Main content
Sorry, this episode is not currently available

04/01/2012

Afternoon chat with Mel Giedroyc.

1 hour

Last on

Wed 4 Jan 2012 16:00

Chapters

  • 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 16:00