Broadcasting House

In this episode, Tom Hollander, a seasoned British actor, opens up about his new series, The Iris Affair, and reflects on the interplay between live performance and AI. He argues that the imperfections of theater safeguard the art of acting from artificial intelligence. The discussion also touches on the emotional weight of current events in Gaza and the anticipation in Hostage Square for hostage releases. Additionally, the humor of bad school reports ignites a light-hearted conversation about creativity and misjudged potential.

Amid growing hopes of a ceasefire in Gaza, we hear from Sharone Lifschitz, whose parents were taken hostage. The son of John Le Carre calls for other writers to tinker with George Smiley and reinvent him. Two authors discuss. Plus, Lord Kinnock on Labour woes. On the newspaper review – the broadcaster Kay Burley, the actor Adam Pearson and the classicist Natalie Haynes.

The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell

Michael Gove, a former Conservative Cabinet minister, joins a lively discussion on the potential implications of the UK's recognition of Palestine as a state. He dives into how this move could reshape diplomatic relations, particularly with Israel. The conversation also touches on the cultural impact of Russia's Intervision music contest, exploring its geopolitical undertones. Additionally, hear insights on the therapeutic power of music for dementia patients, highlighting innovative playlists that help unlock memories.

Emily Maitlis tell us how Peter Mandelson’s interview this week evoked Prince Andrew on Newsnight; We hear from the men who arranged and sang the Proms’ orchestral version of Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody; And the government’s economic direction is criticised by businessman and Labour donor John Caudwell, who reviews the papers alongside Kate Adie and ITV’s Paul Brand.

Paddy O'Connell and Lyse Doucet present this week’s Broadcasting House as the conflict between Israel and Iran ramps up. Cabinet minister Darren Jones discusses the UK's role, as well as the announcement of national inquiry into grooming gangs. Plus, the hyperglot who speaks more than 15 languages, and the BH press review with Alice Bunn of UK Space, George Parker of the Financial Times, and writer and broadcaster Maria McErlane.

The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell

The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell

Dating in the age of corona, Batman in Liverpool, a united Manchester and Brexit. With Dame Esther Rantzen, Val McDermid and Alistair Barrie on the paper review. bh@bbc.co.uk

The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell