In 1986, the author talked to the BBC about The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, the epic series of comic novels loved by tech executives.

Mrs Taylor was overcome with emotion as she was handed a cake and realised presenter and producer Brett Birks was in her living room.

The award-winning broadcaster will start the new show on 22 April.

Janice Forsyth has worked for the BBC for more than 30 years, presenting shows on various radio stations.

The presenter said he has been "making some improvements" after his BBC sacking for "inappropriate messages".

Staff felt they could not speak up with concerns about the star's behaviour, an internal review finds.

The journalist and author is stepping down from the programme but will continue to work with the BBC.