After this morning's papers report a Mills and Boon survey of romantic gestures, Vanessa asks about yours!

Chris is back and is joined by Helen Skelton to help launch the 500 Words: Live Lesson 2018. Plus we find out the hottest diets hitting the headlines with Dr Michael Mosley. Show more

Charlie Dore, the UK singer-songwriter and actress who's had her songs recorded by George Harrison, Tina Turner and Lisa Stansfield chooses the Tracks of My Years. Show more

Amol Rajan sits in for Jeremy Vine with news, views and live guests.

Giorgio Locatelli has a new BBC Two series called Rome Unpacked, Jason Vale has new book called Super Blend Me and Ciaran Hinds is starring on stage in Girl from the North Country. Show more

Herby chicken casserole is resident cook Nigel Barden's special dish for this week's Foodie Thursday.

The best in country and roots music. Show more

Ana brings you a playlist to get you ready for the weekend with hits heard 'In Da Club'. Plus it's the last chance to hear a track from this week's Vinyl Revival 'Otis Blue'. Show more

Anneka Rice presents a live arts show with cast members from 42nd Street coming in Straight Off Stage, plus a special live performance at Elton's piano from Cilla The Musical. Show more

Let Craig Charles provide your ultimate Saturday night party playlist as he spins his way through seven decades of the finest funk and soul tunes for your listening pleasure. Show more

Radio 2's Tracks of My Years playlist has the musical choices of singer-songwriter Charlie Dore. You can add any of these tracks to your own playlist via the BBC Music app. Show more

Penny Smith gears up for the weekend with ABBA, New Order, Iggy Pop and Culture Club.

Penny Smith spreading some positive vibes with Sia, Kylie and the silky-voiced Barry White.