BBC Radio 2 announces a new schedule with Scott Mills as the new weekday morning presenter.
- The changes come as Zoe Ball steps down after six years at the helm of the celebrated breakfast show.
- Trevor Nelson and DJ Spoony are set to have expanded roles in the revised programming lineup.
- Listeners can look forward to Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s extended ‘Kitchen Disco’ on Friday nights.
- These schedule adjustments will take effect in January 2025, offering fresh content to the station’s audience.
Radio 2, the most popular station in the UK with 13.3 million weekly listeners, is undergoing a schedule transformation. The key highlight is Scott Mills taking over the weekday breakfast show, a significant move following Zoe Ball’s decision to vacate the position. Ball will remain on the station, with more details to follow soon.
Scott Mills, a seasoned broadcaster, expressed his excitement and gratitude to follow in the footsteps of legendary presenters like Sir Terry and Chris. Mills remarked, “Zoe and I have been such good friends now for over 25 years… It really is a lifelong dream come true to follow in the footsteps of Sir Terry, Chris, and Zoe.” His career in radio began at age 16, and his experience is anticipated to bring a dynamic edge to the breakfast slot.
Zoe Ball spoke fondly of Mills, reflecting on their long-standing friendship and his achievements over the past year, including a high-profile marriage and a successful year in broadcasting. Ball enthused, “Scott and I go way back to our Radio 1 days… Breakfast has always been his dream, and what a year he’s had…”
Helen Thomas, the head of Radio 2, highlighted Mills’ accolades, noting his recent Gold award for Best Music Entertainment Show. Thomas sees Mills as a perfect fit for waking up millions of listeners with his vibrant personality each day.
Trevor Nelson will now captivate audiences in the weekday afternoon slot, bringing his well-known segment, ‘Five Seconds to Name.’ Alongside, DJ Spoony will expand ‘The Good Groove,’ transitioning from a single show to a nightly fixture from Monday to Thursday.
Additionally, Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s ‘Kitchen Disco,’ known for its lively and interactive broadcasts, will expand its duration. Her show, originally a BBC Sounds commission, promises an extended dance-filled experience on Friday evenings, beginning at 9 PM.
These programming shifts at BBC Radio 2 aim to refresh its offerings and engage its vast audience base anew.
