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Mark Goodier

Mark Goodier is to return to BBC Radio 2 as the new host of Pick of the Pops, following the passing of Steve Wright, who previously presented the show. 

From July each Saturday lunchtime Mark will continue to count down two charts from two different weeks from the past seven decades. 

Mark said: “It’s an honour to host the iconic Pick of the Pops, although I wish it were in happier circumstances as I was friends with Steve for almost 40 years. I can’t wait to reminisce with Radio 2 listeners as we revisit two years in their lives, playing some of the best records ever made.” 

Helen Thomas, Head of Radio 2 said: “Mark is a brilliant broadcaster with a particular passion for chart countdowns, so I’m delighted he’s making a welcome return to Radio 2 in the prestigious Pick of the Pops slot, to complete our new weekend presenting line-up following the loss of our friend and colleague, Steve. 

“I would also like to thank Gary Davies for presenting Pick of the Pops across these past weeks, in addition to hosting the weekly, must-listen edition of his Sounds of the 80s show each Saturday night.” 

Mark began his broadcasting career as a mobile DJ in Edinburgh in the late 1970s, kicking off his illustrious radio career shortly after at his local station Radio Forth. Mark has since worked extensively across the BBC and commercial radio, presenting the celebrated UK Top 40 on BBC Radio 1 from 1990–1992 and 1995-2002. On Radio 2, Mark has presented various programmes and specials from 2001, including deputising on The Radio 2 Breakfast Show.

15 April 2024     

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