The album of the week is Chris De Burgh's Footsteps 2, there's a comedy tune just before 6am and local vinyl expert Dave Hawkins chooses this week’s Tracks of My Years. Show more
Stuart George and Katy O'Regan
Revealing the best (and worst) places to raise a family
3 hours
on BBC Radio Stoke
We look at a new survey pinpointing the best places to bring up children and find out if council spending cuts have cast a Scrooge-like shadow over Christmas plans in Staffordshire and Cheshire!
Stuart wonders if what's lacking in Britain at the moment isn't money, but confidence? How confident are you about life at the moment, and what can you change to make things better? Show more
Paula gets tips on home and personal security with TV handyman Tommy Walsh, and some winter fashion tips with celebrity stylist Helen Boyle. Show more
Tim Wedgwood brings you news and sport, the Race Against Drivetime quiz and great music.
Marie brings you brand new music from Jeff Bridges, Betty Soo and Jace Everett alongside classics from the likes of Gene Autry and Jerry Lee Lewis.
Ajmal Hussain presents the music and talk show for South Asian listeners.
The ideal end to your day. Join the conversation on 0370 143 1333 (national rate). Show more
BBC Stoke joins BBC Radio 5 live.
