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Friday, 9 January 2026

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  01:00

  Express Hits

  Trending tunes, quality classics! Slide into our DMs - @expressfm.

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  05:00

  Morning Watch with Graeme Quar

  Early riser? Finishing your nightshift? Can't sleep? Whatever the reason you're awake before everyone else, set sail into Friday with Graeme.

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  06:30

  Express Breakfast with Ian James

  Join Ian James from 6.30 for another serving of Express Breakfast brought to you by Biscoes Solicitors. Ian will test your music knowledge with 'The Lyric Line' and give you the chance to win a £30.00 Ferryboat Inn Sinah Beach voucher, he will keep you updated with all the latest traffic and travel news from across the city and challenge you with The Express Rewind Mystery Year at 9! Plus Ian will be chatting Jake Smith to find out what's on tonight's 'Football Hour' and catching up with CP Robinson for all the latest news at Portsmouth Pride.

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  10:00

  Paul Marsh

  The Pompey man with the mid-morning plan brings you great music, interviews and shares everything you need to know about what's going on in the great waterfront city. Captured by Rapscallions.

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  13:00

  Lana Hall

  Whether you’re working, on the move or spending the afternoon at home, Lana is here to get you through the day with great tunes and friendly chat!

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  15:00

  Dave Joyce

  Steering you home with the latest travel news alongside great music and fun. Put your feet up with Tea at 3:30 and play along with the Express Rewind Mystery Year from 4. Driven by Veezu - the new name for Aqua Cars.

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  18:00

  The Football Hour with Jake Smith

  A look ahead to Pompey's FA Cup Third Round clash with Arsenal at Fratton Park with Jake Smith and Pepe Lacey.

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  19:00

  The Friday Groove (on the road) with Adam Freemantle

  The Friday Groove goes On the Road as Adam broadcasts from the motorhome travelling through France and Spain. Expect The Big Three club anthems, Traventunes for the journey, and Has Adam Got News For You? bringing positive New Year vibes to kick-start your weekend.

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  21:00

  Hipshaker

  The place to be for a groovy blend of retro soul, R'n'B and beat.

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  23:00

  Ready For The Weekend with Neil & Marcus

  Friday night music, games and comedy with Neil Levy, Marcus Tisson and a whole host of special guests.

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