Truck‑Tuned, Tasting & Trivia: U&Dave Thursday’s Must‑Watch Line‑up

It’s Thursday on U&Dave and the lineup is a cocktail of motoring madness, culinary escapades and a dash of truth‑seeking drama. Here’s what you can’t miss.

• 06:00 – 07:25 Top Gear (S9E6) – automotive anarchy. If you crave a dose of high‑speed banter, Top Gear delivers, though the humour leans on the familiar.
• 07:25 – 08:20 Border Force America’s Gatekeepers (S4E9) – cocaine hidden in a refrigerated truck. The show offers a gritty look at smuggling, but the drama may feel a touch scripted.
• 08:20 – 09:20 Border Force America’s Gatekeepers (S4E10) – meth disguised as concrete. It continues the hard‑edge narrative, but the pace can be uneven.
• 09:20 – 10:20 Rick Stein’s Cornwall (S3E5) – fishing, oysters, Lostwithiel. The culinary segments are delightful, but the pacing can be uneven.
• 10:20 – 11:20 Yukon Gold (S4E9) – old timers revenge. A solid reality drama that keeps the stakes high.
• 11:20 – 12:20 Top Gear (S19E3) – racing from Wembley to Milan. The boys’ competitive streak is still on, and it’s a reliable thrill.
• 12:20 – 13:20 Top Gear (S19E4) – rugby in car seats. A quirky experiment that still holds up well.
• 13:20 – 14:20 Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing (S4E2) – bream, estate lake. A light‑hearted fishing show that stays reliable.
• 14:20 – 15:20 Guy Martin: Proper Jobs (S2E3) – dairy farm in Hebrides. A niche but engaging look at rural life.
• 15:20 – 16:20 Hairy Bikers’ Best of British (S2E13) – colonial food impact. A tasty exploration that holds up well.
• 16:20 – 17:20 Rick Stein’s Cornwall (S3E6) – venison Wellington. A simple dish that showcases local flavours.
• 17:20 – 18:05 Rick Stein’s Cornwall (S3E7) – ferry crossing, vegetarian tart. An entertaining segment that still entertains.
• 17:35 – 18:05 Rick Stein’s Cornwall (S3E8) – mining women, clementine trifle. A colourful look at history that remains engaging.
• 18:05 – 18:40 Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing (S4E2) – again. A repeat of the calm fishing vibe.
• 18:40 – 19:20 Would I Lie To You? (S9E5) – fact vs fiction. A panel show that keeps the audience guessing.
• 19:20 – 20:20 Would I Lie To You? (S9E6) – porkies. A reliable dose of humour.
• 20:20 – 21:20 New: Hit Point (S1E2) – double life drama. An engaging thriller with a fresh twist.
• 21:20 – 22:20 Have I Got a Bit More News for You (S69E8) – satire. A sharp commentary that holds up well.
• 22:20 – 23:20 Taskmaster (S5E1) – bewildering tasks. A classic that still entertains.
• 23:20 – 00:00 Mock the Week (S16E1) – polling booth guests. A late‑night laugh that stays reliable.
• 00:00 – 00:40 Would I Lie To You? (S9E5) – repeat. A solid encore.
• 00:40 – 01:20 Would I Lie To You? (S9E6) – repeat. A consistent punchline.
• 01:20 – 02:20 Hit Point (S1E2) – repeat. An engaging continuation.
• 02:20 – 03:00 Richard Osman’s House of Games (S5E134) – challenge show. A fun and unpredictable format.
• 03:00 – 03:30 Parks and Recreation (S5E13) – emergency response. A light‑hearted drama that holds up well.
• 03:30 – 04:00 Teleshopping – shopping from home. A familiar format that stays reliable.
• 04:00 – 05:20 Teleshopping – shopping from home. A classic example of home‑shopping entertainment.
• 05:20 – 06:20 Teleshopping – shopping from home. The final hour of the day’s browsing.

Bottom line: U&Dave’s Thursday offers a mix of high‑energy motoring, food adventures and panel banter. Whether you’re a fan of automotive antics or light‑hearted trivia, there’s something here for everyone. Check the times and pick your favourite.