A two-hour mix of ambient music curated by Dr Alex Paterson aka The Orb to help you focus your mind and get into the zone. Featuring music by Brian Eno, Teebs and Oval.
Kicking off the first week of his Takeover, Gunni steps up with a heavyweight blend of South Asian bangers, UK heat and everything in between! Expect the unexpected! Contains strong language.
...Life - Johnnie Walker Meets Neil Sedaka. In tribute to Neil Sedaka who has sadly passed away, another chance to hear him in conversation with Johnnie Walker at the BBC Radio Theatre.
Sat, Mar 7, 4:00 am
BBC Radio 2
120 mins
One Person Found This Helpful
5/6. The panel game about the online reviews we post - whether wonderful, terrible or downright baffling. From 2024.
Reality series hosted by Ben Shephard. Trust becomes an issue when some chocolate goes missing, and a terrifying crossing over a deep chasm sees the group confront their fears. [SL,S,AD] S1 Ep6
Desiree Burch joins Joe Lycett for some snow-filled shenanigans in Lapland, where they have a crack at ice fishing and get carried away on a sleigh ride. (S12 Ep2/5) [AD,S]
It's the final day of the competition, and the rival B&Bers meet to settle some scores and to find out how much they've been paid - and who's won the week. [S]
Can Robbie and John's traditional Blackpool B&B, The Trafford, impress their well-heeled rivals? The hosts try to sweeten the deal with a lesson in how to make Blackpool rock. [S]
The Greatest Musical Ever Written: Barry makes fun of Adam for taking part in a school musical. Beverly's job as a substitute teacher causes problems for Erica. (S4 Ep8) [AD,S]
Baker and dessert-lover Briony May Williams embarks on a journey to discover whether warnings of the imminent demise of the British pudding are overcooked. [S]
...Executive Office Questions. Questions in Stormont to the Northern Ireland executive, with the deputy first minister Emma Little-Pengelly, on Monday 2 March. [S]
...Chuckie. Chuckie goes into the files and plays some of his favourite Slow Jamz hits. Pressing play on music from The-Dream, B2K, Mariah The Scientist, Bruno Mars and more. Contains strong language.
Sat, Mar 7, 4:30 am
BBC R1X
30 mins
A Short Gentleman
4/4. QC Robert's nemesis approaches, along with Edward, basset hound of doom. Starring Hugh Bonneville. From 2012.
The Bank Job: Peralta and Diaz learn that there's more to Lt Melanie Hawkins' team than meets the eye as they hunt for the gang of bank robbers. (S4 Ep21) [AD,S]
...Martin's Antiques Showdown. Paul and David Elstob race against the clock in York, searching for hidden treasures that could make them a profit in the sale room. (VS) (Ep39)[S]
A fascinating look at American rock band The Doors. Led by Jim Morrison, they were one of the most revolutionary and influential bands of the 60s. (S5, ep 18) [S]
Globetrotters: When Adam creates a video that makes it look as though he and his friends beat Barry at basketball, Barry demands a rematch in the gym. (S4 Ep9) [AD,S]
Kirstie Allsopp shows us how to create beautiful crafts with items we already own. She transforms some fabric by dyeing it with turmeric, and embellishes an old lampshade. [S]
...Executive Office Questions. Questions in Stormont to the Northern Ireland executive, with the deputy first minister Emma Little-Pengelly, on Monday 2 March. [S]
Empty-nester Julie Brogan welcomes her rivals to the grand Sheepy Lodge in Warwickshire, where she faces her worst fear: cooking poached eggs for her guests. [S]
1Xtra celebrates Mr Fiddy Cent! Featuring an hour of his greatest tunes and best moments at the BBC.
Sat, Mar 7, 5:00 am
BBC R1X
60 mins
International Cricket
Live ball-by-ball commentary from ABC in Australia of Australia Women v India Women on day 2 of the only Test at the Western Australia Cricket Association Ground in Perth.
Sat, Mar 7, 5:00 am
BBC R5SX
435 mins
Radio 1's Happy Anthems
Maia Beth provides the happiest tunes to brighten your day.
Lisa's here to make life a little easier with a hand-picked selection of her favourite must-haves. Call free on 0800 200 66 66 or visit www.musthaveideas.tv
Artworks by Gustav Klimt, Amedeo Modigliani, Pablo Picasso and Camille Pissarro are expected to fetch tens of millions of pounds at Sotheby's. (S8, ep 9) [S]
Bride Lauren and music-mad Perry are under the spotlight as they look back on their gig-themed wedding which Perry threw at a popular London music venue. (Ep5) [S]
Husband-and-wife Ricky and Manisha try to win some life-changing money before brainy brothers Alistair and Ashley aim to climb as far up the Limitless Ladder as possible. [SL,S,AD] S5 Ep3
It's the final day of the competition, and the rival B&Bers meet to settle some scores and to find out how much they've been paid - and who's won the week. [S]
The Greatest Musical Ever Written: Barry makes fun of Adam for taking part in a school musical. Beverly's job as a substitute teacher causes problems for Erica. (S4 Ep8) [AD,S]
Artworks by Boudin, Matisse, Dali and and Monet go on offer at Christie's, as does Paul Gauguin's Te Fare, which is expected to fetch up to £18million. (S8, ep 10) [S]
Globetrotters: When Adam creates a video that makes it look as though he and his friends beat Barry at basketball, Barry demands a rematch in the gym. (S4 Ep9) [AD,S]
...Holly's Little Kingdom. Ben is in training for the elf games. Holly wants to join in but the rules state there's no flying or magic allowed. (VS) (S1 Ep12)[S]
The Mixmups find party items and wish they had something to celebrate. The friends decide to mix up an adventure and have a Happy Friends Day Party. (Ep30)[AD,S]
This easy-to-use TV guide helps you find shows with Subtitles, Sign Language or Audio Description on compatible internet connected Freeview Play devices. Check your device at Freeview.co.uk/555
...Harleen Nottay. Tanya Chaundhry joins Harleen Nottay to discuss her male and female perfume company Khane. The pair discuss the influence of her family and how she's built her brand over time.
Sat, Mar 7, 6:00 am
BBC Asian Net.
30 mins
Ian Brannan
Ian is here with Saturday morning music and features.
Sat, Mar 7, 6:00 am
BBC Cumbria
240 mins
Ian Brannan
Ian is here with Saturday morning music and features.
Sat, Mar 7, 6:00 am
BBC Lancashire
240 mins
Simone Riley
Saturday morning news, updates and great music.
Sat, Mar 7, 6:00 am
BBC Manchester
240 mins
Paul Beesley
Billy is here with Saturday morning music and features.
...Blackburn. Tony brings you two hours of music from the best decade ever, with hits from Frank Ifield, The Chiffons and The Rockin' Berries. This week, the top three comes from 1963.
Sat, Mar 7, 6:00 am
BBC Radio 2
120 mins
News, Weather and Papers
The news headlines, including a look at the newspapers.
Baby Jake Loves Flappy Clapping. The adventures of magical Baby Jake and friends. Baby Jake and Pengy Quin go on a snowy adventure and play flappy clapping. Also in HD. [S]
The Heist: The teams each build their own portion of a city-wide heist, in assorted heist opportunities including a bank, an art gallery, a hotel and the docks. (S5 Ep10) [AD,S,SL]
Find information on new channels and how to get in touch with us. And if you are a Freeview Play viewer discover more shows on-demand and how to get the most out of your service.
Rob Howard starts your Saturday and Sunday mornings with the best feel good music and chat. Send a message to Rob on your Alexa, just say... "Alexa, send a comment to Heart".
Adil Ray hosts the game of words as Coronation Street stars Lucy Fallon, Julia Goulding, Jack P Shepherd and Colson Smith go head-to-head in a battle to win big money for charity. [S]
The Legacy of Alice May: Animated adventures. There is a new girl at Crystal Cove High, and she has set her romantic sights on Fred. There's only one problem - Alice is a ghost. [S] S1 Ep6
The definitive word on all the weekend's sports stories. Call the show on 03717 22 33 44 (Calls charged at national rate) or text 81089 (50p + charges).
House of Commons proceedings in Westminster Hall, including debates on strengthening community cohesion, and on environmental protections and biodiversity trends, from Tuesday 3 March. [S]
Bride Lauren and music-mad Perry are under the spotlight as they look back on their gig-themed wedding which Perry threw at a popular London music venue. (Ep5) [S]
Husband-and-wife Ricky and Manisha try to win some life-changing money before brainy brothers Alistair and Ashley aim to climb as far up the Limitless Ladder as possible. [SL,S,AD] S5 Ep3
Travel across the UK with the PAW Patrol, meeting real-life heroic hounds - from medical detection pups to mountain rescue dogs. These pups make a real difference to peoples' lives! (S1 Ep7/10)[S]
Gua Rusa, Borneo. Meet the Go Jetters, four explorers on a global adventure! Grandmaster Glitch's Halloween pumpkin isn't big enough, so he searches for fertilizer to help it grow. Also in HD. [S]
Gerald Giraffe is new to the playgroup and he's trying to make friends, but he finds being so tall makes playing hide and seek quite a challenge! (S5 Ep3)[AD,S]
The big news and sports stories, weather, plus previews of the weekend's sport with Eleanor Oldroyd and Jeanette Kwakye. Text: 85058 (charged at your standard message rate).
In Fear of the Phantom: Animated adventures. Velma's favourite band, the Hex Girls, are in town - and the gang have front row seats. Unfortunately, so does an evil phantom. [S] S1 Ep7
Brian Moore presents football highlights from September 1977 including Arsenal v Nottingham Forest, West Ham United v Newcastle United, and Ipswich Town v Chelsea. [S] S7 Ep3
Woof! Children's animation. Bing and Flop find a lost dog in the park, and Bing decides he wants to keep her. When the owner turns up, Bing is very upset about saying goodbye. Also in HD. [S,AD]
...Harleen Nottay. Sonia Sabri, who runs her own South Asian dance and music company, joins Harleen Nottay to discuss how she became a successful entrepreneur in the arts world.
Extreme Snowy Sports Day. Love Monster brings Monster Teddy extreme skiing on Mount Fluffaroo even though he isn't tall enough and must rescue him when he falls from the ski lift. Also in HD. [S]
Alan Titchmarsh, Frances Tophill and the team create two stylish contemporary gardens for a family in Manchester and a teenager and her gran in Liverpool. [S,AD]
Package Deal: Thinking he's been offered a job at FedEx, Doug tries to renegotiate his package at work. Meanwhile, Carrie overdoes it with the fake tan. (S3 Ep19/25) [AD,S]
Halloween: Animated adventure series. The gang goes trick or treating on Halloween night, but the experience goes wrong when Fred runs into a witch that he met before 11 years ago. [S] S2 Ep7
Pancake's Syncing Feeling. Pancake is worried about spoiling the synchronised swim team's contest hopes, because of his two left flippers. Also in HD. [S,AD]
...Sarover Aulja. Sarover reminds you that healing doesn't need an apology. Choose yourself, set boundaries and move forward with peace, power and main character energy.
Sat, Mar 7, 7:00 am
BBC Asian Net.
60 mins
Swarzy
Wake up with Swarzy for bold energy, fire tunes, a fresh smoothie and one mystery game that always gets messy. Expect bangers, chaos and something you didn't see coming.
Sat, Mar 7, 7:00 am
BBC R1X
180 mins
Radio 1 Weekend Breakfast with...
...James Cusack. James Cusack entertains the nation with Radio 1 Weekend Breakfast!
Hot and Cold. Volcanic smoke blocks the three Proximan suns, which causes Big Lizard to become worryingly cold. Cosima's on the case and comes up with a superhot solution! Also in HD. [S,AD]
The Heist: The teams each build their own portion of a city-wide heist, in assorted heist opportunities including a bank, an art gallery, a hotel and the docks. (S5 Ep10) [AD,S,SL]
Adil Ray hosts the game of words as Coronation Street stars Lucy Fallon, Julia Goulding, Jack P Shepherd and Colson Smith go head-to-head in a battle to win big money for charity. [S]
A client of Wayne's wants one of every production model Ford from 1935-40. First stop is the Ft. Lauderdale sale where bidding is as hot as the Florida sun. S6/Ep9
How advances in technology can expose a murderous liar, such as the man who staged his wife's suicide to cash in a $100,000 life insurance policy. S5/Ep1
Screama Donna: Animated adventure series. In order to solve the mystery of a ghostly performer haunting her former venue, the gang has to pretend to be a rock band themselves! [S] S1 Ep9
The Trojan Horse: Wycliffe is sceptical about a man's distraught claims about his missing wife until a ransom note is found and a body is discovered at the wheel of a crashed car. [SL,S] S2 Ep2
Mission Birthday. It's Weasy's birthday! He is keen to find out if the Ducklings got him his dream present, but he keeps ruining their party preparations. Also in HD. [S]
Apple. Live from the Roots and Fruits theatre, it's Apple singing in celebration of her great-great-grandad Apple Tree's hundredth birthday. Also in HD. [S] Followed by My Petsaurus.
Playing 'Capture the Piggy', Pip and Zac can't agree on a plan to evade 'evil queen' Posy and capture Piggy. So they have to learn how to work together. (S2 Ep50)[S]
Undercover Tomato. Tomato paints himself green and goes undercover as a Mini Pea to discover how Evil Pea is firing them at Tato Tower. He makes an unexpected new Mini Pea friend. Also in HD. [S,AD]
The New Wand. When a witch struggles to master her new wand, Twinkle decides to have a go, only to make her friends vanish. She must now go on a solo quest to find them. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Heroes in a Half-Pipe. Animated series. Dennis needs to pull off a stunt to save the skate park from closure, so Gran gives him the skateboard of the legendary Kendo 360 to help. [S]
Brian Moore presents action from September 1977 including Fulham v Tottenham Hotspur in the Second Division, Manchester City v Manchester United, and Leicester City v Everton. [S] S7 Ep4
The Woohoos find a strange net-like thing in the woods and wonder what it is, and who made it. They discover that spiders make sticky webs to catch flies. (S1 Ep50)[S]
Chalk Dinosaur. Children's animation. Bing draws a fabulous stripy, spotty, zig-zag dinosaur, but just as he has finished, a rain shower washes the chalk dinosaur away. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Joining Alan at Manor Farm are Hannah Waddingham, Dame Mary Berry, and Michael Praed to provide the chat as we shine a light on the tradition of horse logging. [S]
The Aussie Soap One: Australia-born Adam is taking a risk planning an '80s Aussie soap' wedding when his bride-to-be Rachel is hoping for something classy and sophisticated... [S]
Alan Titchmarsh, Frances Tophill and the team create two stylish contemporary gardens for a family in Manchester and a teenager and her gran in Liverpool. [S,AD]
Rural Casa Niagara: House-hunting show. Barry is recently divorced and looking for a new beginning in Niagara-on-the-Lake with a big home to house himself and his two daughters. [SL,S] S1 Ep22
Wayne's client has a 1973 Daytona Spyder painted "restoration red". Not a look that will stand out at the Cavallino Classic, a prestigious Ferrari concourse. S6/Ep10
Cat Crusader III. Exhausted by all her superhero work, Cat asks Mr Boots to be her sidekick. However, Cat gets jealous when it turns out that Mr Boots is better at being a superhero than she is. [S]
Package Deal: Thinking he's been offered a job at FedEx, Doug tries to renegotiate his package at work. Meanwhile, Carrie overdoes it with the fake tan. (S3 Ep19/25) [AD,S]
Samba de Amigo. It's time for Samba de Amigo! Two teams, guided by pro gamer Jelly, dance their way to victory. Which team will make it through? Also in HD. [S]
Norrie's First Day. Norrie and her friends reflect on their first meeting and how Norrie enjoyed the peace of the Clubhouse away from her 72 siblings. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Maasai Mara National Park, Kenya. Animated adventure comedy series. The team roars into action as Glitch tries to take a selfie with a lion in the Maasai Mara. Also in HD. [S]
Reality series. Roman throws a party where Dan and Ella aren't in any mood to celebrate, Ella and Amber come face-to-face, and some familiar faces return to surprise Harry. [S] S34 Ep11
Mark and Stuart present a feast of great music and comedian Sam Campbell shares his 'First, Last and Everything' and chats about the new series of 'Last One Laughing.'.
...SMASHBengali. SMASHBengali takes charge of your weekend wake-up.
Sat, Mar 7, 8:00 am
BBC Asian Net.
120 mins
Dermot O'Leary
Join Dermot for star guests, some classic vinyl, a wedding call and The Mystery Voice. To listen on most smart speakers just say 'Ask BBC Sounds to play Dermot O'Leary'.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Sat, Mar 7, 8:00 am
BBC World Sv.
6 mins
Winter Paralympics 2026: Live
Day 1 begins with the Para Alpine Downhill including Neil Simpson, the first British male to win gold on the snow. And will the GB Wheelchair Curling Mixed Team brush Slovakia aside? [S]
Wayne auctions off a number of offbeat rides, including a Willys MB Jeep, a Jones Grand Prix Hydroplane boat and a nostalgic Ford F250 Good Humor Truck. S6/Ep11
Documentary exploring the extreme measures people take to break US security laws and America's desperate fight against drugs, illegal immigration and terrorism. (S1, ep 11) [S,AD]
Cosmic Cabbies. Callum transforms Adam and Joe into aliens, challenging them to take members of the public around in their UFO taxis and protect their backs from a Sharky-shaped storm! Also in HD. [S]
The Tale of the Lost Tunnels. Animated series. When Benjamin gets lost in a network of underground tunnels, Peter and Lily set out to find him. Also in HD. [S,AD]
The Gift of Promise: When a businesswoman is bludgeoned to death, it looks like a case of blackmail gone wrong. But there is a decades-old secret at the heart of the case. [SL,S,AD] S5 Ep4
Sweet Smell of Success: Sitcom with Chigwell's most famous sisters. In an effort to raise some cash, Tracey thinks about selling Darryl's old car. Sharon becomes a saleswoman. [S]
Cinema. When Duck gets a job in a cinema projection room, Frog manages to accidentally break the projector. Can Frog save the day and entertain the audience himself? [S,AD]
The Cadets visit Dogs Trust to put Nellie the dog through her paces in some fun agility training and spend time socialising with a group of adorable new puppies. (S2 Ep7)[S]
Ticket Inspector. Duck and Frog are working on a train, but when Frog lets it slip that there is a celebrity on board, the rest of the passengers cause chaos as they try to get a picture. [S,AD]
The Marine Iguanas. Animated deep sea adventures with Captain Barnacles and his explorers. The Octonauts prepare for their annual seaweed feast near the Galapagos Islands. Also in HD. [S,AD]
The Colonel's Lady: Colonel George Peregrine's comfortable life is disturbed when his wife writes a bestselling raunchy novel. Is this evidence that she's having an affair? (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]
Nothing before or since has equalled the splendour and magnificence of Tutankhamun but is there a darker secret held within. Narrated by Robert Powell.
Joining Alan at Manor Farm are Hannah Waddingham, Dame Mary Berry, and Michael Praed to provide the chat as we shine a light on the tradition of horse logging. [S]
When a naked mole rat princess goes missing, Sam and Kit are called in to find her. But the open desert is no place for a defenceless mole rat. (S1 Ep5)[AD,S]
Truth Be Told: After reconnecting on Facebook, Phil invites his old high school girlfriend to drop by the house, but the friendly visit quickly turns into trouble. (S1 Ep17) [AD,S]
The Aussie Soap One: Australia-born Adam is taking a risk planning an '80s Aussie soap' wedding when his bride-to-be Rachel is hoping for something classy and sophisticated... [S]
Wayne flies out to Oregon for a killer find, an untouched 1932 Stutz DV32. But can he get it back up and running, before selling it on for a profit? S6/Ep12
Nothing before or since has equalled the splendour and magnificence of Tutankhamun but is there a darker secret held within. Narrated by Robert Powell.
...Takeover. World Book Day Takeover. Harry Potter's Weasley twins, James and Oliver Phelps, taste-test iconic foods from famous books to celebrate World Book Day. Also in HD. [S]
Leading a Duck to Water. Callum challenges the bros to lead his giant rubber duck to water, as Adam decides to take Quakius Maximus to the skies. And both bros face the Gladiators referees. [S]
Muesli: Drop in for a cuppa with the Essex sisters. Tracey decides to experience Darryl's ordeal behind bars by creating her own prison in the attic, with Sharon as her cellmate. [S]
This unique series narrated by Sir Tony Robinson uses home movie archive footage to reveal life in 20th-century Britain as never seen before - this episode features footage from the 1950s. S1 E3
Reality series. Bombshell news sends shockwaves through the Essex crew on a night out, Dan and Ella are happier than ever, and Harry decides to focus on himself. [S] S35 Ep1
Lee Juggurnauth helps Liz and Ian find their dream holiday home on Greece's Mani Peninsula, where they can enjoy the sunny climate and their love of outdoor sports, for a budget of £280k. [S]
The Surgeon: When wealthy Prince Zawi gives surgeon Robert Sandy a diamond for saving his life, the doctor finds that his new jewel is really more of a liability than an asset. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]
...Friends. Loud and Quiet. Ben and friends explore loud and quiet sounds at the park. Meanwhile, Grandad is napping, and Mr Tumble needs to keep quiet. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Jimmy is waking you up on your Saturday morning with our fave celebrity friends and the biggest songs in the world right now | @CapitalOfficial
Sat, Mar 7, 9:00 am
Capital
180 mins
Winter Paralympics 2026: Live
Day 1 begins with the Para Alpine Downhill including Neil Simpson, the first British male to win gold on the snow. And will the GB Wheelchair Curling Mixed Team brush Slovakia aside? [S]
Sat, Mar 7, 9:00 am
Channel 4+1
150 mins
The Classic FM Hall of Fame Hour
Tim brings you an hour of the biggest classical hits from the Classic FM Hall of Fame - the annual Top 300 chart voted for by you.
Starry Night: Jay and Mitchell set out on their traditional father-son outing to see the meteor showers, but Mitchell is surprised to see that Manny will be joining them. (S1 Ep18) [AD,S]
Drew goes mad in Dorset buying quirky items. Twin sisters show their late father's legacy - vintage cars and steam train memorabilia. Plus, Drew visits Luton's oldest hat makers. S10/Ep5
Documentary exploring the extreme measures people take to break US security laws and America's desperate fight against drugs, illegal immigration and terrorism. (S1, ep 12) [S,AD]
Keep Off the Grass: The classic Essex girls sitcom. Tracey and Sharon are faced with a moral dilemma when they witness the getaway of a criminal they know after a hold-up. [S]
Ben journeys into Zambia to live with a British family who have built a safari lodge on the edge of a national park, overcoming fire, flooding and dangerous wildlife. (S17 Ep7)[S]
The Verger: When devoted verger Albert is forced to resign, he sets out to build a new life. But can he succeed in a modern world that has little time for his old-fashioned ways? (S9, ep 4) [S,AD]
Game Changer: Mitchell decides to toughen up, Cameron gets involved in a neighbour's marital problems, and it's Jay against Gloria and Manny in chess. (S1 Ep19) [AD,S]
Truth Be Told: After reconnecting on Facebook, Phil invites his old high school girlfriend to drop by the house, but the friendly visit quickly turns into trouble. (S1 Ep17) [AD,S]
James cooks up a feast of delicious food for comedian Alan Davies, enjoys a dish from chef Sami Tamimi, and learns all about beans with gardener David Domoney. [S]
...Wanderers v Liverpool. Fifth-round action from Molineux in the FA Cup as four-time winners Wolves take on eight-time winners Liverpool, with a place in the quarter-finals at stake.
The Mystery Badge. The Squirrels go to a fancy party at King Tiger's house and become embroiled in a mystery when the prized ruby centrepiece disappears from his party crown. Also in HD. [S,AD]
...Liverpool. Fifth-round action from Molineux in the FA Cup as four-time winners Wolves take on eight-time winners Liverpool, with a place in the quarter-finals at stake.
Reality series. Emotions run high when Jodie and Diags discuss their split, tensions rise when Dani and Harry bump into Junaid and Freddie, and Dan invites his mum to meet Ella. [S] S35 Ep2
American pilots fought the enemy in the skies during the Vietnam War, but were these enemy pilots North Vietnamese or from another communist country? S2 E8: Vietnam Alpha Strike
Black Virgin of Vladimir - Part Two: Second of a two-parter with that scoundrel of the antique showrooms. Lovejoy tries to recover money from an unscrupulous antiques dealer. [S]
In Cambridge, marketing consultant Matt hopes to deliver the whole package, with a home-grown menu and some outdoor fun and games. And things get competitive at the coconut shy. (Ep3/5) [S]
Romesh brings the laughs, soundtracked by great music. As well as chatting to brilliant guests, he's sharing your hilarious stories, so you can start your Saturday with a smile!
Sat, Mar 7, 10:00 am
BBC Radio 2
180 mins
You're Dead To Me
Greg Jenner is joined in nineteenth-century China by historian Professor Yangwen Zheng and comedian Sophie Duker to learn about the Qing dynasty ruler Empress Dowager Cixi.
Benched: When Luke and Manny's hot-tempered basketball coach quits in the middle of a game, Jay and Phil both jockey to fill the position. (S1 Ep20) [AD,S]
The One with All the Pigs: Billy believes the sty's the limit as he plans a pig-themed wedding involving a world-record parade of porkers. Will bride Steph kick up a stink at Billy's plans? [S]
Starry Night: Jay and Mitchell set out on their traditional father-son outing to see the meteor showers, but Mitchell is surprised to see that Manny will be joining them. (S1 Ep18) [AD,S]
Laura Hamilton helps Dawn and her son Charlie look for the perfect holiday home for all their family and friends in the town of Tavira, on Portugal's eastern Algarve, for their £180k. [S]
Angus helps an RAF hero sell a rare SAS diary to raise cash for veterans. Also, a man parts with 250 cars, hoping to fund the cruise of a lifetime. S6/Ep7
The Facts Of Life: When sheltered young man Nicholas travels to London to compete in a fencing competition, he gets caught up in a very strange adventure. (S9, ep 5) [S,AD]
Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S11, ep 13) [S]
American pilots fought the enemy in the skies during the Vietnam War, but were these enemy pilots North Vietnamese or from another communist country? S2 E8: Vietnam Alpha Strike
Dramatisation of the life of tenor Enrico Caruso, from his days singing on the street corners of Naples to his sensational success in America. Also in HD. [1951] [S]
Greenshaw's Folly: Miss Marple helps a friend seek refuge at Greenshaw's Folly. But a shadow soon begins to fall over the various inhabitants living there. [S,AD] S6 Ep2
Ben travels to the small remote island of Flores - home to Magnus, Lucy and one-year-old Frey, who live in an off-grid cottage on a steep sloped mountain. (S17 Ep8)
Beat the Bus. New teacher Miss Mistry is taking Class 3C on a trip to Flumes o' Doom theme park. If anyone is a nano-second late, the bus leaves without them. [S]
Nomads, Mongolia. Meet the Go Jetters, four explorers on a global adventure! Grandmaster Glitch offends some nomads in Mongolia, so it's down to the Go Jetters to take the reins. Also in HD. [S]
Day 1 continues as Scott Meenagh competes in his third and final Paralympics. Plus, after fighting to be fit, can Menna Fitzpatrick make her mark on the Alpine Skiing Downhill? [AD,S]
Grasshopper Also: In Carlstadt, New Jersey, Gordon Ramsay attempts to save the Grasshopper Also, a family-owned Irish restaurant that's on its last legs. (S4 Ep4) [S]
Game Changer: Mitchell decides to toughen up, Cameron gets involved in a neighbour's marital problems, and it's Jay against Gloria and Manny in chess. (S1 Ep19) [AD,S]
James cooks up a feast of delicious food for comedian Alan Davies, enjoys a dish from chef Sami Tamimi, and learns all about beans with gardener David Domoney. [S]
Brian Moore introduces football highlights from October 1971 that include a rampant Tottenham Hotspur against Nottingham Forest at White Hart Lane and Partick Thistle vs Celtic. [S] S10 Ep7
Wink Three Times: When a timid provincial solicitor visits a smart London hotel on a business trip, he becomes embroiled in a curious case of mistaken identity. (S9, ep 6) [S,AD]
Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S11, ep 14) [S]
Danger at C Level. Animated series. Danger Mouse is forced to choose between dedication to duty and friendship when he battles the Baron in his underwater base. [S,AD]
Mission Cow. Weasy smashes a hole in the grain store with his boomerang. The farmer thinks his cow is to blame and decides to sell it. The Ducklings need to sort this out! Also in HD. [S]
Balloon Quest. The heroes discover that their latest quest - delivering 30 birthday balloons to Mr Friendlyface's cousin - isn't as easy as they expected. [S,AD] Followed by Sketchy Comedy.
Friends in High Places: Lighthearted drama with the raffish antiques dealer. After six months in Spain, Lovejoy returns to renew old friendships and start a new romance! [S]
On the final night in Cambridge, Scouser David Goodier hopes to show his southern rivals how to throw a winning dinner party, with a 1960s Merseybeat theme. (Ep5/5) [S]
Will you be able to guess the film from our cryptic commentary, or will you be Lost in Bollywood? Vallisa also celebrates Holi with a special Bollywood Sing-Along Anthems!
The Aussie Soap One: Australian-born Adam is taking a risk planning an '80s Aussie soap' wedding when his bride-to-be Rachel is hoping for something classy and sophisticated. [S]
Benched: When Luke and Manny's hot-tempered basketball coach quits in the middle of a game, Jay and Phil both jockey to fill the position. (S1 Ep20) [AD,S]
(1957) Comedy. Kenneth More stars as the perfect butler, who assumes command when he, his aristocratic employer (Cecil Parker) and his family and friends are shipwrecked on a desert island.
Mandy and Rae are planning a permanent move to Famagusta in eastern Cyprus. Jasmine Harman helps them find the perfect retirement property for their £150k budget. [S]
Angus helps a woman turn her collection into a mind-boggling sum at auction, and he has an opportunity to score with some rare football memorabilia. S6/Ep8
The Jar: Charlie buys a strange jar at a carnival. His wife is scared of it, but townspeople come from miles to see it and Charlie becomes a local celebrity. (S2, ep 17) [S]
Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S11, ep 15) [S]
The Yakovlev Yak-1 was a Soviet fighter aircraft of World War II - it was a single-seat monoplane with a composite structure and wooden wings and was a fast and competitive fighter aircraft. S3 E4
The Yakovlev Yak-1 was a Soviet fighter aircraft of World War II - it was a single-seat monoplane with a composite structure and wooden wings and was a fast and competitive fighter aircraft. S3 E4
Solutions for canine issues. Sally and Ryan have a nine-month-old border collie River, who is seriously anti-social - he won't let anyone come near the house without kicking off. (S3 Ep 11)[S]
In South Wales, farm girl Claire treats her guests to a traditional, hearty Welsh spread and farm-themed games. Will her farm charm impress? Or will her night end up a mucky mess? (Ep1/5) [S]
Unspun World provides an unvarnished version of the week's major global news stories - reliable, honest and essential viewing with the BBC's world affairs editor, John Simpson. [S]
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Sat, Mar 7, 11:30 am
BBC World Sv.
2 mins
Blue Peter: World Book Day...
...Takeover. World Book Day Takeover. Harry Potter's Weasley twins, James and Oliver Phelps, taste-test iconic foods from famous books to celebrate World Book Day. [S]
Day 1 continues as Scott Meenagh competes in his third and final Paralympics. Plus, after fighting to be fit, can Menna Fitzpatrick make her mark on the Alpine Skiing Downhill? [AD,S]
Davide: In Boston, Gordon Ramsay visits Davide, an Italian restaurant that's been run into the ground by brothers Frank and Anthony. Can they learn to trust each other again? (S4 Ep5) [S]
Grasshopper Also: In Carlstadt, New Jersey, Gordon Ramsay attempts to save the Grasshopper Also, a family-owned Irish restaurant that's on its last legs. (S4 Ep4) [S]
Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S11, ep 16) [S]
The Creeping Man: A professor refuses to believe his daughter's story of an intruder who appears at her bedroom window, but Holmes investigates. [S,AD] S3 Ep6
T-Rex and Roar. Children's dinosaur history series. Andy travels back 65 million years to the time of Tyrannosaurus rex - his favourite dinosaur of all time. Also in HD. [S,AD]
The series begins before the First World War when military commanders struggled to understand what uses aviation might have. Ep1: Useless For The Purposes Of War
