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Radio 2 Unwinds with Angela Griffin

A mood-boosting musical journey across genres and decades, embracing well-being, companionship, connection and positivity. Featuring The Poolside Unwinds Mixes for the summer.

Radio 2,15 episodes

Episodes

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The Poolside Unwinds Mix Vol. 1 with Zero 7, Sade and Bob Marley
Angela Griffin's summer soundtrack to relax, unwind and transport you to sunnier climes.
05 Jul 2026,57 mins
The Poolside Unwinds Mix Vol. 2 with Chris Rea, Jessie Ware and Jamiroquai
Angela Griffin soundtracks your summer with the perfect poolside playlist.
12 Jul 2026,57 mins
The Poolside Unwinds Mix Vol. 3 with The Isley Brothers, Aretha Franklin and Morcheeba
Angela Griffin is your poolside DJ with a collection of cool, chill cuts.
19 Jul 2026,57 mins
Rainforest Unwinds Mix with Louis Armstrong, Mariah Carey, Hozier
Angela Griffin has music from Louis Armstrong, Mariah Carey and Hozier.
22 Jun 2025,57 mins
The Poolside Unwinds Mix Vol. 4 with The Style Council, Madonna and Grace Jones
Angela Griffin brings the chilled summer vibes with a perfect playlist.
26 Jul 2026,57 mins
Unwind by the Pool with Sheryl Crow, Haim and Jill Scott
Angela Griffin invites you to Unwind by the Pool.
05 Jul 2026,57 mins
The Music Is Black Unwinds Mix featuring Luther Vandross, Seal and Joan Armatrading
Angela plays a selection of Unwinds' favourite black artists, from the UK and beyond.
28 Jun 2026,57 mins
The Music Is Black with Mica Paris, Beyoncé and Mario
Angela Griffin has a The Music Is Black-inspired playlist.
28 Jun 2026,57 mins
The Summer Unwinds Mix featuring Bill Withers, Stevie Wonder and Nina Simone
Feel the warm breeze on your face, with a sun-kissed playlist.
21 Jun 2026,57 mins
200th Unwinds with Simply Red, TLC and Texas
Angela Griffin’s 200th Radio 2 Unwinds, with a fabulously calming soundtrack.
21 Jun 2026,57 mins
The Unwinds Mix with Jalen Ngonda featuring Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding and Donny Hathaway
Angela Griffin is joined by Jalen Ngonda as he picks his Unwinds Mix.
14 Jun 2026,57 mins
Journey Through Calm with Jamiroquai, Mary J Blige and UB40
Angela Griffin has a calming June playlist to soothe your soul.
14 Jun 2026,57 mins
Radio 2 Loves Folk Unwinds Mix with Joni Mitchell, Joan Armatrading and Neil Young
Angela Griffin has an Unwinds Mix full of fantastic folk!
04 Aug 2024,57 mins
The Caribbean Chill Unwinds Mix with Jimmy Cliff, Dawn Penn and Chronixx
Angela Griffin curates a Caribbean Chill Unwinds Mix.
23 Jun 2024,57 mins
The Summer Solstice Unwinds Mix
Angela Griffin celebrates summer solstice with sun-fuelled songs to bathe you in warmth.
16 Jun 2024,57 mins