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Off Air with Jane & Fi

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Ep 217I've clung to the idea I may be of regal blood (with John Whaite)

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Jane and Fi are off to a book launch tonight... but Fi is less than thrilled about the prospect of sharing a taxi with Jane, who has been consuming lentils "well known for their wind manufacturing properties." Before that, they talk teaching, whether they're descended from royalty, and the bloodline of Fi's cat. They're joined by Bake Off winner John Whaite and they discuss his new memoir Dancing On Eggshells. If you've been affected by any issues discussed in today's episode then email [email protected] and we will point you in the direction of places to receive help. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Megan McElroy Times Radio Producer: Eve Salusbury Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 17, 202346 min

Ep 216Jane the Imperious (with Iain Dale)

Jane the Imperious and Fi attempt to measure the satisfaction they get from theirs jobs... what can go wrong? They also discuss evening routines, dog walking dates and quiet quitting. Plus, they're joined by broadcaster Iain Dale to discuss his new book 'Kings and Queens: 1200 Years of English and British Monarchs'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Hugo Chambre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 16, 202346 min

Ep 215I think there's a benign lazy streak in me (with Michael Ball)

Jane and Fi have come to the end of a jam-packed week, and need a quiet night in. But before that, they're talking about pet politics, hereditary laziness, and whether we should consider quietly quitting our jobs.Plus, they're joined by the one and only Michael Ball OBE, to talk about his memoir Different Aspects. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Megan McElroy Times Radio Producer: Kate Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 12, 202341 min

Ep 214Distracted by a couple of hippos having sex (with Matt Chorley)

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Jane and Fi are back from Cheltenham Literature Festival and they have a lot of emails to get through! They tackle online dating, books they'd never return to and good customer service at Luton Airport. Plus, they're joined by Times Radio's very own Matt Chorley to discuss his brand new book 'Planes, Trains and Toilet Doors: 50 Places That Changed British Politics'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Kate Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 11, 202349 min

Ep 213Off Air Turns 1! (with Dom Joly and Peter Brathwaite at Cheltenham Literature Festival)

Get your candles out, because Off Air turns 1 today! Jane and Fi are celebrating at Cheltenham. Deliciously delirious from both the festival and the cake, they mull over flat earth theories, ice cream flavours, and beans in ramekins. In this bumper episode, Jane and Fi speak to renowned UK opera singer Peter Brathwaite at the festival about his project and book 'Rediscovering Black Portraiture'. They're also joined by comedian Dom Joly to discuss his new book 'The Conspiracy Tourist'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected]  Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi  Assistant Producer: Megan McElroy Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 10, 202342 min

Ep 212The hotel freebie tingle (with Shirley Ballas LIVE at Cheltenham Literature Festival)

Jane and Fi have ventured out of Times Radio Towers and are coming to you from Cheltenham Literature Festival today! Their main questions include: what's for dinner? And will my bed be facing the right way in my hotel room?  They're joined by Shirley Ballas: head judge on Strictly Come Dancing, one of the world's best dancers, and now, novelist. You can pre-order her new book 'Murder on the Dance Floor' at timesbookshop.co.uk.  If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected]  Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi  Assistant Producer: Megan McElroy  Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 9, 202351 min

Ep 211Rescuing your knickers from next door's buddleia

Jane and Fi are making a seamless transition into today's podcast, and they're asking all the big questions: are curtains better than blinds? What would you do if you found your neighbour's underwear in the garden? And what's happened to all of Jane's money?Author and journalist Emma Gannon joins to talk about her book 'The Success Myth'.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 5, 202347 min

Ep 210But we've already humped? (with Kevin McCloud)

Jane shares, what she considers to be, the biggest issue of our time... washing pegs. Yes, really. They also discuss Tony's pepper mill, baths with steps and mound music. Plus, they're joined by Grand Designs' Kevin McCloud, who was speaking ahead of Grand Designs Live, taking place at the NEC from the 4th - 8th of October. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 4, 202347 min

Ep 209'I was listening to Ronan Keating at least once a day' (with Dame Esther Rantzen)

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The Archers is still being discussed, to no one's surprise... But, they also manage to cover their journalistic capabilities, Nigel Farage on Strictly and Jane's pepper mill. Plus, friend of the show Dame Esther Rantzen joins them to reflect on her career, discuss her health and share her hopes for the future. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Kate Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 3, 202337 min

Ep 208My pepper grinder is in need of a service (with Victoria Hislop)

Jane's faffing so Fi kicks things off without her. Once she arrives, they chat high tech pepper grinders, the new book club pick and Miriam Margolyes' rider. Plus, Victoria Hislop joins them to discuss her new novel 'The Figurine'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 2, 202351 min

Ep 207We hate each other really (with Kate Humble)

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Jane and Fi have snacked their way through the day and are ready to talk about matching chocolate to your mood, swanning about in a slip, and Fi's past life as a vicar...They're joined by Springwatch presenter Kate Humble to talk about her new book 'Where the Hearth Is'.And we've got a podcast exclusive interview with The Times' Lucy Bannerman about her recently taxidermied tortoise.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Kate Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 28, 202350 min

Ep 206Kefir on the verge (with Rose Tremain)

Jane is still trying to get Fi into The Archers and she's having none of it! They also reflect on the magic of time zones, neighbourhood Whatsapp groups and KissCams. Plus, Dame Rose Tremain joins them to discuss her new novel 'Absolutely & Forever'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Kate Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 27, 202343 min

Ep 205Boris' bag of bras (with Ken Follett)

Jane is reunited with Ken Follett and she's thrilled. In this particularly giddy episode, they also chat HRT dreams and getting better in your 50's. Ken joins them to discuss his new novel 'The Armour of Light'. The final book in the Kingsbridge series. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Kate Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 26, 202342 min

Ep 204Who called their child 'Sex Fruit'?! (with Jeffrey Archer)

It's a bit of a mixed bag today as Jane Mulkerrins sits in for the big interview but Fi is here for the bulk of the podcast! They chat worms of appreciation, banned baby names and Agent V. Plus, Jeffrey Archer joins Jane and Jane to discuss his new novel 'Traitors Gate'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 25, 202350 min

Ep 203Book Club - My Sister the Serial Killer, Oyinkan Braithwaite

Jane and Fi have picked another opinion-dividing book for their second Book Club episode: 'My Sister the Serial Killer' by Oyinkan Braithwaite.Join them as they respond to your emails, Instagram messages, comments and voice notes.Thank you so much for your engagement and interaction. We hope you'll join us for the next one. Get your suggestions in at: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 22, 202338 min

Ep 202Firm buttocks, that's what we want (with Michel Roux Jr)

Professional working mum, or concerned and thoughtful parent? Fi is facing a dilemma, while Jane is busy waving a loaf of sourdough bread around the office and asking for a 'rompathon' for next month's Book Club pick.They're joined by Michelin starred chef Michel Roux Jr to talk about his new recipe book, 'Michel Roux at Home: Simple and delicious French meals for every day'.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 21, 202338 min

Ep 201Malibu Garvey? (with London Hughes)

Jane and Fi once again try to stay on track and fail miserably but along the way they cover Boots opening times, how Jane would fare in LA and uncomfortable workplace banter. Plus, they're joined by comedian London Hughes to discuss her frank and funny new memoir 'Living My Best Life, Hun'. Her book is out now. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 20, 202355 min

Ep 200Unsalvageable bean dishes (with Trinny Woodall)

Jane and Fi massively get the Tuesday giggles in this one but, before that, they chat Fi's chilli-con-carne-smugness, children flying the nest and shared baths. Plus, they're joined by TV personality and entrepreneur Trinny Woodall to discuss her new book 'Fearless'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Kate Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 19, 202345 min

Ep 199Whatever this is... (with Rory Cellan-Jones)

Jane's still saying 'cwassant' and Fi is still perplexed. Plus, they chat Russell Brand, tactical clothes drying and parental correspondents. They're joined by former BBC tech correspondent and journalist Rory Cellan-Jones to discuss his new book 'Ruskin Park: Sylvia, Me and the BBC'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 18, 202350 min

Ep 198The oohs and the yahs (with Robert Peston)

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Fi has hopes of making her fortunes in the adult pesto industry, while Jane is discussing being woken up by 'the noise of shenanigans', surviving sixth months on a submarine, and unsuccessfully teaching boys to use a urinal.They're joined by Robert Peston, Political Editor at ITV, to hear about his new book 'The Crash'.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 14, 202336 min

Ep 197Something nearly as good as pancakes... sex! (with Clive Myrie)

Jane is a tad hangover so bear with them as they tackle elocution lessons, Meryl Streep audiobooks and multi-use hotels in today's episode. Plus, they're joined by journalist and broadcaster Clive Myrie to discuss his new memoir 'Everything is Everything'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 13, 202342 min

Ep 196Welcome to The Jane Garvey Tribute Chamber (with Anne Enright)

Jane and Fi are having an unusual day... as per. They chat buttock revealing one pieces, what would happen if Robert Peston's last name was 'pesto' and provide some pension analogies. Plus, they're joined by Irish poet and author Anne Enright to discuss her new novel 'The Wren, The Wren'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 12, 202347 min

Ep 195Thigh nipping fish?! (with Rory Stewart)

Jane and Fi are reunited and it feels so good. They have lots to cover including bald prime ministers, lidos and all the languages Jane speaks... Plus, broadcaster, academic and former politician Rory Stewart joins them to discuss his new memoir 'Politics On the Edge'.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 11, 202355 min

Ep 194It's the-ATRE not THE-atre (with Anneka Rice and Stacey Solomon)

Fi is joined by Anneka Rice for the final time and once again Fi is being pulled up on her pronunciation of a certain word.They also chat to TV personality Stacey Solomon about the new series of Sort Your Life Out.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Elizabeth HighfieldTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 7, 202336 min

Ep 193You can't beat The Greatest Showman (with Clare Balding and Jason Donovan)

Fi is still joined by Clare Balding and they serenade you in this particularly bonkers episode of Off Air... plus, they discuss being studious, their playlists and the Olympics. They're also joined by Aussie heart throb Jason Donovan to discuss his role in Grease the Musical. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 6, 202345 min

Ep 192Almost like ABBA... almost (With Clare Balding and Lemn Sissay)

Jane is still off so another one of Fi's friends has stopped in. Clare Balding joins Fi to discuss cat monogamy, fear of carrots and tattoo choices. Plus, Lemn Sissay OBE is here to discuss his new collection of poetry 'Let the Light Pour In' and his adaptation of Kafka's 'Metamorphosis'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 5, 202339 min

Ep 191Chaos trying to be reigned in (with Anneka Rice and Gyles Brandreth)

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Jane is off on holiday, so it's up to Fi (with help from Anneka Rice) to wonder how many Camparis she's had so far. They're joined by Gyles Brandreth to talk about his new podcast 'Rosebud'.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 4, 202352 min

Ep 190Does S&M include much chilli sauce? (with Sarah Beeny)

Jane G has been trying out a hot wings challenge, while Jane M was trying to escape Three Bridges Station.They're joined by property TV presenter Sarah Beeny.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 31, 202346 min

Ep 189Will I be additionally bonkers tonight? (with Maggie Alphonsi)

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Jane and Jane are talking caravan holidays, howling at the moon and actively helping the environment by eating chips.They're joined by Maggie Alphonsi, well known international women's rugby union player and World Cup winner with England in 2014. Her memoir 'Winning the Fight' is out now.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 30, 202340 min

Ep 188Drinking neat Campari at midday

In the absence of 'wee Fi', Jane G is joined by Jane M, and will only be reading emails from people named Jane this week (just kidding).They discuss holiday surprises, world cup finals and how many Milka bars you can get for twelve euros. Today's guest is Martine Wright MBE, who lost both her legs in the 7/7 bombings in London.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 29, 202359 min

Ep 187Am I allowed to speak now? (with Sheela Banerjee)

Jane and Fi are reuniting decorative milk bottles with their international owners.They're also talking step-parents, sombreros and spellings.Sheela Banerjee joins to talk about her new book "What's in a Name?"Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 17, 202341 min

Ep 186No bobble was strong enough to contain the Garvey locks!

Jane and Fi are gearing up to turn their 'out of office' on but they've still got a show to do! They reveal who will be replacing them in their respective absences as well as discussing unhelpful cesarean partners, tea cakes and jet lag. Plus, they're joined by Darryn Frost AKA 'Narwhal Tusk Hero'. Darryn risked his life to tackle a terrorist on London Bridge in November 2019. He shares his story... Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 16, 202341 min

Ep 185That's another nut going down (with Deborah Meaden)

Jane and Fi are recovering from an almost on-air crisis that nearly happened but didn't. They're joined by Deborah Meaden, to talk about her new book "Why Money Matters" - part of the Little Experts series. Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 15, 202346 min

Ep 184I long to squeeze one of those tomatoes (with Fats Timbo)

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Fi is doing her best to cheer Jane up after a 're-shuffle' at her other job. They chat TV recommendations, hopeless babies and weeing on the collar of your jumpsuit.They're joined by Fats Timbo, a comedian, model and influencer with more than two million fans on TikTok.Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producer: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 14, 202345 min

Ep 183Fingers in the cream (with Sharron Davies)

It's a sporty special today: Jane laments her full time job getting in the way of her golf progress, Fi has an apology to make about netball and they're joined by Olympian Sharron Davies who's talking about her new book, Unfair Play.And our Museum of Taxidermy is now closed, but not before Jane and Fi speak to the creator of 'Stoned Fox'Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producer: Megan McElroyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 10, 202346 min

Ep 182Wimpy and the queen's funeral

Jane and Fi have been in touch with the creator of the taxidermy sensation: Stoned Fox. They also ask the big questions: are man buns sexy? And what happened to Wimpy?They're joined by Dr Liz O'Riordan, the consultant breast surgeon who's been through cancer herself. Her memoir is called ‘Under The Knife’Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producer: Megan McElroyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 9, 202340 min

Ep 181You know me, I like a chunk (with Laura Whitmore)

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Jane and Fi talk family bathroom politics and delve into more taxidermy horrors. They also compare two on screen sensations: Barbie, and Greg Wallace's miracle meat. They're joined by Laura Whitmore, broadcaster and former host of Love Island, to talk about her new documentary mini series. It tackles cyber stalking, the incel movement, and rough sex. Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producer: Megan McElroy Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 8, 202351 min

Ep 180See attached half giraffe

Jane and Fi discuss whether taxidermy can grow on you, or if it belongs in the family freezer. It's also the end of the penny farthing (for now...)They're also joined by Pat Nevin, former professional footballer, who's now a pundit and writer. Pat's latest book is called Football and How To Survive It.Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producer: Megan McElroyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 7, 202349 min

Ep 179Spiritual blockages

Jane and Fi discuss whether they would stuff their cats, and reflect on some sad aquariums and zoos. They also reveal the next book for their book club!Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producers: Megan McElroyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 3, 202327 min

Ep 178Two fillings and a smear test

Jane and Fi reflect on owning your success, trapped wind from both ends, and delve into more family holiday horrors. They're also joined by music journalist Ian Winwood, author of Bodies: Life and Death in Music. Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producers: Megan McElroyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 2, 202338 min

Ep 177My long suffering pac-a-mac

Jane and Fi chat about the highs and lows of family holidays, their desire for a hand cream amnesty, and terrible raffle prizes. They're also joined by Sir Nicholas Mostyn - the second longest serving High Court judge and co-hosts of the Movers and Shakers podcast - which is about life with Parkinson’s. Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producers: Megan McElroyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 1, 202341 min

Ep 176It's been ages since I measured mine (with Anna Richardson)

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Jane and Fi chat about a certain person's miracle meat, the ongoing issue of Jane's trapped wind, and family holiday politics. They're also joined by TV presenter Anna Richardson, to talk about her podcast It Can't Just Be Me. Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producers: Megan McElroyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 31, 202352 min

Ep 175Book Club - Fresh Water for Flowers

The first book club has finally wrapped and Jane and Fi can't quite come to an agreement... Join them as they respond to your emails, Instagram messages, comments and voice notes. Thank you so much for your engagement and interaction. We hope you'll join us for the next one. Get your suggestions in at: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 28, 202340 min

Ep 174Capers in the basement

Jane and Fi discuss the contents of Jane's basement and try to work out why Rear Admirals are called Rear Admirals. Answers on a postcard please. They're also joined by Ferdinand Mount to talk about his new book Big Caesars and Little Caesars.Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producers: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 27, 202335 min

Ep 173A couple of large fries stuck in your cleavage (with Carol Kirkwood)

Jane's got trapped wind and Fi's rather upset about it, Fi checked her carbon footprint and the results are revealed AND more animal PR... Plus, everyone’s favourite weather presenter Carol Kirkwood joins them to discuss her new novel ‘Secrets of the Villa Amore’. Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producers: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 26, 202341 min

Ep 172Ladies' fluff (with Eddi Reader)

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Jane and Fi are pondering why beavers have such good PR, whether they would consent to being micro-chipped and if Jane should put the heating on. They're also joined by singer-songwriter Eddi Reader about her new project, a stage version of Brokeback Mountain. Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producers: Tom Vigar and Melanie FormosaTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 25, 202339 min

Ep 171To lick or not to lick?

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Jane and Fi reflect on the highs (and licks) of Latitude Festival, and England's somewhat lack-lustre win over Haiti. And they are STILL talking Penny-farthing sightings. They are also joined by campaigner Daisy, who discusses her campaign to change the law to make children born of rape legally recognised as victims. If you are affected by any of the issues discussed on today's episode please contact [email protected] and we will direct you to support services. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Assistant Producer: Angus Mitchell Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 24, 202350 min

Ep 170Live from Latitude Festival (with Richard Curtis and Emma Freud)

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Jane and Fi are live at Latitude and they talk air-con and licking Mary Berry. Richard Curtis and Emma Freud join to talk about their Suffolk themed cooking show at the festival and Richard’s new play Christmas Actually. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Follow us on Instagram! @JaneandFi  Assistant Producer: Elizabeth HighfieldTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 20, 202340 min

Ep 169He had three nipples and a lisp (with Lisa Jewell)

Jane and Fi discuss great-great uncles, ongoing extreme heat and Jane reminds us how busy she is, actually.Plus, author Lisa Jewell joins Jane and Fi to discuss her new psychological thriller ‘None of This Is True’.  If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].  Follow us on Instagram! @JaneandFi  Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury  Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 19, 202347 min

Ep 167Tapestry on the Northern line (with Katriona O'Sullivan)

Jane and Fi chat about University Challenge and the prospect of sharing a bed.  Katriona O'Sullivan joins to speak about her memoir Poor, an insight into a life lived against the boundaries of poverty.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @JaneandFiAssistant Producer: Elizabeth HighfieldTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 18, 202342 min