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Radio 2 Shows - explore the a-z guide for details of Radio 2 programmes and presenters

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A

Alan Carr's Comedy Outings (30min)

Thursday, 22:30 - 23:00

Another chance to hear Alan Carr's scripted comedy clip show, which first broadcast on Radio 2 last year.

Alan Titchmarsh with Melodies For You (1hr 30min)

Sunday, 19:00 - 20:30

With a selection of popular and classical music

Aled Jones with Good Morning Sunday (2hr 5min)

Sunday, 07:00 - 09:05

Aled Jones with music and thought for Sunday morning

Alex Lester (3hr)

Weekdays, 03:00 - 06:00

Weekday morning music and entertainment with Alex Lester

B

Behind Enemy Lines (1hr)

Saturday 7 November, 21:00 - 22:00

John McCarthy sheds light on the experiences of survivors of captivity.

Benny Goodman: King of Swing (30min)

Monday, 23:30 - 00:00

Curtis Stigers celebrates the life and music of the man who became known as the 'king of swing'

Big Band Special (30min)

Monday, 22:00 - 22:30

A selection of the very best big band music, from the 1930s to the present day

The Blagger's Guide to Jazz (30min)

Thursday, 22:00 - 22:30

David Quantick takes a comic look at the world of jazz

Bob Harris (3hr)

Saturday, 23:00 - 02:00

Bob Harris picks an eclectic mix of new tracks

Bob Harris Country (1hr)

Thursday, 19:00 - 20:00

Bob presents his choice of country, roots and Americana music

C

Chris Evans (1hr 55min)

Weekdays, 17:05 - 19:00

Chris Evans' drivetime slot, with laughter-inducing chat and music

Clare Teal (1hr)

Sunday, 22:00 - 23:00

Clare presents the best in big band sounds from the 1930's to the present day

Claudia Winkleman (2hr)

Friday, 22:00 - 00:00

The latest books, music, films and plays come under the critical eye

Cliff Richard And The Shadows In Concert (1hr)

Saturday 7 November, 22:00 - 23:00

Cliff Richard and The Shadows recorded live at Wembley Arena in October 2009.

Clive Anderson's Chat Room (30min)

Thursday, 22:00 - 22:30

The nation’s top politicians, performers and pundits speak their mind about the week’s hot topics

D

David Jacobs Collection, The (1hr)

Sunday, 23:00 - 00:00

David Jacobs presents a relaxed programme of easy-listening music and anecdotes

Day The Wall Fell, The (1hr)

Tuesday, 22:30 - 23:30

Jeremy Vine marks the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall

Dermot O'Leary (3hr)

Saturday, 15:00 - 18:00

Dermot O'Leary presents live music sessions from new and emerging bands

Desmond Carrington with The Music Goes Round (1hr)

Tuesday, 19:00 - 20:00

Desmond Carrington dips into classics from all musical genres

E

Elaine Paige On Sunday (2hr)

Sunday, 13:00 - 15:00

Great music from stage and film musicals, with Elaine Paige

Emma Forbes (2hr)

Sunday, 05:00 - 07:00

Emma Forbes brings a bit of glamour to Sunday mornings.

F

Festival of Remembrance (1hr)

Saturday 7 November, 20:00 - 21:00

Chris Stuart presents highlights from the Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance.

Friday Night Is Music Night (1hr 45min)

Friday, 19:30 - 21:15

The world's longest-running live music programme, featuring the BBC concert orchestra.

G

Going Out with Alan Carr (2hr)

Saturday, 18:00 - 20:00

Fun, laughs, chat and music with Alan Carr and co-host Emma Forbes

J

Janice Long (3hr)

Weekdays, 00:00 - 03:00

Janice Long plays popular and alternative music and classics

Jeremy Vine (2hr)

Weekdays, 12:00 - 14:00

Jeremy talks to the people who make the headlines

Johnnie Walker's Sounds of the Seventies (2hr)

Sunday, 15:00 - 17:00

Johnnie Walker plays classic tracks from the Seventies

Jonathan Ross (3hr)

Saturday, 10:00 - 13:00

Music, guests and lively conversation with Jonathan Ross

Jools Holland (1hr)

Monday, 22:30 - 23:30

Join Jools and his Rhythm Section as he plays tracks from his eclectic record collection.

K

Ken Bruce (2hr 30min)

Weekdays, 09:30 - 12:00

The best in music every weekday with Ken Bruce, with live sessions

L

Lady Vanishes, The (15min)

Friday, 21:15 - 21:30

Another chance to hear Brenda Blethyn read Ethel Lina White's classic thriller.

Listen To The Band (30min)

Friday, 21:30 - 22:00

Showcase for brass and military band music, looking at new CD releases and old favourites

M

Mark Lamarr (3hr)

Saturday, 00:00 - 03:00

Mark Lamarr presents music from the last 70 years alongside the finest live sessions

Michael Ball's Sunday Brunch (2hr)

Sunday, 11:00 - 13:00

Sunday Brunch with Michael Ball and guests

The Mike Harding Show (1hr)

Wednesday, 19:00 - 20:00

Folk, roots and acoustic music, plus artist news and the latest album releases

The Mother Church of Country Music: The Ryman Auditorium (60min)

Thursday 12 November, 19:00 - 20:00

Bob Harris takes a tour round the building known as 'the mother church of Country music'.

N

Nigel Ogden: The Organist Entertains (30min)

Tuesday, 22:00 - 22:30

Nigel Ogden presents a programme of popular organ recordings

P

Paul Gambaccini (2hr)

Saturday, 20:00 - 22:00

America's latest and greatest hits from the last five decades, with Paul Gambaccini

Paul Jones (1hr)

Monday, 19:00 - 20:00

The weekly dose of Rhythm and Blues tunes from Paul Jones

Paul O'Grady (2hr)

Sunday, 17:00 - 19:00

Paul O'Grady presents a show bursting with character

Pick Of The Pops (2hr)

Saturday, 13:00 - 15:00

Programme taking a look at the music releases from this week in the past

R

Radcliffe & Maconie Show, The (2hr)

Monday - Thursday, 20:00 - 22:00

A late-night mix of live sessions, celebrity guests and listener interaction

Richard Allinson (3hr)

Saturday, 03:00 - 06:00 and Sunday 02:00 - 05:00

With three hours of music and features.

Ronnie Scott's At 50 (30-45min)

Friday 6 November, 19:00 - 19:30 and 21:15 - 22:00

Celebrating the famous jazz club's 50th birthday

Russell Davies (1hr)

Sunday, 21:00 - 22:00

Russell Davies celebrates the art, craft and inspiration of the popular song

S

Sarah Kennedy (1hr 30min)

Weekdays, 06:00 - 07:30

Show for with news, views and music, plus the morning papers and Pause for Thought

Singer Behind the Glasses: The Story Of Nana Mouskouri, The (30min)

Tuesday, 23:30 - 00:00

Michael Aspel tells the story of the bestselling singer from Greece

Sounds Of The 60s (1hr 55min)

Saturday, 08:05 - 10:00

The very best of music from the 1960s, from the hits to the totally obscure

Steve Lamacq (1hr)

Wednesday, 23:00 - 00:00

Playing his own choice of music and introducing listeners to emerging artists

Steve Wright In The Afternoon (2hr 55min)

Weekdays, 14:05 - 17:00

Steve Wright's afternoon show with special guests, music and a host of other features

Steve Wright's Sunday Love Songs (1hr 55min)

Sunday, 09:05 - 11:00

A blend of classic love songs, dedications and real-life romance stories

Sunday Half Hour (30min)

Sunday, 20:30 - 21:00

Hymns and prayers for your Sunday evening listening

Suzi Quatro (1hr)

Thursday, 23:00 - 00:00

Suzi Quatro brings American music direct to listeners

T

That Western Swing Thing (30min)

Tuesday, 23:30 - 00:00

Lead singer of Asleep at the Wheel Ray Benson charts the history of Western Swing music

Trevor Nelson (1hr)

Wednesday, 22:00 - 23:00

Trevor Nelson joins Radio 2 for a show that plays the best in soul music past and present

W

Wake Up To Wogan (2hr)

Weekdays, 07:30 - 09:30

Terry Wogan's regular morning broadcast, featuring music, news and chat

Wilson Dixon Line, The (30min)

Thursday, 22:30 - 23:00

An affectionate (and comedic) tribute to the philosophy of country music.

Z

Zoe Ball (2 hr)

Saturday, 06:00 - 08:00

With the Saturday Early Breakfast Show

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