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[darren]

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


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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


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


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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


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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

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Alex Lester


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


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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


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


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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


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


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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


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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


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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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


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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


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


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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


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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


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


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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


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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


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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


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


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


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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


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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


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

Source: Radio Times
01:00
Patrick Lunt


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


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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


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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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


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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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


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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?


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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


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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
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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

[darren]

BBC RADIO 1 TUESDAY DECEMBER 24TH 1996
07:00
Dave Pearce


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 07:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
helps another Sad- Git.

Source: Radio Times
09:00
Simon Mayo


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 09:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Give yourself an extra half day's shopping by getting five out of five in Knocking Off.

Source: Radio Times
12:00
Lisa I'Anson


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 12:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Remixed and extended for
Christmas Eve.

Source: Radio Times
15:00
Clive Warren


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 15:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Including a festive Chart Hour from 4.00.

Source: Radio Times
19:00
Mary Anne Hobbs


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
The countdown to Christmas continues with three hours of solid tunes including some funky festive songs.

Source: Radio Times
22:00
Christmas According to the Gospel of ...


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Recorded exclusively for Radio 1 at the Union Chapel, north
London, this special concert by the London Community
Gospel Choir is hosted by Lisa I'Anson. Featuring Gabrielle, Neneh Cherry. Andy Bell ,
Michelle Gayle. Paul Heaton. Jimmy Somerville. Alisha's Attic. Marcella Detroit and Stephen Gately from Boyzone.

Contributors
Unknown:
Andy Bell
Unknown:
Michelle Gayle.
Unknown:
Stephen Gately
Source: Radio Times
23:00
Sanctified Dance Party


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 23:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Leading DJ Cameron Dante , formerly of Bizarre Inc, has two hours of the latest sounds from the world of dance music.

Contributors
Unknown:
Cameron Dante
Source: Radio Times
01:00
Claire Sturgess


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 01:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Welcome to Christmas Day!

Source: Radio Times
04:00
Clive Warren


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Wed 25th Dec 1996, 04:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 MONDAY DECEMBER 23RD 1996

06:00
Alex Lester


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd 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


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 06:15 on BBC Radio 2
With Umar Hegedus.

Contributors
Unknown:
Umar Hegedus.
Source: Radio Times
07:30
Wake Up to Wogan


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 07:30 on BBC Radio 2
Why not try to write Wogan's script for him?
Send a fax, e-mail or a letter to:
Terry Wogan , BBC Radio 2, London W1A 4WW
Fax: ([number removed]
E-mail: [address removed]

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


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 09:15 on BBC Radio 2
With Brian D'Arcy.

Contributors
Unknown:
Brian D'Arcy.
Source: Radio Times
09:30
Ken Bruce


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 09:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
11:30
Jimmy Young


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 11:30 on BBC Radio 2
Including medical questions answered.

Source: Radio Times
13:30
Debbie Thrower


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 13:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
15:00
Steve Wright


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2
meets ordinary people with extraordinary lives.

Source: Radio Times
17:05
John Dunn


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 17:05 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Hubert Gregg


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
says Thanks for the Christmas Memories

Source: Radio Times
20:00
Malcolm Laycock


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 20:00 on BBC Radio 2
with Big Band Era

Source: Radio Times
20:30
The 1996 British Jazz Awards Poll Winners Concert


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 20:30 on BBC Radio 2
Humphrey Lyttelton hosts a special Best of Jazz, featuring top players in concert. Producer Terry Carter

Contributors
Unknown:
Humphrey Lyttelton
Producer:
Terry Carter
Source: Radio Times
22:00
Melly on Monday


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
George Melly hosts the last of an eight-part jazz chat show in which performers and celebrities talk about their favourite music. 8: Cleo Laine.

Contributors
Unknown:
George Melly
Music:
Cleo Laine.
Source: Radio Times
22:30
Jack Benny's Christmas Shopping


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 22:30 on BBC Radio 2
As part of their Vintage
Christmas, Radio 2 presents a masterpiece from Jack Benny 's legendary radio shows. With Sadie Marks,
Eddie Anderson , Don Wilson ,
Mel Blanc and company. Producer Toby Horton

Contributors
Unknown:
Jack Benny
Unknown:
Eddie Anderson
Unknown:
Don Wilson
Unknown:
Mel Blanc
Producer:
Toby Horton
Source: Radio Times
23:00
Bob Harris


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
Music for the discerning listener.

Source: Radio Times
01:00
Patrick Lunt


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 01:00 on BBC Radio 2
Including at 1.30
Pause for Thought
With Frank Topping as Jonty, singer and shepherd.

Source: Radio Times
03:00
Mo Dutta


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
Including at 3.30
Pause for Thought With Frank Topping.

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 1 MONDAY DECEMBER 23RD 1996

07:00
Dave Pearce


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 07:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
09:00
Simon Mayo


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 09:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Fax Simon Mayo at local rate charge on [number removed].

Contributors
DJ:
Simon Mayo
Source: Radio Times
12:00
Lisa I'Anson


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 12:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
14:00
Nicky Campbell


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 14:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Irrelevant chat and irreverent facts. With a festive Afternoon
Lovefeast and the Teasingly Topical Triple Tracker.

Source: Radio Times
16:00
Clive Warren


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 16:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
with the Chart Hour from 4.00.

Source: Radio Times
19:00
Evening Session Rewind


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Jo Whiley and Steve Lamacq present some of the best interviews of the year. With contributions from Ant and Dec, Manic Street Preachers, Underworld and Noel Gallagher.

Contributors
Presenter:
Jo Whiley
Presenter:
Steve Lamacq
Guest:
Noel Gallagher
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Star Review: Carl Cox


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 21:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
In the year that saw dance acts Prodigy and Underworld storm the charts, celebrated DJ
Carl Cox lifts the lid on 1996.

Contributors
Unknown:
Carl Cox
Source: Radio Times
22:00
In Concert Classic: Jam 96


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Carl Cox presents the greatest performances from this year's dance calendar, with live tracks from Goldie and the Chemical Brothers.

Contributors
Unknown:
Carl Cox
Source: Radio Times
00:00
Claire Sturgess


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 00:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
04:00
Charlie Jordan


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Tue 24th Dec 1996, 04:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
with the finest music mix.

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 SUNDAY DECEMBER 22ND 1996
07:00
Don Maclean


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 22nd Dec 1996, 07:00 on BBC Radio 2
says Good Morning Sunday and welcomes his special guest, writer and broadcaster Adrian Plass. Including at
7.40 the Rev Andrew Morton.

Contributors
Unknown:
Adrian Plass.
Unknown:
Andrew Morton.
Source: Radio Times
09:05
Steve Wright's Sunday Love Songs


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 22nd Dec 1996, 09:05 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
11:00
Parkinson's Sunday Supplement


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 22nd Dec 1996, 11:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
13:00
Vintage Years


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 22nd Dec 1996, 13:00 on BBC Radio 2
1.00pm Desmond Carrington with Radio 2 All-Time Greats
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 songs that made a particular year special. 7: 1973
4.30 Sing Something Seasonal With the Cliff Adams Singers.
5.00 Pam Ayres
Festive flavour, seasonal music, anecdotes and interviews.

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 22nd 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 22nd Dec 1996, 20:30 on BBC Radio 2
Roger Royle joins the Salvation Army, choirs and people of Colchester for a community carol concert. Musical director Adrian Lyons

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


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 22nd 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 22nd Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
The best in easy listening.

Source: Radio Times
23:00
Origins of Christmas


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 22nd Dec 1996, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
Radio 2 Arts Programme
John Florance goes in search of the roots of Christmas as we know it today - just why do we celebrate it on 25 December?
Where does the tradition of having a Christmas tree originate? Helping him find the answers to these and other questions are historians Ronald Hutton and Steph Mastoris and musicians Andrew Parrott and Lucie Skeaping.
Producers Rosie Boulton and David Corser

Contributors
Unknown:
Ronald Hutton
Unknown:
Steph Mastoris
Musicians:
Andrew Parrott
Musicians:
Lucie Skeaping.
Producers:
Rosie Boulton
Producers:
David Corser
Source: Radio Times
00:05
Patrick Lunt


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 00:05 on BBC Radio 2
Including at 1.30
Pause for Thought
With Frank Topping as the Three Wise Men.

Source: Radio Times
03:00
Mo Dutta


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
Including at 3.30
Pause for Thought
With Frank Topping as the Three Wise Men.

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 1 SUNDAY DECEMBER 22ND 1996
07:00
Kevin Greening


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 22nd Dec 1996, 07:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Newsbeat from 7.30.

Source: Radio Times
10:00
Dave Pearce


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 22nd 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 22nd Dec 1996, 14:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Bringing rhythm to the people with the freshest selection of R 'n' B tracks.

Source: Radio Times
16:00
UK Top 40


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 22nd Dec 1996, 16:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
The Spice Girls, Fugees and Boyzone are the contenders for this year's coveted
Christmas Number One spot. But could Robson and Jerome be the nation's yuletide favourite? Mark Goodier has the Christmas chart - live.

Contributors
Unknown:
Mark Goodier
Source: Radio Times
19:00
The Chant Show


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 22nd Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
What do football matches, Sharon Stone and a 12th-century German nun have in common? The answer is plainsong: Radio 1 ventures on a spiritual journey into Gregorian chant: its history, healing power and universal appeal.

Contributors
Unknown:
Sharon Stone
Source: Radio Times
20:00
John Peel - Festive 50 Part 2


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 22nd Dec 1996, 20:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Continuing the annual yuletide countdown with selections 38-25.
Part 3 Saturday 28 December 4.00pm

Source: Radio Times
22:00
Stuart Maconie


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 22nd Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
A special edition for Christmas week, with seasonal hit albums in Ten out of Ten.

Source: Radio Times
00:00
Andy Kershaw


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 00:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Featuring Joi in session.

Contributors
Unknown:
Featuring Joi
Source: Radio Times
02:00
Claire Sturgess


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 02:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
04:00
Charlie Jordan


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Mon 23rd Dec 1996, 04:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 SATURDAY DECEMBER 21ST 1996

6:00
Mo Dutta


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 21st Dec 1996, 06:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
08:05
Brian Matthew


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 21st 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 21st Dec 1996, 10:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
13:00
Comedy Hour


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 21st Dec 1996, 13:00 on BBC Radio 2
1.00pm Arthur Smith 's Amusing Bits
A look at comic aspects of life. 5: Showbusiness
1.00 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 21st Dec 1996, 14:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
16:00
Nick Barraclough


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 21st Dec 1996, 16:00 on BBC Radio 2
with New Country

Source: Radio Times
17:00
The Tycoon of Teen


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 21st Dec 1996, 17:00 on BBC Radio 2
Gene Pitney presents the story of the man behind the Wall of Sound - Phil Spector. Written and produced by Colin Martin

Contributors
Unknown:
Gene Pitney
Unknown:
Phil Spector.
Produced By:
Colin Martin
Source: Radio Times
18:00
So Here It Is, Merry Christmas


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 21st Dec 1996, 18:00 on BBC Radio 2
Suzi Quatro presents a glamrock concert featuring Slade II and Les Gray 's Mud.
Producer Sonia Beldom

Contributors
Unknown:
Suzi Quatro
Unknown:
Les Gray
Producer:
Sonia Beldom
Source: Radio Times
19:00
I Write the Songs: 4: Anthony Newley


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 21st Dec 1996, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
The last in the series in which Don Black enjoys the songs of a diverse collection of singer/songwriters.
(Repeat)

Contributors
Unknown:
Don Black
Source: Radio Times
19:30
A Southwark Christmas


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 21st Dec 1996, 19:30 on BBC Radio 2
Roger Royle introduces a concert from Southwark Cathedral featuring popular carols, some of which have local connections, as well as a selection of seasonal pieces, including readings from famous literary figures associated with Southwark.

With the Choir of Southwark Cathedral (choirmaster and organist Peter Wright), the Ambrosian Singers (chorus master John McCarthy) and the BBC Concert Orchestra, led by Martin Loveday, conducted by Barry Wordsworth

At 8.25, during the interval, Roger Royle finds out more about the people associated with the cathedral.
Written and produced by Tim McDonald

Contributors
Introduces:
Roger Royle
Organist:
Peter Wright
Chorus Master:
John McCarthy
Unknown:
Martin Loveday
Conducted By:
Barry Wordsworth
Produced By:
Tim McDonald
Source: Radio Times
21:30
David Jacobs


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 21st Dec 1996, 21:30 on BBC Radio 2
with Easy Does It

Source: Radio Times
22:00
Bob Harris


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sat 21st Dec 1996, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
with late night music.

Contributors
Producer:
Phil Hughes
Source: Radio Times
00:05
Charles Nove


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 22nd Dec 1996, 00:05 on BBC Radio 2
Including at 1.30, 3.30 Pause for Thought
With Frank Topping as Herod.

Source: Radio Times
04:00
Mo Dutta


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 22nd Dec 1996, 04:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times