BBC R Foyle

2026-07-18

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00:05 Sportsound Rugby - Nations Championship

Live coverage from Eden Park in Auckland as Ireland take on New Zealand in the inaugural Nations Championship. Presented by Gavin Andrews with commentary from Jim Neilly.

02:30 The GAA Social: The Hurling Final Preview

The GAA Social previews the All-Ireland hurling final, with expert analysis, key match-ups, tactical insight and lively debate ahead of the season's showpiece.

03:00 BBC News NI update

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03:03 Saturday with John Toal

John Toal with tales of family and community life, plus great recipes, craic and music.

05:00 BBC News NI update

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05:05 Your Farm and Mine

David Irwin joins Eve Blair in the studio to discuss all things farming, including the challenges facing older farmers and the important work being carried out by Rural Support.

05:30 Storytellers: Twist, by Colm McCann

Irish journalist Anthony Fennell's assignment takes him to Cape Town, to meet the mysterious chief of mission on a cable repair ship, enigmatic John Conway, from Rathlin Island.

05:45 Storytellers: Twist, by Colm McCann

After meeting Conway's partner Zanele, Fennell is keen to board the Georges Lecointe. However, Conway, originally from Rathlin Island, has some unexpected news.

06:00 BBC News NI update

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06:03 Your Place and Mine

The people, places and stories that make Northern Ireland unique. Presented by Eve Blair.

07:00 BBC News NI update

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07:03 Gardeners' Corner

The weekly gardening programme for keen gardeners with the latest advice, news and visits to gardens large and small around the province. Presented by David Maxwell.

08:00 BBC News NI update

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08:03 Consumer Fight Back

Linzi Lima explores why Northern Ireland house prices are rising despite a wider UK slowdown. Plus, we get some practical tips on how to keep your homes cool this summer.

09:00 BBC News NI update

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09:03 Taylor Johnson

Taylor Johnson takes you through the decades, delivering the best dance, indie, hip-hop and electronic bangers from Britpop to Big Beat, with some forgotten classics.

11:00 BBC News NI update

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11:03 BBC Introducing in Northern Ireland with Taylor Johnson

Discover your next favourite artist. From rock to jazz to hip hop, Taylor Johnson plays the best new artists breaking through the BBC Music Introducing Uploader.

12:00 BBC News NI update

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12:03 RU...

Laid-back folk for laid-back folk, slowing down and letting the mellow melodies do their thing. Soft strums, warm voices, zero rush.

13:00 BBC News NI update

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13:03 RU...

Laid-back folk for laid-back folk, slowing down and letting the mellow melodies do their thing. Soft strums, warm voices, zero rush.

14:00 BBC News NI update

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14:03 The Late Show with Mike Edgar

A handpicked mix of pop, jazz, folk, soul and more from across the eras with our own music aficionado. Enjoy uplifting and mellow sounds for Saturday night.

15:55 BBC News NI update

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