Friday 14:00 - 16:00
Trevor brings you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.
702: BBC Radio 2
Fri Oct 09
Friday 16:00 - 19:00
Mark Goodier 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!
Friday 19:00 - 20:30
Why don't you come on over to Michelle's Fabulous Friday party for nonstop bops?
Friday 20:30 - 21:00
Michelle's Mood is...DO THE MOVES! You know all the routines for this 30 minutes of bops.
Friday 21:00 - 23:00
Sophie throws another top-notch Kitchen Disco with two hours of dancefloor fillers...
Friday 23:00 - 00:00
Royal Blood are back with new music...drummer Ben Thatcher is choosing the Rock God.
Sat Oct 10
Today 00:00 - 01:00
Rom jumps in the mix this week, with his set from Radio 2 In the Park, featuring much-loved hip hop hits! Elsewhere in the show, there's new sounds from Nines, Odeal and Kingpin.
Today 01:00 - 02:00
Tony's back with a stunning selection of soul-soaked tracks from across the decades. Includes beautiful music from Barbara Tucker, Jill Scott, The Real Thing, Debarge and Sam Cooke.
Today 02:00 - 02:30
Texas get Stirling 2026 off to a flying start with a hit-laden set featuring Black Eyed Boy, Halo, Summer Sun, Mr Haze, Say What You Want and Inner Smile. Contains strong language.
Today 02:30 - 03:00
Scottish superstars Deacon Blue live from Stirling 2026 with a set packed full of classics from their 40 years together.
Today 03:00 - 04:15
Our Sunday headliners - one of our most successful bands, with six number one albums in the UK and all over the world, live from Stirling 2026!
Today 04:15 - 05:00
Angela Griffin gets you Autumn ready with an Unwinds Mix of Etta James, Van Morrison and Amy Winehouse.
Today 05:00 - 06:00
Soft Cell's Marc Almond joins Vernon Kay to choose ten songs from his life, ahead of the release of the band's final album Danceteria.
Today 06:00 - 08:00
Tony brings you two hours of music from the best decade ever, with hits from Cliff Richard, Simon & Garfunkel and The Carpenters. This week, the top three comes from 1960.
Today 08:00 - 10:00
Rachael Stirling chats about her late mum Dame Diana Rigg - star of The Avengers, James Bond and Game of Thrones. Plus, The Mystery Voice and a wedding call.
Today 10:00 - 13:00
Joel's joined live in the studio by Ralf Little (The Royle Family and Death in Paradise), and he's looking back at this week's Celebrity Traitors (no spoilers!).
Today 13:00 - 15:00
Spend Saturday lunchtime with Ellie. Whether you're out and about or chilling at home, Ellie is on hand with some laughs and a delicious mix of your favourite tunes!
Today 15:00 - 18:00
Rylan is joined by Australian Pop Princess Natalie Imbruglia to talk all about life and new music, plus they will of course be singing her classic hit Torn in KaRYoke.
Today 18:00 - 20:00
Imagination's Leee John and 10cc's Graham Gouldman guest on Your Top 3 and there's a Hall & Oates Mastermix, celebrating Daryl Hall at 80.
Today 20:00 - 22:00
The Fast Show's John Thomson is in the studio (and reviving some favourite characters!) He's also telling Fearne about new show 'Break Clause', and picking some favourite tunes.
Today 22:00 - 23:00
Two 90s dance heavyweights step into the metaphorical mixing ring...
Today 23:00 - 00:00
Dermot charts the winners of the Mercury Prize from 92-99, including Roni Size, Portishead and Primal Scream.
Sun Oct 11
Tomorrow 00:00 - 01:00
Our Saturday night headliner, 10-time Grammy Award winner and 'Queen of Funk' Chaka Khan, live from Stirling 2026!
Tomorrow 01:00 - 02:00
Jessie Ware, Ella Henderson and Alexandra Burke celebrate Amy's life and legacy.
Tomorrow 02:00 - 03:00
Tony Blackburn presents an hour of the greatest soul vibes and music to uplift your mood. Including music from Sam & Dave, Ray Charles, Tina Turner, Candi Staton, Destiny's Child.
Tomorrow 03:00 - 04:00
Following the sad news of the passing of George Fenton, Radio 2 revisits two episodes of his popular film music series 'You Heard It At The Movies', first broadcast in 2009.
Tomorrow 04:00 - 05:00
The best 80s Disco Mastermixes, as part of Radio 2 Loves Disco season.
Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00
Actress, author and podcaster Giovanna Fletcher joins Vernon Kay to choose ten songs from her life, including tracks by Frank Sinatra, The Commodores and The Kooks.
Tomorrow 06:00 - 09:00
The Reverend Kate Bottley and Jason Mohammad are joined by athlete, sea swimmer and author Ross Edgley for his Reflections.
Tomorrow 09:00 - 11:00
Your true stories and favourite love songs with Michael... easy like Sunday morning.
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.
Tomorrow 13:00 - 15:00
Elaine is putting a pep in your step with show tunes from Hadestown, High School Musical and Hugh Jackman. Plus, there's your Break A Leg messages, and all the latest stage news!
Tomorrow 15:00 - 17:00
Saint Etienne co-founder/musician and author Bob Stanley is Shaun's 'My 70s' guest.
Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00
Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1984.
Tomorrow 18:00 - 19:00
Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1991.
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'.
Tomorrow 20:00 - 22:00
To celebrate National Album Day, Paul picks his British music icons... which includes Cliff Richard, Dusty Springfield, Rod Stewart, Van Morrison and Annie Lennox.
Tomorrow 22:00 - 23:00
Angela Griffin brings the unwinds vibes with music from U2, Annie Lennox and Labi Siffre.
Tomorrow 23:00 - 00:00
Angela Griffin has an Icons Unwinds Mix for National Album Day, with tracks from some of the biggest artists in music history, featuring Whitney Houston, Prince and Elton John.
Mon Oct 12
Monday 00:00 - 03:00
Connor Phillips sits in, live from Salford with your Monday Motivation to kick-start a brand new week, plus Secret Star and This Week in Songs.
Monday 03:00 - 04:00
Dermot plays songs from OK Computer, Morning Glory, Parklife, Version 2.0 and Nevermind.
Monday 04:00 - 06:30
Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring Airdrum Anthems. What's a piece of etiquette that you always follow?
Monday 06:30 - 09:30
Kym Marsh and Michelle Heaton from noughties bands Hear'Say and Liberty X are here to tell us about their upcoming tour!
Monday 09:30 - 12:00
Actress, author and podcaster Giovanna Fletcher picks her Tracks Of My Years this week, starting with stories of her childhood and songs by Bananarama and Frank Sinatra.
Monday 12:00 - 14:00
Jeremy and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.
Monday 14:00 - 16:00
Trevor brings you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.
Monday 16:00 - 19:00
Mark Goodier with amazing tunes plus the latest news and travel to help you home.
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.
Monday 19:30 - 21:00
Jo hand-picks her favourite new music from all genres of the musical spectrum.
Monday 21:00 - 22:00
Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Harrell 'Young Rell' Davenport joins Cerys to chat about his debut album, and to pick a few of his favourite blues songs!
Monday 22:00 - 00:00
Feelgood tunes to groove and soothe your soul. Dr Beat is also on hand to prescribe a perfect tune for a listener whose week hasn't got off to the best start!
Tue Oct 13
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.
Tuesday 02:30 - 03:00
OJ's celebrating 28 years since Meja released All 'Bout the Money and replaying some of his chat with her from 2021. Also, heading back to more tracks from 1998.
Tuesday 03:00 - 04:00
Vernon mixes up huge hits that sampled 70s and 80s disco tunes, or were inspired by the seminal sound - featuring Stardust, Madison Avenue, Pete Heller, SubSub, Cassius and more.
Tuesday 04:00 - 06:30
Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring Airdrum Anthems. What has life taught you that school never did?
Tuesday 06:30 - 09:30
Michelle Keegan and Douglas Booth are here to tell us about their new TV show 'The Blame'. Plus, another listener takes on the wall of sound in Let's Hear It For The Noise.
Tuesday 09:30 - 12:00
Two listeners take on Vernon's mid-morning music quiz, Ten To The Top and we have two more song choices from Giovanna Fletcher in today's Tracks Of My Years.
Tuesday 12:00 - 14:00
Jeremy and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.
Tuesday 14:00 - 16:00
Clara Amfo sits in, bringing you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.
Tuesday 16:00 - 19:00
Mark Goodier with amazing tunes plus the latest news and travel to help you home.
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.
Tuesday 19:30 - 21:00
TV critic Emma Bullimore chats about all the shows you don't want to miss!
Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00
Jamie presents an hour of jazz icons from Nina Simone to Ornette Coleman and beyond, as part of Radio 2's celebration of iconic records for National Album Day.
Tuesday 22:00 - 00:00
Feelgood tunes to groove and soothe your soul. Plus, Kool & the Gang's Curtis Williams chooses the tracks that take him back to the dance floors of his youth in Rewind Selector.
Wed Oct 14
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.
Wednesday 03:00 - 04:00
One hour of 100% pure pop joy, curated by Fearne! With tunes from the likes of Shania Twain, Take That, Steps and Kylie Minogue.
Wednesday 04:00 - 06:30
Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring Airdrum Anthems. What's the most iconic album in your collection?
Wednesday 06:30 - 09:30
Owain Wyn Evans pops in for a catch-up ahead of his Children in Need Challenge, which will see him cycle through all four nations of the UK!
Wednesday 09:30 - 12:00
Vernon hears about what's making you smile on Good News Wednesday and actress, writer and podcaster Giovanna Fletcher makes two more selections in Tracks Of My Years.
Wednesday 12:00 - 14:00
Jeremy and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.
Wednesday 14:00 - 16:00
Trevor brings you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.
Wednesday 16:00 - 19:00
Mark Goodier with amazing tunes plus the latest news and travel to help you home.
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.
Wednesday 19:30 - 21:00
Keo perfom a live Sofa Session for Jo, featuring tracks from their debut album 'Put A Smile On For Me' and a special cover!
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00
Mark presents an hour of tracks by iconic folk artists.
Wednesday 22:00 - 00:00
Feelgood tunes to groove and soothe your soul. Join in with addictive guessing game Music Is the Answer.
Thu Oct 15
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.
Thursday 03:00 - 04:00
Dermot's favourite balladeers including Pulp, Nick Cave and REM. And Martin from Gene picks his favourite 90s band.
Thursday 04:00 - 06:30
Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring Airdrum Anthems. Would you like to have a robot helper?
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.
Thursday 09:30 - 12:00
Vernon's mid-morning fun includes delving into the BBC archive in Vernon's Vault and Giovanna Fletcher selects two more songs in Tracks Of My Years.
Thursday 12:00 - 14:00
Jeremy and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.
Thursday 14:00 - 16:00
Mark Goodier sits in, bringing you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.
Thursday 16:00 - 19:00
Gary Davies with amazing tunes plus the latest news and travel to help you home.
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.
Thursday 19:30 - 21:00
Jo hand-picks her favourite new music from all genres of the musical spectrum.
Thursday 21:00 - 22:00
A special Icons Edition of the show for National Album Day 2026! Darius takes a look at some of the defining albums of the genre, from Johnny Cash to Ella Langley and more!
Thursday 22:00 - 00:00
Feelgood tunes to groove and soothe your soul. Plus, Spoony hits the decks, live in the studio, for The Good Groove Mix!
Fri Oct 16
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.
Friday 03:00 - 04:00
Get your aprons on because this week we're dancing around the kitchen to an hour of incredible 90s tunes. Expect some food-themed tracks from the likes of Olive, Berri, and more!
Friday 04:00 - 06:30
Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring Airdrum Anthems.
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.
Friday 09:30 - 12:00
Giovanna Fletcher makes her final selections for Tracks Of My Years with songs from The Kooks and Jack Johnson. Plus, there's a final round of our music quiz, Ten To The Top.
Friday 12:00 - 14:00
Jeremy and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.
Friday 14:00 - 16:00
Trevor brings you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.
Friday 16:00 - 19:00
Gary Davies 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!
Friday 19:00 - 20:30
Have the time of your life at Michelle's Fabulous Friday party packed with party hits.
Friday 20:30 - 21:00
Michelle's Mood is... BE SEEN & BE HEARD! Your weekly 30 minutes of nonstop bops is here.
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.
Sat Oct 17
Saturday 00:00 - 01:00
Romesh is joined by DJ and producer Ali Shaheed Muhammad, founding member of A Tribe Called Quest. Plus, tracks from Da Bush Babees, Royce Da 5'9 and namesbliss.
Saturday 01:00 - 02:00
Tony's back with a soul-soaked selection of back to back gems, from across the decades. Includes fabulous tracks from Kenny, Thomas, Chic, Stevie Wonder and Terri Green.
Saturday 02:00 - 04:00
Trevor Nelson and DJ Spoony are your hosts for this unique celebration of Black Music in Britain at the Hackney Empire featuring the Chineke! Orchestra and the LJ Singers.
Saturday 04:00 - 05:00
Angela Griffin brings you calm with The Mindful Melodies Unwinds Mix, featuring Coldplay, Kacey Musgraves and James Taylor.
Saturday 05:00 - 06:00
Chaka Khan joins Vernon Kay to choose ten songs that have soundtracked her life, ahead of her headline show in Stirling for Radio 2 In The Park 2026.
Saturday 06:00 - 07:00
Tony brings you two hours of music from the best decade ever, with hits from Andy Williams, Dionne Warwick and Brenda Lee. This week, the top three comes from 1965.
Saturday 07:00 - 08:00
Tony celebrates the iconic artists and songs that shaped the 1960s to mark 'National Album Day'.
Saturday 08:00 - 10:00
UB40 legend Ali Campbell joins Dermot. Plus, it is National Album Day, so lots of new vinyl. And a wedding call and The Mystery Voice.
Saturday 10:00 - 13:00
Romesh brings the laughs, soundtracked by great music. As well as chatting to brilliant guests, he's sharing your hilarious stories, so you can start your Saturday with a smile!
Saturday 13:00 - 15:00
For National Album Day Emma Willis invites over 20 Radio 2 presenters to share which music icons have inspired them. Hear from Sara Cox, Elaine Paige, Trevor Nelson and more.
Saturday 15:00 - 18:00
West End star and Pop Idol favourite Zoe Birkett joins Rylan for a trip down memory lane, celebrating 20 years of Pop Idol and teasing a huge announcement you won't want to miss!