Matt White brings you news, music and chat to start the day.
The latest from South Africa as Oscar Pistorious appears in court for a second time and reaction from Old Trafford to last night's FA Cup match between Manchester United and Reading.
Sam speaks to a man from Gorton about his battle with alcoholism and gets some tips on how to prepare mentally for her abseil on Sunday.
Salford’s Graham Gouldman, of 10cc fame, tells Becky all about an acoustic tour.
Steve Saul sits in. Pablo Fanque was the first black man in Britain to run his own circus and he's been remembered at Manchester's Museum of Science and Industry.
Sport at Six - Manchester City
Is Roberto Mancini's job under threat in the summer
1 hour on BBC Radio Manchester
Ian Cheeseman and former City player Paul Lake ask if Roberto Mancini's job is under threat.
Coverage of Derby County v Bolton Wanderers. Kick-off at 8pm.
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