Off Air with Jane & Fi

Jane and Fi chat male contraception, London's transportation system and syphilis... as you do. They’re joined by novelist Diana Evans to discuss her most recent novel 'A House for Alice'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producers: Catherine FusilloTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi are very excited because they've launched an instagram account! You can get involved by following @JaneandFi. Plus rugby legend Gareth Thomas joins them from the side of a mountain as he completes the 3 Peak Challenge for his charity TackleHIV. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane is looking for a trucker's tan and a couple of burgers, while Fi is singing a little song about boob separators... They're joined by Ukrainian writer Victoria Belim, to talk about her memoir 'The Rooster House' 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi get stuck into some award winning journalism and discuss the afterlife, being a bridesmaid, and some 'frin-tastic' emails.They're joined by DJ Fat Tony to discuss his memoir 'I Don't Take Requests'. If you've been affected by any issues in this interview - send us an email at [email protected] and we'll point you in the right direction to the resources and help you need. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane has just about recovered from jet-lag after her trip to Glasgow a month ago. So much so that she considered a trip to B&Q this bank holiday Monday. She's joined by another Jane, Jane Mulkerrins, to talk about poetry, pinafores and penises. Professor Sir David Omand is today's big interview, he talks about his book 'How to Survive a Crisis'. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi are busy sunning themselves this bank holiday Monday but they took the time to record an email special. From Joe and the Juice to over-plucked eyebrows and inappropriate itching on public transport...there's much to cover!If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producers: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buckle up for an extra existential episode, because Jane and Fi are asking if life would be easier as a sherbet fountain? Or maybe a two-fingered sloth in a zoo? What about a young cat having a wee in the middle of a mattress in the spare room? They're joined by Alvin Hall to talk about his book 'Driving the Green Book'. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is a tabard a housecoat? Is a housecoat a tabard? And what's a dressing gown? Jane and Fi are asking the big questions in today's podcast. They're joined by popstar Gary Kemp, to talk about the Rockonteurs podcast's first live recording as part of The Podcast Show 2023 on 25th May.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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi grapple with the difference between a house coat and a dressing gown and Jane shares the savage lessons she learnt from the time she stroked a bee...Plus, they’re joined by Norwegian crime writer Jo Nesbø to discuss the latest instalment of his Harry Hole detective series as well as anxiety induced dreams involving an old football coach.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi have swapped chairs for today's episode and it's causing chaos. They attempt some serious questions about flatulence when they're joined by actor Stephen Mangan, to talk about his new children's book 'The Unlikely Rise of Harry Sponge'.They also discuss losing parents at a young age, playing Postman Pat and whether Stephen would ever do a superhero movie.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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi are talking about pet insurance that's a trifle suspicious, the little moments of joy in raising toddlers and, of course, sex. They're joined by Rory Cellan-Jones to talk about his podcast 'Movers and Shakers: a podcast about life with Parkinson's'If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producers: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fi's shower is juddering and Jane reckons we should get the plumbers in to have a look...Plus, Claire Powell finally joins them ‘Off Air’ to discuss her debut novel (much championed by our Jane), which addresses family dynamics over a series of meals.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producers: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once Fi's finished eating her tuna sandwich, she and Jane get to work planning their twin room in the News UK Retirement Home for the Complex and Demanding.They're joined by one of Britain's best loved children's authors, Jacqueline Wilson.The Magic Faraway Tree: A New Adventure will be published on May 25th 2023.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producers: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jane & Fi take you through the mechanics of shopping in John Lewis, the tricky dynamics of sex in a long-term relationships, and the heartache of estrangement in families.Plus Jane and Fi are joined by DJ-turned-novelist Annie Macmanus, known as 'Annie Mac', who talks about her new book 'The Mess We're In', her life philosophies and her relationship to her Irish identity. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producers: Khadijah HasanTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following an afternoon of slightly challenging radio performance, Jane and Fi bring you an all email special. There's plenty to discuss - like what excuse would you use to get out of an embarrassing situation? What happened when Jane almost interviewed Hilary Clinton? And why does Fi keep asking that poor man what CDs he's buying? 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another joyous episode and this time Jane and Fi are talking the joys of naked swimming, elasticated clothing and the controversial twirl.Plus, they're joined by bestselling author Joanne Harris, author of ‘Chocolat’, to discuss her new novel ‘Broken Light’ all about middle age, menopause and female anger.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producers: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi plan their re-enactment of the coronation and make their apologies to Jane's late cat Mittens, who is definitely an 'Off Air' fan. They're joined by Gabby Logan, sports presenter, former gymnast and brilliantly successful podcaster. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One more sleep until Coronation day, and Jane and Fi are struggling to contain their excitement. So, they're bringing you an extra special coronation countdown episode of Off Air. Jane and Fi are joined by Emma Bridgewater, ceramics and pottery designer, and by Julia Montagu, known as the American Viscountess 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: Kate Lee and Morgan Burdick Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s the final episode before the Coronation on Saturday and hopefully you’re not sick of it yet because Jane and Fi come to you live from a balcony overlooking Westminster Abbey where the new king will soon be crowned…Plus Jane and Fi are joined by Lord Soames - grandson to Winston Churchill, former Tory MP and close friend of King Charles. He shares his memory of the late Queen’s coronation in 1953.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producers: Khadijah HasanTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane explained why she won't be throwing a Eurovision party, they talk anxiety inducing meetings and softy civil servants.Plus, they’re finally, finally, finally joined by nuclear threat specialist and journalist Julie McDowall…and its just as disconcerting as you’d expect. Her book ‘Attack Warning Red!’ 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] Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What’s putting a pep in Fi’s step? Why isn’t Jane a bestselling author? Have you ever swum naked and not smiled? Plus, Jane and Fi come up with a plan to make their fortune with a soft rock classic… They’re joined by historical novelist Philippa Gregory to talk about all things royal. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi are full of coronation chicken sandwiches and ready to talk about everything from nuclear war to safe sex. They're joined by The One Show presenter Alex Jones, to hear about her new show Reunion Hotel. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane continues to fear for the end of world but its not over yet.... we've got a podcast episode to do! Jane and Fi run you through some top radio jargon, Jane heavily 'trails' next week and a man called Terry is trying to stay with Jane and Fi.Plus they’re joined by Emma Sky OBE, an expert on conflict, reconciliation and stability, who has worked mainly in the Middle East, to pick her big brains.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane’s having tummy troubles but Fi’s by her side offering kind words of support (as always), plus coronation plans commence but Fi has banned Jane from getting drunk…They're joined by music journalist Sylvia Patterson to discuss her second memoir ‘Same Old Girl: Staying Alive, Staying Sane, Staying Myself’, a story of cancer, friendship and ageing.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi are battling on despite technical difficulties to talk about longevity, whether you can ever really own a pet and when is the best day for a dawn chorus... They're joined by TV presenter Matt Baker, to hear about his new show Matt Baker's Travels in the Country: USA. Normal sound quality service will resume tomorrow. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once the effects of half a paper cup of Kylie Minogue's Prosecco have worn off, Jane and Fi discuss school prizes, knowing your limitations and coronation themed snacks.They're joined by actor Larry Lamb, about the show B &B By The Sea and a Gavin and Stacey reunion.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.

Jane and Jane talk poetry, self esteem, and poor Brian's goolies. They're joined by Lorraine (yes, all the names on this podcast have to rhyme today) Kelly to discuss the 'No Butts' campaign. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane is ready to ramble as she's flying solo today. Michelin star chef Angela Hartnett stops by to talk about the latest series of her podcast 'Dish'.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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi discuss small talk at parties and school dinners whilst poor Brian awaits collection from the vets having parted with his manhood. Plus they're joined by the best-selling American author Curtis Sittenfeld to talk about her SNL inspired new novel ‘Romantic Comedy’.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane is back, but has she brought Fi any presents from her holiday? Who can help Jane fix her satellite? And can a cool, successful man ever be a keeper? They're joined by co-founder of Zoe, Professor Tim Spector to discuss the future of food and keeping your gut healthy. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the last day of Jane’s absence but the wonderful Jane Mulkerrins, associate editor of The Times Magazine, has filled the Jane-shaped hole in everyone's hearts.Plus Times Radio’s very own Stig Abell stops in for a chat about his new novel ‘Death Under a Little Sky’. They chat work, sex scenes and having no friends.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Kate Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ed Vaizey, who's sitting in for Jane today, is impressed by Fi's youthful success - Fi's trying not to be offended.Ed's also kicking himself that he didn't get a selfie with today's big guest, author Cecelia Ahern, who's just released her 19th novel 'In a Thousand Different Ways'.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Kea BrowningTimes Radio Producer: Kate Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane's away and, in her absence, Fi is teaching Ed Vaizey all the radio lingo. What's the difference between a bed and a jingle? What's "crashing the junction"? And what does that big red light mean?They're joined by comedian Jenny Eclair to talk about Taskmaster, podcasting, and everything else in between.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Radio Producer: Kate Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fi is still under the weather so joins via zoom, meanwhile, Jane’s away on holiday so Ed Vaizey is sitting in… what could go wrong?Plus Suzanne Heywood joins them to discuss her memoir ‘Wavewalker: Breaking Free’ which recounts an astonishing childhood involving her parents having the wild idea to retrace Captain Cook’s third voyage for the best part of a decade…If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fi is still under the weather so Jane's on her lonesome again this episode, but she's making the most of her "splendid isolation".Pre-ailment, Jane and Fi spoke to Nicola Fox, the woman who made it all the way from Hertfordshire to NASA.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Kea BrowningTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fi isn't feeling well so Jane's flying solo for this episode. Christine Flack speaks to Jane about her daughter, the TV presenter Caroline Flack, who took her own life in 2020 at 40 years old. If you’ve been affected by anything discussed in this interview, please email [email protected] and you’ll be sent a list of resources. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a long day of arts and crafts in the newsroom, Jane and Fi discuss the pros and cons of a 'pimped up M&S hot cross bun'. They're joined by Alice Winn author of 'In Memoriam'. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane's asking what people did in the old days on a Sunday afternoon when all the shops used to be closed, while Fi's mangling adjectives in her sleep. They're joined by Elizabeth Day, to talk about her new book 'Friendaholic'. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this special Friday episode, Jane and Fi are joined by two royal experts to count down to The Coronation of King Charles III.They also discuss whether or not Harry and Meghan will be there, what on earth to do about Prince Andrew, and why people aren't celebrating Princess Anne enough. Royah Nikkhah is Royal Editor at The Sunday Times and Valentine Low is Royal Correspondent for The Times.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producers: Morgan Burdick and Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can the production team fool Jane and Fi with an AI generated email? They're joined by Nigerian writer Ayobami Adebayo about her second novel 'A Spell of Good Things'. And, Deputy Food Editor at The Times, Hannah Evans, tells Jane and Fi about Michelin starred kids menus. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pair take a glimpse down memory lane and reminisce over maypole dancing, and look to the future as they decide what they'd spend their lottery winnings on. Jane and Fi are joined by comedian, actress and television presenter Mel Giedroyc to discuss her new podcast series for Tortoise - Mel's Electric Adventure. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi's friendship may be over after a terrible Kent-based ant-breeding company name suggestion. They're joined by journalist and food critic Jimi Famurewa, to talk about his new podcast Where's Home Really? 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 Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fi's pitching her latest invention to help women to avoid bathroom queues, and Jane wants Russell Crowe to come around and give her an exorcism.They're joined by award-winning investigative journalist and author Paul Morgan-Bentley, who's written a book about parenting equality.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected]: Kea Browning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi soldier on through a printing nightmare. They cover everything from daytime TV to French oral exams, and still find time to discuss Greg Wallace twice. And, Eddie Izzard joins Jane and Fi to talk about her new one woman performance of Great Expectations.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected]: Kate Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane is considering speed-learning the lute, while Fi wonders whether we've lost the art of cooking with a mould.They're joined by actor, writer and presenter Tony Robinson, whose new podcast Cunningcast launches tomorrow.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Kea BrowningTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's no time for shilly shallying or dilly dallying on today's episode... Jane is on the run from her dream tortoise and Fi's promised everyone biscuits tomorrow. They're joined by psychotherapist Stella O'Malley, author of 'What Your Teen is Trying to Tell You: Surviving, thriving and re-connecting through the teenage years'. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've got a new theme tune, a new moisturising regime for Jane and a new supermarket checkout career for Fi.They're also joined by Asma Khan, UN World Food Programme Chef Advocate and the founder of the super successful restaurant Darjeeling Express.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.

In this bonus episode of Off Air, Jane and Fi are live from WOW - Women of the World Festival at the Royal Festival Hall in London.They're joined onstage by comedian and writer Meera Syal and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner June Oscar.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Kea BrowningTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fi discusses her former ambitions to be a professional oboe player, and Jane claims Barack Obama is actually a bit of a 'cold fish' in real life.They're joined by Anneka Rice, who's talking about Challenge Anneka, which is returning after a 30-year hiatus. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] Producer: Kea BrowningTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi make cultural comparison and dissect the perplexing nature of a Boots...Also, they're are joined by Roma Agrawal, the structural engineer who helped design the Shard, to consider the seven small inventions that changed the world. Her new book ‘Nuts and Bolts’ 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] Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.