On the Radio Seven Days

Today

Bill Nighy, 6Music, 4pm

The actor sits in for Iggy Pop and presents a great collection of seasonal songs from Amy Winehouse, Willie Nelson, Alicia Keys and Bing Crosby, plus a few non-festive crackers for the Scrooges!

Christmas Day

The Nation’s Favourite Carol, Classic FM, 1pm

Alexander Armstrong counts down the top 30 Christmas carols, as voted for by listeners. Last year’s winner was O Holy Night – what will come out on top this year?

Boxing Day

For The Record, BBC Radio Scotland, 5pm

Singer, songwriter and theatremaker Karine Polwart talks to Nicola Meighan about the music that has soundtracked her life.

Wednesday

Billy Sloan Meets... Pete Townshend, BBC Radio Scotland, 10.30pm

In a rare interview, The Who’s guitarist opens up about his relationship with the rest of the band and the anniversary of classic album Who’s Next.

Thursday

Festive Takeover - Chaka Khan, 6Music, 7pm

“Queen of Funk” Chaka Khan brings her signature energy for the final festive takeover on the station. Expect a fabulous playlist!

Friday

Paul Sinha’s Perfect Pub Quiz, BBC Radio 4, 6.30pm

Paul Sinha presents a special end-of-year version of his Perfect Pub Quiz, bringing together some of the best satirical comedians with Radio 4 presenters to answer some trivia teasers from across the year.

Saturday

Pick of the Pops, BBC Radio 2, 1pm

Steve Wright presents the chart from today in 1987 with hits from Nat King Cole, Wet Wet Wet and Alison Moyet – but who was in the top spot? In the second hour, it’s all about 1996 with throwbacks from Fugees, Jamiroquai, Madonna and more.