Ian is joined by Dr Ben Lamb to chat about his book, You're Nicked, covering British police TV dramas. We cover the enduring appeal of these shows, the changes in story telling and how the shows both reflect and influence the audience and society in general. And of course we an episode each from three iconic shows.

Dixon of Dock Green (1955-1976). Season 2, episode 10 The Rotten Apple. Written by Ted Willis. Directed by Douglas Moodie. Starring Jack Warner and Paul Eddington

The Sweeney (1975-1978). Season 1, episode 2 Jackpot. Directed by Tom Clegg. Written by Troy Kennedy Martin. Starring John Thaw and Dennis Waterman

Juliet Bravo (1980-1985). Season 1, episode 5 Trouble at T'Mill. Directed by Derek Lister. Written by Brian Finch. Starring Stephanie Turner, Tony Caunter, David Ellison