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UNCOVERED: Radio 4 - Caught on Camera

‘Unserious’ pop music is also worthy of Radio 4 coverage

Letters: Don’t assume all Today listeners enjoy the same things, writes Eve Orange. Plus a letter from Henry Fryer

The Guardian - UK

Dame Jenni Murray obituary

Fearless broadcaster who was the longest-serving presenter of BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour

The Guardian - UK

Broadcaster Dame Jenni Murray remembered as ‘much loved mum and wife’ by family

Dame Jenni, who has died aged 75, was the longest-serving host in the history of BBC Radio 4 programme Woman’s Hour.

Evening Standard

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Dame Jenni Murray, former BBC journalist and broadcaster, dies aged 75

Outgoing BBC director general Tim Davie called Dame Jenni a ‘broadcasting icon’

The Independent UK

Former BBC Woman’s Hour presenter Dame Jenni Murray dies aged 75

The journalist became the longest-serving host in the BBC Radio 4 programme’s history before she left in 2020.

The Independent UK

Dame Jenni Murray dies: Former Woman's Hour presenter passes away aged 75

Tributes have been paid to the ‘broadcasting icon’ who leaves behind ‘an indelible legacy on generations of listeners’

Evening Standard

Former BBC Woman’s Hour presenter Jenni Murray dies aged 75

Veteran broadcaster interviewed prominent female leaders including Margaret Thatcher and Hillary Clinton

The Guardian - UK

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The BBC’s Today has always had its critics – they speak to its importance

Letter: Responding to an article that asked whether the flagship Radio 4 news programme has lost its way, Francis Bown writes that it was ever thus

The Guardian - UK

Has Today had its day? BBC’s flagship Radio 4 show grapples with podcast age

As it searches for a new editor and presenter, programme is facing questions over its direction and status

The Guardian - UK

Malachi Kirby and David Sedaris among BBC audio drama awards winners

The ceremony was held at the BBC radio theatre in London on Sunday.

Evening Standard

Red Dwarf’s ‘visionary’ co-creator Rob Grant dies aged 70

Grant and Doug Naylor created the much-loved sci-fi sitcom in 1988

The Independent UK

Here’s a key task for the new boss at the BBC: solve the mystery of all the disappearing women

A report detailing how the careers of female presenters are curtailed should be a clarion call. The problem has endured for too long, says journalist and broadcaster Anne McElvoy

The Guardian - UK

How to listen to 'The Archers' for free from anywhere in the world

'The Archers' is still one of the easiest BBC dramas to keep up with, as long as you know where to look.

TechRadar

Rachel Roddy’s puntarelle, radicchio, celery, apple and cheese salad recipe

This crisp and punchy salad is a tribute to the late veg specialist Charlie Hicks and a shared love of the versatile Italian chicory puntarelle

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Sir Mark Tully death: Former BBC correspondent dies aged 90

He resigned from the BBC in 1994 having denounced its new management style

Evening Standard

Amol Rajan to leave Radio 4's Today programme and set up his own company

The broadcaster presented the Today programme for nearly five years

The Independent UK

Why Amol Rajan had to say goodbye to the Today programme

IN FOCUS: Whether you’re a fan of the ‘Today’ host’s warm, conversational tone or bristle at his informal presenting style, Amol Rajan certainly knows how to get an audience talking. As one of the BBC’s most ubiquitous faces steps down from his biggest gig yet, Katie Rosseinsky looks at how…

The Guardian - UK

In Our Time review – the first Melvyn Bragg-less show will have made BBC management clench buttocks

Misha Glenny’s debut as host of the long-running Radio 4 series tackled JS Mill’s On Liberty – a bold move given the BBC’s current legal battles

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Amol Rajan quits BBC Radio 4’s Today programme after five years

Presenter and former editor of The Independent is leaving flagship show but will continue to host ‘University Challenge’

Evening Standard

BBC journalist Martha Kearney was ‘surprisingly nervous’ to be made CBE

Kearney, who stepped down as a presenter of Radio 4’s Today programme last year, was made CBE for services to journalism and broadcasting.

Evening Standard

The Archers revisits first episode to celebrate 75th anniversary

Listeners will be able to hear The Archers’ very first episode brought back to life by the current cast as the original recording no longer survives.

The Guardian - UK

Misha Glenny to present BBC Radio 4 ‘institution’ In Our Time

Journalist, broadcaster and author, 67, will take over from Melvyn Bragg when series resumes next month

The Guardian - UK

Brian Hayes obituary

Pioneer of radio phone-ins who hosted a popular show on LBC in the 1970s and 80s, and won Sony awards for his work on BBC Radio 2 and Radio 5 Live

Evening Standard

King to discuss passion for environment on This Natural Life Christmas special

He chats with BBC Radio 4 host Martha Kearney on the Dumfries House estate.

Evening Standard

Lorraine Kelly to make Radio 2 debut as BBC reveals Christmas line-up

Kelly will present in Jeremy Vine’s slot over the festive period and Radio 4 will feature a festive special of Desert Island Discs with Kate Winslet.

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