On the Radio Seven days

Today Gabby Logan Radio 2, 11am

Gabby sits in for Michael Ball and chats to singer Gabrielle about her latest album. She also interviews author Lynda La Plante, who is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Prime Suspect. Plus, listeners’ Sunday Boasts.

Monday

Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s Kitchen Disco, Radio 2, 5pm Chart-topper Sophie lifted our spirits during the initial lockdown last year with her online discos. She presents another two hours of tunes to dance and sing along to.

Tuesday Gary Davies Radio 2, 9.30am

Steps’ Claire Richards joins Gary Davies to select her Tracks Of My Years, as Ken Bruce takes an Easter break. Gary also has another round of Popmaster, the legendary music quiz.

Wednesday Athena’s Cancel Culture Radio 4, 11am

Toxic online trend, or deserved comeuppance for mouthy celebs with big egos? Comedian Athena Kugblenu looks at the phenomenon of cancel culture.

Thursday Jo Whiley Radio 2, 7pm

Tom Jones, weeks away from turning 80, is busier than ever. He is Jo’s guest and chats about his new album. Plus, there’s the Shiny Happy Playlist, 30 minutes of feel-good music to kick off the show.

Friday In Concert Radio 3, 7.30pm

Simon Rattle and the London Symphony Orchestra perform a special strings concert including Barber’s moving Adagio and Vaughan William’s other-worldly Fantasia On A Theme by Thomas Tallis.

Saturday Duran At 40 Radio 2, 9pm

Presenter and devoted Duranie Claudia Winkleman talks to the chart-toppers about their four-decade career.