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Each episode had two broadcasts one at 09:45 hrs on BBC Radio 4 FM and again at 00:30 hrs on BBC Radio 4 LW.

10 profound human truths found in cheesy pop songs: Lena Zavaroni: Will He Kiss Me Tonight? (1980)

The BBC article highlights Lena Zavaroni’s version of Will He Kiss Me Tonight? (1980) in contrast to its original punk-inspired recording by Dolly Mixture. While Dolly Mixture’s version carried a raw, youthful energy, Lena’s interpretation transformed it into a polished, theatrical performance that reflected her stage presence. The article suggests that, in a more just world, Lena’s version could have been a major hit, capturing the excitement of young love with its expressive delivery.
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Broken Greek, by Pete Paphides
Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Part 1

Pete Paphides recalls his early childhood, when he refused to speak to anyone but his immediate family. He tries to untangle the causes of his selective mutism, and he remembers, with great affection, the music that shaped those early years – from Leo Sayer to The Rubettes.
BBC PID: m000hvc1 | BBC Genome: Radio 4 FM | BBC Genome: Radio 4 LW

Part 2

From Abba’s Money Money Money to Black Betty by Ram Jam, Pete Paphides looks back on the music that was the soundtrack to his mid- seventies childhood as Top of the Pops became a crucial part of his musical education.
BBC PID: m000hvm3 | BBC Genome: Radio 4 FM | BBC Genome: Radio 4 LW

Part 3

Music journalist Pete Paphides continues the story of his 1970s childhood in the West Midlands and the music that provided the soundtrack. In this episode, Pete’s mother is hospitalised and he begins to feel a growing distance between him and his father.
BBC PID: m000htxx | BBC Genome: Radio 4 FM | BBC Genome: Radio 4 LW

Part 4

Teenage Pete begins to notice the tensions between his parents’ Greek heritage, and traditions, and their daily lives in the West Midlands. The music he now enjoys seem to emphasise the differences.
BBC PID: m000hvsd | BBC Genome: Radio 4 FM | BBC Genome: Radio 4 LW

Part 5

On holiday with his family, Pete writes a daring postcard home to one of his teachers; and later discovers the joy of Dexy’s Midnight Runners.
BBC PID: m000hwtc | BBC Genome: Radio 4 FM | BBC Genome: Radio 4 LW