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BBC RADIO 2 SUNDAY DECEMBER 24TH 1989

06:00
Graham Knight


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 06:00 on BBC Radio 2
The Sunday Show

Source: Radio Times
07:30
Roger Royle


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 07:30 on BBC Radio 2
Good Morning Sunday with special guests
Roy and Fiona Castle. At 7.40 General Eva Burrows , Head of the Salvation Army worldwide.
Producer HILARY MAYO

Contributors
Unknown:
Fiona Castle.
Unknown:
General Eva Burrows
Producer:
Hilary Mayo
Source: Radio Times
09:05
Melodies for You


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 09:05 on BBC Radio 2
with Richard Baker
BBC Concert Orchestra led by CYNTHIA FLEMING conducted by Kenneth Alwyn.

Contributors
Unknown:
Cynthia Fleming
Conducted By:
Kenneth Alwyn.
Source: Radio Times
11:00
Desmond Carrington


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 11:00 on BBC Radio 2
Radio 2 All-Time Greats

Source: Radio Times
13:00
Christmas Bursting Through the Blackout


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 13:00 on BBC Radio 2
Christmas 1939: Britain celebrated to the music of Flanagan and Allen, Billy Cotton and Gracie Fields. Hubert Gregg recalls the Phoney War days when Henry Hall 's Guest Night drew the Bristol crowds,
Tranmere Rovers were beaten 9-2 by Everton, and at the movies
Laurence Olivier starred in WutheringHeights. Producer NICK CLARKE BBC North East

Contributors
Unknown:
Billy Cotton
Unknown:
Hubert Gregg
Unknown:
Henry Hall
Unknown:
Laurence Olivier
Producer:
Nick Clarke
Source: Radio Times
14:00
Used Notes


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 14:00 on BBC Radio 2
won Grand and Gold Awards at this year's International Radio
Festival in New York. With Richard Stilgoe.
BBC Concert Orchestra led by MARTIN LOVEDAY conducted by Harry Rabinowitz. With Lionel Bart ,
Charles Collingwood , Simon Cuff ,
William Davies , John Gardner , Benny Green , Annabel Hunt ,
Stavros Logarides , Tracy Miller , Steve Race , Mike Redway ,
Ramon Remedios , Vangelis and the Stephen Hill Singers. Researcher GILL ELLIOT Producer
DAVID RAYVERN ALLEN (R)

Contributors
Unknown:
Richard Stilgoe.
Unknown:
Martin Loveday
Conducted By:
Harry Rabinowitz.
Unknown:
Lionel Bart
Unknown:
Charles Collingwood
Unknown:
Simon Cuff
Unknown:
William Davies
Unknown:
John Gardner
Unknown:
Benny Green
Unknown:
Annabel Hunt
Unknown:
Stavros Logarides
Unknown:
Tracy Miller
Unknown:
Steve Race
Unknown:
Mike Redway
Unknown:
Ramon Remedios
Unknown:
Stephen Hill Singers.
Unknown:
David Rayvern Allen
Source: Radio Times
15:00
Sing Something Simple


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2
The First 30 Years
A special gala concert. Cliff Adams Singers
Jack Emblow Quartet introduced and conducted by Cliff Adams (piano). Soloists Pat Whitmore , Danny Street , Leslie Fyson , Ken Barrie and Jack Emblow.
Producer TIM MCDONALD (R)
3.50 Cliff Adams reminisces with David Bellan.
Producer PAUL NEWMAN
5.00-7.00pm No FM

Contributors
Singers:
Cliff Adams
Soloists:
Pat Whitmore
Soloists:
Danny Street
Soloists:
Leslie Fyson
Soloists:
Ken Barrie
Soloists:
Jack Emblow.
Producer:
Tim McDonald
Unknown:
Cliff Adams
Unknown:
David Bellan.
Producer:
Paul Newman
Source: Radio Times
17:05
Charlie Chester


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 17:05 on BBC Radio 2
Sunday Soapbox

Source: Radio Times
19:00
Living with Betty


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
(Details as Friday 10. 30pm)

Source: Radio Times
19:30
Dennis O'Neill


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 19:30 on BBC Radio 2
Personal Choice
Seasonal classical gems selected by the celebrated Welsh tenor.

Source: Radio Times
20:30
Sunday Half-Hour


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 20:30 on BBC Radio 2
with the Salvation
Army from St George's Church, Bristol.
Introduced by Ian Gall. Hark the herald; Were you there; Candlelight
Carol; Praise; Masters in this hall; Tomorrow shall be my dancing day; Deck the halls; 0 come, all ye faithful; The Carolers. Musical Director
DOROTHY BROWNE BBC Bristol

Contributors
Introduced By:
Ian Gall.
Unknown:
Dorothy Browne
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Another Christmas at Althorp


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
The Earl Spencer with yuletide memories at the Northampton family home.
Producer GEOFF MULLIN

Contributors
Producer:
Geoff Mullin
Source: Radio Times
22:00
Songs from the Shows


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
Recorded at the Hippodrome, Golders Green, London.
Broadway's best with singers Claire Moore and Glyn Kerslake.
Presenter David Kernan. BBC Radio Orchestra led by MICHAEL TOMALIN conductor Grant Hossack. Producer JOHN LANGRIDGE

Contributors
Singers:
Claire Moore
Singers:
Glyn Kerslake.
Presenter:
David Kernan.
Conductor:
Michael Tomalin
Conductor:
Grant Hossack.
Producer:
John Langridge
Source: Radio Times
23:00
Carols from the Chapter House


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 24th Dec 1989, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
of York Minster.
The Chapter House Choir conducted by Andrew Padmore.
Organist PHILIP MOORE. Introduced by Nick Page. Producer ANTONY ASKEW BBC North East

Contributors
Organist:
Andrew Padmore.
Organist:
Philip Moore.
Introduced By:
Nick Page.
Source: Radio Times
00:05
Colin Berry


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 00:05 on BBC Radio 2
Nightride Special

Source: Radio Times
03:00
Steve Madden


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
The Early Show

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 1 MONDAY DECEMBER 25TH 1989

05:00
Jakki Brambles


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BBC Radio 1
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 05:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
with a seasonal blend of music and humour.

Source: Radio Times
07:30
Nicky Campbell's Breakfast Show


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BBC Radio 1
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 07:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Jakki Brambles.
More music than you've got lights on your tree!

Contributors
Unknown:
Jakki Brambles.
Source: Radio Times
10:00
Simon Bates


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BBC Radio 1
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 10:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
easing you out of bed and into the turkey.
Including at 11.00
HM The Queen speaks to the Commonwealth.

Source: Radio Times
12:30
Newsbeat


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BBC Radio 1
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 12:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
12:35
Christmas Dinner with the DJs


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BBC Radio 1
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 12:35 on BBC Radio 1 England
The stars of Radio 1 with poems, puppets, performances, pudding and pandemonium.

Source: Radio Times
14:30
Tim Smith


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BBC Radio 1
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 14:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
16:00
Steve Wright's Christmas Special


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BBC Radio 1
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 16:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Live from Santa's house in Greenland, Christmas Island and down-town Nazareth (no it isn't!).

Source: Radio Times
18:30
McCartney on McCartney


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BBC Radio 1
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 18:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
The eight-part series in which Paul McCartney talks to Mike Read about his career.
1: Early Beginnings to 1962 (R)
(Part 2 tomorrow)

Contributors
Talks:
Paul McCartney
Unknown:
Mike Read
Source: Radio Times
19:30
The Christmas Concerts


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BBC Radio 1
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 19:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Elton John , recorded at Popular Creek, Chicago, on 17 September 1988. (R)

Contributors
Unknown:
Elton John
Source: Radio Times
20:30
Richard Skinner's CD Christmas Box Set


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BBC Radio 1
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 20:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Santa Skinner delivers digital delectation.

Contributors
Unknown:
Santa Skinner
Source: Radio Times
22:30
The Grotto Blaster


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BBC Radio 1
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 22:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Non-stop music through to Boxing Day.

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 MONDAY DECEMBER 25TH 1989

06:00
Chris Stuart


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 06:00 on BBC Radio 2
warmly wakens you with a wassail or two. Producer PAM cox

Source: Radio Times
08:00
Good Morning Christmas


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 08:00 on BBC Radio 2
Roger Royle will be meeting Santa Claus at his home in Lapland, talking to his elves and reflecting on the true meaning of Christmas. Producers MICHAEL WAKELIN JOHN NEWBURY, HILARY MAYO

Contributors
DJ:
Roger Royle
Guest:
Santa Claus
Producers:
Michael Wakelin, Hilary Mayo, and John Newbury
Source: Radio Times
10:00
The Queen


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 10:00 on BBC Radio 2
HM The Queen speaks to the Commonwealth

Source: Radio Times
10:10
Michael Aspel


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 10:10 on BBC Radio 2
A festive feast of family favourites.
Producer GEOFF MULLEN

Contributors
Producer:
Geoff Mullen
Source: Radio Times
12:30
Ken Dodd's Christmas Cracker


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 12:30 on BBC Radio 2
with Colin Edwynn Sybie Jones
Michael McClain Paula Tilbrook and David Ross. Music by the Brian Fitzgerald Trio. Writers EDDIE BRABEN , JOHN PYE. NORMAN BEEDLE. JOHN BROWN. RICHARD JONES and JEREMY BROWNE
Producer MIKE CRAIG BBC Manchester

Contributors
Unknown:
Colin Edwynn
Unknown:
Sybie Jones
Unknown:
Michael McClain
Unknown:
Paula Tilbrook
Unknown:
David Ross.
Unknown:
Brian Fitzgerald Trio.
Unknown:
Eddie Braben
Unknown:
John Pye.
Unknown:
Norman Beedle.
Unknown:
John Brown.
Unknown:
Richard Jones
Unknown:
Jeremy Browne
Producer:
Mike Craig
Source: Radio Times
13:00
I'm Sorry I'll Read That Again


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 13:00 on BBC Radio 2
The 25th anniversary of the Angus Prune Tune. With Tim Brooke-Taylor , John Cleese ,
Graeme Garden , David Hatch , Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie. Music by David Lee and the boys.
Writers GRAEME GARDEN BILL ODDIE. JO KENDALL and LIZZIE LORD
Producer RICHARD WILLCOX

Contributors
Unknown:
Tim Brooke-Taylor
Unknown:
John Cleese
Unknown:
Graeme Garden
Unknown:
David Hatch
Unknown:
Jo Kendall
Unknown:
Bill Oddie.
Music By:
David Lee
Unknown:
Jo Kendall
Producer:
Richard Willcox
Source: Radio Times
14:00
Angela Rippon


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 14:00 on BBC Radio 2
takes a look at
Christmas past with some surprising guests. Producer STUART HOBDAY BBC Bristol

Contributors
Producer:
Stuart Hobday
Source: Radio Times
This listing contains language that some may find offensive.

Show Listing
18:00
Christmas Glow


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 18:00 on BBC Radio 2
Alan Titchmarsh presents Cantabile and The Fairer Sax.
BBC Pebble Mill

Contributors
Presenter:
Alan Titchmarsh
Singers:
null Cantabile
Musicians:
The Fairer Sax
Producer:
David Corser
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Colm Wilkinson Special


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
The star of Les
Misérables, now playing in The Phantom of the Opera in Toronto, talks about his life.
Producer STELLA HANSON

Contributors
Producer:
Stella Hanson
Source: Radio Times
20:00
Be My Love


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 20:00 on BBC Radio 2
Mario Lanza died 30 years ago this year.
David Willmott traces his life story and plays his best recordings. Researcher
STEPHEN PATTINSON
Producer PHILIP HUGHES (R)

Contributors
Unknown:
Mario Lanza
Unknown:
David Willmott
Unknown:
Stephen Pattinson
Producer:
Philip Hughes
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Humphrey Lyttelton


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
His own selection of jazz. Producer TERRY CARTER

Contributors
Producer:
Terry Carter
Source: Radio Times
21:55
Sports Desk


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 21:55 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
22:00
Jazz Score


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
From the Hazlitt Theatre, Maidstone.
With Acker Bilk, Dick Charlesworth, Digby Fairweather and Ronnie Scott.

Contributors
Chairman:
Peter Clayton
Guest:
Acker Bilk
Guest:
Dick Charlesworth
Guest:
Digby Fairweather
Guest:
Ronnie Scott
Source: Radio Times
22:30
From the Film of the Same Name


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 22:30 on BBC Radio 2
with Dick Vosburgh and Kerry Shale

Contributors
Unknown:
Dick Vosburgh
Unknown:
Kerry Shale
Source: Radio Times
23:00
This Was Children In Need


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 25th Dec 1989, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
A look back at some of the highlights of this year's campaign.
Producer DAVID VERCOE

Contributors
Producer:
David Vercoe
Source: Radio Times
01:00
Alan Dedicoat


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 01:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents Nightride

Source: Radio Times
04:00
Steve Madden


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 04:00 on BBC Radio 2
The Early Show

Source: Radio Times

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BBC RADIO 1 TUESDAY DECEMBER 26TH 1989
05:00
Jakki Brambles


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 05:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Contributors
DJ:
Jakki Brambles
Source: Radio Times
07:30
Nicky Campbell's Breakfast Show


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 07:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Jakki Brambles

Contributors
Unknown:
Jakki Brambles
Source: Radio Times
10:00
Simon Bates


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 10:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
12:30
Newsbeat


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 12:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
12:35
Gary Davies


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 12:35 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
16:00
Mark Goodier's Instant Jukebox


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 16:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Ring [number removed]to hear the hit of your choice.

Source: Radio Times
18:30
McCartney on McCartney


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 18:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
2: Beatlemania 1963-5 (Part 3 tomorrow)

Source: Radio Times
19:30
The Christmas Concerts


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 19:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
60s Gold
Led Zeppelin, recorded at the Playhouse Theatre, London, on 27 June 1969. (Mono)

Source: Radio Times
20:30
John Peel's Festive 50


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 20:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
The year's favourite sessions, and Nos 30-21 in your Festive 50.

Source: Radio Times
22:30
Victor Lewis Smith's Christmas Message


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 22:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
And after Christmas - the bad taste!

Source: Radio Times
23:00
Bob Harris


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BBC Radio 1
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 23:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times

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BBC RADIO 2 TUESDAY DECEMBER 26TH 1989
07:00
Chris Stuart


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 07:00 on BBC Radio 2
with the best of seasonal sounds.

Source: Radio Times
09:05
Ken Bruce


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 09:05 on BBC Radio 2
with requests and dedications.

Source: Radio Times
11:00
Katie Boyle


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 11:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
13:05
The News Huddllnes Revue of the 80s


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 13:05 on BBC Radio 2
(Details as New Year's Eve at 2.00pm)

Source: Radio Times
14:00
Regional Variations (2)


Sport on 2 Boxing Day Special


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 14:00 on BBC Radio 2
with John Inverdale. Football: Barclays League coverage.
2.20 Racing with PETER BROMLEY. King George VI Chase at Kempton Park.
5.00 Classified Results and sports round-up. Editor MIKE LEWIS

Contributors
Unknown:
John Inverdale.
Unknown:
Peter Bromley.
Unknown:
King George Vi Chase
Unknown:
Kempton Park.
Editor:
Mike Lewis
Source: Radio Times
16:00
Gerald Harper


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 16:00 on BBC Radio 2
Champagne is the order of the day! Gerald goes to France to visit the people behind the celebration drink. Producer ROGER BOWMAN

Contributors
Producer:
Roger Bowman
Source: Radio Times
17:30
The Announcers' Challenge 11


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 17:30 on BBC Radio 2
... or The Newsreaders Strike Back
(Details as Radio 4 at 1.10pm)

Source: Radio Times
18:00
Mel Torme


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 18:00 on BBC Radio 2
celebrates 60 years as an entertainer, in conversation with Bob Sinfield.
Producer GRAHAM PASS

Contributors
Unknown:
Bob Sinfield.
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Steve Race Presents the Radio Orchestra Show


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
David Snell conducts the BBC Radio Orchestra led by MICHAEL TOMALIN. BBC Radio Strings conducted by Duncan Lamont.
Singer Norma Winstone With Martin Taylor (guitarist)
Producer RAY HARVEY

Contributors
Unknown:
Michael Tomalin.
Singer:
Duncan Lamont.
Singer:
Norma Winstone
Guitarist:
Martin Taylor
Producer:
Ray Harvey
Source: Radio Times
21:00
When Housewives Stuffed the Bird


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
Russell Davies calls up the ghost of Christmas past through the medium of Housewives' Choice.
Golden festive hits requested during the programme's early years are linked with jolly reflections on how
Christmas changed from the depths of rationing to the beginnings of plenty.
Compiled by RUSSELL DAVIES Producer
JONATHAN JAMES-MOORE (R)

Contributors
Unknown:
Russell Davies
Unknown:
Russell Davies
Producer:
Jonathan James-Moore
Source: Radio Times
21:55
Sports Desk


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 21:55 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
22:00
McKay the New


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
Michael Fenton-Stevens Denise Coffey
Jon Glover , John Grieve and Leni Harper join forces to prop up their crumbling Highland inheritance.
Written by MARK BURTON
JOHN O'FARRELL. GED PARSONS Producer neil CARGILL

Contributors
Unknown:
Michael Fenton-Stevens
Unknown:
Denise Coffey
Unknown:
Jon Glover
Unknown:
John Grieve
Unknown:
Leni Harper
Written By:
Mark Burton
Written By:
John O'Farrell.
Source: Radio Times
22:30
I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 22:30 on BBC Radio 2
The antidote to panel games. Chaired by Humphrey Lyttelton. With
Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer, Graeme Garden and Willy Rushton. Pianist Colin Sell.
Producer Paul Spencer (R)

Contributors
Chairman:
Humphrey Lyttelton
Panellist:
Tim Brooke-Taylor
Panellist:
Barry Cryer
Panellist:
Graeme Garden
Panellist:
Willy Rushton
Pianist:
Colin Sell
Producer:
Paul Spencer
Source: Radio Times
23:00
Ken Bruce


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BBC Radio 2
Tue 26th Dec 1989, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents
Hits of the Decade
Tonight wee Ken gets to stay up late for this spectacular of chart-toppers from the 80s - a ten-year pop-pickers' guide to the very best in Radio 2 music.
Producer GEOFF MULUN

Contributors
Producer:
Geoff Mulun
Source: Radio Times
01:00
Alan Dedicoat


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 01:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents Nightride

Source: Radio Times
04:00
Steve Madden


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 04:00 on BBC Radio 2
The Early Show eases your way from night to day.
Producers COLIN CHANDLER and GRAHAM PASS

Contributors
Producers:
Colin Chandler
Source: Radio Times

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BBC RADIO 1 WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 27TH 1989
05:00
Jakki Brambles


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BBC Radio 1
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 05:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
07:30
Nicky Campbell's Breakfast Show


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 07:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Jakki Brambles

Contributors
DJ:
Jakki Brambles
Source: Radio Times
10:00
Simon Bates


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BBC Radio 1
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 10:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
12:30
Newsbeat


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BBC Radio 1
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 12:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Simon Leach

Contributors
Unknown:
Simon Leach
Source: Radio Times
12:45
Gary Davies


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BBC Radio 1
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 12:45 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
16:00
Mark Goodier's Instant Jukebox


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BBC Radio 1
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 16:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Ring [number removed]to hear the hit of your choice.

Source: Radio Times
18:30
McCartney on McCartney


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BBC Radio 1
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 18:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
3: All You Need Is Love 1965-7
The Beatles' psychedelic period, up to their worldwide broadcast of All You Need Is Love. (Part 4 tomorrow)

Source: Radio Times
19:30
The Christmas Concerts


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BBC Radio 1
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 19:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
70s Gold
Queen, recorded at
Hammersmith Odeon on 24 December 1975.

Contributors
Unknown:
Hammersmith Odeon
Source: Radio Times
20:30
John Peel's Festive 50


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 20:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
The year's favourite sessions and Nos 20-11 in your Festive 50.

Source: Radio Times
22:30
Bob Harris


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BBC Radio 1
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 22:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 27TH 1989

07:05
David Allan


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 07:05 on BBC Radio 2
Don't be alarmed - let David wake you up. Producer PAM COX

Source: Radio Times
09:00
Ken Bruce


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 09:00 on BBC Radio 2
Forgotten that Christmas card?
Let Ken come to the rescue with requests and dedications.
WRITE to: [address removed]

Contributors
Producer:
Carolyn Smyth
Source: Radio Times
11:00
Joe Brown


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 11:00 on BBC Radio 2
A real Christmas knees-up with a selection of Joe's own favourites, including the Everly Brothers, the Coasters and Emmy Lou Harris.

Contributors
Presenter/Musician:
Joe Brown
Singer:
Emmylou Harris [billed as Emmy Lou Harris]
Singers:
The Everly Brothers
Musicians:
The Coasters
Producer:
John Gurnett
Producer:
Roger Bowman
Source: Radio Times
13:05
David Jacobs


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 13:05 on BBC Radio 2
with two hours of his kind of music.
Producer ANTHONY WILLS Plus at 1.45 the E50,000 Top Rank Christmas Hurdle Race
(2m) from Kempton Park.

Contributors
Unknown:
Kempton Park.
Source: Radio Times
15:00
Claire Rayner


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents her own blend of music and interesting guests. Producers COLIN MARTIN NEIL GEORGE PAUL NEWMAN and RUTH CUBBIN

Contributors
Producers:
Colin Martin
Producers:
Neil George
Producers:
Paul Newman
Producers:
Ruth Cubbin
Source: Radio Times
17:05
John Dunn


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 17:05 on BBC Radio 2
with music, interviews and the Mystery Voice competition.
Producers STELLA HANSON MADELEINE CUMING and SONIA BELDOM

Contributors
Producers:
Stella Hanson
Producers:
Madeleine Cuming
Producers:
Sonia Beldom
Source: Radio Times
18:45
*pm Sport and Classified Results


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 18:45 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Jim Lloyd


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
with Folk on 2. Tonight Jim picks some of your favourite moments from a very exciting year.
Pete Seeger looked back over his 70 years, Martin Carthy explored his musical roots, and Shirley and Dolly Collins chatted about their musical childhood. The Young Tradition
Award brought us fresh talent, while sadly some of the great figures in folk music passed away. Jim also includes some of the best from Folk on 2's concert festival and special studio recordings including
Pyewacket, Pete Morton and John Kirkpatrick. Producer GEOFFREY HEWITT BBC Pebble Mill

Contributors
Unknown:
Pete Seeger
Unknown:
Martin Carthy
Unknown:
Dolly Collins
Unknown:
Pete Morton
Unknown:
John Kirkpatrick.
Producer:
Geoffrey Hewitt
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Listen to the Band


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
Roy Newsome presents the first of two programmes from the 1989 Brass in Concert
Entertainment Contest at Spennymoor featuring the Yorkshire Imperial Band conducted by David Hirst and the CWS (Glasgow Band) conducted by Howard Snell.
Producer ANTONY ASKEW BBC North East

Contributors
Unknown:
Roy Newsome
Conducted By:
David Hirst
Conducted By:
Howard Snell.
Source: Radio Times
21:55
Sports Desk


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 21:55 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
22:00
Sports Report


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
Review of the Decade with Peter Jones. Sport in the 1980s Will the decade be remembered for achievement or controversy? Drugs, ID cards, violence, cheating, South Africa, tragedy and shamateurism: just some of the topics discussed with Seb Coe , Ian Botham ,
Tony Jacklin , John McEnroe and many more. Producer
PETER GRIFFITHS

Contributors
Unknown:
Peter Jones.
Unknown:
Seb Coe
Unknown:
Ian Botham
Unknown:
Tony Jacklin
Unknown:
John McEnroe
Unknown:
Peter Griffiths
Source: Radio Times
23:00
Brian Matthew


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BBC Radio 2
Wed 27th Dec 1989, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents Round Midnight
with music, and features on all aspects of the arts.

Contributors
Presenter:
Brian Matthew
Producer:
Richard Masters
Producer:
Flick Roskrow
Producer:
Fiona Baily
Source: Radio Times
01:00
Alan Dedicoat


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 01:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents Nightride

Contributors
Producer:
Paul Walters
Producer:
John Morrison
Producer:
Graham Belchere
Source: Radio Times
03:00
A Little Night Music


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
04:00
Steve Madden


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 04:00 on BBC Radio 2
The Early Show

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 1 THURSDAY DECEMBER 28TH 1989
05:00
Jakki Brambles


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BBC Radio 1
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 05:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
07:30
Nicky Campbell's Breakfast Show


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BBC Radio 1
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 07:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Jakki Brambles

Contributors
Unknown:
Jakki Brambles
Source: Radio Times
10:00
Simon Bates


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BBC Radio 1
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 10:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
12:30
Newsbeat


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BBC Radio 1
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 12:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Simon Leach

Contributors
Unknown:
Simon Leach
Source: Radio Times
12:45
Gary Davies


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BBC Radio 1
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 12:45 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
16:00
Mark Goodier's Instant Jukebox


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BBC Radio 1
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 16:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Ring [number removed]to hear the hit of your choice.

Source: Radio Times
18:30
McCartney on McCartney


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BBC Radio 1
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 18:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
4: Hello Goodbye 1967-70 Brian Epstein 's death demise of the Beatles. (Part 5 on New Year's Day)

Contributors
Unknown:
Brian Epstein
Source: Radio Times
19:30
The Christmas Concerts


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BBC Radio 1
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 19:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
80s Gold
The Police, recorded at Newcastle City Hall on 28 April 1980.

Source: Radio Times
20:30
John Peel's Festive 50


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BBC Radio 1
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 20:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
The year's favourite sessions and the Top Ten records in your Festive 50.

Source: Radio Times
22:30
Bob Harris


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BBC Radio 1
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 22:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 THURSDAY DECEMBER 28TH 1989

05:30
David Allan


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 05:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
06:45
Pause for Thought


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 06:45 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
07:30
Kenneth Wolstenholme


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 07:30 on BBC Radio 2
Producer BRIAN STEPHENS

Contributors
Producer:
Brian Stephens
Source: Radio Times
09:15
Pause for Thought


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 09:15 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
09:30
Ken Bruce


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 09:30 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
11:00
Jimmy Young


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 11:00 on BBC Radio 2
Producers JOHN GURNETT and ROGER BOWMAN

Contributors
Unknown:
Roger Bowman
Source: Radio Times
13:05
David Jacobs


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 13:05 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
14:00
Claire Rayner


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 14:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
15:30
Adrian Love


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 15:30 on BBC Radio 2
Producer SANDRA BLACK

Source: Radio Times
17:05
John Dunn


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 17:05 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
18:45
*pm Sport and Classified Results


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 18:45 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Wally Whyton


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
with the very best in country music.
Producer GEOFF MULLIN

Contributors
Producer:
Geoff Mullin
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Paul Jones


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
Vintage rhythm and blues, the best of the new releases and a studio session from the recently re-formed Blodwyn Pig.
Producer DAVE SHANNON BBC Manchester

Contributors
Producer:
Dave Shannon
Source: Radio Times
21:55
Sports Desk


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 21:55 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
22:00
Pull the Other One!


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
A radio happening in which David Frost astonishes Ken Dodd
Bernie Clifton and Frank Carson.
Devised and researched by ANDREW PALMER and NELL BRENNAN
Producer EDWARD TAYLOR (R)

Contributors
Unknown:
David Frost
Unknown:
Ken Dodd
Unknown:
Bernie Clifton
Unknown:
Frank Carson.
Unknown:
Andrew Palmer
Producer:
Edward Taylor
Source: Radio Times
22:30
Fletcher's Friends


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 22:30 on BBC Radio 2
Cyril Fletcher recalls some of the stars he worked with a few years ago. This week he savours some magic moments on stage and off with Sid Field and George Formby.
At the piano COLIN SELL Researcher MICHAEL POINTON Producer EDWARD TAYLOR (R)

Contributors
Unknown:
Cyril Fletcher
Unknown:
Sid Field
Unknown:
George Formby.
Unknown:
Michael Pointon
Producer:
Edward Taylor
Source: Radio Times
23:00
Brian Matthew


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BBC Radio 2
Thu 28th Dec 1989, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
with Round Midnight

Source: Radio Times
01:00
Alan Dedicoat


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 01:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents Nightride

Source: Radio Times
03:00
A Little Night Music


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
04:00
Steve Madden


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 04:00 on BBC Radio 2
The Early Show eases your way from night to day.

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 1 FRIDAY DECEMBER 29TH 1989

05:00
Jakki Brambles

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BBC Radio 1
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 05:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
07:30
Nicky Campbell's Breakfast Show


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BBC Radio 1
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 07:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Jakki Brambles

Contributors
Unknown:
Jakki Brambles
Source: Radio Times
10:00
Simon Bates


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BBC Radio 1
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 10:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
12:30
Newsbeat


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BBC Radio 1
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 12:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Simon Leach

Contributors
Unknown:
Simon Leach
Source: Radio Times
12:45
Gary Davies


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BBC Radio 1
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 12:45 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
16:00
The Top 50 of 1989


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BBC Radio 1
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 16:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Soul n Soul, Black Box , Jive Bunny,
Lisa Stansfield , Kylie, Bros and many others all have a good chance of featuring in this chart of the year. You're bound to hear your favourites, as Mark Goodier unveils the annual chart of the 1980s.
Producer JO-ANNE NADLER

Contributors
Unknown:
Black Box
Unknown:
Lisa Stansfield
Unknown:
Mark Goodier
Producer:
Jo-Anne Nadler
Source: Radio Times
18:30
Jeff Young's End of Year Special


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BBC Radio 1
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 18:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
The Big Beat, featuring Jazzie B of Soul II Soul - one of the year's most influential dance acts. Producer MIKE HAWKES

Contributors
Unknown:
Jazzie B
Producer:
Mike Hawkes
Source: Radio Times
21:00
The Christmas Concerts


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BBC Radio 1
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 21:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Betty Wright , recorded at the Hammersmith Odeon on 21 October 1989.

Contributors
Unknown:
Betty Wright
Source: Radio Times
22:00
The Friday Rock Show


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BBC Radio 1
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 22:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Tommy Vance. Heavy rock and metal mayhem.

Contributors
Unknown:
Tommy Vance.
Source: Radio Times
00:00
The Rankin' Miss P


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BBC Radio 1
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 00:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 2 FRIDAY DECEMBER 29TH 1989

05:30
David Allan


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 05:30 on BBC Radio 2
Don't be alarmed, let David wake you up.
6.45 Pause for Thought

Source: Radio Times
07:30
Kenneth Wolstenholme


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 07:30 on BBC Radio 2
Soccer commentator in transfer shock! Joins Radio 2 for undisclosed sum. (Actually it's two croissants and a cup of tea.)
Producer BRIAN STEPHENS

Contributors
Producer:
Brian Stephens
Source: Radio Times
09:15
Pause for Thought


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 09:15 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
09:30
Ken Bruce


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 09:30 on BBC Radio 2
0 REQUESTS AND DEDICATIONS
Write to: Ken Bruce , BBC
Radio 2, London WL4 4WW

Contributors
Unknown:
Ken Bruce
Source: Radio Times
11:00
Jimmy Young


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 11:00 on BBC Radio 2
talking to the people who make the news.

Source: Radio Times
13:05
David Jacobs


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 13:05 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
14:00
Claire Rayner


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 14:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
15:30
Adrian Love


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 15:30 on BBC Radio 2
All you need is Love, and he's here with some great music for the afternoon.

Source: Radio Times
17:05
John Dunn


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 17:05 on BBC Radio 2
with music, interviews and the Mystery Voice competition.

Source: Radio Times
18:45
Sport and Classified Results


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 18:45 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Jane Powell


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
Chris Ellis remembers a great entertainer. Producer GRAHAM PASS

Contributors
Unknown:
Chris Ellis
Source: Radio Times
19:30
Friday Night Is Music Night


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 19:30 on BBC Radio 2
Recorded at the Hippodrome, Golders Green, London.
BBC Concert Orchestra led by MARTIN LOVEDAY conducted by Robin Stapleton. Friday Night's star singers
Leontina Vaduva and Jorge Antonio Pita with the John McCarthy Singers and the Fairer Sax. Introduced by Alan Curtis. Producer
DAVID RAYVERN ALLEN

Contributors
Unknown:
Martin Loveday
Conducted By:
Robin Stapleton.
Singers:
Leontina Vaduva
Singers:
Jorge Antonio Pita
Singers:
John McCarthy
Unknown:
Fairer Sax.
Introduced By:
Alan Curtis.
Unknown:
David Rayvern Allen
Source: Radio Times
20:45
Joshua Rifkin


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 20:45 on BBC Radio 2
... at the piano.
Producer JOHN LANGRIDGE

Contributors
Producer:
John Langridge
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Nigel Ogden


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
The Organist Entertains with music, news and views from the popular organ world.
Producer BOB MCDOWALL BBC Manchester

Contributors
Producer:
Bob McDowall
Source: Radio Times
21:55
Sports Desk


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 21:55 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
22:00
The Golden Years


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 22:00 on BBC Radio 2
Compiled and presented by Alan Keith.
Producer BRIDGET APPS

Contributors
Presented By:
Alan Keith.
Source: Radio Times
22:30
Living with Betty


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 22:30 on BBC Radio 2
The last in the series, starring and With and Producer MIKE CRAIG BBC Manchester

Contributors
Producer:
Mike Craig
Betty:
Barbara Windsor
Harold:
Peter Sallis
Bill:
Glynn Edwards
Muriel:
Rosalind Knight
Trevor:
Simon Molloy
Katherine:
Diana Mather
Beryl:
Julie Higginson
Kevin:
Colin Edwynn
Source: Radio Times
23:00
Peter Dickson


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BBC Radio 2
Fri 29th Dec 1989, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents the last in the series of Nightcap.
The best comedy, the best guests, the best music, in a live two-hour extravaganza.
Producers JON MAGNUSSON and TIM STURGEON

Contributors
Producers:
Jon Magnusson
Source: Radio Times
01:00
Colin Berry


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 01:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents Nightride.
It's the ideal antidote to drowsiness and the perfect cure for insomnia.

Source: Radio Times
03:00
A Little Night Music


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
Light music for the darkest hour.
Producer ANTHONY WILLS

Contributors
Producer:
Anthony Wills
Source: Radio Times
04:00
Dave Bussey


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 04:00 on BBC Radio 2
The Early Show

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

bbc radio 1 saturday december 30th 1989

05:00
Tim Smith


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BBC Radio 1
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 05:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
The weekend world wakes up on Radio 1. Producer SUE FOSTER

Source: Radio Times
07:00
Bruno Brookes Breakfast Show


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BBC Radio 1
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 07:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Liz Kershaw.
Don't just lie there - turn on the radio! Producer PHIL ROSS

Contributors
Unknown:
Liz Kershaw.
Producer:
Phil Ross
Source: Radio Times
10:00
Dave Lee Travis


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BBC Radio 1
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 10:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
with darts, daftness and dynamic music. Producers mick WILKOJC and JO- ANNE NADLER

Contributors
Unknown:
Anne Nadler
Source: Radio Times
13:00
Adrian Juste


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BBC Radio 1
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 13:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
with his music and madness.
Producer MALCOLM BROWN

Contributors
Producer:
Malcolm Brown
Source: Radio Times
15:00
The Saturday Sequence


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BBC Radio 1
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 15:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Albums of the Decade Richard Skinner presents a countdown of the best LPs of the 80s, voted for by the listeners to the programme.

Contributors
Unknown:
Richard Skinner
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Robbie Vincent's Creme de la Creme of 1989


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BBC Radio 1
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 19:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Part 2
Producer MIKE HAWKES

Contributors
Producer:
Mike Hawkes
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Andy Peebles Soul Train


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BBC Radio 1
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 21:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Classic soul from the archives and the best of the new releases, plus
The Quiet Storm.
Producer MIKE HAWKES

Contributors
Producer:
Mike Hawkes
Source: Radio Times
23:00
The Saturday Rock Show


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BBC Radio 1
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 23:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Presented by Alan 'Fluff' Freeman Rock in classic style. Producer TONY WILSON

Contributors
Producer:
Tony Wilson

[darren]

bbc radio 2 saturday december 30th 1989

06:00
Graham Knight


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 06:00 on BBC Radio 2
The Saturday Show Producer JANE WARD BBC Pebble Mill

Source: Radio Times
08:05
David Jacobs


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 08:05 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
09:00
Sounds of the 60s


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 09:00 on BBC Radio 2
For the last time in this present series Jimmy Tarbuck takes up his role as guardian of all our yesterdays and plays records by the Equals, Jose Feliciano, P. P. Arnold and Bob Dylan.
Producer STUART HOBDAY

Contributors
Unknown:
Jimmy Tarbuck
Unknown:
Jose Feliciano
Unknown:
P. P. Arnold
Unknown:
Bob Dylan.
Producer:
Stuart Hobday
Source: Radio Times
10:00
Anna Raeburn


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 10:00 on BBC Radio 2
By popular demand,
Miss Raeburn returns for one more show. Next week - Annie's back! Producer GEOFF mulun

Source: Radio Times
12:00
Gerald Harper


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 12:00 on BBC Radio 2
Producer ROGER BOWMAN
1.00pm-7.00 No FM service available. Re-tune to MW

Contributors
Producer:
Roger Bowman
Source: Radio Times
13:00
Pull the Other One


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 13:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
13:30
Sport on 2


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 13:30 on BBC Radio 2
0 See panel below

Source: Radio Times
18:00
Cinema 2


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 18:00 on BBC Radio 2
with Charles Nove Producer ANDY ALJFFE

Contributors
Unknown:
Charles Nove
Producer:
Andy Aljffe
Source: Radio Times
18:30
A Decade of Sport


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 18:30 on BBC Radio 2
Quizmaster Peter Jones. A light-hearted quiz based on sport in the 80s, with Gary Lineker Steve Cram
Peter Scudamore and Bob Willis. Team captains Ian Darke and John Inverdale.
Referee AUDREY ADAMS Producer GILL PULSFORD

Contributors
Unknown:
Peter Jones.
Unknown:
Gary Lineker
Unknown:
Steve Cram
Unknown:
Peter Scudamore
Unknown:
Bob Willis.
Unknown:
Ian Darke
Unknown:
John Inverdale.
Unknown:
Audrey Adams
Producer:
Gill Pulsford
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Beat the Record


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
More musical conundrums set by Keith Fordyce.

Contributors
Unknown:
Keith Fordyce.
Source: Radio Times
19:30
Saturday Gala Night


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 19:30 on BBC Radio 2
The International Johann Strauss.
Dr Eduard Strauss presents a programme devoted mainly to music by his illustrious ancestor Johann Strauss (son) and other members of his family.
BBC Concert Orchestra led by CYNTHIA FLEMING conducted by Nicholas Cleobury. Guest singers
Marilyn Hill Smith and John Brecknock
ScriptassociatePETERKEMP Producer TIM MCDONALD

Contributors
Unknown:
Johann Strauss.
Unknown:
Dr Eduard Strauss
Unknown:
Johann Strauss
Unknown:
Cynthia Fleming
Conducted By:
Nicholas Cleobury.
Singers:
Marilyn Hill Smith
Singers:
John Brecknock
Producer:
Tim McDonald
Source: Radio Times
21:30
String Sound


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 21:30 on BBC Radio 2
BBC Radio Orchestra led by MICHAEL TOMALIN conducted by Gordon Langford. Presented by Hilary Osborn.
Producer ROBIN SEDGELY

Contributors
Unknown:
Michael Tomalin
Conducted By:
Gordon Langford.
Presented By:
Hilary Osborn.
Producer:
Robin Sedgely
Source: Radio Times
22:05
Martin Kelner


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BBC Radio 2
Sat 30th Dec 1989, 22:05 on BBC Radio 2
'I'll put on the old 45s ...'

Contributors
Producer:
Bob McDowall
Source: Radio Times
00:05
Night Owls


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 00:05 on BBC Radio 2
with Dave Gelly
Producer BARBARA PAGE

Contributors
Unknown:
Dave Gelly
Producer:
Barbara Page
Source: Radio Times
01:00
Ellis Hill


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 01:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents Nightride

Source: Radio Times
03:00
A Little Night Music


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
04:00
David Allan


BBC Radio 2 logo
BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 04:00 on BBC Radio 2
The Early Show eases your way from night to day.

Source: Radio Times

[darren]

BBC RADIO 1 SUNDAY DECEMBER 31ST 1989

05:00
Tim Smith


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 05:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
07:00
Bruno Brookes Breakfast Show


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 07:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Liz Kershaw

Contributors
Unknown:
Liz Kershaw
Source: Radio Times
09:30
Dave Lee Travis


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 09:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Source: Radio Times
12:30
Pick of the Pops


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BBC Radio 1
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 12:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Alan Freeman with the Top 20 charts of 1966, 1976 and 1984. Producer PHIL SWERN

Contributors
Unknown:
Alan Freeman
Producer:
Phil Swern
Source: Radio Times
15:00
The Newsbeat Review of 1989


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BBC Radio 1
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 15:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
As the Iron Curtain started to come down across Europe, the iron fist came down on Tiananmen Square. The people of Liverpool were stunned by another soccer tragedy; while the Prime Minister and her Chancellor fell out over money. And, of course, Elvis Presley was found alive and well, cleaning windows in Lancashire....
Researcher BEVERLEY PURCELL Producer IAN PARKINSON

Contributors
Unknown:
Elvis Presley
Unknown:
Beverley Purcell
Producer:
Ian Parkinson
Source: Radio Times
16:00
Pop Brain of Britain


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BBC Radio 1
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 16:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Mike Read presides over a quiz between Britain's four top Pop Brains. Producer JOHN LEONARD BBC Manchester

Contributors
Producer:
John Leonard
Source: Radio Times
17:00
Top 40


BBC Radio 1 logo
BBC Radio 1
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 17:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
with Bruno Brookes Producer JO-ANNE NADLER

Contributors
Unknown:
Bruno Brookes
Producer:
Jo-Anne Nadler
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Delbert Wilkins' New Year's Eve Jam


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BBC Radio 1
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 19:00 on BBC Radio 1 England
Delbert and Winston search for fun, funk and a slip-road off the M25 to find the last acid house party of the 80s.
Written by ANDREW HAY and STAN NICKOLDS
Producer KEVIN HOWLETT

Contributors
Written By:
Andrew Hay
Producer:
Kevin Howlett
Source: Radio Times
20:30
Anne Nightingale


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BBC Radio 1
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 20:30 on BBC Radio 1 England
Contributors
DJ:
Anne Nightingale
Source: Radio Times
23:45
U2 Direct from Dublin


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BBC Radio 1
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 23:45 on BBC Radio 1 England
Producer JEFF GRIFFIN

Contributors
Producer:
Jeff Griffin
Source: Radio Times

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BBC RADIO 2 SUNDAY DECEMBER 31ST 1989

06:00
Graham Knight


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 06:00 on BBC Radio 2
The Sunday Show

Source: Radio Times
07:30
Roger Royle


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 07:30 on BBC Radio 2
presents the best of Good Morning Sunday from 1989. His guests include
Dame Kiri Te Kanawa , Bobby Ball , Dr Billy Graham and Lord Tonypandy. He takes you back to some of the places he's visited, including Jerusalem and Lourdes, and meets the winner of the programme's Listener of the Year competition. Producer CAROLINE DONNE

Contributors
Unknown:
Dame Kiri Te Kanawa
Unknown:
Bobby Ball
Unknown:
Dr Billy Graham
Producer:
Caroline Donne
Source: Radio Times
09:05
Melodies for You


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 09:05 on BBC Radio 2
Introduced by Richard Baker
BBC Concert Orchestra led by MARTIN LOVEDAY conducted by Michael Reed.
Producer ALAN BOYD

Contributors
Introduced By:
Richard Baker
Unknown:
Martin Loveday
Conducted By:
Michael Reed.
Producer:
Alan Boyd
Source: Radio Times
11:00
Desmond Carrington


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 11:00 on BBC Radio 2
Radio 2 All-Time Greats Producer ROYSTON HERBERT

Contributors
Producer:
Royston Herbert
Source: Radio Times
14:00
The News Huddllnes Revue of the 80s


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 14:00 on BBC Radio 2
Starring Roy Hudd June Whitfield and Chris Emmett.
The funniest sketches, the cleverest and most poignant songs, all hand-picked from over 200 editions and specially rerecorded. Music by the PETER MOSS BIG BAND. Written by CHARLIE ADAMS , GEOFFREY ATKINSON , MARTIN BOOTH, MARK BRISENDEN , SIMON BULLIVANT ,
MIKE COLEMAN. PAUL B DA VIES, MICHAEL DINES, BOB GRANT, ANDY HAMILTON. TONY HARE , PETER HICKEY ,
ROBERT LINFORD , DOUG NAYLOR , GED
PARSONS, NICK REVELL , LAURIE ROWLEY. STUART SILVER, OLEH STEPANIUK, TONY WHEATLEY , ALAN WHITING and MALCOLM WILLIAMSON.
Researched and compiled by CHRIS EMMETT
Producer DIRK MAGGS

Contributors
Unknown:
Roy Hudd
Unknown:
June Whitfield
Unknown:
Chris Emmett.
Unknown:
Peter Moss
Written By:
Charlie Adams
Written By:
Geoffrey Atkinson
Unknown:
Mark Brisenden
Unknown:
Simon Bullivant
Unknown:
Mike Coleman.
Unknown:
Andy Hamilton.
Unknown:
Tony Hare
Unknown:
Peter Hickey
Unknown:
Robert Linford
Unknown:
Doug Naylor
Unknown:
Nick Revell
Unknown:
Laurie Rowley.
Unknown:
Tony Wheatley
Unknown:
Alan Whiting
Unknown:
Malcolm Williamson.
Unknown:
Chris Emmett
Producer:
Dirk Maggs
Source: Radio Times
15:00
Bob Holness


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2
invites you to join him and enjoy the music of a select company of friends on record. Producer GRAHAM PASS

Source: Radio Times
16:30
Sing Something Simple


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 16:30 on BBC Radio 2
with the Cliff Adams Singers and the Jack Emblow Quartet.
Producer PAUL NEWMAN

Contributors
Singers:
Cliff Adams
Producer:
Paul Newman
Source: Radio Times
17:00
Charlie Chester


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 17:00 on BBC Radio 2
Sunday Soapbox
Producer DAVID WELSBY

Contributors
Producer:
David Welsby
Source: Radio Times
19:00
Gorham and Swift


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 19:00 on BBC Radio 2
(Details as Friday 10.30pm)

Source: Radio Times
19:30
Dennis O'Neill


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 19:30 on BBC Radio 2
With a personal choice of melodies by the masters.
Producer MARK OWEN

Source: Radio Times
20:30
Sunday Half-Hour


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 20:30 on BBC Radio 2
Introduced by Roger Royle
from John Willmott Comprehensive School, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands.
See amid the winter's snow; Lord Jesus Christ; Gaudete Christus est natus; Fill your hearts with joy and gladness; How brightly shines the morning star; Good King Wenceslas; A New Year Carol; O Christ the same.
BBC Pebble Mill

Contributors
Introduced by:
Roger Royle
Piano:
Martin Bates
Director of music:
Jeffrey Skidmore
Source: Radio Times
21:00
Your Hundred Best Tunes


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 21:00 on BBC Radio 2
with Alan Keith
Producer BRIDGET APPS

Contributors
Unknown:
Alan Keith
Producer:
Bridget Apps
Source: Radio Times
22:05
Thora Hird


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 22:05 on BBC Radio 2
The penultimate programme of the decade in which Thora endeavours to please everybody with a selection of records, from classics, comedy and country to Gilbert and Sullivan and pop. Producer PAUL WALTERS

Contributors
Producer:
Paul Walters
Source: Radio Times
23:00
Chris Stuart


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 23:00 on BBC Radio 2
Don't be on your own tonight. Let Chris keep you company into the New Year with some lovely music and memories.

Source: Radio Times
23:59
Big Ben


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BBC Radio 2
Sun 31st Dec 1989, 23:59 on BBC Radio 2
Source: Radio Times
02:00
Ellis Hill


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BBC Radio 2
Mon 1st Jan 1990, 02:00 on BBC Radio 2
presents Nightride

Source: Radio Times