Vanessa asks about the items you've personalised, from cars to cardigans, arms to armchairs. 'Syllabub' is the Word of the Day, and Robin Oxford is the Jolly Good Fellow. Show more
The St Lawrence Chobham Handbell Ringers help Chris get festive by playing live in the studio, and the Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams delivers his last Pause for Thought. Show more
Neil Diamond picks two more of his all-time favourite tracks, which means an oldie from Simon and Garfunkel and a seasonal recording of his own. Plus there's the PopMaster quiz. Show more
Jeremy presents news, views and live guests.
Steve Wright in the Afternoon
The stars of The Hobbit and actor Toby Jones
2 hours, 57 minutes
on BBC Radio 2
Steve chats to the stars of movie blockbuster The Hobbit and actor Toby Jones. Plus more fascinating Factoids, half an hour of Non-Stop Oldies and the latest showbiz news. Show more
Simon is joined by Paloma Faith for another festive music session, plus there's a new Confession and all the sport, money and travel news. Show more
Jamie is joined by British singer and pianist Natalie Duncan live on the show. The two perform live songs and prepare us for the run up to Christmas. Show more
Jo presents her evening show with a mix of new music and classic album tracks, and features some of the best sessions from 2012. Show more
Nigel Ogden presents a programme of popular Christmas organ recordings with some entertaining pieces from the organ world.
Music in the Air - History of Music Radio
Episode 6: It Always Brought Such Comfort
57 minutes
on BBC Radio 2
Paul Gambaccini concludes his six-part history of music radio in the UK and USA. The final programme traces developments from the early 90s to now. Show more
Mark dips into his record box for another selection of cult classics and new treats. This week that means music from Darlene Love, the Raveonettes and Jethro Tull. Show more
Great music and top chat after dark, with a spoken word session from Newcastle singer-songwriter Martin Stephen, indie classics and more unusual tracks in Tunes of the Unexpected. Show more
Another slice of inspired daftness and great music to keep you happy through the night. More from Album and Record of the Week, plus Lester's and Listener's Library song choices. Show more
