakfast on BBC Essex 19/04/2009
  
  With music and faith news.
2. 06:00 – 06:30 BBC Parliament
  
  The Record Europe 04/04/2009
  
  An in-depth look at the politics of Europe, presented by Shirin Wheeler.
3. 06:00 – 09:00 BBC Radio Jersey
  
  Sunday Jersey Today 19/04/2009
  
  Celebrating the island's faith communities with Emma Conroy.
4. 06:00 – 06:30 BBC Radio Scotland
  
  Out of the Hot Seat Series 1, Episode 2
  
  2/4 Charles Kennedy MP speaks to the former editor of the Sunday Mirror and Sunday Express.
5. 06:30 – 06:45 BBC Parliament
  
  BOOKtalk David Hencke
  
  Mark D'Arcy talks to author David Hencke about his book, Marching to the Fault Line.
6. 06:30 – 07:00 BBC Radio Wales
  
  Wales at Work 06/01/2009
  
  The Business Doctor: Nick Servini finds out if one local council can cope without managers (R)
7. 06:35 – 06:57 BBC Radio 4
  
  On Your Farm Heavy Horses
  
  Elinor Goodman meets a Devon farmer who has swapped tractors for heavy horses.
  
  Listen now
8. 06:45 – 09:55 BBC Parliament
  
  Select Committees Banking Crisis
  
  Highlights of the Banking Crisis Select Committee, from Tuesday 10 February.
9. 07:03 – 07:05 BBC Radio Scotland
  
  Outdoor Conditions 19/04/2009
  
  A forecast for climbers, hillwalkers and sailors, broadcast daily on BBC Radio Scotland.
10. 07:05 – 07:30 BBC Lincolnshire
  
  Lincolnshire Farming 19/04/2009
  
  Alan Stennett with farming community news, issues and prices.
11. 07:30 – 08:00 BBC Radio Wales
  
  Country Focus 19/04/2009
  
  The rural news magazine for those who live and work in the Welsh countryside.
12. 07:32 – 07:58 BBC World Service
  
  The Interview 18/04/2009 - Avraham Burg
  
  Interesting, prominent people interviewed at length by the BBC.
13. 07:55 – 07:58 BBC Radio 4
  
  Radio 4 Appeal Cerebra
  
  Jules Hudson appeals on behalf of Cerebra.
14. 08:00 – 10:00 BBC Radio Humberside
  
  Gardening Phone-In 19/04/2009
  
  Taking your gardening questions.
15. 08:00 – 11:00 BBC Radio Kent
  
  Sunday Gardening 19/04/2009
  
  With Andy Garland and Steve Bradley.
16. 08:03 – 08:31 BBC Radio Cymru
  
  Bwrw Golwg 19/04/2009
  
  Cyfle i drin a thrafod materion crefyddol yr wythnos. All the week's religious news.
17. 08:05 – 09:00 BBC Radio Scotland
  
  Sally on Sunday Series 6, Episode 3
  
  3/13 Sally Magnusson returns with a familiar mix of music, real-life stories and interviews.
18. 08:30 – 10:00 BBC Radio Devon
  
  The Potting Shed 19/04/2009
  
  Your gardening problems answered by Sarah Chesters. Hosted by Pippa Quelch
19. 08:31 – 10:00 BBC Radio Cymru
  
  Dewi Llwyd ar Fore Sul 19/04/2009
  
  Cerddoriaeth a sgwrs gyda Dewi Llwyd. Music and chat with Dewi Llwyd.
20. 08:50 – 09:00 BBC Radio 4
  
  A Point of View Reputational Damage
  
  Clive James reflects on the resignation of the Prime Minister's senior aide Damian McBride
  
  Listen now
21. 09:00 – 12:00 BBC Asian Network
  
  Love Bollywood 19/04/2009
  
  Bollywood music, star interviews and reviews with Raj and Pablo.
22. 09:00 – 11:00 BBC Tees
  
  Ken Snowdon 19/04/2009
  
  Visit some unique moments in local history.
23. 09:00 – 10:00 BBC Radio 4
  
  Broadcasting House 19/04/2009
  
  News and conversation about the big stories of the week with Paddy O'Connell.
24. 09:00 – 11:00 BBC Radio Leeds
  
  Tim Crowther with Joe Maiden 19/04/2009
  
  Gardening advice from the county's top gardening team.
25. 09:00 – 10:00 BBC Radio Sheffield
  
  In the Garden with Neil Grant and Rony Robinson 19/04/2009
  
  Call Rony and Neil with your gardening questions.
26. 09:00 – 11:00 BBC Southern Counties
  
  Gardening 19/04/2009
  
  With Joe Talbot.
27. 09:06 – 09:58 BBC World Service
  
  The Forum 19/04/2009
  
  Ned Lebow, Lisa Appignanesi and Peter Klimek challenge each other on their ideas.
28. 09:55 – 11:30 BBC Parliament
  
  Scottish Parliament 05/04/2009
  
  Highlights of MSPs debating the Scotland Budget Bill, from Wednesday 28 January.
29. 10:00 – 12:00 BBC Radio 5 live
  
  Gabby Logan (Weekends 2007-09) 19/04/2009
  
  David Starkey talks about the 500th anniversary of the coronation of Henry VIII.
30. 10:00 – 13:00 BBC Coventry & Warwickshire
  
  Wincey Willis 19/04/2009
  
  The latest on the great outdoors, including your gardening questions answered.
31. 10:00 – 12:00 BBC Guernsey
  
  The Sunday Phone-In 19/04/2009
  
  Call us and give your views.
32. 10:00 – 11:30 BBC Two
  
  Something for the Weekend 19/04/2009
  
  With Tim Lovejoy, Amanda Hamilton and Simon Rimmer, plus Chris Addison and John Amaechi.
33. 10:00 – 12:00 BBC Radio Cambridgeshire
  
  Dougan does Gardening 19/04/2009
  
  Sue Dougan and friends with the best in Gardening advice and the latest tips in the world of horticulture.
34. 10:00 – 12:00 BBC Radio Gloucestershire
  
  Vernon Harwood 19/04/2009
  
  The Sunday colour supplement! Celebrating "the spirit of Gloucestershire".
35. 10:00 – 12:00 BBC Radio Jersey
  
  Talkback 19/04/2009
  
  Chris Rayner presents the political phone-in.
36. 10:00 – 13:00 BBC Radio Nottingham
  
  David Lloyd 19/04/2009
  
  The entertaining way to spend your Sunday morning.
37. 10:00 – 10:30 BBC Radio Scotland
  
  The Business 19/04/2009
  
  Graham Stewart and a panel of guests discuss what business needs from this week's Budget.
38. 10:02 – 10:46 BBC Radio Cymru
  
  Beti a'i Phobol 16/04/2009
  
  Sgyrsiau gyda phobl diddorol. Interviews with interesting people.
39. 10:10 – 11:10 BBC One except HD
  
  The Andrew Marr Show 19/04/2009
  
  Andrew Marr, former BBC Political Editor, interviews key newsmakers.
40. 10:30 – 11:00 BBC Radio Scotland
  
  Type A Meet Type B!
  
  What makes people early or late risers?
  
  Listen now
41. 10:32 – 10:58 BBC World Service
  
  Politics UK 18/04/2009
  
  A special edition asks how history will judge the outcome of the war in Iraq.
42. 11:00 – 14:00 BBC Tees
  
  Brigid and Dave 19/04/2009
  
  Green, gardening and the great outdoors - with tips, advice and local guests.
43. 11:05 – 12:00 BBC Radio Scotland except FM
  
  Out of Doors 18/04/2009
  
  Mark Stephen and Euan McIlwraith explore the great Scottish outdoors.
44. 11:05 – 12:00 BBC Radio Scotland only on FM
  
  Out of Doors 19/04/2009
  
  Mark Stephen and Euan McIlwraith explore the great Scottish outdoors.
45. 11:15 – 12:00 BBC Radio 4
  
  The Reunion 19/04/2009
  
  Sue MacGregor brings together some of those involved in the 1990s Brit Art movement.
  
  Listen now
46. 11:30 – 12:30 BBC Newcastle
  
  Garden Mania with Marian Foster 19/04/2009
  
  Horticultural advice with Marian Foster and experts, Stan and Eddie.
47. 11:30 – 12:00 BBC News Channel
  
  Click 18/04/2009
  
  A look at electronic books and their future, and online picture manipulation. (R)
48. 11:30 – 12:00 BBC Two
  
  Great British Menu Series 4, North East Judging
  
  Which of the chefs from the North East will be chosen to go through to the final? (R)
49. 11:30 – 11:45 BBC Parliament
  
  BOOKtalk Chris Mullin MP
  
  Mark D'Arcy talks to Chris Mullin MP about his diaries, A View from the Foothills.
50. 11:45 – 12:30 BBC Parliament
  
  Lords Questions 05/04/2009
  
  Highlights of questions in the House of Lords from the first three months of 2009.
51. 11:55 – 12:00 BBC Radio Foyle
  
  Days Like This 19/04/2009
  
  Series featuring people who talk about days that have mattered to them.
52. 11:55 – 12:00 BBC Radio Ulster
  
  Days Like This 19/04/2009
  
  Series featuring people who talk about days that have mattered to them.
Back to top
Afternoon
1. 12:00 – 13:00 BBC Two
  
  Animal Park Series 7, Episode 11
  
  11/20 There are babies on the way for the eland antelope – but mum's got a problem. (R)
2. 12:00 – 14:00 BBC Radio Berkshire
  
  Rory McAllister 19/04/2009
  
  With gardening advice from 1pm with Colin Evans.
3. 12:00 – 13:00 BBC Radio Gloucestershire
  
  Pete Wilson 19/04/2009
  
  Sunday afternoon listening featuring the towns, villages and local characters.
4. 12:00 – 13:00 BBC Radio Leicester
  
  Down to Earth 19/04/2009
  
  Gardening roadshow.
5. 12:00 – 14:00 BBC Radio Northampton
  
  Green Welly Show 19/04/2009
  
  With Johnnie Amos and Mark Dean.
6. 12:00 – 13:00 BBC Radio Shropshire
  
  Gardening with Alan Wilding 19/04/2009
  
  Phone the Gardenline on 01743 248321.
7. 12:00 – 13:00 BBC Radio Stoke
  
  The Gardening Show 19/04/2009
  
  Gardening phone-in with Terry Walsh. Call 01782 208008 [standard rate].
8. 12:05 – 13:00 BBC Radio Scotland except MW
  
  Beechgrove Potting Shed 19/04/2009
  
  Horticultural advice and practical tips from Frieda Morrison and her studio guests.
9. 12:06 – 12:28 BBC World Service
  
  The Documentary The Secret Scientists, Episode 1
  
  1/3 Professor Jim Al-Khalili looks at the great forgotten Arabic thinkers and their groundb...
10. 12:15 – 13:15 BBC One except HD
  
  Country Tracks Cornwall Coast
  
  Ben Fogle embarks upon a journey along Cornwall's dramatic south coast.
11. 12:30 – 13:15 BBC Parliament
  
  A Parliamentary Coup
  
  Carolyn Quinn tells the story of one of the most dramatic nights in Westminster history.
12. 12:32 – 12:57 BBC Radio 4
  
  Food Programme Essex Co-op
  
  Sheila Dillon looks at the farmers' co-operative supplying organic produce from Essex.
  
  Listen now
13. 13:00 – 14:00 BBC Two except Scotland
  
  Escape to the Country Series 6, Sutton to Wales
  
  Jules Hudson is in north Wales, helping a Sutton couple search for a country retreat. (R)
14. 13:00 – 13:30 BBC Two only on Scotland
  
  Fred Dibnah's Made in Britain Mechanics and Riveters
  
  7/12 Fred visits a company that makes ornate carvings. (R)
15. 13:00 – 13:30 BBC Radio 4
  
  The World This Weekend 19/04/2009
  
  A look at events around the world with Shaun Ley.
16. 13:00 – 14:00 BBC Radio Bristol
  
  Pick of the Week 19/04/2009
  
  A full round up of BBC Radio Bristol's best bits.
17. 13:00 – 14:00 BBC WM
  
  Ed Doolan: Other Side of 19/04/2009
  
  Ed gives an intimate profile of a household name.
18. 13:03 – 13:30 BBC Radio Foyle
  
  Inside Politics 19/04/2009
  
  Mark Devenport asks leading politicians and analysts to assess the big issues in the news.
19. 13:03 – 13:30 BBC Radio Ulster
  
  Inside Politics 19/04/2009
  
  Mark Devenport asks leading politicians and analysts to assess the big issues in the news.
20. 13:15 – 14:00 BBC Parliament
  
  Select Committees Press Standards
  
  Highlights of the Culture, Media and Sport select committee hearing on press standards.
21. 13:16 – 14:00 BBC Radio Cymru
  
  Blas 15/04/2009
  
  Pob agwedd ar fwyd. Series looking at all aspects of food.
22. 13:30 – 14:00 BBC Radio 4
  
  A Fine Defence of Enid Blyton
  
  Children's author Anne Fine examines the enduring appeal of the stories of Enid Blyton. (R)
23. 14:00 – 14:30 BBC Two except Scotland
  
  Fred Dibnah's Made in Britain Mechanics and Riveters
  
  7/12 Fred visits a company that makes ornate carvings. (R)
24. 14:00 – 14:45 BBC Parliament
  
  Mayor's Question Time 06/04/2009
  
  London Mayor Boris Johnson's question session in the London Assembly, from 25 March.
25. 14:00 – 14:45 BBC Radio 4
  
  Gardeners' Question Time 17/04/2009
  
  Eric Robson chairs. With John Cushnie, Chris Beardshaw and Bunny Guinness.
26. 14:03 – 14:30 BBC Radio Wales
  
  Platform Shoes Episode 4
  
  4/7 Huw Williams walks along a disused railway line, collecting people's stories along the way
27. 14:06 – 14:28 BBC World Service
  
  The Documentary The Atrocity Archives, Episode 2
  
  2/2 Gerry Northam reports on the discovery of documents from Guatemala's security forces du...
28. 14:30 – 16:30 BBC Radio Devon
  
  David FitzGerald 19/04/2009
  
  Fitz provides the perfect accompaniment for your Sunday afternoon with music and chat and a look at some of the 'best bits' from the last seven days.
29. 14:32 – 14:58 BBC World Service
  
  Discovery Oceans - What Lies Beneath, Episode 3
  
  3/4 Gabrielle Walker meets scientists who are trawling the oceans for untapped resources.
30. 14:45 – 15:00 BBC Parliament
  
  BOOKtalk Misha Glenny
  
  Mark D'Arcy talks to Misha Glenny about his book McMafia: Seriously Organised Crime.
31. 14:45 – 15:00 BBC Radio 4
  
  Street Circus
  
  Midge Ure travels to Cape Town to visit Zip Zap School of Circus Arts for Social Change.
32. 15:00 – 16:00 BBC Parliament
  
  House of Lords Postal Services
  
  Highlights of the Postal Services Bill, from Tuesday 10 March.
33. 15:00 – 15:45 BBC Radio Scotland except MW
  
  The Book Café 13/04/2009
  
  Clare English hosts the Book Café with a feast of all things literary.
34. 15:06 – 15:28 BBC World Service
  
  The Documentary Keeping the Peace, Episode 2
  
  2/2 Audrey Brown in Liberia looks at how peacekeepers and Liberians are grappling with the ...
35. 15:30 – 16:00 BBC News Channel
  
  The Bottom Line Series 1, Episode 6
  
  6/6 The view from the top of business, featuring discussion with people running companies. (R)
36. 15:45 – 16:32 BBC Radio Scotland except MW
  
  The Movie Café 16/04/2009
  
  Adele Hartley looks at new comedy I Love You, Man.
37. 16:00 – 18:00 BBC Essex
  
  Monster Memories 19/04/2009
  
  Showbiz guests and music with Eric Hall.
38. 16:00 – 16:55 BBC Parliament
  
  Briefings Gordon Brown in the USA
  
  Highlights from Prime Minister Gordon Brown's visit to Washington to meet President Obama.
39. 16:00 – 16:30 BBC Radio 4
  
  Open Book Elmore Leonard, Jane Austen's continuing cultural significance, and The Heart of a Dog.
  
  Mariella Frostrup talks to US crime writer Elmore Leonard about his new novel.
  
  Listen now
40. 16:00 – 17:00 BBC Radio Jersey
  
  Personal View 19/04/2009
  
  Hamish Marett-Crosby meets Margi Holland-Prior from St Brelade.
41. 16:00 – 18:00 BBC Radio Norfolk
  
  The Show Show 19/04/2009
  
  Norfolk's arts and entertainment scene, including the big show tunes.
42. 16:03 – 16:30 BBC Radio Ulster
  
  A Kist o Wurds Series 20, Episode 3
  
  3/15 A WF Marshall festival in Sixmilecross - and a new play called The Boat Factory.
43. 16:30 – 17:00 BBC Radio 4
  
  Blood, Sweat, Tears and Poetry
  
  Poet Patience Agbabi explores the relationship between poetry and the workplace. (R)
44. 16:32 – 17:00 BBC Radio Scotland except MW
  
  Conference 19/04/2009
  
  Highlights from the SNP conference in Glasgow.
45. 16:32 – 17:00 BBC Radio Wales only on FM
  
  The Past Master Copper
  
  3/10 Phil Carradice explores Wales' historical legacy from the copper industry.
46. 16:55 – 17:30 BBC Parliament
  
  Scottish First Minister's Questions 26/03/2009
  
  Questions in the Scottish Parliament to First Minister Alex Salmond. Thursday 26 March.
47. 17:00 – 19:00 BBC Asian Network
  
  Weekend Punjabi 19/04/2009
  
  Music, news and chat in Punjabi with Dipps Bhamrah.
48. 17:00 – 18:00 BBC HD
  
  Planet Earth From Pole to Pole
  
  1/11 Following the sun's seasonal journey and how it affects the lives of all creatures. (R)
49. 17:00 – 17:10 BBC One except HD, Northern Ireland
  
  Lifeline Lost Chord
  
  Angela Rippon appeals on behalf of the charity Lost Chord.
50. 17:00 – 17:10 BBC One only on Northern Ireland
  
  Lifeline from Northern Ireland Cruse Bereavement Care
  
  Sarah Travers looks at how charities and voluntary groups are facing the recession.
51. 17:00 – 18:00 BBC Somerset
  
  Black Echo 19/04/2009
  
  Music and conversation from Bristol's Black scene.
52. 17:00 – 17:40 BBC Radio 4
  
  Blair's Faith Foundation
  
  Can Tony Blair's Faith Foundation succeed in promoting religion as a force for progress?
  
  Listen now
53. 17:00 – 18:00 BBC Radio Bristol
  
  Black Echo 19/04/2009
  
  Music and conversation from Bristol's Black scene.
54. 17:02 – 17:30 BBC Radio Cymru
  
  Galwad Eto 19/04/2009
  
  Cyfle i glywed rhai o bigion 'Galwad Cynnar' eto. Highlights from Galwad Cynnar.
55. 17:03 – 17:32 BBC Radio Wales only on FM
  
  Science Cafe 19/04/2009
  
  Adam Walton hears about the 'robot scientist' developed at Aberystwyth University.
56. 17:10 – 17:25 BBC One except HD
  
  Points of View 19/04/2009
  
  Jeremy Vine puts viewers' queries to Mark Freeland, the BBC's head of comedy.
57. 17:30 – 18:25 BBC ALBA
  
  Soillse Series 1, Na starlets dhubh
  
  Rionnagan ball coise anns na 90an. Where are the Ghanaian football stars today? (R)
58. 17:30 – 18:00 BBC Two
  
  Orangutan Diary Series 2, Episode 6
  
  6/6 The team release 25 rescued orangutans including Mama Pika and her baby.
59. 17:30 – 18:15 BBC Parliament
  
  Select Committees Press Standards Committee
  
  Culture, Media and Sport select committee hearing on press standards, from 10 March.
60. 17:32 – 18:00 BBC Radio Wales only on FM
  
  The Time Of Our Lives Episode 1
  
  1/6 Alan Thompson takes a nostalgic look back to 1976.
61. 17:40 – 17:54 BBC Radio 4
  
  Profile Jacob Zuma
  
  Chris Bowlby profiles ANC leader Jacob Zuma.
  
  Listen now
62. 17:45 – 18:00 BBC News Channel
  
  E24 18/04/2009
  
  Gethin Jones and James Dagwell present the weekly entertainment show. (R)
Back to top
Evening
1. 18:00 – 19:00 BBC Essex
  
  Naked Scientists 19/04/2009
  
  Dr Chris Smith answers your science questions.
2. 18:00 – 19:00 BBC Two except Scotland
  
  Flog It! Series 4, Llandudno
  
  Paul Martin is in Llandudno in north Wales to find more people ready to sell antiques. (R)
3. 18:00 – 19:00 BBC Two only on Scotland
  
  Planet Earth Freshwater
  
  3/11 Following the descent of the planet's mightiest rivers from their sources to the sea.
4. 18:00 – 19:00 BBC Radio Cambridgeshire
  
  Naked Scientists 19/04/2009
  
  Answering questions from everyday chemistry to quantum physics.
5. 18:00 – 19:00 BBC Radio Norfolk
  
  The Naked Scientists 19/04/2009
  
  Science explained.
6. 18:00 – 19:00 BBC Radio Northampton
  
  The Naked Scientists 19/04/2009
  
  Science explained.
7. 18:00 – 19:00 BBC Radio Suffolk
  
  The Naked Scientists 19/04/2009
  
  Science explained.
8. 18:15 – 19:15 BBC Parliament
  
  The Record Review 05/04/2009
  
  Highlights of the first three months of 2009 at Westminster, presented by Alicia McCarthy.
9. 18:15 – 19:00 BBC Radio 4
  
  Pick of the Week 19/04/2009
  
  Miriam O'Reilly with her selection of highlights from the past week on BBC radio.
10. 18:30 – 19:25 BBC ALBA
  
  Seachd Là 19/04/2009
  
  Local, national and international news.
11. 18:32 – 18:58 BBC World Service
  
  Business Weekly Getting cash into Cuba
  
  Looks at breaking through the barrier of the Straits of Florida to get cash into Cuba.
12. 18:35 – 19:35 BBC HD
  
  Britain from Above 24 Hour Britain
  
  1/6 Andrew Marr goes on a journey through a day in the life of Britain as seen from the skies. (R)
13. 18:45 – 19:30 BBC Radio Cymru
  
  Y Talwrn 19/04/2009
  
  Beirdd yn ceisio am le yn y Ffeinal yn Eisteddfod. Bards vie for an Eisteddfod final place
14. 19:00 – 20:00 BBC One except HD
  
  Countryfile 19/04/2009
  
  Julia Bradbury and Matt Baker explore the area around Ben Nevis.
15. 19:00 – 22:00 BBC Radio 1 only on England
  
  Nick Grimshaw and Annie Mac Chipmunk co-hosts with Annie Mac
  
  Nick's off, so we've got Chipmunk to come in and help out Annie.
16. 19:03 – 19:05 BBC Radio Scotland
  
  Outdoor Conditions 19/04/2009
  
  A forecast for climbers, hillwalkers and sailors, broadcast daily on BBC Radio Scotland.
17. 19:15 – 19:45 BBC Parliament
  
  The Record Europe 04/04/2009
  
  An in-depth look at the politics of Europe, presented by Shirin Wheeler.
18. 19:25 – 19:30 BBC ALBA
  
  Dè tha Dol 19/04/2009
  
  Concerts, meetings and events - a roundup of what is on across the country.
19. 19:30 – 20:30 BBC Radio 5 live
  
  Donal MacIntyre 19/04/2009
  
  Are teachers helping children to cheat in exams?
20. 19:35 – 20:05 BBC HD
  
  Britain from Above The City
  
  2/6 Comparing exhaustive footage of London in the 40s with the city of today. (R)
21. 19:45 – 20:30 BBC Parliament
  
  Briefings David Cameron
  
  Speech by Conservative leader David Cameron on the economy, from Friday 13 March.
22. 20:00 – 21:00 BBC ALBA
  
  Farpaisean Chon-Chaorach Series 1, Episode 3
  
  3/10 Donald MacSween and Catriona MacPhee visit the Ardlamont Open Sheepdog Trails in Argyll. (R)
23. 20:00 – 21:00 BBC Four
  
  Mud, Sweat and Tractors: The Story of Agriculture Milk
  
  1/4 How the production and selling of milk were revolutionised during the 20th century. (R)
24. 20:00 – 22:00 BBC London 94.9
  
  Dotun Adebayo on Sunday 19/04/2009
  
  Talking about London's diverse communities and the issues affecting them.
25. 20:00 – 20:30 BBC Three
  
  Snog Marry Avoid? Series 2, Episode 1
  
  1/12 Flesh-flashing Londoner Mykela, metal-mad Mark and Chantelle from Big Brother face POD. (R)
26. 20:00 – 21:00 BBC Two
  
  Top Gear Series 12, Episode 2
  
  The team travel to the US to take three new generation muscle cars on an epic road trip. (R)
27. 20:00 – 20:30 BBC Radio 4
  
  More or Less 17/04/2009
  
  Tim Harford investigates the numbers behind the drug legalisation debate.
  
  Listen now
28. 20:00 – 21:00 BBC Radio Berkshire
  
  BBC Berkshire's Greatest Hits 19/04/2009
  
  With Phil Kennedy. This week's choice cuts of Andrew Peach, Maggie Philbin and Henry Kelly
29. 20:06 – 20:58 BBC World Service
  
  The Forum 19/04/2009
  
  Ned Lebow, Lisa Appignanesi and Peter Klimek challenge each other on their ideas.
30. 20:30 – 21:00 BBC Three
  
  Snog Marry Avoid? Series 2, Episode 3
  
  3/12 With Italian make-up addict Martha and burlesque babes Lou La La and Miss Loula Cherry. (R)
31. 20:30 – 21:00 BBC Parliament
  
  Northern Ireland Assembly 06/04/2009
  
  Coverage of questions in the Northern Ireland Assembly to First Minister Peter Robinson.
32. 20:30 – 21:00 BBC Radio 4
  
  Last Word 17/04/2009
  
  Matthew Bannister presents the obituary series.
  
  Listen now
33. 21:00 – 21:45 BBC ALBA
  
  Na h-Eilthirich Episode 3
  
  3/8 The Battle of Seven Oaks in 1816 between Scottish colonists and a band of buffalo hunters. (R)
34. 21:00 – 22:00 BBC Two
  
  Louis Theroux: A Place for Paedophiles
  
  Louis has gained access to a Californian mental hospital housing convicted paedophiles.
35. 21:00 – 21:45 BBC Parliament
  
  A Parliamentary Coup
  
  Carolyn Quinn tells the story of one of the most dramatic nights in Westminster history.
36. 21:00 – 21:26 BBC Radio 4
  
  Money Box 18/04/2009
  
  The latest news from the world of personal finance with Paul Lewis.
  
  Listen now
37. 21:00 – 22:00 BBC Radio Berkshire
  
  Louise Chandler 19/04/2009
  
  For news from Berkshire's Caribbean communities. Listen to the show anytime at bbc.co.uk/berkshire.
38. 21:03 – 22:00 BBC Radio Cymru
  
  Cofio 18/04/2009
  
  Rhaglen yn cynnwys darnau o'r archif. Archive clips and recordings with John Hardy.
39. 21:26 – 21:30 BBC Radio 4
  
  Radio 4 Appeal Cerebra
  
  Jules Hudson appeals on behalf of Cerebra.
40. 21:30 – 21:58 BBC Radio 4
  
  In Business Power Drive
  
  Peter Day investigates the development of electric cars.
  
  Listen now
41. 21:45 – 22:00 BBC ALBA
  
  Sgeul Seirbheis National Service
  
  Gaels reflect on their experience of National Service in the 1950s. (R)
42. 21:45 – 22:00 BBC News Channel
  
  E24 18/04/2009
  
  Gethin Jones and James Dagwell present the weekly entertainment show. (R)
43. 21:45 – 22:00 BBC Parliament
  
  BOOKtalk Jonathan Powell
  
  Jonathan Powell on his book Great Hatred, Little Room: Making Peace in Northern Ireland.
44. 22:00 – 01:00 BBC Radio 5 live
  
  Stephen Nolan 19/04/2009
  
  Aasmah Mir sits in with fierce and feisty topical phone-in debate.
45. 22:00 – 22:30 BBC ALBA
  
  Casa nam Moireasdanach Episode 5
  
  5/5 The Morrison family attempt to turn a Portuguese ruin into a luxury holiday home. (R)
46. 22:00 – 02:00 BBC London 94.9
  
  Eddie Nestor 19/04/2009
  
  The best in late night conversation and music with the 2007 Sony Radio Awards Speech Broadcaster of the Year.
47. 22:00 – 22:30 BBC Parliament
  
  Welsh First Minister's Questions 31/03/2009
  
  Coverage of Assembly questions to Welsh First Minister Rhodri Morgan, from 31 March.
48. 22:00 – 00:00 BBC Radio 1 only on England
  
  The Surgery with Aled 19/04/2009
  
  Aled from The Chris Moyles Show discusses sex, love, life and other important stuff.
49. 22:00 – 23:02 BBC Radio 4
  
  Westminster Hour 19/04/2009
  
  Including The Prime Ministers.
50. 22:00 – 22:20 BBC Radio 7
  
  The No 1 Ladies' Favourite Radio Show Just Rocks
  
  6/6 Solomon discusses fake diamonds with the Department of Gemstones and Narcotics.
51. 22:00 – 23:00 BBC Radio Humberside
  
  Blair and Doug Repotted 19/04/2009
  
  A chance to catch highlights of BBC Radio Humberside's Sunday gardening programme The Great Outdoors.
52. 22:20 – 23:20 BBC Four
  
  Mark Lawson Talks To... Mike Leigh
  
  British film director Mike Leigh talks to Mark Lawson about his life and career.
53. 22:20 – 22:30 BBC Radio 7
  
  7 Previews I Did It My Way: Simon Brett
  
  Sound bite-sized excerpts from a forthcoming selection of the writer's work.
54. 22:30 – 23:00 BBC ALBA
  
  Cuide ri Cathy Series 1, Cardinal Keith O Brien
  
  19/40 Tha Cathy NicDhòmhnaill a cur seachad là còmhla ri Càirdineal Keith O'Brien. (R)
55. 22:30 – 23:00 BBC News Channel
  
  The Bottom Line Series 1, Episode 6
  
  6/6 The view from the top of business, featuring discussion with people running companies.
56. 22:30 – 23:15 BBC Parliament
  
  Briefings Nick Clegg
  
  Nick Clegg's speech to the Liberal Democrats' spring conference, from Sunday 8 March.
57. 22:45 – 23:45 BBC Three
  
  My Life as an Animal Pigs
  
  1/4 Two volunteers experience life as a pig. (R)
58. 22:50 – 23:20 BBC Two only on Scotland
  
  Scottish National Party Conference Spring Conference 2009, 19/04/2009
  
  Highlights from the Scottish National Party's conference. Introduced by Glenn Campbell.
59. 23:02 – 23:30 BBC Radio 4
  
  The Film Programme 17/04/2009
  
  Francine Stock celebrates the 50th anniversary of the French New Wave.
  
  Listen now
60. 23:15 – 23:50 BBC Parliament
  
  Prime Minister's Questions 01/04/2009
  
  Recorded coverage of questions to the prime minister from Wednesday 1 April.
61. 23:20 – 23:50 BBC Four
  
  Newswipe Series 1, Episode 4
  
  4/6 Charlie Brooker looks at how graphics on news programmes have changed over the years. (R)
62. 23:30 – 00:00 BBC ALBA
  
  Air An Toir Sir John MacKenzie
  
  5/6 The story of Sir John MacKenzie. (R)
63. 23:33 – 23:58 BBC World Service
  
  One Planet 16/04/2009
  
  The programme that explores the biggest issues in global development and the environment.
64. 23:50 – 00:50 BBC Four
  
  All About Abigail's Party
  
  Documentary telling the story behind one of our best-loved plays.
65. 23:50 – 00:00 BBC Parliament
  
  Suffragettes: Battling for Votes
  
  Rosalyn Ball tells the story of the Suffragettes' campaign to win the vote for women.
Back to top
Late
1. 00:00 – 01:00 BBC Parliament
  
  The Record Review 05/04/2009
  
  Highlights of the first three months of 2009 at Westminster, presented by Alicia McCarthy.
2. 00:00 – 01:00 BBC Radio 3
  
  Jazz Line-Up Madeleine Peyroux
  
  Julian Joseph talks to vocalist Madeleine Peyroux about her latest CD Bare Bones.
3. 00:00 – 01:00 BBC Radio Scotland
  
  Stephen Nolan 19/04/2009
  
  Aasmah Mir sits in with fierce and feisty topical phone-in debate.
4. 00:02 – 01:00 BBC Radio Cymru
  
  C2 Jarman, 15/04/2009
  
  Cerddoriaeth a sgwrs gyda Geraint Jarman. Music and chat with Geraint Jarman.
5. 00:15 – 00:45 BBC Radio 4
  
  Thinking Allowed Biometric Security - Ethnographer's Dilemma
  
  Laurie Taylor explores the history of biometrics.
  
  Listen now
6. 00:20 – 16:00 BBC HD
  
  Amazon with Bruce Parry Episode 2
  
  2/6 Bruce Parry visits the Achuar people who are fighting to keep oil companies off their land (R)
7. 00:30 – 01:00 BBC News Channel
  
  Click 18/04/2009
  
  A look at electronic books and their future, and online picture manipulation. (R)
8. 00:45 – 01:10 BBC Three
  
  The Real Hustle Series 2, Episode 1
  
  1/10 Scams include the fake warehouse employees who grab thousands with just a trolley. (R)
9. 00:50 – 01:50 BBC Four
  
  Mud, Sweat and Tractors: The Story of Agriculture Milk
  
  1/4 How the production and selling of milk were revolutionised during the 20th century. (R)
10. 00:50 – 01:20 BBC One except HD
  
  The Planners Are Coming Permission Impossible
  
  7/8 Witham residents are prepared to fight the planned replacement of three houses with flats. (R)
11. 01:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio 5 live
  
  Up All Night 20/04/2009
  
  Global stories with Dotun Adebayo including science and Australian news.
12. 01:00 – 05:00 BBC Asian Network
  
  We join BBC Radio 5 live 02/05/2003
  
  BBC Asian Network joins BBC Radio 5 live through the night.
13. 01:00 – 01:30 BBC Parliament
  
  The Record Europe 04/04/2009
  
  An in-depth look at the politics of Europe, presented by Shirin Wheeler.
14. 01:00 – 05:20 BBC Radio 4
  
  Selection of BBC World Service Programmes 20/04/2009
  
  BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
15. 01:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio Foyle
  
  Up All Night 20/04/2009
  
  Global stories with Dotun Adebayo including science and Australian news.
16. 01:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio Scotland
  
  Up All Night 20/04/2009
  
  Global stories with Dotun Adebayo including science and Australian news.
17. 01:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio Ulster
  
  Up All Night 20/04/2009
  
  Global stories with Dotun Adebayo including science and Australian news.
18. 01:06 – 01:58 BBC World Service
  
  The Forum 19/04/2009
  
  Ned Lebow, Lisa Appignanesi and Peter Klimek challenge each other on their ideas.
19. 01:30 – 01:45 BBC Parliament
  
  BOOKtalk David Hencke
  
  Mark D'Arcy talks to author David Hencke about his book, Marching to the Fault Line.
20. 01:45 – 04:55 BBC Parliament
  
  Select Committees Banking Crisis
  
  Highlights of the Banking Crisis Select Committee, from Tuesday 10 February.
21. 01:50 – 02:50 BBC Four
  
  Mark Lawson Talks To... Mike Leigh
  
  British film director Mike Leigh talks to Mark Lawson about his life and career. (R)
22. 02:10 – 03:10 BBC Three
  
  My Life as an Animal Pigs
  
  1/4 Two volunteers experience life as a pig. (R)
23. 02:20 – 02:28 BBC World Service
  
  World Business News 20/04/2009
  
  All the big Business stories of the day.
24. 02:41 – 02:58 BBC World Service
  
  Business Daily 20/04/2009
  
  The daily drama of money and work from the BBC.
25. 02:50 – 05:30 BBC Four
  
  Mud, Sweat and Tractors: The Story of Agriculture Milk
  
  1/4 How the production and selling of milk were revolutionised during the 20th century. (R)
26. 03:06 – 03:28 BBC World Service
  
  The Documentary The Atrocity Archives, Episode 2
  
  2/2 Gerry Northam reports on the discovery of documents from Guatemala's security forces du...
27. 03:10 – 03:40 BBC Three
  
  Snog Marry Avoid? Series 2, Episode 1
  
  1/12 Flesh-flashing Londoner Mykela, metal-mad Mark and Chantelle from Big Brother face POD. (R)
28. 03:20 – 04:20 BBC One except HD
  
  Gardeners' World Specials 2009, No Grounds for Gardening: Design
  
  2/3 A look at how city streets could be made greener by creating vertical gardens. (R)
29. 03:40 – 04:10 BBC Three
  
  Snog Marry Avoid? Series 2, Episode 3
  
  3/12 With Italian make-up addict Martha and burlesque babes Lou La La and Miss Loula Cherry. (R)
30. 04:10 – 05:30 BBC Three
  
  Young Mums' Mansion: The Dads Arrive Changed My Life
  
  10/10 The parents reflect on the month they shared living in the mansion. (R)
31. 04:55 – 06:30 BBC Parliament
  
  Scottish Parliament 05/04/2009
  
  Highlights of MSPs debating the Scotland Budget Bill, from Wednesday 28 January.

Previous day: 18 April 2009

Next day: 20 April 2009

April 2009
Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
30	31	1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18	19
20	21	22	23	24	25	26
27	28	29	30	1	2	3
4	5	6	7	8	9	10

Previous month: March 2009

Next month: May 2009

Accessibility links

bbc.co.uk navigation

Factual schedule Sunday 19 April 2009

Skip to:

Refine by sub genre

Early

00:00 – 02:00 BBC London 94.9

00:00 – 01:00 BBC Radio 3

00:00 – 01:00 BBC Radio Scotland

00:15 – 00:45 BBC Parliament

00:25 – 01:10 BBC Four

00:32 – 00:40 BBC World Service

00:41 – 00:58 BBC World Service

00:45 – 01:30 BBC Parliament

01:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio 5 live

01:00 – 05:20 BBC Radio 4

01:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio Scotland

01:06 – 01:58 BBC World Service

01:10 – 02:10 BBC Four

01:30 – 02:25 BBC ALBA

01:30 – 02:00 BBC News Channel

01:30 – 02:00 BBC Parliament

02:00 – 02:45 BBC Parliament

02:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio Foyle

02:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio Ulster

02:10 – 03:35 BBC Four

02:20 – 03:20 BBC Three

02:33 – 02:58 BBC World Service

02:45 – 03:00 BBC Parliament

03:00 – 03:30 BBC Parliament

03:06 – 03:28 BBC World Service

03:20 – 03:50 BBC Three

03:30 – 04:15 BBC Parliament

03:32 – 03:41 BBC World Service

03:35 – 04:35 BBC Four

03:41 – 03:58 BBC World Service

03:50 – 04:20 BBC Three

04:00 – 05:00 BBC Somerset

04:00 – 05:00 BBC Radio Bristol

04:15 – 04:50 BBC Parliament

04:20 – 05:30 BBC Three

04:30 – 05:00 BBC News Channel

04:32 – 04:58 BBC World Service

04:50 – 05:00 BBC Parliament

05:00 – 06:00 BBC Somerset

05:00 – 06:00 BBC Parliament

05:00 – 06:00 BBC Radio Bristol

05:32 – 05:58 BBC World Service

05:45 – 06:00 BBC Radio 4

Morning

06:00 – 09:00 BBC Essex

06:00 – 06:30 BBC Parliament

06:00 – 09:00 BBC Radio Jersey

06:00 – 06:30 BBC Radio Scotland

06:30 – 06:45 BBC Parliament

06:30 – 07:00 BBC Radio Wales

06:35 – 06:57 BBC Radio 4

06:45 – 09:55 BBC Parliament

07:03 – 07:05 BBC Radio Scotland

07:05 – 07:30 BBC Lincolnshire

07:30 – 08:00 BBC Radio Wales

07:32 – 07:58 BBC World Service

07:55 – 07:58 BBC Radio 4

08:00 – 10:00 BBC Radio Humberside

08:00 – 11:00 BBC Radio Kent

08:03 – 08:31 BBC Radio Cymru

08:05 – 09:00 BBC Radio Scotland

08:30 – 10:00 BBC Radio Devon

08:31 – 10:00 BBC Radio Cymru

08:50 – 09:00 BBC Radio 4

09:00 – 12:00 BBC Asian Network

09:00 – 11:00 BBC Tees

09:00 – 10:00 BBC Radio 4

09:00 – 11:00 BBC Radio Leeds

09:00 – 10:00 BBC Radio Sheffield

09:00 – 11:00 BBC Southern Counties

09:06 – 09:58 BBC World Service

09:55 – 11:30 BBC Parliament

10:00 – 12:00 BBC Radio 5 live