Broadcasting House

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 and guests assess what next for the government after Angela Rayner resigns. Plus, hundreds of arrests at a Palestine Action demonstration - we speak to someone who was there and a former chief constable. And Mark Kermode has a new book about the secrets of the cinema soundtrack - he guides us through some great movie music moments. Reviewing the news are food guru Henry Dimbleby, comedy writer Henry Normal, and Observer political editor Rachel Sylvester.

Education secretary Bridget Phillipson outlines her plans to tackle truancy. Also, hostage advocate Diane Foley on her hopes for the Middle East.

As political discourse hardens, Lord Dubs warns against abandoning the Refugee Convention. Plus we stick up for real-life friendships after warnings about human-AI relationships.

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