Shourjo starts your day with news headlines, business, sport and music.

Alison and Phil talk to local comedian Steve Coogan about his new autobiography, Easily Distracted, and the Manchester comedy scene that he was part of in the 1990s.

Mike hosts a discussion about how you can avoid being lonely over the Christmas holidays.

Becky speaks to Torvill and Dean about their roles in the Christmas show Cinderella at the Opera House in Manchester.

Sam has the latest on the investment at Manchester Airport plus reaction from the Bolton Wanderers Supporters' Club on the financial issues the club is suffering.

Jack Dearden discusses what happens next to Bolton Wanderers after being served with a winding-up petition over unpaid tax.

Georgey celebrates Panto Day and looks for Hollywood celebrities in surprising venues plus meets the parking angels who warn you when a traffic warden is going to book you.

Richard rewinds to December 1965 with tracks from Marvin Gaye, Gladys Knight and The Miracles plus a some non-stop oldies which are some of the most popular rarities of all time.

Juanita Yau brings you a round-up of Chinese news.

BBC Radio Manchester joins BBC Radio 5 live.