Nicholas Parsons: Paul Merton Talks to Sue Perkins

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Paul Merton talks to Sue Perkins about their shared memories of Nicholas Parsons on Just a Minute. Recorded especially as part of Radio 4 Extra's Nicholas Parsons Day - Christmas Eve 2023 - Paul and Sue talk backstage before a recent recording of Just a Minute. They remember Nicholas Parsons' warmth, foibles and good humour. They talk about their own debuts on Just a Minute and how Nicholas was a perfect host. And Sue Perkins talks about the incredible challenge of being asked to become the chair of Just a Minute after Nicholas's death in 2020. Just how do you follow a 50 year legend? Producer: Peter McHugh Made for BBC Radio 4 Extra.