Times Radio

Times Radio isn't just another news station; it's the living embodiment of 240 years of expertise from The Times and The Sunday Times newspapers. It offers "informed conversation"—a format where the analytical depth of quality press meets the action of live broadcasts.

The April 2026 programming schedule clearly reflects the quality of the brand's DNA. Here, politics isn't dry numbers, but an intellectual conversation. Why you'll want to listen to this radio station, not just have it playing in the background. This week, I've been closely following Times Radio, and here's what struck me: it's not sterile radio; it's lively, casual conversation with very smart people.

Take Andrew Neil's political segment, The Times at One (13:00). I noticed how masterfully he turns WhatsApp messages into actual "evidence." As soon as the minister starts spouting memorized phrases, Neil cuts him off: "That's not an answer to the question from the listener in Manchester. Let's do it again, but honestly, in your own words." Such directness is captivating—you feel the presenter is on your side.

But my personal favorite... While listening this week, I completely fell in love with the duet of Jane Garvey and Fi Glover (14:00 – 16:00). Their show is gold for those tired of officialdom. I laughed out loud when Fi, discussing internet technology, admitted, "I take cookies ten times a day without even realizing it. I hope someday they send me a pack of real cookies for this."

That's the beauty of Times Radio: they can discuss healthcare reform one minute, and then why sandwich packets are impossible to open without teeth the next. Every detail of life matters here, not just the Westminster headlines. The station's uniqueness also lies in its selection. After listening to Hugo Rifkind, I found myself solving their famous crosswords in the "Puzzles" section of the website. Audiences are staying 13% longer than last year: annual reach hit 564,000, with listening hours surging to 4.8m (RAJAR Q3 2025). I choose them because they know how to talk about complex issues without losing their composure and sense of humor.