BBC Radio 2 Jeremy Vine Show; Jeremy showcases 21st Century Folk, a brilliant Radio 2 initiative where legends of folk
write and perform songs inspired by five people who have a powerful connection to the sea.

Monday 29 Jul 2024 Available for 27 days See Tracklist
Today, we talk to Anna Heslop, who became the first woman in charge of a lifeboat at RNLI Cullercoats in the station's 170-year history.
Lady Nade, the singer-songwriter from Bristol, collaborates with Boo Hewerdine to write a song and perform it directly to Anna.

Tuesday 30 Jul 2024 Available for 28 days After approx 1 hour 20 minutes; see Tracklist
Today, we hear from the expedition kayaker Jeff Allen, who lives much of his life at sea. A former soldier, he dedicated himself to boat-building and kayaking as a way to find peace.
Singer-songwriter Cara Dillon and her musical partner Sam Lakeman write and perform a song for him.

Wednesday 31 Jul 2024 Available for 29 days See Tracklist
Today, we talk to Vicky Murphy, who was 8 months pregnant when she and her husband Marc were rescued from a flooded cave in Cornwall by two lifeguards.
We are joined by Martyn Joseph, who performs a song that he has written which is based on their story.

Thursday 1 August 12 noon Radio 2 21st Century Folk
Today, we talk to the marine conservationist Emma Neave-Webb, who lives on Orkney where she rescues beached whales.
She shares her experiences with singer Kris Drever who has written a song for her.

Friday 2 August 12 noon Radio 2 Live from Sidmouth Folk Festival
We talk to Al Kassim, who was rescued by the RNLI off the coast of Portsmouth and now volunteers for the organisation at their busiest lifeboat station.
Seth Lakeman and the Fisherman’s Friends write and perform a shanty inspired by Al’s work.