As board games become popular again we have our own Scrabble challenge in the studio plus Kevin Fitzpatrick's news review of the year at 0900.
Amy Clowes asks for your personal highlights of 2012 plus live music from local singer/songwriter Claire Mooney.
Michelle Daniel previews the New Year's Eve Gala at the Bridgewater Hall plus looks ahead to 2013 in Greater Manchester.
Jimmy Wagg reviews the sporting year with Pete Spencer, Sports Editor of the Manchester Evening News.
Best Football Commentary Ever: Celebrating the opening of the National Football Museum. Show more
Great evening music for your New Year's Eve as we edge closer to the big day.
Join Mike as he brings you all the party songs you need to welcome in New Year's Day 2013.
BBC Radio Manchester joins BBC Radio 5 live.