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Featuring journalist and broadcaster Jeremy Paxman

Simon Mayo spoke to journalist and author Jeremy Paxman about his latest book on the First World War and how he will miss Newsnight after he stands down at the end of the month.

Simon Mayo was joined by a giant of journalism, Jeremy Paxman, who spoke about his latest book on the First World War. Ladybird Book enthusiast, Helen Day, brought back memories of the Janet and John stories, there was a stomach churning Confession from listener Biff and Matt's big sporting guest was Petter Solberg, Norwegian professional rally and rallycross driver. Rebecca spoke to David Hunter from Schneider Electric about the National Grid getting big Companies to stop running in times of energy shortage and Sylvia Waycot, Editor of Moneyfacts after Supermarket chain Tesco launches a current account. Peter Fielding answered the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔwork Sucks question on Escalator speeds whilst Sally Traffic kept us updated with all the latest Travel News.

1 hour, 55 minutes

Last on

Tue 10 Jun 2014 17:05
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 2

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Music Played

  • George Benson

    On Broadway

  • Cher

    Love & Understanding

    • (CD Single).
    • Geffen.

  • Sharon Corr

    Take A Minute

    • (CD Single).
    • Bobbyjean.
    • 001.

  • Eurythmics & Aretha Franklin

    Sisters Are Doin' It For Themselves

    • Duets - 36 Of The World's Greatest Ev.
    • Telstar.

  • Hothouse Flowers

    Don't Go

    • Emerald Rock (Various Artists).
    • Polygram Tv.

  • Carole King

    It's Too Late

    • Carole King - Tapestry.
    • Epic.

  • Paolo Nutini

    Let Me Down Easy

    • Caustic Love.
    • Atlantic.
    • 001.

  • Billy Ocean

    When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get Going

    • Billy Ocean - Love Is For Ever (L.I.F.
    • Jive.

  • Tom Petty

    I Won't Back Down

    • Tom Petty - Anthology.
    • MCA.

  • The Pierces

    Kings

    • (CD Single).
    • Polydor.
    • 001.

  • Gregory Porter

    No Love Dying

    • Liquid Spirit.
    • Blue Note.
    • 001.

  • Cliff Richard

    Miss You Nights

    • Cliff Richard - 40 Golden Greats.
    • EMI.

  • The Undertones

    My Perfect Cousin

    • The Undertones - Teenage Kicks.
    • Castle.

Broadcast

  • Tue 10 Jun 2014 17:05
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 2