Dickie Henderson recalls the impact of two influential and much-loved shows - 'Band Waggon' and 'ITMA'. From January 1979.

Dickie Henderson presents the story of radio comedy during the Second World War - and beyond. From January 1979.

Dickie Henderson looks at 'shows that tell a story', including 'Life With The Lyons' and 'The Navy Lark'. From January 1979.

Dickie Henderson wonders if radio comedy really needs an audience. With Joyce Grenfell and Douglas Adams. From January 1979.

Bernard Cribbins celebrates the likes of Muir and Norden, who put the words in the mouths of performers. From February 1979.

Barry Took examines the impact of the Footlights on radio comedy. Including 'I'm Sorry I'll Read That Again. From February 1979.

Barry Took reveals how not all radio laughs were carefully scripted, thanks to panel games and quizzes. From March 1979.

Bernard Cribbins celebrates the work of Spike Milligan, Harry Secombe, Peter Sellers and Michael Bentine. From February 1979.

Dickie Henderson starts the story of radio comedy, with the stars dating back to its crystal set origins.

Dickie Henderson looks at the history of Music Hall with stars such as Cyril Fletcher, Arthur Askey, Billy Cotton and Will Hay.

Barry Took profiles radio's comedians, including Ken Dodd, Morecambe and Wise, Roy Hudd and Frankie Howerd. From March 1979.