Shows

The programmes we listen to on BBC Radio 4 and NPR, and the books they've talked about.

BBC Radio 4

BBC Radio 4's daily arts and culture programme, featuring the latest books, films, theatre, and visual arts

Radio 4's ideas programme, where leading thinkers explore the threads connecting history, culture, and the present.

Guests bring a favourite book to the table for a lively, opinionated discussion.

James Naughtie and a live audience put one celebrated author in the hot seat to dig into the story behind a single novel.

A Monday morning discussion that sets the cultural agenda, with writers, thinkers and artists exploring big ideas.

Daily interviews on books, politics, music, and culture, hosted by Terry Gross and Tonya Mosley.

A daily recommendation of one great book, with a short review and interview excerpt.

In-depth author interviews about new and notable books, hosted by Joe Donahue.

Conversations about race, identity, and culture in America, often featuring authors and their books.

Conversations for curious cooks and eaters, hosted by Francis Lam.