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[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 TUESDAY DECEMBER 31ST 1996

06:00
Nick Barraclough


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 06:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
06:15
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 06:15 on BBC Radio 2
With Hannah Gordon.

Contributors
Unknown:
Hannah Gordon.
Source: Radio Times
07:30
Sarah Kennedy


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 07:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
09:15
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 09:15 on BBC Radio 2
With Patrick Forbes.

Contributors
Unknown:
Patrick Forbes.
Source: Radio Times
09:30
Alex Lester


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 09:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
11:30
Jimmy Young


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 11:30 on BBC Radio 2
Including Daphne Ledward advising on Christmas plants.

Source: Radio Times
13:00
Christmas Comedy Classics


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 13:00 on BBC Radio 2
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again With Tim Brooke-Taylor , John Cleese , Graeme Garden , David Hatch , Jo Kendal , and the Dave Lee Group Repeat

Contributors
Unknown:
Tim Brooke-Taylor
Unknown:
John Cleese
Unknown:
Graeme Garden
Unknown:
David Hatch
Unknown:
Jo Kendal
Source: Radio Times
13:30
The Beatles at the BBC


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 13:30 on BBC Radio 2
Alan Freeman replays some of the unique Beatles music and interviews recorded by the BBC. Part 2 tomorrow at 1.30pm Producer Kevin Howtett

Contributors
Unknown:
Alan Freeman
Producer:
Kevin Howtett
Source: Radio Times
14:30
Ed Stewart


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 14:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
17:05
John Dunn


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 17:05 on BBC Radio 2
Foreign correspondents look back over 1996.

Source: Radio Times
19:00
Hayes over Britain Review of the Year


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
20:30
Dr Who


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 20:30 on BBC Radio 2
The Ghosts of N Space
Starring Jon Pertwee as Dr Who,
Elisabeth Sladen as Sarah Jane Smith and Nicholas Courtney as the Brigadier Music: Peter Howell of the BBC Radiophonic Workshop
Written by Barry Letts Repeat

Contributors
Unknown:
Jon Pertwee
Unknown:
Elisabeth Sladen
Unknown:
Sarah Jane Smith
Unknown:
Nicholas Courtney
Music:
Peter Howell
Written By:
Barry Letts Repeat
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Dave Allen: God's Comic


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
Dave Allen discusses why his style survived the comedy boom of the eighties and nineties. Written by Jerry Glover and Simon Goodman. Producer Maria Esposito

Contributors
Unknown:
Dave Allen
Written By:
Jerry Glover
Written By:
Simon Goodman.
Producer:
Maria Esposito
Source: Radio Times
22:00
Champagne and Roisterers


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
Nick Barraclough talks to function band Champagne and asks if the good money at New Year is worth the hassle. Producer Nick Barraclough

Contributors
Talks:
Nick Barraclough
Producer:
Nick Barraclough
Source: Radio Times
22:30
The Canterville Ghost


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 22:30 on BBC Radio 2
Laurence Olivier stars in this
Oscar Wilde classic, as part of Radio 2's Vintage Christmas. Producer Toby Horton

Contributors
Unknown:
Laurence Olivier
Producer:
Toby Horton
Source: Radio Times
23:00
A Yule Log to Remember


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
Cliff Michelmore takes a look at festive year-ends past. Producer Simon Elmes

Contributors
Unknown:
Cliff Michelmore
Producer:
Simon Elmes
Source: Radio Times
23:50
Adrian Finighan


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 23:50 on BBC Radio 2
Including at 12.00 midnight the chimes of Big Ben.

Source: Radio Times
01:30
Pause for Thought


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 1st Jan 1997, 01:30 on BBC Radio 2
With the Rev Frank Topping.

Source: Radio Times
03:00
Steve Madden


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 1st Jan 1997, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
03:30
Pause for Thought


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 1st Jan 1997, 03:30 on BBC Radio 2
With the Rev Frank Topping.

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 1 TUESDAY DECEMBER 31ST 1996

08:00
Kevin Greening


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 08:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
12:00
Robbie Williams


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 12:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Hogmanay lunch at Robbie's place, as he entertains with a mixture of new music and quirky observations.

Source: Radio Times
14:00
The Best of Collins and Maconie's Hit Parade - 1996


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 14:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Choose your New Year's Eve party trousers and posh frocks in the company of Andrew Collins and Stuart Maconie's review of the year's music.

Contributors
DJ:
Andrew Collins
DJ:
Stuart Maconie
Source: Radio Times
15:00
UK Top 40 of 1996


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 15:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Mark Goodier has the UK's definitive hits countdown of the year. Including an hour's Dance Mix 96 from 3.00.

Source: Radio Times
19:00
Pete Tong's All Time National Anthems


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Pete Tong showcases the ultimate chart anthems - the perfect start to the party night of the year.

Source: Radio Times
22:30
The Radio 1 Dance Party


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 22:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Dave Pearce celebrates Hogmanay with some of the biggest dance acts of 96 live onstage in Edinburgh's Castle Street.

Source: Radio Times
00:30
Essential Mix Live in Liverpool


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BBC Radio 1
Wed 1st Jan 1997, 00:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Radio l's New Year dance party continues in tun effect at the legendary Cream in Liverpool. Including sets from Pete Tong and Carl Cox , and an exclusive two hour mix from Jose Padilla at 4.00.

Contributors
Unknown:
Pete Tong
Unknown:
Carl Cox
Unknown:
Jose Padilla
Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 MONDAY DECEMBER 30TH 1996
06:00
Nick Barraclough


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 06:00 on BBC Radio 2
sits in for Sarah Kennedy this week with the Dawn Patrol

Contributors
Unknown:
Sarah Kennedy
Source: Radio Times
06:15
Pause for Thought


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 06:15 on BBC Radio 2
With Umar Hegedus.

Contributors
Unknown:
Umar Hegedus.
Source: Radio Times
07:30
Sarah Kennedy


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 07:30 on BBC Radio 2
sits in for Terry Wogan.

Contributors
Unknown:
Terry Wogan.
Source: Radio Times
09:15
Pause for Thought


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 09:15 on BBC Radio 2
With Brian D'Arcy.

Contributors
Unknown:
Brian D'Arcy.
Source: Radio Times
09:30
Alex Lester


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 09:30 on BBC Radio 2
sits in for Ken Bruce this week.

Contributors
Unknown:
Ken Bruce
Source: Radio Times
11:30
Jimmy Young


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 11:30 on BBC Radio 2
Including medical questions answered.

Source: Radio Times
13:30
Debbie Thrower


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 13:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
15:00
Ed Stewart


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
17:05
John Dunn's Best of the Guests


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 17:05 on BBC Radio 2
Celebrity conversations from the past year.

Source: Radio Times
19:00
Hubert Gregg


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
says Thanks for the Memory

Source: Radio Times
19:30
Malcolm Laycock


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 19:30 on BBC Radio 2
with Dance Band Days and at
8.00 Big Band Era

Source: Radio Times
20:30
Big Band Special


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 20:30 on BBC Radio 2
Musical director Bill Holman conducts the BBC Big Band in a selection of arrangements and original scores. Introduced by Sheila Tracy.

Contributors
Director:
Bill Holman
Introduced By:
Sheila Tracy.
Source: Radio Times
21:00
First Ladies of Jazz


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
The opening concert from this year's Cork Jazz Festival. Claire Martin and Honor Heffernan join the BBC Big Band, conducted by Barry Forgie. Producer Bob McDowall

Contributors
Unknown:
Claire Martin
Unknown:
Honor Heffernan
Conducted By:
Barry Forgie.
Producer:
Bob McDowall
Source: Radio Times
22:00
No Minor Chords


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
A four-part series in which
Andre Previn reads from his autobiography, No Minor Chords. 1: The glamour of Hollywood that cast its spell over a boy and his apprenticeship at MGM. Adapted and produced by Adrian Edwards

Contributors
Unknown:
Andre Previn
Produced By:
Adrian Edwards
Source: Radio Times
22:30
The Emerald Affair


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 22:30 on BBC Radio 2
As part of Radio 2's Vintage
Christmas, Orson Welles stars in this production from his Lives of Harry Lime series. Producer Toby Horton

Contributors
Unknown:
Orson Welles
Producer:
Toby Horton
Source: Radio Times
23:00
Bob Harris


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
01:00
Adrian Finighan


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 01:00 on BBC Radio 2
Including at 1.30
Pause for Thought
With Dr Kanwalgit Singh.

Contributors
Unknown:
Dr Kanwalgit Singh.
Source: Radio Times
03:00
Steve Madden


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
Including at 3.30
Pause for Thought
With Dr Kanwalgit Singh.

Contributors
Unknown:
Dr Kanwalgit Singh.
Source: Radio Times
04:00
Steve Madden


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 04:00 on BBC Radio 2
Continued from 3.00am

Source: Radio Times
BBC Radio 2


About BBC Radio 2
Radio 2: Amazing music. Played by an amazing line-up. The home of great music, entertainment and documentaries

[darren]

BBC RADIO 1 MONDAY DECEMBER 30TH 1996
08:00
Kevin Greening


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 08:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
12:00
Dave Pearce


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 12:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
with top tunes and more end-of-year advice for Sad Gits.

Source: Radio Times
15:00
Mark Goodier


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 15:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Your chance to have those nagging questions answered in Need to Know. Fax the studio at local rates on [number removed].

Source: Radio Times
19:00
Newsbeat Review 96


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Tina Ritchie looks back at
Radio l's top stories in music, news and sport. Take That split but Oasis triumph. Damon Hill wins the Formula One title but England lose out in Euro 96. And the political arena is dominated by concerns over the ownership of weapons.

Contributors
Unknown:
Tina Ritchie
Unknown:
Damon Hill
Source: Radio Times
20:00
Priority Night Extravaganza


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 20:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Direct from the Underworld, at
London's Goiders Green
Hippodrome, four hours showcasing the emerging talent of 1997. Prepare for maximum new music.

Source: Radio Times
00:00
Mary Anne Hobbs


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 00:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Mary Anne Hobbs battles against post-turkey syndrome with great music.

Contributors
Unknown:
Mary Anne Hobbs
Source: Radio Times
04:00
Charlie Jordan


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 31st Dec 1996, 04:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 SUNDAY DECEMBER 29TH 1996

07:00
Don Maclean


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 07:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents the best of Good Morning Sunday this year.

Source: Radio Times
09:05
Steve Wright's Sunday Love Songs


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 09:05 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
11:00
The Best of Parkinson's Sunday Supplement


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 11:00 on BBC Radio 2
Michael Parkinson celebrates a year of great music and the people that made it, including Lesley Garrett ,
George Shearing , Larry Adler and Joan Baez.

Contributors
Unknown:
Michael Parkinson
Unknown:
Lesley Garrett
Unknown:
George Shearing
Unknown:
Larry Adler
Unknown:
Joan Baez.
Source: Radio Times
13:00
Vintage Years


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 13:00 on BBC Radio 2
1.00pm Desmond Carrington with Radio 2 All-Time Greats
Listeners' favourite tunes and performances on record.
3.00 Benny Green
A weekly celebration of the art of the songwriter.
4.00 A Year to Remember
A 12-part series in which Cliff Michelmore opens his scrapbook to capture the sounds and songs that made a particular year special.
8: 1957 - from SuperMac to Six-Five Special
4.30 Sing Something Simple With the Cliff Adams Singers.
5.00 Pam Ayres
Music for a Sunday afternoon, plus letters and calls. PHONE: (0121) [number removed]WRITE TO: BBC Pebble Mill, Birmingham, B5 7QQ

Contributors
Unknown:
Desmond Carrington
Unknown:
Benny Green
Unknown:
Cliff Michelmore
Singers:
Cliff Adams
Singers:
Pam Ayres
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Hugh Scully


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents Melodies for You

Source: Radio Times
20:30
Sunday Half Hour


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 20:30 on BBC Radio 2
Roger Royle looks back through a year of hymns sung on Sunday Half Hour.

Contributors
Unknown:
Roger Royle
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Alan Keith


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
with Your Hundred Best Tunes

Source: Radio Times
22:00
The David Jacobs Collection


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
The best in easy-listening music, plus album reviews and a celebrity birthday or two.

Source: Radio Times
23:00
Singing for Their Supper


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
Radio 2 Arts Programme
John Waite joins the Vienna Boys' Choir on their annual pre-Christmas tour of England and at their home in Vienna. Producer Graham Ellis

Contributors
Unknown:
John Waite
Producer:
Graham Ellis
Source: Radio Times
00:05
Adrian Finighan


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 00:05 on BBC Radio 2
Including at 1.30
Pause for Thought
With Father John McCullough.

Contributors
Unknown:
Father John McCullough.
Source: Radio Times
03:00
Steve Madden


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
Including at 3.30
Pause for Thought
With Father John McCullough.

Contributors
Unknown:
Father John McCullough.
Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 1 SUNDAY DECEMBER 29TH 1996

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Kevin Greening


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 07:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
The breakfast programme for clubbers.

Source: Radio Times
10:00
Dave Pearce


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 10:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
14:00
Trevor Nelson's Rhythm Nation


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 14:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
The pick of what has been a classic year for R 'n' B, plus a preview of 1997. Including live tracks in the Smokin' Room from the Fugees, Babyface and Truce.

Source: Radio Times
16:00
UK Top 40


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 16:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Mark Goodier is live in London with the only chart that counts.

Contributors
Unknown:
Mark Goodier
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Secret Bedrooms


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Mary Anne Hobbs opens the door into the secret world of teenage bedrooms. Join the smokers as they lean out of their windows, dance with the clubbers as they get ready to go out and cry into the pillow with the broken-hearted.

Contributors
Unknown:
Mary Anne Hobbs
Source: Radio Times
20:00
John Peel - Festive 50 Part 4


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 20:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
In the final dose of his festive countdown, John Peel unveils the top 12 selections.

Source: Radio Times
22:00
Stuart Maconie - the Best Albums of 96


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Music journalist
Stuart Maconie picks his way through the best CDs of the year.

Contributors
Unknown:
Stuart MacOnie
Source: Radio Times
00:00
Andy Kershaw


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 00:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
In a specially extended edition, Kershaw reflects on his exclusive sessions of 96.

Source: Radio Times
04:00
Charlie Jordan


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 30th Dec 1996, 04:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Phone in to the programme for free on [number removed].

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 SATURDAY DECEMBER 28TH 1996
08:05
Brian Matthew


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 08:05 on BBC Radio 2
with Sounds of the 60s

Source: Radio Times
10:00
Steve Wright's Saturday Show


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 10:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
13:00
Comedy Hour


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 13:00 on BBC Radio 2
1.00pm Arthur Smith 's
Amusing Bits
A look at comic aspects of contemporary life. 6: Health
1.30 Smith and Jones Sound
Off
A series of compilations from their BBC TV shows, re-edited and remixed for radio.

Contributors
Unknown:
Arthur Smith
Source: Radio Times
14:00
Judi Spiers


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 14:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
16:00
Nick Barraclough


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 16:00 on BBC Radio 2
with New Country

Contributors
Presenter:
Nick Barraclough
Source: Radio Times
17:00
The Simon and Garfunkel Story


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 17:00 on BBC Radio 2
Today Grimsby,
Tomorrow the World
Paul Gambaccini presents a two-part documentary looking at one of the world's most successful musical acts.
1: The time when Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel originally met and their first big success. Sounds of Silence. Producer Kevin Howiett

Contributors
Unknown:
Paul Gambaccini
Unknown:
Paul Simon
Unknown:
Art Garfunkel
Producer:
Kevin Howiett
Source: Radio Times
18:00
Rod Stewart in Concert


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 18:00 on BBC Radio 2
Recorded in California in 1977. Introduced by Ken Bruce. Producer Richard Masters

Contributors
Introduced By:
Ken Bruce.
Producer:
Richard Masters
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Half a Sixpence


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
Sheridan Morley looks behind the scenes of the classic musical, through to the opening night. Then, at 7.35, the curtain rises on the musical based on the novel "Kipps" by H.G. Wells.
Starring Jonathan Morris and Leslie Phillips.
With Nicola Dawn, Rosemary Leach, Elizabeth Seal, Nicola Keen, Michael Winsor, David Kelsey, Stephen Hill, Jonathan Hart, Michael Cahill, Stephen Matthews, Lynsay Danvers, Stephanie Benevente, Helen Duncan, Taffy Taylor
With the Stephen Hill Singers and the BBC Concert Orchestra conducted by Kenneth Alwyn
Script adaptation by Warner Brown

(Repeat)

Contributors
Unknown:
Sheridan Morley
Unknown:
Jonathan Morris
Unknown:
Leslie Phillips
Unknown:
Rosemary Leach
Unknown:
Elizabeth Seal
Unknown:
Michael Winsor
Unknown:
David Kelsey
Unknown:
Stephen Hill
Unknown:
Jonathan Hart
Unknown:
Michael Cahill
Unknown:
Stephen Matthews
Unknown:
Stephanie Benevente
Unknown:
Helen Duncan
Singersand:
Stephen Hill
Conducted By:
Kenneth Alwyn
Source: Radio Times
22:00
Iain Anderson with the Radio 2 Arts Programme


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
A festival of Scots music and poetry for Hogmanay.

Contributors
Presenter:
Iain Anderson
Producer:
Michael Shaw
Source: Radio Times
00:05
Charles Nove


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 00:05 on BBC Radio 2
Including at 1.30, 3.30 Pause for Thought With Jenny Nemko.

Contributors
Unknown:
Jenny Nemko.
Source: Radio Times
04:00
Mo Dutta


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 04:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times

[darren]

bbc radio 1 saturday december 28th 1996
05:00
Claire Sturgess


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 05:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
07:00
Kevin Greening


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 07:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Phone the studio for free on [number removed].

Source: Radio Times
10:00
Dave Pearce


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 10:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Two more fans will face up to the challenge in Fan-tastic. To take part, fax the studio at local rates on [number removed].

Source: Radio Times
13:00
Jo Whiley


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 13:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Three hours of the best upfront new music.

Source: Radio Times
16:00
John Peel - Festive 50 Part 3


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 16:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
John Peel picks up where he left off last week and counts down from 24 to 13 in his legendary annual poll.

Source: Radio Times
19:00
Danny Rampling - Lovegroove Dance Party


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
House's hottest DJ whips up two hours of the finest dance music. Including the results of the National Lottery at 8.03.

Source: Radio Times
21:00
Radio 1 Rap Show


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 21:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Westwood spins through the year in rap music.

Source: Radio Times
00:00
The Radio 1 Reggae Dancehall Nite


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 00:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Radio 1 goes transatlantic with Bobby Konders from Hot 97 in New York and special guest Capilton.

Contributors
Unknown:
Bobby Konders
Source: Radio Times
02:00
Essential Mix - Rhythm Masters


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 02:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Robert Bruce Chetcuti and Steve McGuinnes take a musical journey into the near future, looking forward to
1997 with some of the most likely hits of the new year.

Contributors
Unknown:
Robert Bruce Chetcuti
Unknown:
Steve McGuinnes
Source: Radio Times
04:00
Claire Sturgess


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 29th Dec 1996, 04:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
The best new music.

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

bbc radio 2 friday december 27th 1996

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06:00
Alex Lester


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 06:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
06:15
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 06:15 on BBC Radio 2
With Father Gerald O'Collins.

Contributors
Unknown:
Father Gerald O'Collins.
Source: Radio Times
07:30
Wake Up to Wogan


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 07:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
09:15
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 09:15 on BBC Radio 2
With Roger Royle.

Contributors
Unknown:
Roger Royle.
Source: Radio Times
09:30
Ken Bruce


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 09:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
12:00
The Bob Newhart Story


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 12:00 on BBC Radio 2
One of the greatest American comedians looks back over his career and presents the best of his routines.
Producer Neil Rosser

Contributors
Producer:
Neil Rosser
Source: Radio Times
13:00
Christmas Comedy Classics


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 13:00 on BBC Radio 2
Hancock's Half Hour
Starring Tony Hancock. Bill Kerr , Sidney James. Andree Melly and Kenneth Williams. Written by Alan Simpson and Ray Galton Repeat

Contributors
Unknown:
Tony Hancock.
Unknown:
Bill Kerr
Unknown:
Sidney James.
Unknown:
Andree Melly
Unknown:
Kenneth Williams.
Written By:
Alan Simpson
Written By:
Ray Galton
Source: Radio Times
13:30
Debbie Thrower


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 13:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
15:00
Steve Wright


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2
The biggest hits from this year's Easy Listening Top 100.

Source: Radio Times
18:00
Val Doonican


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 18:00 on BBC Radio 2
A programme with a festive flavour as Val Doonican celebrates 50 years in showbusiness and sings a selection of his hits. With guest jazz guitarist Martin Taylor. Producer Anthony Cherry

Contributors
Unknown:
Val Doonican
Guitarist:
Martin Taylor.
Producer:
Anthony Cherry
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Wowfabgroovy


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
Johnnie Walker hosts a quiz recalling the fifties, sixties and seventies. Toyah Willcox and Jeffrey Holland are joined by guests Lynsey De Paul and Simon Dee.

Contributors
Unknown:
Johnnie Walker
Unknown:
Toyah Willcox
Unknown:
Jeffrey Holland
Unknown:
Lynsey de Paul
Unknown:
Simon Dee.
Source: Radio Times
19:30
Friday Night Is Music Night


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 19:30 on BBC Radio 2
James Lockhart conducts the BBC Concert Orchestra, led by Martin Loveday , in a concert from the Hippodrome, Golders Green, London. With guest singers Jacquelyn Fugelle and Adrian Clarke , and the BBC
Singers. Introduced by Robin Boyle. Repeat

Contributors
Unknown:
James Lockhart
Unknown:
Martin Loveday
Singers:
Jacquelyn Fugelle
Singers:
Adrian Clarke
Introduced By:
Robin Boyle.
Source: Radio Times
20:45
Jamaica Inn


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 20:45 on BBC Radio 2
Jenny Agutter reads part eight of the ten-part adaptation of Daphne Du Maurier 's thriller.

Contributors
Unknown:
Jenny Agutter
Unknown:
Daphne du Maurier
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Listen to the Band


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
Introduced by Frank Renton. Guests from the band world talk about their favourite recordings of the year, plus a look at the highlights of 1996.

Contributors
Introduced By:
Frank Renton.
Source: Radio Times
22:00
Sheridan Morley


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
with the Radio 2 Arts
Programme

Source: Radio Times
00:05
Charles Nove


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 00:05 on BBC Radio 2
Including at 1.30, 3.30 Pause for Thought With Dennis Bailey.

Contributors
Unknown:
Dennis Bailey.
Source: Radio Times
04:00
Beverley Hills


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 04:00 on BBC Radio 2
6.00 Mo Dutta

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

bbc radio 1 friday december 27th 1996
08:00
Kevin Greening


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 08:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
11:30
In Concert Classic: Oasis


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 11:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
The year's most talked about concert - 11 August 1996, Oasis live at Knebworth.
Repeat

Source: Radio Times
13:00
Charlie Jordan


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 13:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
The finest new tunes. Call in for free on [number removed].

Source: Radio Times
15:00
Dave Pearce


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 15:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Great music, great conversation, great competitions, great show. Including the latest travel updates and the finest music mix.

Source: Radio Times
19:00
Pete Tong Essential Selection - Best of 96


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Pete Tong sorts out the best of the year's dance music and plays the pick of the essential new tunes.

Source: Radio Times
22:00
One in the Jungle: Jungle Blitz 96


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Two hours of non-stop jungle music in the mix. featuring the largest drum 'n' bass tunes of the past 12 months.

Source: Radio Times
00:00
Radio One Rap Show


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 00:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Westwood presents the hottest sounds in rap and hip hop music

Source: Radio Times
03:00
Annie Nightingale


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sat 28th Dec 1996, 03:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Maximum chilled-out vibes.

[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 THURSDAY DECEMBER 26TH 1996
6:00
Alex Lester


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 06:00 on BBC Radio 2
with the Dawn Patrol

Source: Radio Times
06:15
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 06:15 on BBC Radio 2
With the Archbishop of York, Dr David Hope.

Contributors
Unknown:
Dr David Hope.
Source: Radio Times
08:00
Wake Up to Wogan


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 08:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
09:15
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 09:15 on BBC Radio 2
With the Rev Roy Williamson.

Contributors
Unknown:
Roy Williamson.
Source: Radio Times
10:00
Ken Bruce


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 10:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
13:00
Christmas


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 13:00 on BBC Radio 2
Comedy Classics
The Goon Show Repeat

Source: Radio Times
13:30
Sounds Like Disney


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 13:30 on BBC Radio 2
Brian Sibley presents a collection of unusual and unlikely performances of much-loved Disney songs. Producer Stella Hanson

Contributors
Unknown:
Brian Sibley
Producer:
Stella Hanson
Source: Radio Times
15:00
Steve Wright


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
17:00
Christmas on Broadway


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 17:00 on BBC Radio 2
Dick Vosburgh casts an eye over Broadway's treatment of the season of good cheer. Producer Roy Oakshott

Contributors
Unknown:
Dick Vosburgh
Producer:
Roy Oakshott
Source: Radio Times
18:00
Robson and Jerome


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 18:00 on BBC Radio 2
The duo choose some of their favourite songs from shows and films.
Producer Trevor Aston

Contributors
Producer:
Trevor Aston
Source: Radio Times
19:00
My Mammy and Me


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
A six-part Scottish sitcom about a woman's attempt to untie her mother's ever-tightening apron strings.
2: A Merry Little Christmas
Producer Kathy Smith

Contributors
Producer:
Kathy Smith
Mammy:
Eileen McCalllum
Isobel:
Kate Donnelly
Wullie:
Jake Darcy
Con:
Forbes Masson
Big Ida:
Barbara Rafferty
Sgt Blood:
Roy Hanlon
Wee Elsie:
Carolyn Bonnyman
Mr and Mrs Patel:
Lewis MacLeod
Kenneth Bryans:
Anil Razool
Source: Radio Times
19:30
David Allan


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 19:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Paul Jones


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
22:00
Mark Knopflen Roots


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
An interview with Mark
Knopfler, looking at the music he listened to as a child. Producer Robin Valk

Contributors
Producer:
Robin Valk
Source: Radio Times
22:30
The Blue Carbuncle


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 22:30 on BBC Radio 2
As part of Radio 2's Vintage
Christmas, a production taken from the Best of Sherlock Holmes
, a radio series starring John Gielgud , Ralph Richardson and company. Producer Toby Horton

Contributors
Unknown:
Sherlock Holmes
Unknown:
John Gielgud
Unknown:
Ralph Richardson
Producer:
Toby Horton
Source: Radio Times
23:00
Bob Harris


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
with late-night music.

Source: Radio Times
01:00
Patrick Lunt


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 01:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
01:30
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 01:30 on BBC Radio 2
With John Morgan.

Contributors
Unknown:
John Morgan.
Source: Radio Times
03:00
Mo Dutta


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
03:30
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 03:30 on BBC Radio 2
With John Morgan.

Contributors
Unknown:
John Morgan.
Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 1 THURSDAY DECEMBER 26TH 1996

08:00
Simon Mayo - the Morning After


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 08:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Simon Mayo presents some of his show's best acoustic sessions and is joined in the studio by Rory Bremner and some surprise guests.

Contributors
Unknown:
Simon Mayo
Unknown:
Rory Bremner
Source: Radio Times
11:30
An Audience with George Michael


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 11:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Another chance to hear George Michael 's exclusive performance recorded earlier this year for Radio 1 and his interview with Chris Evans. Repeat

Contributors
Unknown:
George Michael
Unknown:
Chris Evans.
Source: Radio Times
13:00
Charlie Jordan


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 13:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
More of the best new music.

Source: Radio Times
15:00
Dave Pearce


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 15:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Including the Internet and Multimedia Update - a one-off special on how to get on-line.

Source: Radio Times
18:00
Evening Session Rewind Part 2


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 18:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Highlights of the very best live music of the Session in 1996, including Sound City.

Source: Radio Times
21:00
Star Review: Shirley Manson


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 21:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Fresh from touring across Asia, Garbage frontwoman Shirley Manson reflects on another groundbreaking year in new music.

Contributors
Unknown:
Shirley Manson
Source: Radio Times
22:00
In Concert Classic: Blur


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Another chance to hear Blur's only live gig of 1996, from
Dublin. Supergrass and Black Grape provide the support. Repeat

Source: Radio Times
00:00
Claire Sturgess


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 00:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
04:00
Clive Warren


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Fri 27th Dec 1996, 04:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Radio 1's early breakfast.

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 25TH 1996
06:00
Roger Royle


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 06:00 on BBC Radio 2
Producer Roger Bowman

Contributors
Producer:
Roger Bowman
Source: Radio Times
06:15
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 06:15 on BBC Radio 2
With the Archbishop of York, Dr David Hope.

Contributors
Unknown:
Dr David Hope.
Source: Radio Times
08:05
Don Maclean


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 08:05 on BBC Radio 2
says Good Morning Christmas from Cardiff Castle.

Source: Radio Times
10:00
The Queen


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 10:00 on BBC Radio 2
Speaks to the Commonwealth.

Source: Radio Times
10:10
Steve Wright's Christmas Kids


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 10:10 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
12:00
Christmas Foreverett


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 12:00 on BBC Radio 2
Noel Edmonds celebrates the unique talent of Kenny Everett. Producer Kevin Howlett

Contributors
Unknown:
Noel Edmonds
Unknown:
Kenny Everett.
Producer:
Kevin Howlett
Source: Radio Times
13:00
Christmas Comedy Classics


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 13:00 on BBC Radio 2
Much Binding in the Marsh Starring Richard Murdoch and Kenneth Home. Repeat

Contributors
Unknown:
Richard Murdoch
Source: Radio Times
13:30
The Christmas Huddlines 1996


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 13:30 on BBC Radio 2
Roy Hudd , June Whitfield and Chris Emmett review 1996.
Producer Steve Doherty

Contributors
Unknown:
Roy Hudd
Unknown:
June Whitfield
Unknown:
Chris Emmett
Producer:
Steve Doherty
Source: Radio Times
14:00
Michael Aspel's Christmas Present


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 14:00 on BBC Radio 2
With guests Gene Wilder ,
Petula Clark and Terry Waite. Producer Nick Hirst

Contributors
Unknown:
Gene Wilder
Unknown:
Petula Clark
Unknown:
Terry Waite.
Producer:
Nick Hirst
Source: Radio Times
16:00
Gloria Hunniford Interviews ... Julio Iglesias


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 16:00 on BBC Radio 2
A revealing talk about his life, loves and career.
Producer Anthony Cherry

Contributors
Producer:
Anthony Cherry
Source: Radio Times
17:00
WC Fields's Christmas Humbug


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 17:00 on BBC Radio 2
Paul Merton presents a show dedicated to WC Fields.
Producer Sonia Beldom

Contributors
Unknown:
Paul Merton
Producer:
Sonia Beldom
Source: Radio Times
18:00
Sweet, Sweet Ella


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 18:00 on BBC Radio 2
Russell Davies pays tribute to Ella Fitzgerald , who died in June. Producer Roy Oakshott

Contributors
Unknown:
Russell Davies
Unknown:
Ella Fitzgerald
Producer:
Roy Oakshott
Source: Radio Times
20:00
Christmas Under Fire


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 20:00 on BBC Radio 2
Sandy Gall is joined by civilians and servicemen to reflect on Christmases spent in conflict. Producer Alison Quinn

Contributors
Unknown:
Sandy Gall
Producer:
Alison Quinn
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Pavarotti of the Organ - Christmas Special


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
Carlo Curley holds court at St Anne's Cathedral, Belfast.
Introduced by John Marsh.

Contributors
Unknown:
Carlo Curley
Introduced By:
John Marsh.
Source: Radio Times
22:30
It's a Wonderful Life


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 22:30 on BBC Radio 2
As part of Radio 2's Vintage Christmas, Frank Capra 's classic, starring
James Stewart and Henry Travers. Producer Toby Horton

Contributors
Unknown:
Frank Capra
Unknown:
James Stewart
Unknown:
Henry Travers.
Producer:
Toby Horton
Source: Radio Times
23:00
Bob Harris


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
01:00
Patrick Lunt


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 01:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
01:30
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 01:30 on BBC Radio 2
With the Rev Georgie Baxendale.

Contributors
Unknown:
Georgie Baxendale.
Source: Radio Times
03:00
Mo Dutta


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
03:30
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 03:30 on BBC Radio 2
With the Rev Georgie Baxendale.

Contributors
Unknown:
Georgie Baxendale.
Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 1 WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 25TH 1996

08:00
Simon Mayo's Christmas Jukebox


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 08:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Some of 1996's stars select their favourite festive music.

Source: Radio Times
11:30
The Chris Evans Summer Roadshow Tour


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 11:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
In August this year, over
100,000 people witnessed the scene as the breakfast team took the show on the road. This sequence relives the height of the summer. Featuring live recordings of Ocean Colour Scene, Supergrass, Shed 7,
Skunk Anansie , Echobelly and Black Grape. Repeat

Contributors
Unknown:
Skunk Anansie
Unknown:
Black Grape.
Source: Radio Times
13:30
Independence Day - UK


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 13:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Radio 1's UFO watch, as Nicky Campbell and Patrick Moore mount a search for alien life. With Toyah Willcox , Colin Baker , Simon Treves ,
Mark Goodier. Repeat

Contributors
Unknown:
Nicky Campbell
Unknown:
Patrick Moore
Unknown:
Toyah Willcox
Unknown:
Colin Baker
Unknown:
Simon Treves
Unknown:
Mark Goodier.
Source: Radio Times
14:30
Charlie Jordan


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 14:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
18:00
A Tip Top Christmas


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 18:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Presented by Kid Tempo and the Ginger Prince.

Contributors
Presented By:
Kid Tempo
Source: Radio Times
20:00
Jesus - Cool or Cheesy?


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 20:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Janey Lee Grace asks believers about Jesus's image problem, and plays a mix of songs.

Contributors
Presenter:
Janey Lee Grace
Source: Radio Times
21:00
In Concert Classic: Simply the Best


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 21:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Mark Goodier introduces a double bill featuring Simply Red and Tina Turner recorded at Wembley Stadium.

Contributors
Presenter:
Mark Goodier
Singer:
Tina Turner
Musicians:
Simply Red
Source: Radio Times
00:00
Claire Sturgess


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 00:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
04:00
Clive Warren


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Thu 26th Dec 1996, 04:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
BBC Radio 1 England


About BBC Radio 1
BBC Radio 1 is a radio channel that started transmitting on the 30th September 1967.

Appears in
Radio Times Issue 3804
21st December 1996
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[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 TUESDAY DECEMBER 24TH 1996

06:00
Alex Lester


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 06:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
06:15
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 06:15 on BBC Radio 2
With Hannah Gordon.

Contributors
Unknown:
Hannah Gordon.
Source: Radio Times
07:30
Wake Up to Wogan


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 07:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
09:15
Pause for Thought


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 09:15 on BBC Radio 2
With Patrick Forbes.

Contributors
Unknown:
Patrick Forbes.
Source: Radio Times
09:30
Ken Bruce


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 09:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
12:00
Christmas with Elvis


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 12:00 on BBC Radio 2
Festive tunes from the King, introduced by Alvin Stardust. Producer Robin Quinn

Contributors
Introduced By:
Alvin Stardust.
Producer:
Robin Quinn
Source: Radio Times
13:00
Christmas Comedy Classics: Round the Horne


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 13:00 on BBC Radio 2
(Repeat)

Source: Radio Times
13:30
Steve Wright


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 13:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
15:30
Dame Edna's Aural Experience


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 15:30 on BBC Radio 2
Join the housewife megastar on her fantasy island. Repeat

Source: Radio Times
16:30
Yarwood's Christmas Impressions


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 16:30 on BBC Radio 2
With Mike Yarwood and guests. Producer Neil Rosser

Contributors
Unknown:
Mike Yarwood
Producer:
Neil Rosser
Source: Radio Times
17:05
Two Nuts and a Tangerine


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 17:05 on BBC Radio 2
A montage of memories from Christmases past.
Producer Anthony Cherry

Contributors
Producer:
Anthony Cherry
Source: Radio Times
18:00
Alter Ego


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 18:00 on BBC Radio 2
Valerie Solti talks to John Major about his love of cricket and life-long support of Chelsea FC. Producer Stella Hanson

Contributors
Talks:
Valerie Solti
Unknown:
John Major
Producer:
Stella Hanson
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Lew Grade: 90 Not Out


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
Lew Grade in conversation to celebrate his 90th birthday.

Contributors
Unknown:
Lew Grade
Producer:
Anthony Wills
Source: Radio Times
20:30
Kaiso! Christmas


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 20:30 on BBC Radio 2
Trevor McDonald explores
Caribbean yuletide traditions. Producer Neil Rosser

Contributors
Unknown:
Trevor McDonald
Producer:
Neil Rosser
Source: Radio Times
21:00
The Night before Christmas


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
Poetry, prose and music. Producer Anthony Cherry

Contributors
Producer:
Anthony Cherry
Source: Radio Times
22:00
The Sexton's Christmas Tale


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
In this special episode broadcast at Christmas, George Cole, as the sexton of Highgate Cemetery, and Warren Mitchell, as the ghost of Charles Dickens, journey back to a Victorian Christmas - to an England of merry extravagance and feasting, disease and crippling poverty.
With George Cole, Warren Mitchell & Ian Lavender.

Contributors
Sexton of Highgate Cemetery:
George Cole
Ghost of Charles Dickens:
Warren Mitchell
Bill Sykes:
Ian Lavender
Writer:
Emlyn Harris
Source: Radio Times
22:30
A Christmas Carol


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 22:30 on BBC Radio 2
Laurence Olivier stars in Charles Dickens 's classic. Producer Toby Horton

Contributors
Unknown:
Laurence Olivier
Unknown:
Charles Dickens
Producer:
Toby Horton
Source: Radio Times
23:00
Carols By Candlelight


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
From York Minster, Alan Sykes presents carols old and new. Producer Bob McDowall

Contributors
Unknown:
Alan Sykes
Producer:
Bob McDowall
Source: Radio Times
00:05
Patrick Lunt


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 00:05 on BBC Radio 2
1.30 Pause for Thought
With Frank Topping as Joseph.

Source: Radio Times
03:00
Mo Dutta


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
3.30 Pause for Thought
With Frank Topping as Joseph.

Source: Radio Times