With Vanessa away Alex Jones takes the opportunity to indulge her sweet tooth by asking about the sugary snacks you can no longer get and which was your favourite.
Chris gets a helping hand in the studio from little Noah Evans, who pops in while on his school holidays. Show more
Ken Bruce
Singer Phil Bailey joins Michael Ball for Tracks of My Years
2 hours, 30 minutes on BBC Radio 2
Michael Ball sits in for Ken and welcomes singer and songwriter Phil Bailey to the studio to choose two more tracks of his years. Show more
Jeremy presents news, views and live guests.
Steve Wright in the Afternoon
Paul Williams, Ed Balls and Sam Claflin
2 hours, 57 minutes on BBC Radio 2
Steve chats to MP Ed Balls, songwriter Paul Williams and British actor Sam Claflin. Plus, more amazing Factoids, the Non-Stop Oldies and the very latest showbiz news. Show more
For Foodie Thursday, Simon is joined by resident chef Nigel Barden who presents his one-pot Indian chicken. Plus, the business news with Rebecca and travel with Sally. Show more
Bob is joined in session by US superstar Eric Church, singing songs from, and discussing, his new album, The Outsiders. Show more
Jo and Steve Lamacq have Sophie Ellis-Bextor singing a special cover to end Britpop season. Plus, Louise Wener recalls to her time with Sleeper to mark the era's 20th anniversary. Show more
Trevor Nelson looks back at the vibrant R&B and Hip Hop scene that ran parallel with Britpop and brought us such landmark albums as CrazySexyCool by TLC and The Score by Fugees. Show more
And other light music classics, plus two new releases from organist Kevin Bowyer, recorded at the organs of Glasgow Cathedral and Lancaster Priory. Show more
Nigel Hess talks to Frank Renton about his music and recent CD, New London Pictures. Show more
Great music and top chat after midnight. Show more
Buffoonery, twaddle and terrific tunes for night owls across the UK with the Dark Lord.