Pirate Radio Four

Pirate Radio Four was a magazine show broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 1985-6. Part of the station's drive to attract younger listeners, it was broadcast during the mornings in the school summer holidays and was aimed at children of about 8-14 years old. It also had a sister programme, Cat's Whiskers, aimed at younger listeners.

Related Topics:
BBC Radio 4 - 1985 - 6 - Cat's Whiskers

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The show was particularly noted for featuring a new Doctor Who serial, Slipback, during its first run, and also featured regular appearances by Sue Townsend's character Adrian Mole. The host was Steve Blacknell.

Related Topics:
Doctor Who - Slipback - Sue Townsend - Adrian Mole - Steve Blacknell

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