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Ihateboris · 30/03/2026 19:11

Nicewoman · 30/03/2026 19:10

Deadly heinous crime. It’s literally impossible to be removed from your job in the BBC. Huw Edwards was a convicted pedofile & even that took about 4 years and 24/7 media harassment until they got rid of him

And despite being found guilty, still didn't serve any prison time.

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DrowningNotWaveing · 30/03/2026 19:12

WorriedRelative · 30/03/2026 18:56

Jeremy Vine sounded genuinely shocked

He did didn't he? Also Gary Davis said he will be here til Thursday 💋

piscofrisco · 30/03/2026 19:15

I think it’s probably drugs rather than an under age sex thing. I sort of hope so actually as I’ve always liked Scott -or at least not not liked him-I’ve kind of grown up listening to him in the background.

KidsDoBetter · 30/03/2026 19:17

therockingbird · 30/03/2026 18:30

I thought the very same.. it’s like everyone is treading on eggshells know some sort of horrid secret and frightened to speak. Vernon wasn’t his usual self and Sara also seems off this evening. Whatever has happened has rocked the foundations at radio 2 🤨

Agreed. She sounded forced in her jollity. Her phone has probs been blowing up all day. Do you think they all know the reason there?

likelysuspect · 30/03/2026 19:18

Moonbark · 30/03/2026 19:11

woah, the suggestion of Chris Evans is wild. Have you heard his show on Virgin recently? I have had that misfortune and he is sexist, misogynistic and wildly out of touch, no thanks.

Could they go in a (slightly) younger presenter direction - Matt and Molly, Fearne Cotton? maybe Lauren Laverne would move from 6music? I’d listen to all of them.

What does he say and do thats sexist?

decorationday · 30/03/2026 19:23

therockingbird · 30/03/2026 18:30

I thought the very same.. it’s like everyone is treading on eggshells know some sort of horrid secret and frightened to speak. Vernon wasn’t his usual self and Sara also seems off this evening. Whatever has happened has rocked the foundations at radio 2 🤨

Wouldn't you be a bit off colour if your colleague of decades, who you liked, had been abruptly sacked without warning and you didn't know why?

Wouldn't most people be unsettled by that? I would be.

Silverbirchleaf · 30/03/2026 19:23

I seem to recall that when Zoe Ball left the breakfast show, Vernon Kay was one of the few names considered for the breakfast slo, but he didn’t want it. Or at least, that’s what one report said.

I guess there’ll be a few cover presenters until they decide who to have permanently.

Regarding the Radio 2 presenters being off kilter, that’s no surprise. I guess there’ll BBC 2 corridors were buzzing today, in shock and disbelief. I wonder what Gary Davies was told when he was asked to step into the breakfast show. .

dapsnotplimsolls · 30/03/2026 19:24

Vernon is the bookies' favourite apparently.

Greenfingers37 · 30/03/2026 19:26

TroysMammy · 30/03/2026 11:59

I have a short journey to work, 8 mins on a good day, but it coincides with his quiz segment and most of the people on it irritate me too so I drive in silence.

Gary Davies' choice of music is fine but I wish he'd just shut up with that tedious deja woo. I cringe and turn off.

Couldn’t agree more re the deja woo!!! I cannot bear it!

storminabuttercup · 30/03/2026 19:28

I can’t be sure but I don’t think Gary has mentioned Scott apart from the ‘Gary in for Scott’ comments. He’s probably been warned to not mention him as usually his name comes up. As I said weird vibe but not surprised.

JumpinJehoshaphat · 30/03/2026 19:29

I know r2 DJs are older, but I think Jo Wiley is a bit too old for the breakfast show. Vernon would be good.

Greenfingers37 · 30/03/2026 19:30

LindorDoubleChoc · 30/03/2026 18:44

The most shocking thing about this thread is the love for Gary Davies! Shock
He is a dreadful old throwback to Smashie and Nicey days. If anyone sounds like he's reading a script it's him. He talks like he's grinning the whole time and I just cannot stand it, even for a second.

For pp and anyone else shocked by his salary, feast your eyes on this report into BBC salaries in 2017! Absolutely eye-popping. At least they've cleaned up their act in this regard a bit

bbc link

I’ve been shocked at this too! He makes me cringe!!!!

Raccoonsmacaroons · 30/03/2026 19:31

20 pages of people talking about Chris Evans and Wogan, I can’t wade through all that!
Have we discovered what he’s done yet?

Cathydidntcomehome · 30/03/2026 19:32

I always felt really uncomfortable with the whole "love you, bye" - it felt forced and put the caller/ guest under pressure to respond in kind. I didn't like the power dynamic of that and I could never put my finger on it.

In terms of general presentation skills, I agree with others that it was very self-focused. Zoe had her faults in that her questions went on for far too long and she was a bit OTT at times in the morning but her enthusiasm, genuine emotion and connection with people came through more than Scott. The format since Scott took over the show felt off and it never really gelled for me. It didn't seem as if it was a genuine team that really worked well together.

I have enjoyed the mornings with Gary but I think OJ could be a quiet contender. He has a great balance of content, music appreciation and relating to guests/ callers.

Personally, I don't mind comedians such as Romesh and Rob - they are typically on air time when I am looking for something a bit more silly. I do think, on a separate note that Romesh is genuinely passionate about HipHop and he is very articulate and knowledgeable. Rylan and his presentation style on a Saturday afternoon is fun, energetic and pure escapism. Paddy on a Sunday morning - too much, this is when I want to be at my most chilled on the weekend! But that is my taste so I won't judge others who appreciate that style of presentation.

If the BBC have made the correct legal decision that actually reflects employment law and their conduct policies rather than paying lip service to populist culture then I am happy. I would like to see them share their full process on this but I appreciate that this is not something that we are party to given UK legislation. I just hope that if this is the case that the BBC will continue to enforce an appropriately rigorous process with any person in their employment and under investigation. This is the basic minimum we should be able to hold them accountable to as a body funded by the British public.

Silverbirchleaf · 30/03/2026 19:39

storminabuttercup · 30/03/2026 19:28

I can’t be sure but I don’t think Gary has mentioned Scott apart from the ‘Gary in for Scott’ comments. He’s probably been warned to not mention him as usually his name comes up. As I said weird vibe but not surprised.

We noticed that as well. Normally they say they’re covering ‘insert name’ as s/he is on holiday etc, but there’s been nothing like that.

DrowningNotWaveing · 30/03/2026 19:41

@everyone Im guessing 'personal conduct' could mean he was on Coke?

DanceMumTaxi · 30/03/2026 19:43

Gary music choices are not as good as Scotts’s and his delivery just feels very old fashioned to me. I tried him on Wednesday, but ended up turning off. Not my cup of tea.

blubberyboo · 30/03/2026 19:43

Cathydidntcomehome · 30/03/2026 19:32

I always felt really uncomfortable with the whole "love you, bye" - it felt forced and put the caller/ guest under pressure to respond in kind. I didn't like the power dynamic of that and I could never put my finger on it.

In terms of general presentation skills, I agree with others that it was very self-focused. Zoe had her faults in that her questions went on for far too long and she was a bit OTT at times in the morning but her enthusiasm, genuine emotion and connection with people came through more than Scott. The format since Scott took over the show felt off and it never really gelled for me. It didn't seem as if it was a genuine team that really worked well together.

I have enjoyed the mornings with Gary but I think OJ could be a quiet contender. He has a great balance of content, music appreciation and relating to guests/ callers.

Personally, I don't mind comedians such as Romesh and Rob - they are typically on air time when I am looking for something a bit more silly. I do think, on a separate note that Romesh is genuinely passionate about HipHop and he is very articulate and knowledgeable. Rylan and his presentation style on a Saturday afternoon is fun, energetic and pure escapism. Paddy on a Sunday morning - too much, this is when I want to be at my most chilled on the weekend! But that is my taste so I won't judge others who appreciate that style of presentation.

If the BBC have made the correct legal decision that actually reflects employment law and their conduct policies rather than paying lip service to populist culture then I am happy. I would like to see them share their full process on this but I appreciate that this is not something that we are party to given UK legislation. I just hope that if this is the case that the BBC will continue to enforce an appropriately rigorous process with any person in their employment and under investigation. This is the basic minimum we should be able to hold them accountable to as a body funded by the British public.

I always felt really uncomfortable with the whole "love you, bye" - it felt forced and put the caller/ guest under pressure to respond in kind. I didn't like the power dynamic of that and I could never put my finger on it.

same here. I never liked it. I felt he was forcing the caller to diminish real life relationships where they actually love people and instead be forced to say they love him.

ugh

Shinyhappyapple · 30/03/2026 19:44

BeanQuisine · 30/03/2026 19:05

What's remarkable about this thread is that in 2026, there are still so many people who listen to the wireless.

It's like lifting an old stone and finding an unexpected thriving community of beetles underneath.

Why wouldn’t you? It’s my way of hearing new or different music. How do you do this?

DrowningNotWaveing · 30/03/2026 19:45

DanceMumTaxi · 30/03/2026 19:43

Gary music choices are not as good as Scotts’s and his delivery just feels very old fashioned to me. I tried him on Wednesday, but ended up turning off. Not my cup of tea.

Surely they have a Radio2 playlist? I mean, its not their personal choice is it?

Beaniebobbins · 30/03/2026 19:46

@Cathydidntcomehome i thought the love you bye came from someone doing it accidentally in a work call and they just started doing it all the time. I might be wrong on that though.

just wondering if there are any decent people out there anywhere now.

Sladuf1 · 30/03/2026 19:47

It’s going to be more than drug related. I’m showing my age a little but in the late 90s Johnnie Walker was taken off air when he was found to be and then convicted of possession of Coke. He’d not long been given the Radio 2 drivetime slot when it happened. They suspended him but he was reinstated by the end of the year.

I’ve seen 2 comments on Tattle as others have mentioned. Granted, you have to take everything with a pinch of salt. However, I won’t be surprised (sadly) if there’s some substance to them.

Nicewoman · 30/03/2026 19:47

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RosieLeaLovesTea · 30/03/2026 19:48

I thought it was weird that Scott was away but his team like Ellie was still there and that I don’t think he said he was going to be off.

I am really sad about this - enjoyed the show. Especially Elder versus millennial. I am similar to Scott Mills on age and everything he would bring up for the millennials is so true! I thought he was a good presenter and very much a team effort.

what ever has happened he has probably admitted fault and been sacked for gross misconduct.

I cannot believe that the BBC has allowed people like Jimmy saville, Rolf Harris and Huw Edward’s to be employed for years. Now they are cracking down on everything. This allegation from 10 years ago. Also because we don’t know we assume the worst that it is illegal like Huw Edwards. Huw Edward’s was suspended for ages. But he was mentally ill and receiving inpatient hospital care. Plus there was a police investigation going on.

It’s probably not. Likely to be a personal relationship with an employee that was seemed inappropriate. But nothing like criminal behaviour such as being a sexual offender against children.

decorationday · 30/03/2026 19:49

blubberyboo · 30/03/2026 19:43

I always felt really uncomfortable with the whole "love you, bye" - it felt forced and put the caller/ guest under pressure to respond in kind. I didn't like the power dynamic of that and I could never put my finger on it.

same here. I never liked it. I felt he was forcing the caller to diminish real life relationships where they actually love people and instead be forced to say they love him.

ugh

Pretty sure it's just a joke based on the fairly common tale of people who've accidentally said "love you, bye" to their boss or doctor or bank manager or takeaway place on a phonecall when on autopilot.

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