Extraordinary first person stories from around the world

Exploring different aspects of history, science, philosophy and the arts.

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the history of ideas

Awaken, discover and connect to the deeper meaning of the world around you with Super Soul. Hear Oprah’s personal selection of her interviews with thought-leaders, best-selling authors, spiritual luminaries, as well as health and wellness experts. All designed to light you up, guide you through life’s big questions and help bring you one step closer to your best self.

Professor Jim Al-Khalili talks to leading scientists about their life and work, finding out what inspires them and asking what their discoveries might do for us in the future.

Mark Kermode joins Simon Mayo to give his verdict on the week's movies

Insight, wit and analysis as BBC correspondents, journalists and writers take a closer look at the stories behind the headlines. Presented by Kate Adie and Pascale Harter.

David Aaronovitch presents in-depth explainers on big issues in the news.

In-depth, hard-hitting interviews with newsworthy personalities.

Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.