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Radio schedule Thursday 18th August 2022

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
The Tim Vine Chat Show. Tim Vine. Copyright: BBC

The Tim Vine Chat Show

Series 1, Episode 1

Tim talks to a death-defying parachutist and tells at least two jokes about chickens.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Michael Spicer: Before Next Door. Image shows left to right: Michael (Michael Spicer), Ellie Taylor

Michael Spicer: Before Next Door

Pilot, Episode 1

After 20 years of making comedy under the radar, Michael Spicer is on the cusp of leaving the office behind and - with the help of his wife Roberta - making a living out of being funny. But will an ordinary person like Michael be able to successfully navigate the unpredictable road to fame?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Series 1, Episode 5 - Keep Unfit The Burkiss Way

Stay the way you are with unexpected adjustments.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Galton & Simpson

Little Blighty On The Down

Series 2, Episode 3

A repeat of this 1988 radio.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Personality Test. Copyright: BBC

The Personality Test

Series 3, Episode 2 - Lorraine Kelly

Lorraine Kelly is in the hot seat, and the panellists are comedians Sue Perkins, Lucy Porter, Robin Ince and Will Smith.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Coming Alive

Coming Alive

Episode 2.5, Big Trouble: Terry finds himself in trouble with small-time criminals with big ideas, and Sandra faces a stalker.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Series 1, Episode 5 - Keep Unfit The Burkiss Way

Stay the way you are with unexpected adjustments.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Galton & Simpson

Little Blighty On The Down

Series 2, Episode 3

A repeat of this 1988 radio.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
The Personality Test. Copyright: BBC

The Personality Test

Series 3, Episode 2 - Lorraine Kelly

Lorraine Kelly is in the hot seat, and the panellists are comedians Sue Perkins, Lucy Porter, Robin Ince and Will Smith.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
Coming Alive

Coming Alive

Episode 2.5, Big Trouble: Terry finds himself in trouble with small-time criminals with big ideas, and Sandra faces a stalker.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
The Tim Vine Chat Show. Tim Vine. Copyright: BBC

The Tim Vine Chat Show

Series 1, Episode 1

Tim talks to a death-defying parachutist and tells at least two jokes about chickens.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Michael Spicer: Before Next Door. Image shows left to right: Michael (Michael Spicer), Ellie Taylor

Michael Spicer: Before Next Door

Pilot, Episode 1

After 20 years of making comedy under the radar, Michael Spicer is on the cusp of leaving the office behind and - with the help of his wife Roberta - making a living out of being funny. But will an ordinary person like Michael be able to successfully navigate the unpredictable road to fame?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
Hordes Of The Things. Copyright: BBC

Hordes Of The Things

Episode 3 - The Third Chronicle

As the defenders of Albion complete their quests, one makes a startling discovery.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
Michael Spicer: Before Next Door. Image shows left to right: Michael (Michael Spicer), Ellie Taylor

Michael Spicer: Before Next Door

Series 1, Episode 1 - Marketing Genius

The neurotic part-time comedian finally wins acclaim for his Room Next Door videos. But can he cash in or will his ambitions ever overcome his social anxiety and self doubt?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Series 1, Episode 5 - Keep Unfit The Burkiss Way

Stay the way you are with unexpected adjustments.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Galton & Simpson

Little Blighty On The Down

Series 2, Episode 3

A repeat of this 1988 radio.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Michael Spicer: Before Next Door. Image shows left to right: Michael (Michael Spicer), Ellie Taylor

Michael Spicer: Before Next Door

Pilot, Episode 1

After 20 years of making comedy under the radar, Michael Spicer is on the cusp of leaving the office behind and - with the help of his wife Roberta - making a living out of being funny. But will an ordinary person like Michael be able to successfully navigate the unpredictable road to fame?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
The Consultants

The Consultants

Series 3, Episode 2

Sketch show written by and starring Neil Edmond, Justin Edwards and James Rawlings.

Radio 4 11:30pm (repeat)
Phil Hammond

Dr Phil's Bedside Manner

Episode 3

Dr Phil Hammond visits and performs for the staff and patients at the Royal United Hospital in Bath.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups. Tom (Tom Wrigglesworth). Copyright: BBC

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Series 1, Episode 1 - Time To Celebrate

When Tom phones home we find out why he hates celebrations, why his mum can't stop organising them and why his father needs an electric whisk.

BBC Radio 4 Extra Midnight (repeat)
Hordes Of The Things. Copyright: BBC

Hordes Of The Things

Episode 3 - The Third Chronicle

As the defenders of Albion complete their quests, one makes a startling discovery.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
The Personality Test. Copyright: BBC

The Personality Test

Series 3, Episode 2 - Lorraine Kelly

Lorraine Kelly is in the hot seat, and the panellists are comedians Sue Perkins, Lucy Porter, Robin Ince and Will Smith.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Coming Alive

Coming Alive

Episode 2.5, Big Trouble: Terry finds himself in trouble with small-time criminals with big ideas, and Sandra faces a stalker.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
The Tim Vine Chat Show. Tim Vine. Copyright: BBC

The Tim Vine Chat Show

Series 1, Episode 1

Tim talks to a death-defying parachutist and tells at least two jokes about chickens.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Michael Spicer: Before Next Door. Image shows left to right: Michael (Michael Spicer), Ellie Taylor

Michael Spicer: Before Next Door

Pilot, Episode 1

After 20 years of making comedy under the radar, Michael Spicer is on the cusp of leaving the office behind and - with the help of his wife Roberta - making a living out of being funny. But will an ordinary person like Michael be able to successfully navigate the unpredictable road to fame?

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