Including at 6.15 Pause for Thought with Lalitavera.

At 9.15 Pause for Thought with the Rev Roger Royle.

Martin Lewis gives advice on what to tell children about money.

3/4. Paul Gambaccini recalls the life and music of soul giant Sam Cooke , who died in mysterious circumstances
40 years ago. Cooke's smooth, gospel-inspired pop vocals appealed equally to white and black audiences in hits like You
Send Me, Wonderful World,
Cupid, Twistin'the Night Away and A Change /s Gonna Come. Having a Party
A look at Cooke's control of a studio, his live performances and his huge financial power.

Featuring the BBC Concert
Orchestra with special guest singer Clare Teal , live from
London's Mermaid Theatre.
Presented by Helen Mayhew.

Actor Dougray Scott reads an abridged version of Wilkie Colllins 's atmospheric and convoluted gothic thriller.
2/8. Walter is now teaching two women, one of whom spookily resembles the "Woman in White".
Abridged by Paul Kent

A festive session in which Gary Cutt conducts the Leyland Band.

Mariella Frostrupwith arts news, including a preview of upcoming seasonal events around the UK.
Go to www.radiotimes.com today for guest details

And at 2.30am Pause for Thought with Alison Murdoch.
3.00 AM Janey Lee Grace