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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
Tim Harford and the More or Less team try to make sense of the statistics which surround us. From BBC Radio 4
David Aaronovitch and a panel of experts and insiders present in-depth explainers on big issues in the news.
Scott & Chris entertain the nation – The podcast that walks the line between the funny, awkward and outrageous.
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Professor Jim Al-Khalili talks to leading scientists about their life and work, finding out what inspires them and asking what their discoveries might do for us in the future.
Reflections from a faith perspective on issues and people in the news.
Director of the British Museum, Neil MacGregor, narrates 100 programmes that retell humanity's history through the objects we have made
A rich selection of documentaries aimed at relentlessly curious minds, introduced by Vanessa Kisuule.
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.
Series exploring the place and nature of faith in today's world
Insight, wit and analysis as BBC correspondents, journalists and writers take a closer look at the stories behind the headlines. Presented by Kate Adie and Pascale Harter.
Science sleuths Dr Adam Rutherford and Dr Hannah Fry investigate everyday mysteries sent by listeners.
Breaking news on the environment, climate change, pollution, and endangered species. Also featuring Climate Connections, a special series on climate change co-produced by NPR and National Geographic.
Series that demystifies health issues, separating fact from fiction and bringing clarity to conflicting health advice.
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the best hour of radio you could ever download!
Scientific principles, theory, and the role of key figures in the advancement of science.
The latest news from the world of personal finance plus advice for those trying to make the most of their money.
Series exploring the world of words and the ways in which we use them
