Off Air... with Jane and Fi

The days of stroking legs are gone... do with that what you will. Jane is thinking about the dog equivalent of a litter tray, meanwhile, Fi is losing her patience with jigglers.

Fi also spoke to cyclist superstar Mark Cavendish about his family, his friendship with Bradley Wiggins and his feelings on lycra.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

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Assistant producer: Hannah Quinn

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane and Fi reminisce on romantic partners of yesteryear but there are some conditions... They also muse of ageism, 'dreaded' wheat and US politics.

Plus, broadcaster Elizabeth Day and author Sara Collins discuss their new podcast ‘How To…Write A Book!’

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

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Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Mystic Garv is on her high horse today but can she stay on this roll? We predict not... Jane and Fi also chat Robert Dyas loyalty cards, cheese vending machines and Pointless.

Plus, presenter and writer Carol Kirkwood pops in to discuss her latest novel 'Once Upon a Time in Venice'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

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Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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In this special bonus episode brought to you by Movember, Jane and Fi chat about men's health, the impact it has on society and the importance of raising awareness.

They're joined by Dr Zac Seidler and Sarah Coghlan from Movember to discuss the issues surrounding men's health.

Movember has been a trailblazer in men's health since 2003, championing new research, cutting-edge treatments and healthy behaviours. They want to make sure more men know what to do when health issues appear, and are advocating for change and more government action around men’s health.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

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Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Today, Jane and Fi get an insight into life in America from fellow listeners - vending machine bullets? No thank you! They also discuss whether West London is fashionable, marathon boasting and dentist's dentists.

Also, Fi is joined by Rob Rinder, barrister and television host, on his second novel 'The Suspect'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Assistant Producer: Hannah Quinn

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Dancing over the fog-horn testing centre, Jane and Fi are covering about a 'billionty' other topics, from eating marmalade straight from the jar, and the state of the toilets at London Euston Station.

Jane and Fi are joined by the classicist Mary Beard, to discuss the paperback edition of her latest bestseller 'Emperor of Rome'

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Assistant Producer: Kate Lee

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Today, Jane and Fi take a moment to think about the dark world of parenting before CBeebies. They also chat about squiffy black bin numbers, resignation Tuesday and the importance of being honest.

Fi speaks to Tiggy Walker, patron of Carers UK, about her experience caring for her husband, Johnnie Walker.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Assistant Producer: Hannah Quinn

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Today Jane expresses her disappointment following the Euros whilst Fi is wonders how tennis players pick their balls. They also reflect on a world before montages and white top folly.

Plus, they are joined by Nick Bryant, journalist and author, on his most recent book, 'The Forever War: America's Unending Conflict with Itself'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Assistant Producer: Hannah Quinn

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Ayesha Hazarika sits in for Jane today and she pulls back the curtain on the House of Lords - much to Fi's delight. They also chat abattoirs (again), online dating and the joys of Coatbridge.

Plus, Jane speaks to comedian and ventriloquist Nina Conti. 'Whose Face Is It Anyway' will be at Edinburgh Fringe Festival next month and her film 'Sunlight' will premiere at the Edinburgh Film Festival on the 17th of August.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane lists the qualities she looks for in a partner - please grab a pen and paper! After that, they cover wheelie bins, oven temperatures and more abattoir stories.

Plus, broadcast legend Sir Trevor Phillips joins Jane and Fi to share his thoughts in light of our new government.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Wimbledon dates have got Jane's head in a spin so do bear with us... Once that's sorted, Jane and Fi chat allotments, hospital instructions and trad wives.

Plus, in this tennis special, they are joined by TalkSPORT's Lisa O'Sullivan and tennis legend Christine Truman Janes.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane and Fi are back from covering election night and they are ready to debrief. Today's episode will scratch your plumbing itch and make sure you hold on for the abattoir!

And they are joined by Countryfile presenter, Tom Heap, to chat about his new book, 'Land Smart'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Assistant Producer: Hannah Quinn

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane is in Yorkshire whilst Fi heads to Surrey in preparation for election night so this episode is brought to you via the wonders of modern technology. Jane is hoping for romance by the curly wurly stand and Fi is practising the phrase 'Jeremy Hunt's Count'.

Plus Fi speaks to Griffin Dunne, actor and director, about his memoir 'The Friday Afternoon Club'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi.

Assistant Producer: Hannah Quinn

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi are back in full swing with more of your window cleaner tales, all very suitable for the airwaves...just. Plus, net curtain chat! Yes, it is still 2024 last time we checked.

They're also joined by David Baddiel who discusses his new book 'My Family'

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi.

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane and Fi are reunited and it feels so good! They discuss the need for electric hot rods, Jane's small cactus and window cleaner etiquette.

They are joined by Geoff Norcott, comedian and writer, discussing his new book 'The British Bloke Decoded'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi.

Podcast Producer: Hannah Quinn

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane has returned from her week off refreshed but is missing one Fi Glover - so until then, Times Radio's Matt Chorley keeps the seat warm. They talk Larry the Cat, drunken election night stomps around the newsroom and why every politician has the potential to be funny. (Fi is back tomorrow)

Jane also speaks to political historian Sir Anthony Seldon about his new book 'The Conservative Effect, 2010–2024: 14 Wasted Years?'

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi are away all this week so we're bringing you a special two-part live episode from their show at The Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. In this half, they answer audience questions and discuss retirement, worst interviewees and hand out some highly-coveted tote bags.

Jane will be back on Monday with a special guest presenter (normal service resumes on Tuesday)...

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane and Fi are away all this week so we're bringing you a special two-part live episode from their show at The Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. They're joined on stage by Richard Coles to discuss his latest novel 'Murder at the Monastery'. They discuss fake tan, who God would vote for and getting mistaken for Dumbledore...

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane and Fi are about to break up for their summer holidays but there's much to cover before that... In this episode Jane and Fi discuss funeral flowers, Dora's needs and Colin and Connie. Plus, Mystic Garv makes one more appearance before Jane goes on her holidays... Sit tight for that.

Also, Jane speaks to biographer and journalist Tom Bower about his new book 'The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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The festivities continue for Jane's impending birthday with several Colins en route - no expense has been spared! After she's finished opening some cards, they discuss blushing, draughts and Jane's toes.

Plus, Jane speaks to actress Jill Halfpenny about her memoir 'A Life Reimagined: My Journey of Hope in the Midst of Loss'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.