702: BBC Radio 2

Sun Jun 14
Elaine Paige on Sunday

Today 02:00 - 04:00

Dame Elaine's got lots of your favourite show tunes, and one from the new British musical Redcliffe. She also reviews the West End production of Grace Pervades.

Radio 2 In Concert

Today 04:00 - 05:00

Ronan Keating performing live at the BBC Radio Theatre in 2002. Featuring Lovin' Each Day, The Way You Make Me Feel, When You Say Nothing At All and Life is a Rollercoaster.

Tracks of My Years

Today 05:00 - 06:00

Presenter, author and national treasure Lorraine Kelly joins Vernon Kay to choose ten songs that have soundtracked her life, as she publishes her latest novel, The Island Secret.

Good Morning Sunday

Today 06:00 - 09:00

The Reverend Kate Bottley and Jason Mohammad are joined by chef and TV presenter Mary Berry for Reflections.

Love Songs with Michael Ball

Today 09:00 - 11:00

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

Jason Manford

Today 11:00 - 13:00

Jason Manford sits in with The Weekest Link quiz and your Sunday Dinners.

Elaine Paige on Sunday

Today 13:00 - 15:00

Dame Elaine's looking back at The 2026 Tony Awards and looking ahead to Toy Story 5! She's also celebrating jukebox musicals, and playing your requests and Break Leg messages!

Sounds of the 70s with Shaun Keaveny

Today 15:00 - 17:00

Shaun locks in for the 70s journey, with hits and hidden treasures alike. Expect Donna Summer and The Clash as highlights for the Rock Date Diary.

Pick of the Pops

Today 17:00 - 18:00

Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1978.

Pick of the Pops

Today 18:00 - 19:00

Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1983.

Tony Blackburn's Golden Hour

Today 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'.

The Paul Gambaccini Collection

Today 20:00 - 22:00

Paul plays his favourite black artists. So expect some James Brown, Sam Cooke, Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Alicia Keys and Macy Gray.

Radio 2 Unwinds with Angela Griffin

Today 22:00 - 23:00

Angela Griffin has music from The Beautiful South, Carly Simon and Justin Bieber to soothe your soul.

Radio 2 Unwinds Mix with Angela Griffin

Today 23:00 - 00:00

Angela Griffin is joined by Jalen Ngonda as he picks his Unwinds Mix, with Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding and Donny Hathaway.

Mon Jun 15
Richie Anderson

Tomorrow 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

Tomorrow 03:00 - 04:00

Dermot plays the 90s tunes that are perfect for when you get back to your tent. Let the sun rise with Leftfield, The Farm and Orbital.

Owain Wyn Evans

Tomorrow 04:00 - 06:30

Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring World Cup Airdrum Anthems all this week and Owain is asking about your strangest most unusual jobs.

The Radio 2 Breakfast Show

Tomorrow 06:30 - 09:30

Start your morning the right way with the Radio 2 Breakfast Show as Emmy and Golden Globe winner Damian Lewis talks about his music.

Vernon Kay

Tomorrow 09:30 - 12:00

Presenter, author and national treasure Lorraine Kelly joins Vernon all this week to choose her Tracks Of My Years, starting with Matt Monro and David Bowie. Plus Ten To The Top!

Jeremy Vine

Tomorrow 12:00 - 14:00

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

Trevor Nelson

Tomorrow 14:00 - 16:00

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

Radio 2 Drivetime with Mark Goodier

Tomorrow 16:00 - 19:00

Mark Goodier has amazing tunes plus the latest news and travel to help you home.

Jo Whiley's Shiny Happy Playlist

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.

Jo Whiley

Tomorrow 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 Cerys Matthews

Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00

Cerys's weekly round-up of the blues you need to hear, from all around the world and in all shapes and sizes!

The Good Groove with DJ Spoony

Tomorrow 22:00 - 00:00

Feelgood tunes to groove and soothe your soul. Dr Beat is on hand to prescribe a perfect tune for a listener in need, and Dame Shirley Bassey's Oscars dress is in the spotlight!

Tue Jun 16
Connor Phillips

Tuesday 00:00 - 03:00

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

Dance Sounds of the 90s with Vernon Kay

Tuesday 03:00 - 04:00

Squeeze into that lycra and get those legs moving to your favourite 90s sporting dance anthems, selected by Vernon Kay.

Owain Wyn Evans

Tuesday 04:00 - 06:30

It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring World Cup Airdrum Anthems all this week and Owain is asking if your life had a recognisable theme tune, what would it be?

The Gary Davies Breakfast Show

Tuesday 06:30 - 09:30

Start your morning the right way with the Radio 2 Breakfast Show.

Vernon Kay

Tuesday 09:30 - 12:00

Two listeners take on Vernon's mid-morning music quiz Ten To The Top. Plus, presenter and author Lorraine Kelly joins Vernon with two more selections from her Tracks Of My Years.

Jeremy Vine

Tuesday 12:00 - 14:00

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

Trevor Nelson

Tuesday 14:00 - 16:00

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

Radio 2 Drivetime with Mark Goodier

Tuesday 16:00 - 19:00

Mark Goodier has 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 chats to James King about all the latest films you don't want to miss.

The Jazz Show with Jamie Cullum

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00

Jamie Cullum showcases his love for all types of jazz and music rooted in jazz, from its heritage to its future. Featuring live sessions and guests from around the world.

The Good Groove with DJ Spoony

Tuesday 22:00 - 00:00

Feelgood tunes to make you groove! Plus, actor Adrian Lester chooses the tracks that take him back to the dance floors of his youth in Rewind Selector.

Wed Jun 17
Connor Phillips

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.

Alternative Sounds of the 90s with Dermot O'Leary

Wednesday 03:00 - 04:00

Dermot picks his favourite Irish bands of the 90s including The Pogues, A House, U2 and The Frames.

Owain Wyn Evans

Wednesday 04:00 - 06:30

Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring World Cup Airdrum Anthems all this week. Owain asks about your ambitious summer purchases that have rarely been used!

The Gary Davies Breakfast Show

Wednesday 06:30 - 09:30

Start your morning the right way with the Radio 2 Breakfast Show.

Vernon Kay

Wednesday 09:30 - 12:00

Vernon hears about what's making you smile on Good News Wednesday, plus presenter and author Lorraine Kelly joins Vernon with two more selections from her Tracks Of My Years.

Jeremy Vine

Wednesday 12:00 - 14:00

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

Trevor Nelson

Wednesday 14:00 - 16:00

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

Radio 2 Drivetime with Mark Goodier

Wednesday 16:00 - 19:00

Mark Goodier has 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 chats to Wasia Project and shares session tracks recorded live at Maida Vale Studios!

The Folk Show with Mark Radcliffe

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00

The best folk and acoustic music, with news about 21st Century Folk 2026.

The Good Groove with DJ Spoony

Wednesday 22:00 - 00:00

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

Thu Jun 18
Connor Phillips

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.

Sounds of the 90s with Fearne Cotton

Thursday 03:00 - 04:00

Fearne's putting you in the best mood ever with tunes from The Bucketheads, Shania Twain and Madonna!

Owain Wyn Evans

Thursday 04:00 - 06:30

Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring World Cup Airdrum Anthems all this week and Owain asks for your dream festival headliners.

The Gary Davies Breakfast Show

Thursday 06:30 - 09:30

Start your morning the right way with the Radio 2 Breakfast Show.

Vernon Kay

Thursday 09:30 - 11:25

Making your mid-mornings memorable, Vernon's bringing big tunes, big names and big laughs to weekdays. Whatever you're up to, Vern wants to hear from you - email vernon@bbc.co.uk.

Radio 2's Piano Room

Thursday 11:25 - 12:00

Niall Horan kicks-off a summer season of performances in the Radio 2 Piano Room, bringing us three songs with the BBC Concert Orchestra, conducted and arranged by Peter Riley.

Jeremy Vine

Thursday 12:00 - 14:00

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

Trevor Nelson

Thursday 14:00 - 16:00

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

Radio 2 Drivetime with Mark Goodier

Thursday 16:00 - 19:00

Mark Goodier has 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 - 20:45

Comedian, writer, actor and presenter Lenny Henry joins Jo for a chat about his first live show in over 15 years!

Radio 2's Piano Room

Thursday 20:45 - 21:00

Niall Horan kicks-off a summer season of performances in the Radio 2 Piano Room, bringing us three songs with the BBC Concert Orchestra, conducted and arranged by Peter Riley.

The Country Show with Darius Rucker

Thursday 21:00 - 22:00

Just got an hour? All the country you need to know, right here! Brand new exclusive music from the stars of today rubbing shoulders with all-time classics and much more besides.

The Good Groove with DJ Spoony

Thursday 22:00 - 00:00

Feelgood tunes to groove and soothe your soul. British rappers Cookie Crew are your virtual tour guides for The Music Is Black, and Spoony serves up The Good Groove Mix!

Fri Jun 19
Connor Phillips

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.

Alternative Sounds of the 90s with Dermot O'Leary

Friday 03:00 - 04:00

Dermot picks his favourites from the era before Britpop- including Teenage Fanclub, EMF and The Levellers. And Graham from PWEI picks his favourite 90s band.

Owain Wyn Evans

Friday 04:00 - 06:30

Welcome! It's Early Breakfast with Owain Wyn Evans, featuring World Cup Airdrum Anthems all this week and Owain's asking what you can't wait for this weekend?

The Gary Davies Breakfast Show

Friday 06:30 - 09:30

Start your morning the right way with the Radio 2 Breakfast Show.

Mark Goodier

Friday 09:30 - 12:00

Mark Goodier sits in for Vernon, with Lorraine Kelly's final two Tracks Of My Years and one last round of Ten To The Top to finish the week.

Jeremy Vine

Friday 12:00 - 14:00

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

Trevor Nelson

Friday 14:00 - 16:00

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

Radio 2 Drivetime with Ellie Taylor

Friday 16:00 - 19:00

Ellie Taylor has amazing tunes plus the latest news and travel to help you home.

Michelle Visage

Friday 19:00 - 20:30

You're in the mood for dancing? Step inside and join Michelle's Fabulous Friday party.

Michelle Visage's Handbag Hits

Friday 20:30 - 21:00

Michelle's Mood is... JUMP AROUND! Your weekly 30 minutes of nonstop bops is right 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, handpicked by the Disco Queen herself.

The Rock Show with Shaun Keaveny

Friday 23:00 - 00:00

Veteran rocker George Thorogood will choose the Rock God, as he gets ready to play live in the UK.

Sat Jun 20
Romesh Ranganathan: For the Love of Hip-Hop

Saturday 00:00 - 01:00

Romesh with an hour of classic and new hip-hop.

Tony Blackburn's Sounds of Soul

Saturday 01:00 - 02:00

Tony turns up the heat and feelgood vibes with his Summer Soul special - with breezy sunny music from Bill Withers, Marlena Shaw, Sade, Randy Crawford, The Isley Brothers and more.

Pick of the Pops

Saturday 02:00 - 03:00

Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1978.

Pick of the Pops

Saturday 03:00 - 04:00

Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1983.

Radio 2 In Concert

Saturday 04:00 - 05:00

Little River Band performing at London's Dominion Theatre in 1981. Featuring It's a Long Way There, Lady, Reminiscing, Cool Change, The Night Owls and Help is On its Way.

Radio 2 Unwinds with Angela Griffin

Saturday 05:00 - 06:00

Angela Griffin celebrates Summer solstice with a mix of sun-fuelled songs, to bathe you in warmth. Featuring music from Lauryn Hill, The Rolling Stones, Nina Simone and more.

Sounds of the 60s with Tony Blackburn

Saturday 06:00 - 08:00

Tony brings you two hours of music from the best decade ever, with hits from The Kinks, Herman's Hermits and Val Doonican. This week, the top three comes from 1967.

Dermot O'Leary

Saturday 08:00 - 10:00

Kathy Burke joins Dermot to chat about her autobiography. Plus, a wedding call and The Mystery Voice. To listen on most smart speakers just 'ask BBC Sounds to play Dermot O'Leary'.

Romesh Ranganathan

Saturday 10:00 - 13:00

Himesh Patel (Yesterday, Tenet) joins Romesh live in the studio to chat about his role in the third instalment of hit Netflix franchise, Enola Holmes.

Emma Willis

Saturday 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

Saturday 15:00 - 18:00

Natasha Hamilton pops by to catch up on her new music, put Rylan's AI or Lie machine to the test, and belt out a classic Atomic Kitten hit in KaRYoke.

Shaun Keaveny

Saturday 18:00 - 20:00

Shaun Keaveny with fabulous teatime tunes and your tales of the extraordinary and the everyday.

Sounds of the 80s with Gary Davies

Saturday 20:00 - 22:00

A weekly celebration of the greatest musical decade - 'If you were there, you'd know'... and if you weren't, pay attention!

Sounds of the 90s with Fearne Cotton

Saturday 22:00 - 00:00

Fearne's climbing into Sam Campbell's brain to dig out some 90s memories, and he's sharing his favourite 90s tunes.

Sun Jun 21
Dance Sounds of the 90s with Vernon Kay

Sunday 00:00 - 01:00

An hour of the best dance sounds of the 90s.

Trevor Nelson - 30 Years at the BBC

Sunday 01:00 - 03:00

Jo Whiley sits down with Trevor Nelson to mark 30 years of his remarkable broadcasting career at the BBC.

Tony Blackburn's Sounds of Soul

Sunday 03:00 - 04:00

Tony crosses the decades with another love-filled soul selection to make you feel good! Including tracks from Dionne Warwick, First Choice, Crown Heights Affair and Donna Summer!

Radio 2 In Concert

Sunday 04:00 - 05:00

Blues legend Robert Cray performing live at the Hammersmith Odeon in 1988. Featuring Don't Be Afraid of the Dark, Don't You Even Care, Still Around, Night Patrol and Smoking Gun.

Tracks of My Years

Sunday 05:00 - 06:00

Multi award-winning rapper, entrepreneur and presenter Tinie Tempah joins Vernon Kay to choose ten songs that have soundtracked his life.

Good Morning Sunday

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.

Love Songs with Michael Ball

Sunday 09:00 - 11:00

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

Paddy McGuinness

Sunday 11:00 - 13:00

Paddy's live from Salford every Sunday, with The Weekest Link quiz and your Sunday Dinners.

Elaine Paige on Sunday

Sunday 13:00 - 15:00

Dame Elaine presents an all-singing, all-dancing musical films special, with movie songs from blockbusters including High Society, Hairspray, Wonka, Chicago and Grease!

Sounds of the 70s with Shaun Keaveny

Sunday 15:00 - 17:00

Shaun is back to deliver your stone-cold 70s classics. Plus, hour two highlights 'The Music Is Black' - a celebration of Black music which helped shape the sound of 70s Britain.

Pick of the Pops

Sunday 17:00 - 18:00

Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 1993.

Pick of the Pops

Sunday 18:00 - 19:00

Mark Goodier counts down the chart from this day in 2001.

Tony Blackburn's Golden Hour

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'.

The Paul Gambaccini Collection

Sunday 20:00 - 22:00

Paul guides you through seven decades of music, with the stories behind classic tracks.

Radio 2 Unwinds with Angela Griffin

Sunday 22:00 - 23:00

Angela invites you to unwind and relax with a fabulously calming soundtrack.

Radio 2 Unwinds Mix with Angela Griffin

Sunday 23:00 - 00:00

Let Angela's Unwinds Mix help soothe you and restore your balance.

Mon Jun 22
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.