Today 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.
702: BBC Radio 2
Tue Oct 13
Today 16:00 - 19:00
Mark's chatting to Balamory's PC Plum, aka actor Andrew Agnew, on the return of the show. Plus he's got a George Michael countdown and the Radio 2 Pub Quiz!
Today 19:00 - 19:30
Jo brings her Shiny Happy Playlist, 30 minutes of feelgood music from 7-7.30pm to soundtrack listeners' weekday evening.
Today 19:30 - 21:00
TV critic Emma Bullimore chats about all the shows you don't want to miss!
Today 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.
Today 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
Tomorrow 00:00 - 03:00
OJ's celebrating National Curry Week with your celebrity curry puns. What are you ordering? A Vindaloo-ma Thurman, an Aloo-sha Keys, or a JalfrayJay-Z?
Tomorrow 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.
Tomorrow 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?
Tomorrow 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!
Tomorrow 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.
Tomorrow 12:00 - 14:00
Jeremy and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.
Tomorrow 14:00 - 16:00
DJ Spoony brings you great music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.
Tomorrow 16:00 - 19:00
Mark Goodier with amazing tunes plus the latest news and travel to help you home.
Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30
Jo brings her Shiny Happy Playlist, 30 minutes of feelgood music from 7-7.30pm to soundtrack listeners' weekday evening.
Tomorrow 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!
Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00
Mark presents an hour of tracks by iconic folk artists.
Tomorrow 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
Dame Emma Thompson is here ahead of Nanny McPhee The Musical opening in 2027. Plus, there's another round of Let's Hear It For The Noise.
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's Thursday Theme is maths, in celebration of Ada Lovelace day, a day celebrating the contributions of women in science, technology, engineering and maths!
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. It's Friday and Owain is reflecting on his Children in Need Challenge so far.
Friday 06:30 - 09:30
Jenna Ortega and Amy Adams chat about their film Klara And The Sun, then you pick the tunes after 9am in the All Request Half Wower!
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.
Friday 23:00 - 00:00
Alice Cooper joins Shaun to talk about his life in rock as part of Radio 2's celebration of Icons for National Album Day!
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!
Saturday 18:00 - 20:00
As part of the 'Icons' collection on Radio 2 and BBC Sounds, it's LEGENDS ONLY as Gary celebrates the artists that defined the decade - including a British Icons Mastermix.
Saturday 20:00 - 22:00
In honour of National Album Day, Fearne's looking back at icons from across the genres, throughout the 90s, from Blur to Björk, from Celine to Spice Girls, from Britney to Whitney!
Saturday 22:00 - 23:00
An hour of the best Dance Sounds of the 90s.
Saturday 23:00 - 00:00
Dermot celebrates alternative 90s icons like Mani, Jim Bob & Fruit Bat, and Shaun Ryder and Bez. And expect some Cud, Levellers, Sleeper and The Manics.
Sun Oct 18
Sunday 00:00 - 01:00
In a programme first broadcast 10 years after her death, Emeli Sandé and Mabel celebrate Amy's life and legacy. They share their favourite Amy songs and discuss how she inspired them.
Sunday 01:00 - 03:00
Presented as part of the pan BBC 'The Music Is Black' season in collaboration with V&A East Museum, DJ Spoony celebrates Black British Music and the people who made it.
Sunday 03:00 - 04:00
Tony's back with another super slice of soul music from across the decades, to uplift you! Including music from Stevie Wonder, the Drifters, Shakatak, Quincy Jones and Lonnie Gordon!
Sunday 04:00 - 05:00
Angela Griffin has a playlist of soothing tunes from Simply Red, Olivia Dean and Birdy.
Sunday 05:00 - 06:00
Writer, comedian and actress Meera Syal joins Vernon Kay to choose ten songs that have soundtracked her life, as she publishes her memoir Vigilauntie.
Sunday 06:00 - 09:00
The Reverend Kate Bottley and Jason Mohammad spread hope and joy, with uplifting stories about life, love and modern spirituality, alongside a great soundtrack for Sunday morning.
Sunday 09:00 - 11:00
Your true stories and favourite love songs with Michael... easy like Sunday morning.
Sunday 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.
Sunday 13:00 - 15:00
Elaine's introducing a new way to celebrate musical films on the show, in 'Pick of the Flicks!' There's also lots of show tunes, your Break A Legs, and the latest stage news.
Sunday 15:00 - 17:00
A special show to mark National Album Day 2026 and its focus on 'Icons' plus Sex Pistol Steve Jones is Shaun's guest for 'My 70s'.
Sunday 17:00 - 18:00
Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1978.
Sunday 18:00 - 19:00
Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1988.
Sunday 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'.
Sunday 20:00 - 22:00
Let Paul take you on a trip around America via song! With songs from The Monkees, Glen Campbell, John Denver and Dolly Parton.
Sunday 22:00 - 23:00
Float gently towards sleep with calming music from Rose Royce, Al Jarreau and Mary J. Blige.
Sunday 23:00 - 00:00
Angela Griffin has a playlist full of spooktacular tunes, featuring America, Dusty Springfield and The Cure.
Mon Oct 19
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.
Monday 03:00 - 04:00
Dermot celebrates the greatest movie soundtrack of the 90s - Trainspotting - with songs from Iggy Pop, Sleeper, Underworld, Blur, Pulp and Leftfield.
Monday 04:00 - 06:30
Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring Airdrum Anthems.
Monday 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.
Monday 09:30 - 12:00
Vernon invites a new guest to choose ten songs from their life across the show this week in Tracks Of My Years.
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
Gary Davies 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
Cerys welcomes American blues band GA-20 to play some songs from their latest album 'Blues Now' live on the show.
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 20
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 taking you back to 1999 with songs from the year that Ann Lee released 2 Times, plus listen to part of her chat with OJ from 2020.
Tuesday 03:00 - 04:00
On the 35th anniversary of Orbital 1 (the Green Album)'s release, Phil and Paul Hartnoll remember the making of the seminal debut LP. Plus, Vernon plays some circular-themed tunes.
Tuesday 04:00 - 06:30
Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Jason Mohammad sitting in, featuring Airdrum Anthems.
Tuesday 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.
Tuesday 09:30 - 12:00
Two listeners take on Vernon's mid-morning music quiz, Ten To The Top and our guest this week on Tracks Of My Years selects their next two tracks.
Tuesday 12:00 - 14:00
Jeremy and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.
Tuesday 14:00 - 16:00
Trevor is bringing you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.
Tuesday 16:00 - 19:00
Gary Davies with amazing tunes plus the latest news and travel to help you home.
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
Edith Bowman sits in with her Shiny Happy Playlist, 30 minutes of feelgood music.
Tuesday 19:30 - 21:00
Edith Bowman sits in, hand-picking her favourite new music from all genres of the musical spectrum.
Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00
Jamie Cullum showcases his love of jazz, featuring live sessions and special guests.
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 Oct 21
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.