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As we wrap up our Shipping Forecast day, have you ever taken a wind down with the Sleeping Forecast instead? Listen along to a soothing blend of classical and ambient music from BBC Introducing artists interspersed with excerpts of the iconic Shipping Forecast from Radio 4.

Have you ever wanted to know how we record the Shipping Forecast? Well, Viji Alles, one of the many famous voices in the Radio 4 Continuity team, takes us behind the scenes and even lifts the lid about some of the funny things you'll find in the studio!

As Radio 4 continues to celebrate the centenary of the Shipping Forecast, some of our Continuity team have travelled the length and breadth of the UK to some of the famous points on the forecast in a special programme called The Shipping Postcards.

Celebrating 100 years of the Shipping Forecast & we've a challenge for you! Remix this audio, reply to this audio or record yourself trying out this short version, you can also use the hashtag #ShippingForecastChallenge & we'll pick some of our favourites later in the week!

Remembering writer and producer, Bill Dare. Julia McKenzie, Comedy Commissioner for BBC Radio 4: “ I am so terribly sorry to hear this tragic news and my thoughts are with Bill's wife, family and friends. Bill has been a huge part of Radio 4 comedy for decades, as a writer and…

"From me, good morning and goodbye." Listen to @MishalHusain sign off from her last #R4Today programme. We'll miss you! 👋

The hidden scandal of Power of Attorney - how one man controls the finances of scores of vulnerable people. The BBC's @SueM1tchell investigates a widespread business practice where some people are moved out of their homes and left with no idea what is happening to their money.…

"It's a mistake to think that people who kill are not human." Titled Four Questions about Violence, This year’s BBC Radio 4 Reith Lecturer Dr Gwen Adshead addresses the most pertinent questions that she has faced in her work as a forensic psychiatrist. The lectures were…

"What is evil? What do we mean by it?" Wicked, the film adaptation of the award-winning musical, is released in the UK on Friday. Gregory Maguire, who wrote the original book, tells #BBCWato what inspired him to write the origin of the Wicked Witch of the West.

"Everyone believed that the American accent itself somehow brought with it glamour, success and a sort of fame." @EvanHD asks Colm Tóibín, author of Brooklyn and Long Island, about the themes of Irish identity and immigration to the US in his novels. #BBCPM

June Spencer, the last original cast member of The Archers, has died aged 105. Mohit Bakaya, Controller of Radio 4 said: “June Spencer has been a longstanding presence and companion for Radio 4 listeners during her exceptional run on The Archers. Many have grown up with June as…

“If Trump was to appear on your podcast this morning, what one question would you each ask?” @amolrajan & @bbcnickrobinson answer your questions in a US election Q&A episode of The Today Podcast. 📻 Listen on BBC Sounds: bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0…

“Is it the first time a convicted felon has been elected president of the United States?” #Americast discuss Donald Trump’s convictions and what could happen next 🎧 bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0…

Did the Israel-Gaza war cost Harris the election? Sarah Smith explains why some Democrats voted for Donald Trump on the latest #Americast bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0…

Could the Democrats use their final months in power to aid Ukraine? Trump says he could end the war before taking office. Sarah Smith explains what that could mean for Ukraine on the latest #Americast

‘What would he actually do in office? That’s the real issue here.’ Lord Sedwill, who was the UK’s top civil servant and dealt with Donald Trump during his last presidential term, talks to @bbcnickrobinson & @amolrajan. Listen to The Today Podcast: bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0…

What happened at Kamala Harris HQ on election night? Listen to Sarah Smith on the latest #Americast… Americast | Listen on BBC Sounds

What role has Elon Musk played in this election? Marianna Spring shares some insights from her social media investigations involving X and Elon Musk on the latest #Americast bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0…

"What he put together here was a remarkable coalition." Nigel Farage, Reform UK leader and Donald Trump ally, points to his unprecedented support from Hispanic, black and young voters – plus support from famous names like Elon Musk. #R4Today