On the Radio Seven days

Today Bette Midler For The Girls Radio 2, 5pm

Another chance to hear Bette Midler celebrate the music of her favourite girl groups.The programme features tracks from 1930s stars The Boswell Singers, and war-time favourites The Andrews Sisters, all the way through to The Spice Girls and Wilson Phillips.

Monday Radio 3, 10.45pm The Essay: Islands

Poet Kenneth Steven finds inspiration in Scotland’s west coast islands. In each episode he explores the landscape and history and his personal memories of the island.

Tuesday All In The Mind Radio 4, 9pm

Claudia Hammond explores how children think, with psychologist Dr Victoria Simms from Ulster University, who researches how children’s understanding of maths develops.

Wednesday The Folk Show With Mark Radcliffe Radio 2, 11pm

Daoirí Farrell joins Mark for the Folk Show from the comfort of his home in Ireland. Daoirí is one of the best-loved new voices and personalities on the Dublin scene.

Thursday The Forum: Babylon World Service, 10am

The ancient Mesopotamian city of Babylon endured in memory and myth as a symbol of ambition. In this edition of The Forum Bridget Kendal explores the legacy of the city

Friday I’ve Never Seen Star Wars Radio 4 Extra, 11pm

Marcus Brigstocke returns with a third series of the show that challenges celebrities to try something they have, so far, avoided.

Saturday Simon Mayo Scala, 10am

Join Simon Mayo for his mid-morning classical music and entertainment show with guest interviews and listener requests.