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09/10/2012

Mel Giedroyc hears about a lifesaving cat, and heads backstage at a glittering West End theatre.

1 hour

Last on

Tue 9 Oct 2012 16:00

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Chapters

  • Philip Pullman

    Mel finds out about some of Philip Pullman's writing quirks.

    Duration: 08:43

  • Cat and busker

    The story of James and his ginger tomcat Bob, and how they rescued each other.

    Duration: 05:27

  • Fairy godmothers

    Where does the idea of a fairy godmother come from? Jenni Murray waves a magic wand to find out.

    Duration: 06:35

  • Simon Cowell

    The man with the X-Factor speaks to James Naughtie.

    Duration: 08:08

  • London Palladium

    Celebrating one of the West End's most famous theatres.

    Duration: 10:02

  • The Musicians of Bremen

    Philip Pullman reads his version of the Grimm folk tale about four elderly animals who set off to seek their fortune.

    Duration: 07:36

Broadcast

  • Tue 9 Oct 2012 16:00