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Last broadcast on Sat, 25 Jul 2009, 20:30 on BBC Four (see all broadcasts).
Synopsis
A behind the scenes look at the world's longest running poetry request programme, following the programme-makers, presenter Roger McGough and ordinary listeners of the Radio 4 show. Poets, actors and famous fans including Rick Stein, Kenneth Cranham, Andrew Sachs, Andrew Motion, Tim Pigott-Smith and David Blunkett also share their insights on the secret of its success.

Clip: Behind the scenes on Poetry Please
A behind the scenes look at the recording of Radio 4's Poetry Please - the world's longest-running poetry request programme.
Credits
- Participant
- Roger McGough
- Participant
- Andrew Sachs
- Participant
- Kenneth Cranham
- Participant
- David Blunkett
- Director
- Karen McGann
- Producer
- Eamon Hardy
- Producer
- Karen McGann
- Producer
- Tanya Hudson
