BBC Radio 5 Lives Podcasts

The comedian and presenter on being a consumer champion, dealing with walk-outs and swimming.By BBC Radio 5 live

Dr Waheed Arian, a former refugee from Afghanistan, now an A&E doctor, wanted to hear stories from other people like him. He is working to help improve the accessibility of mental health services for refugees like himself. One of the people he spoke to was Nataliia from Ukraine, who arrived in the UK along with her six-year-old daughter a couple of…

In this week’s episode Elis James and John Robins are joined by broadcaster Gail Porter, where they discuss her mental health battles and her diagnosis with alopecia.This episode contains some strong language. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline.…

As firms battle to employ Ukranian refugees, Sean asks Lush what hurdles they face. We also have the latest on the Northern Ireland Protocol and ask why some energy rebates are being delayed. He also looks ahead to Vodafone's results and discusses the Bank of England's response to the cost of living crisis.Keep the conversation goting with #WakeUpT…

People become writers for myriad reasons - novelist Max Porter suspects that for him the crucial spur was his fascination with Bekonscot model village, which he visited scores of times as a child. It was there that he discovered the pleasure and value of people watching at a life-size and miniature scale. In A Life In Miniatures he returns to Bekon…

Celebrating Jake Daniels who has come out as the only openly gay male professional footballer in Britain.By BBC Radio 5 live

Abi Clarke discusses the latest from Coleen Rooney’s side of her court battle with Rebekah Vardy. Abi is joined by court reporter Izzy Lyons and crisis management expert Lauren Beeching to explore the impact this case could have on Rooney and Vardy’s reputations. This episode was edited to correct the name of a witness in the case.…

Chris is back on the pod to talk fatherhood and European semi-finals with Danny. Leinster put Toulouse to the sword, La Rochelle make another Champions Cup final and Wasps and Saracens both come unstuck in the Challenge Cup. They also discuss Ashy's new deal at Leicester and the most prolific try scorer of all time across both codes. Plus, exciteme…

Bonus episode. Conor McNamara and Stephen Warnock react to Newcastle’s win over Arsenal, and hear from Mikel Arteta and Eddie Howe. Arsenal's hopes of finishing in the Premier League top four were dealt a huge blow at St James’ Park. They needed a win to move above Tottenham into fourth and put them in the driving seat to secure a Champions League …

Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Micah Richards for the Monday Night Club. The panel discuss Liverpool’s FA Cup triumph, the psychology behind penalty shoot-outs and what’s next for Chelsea after another Wembley defeat. Micah reacts to Manchester City faltering in the title race and are Leeds Marsch-ing down together? The pane…

Amir Khan joins Steve and Carl Froch to chat about his decision to call time on his career in the ring. He explains when it was he knew he was passed his best and why he carried on for as long as he did. Boxxer CEO Ben Shalom is also on the pod to chat about Ben Whittaker turning pro and explains why he is such an exciting prospect.…

Reviews of BBC shows Conversations with Friends, Floodlights and The Terror: Infamy. Plus Apple TV’s The Essex Serpent.By BBC Radio 5 live

Greg, Jimmy, Felix and Mattchin are joined by England bowler Kate Cross to try and work out what has been the ball of the 21st Century so far. Plus an impromptu quiz inspired by the Playfair Cricket Annual 2022.By BBC Radio 5 live

As the PM heads to Belfast, Sean Farrington asks why the Northern Ireland Protocol is such a problem for trade. He also takes a look at oil giant Saudi Aramco's huge profits, whether hybrid live and streamed gigs could be the future of music and catches up with friend of the show Reggie Nelson. Keep the coversation going at #WakeUpToMoney…

It's day four in court for Vardy v Rooney, and Coleen herself is on the stand. Comedian Abi Clarke is joined by entertainment reporter Sinéad Garvan and The Athletic's Adam Crafton to hear the full extent of Coleen's so-called sting operation, and discover which WAG wanted to settle.By BBC Radio 5 live

Man City come back and Everton miss chance to secure Premier league spot for next season. Your football calls with Robbie Savage and Chris Sutton. Phone 08085 909693 free from mobiles and landlines. Text 85058 at your standard message rate. Get the podcast from the BBC Sounds app.By BBC Radio 5 live

Ben Haines is joined by the former West Ham midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker and the former Southampton defender Franny Benali.They discuss Manchester City coming from 2-0 down at half time to draw 2-2 against West Ham as well as Tottenham beating Burnley 1-0 in a scrappy affair at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium.Plus Natalie Bromley from the ‘No Nay Never…

Kevin Howells presents a tribute to Australia all-rounder Andrew Symonds who has died in a car accident at the age of only 46. We hear from TMS commentator Jim Maxwell on his Australia playing career and recent work as a commentator. Plus we discuss his contribution to the English county game hearing from his captains at Gloucestershire, Kent and L…

We get an update from the surgeon who performed the world’s first transplant of a pig heart into a human. We look at FIFA and EA Sports. Plus we look at the science of advertising.By BBC Radio 5 live

This episode is all about the FA Cup – and what a final it was! Liverpool beat Chelsea in another Wembley penalty shootout to keep their dreams alive in their hunt for the quadruple. Mark Chapman is joined by Dion Dublin, Karen Carney, Ian Dennis and John Murray, with their immediate reaction to another dramatic final. And the guys are certainly no…

Liverpool still in the hunt for the quadruple after FA Cup sudden death drama. We hear from the fans after their win over Chelsea. Your football calls with Robbie Savage and Chris Sutton following the FA Cup final. Phone 08085 909693 free from mobiles and landlines. Text 85058 at your standard message rate. Get the podcast from the BBC Sounds app.…

BBC Sport presenter Holly Hamilton, football broadcaster Mina Rzouki, journalist John Cross and comedian Elis James join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two poin…

Scott and Chris set up your weekend from London and Turin ahead of their two favourite sporting events: The FA Cup Final and the Eurovision Song Contest. They catch up with Rylan, Richard Osman and singers Becky Hill and Lucie Jones to preview the day’s action, and 9-year-old Tom rates his dad’s favourite CD in Kids Review Their Parent’s Record Col…

Darren Fletcher is joined by Michael Brown, Kevin Campbell and Manchester City’s Kyle Walker for the latter part of the podcast.They look ahead to this weekend’s FA Cup final with 2012 finalist Stewart Downing. Plus, chat to Kyle Walker about THAT run and tackle against Vinicius in the Champions League as well as discuss the popularity of City and …

This afternoon saw John Robins in one of the best moods he’s ever been in, and nothing was going to stop him from presenting a radio show with a smile on his face and a spring in his step (except possibly the DOMS he’s currently suffering from). And when paired with Elis, a man who has been in the same mood for nearly 30 years, there was only going…

Aaron Paul is joined by Derby defender Curtis Davies and Salford goalkeeper Tom King to reflect on a busy week of EFL stories.Forest Green owner Dale Vince talks about how manager Rob Edwards joined Watford. Luton assistant Mick Harford looks ahead to the Championship play-offs. Reaction to the latest managerial ins and outs, with Scott Brown joini…

Felicity Hannah hears if a UK recession is likely and what could be done to avoid it plus the latest on crypto currency markets as some coins lose half their value.By BBC Radio 5 live

By Kaite O'ReillySeren has been feeling livid just recently. Is this the menopause, or some righteous anger resurfacing? And with everything she fought for, how come her daughter Efa refuses to call herself disabled? When she rekindles an old friendship on a lockdown zoom, she remembers her glory days as a disability rights activist, and what ensue…

On the 25th anniversary of Radiohead’s breakthrough album, admirers from literature, music, science and politics examine the album’s prophetic qualities. Did OK Computer actually shape and predict the future? In June 1997, an also-ran band in the Britpop wars put out a third LP. Moving clear of their musical peers, who were engaged in 60s nostalgia…

This is a this special bonus episode of the Football Daily podcast - which is all about the north London derby and the fight for a top four finish in the Premier League, as Tottenham beat Arsenal 3-0. Kelly Cates is joined by former Spurs defender, Alan Hutton and ex Arsenal centre back, Matt Upson as well as senior football reporter, Ian Dennis to…

As Rebekah Vardy once again takes questions on the stand in her High Court confrontation with Coleen Rooney, Abi Clarke is joined by BBC entertainment correspondent Colin Paterson and media lawyer Antonia Hunter to dissect. Leaked stories, Watt’s WhatsApps and Vardy’s tears come into focus on Day 3.By BBC Radio 5 live

Sara Orchard is in Dublin as the next five World Cup hosts are announced. She chats to Red Roses captain Sarah Hunter and the RFU’s chief operating officer Sue Day after England were confirmed as hosts of the 2025 women’s World Cup. Sara also speaks to World Cup winner Phil Kearns about Australia being awarded the men’s and women’s tournament in 20…

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki for the latest episode of the Euro Leagues.The guys discuss the process of how Erling Haaland’s transfer from Borussia Dortmund to Manchester City happened, whether Haaland's decision to move was made with his head or his heart, and the domino effect this could have on othe…

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave reunite for another week of fantasy football fun.After a very controversial ruling in Sutton Death last week against Julien Laurens, more evidence is brought to the podcast from respected 5 Live journalists as well as listeners. Ali, Chris and Statman also look ahead to the final few gameweeks of t…

Felicity Hannah looks at how labour shortages are sending starting salaries higher. Plus, has the Northern Ireland Protocol fracas heated up now Joe Biden's got involved, and will a proposed new law allowing residents to vote on planning permissions pit neighbours against each other?By BBC Radio 5 live

Mark Chapman is joined by former Premier League footballer Chris Sutton and football correspondent John Murray from Molineux for reaction to Manchester City beating Wolverhampton Wanderers 5-1 to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table to 3 points with two matches left to play.The team are also joined by former Manchester City midf…

Rebekah Vardy and her WhatsApp conversations are the focus in day 2 of her High Court battle with Coleen Rooney. Crime correspondent Izzy Lyons and entertainment reporter Sinéad Garvan join comedian Abi Clarke to reflect on the latest revelations. Leaks about Premier League footballers and secret celeb cheating all come into focus.…

After a short break England bowler Kate Cross and World Cup winner Alex Hartley are back with tales from the start of their cricket season, tuk-tuk buying fathers and playing cricket with Ed Sheeran and Bear Grylls. Plus they answer your questions and hear about your LBWs, Little Bit Weirds.By BBC Radio 5 live

The Women’s Super League season begins this weekend, and ahead of the opening games Dave Woods is joined by England Women’s Head Coach Craig Richards and Rachel Thompson of Wigan Warriors. They discuss the growth of the women’s game; reflect on the success of the recent Challenge Cup Final; talk about the Super League season and it’s new structure …

Martin explains how the recent interest rate hike to 1% could affect your finances – from mortgages to bank loans to store cards, and you tell us your financial fibs.By BBC Radio 5 live

Actor, podcaster, singer and author Minnie Driver joins Nihal to look back on her career, her unusual upbringings and the lessons she’s learned from her late parents.By BBC Radio 5 live

News and insight from the business world. Download the podcast via the BBC Sounds app.By BBC Radio 5 live