702: BBC Radio 2

Fri Aug 21
DJ Spoony

Friday 14:00 - 16:00

DJ Spoony is bringing you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.

Radio 2 Drivetime with Jason Manford

Friday 16:00 - 19:00

Jason Manford is officially kicking off the weekend with your selection of songs on All Request Friday. Pick a tune by emailing drivetime@bbc.co.uk or call 08000 2 88 2 91!

Michelle Visage

Friday 19:00 - 20:30

All rise and dance to the rhythm of the night at Michelle's Fabulous Friday party.

Michelle Visage's Handbag Hits

Friday 20:30 - 21:00

Michelle's Mood is... ON THE BEACH! Your weekly 30 minutes of sunny nonstop bops right here.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor's Kitchen Disco

Friday 21:00 - 23:00

The Kitchen Disco is back open for business with another two-hour fix of FEEL GOOD, this week with Sharleen Spiteri picking her favourites on the Request Line.

The Rock Show with Shaun Keaveny

Friday 23:00 - 00:00

Shaun curates an hour of the best rock ever heard on Radio 2.

Sat Aug 22
Romesh Ranganathan: For the Love of Hip-Hop

Today 00:00 - 01:00

Romesh welcomes the Philadelphia hip-hop group Digable Planets onto the show for a chat. Featuring music from Camp Lo, Knucks and MC Lyte.

Tony Blackburn's Sounds of Soul

Today 01:00 - 02:00

Tony has another super soulful selection including music from Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight, Jess Edie, Edwin Starr, Shalamar, The Mighty Clouds of Joy and MFSB.

Pick of the Pops

Today 02:00 - 03:00

Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1980.

Pick of the Pops

Today 03:00 - 04:00

Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1992.

Radio 2 In Concert

Today 04:00 - 05:00

A classic In Concert from Kool and the Gang performing at the Rainbow Theatre, Finsbury Park, in 1981. Featuring Get Down On It, Ladies Night, Hollywood Swingin' and Celebration.

Tracks of My Years

Today 05:00 - 06:00

Actress Sue Johnston, star of Brookside, The Royle Family, Waking The Dead and many more, joins Vernon to choose ten songs that have soundtracked her life.

Sounds of the 60s with Tony Blackburn

Today 06:00 - 08:00

Tony brings you two hours of music from the best decade ever, with hits from Ray Charles, Felice Taylor and The Supremes. This week, the top three comes from 1962.

Joel Dommett

Today 08:00 - 10:00

Joel Dommett sits in and is joined by comedian Judi Love. Plus The Mystery Voice and a wedding.

Romesh Ranganathan

Today 10:00 - 13:00

Writer and presenter Richard Osman joins Romesh live in the studio, ahead of the release of his latest novel We Chase Shadows.

Emma Willis

Today 13:00 - 15:00

Spend Saturday lunchtime with Emma. Whether you're out and about or chilling at home, Emma is standing by to speak to you and hit shuffle on all your favourite music.

Rylan on Saturday

Today 15:00 - 18:00

Rylan is joined by brilliant pop star and actress Pixie Lott to talk new music, her forthcoming West End show, and putting his Rylexa to the test in a round of AI or Lie.

Sounds of the 80s with Gary Davies

Today 18:00 - 20:00

Radio 2 in the Park stars Deacon Blue's Ricky Ross chooses his Top 3 Scottish bands - and there's a Raintown Mastermix, celebrating the band's iconic debut album.

Sounds of the 90s with Fearne Cotton

Today 20:00 - 22:00

Fearne's going in the mix with big 90s tunes to pick you up, in her 90s Pick N Mix!

Dance Sounds of the 90s with Vernon Kay

Today 22:00 - 23:00

Can you keep track of all the numerical titles in this 90s dance mix, then count up a grand total at the end? Featuring music from Energy 52, 808 State, SL2, 2 Funky 2 and more!

Alternative Sounds of the 90s with Dermot O'Leary

Today 23:00 - 00:00

Dermot charts the headliners at the Reading Festival from 1990-99 - a time with no big screens, only cash sales, no phones, and a stellar line-up every year.

Sun Aug 23
Radio 2 in the Park

Tomorrow 00:00 - 01:00

4/38. Kylie's headline set from Leicester's Victoria Park. Featuring Spinning Around, In Your Eyes, Kids, The Locomotion, Padam Padam, On A Night Like This and All The Lovers.

Radio 2 in the Park

Tomorrow 01:00 - 02:00

5/38. Pet Shop Boys provide the perfect finale for Radio 2 In The Park in Preston with a hit-laden set featuring Suburbia, Can You Forgive Her?, West End Girls, Go West and Being Boring.

Radio 2 in the Park

Tomorrow 02:00 - 03:00

2/38. British rock legends Def Leppard headlining Sunday at Radio 2 in the Park 2025 in Chelmsford with a hit-packed set including Photograph, Hysteria, Aramageddon It and Love Bites.

Tony Blackburn's Sounds of Soul

Tomorrow 03:00 - 04:00

Tony's back with a sunny soul selection of the best feelgood vibes from across the decades. Including music from Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder, Jaki Graham, The Drifters and Ginuwine.

Radio 2 Unwinds Mix with Angela Griffin

Tomorrow 04:00 - 05:00

Angela Griffin helps you relax and unwind this summer with Air, Minnie Riperton and Moby.

Tracks of My Years

Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00

Bestselling author Cecelia Ahern joins Mark Goodier to choose ten songs that have soundtracked her life as she releases her latest novel, Love Unlocked.

Good Morning Sunday

Tomorrow 06:00 - 09:00

The Reverend Kate Bottley and Jason Mohammad spread hope and joy and after Jason's appearance on Celebrity Masterchef, we're hearing all about it.

Love Songs with Michael Ball

Tomorrow 09:00 - 11:00

Your true stories and favourite love songs with Michael... easy like Sunday morning.

Paddy McGuinness

Tomorrow 11:00 - 13:00

Paddy's live from Salford every Sunday morning with The Weekest Link quiz, the Kitchen Tip-Line, Paddy's Timewarp and another BIG question.

Elaine Paige on Sunday

Tomorrow 13:00 - 15:00

A sensational crop of show tunes and movie songs, plus, Dame Elaine shares a selection of stories of the moments and shows that sparked your love of musical theatre!

Sounds of the 70s with Shaun Keaveny

Tomorrow 15:00 - 17:00

Shaun plays brilliant tracks from the 70s, guest Carol Decker chooses her Top 3, Sara Cox chooses the Classic Album, and This Week In Music reflects key events of the decade.

Pick of the Pops

Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00

Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1972.

Pick of the Pops

Tomorrow 18:00 - 19:00

Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1985.

Tony Blackburn's Golden Hour

Tomorrow 19:00 - 20:00

Tony Blackburn spins his personal pick of the hits from across the decades. To listen on most smart speakers just 'ask BBC Sounds to play Tony Blackburn's Golden Hour'.

Prom Nights on Radio 2

Tomorrow 20:00 - 22:00

Trumpet soloist Ambrose Akinmusire joins the BBC Concert Orchestra, his trio and conductor Miho Hazama to celebrate the centenary of Miles Davis, a true legend of the jazz world.

Radio 2 Unwinds with Angela Griffin

Tomorrow 22:00 - 23:00

Angela Griffin invites you to unwind and relax with a fabulously calming soundtrack, featuring London Grammar, Paul Simon and The Beautiful South.

Radio 2 Unwinds Mix with Angela Griffin

Tomorrow 23:00 - 00:00

Angela Griffin has a Classical Focus Unwinds Mix, featuring orchestral versions of tracks from Stevie Nicks, Lewis Capaldi, Lana Del Rey and The Spice Girls.

Mon Aug 24
Richie Anderson

Monday 00:00 - 03:00

Richie Anderson is live from Salford with your Monday Motivation to kick-start a brand new week, plus Secret Star and This Week in Songs.

Alternative Sounds of the 90s with Dermot O'Leary

Monday 03:00 - 04:00

Dermot's playlist is inspired by famous people immortalised in song, such as Richard III, Buddy Holly and Bob Dylan.

Owain Wyn Evans

Monday 04:00 - 06:30

Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring Airdrum Anthems. What is your perfect lazy day?

The Gary Davies Breakfast Show

Monday 06:30 - 09:30

Gary wants your tunes for the return of the Jukebox! Plus, journalist and author Tony Parsons swings by.

Mark Goodier

Monday 09:30 - 12:00

Novelist Cecelia Ahern chooses her Tracks Of My Years this week, starting with Burl Ives and Simon & Garfunkel. Plus, two callers test their musical knowledge on Ten To The Top.

Tina Daheley

Monday 12:00 - 14:00

Tina Daheley and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.

DJ Spoony

Monday 14:00 - 16:00

DJ Spoony is bringing you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.

Radio 2 Drivetime with Jason Manford

Monday 16:00 - 19:00

Jason Manford plays amazing tunes, plus the latest news and travel to help you home.

Jo Whiley's Shiny Happy Playlist

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

Jo brings her Shiny Happy Playlist, 30 minutes of feelgood music from 7-7.30pm to soundtrack listeners' weekday evening.

Jo Whiley

Monday 19:30 - 21:00

Jo hand-picks her favourite new music from all genres of the musical spectrum and quality vintage songs too.

The Blues Show with The Black Keys

Monday 21:00 - 22:00

Shaun Keaveny sits in, with the weekly round-up of the blues you need to hear!

The Good Groove with Melvin Odoom

Monday 22:00 - 00:00

Feelgood tunes to groove and soothe your soul. Dr Odoom is in for Dr Beat to prescribe a perfect tune for a listener whose week hasn't got off to the best start!

Tue Aug 25
OJ Borg

Tuesday 00:00 - 02:30

OJ is live through the night from the Salford Riviera with Midnight Mastermind, Wish You Were There and the first Midnight Caller of the week.

One Hit Wonders with OJ Borg

Tuesday 02:30 - 03:00

OJ's taking you back 43 years to when Men Without Hats released Safety Dance, listen back to part of his chat with Ivan Doroschuk and hear more from 1983.

Dance Sounds of the 90s with Vernon Kay

Tuesday 03:00 - 04:00

All the biggest dance hits from 1997, mixed up by Vernon Kay.

Owain Wyn Evans

Tuesday 04:00 - 06:30

Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring Airdrum Anthems. What's the funniest topic you've argued about?

The Gary Davies Breakfast Show

Tuesday 06:30 - 09:30

Gary is joined by musician Johnny Marr. Plus, he wants your tunes for the Jukebox. Tune in to find out today's theme!

Mark Goodier

Tuesday 09:30 - 12:00

Two listeners take on the mid-morning music quiz, Ten To The Top. Plus, novelist Cecelia Ahern chooses songs by Michael Jackson and Gene Kelly on day 2 of her Tracks Of My Years.

Tina Daheley

Tuesday 12:00 - 14:00

Tina Daheley and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.

DJ Spoony

Tuesday 14:00 - 16:00

DJ Spoony is bringing you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.

Radio 2 Drivetime with Jason Manford

Tuesday 16:00 - 19:00

Jason Manford plays amazing tunes, plus the latest news and travel to help you home.

Jo Whiley's Shiny Happy Playlist

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

Jo brings her Shiny Happy Playlist, 30 minutes of feelgood music from 7-7.30pm to soundtrack listeners' weekday evening.

Jo Whiley

Tuesday 19:30 - 21:00

Jo hand-picks her favourite new music from all genres of the musical spectrum and quality vintage songs too.

The Jazz Show with Jamie Cullum

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00

LA piano player and producer Kiefer chats at Love Supreme festival about his new album Memory Bomb, being taught by Kenny Burrell and how he made a beat for De La Soul.

The Good Groove with Melvin Odoom

Tuesday 22:00 - 00:00

Feelgood tunes to groove and soothe your soul. Plus, a musician, celebrity or listener chooses the tracks that take them back to the dance floors of their youth in Rewind Selector.

Wed Aug 26
OJ Borg

Wednesday 00:00 - 03:00

OJ is live through the night from the Salford Riviera and he needs your celebrity puns to build a new team. Plus, Midnight Mastermind, Wish You Were There and Shiftfaced.

Sounds of the 90s with Ronan Keating

Wednesday 03:00 - 04:00

Ronan's crammed in an hour of his faves including Take That, B*Witched, Vanilla Ice and many more. Also, he's picking out his favourite ever Boyzone tune!

Owain Wyn Evans

Wednesday 04:00 - 06:30

Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring Airdrum Anthems. Did you ever do anything naughty at school?

The Gary Davies Breakfast Show

Wednesday 06:30 - 09:30

Sara is joined by the biggest guests, with all sorts of fun and games, unexpected surprises and the best music from across the decades.

Mark Goodier

Wednesday 09:30 - 12:00

Two listeners take on the mid-morning music quiz, Ten To The Top. Plus, novelist Cecelia Ahern chooses songs by Westlife and Paolo Nutini on day 3 of her Tracks Of My Years.

Tina Daheley

Wednesday 12:00 - 14:00

Tina Daheley and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.

DJ Spoony

Wednesday 14:00 - 16:00

DJ Spoony is bringing you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.

Radio 2 Drivetime with Jason Manford

Wednesday 16:00 - 19:00

Jason Manford plays amazing tunes, plus the latest news and travel to help you home.

Jo Whiley's Shiny Happy Playlist

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

Jo brings her Shiny Happy Playlist, 30 minutes of feelgood music from 7-7.30pm to soundtrack listeners' weekday evening.

Jo Whiley

Wednesday 19:30 - 21:00

Jo hand-picks her favourite new music from all genres of the musical spectrum and quality vintage songs too.

The Folk Show with Mark Radcliffe

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00

The best in folk and acoustic music from Britain and beyond.

The Good Groove with Melvin Odoom

Wednesday 22:00 - 00:00

Feelgood tunes to groove and soothe your soul. Join in with addictive guessing game Music Is the Answer.

Thu Aug 27
OJ Borg

Thursday 00:00 - 03:00

OJ is live through the night from the Salford Riviera with Midnight Mastermind, Wish You Were There and another dial of the Midnight Caller phone.

Alternative Sounds of the 90s with Dermot O'Leary

Thursday 03:00 - 04:00

Dermot plays the biggest selling alternative albums of the 90s, including Oasis, REM and Moby.

Owain Wyn Evans

Thursday 04:00 - 06:30

Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring Airdrum Anthems. Describe your week in six words or less.

The Gary Davies Breakfast Show

Thursday 06:30 - 09:30

Sara is joined by the biggest guests, with all sorts of fun and games, unexpected surprises and the best music from across the decades.

Mark Goodier

Thursday 09:30 - 12:00

Two listeners take on the mid-morning music quiz, Ten To The Top. Plus, novelist Cecelia Ahern chooses songs by Jimmy Durante and Stevie Wonder on day 4 of her Tracks Of My Years.

Tina Daheley

Thursday 12:00 - 14:00

Tina Daheley and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.

DJ Spoony

Thursday 14:00 - 16:00

DJ Spoony is bringing you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.

Radio 2 Drivetime with Jason Manford

Thursday 16:00 - 19:00

Jason Manford plays amazing tunes, plus the latest news and travel to help you home.

Jo Whiley's Shiny Happy Playlist

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

Jo brings her Shiny Happy Playlist, 30 minutes of feelgood music from 7-7.30pm to soundtrack listeners' weekday evening.

Jo Whiley

Thursday 19:30 - 21:00

Jo hand-picks her favourite new music from all genres of the musical spectrum and quality vintage songs too.

The Country Show with Darius Rucker

Thursday 21:00 - 22:00

Josh Ross and Harleymoon Kemp join Darius in the studio to preview this weekend's Long Road Festival in Lutterworth, which also stars Maren Morris, Emmylou Harris and Steve Earle.

The Good Groove with Melvin Odoom

Thursday 22:00 - 00:00

Feelgood tunes to groove and soothe your soul. Plus, Melvin hits the decks for The Good Groove Mix! Get in touch with the show: Text 88291 or WhatsApp 0-800-288-291.

Fri Aug 28
OJ Borg

Friday 00:00 - 03:00

OJ is live through the night from the Salford Riviera with Midnight Mastermind, Wish You Were There, Midnight Caller and a huge Ravio 2 to end the week.

Dance Sounds of the 90s with Vernon Kay

Friday 03:00 - 04:00

Celebrate the summer holidays with a nostalgic mix fit for 90s dance floors!

Owain Wyn Evans

Friday 04:00 - 06:30

Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring Airdrum Anthems. Who are you? Where are you? What are you looking forward to this weekend?

The Gary Davies Breakfast Show

Friday 06:30 - 09:30

Whether you're just getting up, heading home from a night-shift, or you've already got the Kids In The Car, if you're on board for Breakfast, then Sara's here to keep you company.

Mark Goodier

Friday 09:30 - 12:00

Two listeners take on the mid-morning music quiz, Ten To The Top. Plus, novelist Cecelia Ahern makes her last two musical choices on the final day of her Tracks Of My Years.

Tina Daheley

Friday 12:00 - 14:00

Tina Daheley and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.

DJ Spoony

Friday 14:00 - 16:00

DJ Spoony is bringing you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.

Radio 2 Drivetime with Jason Manford

Friday 16:00 - 19:00

Jason Manford is officially kicking off the weekend with your selection of songs on All Request Friday. Pick a tune by emailing drivetime@bbc.co.uk or call 08000 2 88 2 91!

Michelle Visage

Friday 19:00 - 20:30

We've got a love thing here at Michelle's Fabulous Friday party where everyone's a superstar.

Michelle Visage's Handbag Hits

Friday 20:30 - 21:00

Michelle's Mood is... SUMMER OF LOVE! Your weekly 30 minutes of sunny nonstop bops is here.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor's Kitchen Disco

Friday 21:00 - 23:00

Two hours of the best uplifting disco tunes to dance and sing along to, hand-picked by the Disco Queen herself.

The Rock Show with Shaun Keaveny

Friday 23:00 - 00:00

Shaun curates an hour of the best rock ever heard on Radio 2.

Sat Aug 29
Romesh Ranganathan: For the Love of Hip-Hop

Saturday 00:00 - 01:00

Rapper Rakim talks to Romesh after releasing music for the first time in 15 years. Plus, music from A Tribe Called Quest, Princess Nokia and Black Eyed Peas.