04/01/2012
Afternoon chat with Mel Giedroyc.
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Francesca Bite 3
Another slice of the life and career of Francesca Simon, author of our story this week, Horrid Henry. Today, Francesca reveals why she dreamed of being an only child.
Duration: 03:08
Whisky Galore
Mel hears the story of the SS Politician which sank off the island of Eriskay with its huge cargo of whisky. Alasdair Macleod is a diver who has explored the wreck.
Duration: 05:44
Inheritance Tracks
Our weekly pick from the archives of Saturday Live's Inheritance Tracks. Today, singer- songwriter and composer, Randy Newman, chooses his two pieces of music.
Duration: 07:01
Navy Knickers and Gymslips
Stories of first loves and schoolgirl crushes and blushes. Oh, the cruelty of the school dance when the boy you fancy passes you by...
Duration: 07:17
The Chocolate Man
William Curley is a chocolatier - basically, he makes yummy things out of chocolate. He shows Edi Stark around his chocolate-soaked shop in London.
Duration: 06:45
Daily Dalek Reveal
Today's Daily Dalek is one of the funniest and most versatile actresses around. She used to be in a double act with another comedienne, and she once played a woman called Rita...
Duration: 07:49
Horrid Henry Episode 3
The third part of our story, Horrid Henry, by Francesca Simon. What a surprise - Henry just won't eat his vegetables. But his plan to avoid them goes horribly wrong. Read by Sean Connolly.
Duration: 16:06
Broadcast
- Wed 4 Jan 2012 16:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra