Ben Jackson Episodes Episode guide
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What hobbies have you embraced?
Ben talks birdwatching, work meetings and the forgotten soldiers from the Second World War
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What do you do to improve your wellbeing?
Ben discusses wellbeing, the latest on Keir Starmer, and a new episode of Roman Leicester.
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Keir Starmer: Should he stay, or should he go?
Ben reacts to Keir Starmer's speech, sun bed wars on holiday, and mental health awareness.
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Emma Caldwell sits in (08/05/2026)
Our Planet, Our Pledge: Marking 100 years of Attenborough at a local school taking part.
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07/05/2026
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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06/05/2026
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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05/05/2026
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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04/05/2026
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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01/05/2026
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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30/04/2026
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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How do you think King Charles’s visit has influenced the UK’s relationship with the US?
Ben discusses the royal visit to the US, reunions and how much you trust your gut feeling.
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Ben brings you Social Care Day live from County Hall.
Ben hosts a panel for Social Care Day live from County Hall.
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27/04/2026
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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24/04/2026
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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23/04/2026
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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22/04/2026
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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Is it time to go old school when it comes to learning?
Ben discusses phone bans in school, country music and a brand new Secret Leicestershire.
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20/04/2026
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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Bobby Friction sits in (17/04/2026)
Bobby discusses school uniform, your first records and getting back into the dating scene.
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Bobby Friction sits in (16/04/2026)
Bobby asks you what you want from the BBC, and he talks car parks and landlines.
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Bobby Friction sits in (15/04/2026)
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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Bobby Friction sits in (14/04/2026)
Bobby discusses unused spaces in your area , AI and and a Roman Secret Leicestershire.
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Bobby Friction sits in (13/04/2026)
Cornershop reflect on the legacy of Asha Bhosle, and Bobby talks healthy school dinners.
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When was the last time you got the bus?
Ben discusses bus services in your area, feeding birds and brings you the Jackson 5 Quiz.
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Has donating to charity become a luxury?
Ben discusses donating to charity, sports memorabilia and you create the ultimate playlist
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How has the conflict in the Middle East impacted you?
Ben updates you on Iran, Spitfires turn 90, and he puts science in songs to the test.
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Vacation or Staycation?
Ben discusses your holiday plans, wearing shorts at work and he reviews your Easter eggs!
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Bobby Friction sits in (02/04/2026)
Stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and all the music you love.
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Bobby Friction sits in (01/04/2026)
Bobby discusses live comedy, and reacts to Keir Starmer's speech about the Iran War.
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Bobby Friction sits in (31/03/2026)
Bobby discusses the Doctor's strike, Celine Dion and affording cars in 2026.
