Simon Elmes

An enthusiast's guide to the shows that have made Radio 4 what it is, with an addictive mix of biography, anecdote and occasional useless fact. It also explores some of the wonderful corners of the network's history that are long forgotten by all but a few.

It is ninety years since the BBC made its first broadcast and the British love affair with radio began. This is a journey through that fascinating history and a celebration of the many wonderful voices that were part of it: The Goons and Kenneth Horne, comedy greats of the 1950s; John Peel, Alan Freeman and other heroes of the pirate stations; all the way up to some of the much-loved voices of today.