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Radio schedule Tuesday 10th July 2012

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
The Sit Crom. Copyright: BBC

The Sit Crom

Episode 6 - The Wasps' Nest

The search for enemies leads to love triumphing over fire.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Sketchorama. Humphrey Ker. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Sketchorama

Series 1, Episode 2

Sketch comedian Humphrey Ker presents up-and-coming sketch groups from the live UK comedy circuit. Featuring The Noise Next Door, The Boom Jennies and Jigsaw.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Episode 8.3, The Burning Embassy: Peking's British embassy catches fire, so fireman Seagoon posts off parcels of water.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Listen To Les

Listen To Les

Les Dawson with more stylish piano playing and the tale of a man so thin he was once used as a dipstick.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 37, Episode 5

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present topical sketches and stand-up. With Jon Holmes, Laura Shavin, Mitch Benn and Holly Walsh.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert

Jest A Minute

Series 1, Episode 5

Jeff Green and Sarah Millican star in Rhod Gilbert's comedy quiz.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Episode 8.3, The Burning Embassy: Peking's British embassy catches fire, so fireman Seagoon posts off parcels of water.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Listen To Les

Listen To Les

Les Dawson with more stylish piano playing and the tale of a man so thin he was once used as a dipstick.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
King Street Junior. Copyright: BBC

King Street Junior

Series 6, Episode 1 - Money Matters

When expenditure exceeds income, Mr. Beeston is faced with the possibility of sacking Mrs. Rudd. Meanwhile, Mr. Sims helps an "illiterate" boy to read.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
The Sit Crom. Copyright: BBC

The Sit Crom

Episode 6 - The Wasps' Nest

The search for enemies leads to love triumphing over fire.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
Terry Pratchett's Guards! Guards!. Copyright: BBC

Terry Pratchett's Guards! Guards!

Episode 2

Is it possible that a long-extinct beast could be behind recent crimes? Captain Vimes investigates.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Sketchorama. Humphrey Ker. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Sketchorama

Series 1, Episode 3

Sketch comedy showcase featuring The Three Englishmen, Max & Ivan, and Frisky & Mannish. With host Humphrey Ker.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Episode 8.3, The Burning Embassy: Peking's British embassy catches fire, so fireman Seagoon posts off parcels of water.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Listen To Les

Listen To Les

Les Dawson with more stylish piano playing and the tale of a man so thin he was once used as a dipstick.

BBC Asian Network 10pm
Meera Syal's Asian Comedy Story. Meera Syal. Copyright: Tonic Productions

Meera Syal's Asian Comedy Story

Episode 2 - Meera Syal's Asian Comedy Story - Part 2

Meera Syal explores how, after making it into the mainstream, Asian comedy began to grow. It draws on further examples of its increase and looks at the current Asian comedy scene today. Contributors include Shazia Mirza and Kulvinder Ghir.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Sketchorama. Humphrey Ker. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Sketchorama

Series 1, Episode 2

Sketch comedian Humphrey Ker presents up-and-coming sketch groups from the live UK comedy circuit. Featuring The Noise Next Door, The Boom Jennies and Jigsaw.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Heated Rollers

Heated Rollers

Episode 1: The all-women sketch show starring Lynda Bellingham, Gwyneth Strong and Joanna Monro.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Josie Long - All Of The Planet's Wonders. Josie Long. Copyright: BBC

Josie Long - All Of The Planet's Wonders

Episode 4

Josie thinks about propriety, plants, grandparents, being connected to the world around you and growing your own. With special guest Isy Suttie.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:15pm (repeat)
The Pickerskill Detentions

The Pickerskill Detentions

Episode 4, The Black-eyed Marketeer: Retired English Master Dr Henry Pickerskill recalls his most memorable detentions.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
The Masterson Inheritance. Image shows from L to R: Phelim McDermott, Josie Lawrence, Jim Sweeney, Caroline Quentin, Lee Simpson, Paul Merton. Copyright: BBC

The Masterson Inheritance

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Mastersons and Johnson

The French Revolution is in full swing and the fate of the Masterson family is inextricably linked with that of a tumble dryer.

BBC Radio 4 Extra Midnight (repeat)
Terry Pratchett's Guards! Guards!. Copyright: BBC

Terry Pratchett's Guards! Guards!

Episode 2

Is it possible that a long-extinct beast could be behind recent crimes? Captain Vimes investigates.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2am (repeat)
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 37, Episode 5

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present topical sketches and stand-up. With Jon Holmes, Laura Shavin, Mitch Benn and Holly Walsh.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2am (repeat)
A Whole New Ball Game

A Whole New Ball Game

Episode 5, Found Wanting: Robert decides to save Barbara from biker Andy, so enlists Father Benedict as an avenger.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert

Jest A Minute

Series 1, Episode 5

Jeff Green and Sarah Millican star in Rhod Gilbert's comedy quiz.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
King Street Junior. Copyright: BBC

King Street Junior

Series 6, Episode 1 - Money Matters

When expenditure exceeds income, Mr. Beeston is faced with the possibility of sacking Mrs. Rudd. Meanwhile, Mr. Sims helps an "illiterate" boy to read.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
What Ho, Jeeves!. Copyright: BBC

What Ho, Jeeves!

What Ho! Jeeves: Joy In The Morning, Episode 5 - Schemes And Ruses

Bertie Wooster is much in demand, but his best-laid plans go awry.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
The Sit Crom. Copyright: BBC

The Sit Crom

Episode 6 - The Wasps' Nest

The search for enemies leads to love triumphing over fire.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
The Leopard In Autumn

The Leopard In Autumn

Series 2, Episode 1 - Considering The Lillies Of The Field

Prince Ludovico, besieged ruler of the pettiest state in Italy, has to raise enough money from his meagre subjects to pay the new Pope's tribute.

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