On the Radio

Seven days

Today

Forgotten ’80s Absolute ’80s, 9pm

Unsung gems and obscure classics from a decade of great pop, with sprinklings of chart trivia from knowledgeable host Matt Rudd.

Monday

The Miller’s Dance Radio 4 FM, 12.04pm

If you’ve been missing the hit TV drama starring Aidan Turner, then feast on this adaptation of Winston Graham’s ninth Poldark novel, read by Richard Goulding. The play rejoins the characters in 1812.

Tuesday

Scotland’s Uncivil War Radio 4, 8pm

In March, former First Minister Alex Salmond was cleared of all charges at the end of a two-week sexual assault trial. Journalist Dani Garavelli, who covered every day of the trial, explores splits within the SNP and looks at how the divisions could affect Scotland’s future.

Wednesday

Ken Bruce Radio 2, 9.30am

Rocker Alice Cooper chooses his all-time favourite songs in Tracks Of My Years, including classics from the Yardbirds and Eurythmics. Plus there’s Popmaster.

Thursday

The Country Show Radio 2, 9pm

Bob Harris first took to the airwaves on August 19, 1970, as a Radio 1 presenter. He looks back on his half-century as a broadcaster with a special show featuring live music from Mary Chapin Carpenter.

Friday

Crowd Science: How Can I Catch Yeast To Bake Bread? World Service, 8.30pm

Presenter Marnie Chesterton, who created her own yeast during lockdown, answers listeners’ questions about the thing that makes bread rise, and talks to a geneticist who uses science to brew the perfect beer.

Saturday

The Huey Show 6 Music, 11am

The Fun Lovin’ Criminals singer presents funky weekend tunes.