On the Radio Seven days Wednesday

Today Patrick Kielty’s Comedy Heroes: Mel Brooks Radio 2, 7pm

Comedian and presenter Patrick Kielty talks to Mel Brooks about some of the movies he’s made, his life growing up in New York, working with Gene Wilder and Richard Pryor and creating some of the most iconic moments in comedy history.

Monday State Of The Nation Radio 4, 9.45am

Novelist Howard Jacobson considers the true meaning of Brexit and asks if national togetherness is no more than a post-war pipe dream.

Tuesday The Jazz Show with Jamie Cullum Radio 2, 9pm

Jamie looks ahead to what he is excited about in 2020 on the show. He has a live session from one of his favourite artists at the moment, singer, songwriter and musician Tawiah.

Mark Forrest Scala, 4pm

Whether you’re in the car, leaving work or at home, Mark Forrest provides a varied selection of classical and popular hits.

Thursday Mary Anne Hobbs Radio 6, 10.30am

Mary Anne Hobbs asks listeners to take 20 minutes to de-stress with the Hit Reset Mix.

Friday Late Junction Radio 3, 11pm

Jennifer Lucy Allan welcomes in the new year with fresh releases, revitalised sounds and private press gems with this adventurous look at music from around the world.

Saturday Music Life World Service, 12pm

Sudanese-American multiinstrumentalist and singer Sinkane hosts Music Life this week, the show where some the best musicians in the world come together to discuss their creative process and lives.