On the Radio Seven days

Today The Most Important Least Important Thing World Service, 2pm

“Football,” Arrigo Sacchi once said,“is the most important of the least important things in life”. Taking her cue from the legendary ex-ac Milan coach, Clare Balding considers the meaning of sport and looks at the void created by the absence of events like Wimbledon and the Olympics this summer. Tennis great Martina Navratilova is among the contributors.

Monday My Name Is... Radio 4, 11.30am

Series spotlighting experts with firsthand experience of a newsworthy issue. Hospital doctor Fozia Hayat investigates the dangers of fake news and the threat it poses to the NHS during the pandemic.

Tuesday Pete Paphides Soho Radio, noon

The author and music journalist’s vinyl collection is second to none. He digs into his vast selection of old 45s for two hours of sublime tracks.

Wednesday For The Love Of Leo Radio 4, 11.30am

Guilt, BBC Scotland’s hit comedy thriller, frustratingly isn’t back on the small screen until next year, so here’s a little something to pass the time with one of its stars. Mark Bonnar returns for a second series as widower Leo in Michael Chaplin’s warm-hearted comedy about love and loss.

Thursday Mary Anne Hobbs 6 Music, 1pm

In a treat for Prince fans, Mary Anne plays the Sign o’the Times album in full, while telling the stories behind its recording.

Friday Tony Blackburn’s Golden Hour Radio 2, 7pm

An Elvis special packed with The King’s hits, and covers.

Saturday From My Home To Yours Radio 2, midnight

Locked down in New Jersey, superstar-turned-dj Bruce Springsteen plays an hour of his favourite music.