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  4. Schedule, Week 22, 28 May - 3 June, 2012

BBC Radio 2 Schedule for Week 22, 28 May - 3 June, 2012

  1. Monday 28 May 2012

    1. 00:00–02:00
      Great music and top chat, including indie classics and more Tunes of the Unexpected.
    2. 02:00–05:00
      Great tunes and oddball conversation with Alex on the Best Time of the Day Show.
    3. 05:00–06:30
      Has V asked this morning's question before - when have you ever received a recycled gift?
    4. 06:30–09:30
      Baby Race 2012 was won in the early hours of Friday morning by Jenny Jenkins.
    5. 09:30–12:00
      Zoe Ball sits in for Ken Bruce, as TV presenter Justin Fletcher picks Tracks of My Years.
    6. 12:00–14:00
      Jeremy discusses the Syrian massacre, rehousing plans, National Service and paddling pools
    7. 14:00–17:05
      Steve and the team chat to Cheers star Ted Danson and actor Nick Frost.
    8. 17:05–19:00
      Entertainment, information, intelligent conversation and audience interaction.
    9. 19:00–20:00
      Cherry Lee Mewis in session, and a tribute to the late Michael Burks.
    10. 20:00–21:30
      Jo Whiley presents her evening show with a mix of new music and classic album tracks.
    11. 21:30–22:00
      Clare Teal presents the BBC Big Band performing the music of Harold Arlen.
    12. 22:00–23:00
      A special tribute to the late Robin Gibb, drawn from over 40 years of BBC archive.
    13. 23:00–00:00
      David Rodigan presents an hour of classic roots and reggae music from the '60s to now.
  2. Tuesday 29 May 2012

    1. 00:00–02:00
      Great music and top chat, including indie classics and more Tunes of the Unexpected.
    2. 02:00–05:00
      Witty chat and top tunes for all night-owls on the Best Time of the Day Show with Alex.
    3. 05:00–06:30
      Join Vanessa for a first look at the papers, Word of the Day and music to ease you in.
    4. 06:30–09:30
      A fully interactive show for all the family.
    5. 09:30–12:00
      Popular children's television entertainer Justin Fletcher picks his Tracks of My Years.
    6. 12:00–14:00
      Jeremy presents news, views and live guests.
    7. 14:00–17:05
      Steve chat to Hollywood star Charlize Theron and Dragon Den's Hilary Devey.
    8. 17:05–19:00
      Homework Sucks, money, sport and top tunes plus Paul Weller joins Simon for a live session
    9. 19:00–20:00
      Jamie Cullum features Brazilian singer-songwriter Céu in session at the Maida Vale Studios
    10. 20:00–21:30
      Jo Whiley presents her evening show with a mix of new music and classic album tracks.
    11. 21:30–22:00
      Nigel Ogden presents some entertaining recordings from the organ world.
    12. 22:00–23:00
      2/6. Charles Hazlewood recruits the help of Steve Winwood, Ray Davies and rapper Rodney P.
    13. 23:00–00:00
      Mark plays new and classic music, including Gene Clark, Public Image Ltd and Beach House.
  3. Wednesday 30 May 2012

    1. 00:00–02:00
      Jack Savoretti pops in for a chat and performs a Spoken Word Session for Janice.
    2. 02:00–05:00
      The show for night-owls and those who just enjoy laughing and hearing fantastic music.
    3. 05:00–06:30
      Join Vanessa for a first look at the papers, Word of the Day and music to ease you in.
    4. 06:30–09:30
      A fully interactive show for all the family.
    5. 09:30–12:00
      Bafta award-winning entertainer Justin Fletcher chooses the Tracks of My Years.
    6. 12:00–14:00
      Jeremy presents news, views and live guests.
    7. 14:00–17:05
      Steve and the team chat to Richard and Judy, and jubilee singer Laura Wright.
    8. 17:05–19:00
      Matt chooses a massive 'Middle-Age Mosh' for her Majesty in honour of the diamond jubilee.
    9. 19:00–20:00
      Mike Harding with the best in folk music, including a chat with folk legend Bob Davenport.
    10. 20:00–21:30
      Jo Whiley presents her evening show with a mix of new music and a listener's Mix Tape.
    11. 21:30–22:00
      Frank Renton showcases brass and military band music, with new CDs and listener requests.
    12. 22:00–23:00
      Celia Imrie presents a special celebration for Her Majesty the Queen's diamond jubilee.
    13. 23:00–00:00
      Trevor Nelson presents the best timeless soul, with Bobby Womack up for Album of the Week.
  4. Thursday 31 May 2012

    1. 00:00–02:00
      Great music and top chat, including indie classics and more Tunes of the Unexpected.
    2. 02:00–05:00
      Great music and laugh-out-loud chat with Alex on the Best Time of the Day Show.
    3. 05:00–06:30
      Join Vanessa for a first look at the papers, Word of the Day and music to ease you in.
    4. 06:30–09:30
      A fully interactive show for all the family.
    5. 09:30–12:00
      Popular children's television entertainer Justin Fletcher picks the Tracks of My Years.
    6. 12:00–14:00
      Jeremy presents news, views and live guests.
    7. 14:00–17:05
      Steve chats to cricketer Phil Tufnell and jubilee pageant master Adrian Evans.
    8. 17:05–19:00
      Professor of gastrognomy Nigel Barden joins Simon to cook up another tasty dish.
    9. 19:00–20:00
      Joining Bob tonight is singer-songwriter Sara Watkins, with music from her new album.
    10. 20:00–21:30
      Jo Whiley presents her evening show with a mix of new music and classic album tracks.
    11. 21:30–22:00
      Richard plays Queen of Rockabilly Wanda Jackson, plus Buddy Holly, Elmore James and more.
    12. 22:00–23:00
      1/2. Noel Edmonds tells the story of Luxy, the original pop music station in the UK.
    13. 23:00–00:00
      Classic tracks, his own music choices and introducing listeners to emerging artists.
  5. Friday 1 Jun 2012

    1. 00:00–02:00
      Great music and top chat after dark, including indie classics and the Theme Time Half Hour
    2. 02:00–05:00
      Feelgood Friday time with Alex, superb music and chat to take you through the night.
    3. 05:00–06:30
      Join Vanessa for a first look at the papers, plus Word of the Day and some great music.
    4. 06:30–09:00
      Chris Evans returns to the Hay Festival for the live finale of his 500 Words competition.
    5. 09:00–12:00
      Award-winning children's TV presenter Justin Fletcher chooses his last Tracks of My Years.
    6. 12:00–14:00
      Jeremy presents news, views and live guests.
    7. 14:00–17:05
      Steve and the team chat to BBC News presenter Huw Edwards and film director Ken Loach.
    8. 17:05–19:00
      Simon and the team present another All Request Friday, where you pick the tunes.
    9. 19:00–20:00
      To mark HM the Queen's diamond jubilee, Desmond's picks this week are all from 1952.
    10. 20:00–22:00
      Ken Bruce presents an evening devoted to the music of Vienna from the Watford Colosseum.
    11. 22:00–00:00
      Looking at the latest books, films, plays and exhibitions.
  6. Saturday 2 Jun 2012

    1. 00:00–03:00
      Join Huey Morgan after midnight as he guides you through his favourite tracks.
    2. 03:00–06:00
      Join the 3.46 club with your early morning host Richard Allinson.
    3. 06:00–08:05
      Anneka's Challenge returns and a new listener signs up live on air.
    4. 08:05–10:00
      Brian Matthew presents another 60s selection with the facts and stories behind the music.
    5. 10:00–13:00
      Former royal correspondent Jennie Bond and comedian David Baddiel chat to Graham this week
    6. 13:00–15:00
      Tony Blackburn plays the hits from this week in the charts of 1975 and 1983.
    7. 15:00–18:00
      Dermot presents live music sessions from new and emerging bands.
    8. 18:00–20:00
      Liza's back with her new show, live and exclusive to Saturday evenings.
    9. 20:00–22:00
      Paul presents tracks from this week's US charts and hits from the last six decades.
    10. 22:00–00:00
      Dave presents a special edition of Dance Years from the BBC's Glasgow studios.
  7. Sunday 3 Jun 2012

    1. 00:00–03:00
      Canada's Luke Doucet and Melissa McClelland, aka Whitehorse, are in session.
    2. 03:00–06:00
      Join the 3.46 club with your early morning host Richard Allinson.
    3. 06:00–09:05
      Aled Jones celebrates the jubilee, with Canon Ann Easter offering the Moment of Reflection
    4. 09:05–11:00
      Steve and the Love Songs team get Sunday morning off to a romantic start.
    5. 11:00–13:00
      Music and chat with Richard Madeley to ease you into your Sunday.
    6. 13:00–15:05
      Barbara hosts a jubilee special with songs released at the time of Queen's coronation.
    7. 15:05–19:00
      Kick-starting the diamond jubilee celebrations, live from the Thames with Norton and Vine.
    8. 19:00–20:30
      Celia Imrie presents a special celebration for Her Majesty the Queen's diamond jubilee.
    9. 20:30–21:00
      Diane Louise Jordan marks Her Majesty the Queen's diamond jubilee.
    10. 21:00–22:00
      Russell Davies celebrates the art, craft and inspiration of the popular song.
    11. 22:00–23:00
      Big band sounds old and new, including Bennie Moten, Tommy Dorsey, Thad Jones and more.
    12. 23:00–00:00
      9/13. David Jacobs presents a 13-part series on the life and times of Francis Albert Sinatra.

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