Series exploring the world of words and the ways in which we use them

Scientific principles, theory, and the role of key figures in the advancement of science.

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the history of ideas

An hour of historical reporting told by the people who were there.

History as told by the people who were there.

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

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.

The latest news from the team behind BBC History Magazine - a popular History magazine. To find out more, visit www.historyextra.com

History! The most exciting and important things that have ever happened on the planet! Featuring reports from the weird and wonderful places around the world where history has been made and interviews with some of the best historians writing today. Dan also covers some of the major anniversaries as they pass by and explores the deep history behind today's headlines - giving you the context to understand what is going on today.

Science sleuths Dr Adam Rutherford and Dr Hannah Fry investigate everyday mysteries sent by listeners.