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Today's TV Wednesday 8 April

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The Simpsons
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bbc 1bbc 2utvchannel 4channel 5rte onerte 2virgin onetg 46AM to 6:30PM6.00BREAKFAST (S)9.00BBC NEWS AT 9 (S)10.00HEALTHCHECK UK LIVE (S)10.45HOMES UNDER THE HAMMER(S) (R)11.45NIGHT FORCE Workers undertake major road repairs that must be completed before morning rush hour12.15BARGAIN HUNT Two teams compete in Hungerford, Berkshire. (S) (R)1.00BBC NEWS AT ONE; Weather (S)1.30BBC NEWSLINE Weather (S)1.45DOCTORS Ruhma finds herself in a sticky situation. (S)2.10FATHER BROWN The priest investigates when a man is found hanged. (S) (R)3.00ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY Ginny Buckley looks for a property in Somerset. (S) (R)3.45MONEY FOR NOTHING Transforming an old gas meter box, racing tyres and a table and chairs. (S) (R)4.30THE REPAIR SHOP Restoring a writing bureau, a pair of dancing clogs and a couple of ploughing trophies. (S)5.15POINTLESS Quiz, hosted by Alexander Armstrong. (S)6.00BBC NEWS AT SIX; Weather (S)6.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)7PM7.00THE ONE SHOW Magazine show, with stories of interest from around the UK. (S)7.30CORONAVIRUS: YOUR ESSENTIAL UPDATE (S)8PM8.00THE REPAIR SHOP Jay Blades and the team bring four treasured family heirlooms back to life, including an alabaster light shade, and an old piano stool. (S)9PM9.00MASTERCHEF As the Semi Finals continue, the remaining contestants are surprised by a very special guest in the MasterChef kitchen, chef Tom Kitchin. (S)10 PM10.00BBC NEWS AT TEN (S)10.30BBC NEWSLINE (S); Weather10.45FIRST TIME DOCTORS Following a group of newly qualified doctors. (S) (R)11PM11.15In My Skin (S)11.45Killing Eve (S) (R)12.25Killing Eve (S) (R)1.10BBC News (S)6AM to 6:30PM6.30Night Force (S) (R)7.00Homes Under the Hammer (S) (R)8.00Sign Zone: Great British Railway Journeys (S) (R)8.30Sign Zone: Villages by the Sea (S) (R)9.00The Sweet Makers: A Victorian Treat10.00BBC News (S)1.00Curiosity (S) (R)1.45The Dark: Nature’s Nighttime World (S) (R)2.4560s Icons: Talking Pictures (S) (R)3.25FILM: THE TITFIELD THUNDERBOLT (1953) Ealing comedy, starring Stanley Holloway. (S)4.45EGGHEADS (S) (R)5.15FLOG IT! (S) (R)6.00RICHARD OSMAN’S HOUSE OF GAMES Naga Munchetty, Jordan Stephens, Sally Lindsay and David O’Doherty test their general knowledge skills in a variety of entertaining trivia-based games. (R)6.30ANIMAL PARK A wolf cub’s life hangs in the balance after it is attacked by the rest of the pack. (S)7PM7.00THE HAIRY BIKERS’ MEDITERRANEAN ADVENTURE Si and Dave explore the culinary delights of southern France, trying fish stew, pastry with spicy octopus and barbecued snails as they travel from Marseille to Catalan country. (S) (R)8PM8.00GREAT BRITISH MENU Chefs Shauna Froydenlund, Paul Cunningham, Leigh Ferguson and Alex Greene compete in the heats for Northern Ireland, each preparing starters and fish courses. (S)9PM9.00An inside look at the secret world of Sergei Pugachev and his partner Countess Alexandra Tolstoy, exploring their Russian romance, unimaginable wealth and privileged lifestyle. (S) 10PM10.00MISTER WINNER Leslie lands himself an interview at a posh law firm. (S)10.30THE MINI MASH REPORT Satirical news show, presented by Nish Kumar. (S) (R)10.45NEWSNIGHT Weather (S11PM11.30Dragons’ Den (S) (R)12.30Sign Zone: Race Across the World (S) (R)1.30Sign Zone: Hospital (S) (R)2.30Sign Zone: Saved on Camera (S) (R)3.00This Is BBC Two (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00GOOD MORNING BRITAIN (S)9.00GOOD MORNING BRITAIN WITH LORRAINE The GMB team is joined by Lorraine Kelly for the final hour, with the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, as well as other stories. (S)10.00THIS MORNING A mix of celebrity chat, lifestyle features, advice and competitions. (S)12.30LOOSE WOMEN Another helping of topical studio discussion from a female perspective, featuring celebrity interviews. (S) (R)1.30ITV LUNCHTIME NEWS (S); Weather1.55UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)2.00JAMES MARTIN’S ISLANDS TO HIGHLANDS On the next leg of his Islands to Highlands tour, James travels to Devon where he meets his friend and Michelin-starred chef Simon Hulstone. (S)3.00TENABLE A family of five from Essex answer questions about top 10 lists, then try to score a perfect 10 in the final round. (S) (R)4.00TIPPING POINT Game show, hosted by Ben Shephard. (S) (R)5.00THE CHASE Quiz show, hosted by Bradley Walsh. (S) (R)6.00UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)6.30ITV EVENING NEWS (S); Weather (S)7PM7.00EMMERDALE Jamie tells Paddy he needs to fire Belle. (S)7.30CORONATION STREET Chesney is horrified when Gemma abandons their babies. (S)8PM8.00KATE & KOJI Kate refuses to step in line when a storm is reported to be heading for the town. (S)8.300 PAUL O’GRADY: FOR THE LOVE OF DOGS Paul meets a 10-month-old puppy who has been brought into Battersea twice for being too boisterous. (S) (R)9PM9.00THE TROUBLE WITH MAGGIE COLE As the drama concludes, Roxanna tries desperately to get to Alex before he confronts the money lenders, and Jill wonders if she should tell Maggie what she saw. Last in the series. (S)10PM10.00ITV NEWS AT TEN (S); Weather10.30UTV LIVE (S); Weather10.45PESTON Political magazine show presented by Robert Peston, featuring major interviews with MPs, topical guests and cultural figures. (S)11PM11.40Tenable (S) (R)12.35Ideal World At Home Entertainment 3.00Broadchurch (S) (R)3.50ITV Nightscreen 5.05Judge Rinder (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.30Cheers (S) (R)6.55Cheers (S) (R)7.20The King of Queens (S) (R)7.45The King of Queens (S) (R)8.10Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)8.40Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)9.10Frasier ; (S) (R)9.40Frasier ; (S) (R)10.05Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA (S) (R)11.00Come Dine with Me (S) (R)12.00The Steph Show (S)1.05Posh Pawnbrokers (S) (R)2.10Countdown (S)3.00A PLACE IN THE SUN A couple looking for a new home in the Dordogne region of France. (S) (R)4.00ESCAPE TO THE CHATEAU: DIY Emma and Paul prepare for their biggest chateau booking ever. (S)5.00FOUR IN A BED (S)5.30JAMIE: KEEP COOKING AND CARRY ON (S)6.00THE SIMPSONS Lisa babysits Bart. (S) (R)6.30THE SIMPSONS Troy McClure hosts three spin-off segments. (S) (R)7PM7.00CHANNEL 4 NEWS (S)8PM8.30LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer are house-hunting in south east London, offering their assistance to Ros and Hannah, and Emma and Karthik. (S)9PM9.00CORONAVIRUS: HOW BRITAIN IS CHANGING – DISPATCHES Investigating the long-term effects of the deadly coronavirus outbreak, from seismic changes in economic policy to shifts in the way we view and treat other people. (S)10PM10.00FEEL GOOD Mae finds out that her parents are visiting the UK without informing her. (S)10.30THE GREAT CELEBRITY BAKE OFF FOR STAND UP TO CANCER Carol Vorderman, Kelly Brook, Rob Rinder and Mo Gilligan take part in the culinary challenge, and prepare a showstopper based on their favourite guilty pleasure. (S) (R)11PM11.45A Day in the Life of Coronavirus (S) (R)12.40Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA (S) (R)1.35The Supervet (S) (R)2.30Grand Designs Australia (S) (R)3.25Couples Come Dine with Me (S) (R)4.20Location, Location, Location (S) (R)5.15Beat the Chef (S) (R)5.40Kirstie’s Handmade Treasures (S) (R)5.50Countdown (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00Mofy (S) (R)6.05Peppa Pig (S) (R)6.20Fireman Sam (S) (R)6.30Noddy: Toyland Detective (S) (R)6.45Abby Hatcher (S) (R)6.55Thomas & Friends (S) (R)7.10Daisy & Ollie (S)7.20Peppa Pig (S) (R)7.40Top Wing (S) (R)7.55Paw Patrol (S) (R)8.10Floogals (S)8.25The Secret Life of Puppies (S) (R)8.45Little Princess (S) (R)8.55Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom (S) (R)9.10Sunny Bunnies (S) (R)9.15JEREMY VINE (S)11.20NIGHTMARE TENANTS, SLUM LANDLORDS (S) (R)12.105 NEWS AT LUNCHTIME (S)12.15BARGAIN-LOVING BRITS IN THE SUN (S) (R)1.10ACCESS (S)1.20NCIS (S) (R)2.15FILM: FATAL FRIEND REQUEST (2019) Premiere. Thriller, starring Bree Williamson. (S)4.00FRIENDS (S) (R)5.00NEWS AT 5 (S)5.30ACCESS (S)5.40THE YORKSHIRE VET (S)6.10THE YORKSHIRE STEAM RAILWAY: ALL ABOARD Plans for the annual Gala Festival are jeopardised when a fault requiring the involvement of a specialist engineer is spotted in one of the engines due to be involved. (R)7PM7.00SEWERMEN Following workers at United Utilities, one of the UK’s biggest water companies, as work to keep the country’s vital sewer systems running free. (S) (R); 5 News Update (S)8PM8.00GPS: BEHIND CLOSED DOORS First through Doctor Qamar’s consulting room door this week is Brian, a regular patient who is concerned about memory loss and is desperate for some answers. (S); 5 News Update (S)9PM9.00CASUALTY 24/7 There are complications when a woman who suffers from kidney failure is admitted with a heart condition, and two builders are rushed into casualty after a roof collapsed under them. (S)10PM10.00SARAH PAYNE: A MOTHER’S STORY Sara Payne, whose daughter Sarah was killed in 2000, speaks about the emotional toll of her daughter’s death, and her efforts to stop other children meeting similar fates. (S) (R)11PM11.30When Kids Kill: Predator Online (S) (R)12.35Criminals: Caught on Camera (S) (R)1.00The 21.co.uk Live Casino Show (S)3.00Access (S)3.10Bargain- Loving Brits in the Sun (S) (R)4.00My Mum’s Hotter Than Me! (S) (R)4.45House Doctor (S) (R)5.10Great Artists (S) (R)5.35Wildlife SOS (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00EURONEWS7.05TELESHOPPING7.35TELESHOPPING8.10TODAY WITH MAURA AND DÁITHÍ (S) (R)8.10THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW (S) (R); Weather11.00DR PHIL; (S); Weather11.55SHORTLAND STREET Hospital drama set in an accident and emergency ward. (S)12.25DOCTORS (S)1.00RTÉ NEWS: ONE O’CLOCK (S)1.30DERMOT BANNON’S LA HOMES Dermot Bannon travels to Los Angeles. (R)2.30IRELAND ON CALL (R)3.00EASTENDERS (S) (R)3.30TODAY WITH MAURA AND DÁITHÍ Daily magazine show. (S)5.40NUACHT; RTÉ News with Signing6.00THE ANGELUS (R)6.01RTÉ NEWS: SIX ONE; Weather (S)7PM7.00NATIONWIDE (S)7.30GROW, COOK, EAT The burgeoning interest in growing your own food. (S); Lotto8PM8.00HOME RESCUE Róisín Murphy and Peter Finn help transform a cluttered cottage in Co Limerick. (S) (R)8.30DONAL’S SUPER FOOD IN MINUTES Donal Skehan demonstrates how to make quick and easy meals. (S) (R)9PM9.00RTÉ NEWS: NINE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)9.35BIG LIFE FIX In the final episode, engineering experts find a solution to help a man who has severe cerebral palsy better communicate with others. Last in the series. (S)10PM10.35ALL ROUND TO MRS BROWN’S Brendan O’Carroll dons Agnes’s famous cardigan and curly wig once again, joined on tonight’s show by guests Mel B and Matt Lucas and his mother Diana Lobatto. (S) (R)11PM11.30Death in Paradise (S) (R)12.30One Day: How Ireland Unwinds (S) (R)1.30Creedon’s Atlas of Ireland (S) (R)2.30Who Do You Think You Are? (S) (R)3.30Operation Transformation (S) (R)4.25Say Yes to the Dress: Ireland (S) (R)4.50Super Garden (S) (R)5.15EuroNews6AM to 6:30PM6.00EuroNews6.50Storytime (S) (R)6.55Storytime (S) (R)7.00Peppa Pig (R)7.05Peppa Pig (R)7.10Tir Na nOg (S)(R)7.25Bing (R)7.35Bing (R)7.40Wild Kids (S) (R)7.55Brewster the Rooster (R)8.05Ballybraddan (R)8.15Lily’s Driftwood Bay (R)8.25Punky (R)8.30Fluffy Gardens (R)8.40Body Brothers (S) (R)8.50Shaun the Sheep (S) (R)9.00Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated (R)9.25Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated (R)9.50Dorg Van Dango (S)10.00Dorg Van Dango (S)10.15Danny & Mick10.30Drop Dead Weird (S) (R)11.00RTE’s Home School Hub12.05Body Brothers (R)12.15Critters TV (R)12.30Jamie Johnson (S) (R)1.05Ace My Space1.30Logan High (S) (R)1.40Logan High (S) (R)1.55Teen Titans Go! (S)2.20Ali-A’s Superchargers2.45Disney Jessie (S) (R)3.15Mustangs FC3.40Mustangs FC4.10RTE’s Home School Extra4.30THE SIMPSONS (S) (R)5.00THE GOLDBERGS (S) (R)5.30SHORTLAND STREET (S) (R)6.00THE BIG BANG THEORY Howard and Bernadette decide they do not want to know the gender of their baby. (R)6.30THE BIG BANG THEORY Howard and Bernadette decide they do not want to know the gender of their baby. (R)7PM7.00NATIONAL TREASURES The roadshow reaches its final stop in Galway, where finds include a woman’s voting slip from 1918 and a piece of the first aeroplane to cross the Atlantic. Last in the series. (S) (R)8PM8.00GARRAÍ GLAS Klaus Laitenberger offers weeding tips. (S) (R)8.30SCANNAL: SCISSORS SISTERS The sisters who murdered their mother’s lover. (S) (R)9PM9.00THE ACT New series. An anthology series that tells startling, strangerthan- fiction true crime stories. The first series is based on the story Gypsy Rose and Dee Dee Blancard. (S)10PM10.00THE ACT A dental emergency for Gypsy brings unwanted attention from a doctor, threatening to expose Dee Dee’s darkest secrets. Starring Patricia Arquette and Joey King. (S)11PM11.05Mr Mercedes (S) (R)12.10NCIS: New Orleans (S)1.05The Looming Tower (S) (R)2.05EuroNews6AM to 6:30PM6.10May the Best House Win (R)7.00The Tonight Show (R)8.00Ireland AM (S)10.00This Morning12.30News at 12.30 (S)1.00The Chase (S) (R)2.00The Chase (S) (R)3.00ELAINE (R)4.00TALES FROM NORTHUMBERLAND WITH ROBSON GREEN (R)4.30JUDGE JUDY5.00JUDGE JUDY5.30NEWS AT 5.30 (S)6.00THE SIX O’CLOCK SHOW Chat show. (S)7PM7.00EMMERDALE Jamie tells Paddy he needs to fire Belle. (S)7.30HARBOUR LIVES Ben Fogle follows life in Dorset. (R)8PM8.00NEWS AT 8 (S)8.30HARBOUR LIVES Ben Fogle follows life in Dorset. (R)9PM9.00THE GUARDS: INSIDE THE K Documentary following the garda of Ireland’s busiest policing district. Last in the series. (S)10PM10.00THE TONIGHT SHOW (S)11PM11.00RETURN TO BELSEN12.00LIAR A vital piece of evidence comes to light. (R)1.00HOME FIRES (R)2.00CLOSE5.20THE SIX O’CLOCK SHOW (R)6AM to 6:30PM7.00Cúla 4 na nÓg10.00Weakest Link(S) (R)10.55Little House on the Prairie(S) (R)11.50Abair Amhrán (R)12.05River Cottage Australia (R) (S)12.35Garraí Glas (S) (R)1.05Murder, She Wrote (S) (R)2.00Weakest Link (S) (R)3.00Cúla 4 na nÓg4.00Cúla 45.32AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH5.35BAILTE (S) (R)6.05GILMORE GIRLS Trix comes to visit, but causes problems for Emily. Rory takes Lorelai’s advice to get out of the house – but attending a football game brings more than its fair share of surprises. (S) (R)6.57AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH7PM7.00NUACHT TG47.30CLEAS ACT Eibhlín Ní Chonghaile and Eoghan Ó Loideáin meet children from Gaelscoil Moshíológ in Gorey, County Wexford, who sing a Gaeilge version of Cyndi Lauper’s pop hit, True Colors. (S) (R)8PM8.30CLOCH LE CARN The life and career of Joe McDonagh. (R)9PM9.00GLÓR TÍRE: ROGHA & TOGHA Featuring Jimmy Buckley, Michael English and Mike Denver. (S)9.30MATHAIR The story of Alice McElwee. Last in the series. (S)10PM10.20THE SINNER Harry discovers an eyewitness saw a man arguing with Marin. Last in the series. (S)11PM11.13AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH11.15PIOC DO RIDE A Stillorgan man chooses between three potential partners based on their cars. (S) (R)11.45NASHVILLE (S) (R)12.35DÁIL ÉIREANN1.00FRANCE 245.30FRANCE 24