1922: The Birth Of Now

Monday-Friday, Radio 4, 1.45pm

In a new ten-part series, culture expert Matthew

Sweet (right) investigates objects and events from a century ago, revealing why their impact is still being felt today. It begins with architect Norman Foster explaining his passion for the Shabolovka Tower in Moscow.

Siân Thomas reads Virginia Woolf’s Mrs Dalloway (Monday-Friday Radio 4, 12 midday & 10.45pm). It takes place over the course of a day in which the title character prepares for a party.

InThisUnion:BeingWelsh (Radio 4, 8pm) Jeremy Bowen returns to his roots to explore his Welsh identity, which seems to be tied to his love of rugby.