BBC Radio Foyle Schedule Saturday 8 August 2026

Schedule

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Early
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Late

Early
1. 00:00
  RU...—RU Fleadh Ready? Part 2
  A playlist showcasing the tracks and artists performing at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026.
2. 00:57
  As BBC Radio 5 live—As BBC Radio 5 live
  BBC Radio Ulster joins BBC Radio 5 live.
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Morning
1. 06:30
  Kerry McLean—08/08/2026
  Kerry presents a special mix of great music, chat and requests to start your Saturday.
2. 08:00
  BBC News NI update—08/08/2026
  The latest national and international news.
3. 08:05
  Your Place and Mine—08/08/2026
  The people, places and stories that make Northern Ireland unique. Presented by Eve Blair.
4. 09:00
  BBC News NI update—08/08/2026
  The latest national and international news.
5. 09:03
  Gardeners' Corner—08/08/2026
  The weekly gardening programme for keen gardeners with the latest advice.
6. 10:00
  BBC News NI update—08/08/2026
  The latest national and international news.
7. 10:03
  Consumer Fight Back—08/08/2026
  The team that makes things better for consumers everywhere.
8. 11:00
  BBC News NI update—08/08/2026
  The latest national and international news.
9. 11:03
  Saturday with John Toal—08/08/2026
  John Toal with tales of family and community life, plus great recipes, craic and music.
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Afternoon
1. 13:00
  BBC News NI update—08/08/2026
  The latest national and international news.
2. 13:05
  Your Farm and Mine—Series 2, Climate Change, The Storytelling Project and Celebrity Livestock
  Shannon Porter joins Eve in the studio for a lively discussion on all things farming,
3. 13:30
  Storytellers—Twist, by Colum McCann, Episode 7
  Fennell confronts Conway about some inconsistencies he has discovered in his story.
4. 13:45
  Storytellers—Twist, by Colum McCann, Episode 8
  In Accra, Fennell waits for news of Conway.
5. 14:00
  BBC News NI update—08/08/2026
  The latest national and international news.
6. 14:03
  Sportsound—08/08/2026
  Orla Bannon presents coverage of the Irish Premiership with live commentary and reports.
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Evening
1. 18:00
  BBC News NI update—08/08/2026
  The latest national and international news.
2. 18:05
  Taylor Johnson—08/08/2026
  The best bangers from Britpop to Big Beat and forgotten classics.
3. 19:00
  BBC News NI update—08/08/2026
  The latest national and international news.
4. 19:03
  BBC Introducing in Northern Ireland with Taylor Johnson—08/08/2026
  Discover your next favourite artist.
5. 20:00
  BBC News NI update—08/08/2026
  The latest national and international news.
6. 20:03
  RU...—RU Fleadh Ready? Part 1
  A playlist showcasing the tracks and artists performing at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026.
7. 21:00
  BBC News NI update—08/08/2026
  The latest national and international news.
8. 21:03
  RU...—RU... Feeling Folk Piano?
  A gentle folk escape where every song trades guitars for ivory, in pure, piano led calm.
9. 22:00
  BBC News NI update—08/08/2026
  The latest national and international news.
10. 22:03
  The Late Show with Mike Edgar—08/08/2026
  A handpicked mix of uplifting and mellow sounds for Saturday night.
11. 23:55
  BBC News NI update—08/08/2026
  The latest national and international news.
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Late
1. 00:00
  Long Player with Steven Rainey—The Bluetones - Expecting to Fly
  A chiming, beguiling debut album sees the Bluetones becoming the biggest band in Britpop.
2. 01:00
  As BBC Radio 5 live—As BBC Radio 5 live
  BBC Radio Ulster joins BBC Radio 5 live.