BBC Radio 1 Schedule – Timeline for Weekdays and Weekend!

BBC Radio 1 has recently confirmed a shake-up in its schedule, introducing new presenters and shows while making adjustments to existing programs effective from July 2024.

BBC Radio 1 Schedule

BBC Radio 1 in 2024 continues to offer a diverse range of music and shows, catering to various tastes and demographics. Here’s a summary of what you can expect:

• Big Weekend: The highly anticipated annual festival will be held in Stockwood Park, Luton, from May 24th to 26th, 2024. The full lineup of artists is yet to be announced, but tickets are expected to be available soon.
• Schedule Changes (July 2024): Several significant changes are planned for the schedule starting in July:
• Weekdays:
  • Early Breakfast: Dean McCullough takes over, broadcasting from Salford.
  • Daytime Shows: New line-up with Jack Saunders and Charlie Puth joining the roster.
  • Afternoon Show: Matt Edmondson and Mollie King’s popular show moves to weekdays.
  • New Show: “Going Home” with Katie Thistleton, Vick Hope & Jamie Laing takes over weekday afternoons.
• Weekends:
  • New Show: “Anthems, 00s, and 10s” hosted by Vicky Hawkesworth and Nat O’Leary replaces the existing slot on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
• Established Shows: Many beloved shows remain, like:
  • Scott Mills with “The Official Chart Show” on Friday evenings.
  • Greg James hosting the “Sunday Lunch” show.
  • Zane Lowe curating “In New Music We Trust” on Sundays.
• Dance Music: BBC Radio 1 Dance Weekend in Ibiza will take place from August 2nd to 4th, 2024, bringing together renowned DJs and electronic music enthusiasts.

BBC Radio 1 Schedule Timeline

BBC Radio 1, renowned for its diverse music selection and engaging presenters, undergoes occasional schedule updates to keep things fresh and cater to evolving listener preferences. As of 2024, several noteworthy changes have been implemented, effective from July 2024:

Weekdays (Monday – Thursday):

• Early Breakfast (5:00 AM – 7:00 AM): Dean McCullough takes the reins, broadcasting live from Salford starting in July, with Arielle Free moving to a new Dance Show on Thursdays at 8:00 PM.
• Breakfast Show (7:00 AM – 10:30 AM): Greg James continues to wake you up with his signature blend of news, music, and humour.
• Daytime Shows (10:30 AM – 1:00 PM): From Monday to Thursday, the schedule features a rotation of presenters:
  • Monday: Clara Amfo steps down from her daily show, replaced by Jack Saunders hosting “Future Sounds.”
  • Tuesday: Charlie Puth takes over with a brand new show.
  • Wednesday: Mollie King joins Matt Edmondson for their highly anticipated weekday show.
  • Thursday: Vick Hope keeps listeners company.
• Afternoon Show (1:00 PM – 3:30 PM): Matt Edmondson and Mollie King’s popular show takes over weekdays, offering a lively mix of music and chat.
• Going Home with Katie Thistleton, Vick Hope & Jamie Laing (3:30 PM – 6:30 PM): This new show provides the perfect soundtrack to your commute home, combining music with engaging conversation.
• Drivetime with Charlie Hedges (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM): Charlie Hedges continues to steer you through the evening with his trademark selection of tunes and interviews.
• Future Pop with Mollie King (8:00 PM – 10:00 PM): Mollie keeps the party going with her curated selection of the hottest pop music.
• Shows Beyond 10:00 PM: Weekdays feature various presenters like Annie Mac, Danny Howard, and Nick Grimshaw, offering diverse music genres throughout the night.

Weekends (Friday – Sunday):

• Weekends get a shake-up in July: Vicky Hawkesworth joins Nat O’Leary to present “Anthems, 00s, and 10s” from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
• Until July: Danny Beard, from RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, fills in for Katie Thistleton’s usual weekend shows.
• Other established weekend shows remain, including:
  • Scott Mills with “The Official Chart Show” on Friday evenings.
  • Greg James hosting the “Sunday Lunch” show.
  • Zane Lowe curating “In New Music We Trust” on Sundays.

What are the new shows added to the summer schedule of BBC Radio 1?

The new summer schedule of BBC Radio 1 includes several new shows and presenters. Here are the key additions:

Yinka Bokinni and Conor Knight: 

• Yinka Bokinni and Conor Knight will take over the Friday Early Breakfast slot as part of a monthly rotation, with Yinka starting in August and Conor kicking off the rotation in July.

Arielle Free: 

• Arielle Free will take over Radio 1’s Future Artists slot, hosting a new dance show on Thursday nights starting in April 2024.

Jack Saunders: 

• Jack Saunders will take over Radio 1’s Future Sounds show, starting on April 15th.

Alyx Holcombe: 

• Alyx Holcombe will take over the hosting duties of Radio 1’s Indie Show every Sunday, starting from 7 pm.

Shanequa Paris: 

• Shanequa Paris will join Katie Thistleton to co-host Radio 1’s Life Hacks on Sundays from 4 pm to 6 pm.